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Bill Benner brings his experience to a discussion of a new stadum for The Bears, arrival of The Baltimore Colts, and much more, even including volleyball.  Bill reported 31 years for The Indianapolis Star, 14 years for The Indianapolis Business Journal, and many months on the weekly television show, "Inside Indiana Business."

One of the most respected and fun members of the Hoosier world of media is our guest on this week's “Leaders and Legends” podcast. Lesley Weidenbener is editor and assistant publisher for the Indianapolis Business Journal and the Indiana Lawyer. Jim Shella joins us for the conversation & a fun “Five Questions."About Veteran Strategies‘Leaders and Legends' is brought to you by Veteran Strategies—your local veteran business enterprise specializing in media relations, crisis communications, public outreach, and digital photography.Learn more at www.veteranstrategies.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of "Women in B2B Marketing," host Jane Serra chats with Leanna Adeola, VP of Marketing and Chief Brand Strategist at Black Onyx Management. Leanna, recognized as one of the "Top 40 Under 40" by the Indianapolis Business Journal, shares her journey through various marketing roles, from agency work to in-house positions. They discuss the challenges of integrating management consultants, emphasizing transparency and collaboration. Leanna highlights the evolving nature of B2B marketing, stressing the importance of authenticity, relationship-building, and balancing value with sales. Leanna and Jane talk through:Leanna's career path from agency to in-house to consultancy leadershipWhy her agency background helps her empathize with brand-side complexityHow she balances in-house marketing with client-facing consultingTactics for making brand messaging stick internallyHow Canva and quick videos help reinforce brand standardsAdvice for building trust when bringing in external consultantsThe 3Fs framework for managing up: Framing, Frequency, For OthersHow to communicate effectively with boards, CEOs, and CFOsThe human side of B2B: building relationships, not just pipelineWhy outdated ideas of executive presence are holding us backThe power of thought leadership and long-term brand affinityHer advice: remember what drew you to marketing and protect that sparkKey Links:Guest: Leanna Adeola: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ladeola/^^ And follow her on IG: https://www.instagram.com/leannaadeolaHost: Jane Serra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeserra/ --Like WIB2BM? Show us some love with a rating or review today!

In the early hours of Friday, April 25, Indiana legislators passed a $46.2 billion budget for state expenses over the next two years—specifically, from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. Legislators knew going in that state revenue to fund the budget would be tight, and they got a nasty revenue forecast with about a week to go in the session. The last week of a budget-writing session is usually pretty hectic, and this one had plenty of surprises as lawmakers tried to find ways to generate more tax revenue while simultaneously reducing funding for agencies and departments. Fledgling Gov. Mike Braun jumped headfirst into his first legislative session and made progress on his campaign promise of providing property tax relief. The Republican-led General Assembly also passed legislation aimed at lowering health care costs for Hoosiers with an approach that focused on hospitals. In both of those cases, of course, the bills passed were the product of much debate, lobbying, negotiation and compromise. Lawmakers also entered the session knowing that reforms would be proposed for the Indiana Economic Development Corp., the state agency charged with helping attract businesses to Indiana and helping businesses currently in the state grow. Its fate wasn't entirely decided until very late in the session. To take stock of the latest budget-writing session and how it will affect Hoosiers, we've invited a panel of reporters who covered some or all of the General Assembly to share their insights on fiscal issues and a few surprises. From the Indianapolis Business Journal, we have Cate Charron and Daniel Lee. And they're joined by Casey Smith of Indiana Capital Chronicle.

On today's show, Facci is joined by Derek Schultz of Query & Schultz and the Indianapolis Business Journal to discuss Indiana's 127-112 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The guys highlight the return of the point god, Tyrese Haliburton. Aaron Nesmith's career night in points, Indiana's defense tightening up, Indiana signing Tony Bradley to a 10 day contract and John Cena turning heel at the Elimination Chamber. 

To round out our sports leadership focus this year, on this final 2024 episode of Indianapolis Business Journal's podcast, The Freedom Forum with Angela B. Freeman, we are excited to announce our guest is Mary Kay Huse of Indy Ignite Pro Volleyball. Mary Kay stopped by the studio to tell us all about this brand new professional women's volleyball team beginning its first season here in Indianapolis on January 11, 2025. Specifically, Mary Kay provided significant insight into how this first expansion team of the Pro Volleyball Federation landed in Indy, has recruited its players, and is working to ensure this new professional women's sport incites a substantial following to establish its own legacy that will continue for years. Mary Kay also described her own entrepreneurial leadership journey that has led to this unique and exciting career opportunity through which she intends to have lasting impact.  

