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Intimate interviews with your favorite WTTS artists including Paul McCartney, Chris Martin, U2, Keith Richards, Robert Plant, and many more.

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    A pre-race party with Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 3:14


    Rev joins Matt Pelsor ahead of Saturday night's show at the HI-FI Annex, and shares his ultimate "windows down" album.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    A-Driver-A-Day: Rinus Veekay's favorite band

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 2:11


    The #76 Chevrolet driver talks ahead of his 4th row start at this year's Indy 500, and shares who he would see if given front row tickets to any show.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Feel Good News: 'Welcome Race Fans' Art Initiative

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 4:42


    Melissa Rowe from the Indy Arts Council brought along artist Jonathan Carr to talk about the public art initiative which is now in its 10th year.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Pax Verum Brewing celebrates Speedway

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 3:31


    Pax Verum owner Jason Watson talks with Matt Pelsor about what it means to open up a new location in the heart of Speedway, and to sell their new Speedway City IPA at The Track.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    A-Driver-A-Day: Kyffin Simpson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 2:34


    The driver of the #8 Sunoco Honda for Chip Ganassi Racing shares about being the only driver in the race's history to represent the Caribbean, and what it's like to live there.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    A-Driver-A-Day: Rookie Jacob Abel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 2:52


    Indy 500 first-timer Jacob Abel talks with Matt Pelsor about what his first time means to him, and the surprises that have come with it.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    A-Driver-A-Day: David Malukas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 2:51


    IndyCar driver David Malukas shares what it means for him to be racing on Team Penske, and looks forward to some Portillos after the race.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Feel Good News: Stutz Block Party

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 3:02


    Events coordinator Emily Mellentine talks with Matt Pelsor about the festivities on order for Saturday, May 23rd at The Stutz.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Jack Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 8:44


    Matt Pelsor spoke with Jack Johnson about his new documentary SURFILMUSIC and the new companion double album SURFILMUSIC (Soundtrack & 4-Tracks), out today (5/15/26).Jack Johnson will bring the SURFILMUSIC TOUR to Ruoff Music Center on July 4th with Hermanos Gutiérrez.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Comedian Derek Richards (Misfits of Comedy)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 3:32


    Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood is showcasing Misfits of Comedy this Friday and Saturday night. In this segment, Matt Pelsor has fun with comedian Derek Richards.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Feel Good News: PawPalooza with Hensley Legal Group

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 4:12


    Ryan Kreicker from Hensley Legal Group, and Jenna Habisch from Indy Humane stopped by to talk about Hensley's coverage of all pet adoptions this Saturday at Indy Humane's PawPalooza event.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    The Indiana Peony Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 2:58


    Associate Director Mackenzie Alexiou chats with Matt Pelsor about this weekend's celebration of the Indiana State Flower, and the way the town embraces its may fans.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Feel Good News: Broad Ripple Art Fair

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 3:58


    Indy Art Center Executive Director Mark Williams talks with Matt Pelsor about what's new this year at the 54th annual Broad Ripple Art Fair.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    TreeHouse! In-studio 5/8/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 6:14


    Carolina Reggae jam-rockers TreeHouse! paid a visit to play a couple song snippets ahead of their weekend at The Rathskeller Biergarten. WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Feel Good News: Big Brothers Big Sisters Match of The Year

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 4:20


    Alec and MarShon are such great examples of how the program works, which is why they were one of 2026's Matches of The Year with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana.Learn more about the program and consider being one of 500 new Bigs before the 500.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Piff The Magic Dragon on the Morning Show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 3:46


    The dry-witted Vegas magician does some magic for the radio ahead of his May 14th show at Clowes Memorial Hall.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Indianapolis Women's Chorus presents: Beauty All Around

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 4:14


    IWC Creative Director Meagan Johnson joins Matt Pelsor to talk about the group's upcoming performances on UIndy's campus May 16th and 17th.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Feel Good News: Bargersville Cultural Soundscapes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 4:24


    Town manager Dax Norton & Parks & Rec Director Kris Wilson stop by to chat about the new live, original music series kicking off May 15.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Mixology with Madison: El Diablo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 4:31


    Madison from Brown-Forman mixes up a classic for Cinco De Mayo next week.Recipe:-3/4oz lime juice-1/2oz Chambord-1.5oz El Jimador SilverShakePour over iceTop with ginger beerGarnish with lime wheel21+ ONLYPlease Drink ResponsiblyEl Jimador is a product of Brown-Forman Inc.WTTSFMWTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Tammy Rodgers of The SteelDrivers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 3:59


    Brown County Music Center hosts The SteelDrivers tomorrow night (5/2), and Tammy called in for a quick chat with Matt Pelsor ahead of the show. Tickets...WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Feel Good News: Snug + Exodus Refugee

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 3:22


    Snug Irish Pub owner Jim Arnoldt shares about his support of Exodus Refugee through their upcoming Snug Whiskey Fest (May 15-17).WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Steve Vai

