Chrysalis

In preparation for the Indy 500, Aubrey speaks with Madeline Worcester, a 2022 500 Festival Princess, and former Joseph Maley Foundation puppeteer. They speak about the necessity of persistence, childhood dreams becoming a reality, and the joy of serving your community.

Aubrey speaks with Tara Elder, Hillary Brown, and Michelle Pleasant, three parents from George Julian School 57, in the Irvington neighborhood of Indianapolis. After a tragedy at the school in September of 2021, a group of parents came together to honor a young girls life, and bring renewed joy to their children's school.   Writing, research, and hosting by Aubrey Wiest. Audio engineering by Gino Maley.

Aubrey chats with Kelsey Burton, Executive Director of Paws & Think. They talk about Kelsey's love for community service, how sometimes a wrong turn leads you back to the right path, and of course, dogs.

Aubrey interviews Myles Rowe, a driver currently competing in the USF2000 National Championship with Pabst Racing. Myles and Aubrey chat about his journey to racing, the state of diversity in the sport, and Myles' passions and interests outside of racing. *This episode was recorded in late 2021, when Myles was still racing for Force Indy

Aubrey chats with Sean Edwards, a business owner and coach of triathletes and runners in Indianapolis. They discuss tri2gether, a Joseph Maley Foundation adaptive sports initiative, his love for endurance sports, and the fulfillment that comes from community service.

Aubrey interviews Brian Galloway, a long-time speaker for Joseph Maley Foundation's Disability Awareness program. They talk about how Brian's life changed after a 2012 motorcycle accident, finding community and joy in athletics, and how a seemingly inconsequential action can lead to colossal change.

Aubrey speaks with Cameron Miller, who shares his story of growth and change, the journey to realizing his true self, and his experiences as a young trans man.

Aubrey interviews Annie Spaletto, a junior at Westfield High School in Westfield, Indiana. They speak about the challenges Annie has experienced after receiving a new diagnosis in 2020, the power of a good support system, and why she's chosen to be an advocate for others. 

Aubrey speaks with Tim Weber and Tom Wadelton about their extensive support and participation in run2gether, a Joseph Maley Foundation's adaptive sport initiative. Tim and Tom share their journey with run2gether, from its beginnings to its current state, and the change and growth they've seen within the initiative, as well as within themselves over the years.

In today's episode of Chrysalis, Aubrey chats with Dr. Eric Yancy about his journey to pediatrics, his thoughts on discrimination in the medical field, and why a door closing isn't always a bad thing.   

On part two of our interview with Joseph Maley Foundation co-founders, Vivian and John Maley, we hear about the recent changes the Foundation has undergone, and learn what's coming next. This episode is the second half of the Maley interview.

On the first ever episode of Chrysalis: A Joseph Maley Foundation Podcast, host Aubrey Wiest interviews co-founders Vivian and John Maley as they share stories of growth and change, especially relating to the Foundation. This episode is the first half of the Maley interview.