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In a conversation with real estate reporter Mickey Shuey of the Indianapolis Business Journal, Spencer Gray discusses the specific developments and major trends in the city of Indianapolis. For the latest multifamily news from across the internet, visit the Gray Report website: ⁠https://www.grayreport.com/⁠ Sign up for our free multifamily newsletter here: ⁠https://www.graycapitalllc.com/newsletter⁠ DISCLAIMERS: This video does not constitute professional financial advice and is for educational/entertainment purposes only. This video is not an offer to invest. Any offering would be made through a private placement memorandum and would be limited to accredited investors.

Director Christopher Nolan once said:“You have to do something that really excites you. It's the things that you can bring to what you're doing that maybe not everyone else is doing. That's what's going to distinguish the thing.”That's the energy we're taking into this episode of Remarkable. Guided by our guest this week, Jellyfish CMO Kyle Lacy, we're taking marketing lessons from the Oscar-winning director, Christopher Nolan. Together, we talk about mastering each channel, building the day-to-day life of your buyer into your content, and much more.About our guest, Kyle LacyKyle Lacy is CMO at engineering management platform Jellyfish, the pioneer Engineering Management Platform that enables engineering leaders to align engineering work with strategic business objectives. There, he helps engineering leaders translate and maximize the business impact of their teams. Kyle has 17 years of experience in high-growth software. Prior to joining Jellyfish in November 2022, Kyle served as CMO of Lessonly. He has also led marketing at Seismic, OpenView, Salesforce and ExactTarget. He is a published author of three books: Twitter Marketing for Dummies, Branding Yourself, and Social CRM for Dummies. He is a marketing and digital trends speaker, having spoken at marketing and technology industry events around the world on content marketing, collaborative consumption, email marketing, technology trends, and more. He has been recognized as one of Indiana's Forty-under-40 by the Indianapolis Business Journal, Anderson University's Young Alumni of the Year and TechPoint's Young Professional of the Year. But most importantly, he says, he's the father of two boys, an energetic dog, and one too many books on World War II.What B2B Companies Can Learn From Christopher Nolan:Master each channel. Reach a deep understanding of what your audience wants and needs from each channel and create content for it. Kyle says once you've mastered the channels, “you can start creating brand content that is more creative and entertainment oriented and more about the human that's buying the product, not necessarily the product itself.” It's like how Christopher Nolan has mastered fiction with Memento and Inception and non-fiction with Dunkirk and Oppenheimer. He understands what viewers of each genre are looking for and creates content specifically for them.Build the day-to-day life of the buyer into your marketing. Include different storylines and details in your content so that it shows an understanding of your audience and their lived experience. The more your content clicks with them, the more they'll remember your brand when they're ready to buy. Kyle says, “We sell to an engineering leader. There are 500 other things that that engineering leader is dealing with on a day to day basis that might not necessarily pertain to our product, but does lead to exuberance, stress, productivity…the Amazon package being late for his daughter's birthday present. So how do we build more of the day in the life of the buyer into our content? It's the human element that's the most interesting part of marketing.”Quotes*”When you've mastered your craft and you understand the minute technical details that make it enjoyable, whether that's marketing or producing a movie, you can make decisions and take risks because you understand what the impact will be because you've spent so much time obsessing over it. ” - Kyle Lacy*”Christopher Nolan got very lucky that he has a brother that's a very good screenwriter. But he also understands how to surround himself with people that are very good at what they do. And I think part of being a manager - and it doesn't even have to be marketing - is that you have to find the people that truly love their craft and are good at what they do so that the end product, no matter what it is, is the best that you could possibly do.” - Kyle Lacy*”Anybody can tune into a podcast about leadership values. And what does it take to be a great manager? Like there's 500 of them because it's easier to do. It's harder to do what we're doing right now. Y'all prepped for a Christopher Nolan-slash-CMO interview. But it's interesting, right? And that's why people like to be on it. That's why people listen to it. And that's, I think, this idea of illogical marketing, right? Like the more illogical you can be, the more creative it is and the more people enjoy it. It's just hard to grasp for a lot of marketers.” - Kyle Lacy*”I think the nuance Is how you balance the extremely illogical podcast, weird direct mails, lego building sets, all the stuff that I think surprises and delights people with the other things that might not be as fun and creative but drive business value. And that's where I would love to tell you that there's a framework you should follow. But it's, what is enjoyable to the customer? How do you understand that they like it, whether that's an increase in listeners or shares, or you got more people wanting to be interviewed? And then it's that you're hitting the numbers that you put in front of the board, and that's ultimately the value.” - Kyle Lacy*”You kill creativity when you try to apply too much ROI to a project. Doesn't mean you shouldn't track it, doesn't mean there shouldn't be ROI. But you sit down with a creative team and say, ‘Hey, let's think about how many downloads we can get or how much pipeline this thing is going to drive. And they just glaze over. Good creatives glaze over because you're not starting with the most important thing, which is the experience that thing is driving. You can work back, you can figure out the business impact of the thing. And it really depends on the piece of content, right? Like a playbook is going to be different than a podcast.  But I'd like to start with the experience and then back into the business impact because I think it just has more value and people are more creative when you start with the experience.” - Kyle LacyTime Stamps[0:55] Meet Kyle Lacy, CMO at Jellyfish[2:51] Exploring Christopher Nolan's Storytelling Techniques[4:45] The Art of Making Complex Narratives Work[7:31] Christopher Nolan's Unique Approach to Filmmaking[10:14] Applying Nolan's Strategies to B2B Marketing[17:47] Drawing Parallels Between Nolan's Work and Marketing[18:52] Mastering Different Storytelling Formats[21:32] The Human Element in Marketing and Filmmaking[23:51] Exploring the Camera as a Character in Marketing[24:59] The Human Element: The Core of Marketing and Storytelling[26:26] Christopher Nolan's Mastery of Objects in Storytelling[28:04] Marketing Lessons from Nolan's Use of Totems[29:32] The Power of Mascots and Brand Identity[31:33] Creative Choices in Filmmaking: The Case of Bane's Voice[39:17] The Challenge of Balancing Creativity and Business Goals[43:58] Advice for other CMOsLinksConnect with Kyle on LinkedInLearn more about JellyfishAbout Remarkable!Remarkable! is created by the team at Caspian Studios, the premier B2B Podcast-as-a-Service company. Caspian creates both non-fiction and fiction series for B2B companies. If you want a fiction series check out our new offering - The Business Thriller - Hollywood style storytelling for B2B. Learn more at CaspianStudios.com. In today's episode, you heard from Ian Faison (CEO of Caspian Studios) and Meredith Gooderham (Senior Producer). Remarkable was produced this week by Jess Avellino, mixed by Scott Goodrich, and our theme song is “Solomon” by FALAK. Create something remarkable. Rise above the noise.