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 3:56


    Matt Pelsor chats with the guitar god ahead of his tour with Joe Satriani and their new band SatchVai Band, which will play Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park on May 9th. Tickets...WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Mixology with Madison: The Woodford Spire

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 4:23


    For Kentucky Derby weekend, Madison from Brown Forman mixes up a special cocktail featuring the official presenting sponsor, Woodford Reserve.Recipe:In an ice-filled glass, add1oz Cranberry Juice2oz Lemonade1.5oz Woodford ReserveGarnish with lemon peel twistWTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Feel Good News: Spring Blooms at Newfields

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 3:44


    Matt Pelsor is joined by the Director of Gardens and Park at Newfields, Jonathan Wright for a quick chat about their annual Spring Blooms display.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Feel Good News: Walking for Dreams with Dayspring Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 3:57


    Support families experiencing homelessness, among other causes at the 22nd annual Walking for Dreams on Sunday, May 17th. My thanks to Vanessy Cortes from Dayspring Center for being a great advocate for her cause, and this event.WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    SNUG Whiskey Fest 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 3:57


    SNUG owner Jim Arnoldt shares about the Irvington pub's annual showcase of Irish whiskey, as well as their premiere Brand Expo tasting event.Snug Whiskey FestBrand Expo ticketsWTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    Feel Good News: Mud Creek Conservancy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 5:04


    Big thanks to Ben Miller for the work that the Mud Creek Conservancy is doing, including the acquisition of the Blue Heron Nature Preserve.Please consider contributing to the necessary infrastructure improvements! Donations will be matched if they reach their goal of $50,000 by June 1st.Join them for their Earth Day Celebration at Sargent Road Nature Park this Saturday, April 25...WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

    John Flansburgh of They Might Be Giants

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 15:05


    Matt Pelsor talks with John Flansburgh of They Might Be Giants about their upcoming series of shows at the Vogue (April 24-26), and about the unique way they've interacted with fans since the late 80s through their “Dial-A-Song" service. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Warren Haynes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 13:51


    Matt Pelsor talks with Warren Haynes about the musical possibilities, dynamics, and evolution of a good jam, plus an update on the Hurrican Helene recovery back home in North Carolina ahead of an April 8 Gov't Mule show at Brown County Music CenterBig thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Nancy Wilson of Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 19:24


    Matt Pelsor talks with Nancy ahead of Heart's March 15th show at Fishers Event Center. They talk about her sister Ann's comeback from cancer, the acoustic guitar showiness of “Crazy On You,” and the story of her beloved guitar being stolen (and later returned) at a show last year in Atlantic City. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Dave Pirner of Soul Asylum

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 18:55


    Matt Pelsor welcomes back Dave Pirner to talk about the band's most recent album, Slowly but Shirley, and its resemblance to legacy Soul Asylum records. Dave remarks on songwriting, fan interpretation, and touring in this chat ahead of his ⁠April 8 acoustic show at Hendricks Live in Plainfield.⁠Big thanks to ⁠Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center⁠, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Ben Schneider of Lord Huron (Revisited)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 17:51


    Matt Pelsor revisits a conversation from 2021 about recording Lord Huron's Long Lost album and how the band endured the pandemic by connecting directly to fans with their acclaimed live streams. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Brandi Carlile

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 13:49


    Following the announcement of her upcoming Super Bowl performance of “America the Beautiful,” Brandi Carlile sits down with Matt Pelsor to discuss what the moment means to her, her newly announced shows at Washington's Gorge Amphitheatre, and her latest album, Returning to Myself. The conversation also includes a poignant reflection on her 2021 memoir, Broken Horses.Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Sierra Hull

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 17:00


    Sierra Hull is nominated for four Grammys this year. In 2025 she released her sixth studio album A Tip Toe High Wire to the acclaim of her peers. In this chat, she talks with Matt Pelsor about the album, other recognition she's gotten for her mandolin playing, and her forthcoming tour with the Milk Carton Kids, which will bring her to Brown County Music Center on February 17th.Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Taylor Meier of Caamp Revisited

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 14:21


    Taylor Meier of Caamp shares a chat with Matt Pelsor about recording the song “Officer of Love,” as well as the guitar he got as part of the band's deal with Mom + Pop Music. He also shares about the band's commitment to sustainability, and his artistic endeavors outside of music.Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    WAR's only original member and long-time manager

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 13:54


    In this episode, Matt Pelsor shares another conversation with two guys who have been involved with the band War since their beginnings in the late 60s. Founding member Lonnie Jordan and producer/manager Jerry Goldstein discuss their Christmas song “(Yes, it's) Christmas,” and recall time spent recording and editing at the legendary Sound City Studios.Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Mike Campbell REVISITED

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 13:40


    This time around, we go back to a talk Dave Lindquist had with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell in 2021. They spoke about the band's Indiana connections and lyrical references, plus some talk about his band The Dirty Knobs, as well as his stint with Fleetwood Mac.Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Rod Argent of The Zombies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 12:46


