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David Koesters

Producer / Host

David started in broadcasting at his hometown radio station in Holdrege, Nebraska while still in high school. He went on to earn journalism and law degrees from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and has worked for a number of radio and television stations around the United States. He is a big advocate for community media and loves being a part of the local fabric of NPR. He also has a cat.

You can hear David weekday evenings on KIOS, as well as his weekly segments highlighting the library, local history, and local community organizations during Morning Edition and All Things Considered.

  • This is the extended conversation about the life and history of Union Pacific railroad promoter and profiteer George Francis Train.
  • Learn about Union Pacific railroad promoter and profiteer George Francis Train.
  • The Omaha Public Library Partnership Pass program welcomes two new additions: the Omaha Jitterbugs and the Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum. Unlock the potential of your Omaha library card. Also, Bethany tells us about the book Dark Matter by Blake Crouch.
  • We visit a drive-by petition signing party hosted by Protect Our Rights, the coalition working to get a constitutional amendment onto the ballot this November to protect access to abortion in the state of Nebraska.
  • Clifford the big red dog visits the library for a special storytime. There will be opportunities to take photos. Children of all ages are welcome. Also, Karen Peach stops by to tell us about Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab.
  • The Intergeneration Orchestra of Omaha brings together performing artists of two eras, joined through the universal language of music.
  • NovalList Plus and NovaList Plus K-8 are free resources available to OPL cardholders that help readers discover books narrowed to an individual's specific tastes. Also, Angela Fernandez tells us about the book The Worst Hard Time by Timothy Egan.
  • Heat the Streets is an annual run and walk fundraiser hosted by the Metropolitan Utilities District and Omaha Public Power District. Proceeds benefit local utility assistance programs to help friends, family, and neighbors in our communities pay their utility bills.
  • A small string or wind ensemble from the Omaha Symphony will perform music chosen around a theme at various branches of the Omaha Public Library throughout the month. Performances will be followed by an opportunity for participants and musicians to reflect on and discuss our shared experience. Plus, Erin Duer tells us about the book Open Throat by Henry Hoke.
  • Nebraska Cures supports health science research through community education, student and professional awards, and professional development for STEM professionals. Nebraska Women in STEM's mission is to provide opportunities for Nebraska’s professional women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to develop professionally, make connections, and promote policies that increase the number of women in STEM.