Among compelling points in this interview is "the politicalization of medicine is a horrible thing," and, in public health "personal responsibility does not work."  Our guest is former Indiana State Health Commissioner Dr. Richard Feldman who also is a frequent columnist in The Indianapolis Business Journal as well as author of books, including his most recent:  "What Our Patients Have Taught Us . . . "    

In this week's episode of the For Everyday Leaders Podcast, Brandon and Alex sit down with Brian Schutt as he shares his journey of embracing entrepreneurship. Brian talks about how long-lasting anchored relationships have influenced him both personally and professionally. Brian is committed to impacting the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the state of Indiana. Brian is the Co-Founder of Homesense Heating and Cooling, Co-Founder at Refinery 46, a Civic Renewal Fellow with American Enterprise Institute, Board Member at Orr Fellowship and the StartedUP Foundation. Brian writes for the Indianapolis Business Journal and serves as the Innovation Advisor for the Wayfinders Impact Studio Cohort. You can learn more about Brian and the organizations he is involved with at https://www.bschutt.com

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show react to Astros outfielder Michael Brantley announcing his retirement, and they relive some of his best moments in Houston. Craig Ackerman, play-by-play announcer for the Houston Rockets, joins the show to comment on the rumors surrounding suspected aliens at a mall in Florida. The Texans will face the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday in a fight for a playoff spot. Derek Schultz, writer for the Indianapolis Business Journal and Indianapolis Monthly, joins the show to preview the keys to each team's success. Rockets sideline reporter Vanessa Richardson also joins to preview Texans vs. Colts and Rockets vs. Timberwolves. Matt and Ross discuss the College Football National Championship in Houston, tell their Non-Florida Stories and more.

Derek Schultz, writer for the Indianapolis Business Journal and Indianapolis Monthly, joins The Matt Thomas Show to break down the Houston Texans heading to Lucas Oil Stadium to play the Colts for a playoff spot. The matchup will feature Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud against Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew, who took over for Anthony Richardson after he suffered an injury to his AC joint in the right (throwing) shoulder. Gardner Minshew is "one of the better backup quarterbacks in the NFL," Schultz said. Colts running back Jonathan Taylor is not having a break out year, according to Schultz. "He's not the homerun hitter right now." Schultz also predicts that a successful pass rush will be the key to a Colts victory because "the secondary is the weak link." Both teams have first-year head coaches in DeMeco Ryans and Shane Steichen, and they both "are front runners for coach of the year." According to Schultz, Steichen should be in the discussion for "maximizing the situation" and the ability to "keep the ship steady."