    Matt Pelsor spoke with Zombies founder Rod Argent in October 2023 about the rock & roll megastar who had their 1964 hit She's Not There in his personal jukebox, as well as his feelings about the term “psych rock,” and how the band is doing in its modern form.Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Béla Fleck

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 18:08


    Matt Pelsor talked with the banjo virtuoso ahead of a holiday show on November 28th at Brown County Music Center based on the Béla Fleck and The Flecktones 2008 album Jingle All The Way. He talks about welcoming back old members, the use of Tuvan throat singers on the album and the tour, and shares a remembrance of dear friend and collaborator Chick Corea who passed in 2021. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Bebe Stockwell

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 11:08


    Recently featured at the Austin City Limits music festival, Bebe Stockwell is a rising voice in soulful Americana/Folk music. She talked with Matt Pelsor this past summer about her EP Driving Backwards.Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Lisa Loeb

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 14:45


    In this previously unreleased talk recorded in July 2024, Lisa Loeb talks with Matt Pelsor about the 30th anniversary of her song “Stay,” as well as her collaboration with the band The Hollow Trees in her two-decade foray into the world of family-friendly music.Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Jim Eno of Spoon

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 18:14


    In this previously unreleased talk recorded in 2022, Matt Pelsor talks with the drummer about studio recording, gear, and the memorable session of a Spoon classic.Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Holly Laessig of Lucius

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 12:42


    Matt Pelsor chats with singer Holly Laessig who, along with Jess Wolfe, fronts the band Lucius who are known for their vibrant theatrical performances in addition to their impressive musicianship. Holly spoke about the new self-titled album which was produced by drummer Dan Molad; and about working with Adam Granduciel of The War On Drugs on both his song “I Don't LiveHere Anymore,” and on the Lucius song “Old Tape.”Lucius will play The Vogue on October 17th.This podcast is powered by Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking events to Greenwood, Indiana at MadHatterShows.com

    Tom Johnston of the Doobie Brothers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 9:48


    The Doobie Brothers released the new album Walk This Road back in June, and Matt Pelsor enjoyed it, so this chance to talk with Tom Johnston was very special indeed. They talked about the title track featuring Mavis Staples, plus a song he wrote called “Here To Stay” and more. The Doobies play Ruoff Music Center on Saturday, September 13th.Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

    Comedian Jamie Loftus

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 15:59


    The bestselling author of Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs talks with Matt Pelsor about her book, and her upcoming performance(s) in Indy at the end of the month. Jamie performs August 30th at the Let's Fest Comedy Festival in Indy. For discounted tickets, check out Circle City Savings.WTTS In Conversation is powered by ⁠Mad Hatter Shows

    Eggy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 13:39


    Matt Pelsor chats with Eggy drummer Alex Bailey and keyboardist/vocalist Dani Battat about the band's rising momentum, and what it's like being invited to share the stage with jam scene legends like String Cheese Incident, Widespread Panic, and more.Eggy joins Moe. on Saturday, August 16th for Rock the Ruins at Holliday ParkWTTS In Conversation is powered by Mad Hatter Shows

    Joseph Williams of Toto

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 15:21


    The Toto frontman talks about his famous father, film score composer John Williams; as well as his work as a studio vocalist, plus remarks on legendary keyboardist Greg Phillinganes' return to the band, and what it's like playing in Southern California when founding member David Paich can rejoin Toto on stage.Toto plays Ruoff Music Center with Christopher Cross and Men at Work on August 6th

    Tony Scalzo of Fastball

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 13:56


    Matt Pelsor talks with Tony Scalzo of Fastball about their huge hit “Out of My Head” as well as what it's been like touring with Barenaked Ladies on their Last Summer on Earth tour. He also shares about the experience of writing and recording their recent Sonic Ranch album, and visiting Indy for the US Olympic Swim Trials last year. Fastball joins Sugar Ray and Barenaked Ladies on Sunday, July 20th at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park.

    Jesse Welles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 16:11


    Singer-Songwriter Jesse Welles has captured the world's attention with his viral "Under The Powerlines" videos, which has introduced him to a fanbase ready to hear what else he has to say. In this chat, he talks to Matt Pelsor about his influences, both musical and literary; and about his newfound friendship with famous fan Dave Matthews.

    Cotter Ellis of Goose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 15:14


    Cotter Ellis talks about how Indy is quickly becoming one of his favorite midwestern cities, and details on recording material for their latest album Everything Must Go; plus he gets candid on the band's pre-show ritual.Goose plays Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park on June 12

    Adam Duritz of Counting Crows

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 16:34


    The frontman caught up with morning host Matt Pelsor about their first LP in over a decade, Butter Miracle: The Complete Sweets; as well as his favorite reads, and his latest musical rabbit hole.Counting Crows will play Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park on Saturday, June 14th

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