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    Feel Good News: A recap of Kammy's Kause 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2026 4:26


    Founder Jared Hiner sits down with Matt Pelsor to share the success of this year's fundraiser for the 4p- support group, and the incredible milestone they hit.

    Voice of the Zombies Colin Blunstone

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 4:08


    Colin shared the story of the drunk engineer on "She's Not There," and his soon-to-be-famous replacement, as well as his current band and his thoughts on this tour coming to Brown County Music Center next week (9/23).

    Pax Verum Brewing's Way Out Fest

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2026 3:51


    Jason Watson from Pax Verum Brewing is always a good hang, and this time he came to talk about this weekend's Way Out Fest in Lapel, IN.

    A chat about Carmel Porchfest 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2026 4:25


    Carmel Porchfest Executive Director Sondra Schwieterman joins Matt Mellen, frontman of The Indigos to talk about this Sunday's (9/20) front porch music festival in Carmel, IN.

    Listener perspectives on 9/11

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2026 6:53


    On the morning of 9/11/26, Matt Pelsor took calls and texts from listeners sharing their memories of that day.More messages from listeners can be found at WTTSFM.com

    Feel Good News: Circle City Irish Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2026 3:47


    Devin Blankenship talks with Matt Pelsor about what to expect at next weekend's Circle City Irish Festival.

    Zionsville Sip, Stroll & Shop + 80s Night!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2026 3:55


    Erica Carpenter of Fivethirty Home shared some time with Matt Pelsor to talk about this week's Sip, Stroll & Shop event, plus next week's 80s Night.

    Dermot Kennedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2026 6:10


    On the day of his show at White River State Park, Dermot Kennedy was generous with his time and dropped in (virtually) for a chat with Matt Pelsor about his new album The Weight of The Woods, and what it was like to play his recent stadium shows back home in Dublin.

    Feel Good News: Nature Prom presented by Mud Creek Conservancy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 4:05


    Executive Director Ben Miller of the Mud Creek Conservancy dropped by again to share what his organization is all about, as well as details on a fancy gala happening on October 2nd at Hillcrest Country Club. NatureProm.com

    Feel Good News: Penrod Arts Fair

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 3:44


    Fair Chair Tom Askey talks with Matt Pelsor about not only the Penrod Arts Fair, but also the pre-party Evening With Penrod, and the causes the organization supports.

    Feel Good News: Vogue flood relief benefit TOMORROW NIGHT

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 3:48


    FortyFive's Anna Tobias lays out the details of Friday's flood relief concert with Hyrider and Dizgo benefitting the Broad Ripple Village Association's flood relief fund.

    Yacht Rock Revue's Nick Niespodziani

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 2:48


    Yacht Rock Revue will headline at Ruoff Music Center for the first time ever on Saturday, September 12th. Co-frontman Nick Niespodziani shares what it means to play that venue after growing up going to shows there. Matt Pelsor also asks about where he likes to adventure outdoors whenever he's back home in Columbus, IN.

    Feel Good News: The Noblesville Front Porch Music Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 3:20


    Co-founder Jason Pearson shares about the Noblesville Front Porch Music Festival, a free live music festival happening this weekend on front porches in and around downtown Noblesville.

    Don Was plays "This or That" with albums he produced

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 5:33


    Don Was will perform at the Outlaw Music Festival this Sunday (8/23) with Willie Nelson & Family, Avett Brothers, Sierra Hull, and more.In this segment, he reluctantly narrows down iconic albums he produced to an arbitrary "winner" with morning host Matt Pelsor.

    Cambridge City Flood Relief benefit concert TOMORROW

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 3:48


    Singer/songwriter AJ Wetzel joins Matt Pelsor to talk about Saturday's (8/22) concert at Pilgrimage Wine Company. Donate directly to the Wayne County Cares Fund

    Broad Ripple's Third Thursday providing flood relief funds

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 3:34


    Wyatt Newman of Newman & Company Consignment joins Matt Pelsor to talk about tonight's Third Thursday event and the businesses that are participating in efforts to raise money for flood relief efforts in the neighborhood.

    Feel Good News: Indiana American Legion Disaster Relief Fund

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 3:55


    Department Adjutant Chad Woodburn joins Matt Pelsor to talk about the American Legion's efforts to provide relief from unprecedented flooding in Indiana through a disaster relief fund that's being utilized to help those affected.