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show react to Astros outfielder Michael Brantley announcing his retirement, and they relive some of his best moments in Houston. Craig Ackerman, play-by-play announcer for the Houston Rockets, joins the show to comment on the rumors surrounding suspected aliens at a mall in Florida. The Texans will face the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday in a fight for a playoff spot. Derek Schultz, writer for the Indianapolis Business Journal and Indianapolis Monthly, joins the show to preview the keys to each team's success. Rockets sideline reporter Vanessa Richardson also joins to preview Texans vs. Colts and Rockets vs. Timberwolves. Matt and Ross discuss the College Football National Championship in Houston, tell their Non-Florida Stories and more.

Derek Schultz, writer for the Indianapolis Business Journal and Indianapolis Monthly, joins The Matt Thomas Show to break down the Houston Texans heading to Lucas Oil Stadium to play the Colts for a playoff spot. The matchup will feature Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud against Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew, who took over for Anthony Richardson after he suffered an injury to his AC joint in the right (throwing) shoulder. Gardner Minshew is "one of the better backup quarterbacks in the NFL," Schultz said. Colts running back Jonathan Taylor is not having a break out year, according to Schultz. "He's not the homerun hitter right now." Schultz also predicts that a successful pass rush will be the key to a Colts victory because "the secondary is the weak link." Both teams have first-year head coaches in DeMeco Ryans and Shane Steichen, and they both "are front runners for coach of the year." According to Schultz, Steichen should be in the discussion for "maximizing the situation" and the ability to "keep the ship steady."

The Indiana Pacers are riding high after a big win on Monday over the Boston Celtics. Could that win be a turning point for the franchise? Host Tony East is joined by Derek Schultz from Query & Schultz, Indy Monthly, and Indianapolis Business Journal to break down the Pacers vibes and momentum. They also discuss Tyrese Haliburton's ascent.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.Jase MedicalGet $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Indiana Pacers are riding high after a big win on Monday over the Boston Celtics. Could that win be a turning point for the franchise? Host Tony East is joined by Derek Schultz from Query & Schultz, Indy Monthly, and Indianapolis Business Journal to break down the Pacers vibes and momentum. They also discuss Tyrese Haliburton's ascent. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. Jase Medical Get $20 off these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. PrizePicks Go to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy sits down with leading philanthropy scholar Les Lenkowsky about the giving landscape in America and how it may or may not be changing.Leslie Lenkowsky is a leading scholar on philanthropy and has been a faculty member of Indiana University's School of Public and Environmental Policy since 2004, and, for five years, was the director of Graduate Programs at IU's Center on Philanthropy in Indianapolis. From 2001-2004, he was appointed by the Bush Administration as CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service. Among his other positions, he served as president of the Hudson Institute ('90-'97), president of the Institute for Educational Affairs, a research fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, an adjunct faculty member at Georgetown University, and director of the Philanthropy Roundtable. His writing has appeared in such publications as Commentary, The Weekly Standard, The Wall Street Journal, The Public Interest, The Chronicle of Philanthropy, and the Indianapolis Business Journal.During this conversation, Les shares where he thinks giving is headed in America and the trends worthy of note. Is the decline of church-goers the source of the decline in household giving? Jeremy and Les discuss the politicization of philanthropy, donor privacy, the origins of the ACE Act, and whether tax rates influence charity. To close, we hear an often-forgotten story of Julius Rosenwald, one of the most impactful civil rights philanthropists of the early twentieth century. You can find Givers, Doers, & Thinkers here at Philanthropy Daily, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music,  Buzzsprout, and wherever you listen to podcasts.We'd love to hear your thoughts, ideas, questions, and recommendations for the podcast! You can shoot Katie Janus, GDT's producer, an email anytime!Center for Civil Society's YouTube Channel

In this episode, we sit down with a multifamily industry legend and Hall of Famer who has dedicated four decades to shaping the industry and fostering diversity and inclusion. Discover her journey from a chemistry and psychology background to becoming an industry influencer, with several executive leadership roles in the public and private sector, as well as with the National Apartment Association (NAA). She shares her insights regarding education, the critical role of credential programs, and the need to expand opportunities for women in multifamily leadership. She also gives advice for those looking to advance their careers and emphasizes the importance of self-care, diverse representation, and unwavering passion for making a positive impact.Alexandra Jackiw is Chief Operating Officer of Argenta Property Management Group where she oversees the corporate functions and business development for its affiliated management companies. Active in professional organizations, Alex served as Chairman of the Board of the National Apartment Association (NAA) in 2013 and President of the NAA Education Institute in 2008/2009. She is a respected industry speaker and has presented programs to industry trade groups throughout the U.S. and Canada. In 2013, Alex established the Alexandra Jackiw Diversity & Inclusion Scholarship to increase diversity and inclusion within the multifamily property management industry. Alex received the NAAEI Apartment Career and Education (ACE) Award in 2011 in recognition of her commitment to training industry professionals. In 2012 Real Estate Forum Magazine named Alex a “Woman of Influence in Real Estate” and in 2013 the Institute of Real Estate Management named her as one of the “Women Changing the Face of Property Management.” She was honored in 2015 as a “Woman of Influence” by the Indianapolis Business Journal and she was inducted into National Apartment Association Hall of Fame in 2018. Alex is a graduate of the University of Rochester and received her M. Ed. from Ohio University. Hear from Alex about:How she started in the industry, in the public housing sector.Balancing the human touch in a world of high tech.How she became so involved and passionate about training.Why case studies and storytelling make more impact on our teams.Instituting the "Ask Alex" calls that helped her learn more from her teams.Women representation at the corporate level.Hiring good people and getting out of their way.Subscribe to the Multifamily Streamlined Podcast here.Burning questions? A hot topic? Guest you'd like to hear? Email us at podcast@streamlinemultifamily.com.Join us every Thursday at 8:00 AM EST for Rise and Shine with Streamline. ALL ARE WELCOME.Early registration is available for EmpowHER 2024 in Charleston, SC. Register here and enter code EARLYBIRD24. Sponsorship opportunities will be available soon.

Following up last week's show about the lavish French Lick Springs Hotel, Hoosier History Live will focus on the southern Indiana town's other claim to national fame. French Lick, of course, is the hometown of the basketball superstar often called "Larry Legend". He also became known as "The Hick from French Lick". Larry Bird persevered through significant challenges in his youth (including an impoverished family and a tragedy) to become one of the greatest players in NBA history. Before that, he was a sensational player at Springs Valley High School, then reaped national fame at Indiana State University. After his playing career, he coached the Indiana Pacers, lifting the team to unprecedented success, then served in top management for the organization. His triumphs also include playing on America's Dream Team One in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics (the first time NBA players were permitted in the Olympic games), even though he was in excruciating pain. Our guide as we explore Larry Bird's life and career will be veteran sports journalist Mark Montieth, currently a sports columnist for the Indianapolis Business Journal. As the former Pacers beat reporter for the Indianapolis Star, Mark covered all three seasons the team was coached by Bird, who took them to their debut in the NBA Finals in 2000. Mark has a trove of podcast interviews with (and stories about) Indiana sports notables at markmontieth.com He has been a previous Hoosier History Live guest, including on a show in 2017 about the early years of the Pacers in connection with one of his books, Reborn: The Pacers and the Return of Pro Basketball to Indiana.

Recorded July 27th 2023 From the INDOT's Major Moves I-69 Project & Propel Indy to Hydrogen Hub, Brad & Jonathan share their stories and experiences using communications as a tool to get infrastructure projects in Indiana to the finish line.  With numerous and diverse stakeholders with interest in these projects, Brad discusses the process to “Define Yourself” as well as the strategy and legwork to ensure success.  In addition, learn why experts believe Indiana is poised to become for hydrogen what Texas is for oil as the Hoosier state becomes a player in green hydrogen. Book RecommendationsBrad – A Pirate Looks at Fifty by Jimmy Buffett Jonathan – The Long Game: A Memoir by Mitch McConnell Relevant Links: Midwest Alliance for Clean Hydrogen: https://machh2.com/ Midwest Hydrogen Coalition MOU: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.in.gov/oed/files/Final-H2-MOU.pdf Propel Indy: https://propelindy.com/ INDOT Major Moves I-69 Project: https://www.in.gov/dot/div/contracts/i69.htm Connect with BAR Communications: Website: https://barcommunications.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BarComms Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barcomms/ Connect with Brad & Jonathan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradrateike/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-kopp-331b73105/ Brad Rateike Brad Rateike is the founding principal of BAR Communications where he has directed public relations strategy and message development for corporate, government and nonprofit clients in the Midwest and in Washington, D.C. since 2010. Brad has created and managed public affairs campaigns for Fortune 50 companies in addition to directing media relations and grassroots outreach for small businesses and startup companies. Brad took a hiatus from the firm in 2016 to serve as a communications and policy advisor for the Donald J. Trump for President Campaign and the Trump/Pence Presidential Transition Team. After being recruited to join the White House Office of Communications, Brad served as the director of Cabinet communications where he coordinated message strategy and rollout of Presidential priorities with Federal agencies in addition to assisting agencies with crisis management. Additionally, Brad served as the communications lead in assisting Cabinet nominees through the Senate confirmation process. Prior to founding the firm, Brad served for five years as deputy press secretary and policy director for former Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels. In that role, he handled media outreach and worked with state agencies and external stakeholder groups on grassroots initiatives to advance the governor's legislative agenda. In November 2021, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb appointed Brad to the White River State Park Development Commission. He is also a contributing columnist on business and political issues for the Indianapolis Business Journal and is a volunteer with the White House Office of Presidential Advance. Brad was selected as a member of the Stanley K. Lacy Executive Leadership Series Class XLI and was recognized as a member of the Indianapolis Business Journal's “Forty Under 40” Class of 2020. Brad serves as a pro bono communications advisor for the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation and has been a mayoral appointee and chairman of the Indianapolis Citizens Police Complaint Board. Brad served as an organizational development volunteer in the United States Peace Corps and has experience in trade association management. He received a bachelor's degree in English from Franklin College, where he was president of the student body. He is married to Lawren Mills, chair of the public affairs practice group at Ice Miller LLP. They split their time between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. Jonathan Kopp Jonathan Kopp is the Director of Strategic Communications for BAR Communications. Jonathan has over five years of experience in communications and public affairs, most recently serving as the director of a grassroots energy advocacy organization where he organized support for local projects, educated elected officials, and created and curated content for social media. Prior to that, Jonathan served the Indiana GOP and Eric Holcomb for Indiana in the communications department, as well as on a U.S. Senate Primary campaign where he worked with the political and communications teams. Jonathan is a graduate of Marian University in Indianapolis, where he graduated summa cum laude in Management as a member of the men's soccer team. He is also a member of the Indiana Leadership Forum Class of 2022, the American Enterprise Institute Millennial Leadership Network, and the Marketing & Communications Co-Chair for the CFA Society of Indianapolis Board. Originally from Avon, Indiana, Jonathan now resides in downtown Indianapolis. Who are the hosts? Austin Crites, CFA: Austin is a past-president and current committee member of CFA Society Indianapolis. Professionally, he is the Chief Investment Officer at Aurora Financial Strategies where he manages US-focused, all-cap, style-agnostic equity strategies as the core of client portfolios. Austin is a 2008 graduate of Marian University in Indianapolis where he is now an adjunct professor in the Byrum School of Business. Matt Henry, CFA: Matt is a Senior Investment Officer at STAR Wealth Management. He is also a Past President and a director of CFA Society Indianapolis. When he's not managing porfolios, Matt teaches Finance 300 at Ball State University. He enjoys air conditioning, wi-fi, and the conveniences of indoor living.  