    Catching up on the Indiana State Fair with LeRoy Lewis

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 3:14


    LeRoy reveals his favorite "Taste of The Fair (presented by Pepsi)" items so far, plus a recap of the artists still coming to the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage as the Indiana State Fair moves through its final 5 days.

    Jerry DePizzo of O.A.R.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 5:31


    Jerry talks with Matt Pelsor about "Shattered," and about family dynamics ahead of the O.A.R. show at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park on Thursday, September 3rd.

    Indy Art Center President on Artspark Flooding

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 6:49


    The president and executive director of the Indy Art Center is calling on fans of the Artspark to share memories in the wake of historic flooding just as repairs and improvements were being finished. In this segment, he shares his perspective on the unprecedented events of the weekend and his hopes for the future of the space.

    Feel Good News: Kammy's Kause founder Jared Hiner

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 11:00


    In this extended edit of this morning's segment, Jared Hiner walks us through the history of Kammy's Kause, and shares details about this year's event; including the donation milestone that will be reached this year, and the town of Fortville's embrace of the effort.

    Feel Good News: HVAF re-opening Manchester Apts after fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 3:42


    October 2024 gave Helping Veterans and Families of Indiana a mixed blessing. CEO Emmy Hildebrand shares the saga of the fire at Manchester Apartments, and the recovery that has led to not only its re-opening, but a dramatic improvement for the veterans they serve.

    Chris Wood of the Wood Brothers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 3:23


    The Wood Brothers play Brown County Music Center on August 20th. In this chat, Chris Wood talks about a couple of the songs from the new album Puff of Smoke.

    Feel Good News: Circulate is This Saturday

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 2:28


    Bethany Watson with the Indianapolis Public Library Foundation joins Matt Pelsor to talk about their big annual fundraiser called Circulate, happening August 15th at the Central Library.

    Indiana State Fair Preview with LeRoy Lewis

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 3:38


    LeRoy Lewis shares about the food he's anticipating, as well as the food he's nervous about--plus some new features at this year's Indiana State Fair.

    The Sausage King talks Sausage Fest

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 3:27


    The year's biggest fundraiser for St. Thomas Aquinas Ministries drains a keg every 6 minutes, and "Sausage King" Chris Durnil talked with Matt Pelsor about this year's event which happens Friday and Saturday, August 14th and 15th.

    Sit VIP at Late Night on Main, Support Young Musicians

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 2:23


    Sondra Schwieterman talks with Matt Pelsor about the upcoming Late Night on Main show with DUDE! on August 15th. She also briefly outlines the Carmel PorchFest Grant Program, which encourages young people pursuing music.

    Pickin' in The Backwoods with organizer Justin Jett

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 4:20


    Justin sits down with Matt Pelsor to talk about the annual 3-day music festival at eXplore Brown County August 20th-22nd.Learn more...

    Feel Good News: Know a person or nonprofit who deserves a free HVAC system?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 3:59


    Chapman Heating GM Gary Lemons joins Lyndsey Eldridge from Lennox to talk with Matt Pelsor about the Feel The Love campaign, which awards free HVAC systems to deserving individuals and nonprofits. Lennox is now accepting nominations at FeelTheLove.com

    Young The Giant's Fran Comtois

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 5:53


    The founding drummer of Young The Giant joined Matt Pelsor for a chat about one of their biggest hits, "Cough Syrup;" and the new album Victory Garden, as well as gardening in-general ahead of their August 9th show at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park.

    Feel Good News: Zionsville Street Dance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 2:24


    Chris Wooldridge of the Zionsville Chamber, and Willy from Willy's Wagyu stopped by for a chat with Matt Pelsor about this year's event, happening Saturday, August 1st.

    Feel Good News: HLG's Backpacks 4 Good

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 3:20


    Ryan Kreicker from Hensley Legal Group stopped by again to talk about their annual Backpacks 4 Good initiative, and this year they expect to provide their 60,000th free backpack full of supplies for any kid who might need one.

    Feel Good News: Snug Whiskey Fest talks money raised for Exodus Refugee

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 3:29


    Snug Irish Pub owner Jim Arnoldt joins Matt Pelsor to celebrate the money raised for Exodus Refugee at their highly successful Snug Whiskey Fest back in May.

    Crew for Kids supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 3:31


    CEO Darcey Palmer-Shultz of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana talked with Matt Pelsor about this annual fundraiser, now in its 17th year.