Recorded April 24 th 2023 Today we have 28-year-old real estate entrepreneur Aaron Laster. Aaron shares his story from growing up on the Far Eastside of Indianapolis to his start in bootstrapping a real estate portfolio while still in college. Learn how Aaron finds local real estate deals while supporting affordable housing development using tax credits to square the economics. Aaron is also developing an innovative platform called Ardhio to provide access to fractional ownership in real estate, lowering the barriers to investing. Aaron's Book Recommendation: Why Should White Guys Have All the Fun?: How Reginald Lewis Created a Billion-Dollar Business Empire IBJ 20 in their Twenties 2021: https://www.ibj.com/articles/2021-20-in-their-twenties-aaron-laster LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronlaster/ Ardhio: https://www.ardhio.com/ Guest Bios Meet Aaron Laster, a 28-year-old real estate entrepreneur from the Far Eastside of Indianapolis. With a sharp eye for property investment opportunities and a passion for real estate, Aaron has established a solid reputation in the industry. His drive to succeed has made him a rising star in the Indianapolis real estate scene and he was in the inaugural class for the Indianapolis Business Journal's 20 in their Twenties. Aaron has an extensive network in the local real estate community and has become known for his exceptional negotiation skills, market knowledge, and ability to close deals efficiently. When he is not making real estate investments or networking in the startup community, Aaron enjoys giving back to his community and spends several hours each month serving on multiple boards of non-profit organizations. After graduating from Lawrence Central High School, he received a bachelor's degree from Indiana University Bloomington. While at IUB, he started using his refunds from financial aid and used a few different creative strategies to acquire his first few properties. Starting with a small single-family rental home on the Near Westside of Indianapolis, Aaron has built a portfolio of 10+ properties including vacant land for future development, single-family homes, small multifamily properties, & commercial buildings. In addition to personal investments, he is building Ardhio, a digital platform for fractional ownership in real estate. Ardhi means land in Swahili and we added the “o” because we are bringing things full circle as we democratize real estate investing for all. By using technology and Regulation A+ offerings, both accredited and non-accredited investors will have the opportunity to invest in institutional-grade real estate assets with as little as $100. Visit ardhio.com to join our investor waitlist. Who are the hosts? Austin Crites, CFA: Austin is a past-president and current committee member of CFA Society Indianapolis. Professionally, he is the Chief Investment Officer at Aurora Financial Strategies where he manages US-focused, all-cap, style-agnostic equity strategies as the core of client portfolios. Austin is a 2008 graduate of Marian University in Indianapolis where he is now an adjunct professor in the Byrum School of Business. Matt Henry, CFA: Matt is a Senior Investment Officer at STAR Wealth Management. He is also a Past President and a director of CFA Society Indianapolis. When he's not managing porfolios, Matt teaches Finance 300 at Ball State University. He enjoys air conditioning, wi-fi, and the conveniences of indoor living.  

00:00 – 27:22 - John opens the show by reviewing the NBA playoff games from the weekend. He gets into the Nikola Jokic situation and gives his thoughts on what the proper punishment might end up being. He also discusses the news that Bennedict Mathurin was named a first team All-Rookie. John then talks about the rumors that the Washington Commanders tried to see if Andrew Luck would come back to play for them.   27:23 – 45:20 – John keeps things moving by discussing the news that the Pacers G-League affiliate, the Mad-Ants, will be moving from Fort Wayne to Noblesville to play in a new facility worth $36 million. He opens the phone lines up and takes comments and questions about the Colts, the Mad Ants news, and more!  45:21 – 47:41 – John wraps up the first hour of the show!  47:42 – 1:08:46 – Mickey Shuey from the Indianapolis Business Journal joins the show to give the rundown on the news that the Fort Wayne Mad Ants are moving to Noblesville. He talks about what led to the move, and where the cash for the move is coming from. He also discusses whether there was much of a warning that this was coming, and what the new nickname of the team could be.  1:08:47 – 1:26:55 – Jake Query from the morning show Kevin & Query joins John live in studio! Jake talks about the marathon he just ran over the weekend! John and Jake talk about some classic rock songs, before they begin talking about the Mad Ants news. They then talk about Formula 1 vs Indycar.   1:26:56 – 1:35:37 – John and Jake wrap up the 2nd hour of the show!  1:35:38 – 2:00:33 – John kicks the 3rd hour off with some phone calls! Dan Orlovsky of ESPN then joins the show to talk about Anthony Richardson. Dan gives his thoughts on when Richardson should play. He also compares Richardson to Jalen Hurts, and talks about how much of a leap Richardson can take under Shane Steichen. Dan also gives his thoughts on if he would've taken Richardson 1st overall.   2:00:34 – 2:10:34 – John keeps the show moving by answering some questions and comments from listeners!  2:10:35 – 2:23:06 – The day concludes with some more questions and comments from listeners! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 14:45 - Dan Orlovsky of ESPN then joins the show to talk about Anthony Richardson. Dan gives his thoughts on when Richardson should play. He also compares Richardson to Jalen Hurts, and talks about how much of a leap Richardson can take under Shane Steichen. Dan also gives his thoughts on if he would've taken Richardson 1st overall.  14:46 - 31:28 - Jake Query from the morning show Kevin & Query joins John live in studio! Jake talks about the marathon he just ran over the weekend! John and Jake talk about some classic rock songs, before they begin talking about the Mad Ants news. They then talk about Formula 1 vs Indycar.  31:29 - 48:05 - Mickey Shuey from the Indianapolis Business Journal joins the show to give the rundown on the news that the Fort Wayne Mad Ants are moving to Noblesville. He talks about what led to the move, and where the cash for the move is coming from. He also discusses whether there was much of a warning that this was coming, and what the new nickname of the team could be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lifetime of reporting on government and politics seemed natural for Lesley while growing up in a household that read and talked about the news of the day.  Listen to follow her career from covering the Indiana legislature to teaching journalism students at Franklin College and starting TheStateHouseFile.com, to landing as the editor of the Indiana Business Journal.  Follow Lesley's life and work here:Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lweidenbener/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesleyweidenbener Twitter: https://twitter.com/LWeidenbener   Independent Mail: https://www.independentmail.com/ Indianapolis Business Journal: https://www.ibj.com/ Vincennes Sun Commercial: https://www.suncommercial.com/ Evansville Courier: https://www.courierpress.com/ Indy Star: https://www.indystar.com/ Frank O'Bannon/Steve Goldsmith: https://www.thestatehousefile.com/commentary/analysis-running-mates-mean-more-to-political-junkies-than-voters/article_2dbc37bc-32e2-57f6-8fe1-a4b39e8860be.html 2008 Presidential Primary Obama/Hillary:  chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.in.gov/library/files/HPR1436.pdf.pdf Timothy McVeigh execution: https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/181466374/ C-SPAN: https://www.c-span.org/ Indiana Weekend Review: https://www.wfyi.org/programs/indiana-week-in-review Louisville Courier Journal: https://www.courier-journal.com/ Franklin College Journalism: https://franklincollege.edu/academics/majors/multimedia-journalism-franklin-college/ TheStateHouseFiles.com: https://www.thestatehousefile.com/ Indiana Lawyer: https://www.theindianalawyer.com/ Fort Wayne Journal Gazette: https://www.journalgazette.net/ Viewpoints from the Industry: https://www.ibj.com/topics/viewpoint IBJ Newsletter subscriptions: https://www.ibj.com/newsletters  Thank you for listening!  Please take a moment to rate, review and subscribe to the Media in Minutes podcast here or anywhere you get your podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/media-in-minutes/id1555710662  