    Dog-friendly summer vacation destinations...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 4:32


    Scout & Zoe's founder Cindy Dunston Quirk shares five drivable vacation destinations to include the dogs on your summer trips, plus a warning against one of the greatest dangers to your dogs during the hottest months of the year.

    VIP access to Late Night on Main this Saturday!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 2:41


    Matt Pelsor talks with Sondra Schwieterman, organizer of Carmel Porchfest, about their free summer concert series "Late Night on Main," and their VIP lounge.Win VIP Tickets!

    Feel Good News: Memories on Main

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 3:57


    Mark Wallis of Grand Brook Memory Care in Zionsville talks about this Saturday's 5th annual Memories on Main initiative to benefit the Alzheimer's Association.

    Momentum Indy Brings the Ultimate Mass-Ave Block Party to the Bottleworks District

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 14:17


    Crystal speaks to the Jennifer Cvar and Doctor Andrea Sear about Momentum Indy and discuss , bringing world-class criterium racing to downtown Indianapolis. Catch the action this Friday and Saturday at Bottleworks with exciting races, local food, craft drinks, and fun for the whole family. 

    Free Live Music: Muncie Three Trails

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 3:51


    Founder/Organizer Rick Zeigler talks with Matt Pelsor about a summer of free live music starting next Saturday, 7/11 with Grammy winner and Indiana native Michael Cleveland. Hear the full lineup and find more at MuncieThreeTrails.com

    Mike Campbell returns!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 5:24


    Tom Petty's right hand man talked with Matt Pelsor on the morning show about the new Mike Campbell and the Dirty Knobs album Mission of Mercy, as well as what it was like to back up Bob Dylan at Farm Aid 2023. Mike Campbell and the Dirty Knobs plays Brown County Music Center on July 15th

    The Fray's David Welsh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 4:46


    The Fray plays Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park on Friday, July 10th. In this chat, guitarist Dave Welsh talks about their relationship to their biggest hits, and what it's been like to record and perform without founding vocalist Isaac Slade.

    Puppy training tips & high-value treats

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 4:27


    Cindy Dunston Quirk of Scout & Zoe's shares fun games you can play with a puppy that prepares them for learning basic commands, plus tips on treats that will motivate them.

    Feel Good News: Eiteljorg Indian Market and Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 4:12


    The Eiteljorg Museum's Conner Richberg joined Matt Pelsor to talk ahead of this Saturday & Sunday's celebration of indigenous cultures.

    ISO's Marcus Mizelle on Symphony on The Prairie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 3:26


    The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra's Director of Venue Operations sits down with Matt Pelsor to talk about this year's Symphony on The Prairie series.

    Feel Good News: Hendricks County Rib Fest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 3:46


    Tom Downard from the Avon Chamber joins Matt Pelsor once again to talk about Hendricks County Rib Fest

    Feel Good News: Talbot Street Art Fair

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 3:02


    This weekend, the Talbot Street Art Fair takes place in Indy's historic Herron-Morton Neighborhood. Fair president Taylor Walker talked with Matt Pelsor about what makes it special.

    Feel Good News: Kicking The Stigma's High School Coaches' Mental Health Summit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 4:27


    Kicking The Stigma director Brett Kramer joined Matt Pelsor and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Behavioral Health Medical Director Dr. Kimberly Mayrose to talk about the importance of mental health in high school athletes ahead of this morning's summit at Colts HQ.

    Feel Good News: Greenwood FreedomFest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 3:09


    Jennifer Winget from the Greenwood Parks Department joins Matt Pelsor to talk about the return of the incredible drone show to this year's FreedomFest, and the other reasons to be in Greenwood on Saturday, June 27th.

    Keeping your dogs cool in the summer heat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 4:34


    Dog expert Cindy Dunston Quirk of Scout & Zoe's Pet Treats talks with Matt Pelsor about pet safety in the summer months, and shares a simple "pupsicle" recipe to cool off your four-legged friends when it gets hot.See Cindy's blog post...

    Arborist Mike Volz on The Spotted Lanternfly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 3:47


    Davey Tree Service arborist Mike Volz shares his concerns and tips about the Spotted Lanternfly, which has arrived in Indiana, and is potentially devastating to a large number of tree species.If you think you have an infestation, report it to the Indiana DNR via the resources here.

    Greenfield's Live @ The Rails Concert Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 2:14


    Free Summer shows at Greenfield's Depot Street Park begin this Friday night, and Parks & Rec director Julie Patterson stopped by to talk about them.

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