Listen to our newest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast discussing the response to the COVID-19 pandemic at Indiana University and successful infection control practices with Dr. Lana Dbeibo of Indiana University. Dr. Dbeibo was Director of Vaccine Initiatives at Indiana University and received recognition from the Indianapolis Business Journal in the 2022 Forty under Forty for her work in promoting vaccination in the univesity and the community around it. In this episode, we discuss infection prevention initiatives, the pandemic response, and preparations for future pandemics. #Indianapolis #indianauniversity #infectionprevention #covid19pandemic  @Indiana_University   @IUHealth   @IUSMCommunications    You can listen to the episode on Apple, Spotify Anghami, and iHeartRadio   The episode is also available on YouTube https://youtu.be/jN-8k19PyQg​

We're kicking off the new year by talking to one of the foremost authorities on SEO, Muhammad Yasin, VP of Marketing at High Alpha—winner of multiple national marketing awards and recognized by the Indianapolis Business Journal as one of Indy's Forty Under 40. In this episode, Muhammad talks about prioritizing creativity over a technicality in your content strategy, tailoring your SEO strategy to pull in high-quality leads, and much more.---------Quote“Previously what would happen was you bring the analytical in first. They build the keyword list and they give it to the creative side. What I found over the years is that actually results in a poor outcome of content for creative because they're stuck in a mental box, not being their best self. I'm certainly not advocating ignoring everything algorithmically. What I'm saying is that the story has to come first.  Then second, you bring in the algorithm.”                                                                                                                                                        ---------Time Stamps:* (1:03) Get to know Muhammad Yasin, and what is a venture studio?* (6:05) How have SEO tactics evolved in the past 10 years?* (8:13) Prioritizing creative or revenue in your content strategy* (11:44) When should a company in the ideation phase introduce SEO into its strategy?* (15:44) Create an SEO strategy for a market creator * (17:23) Using SEO to target high-quality leads * (21:27) How to convince leadership to gamble on organic content * (23:10) Lightning round!* (28:01) Ryan and Drew's key takeaway --------Contact UsGot a topic idea? Hot take? Guest pitch?We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at PageOne@DemandJump.com.--------SponsorThis podcast is brought to you by DemandJump. Tired of wasting time creating content that doesn't rank? With DemandJump you know the exact content to create to increase 1st-page rankings and drive outcomes. Get started for free today at DemandJump.com.--------LinksFollow Muhammad on LinkedInFollow Ryan on LinkedInFollow Drew on LinkedInLearn more about DemandJump's marketing tools

Jim Muehlhausen CPA, JD has had articles feature in numerous publications including Businessweek.com, Entrepreneur, Inc., Indianapolis Business Journal, The Small Business Report, Undercar Digest, Digitrends and NAICC Legal Journal. Jim graduated from Valparaiso University with a B.S. in Accounting, passing the CPA exam while still in college. While subsequently attending the Indiana University School of Law, he became the youngest franchisee in Meineke Discount Muffler history (1987-1991). After successfully selling that business, Jim founded an automotive aftermarket manufacturing concern. During his 9-year tenure, the company achieved recognition from Michael Porter of the Harvard Business School and Inc. Magazine in the IC 100 Fastest Growing Businesses. Over the past eight years, Jim has personally coached hundreds of business owners in more than 3,500 face-to-face coaching sessions and has clients in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. - Jim Muehlhausen CPA, JD has had articles feature in numerous publications including Businessweek.com, Entrepreneur, Inc., Indianapolis Business Journal, The Small Business Report, Undercar Digest, Digitrends and NAICC Legal Journal. Jim graduated from Valparaiso University with a B.S. in Accounting, passing the CPA exam while still in college. While subsequently attending the Indiana University School of Law, he became the youngest franchisee in Meineke Discount Muffler history (1987-1991). After successfully selling that business, Jim founded an automotive aftermarket manufacturing concern. During his 9-year tenure, the company achieved recognition from Michael Porter of the Harvard Business School and Inc. Magazine in the IC 100 Fastest Growing Businesses. Over the past eight years, Jim has personally coached hundreds of business owners in more than 3,500 face-to-face coaching sessions and has clients in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. - www.51errors.com******************************************************************To listen to all our XZBN shows, with our compliments go to: https://www.spreaker.com/user/xzoneradiotv*** AND NOW ***The ‘X' Zone TV Channel on SimulTV - www.simultv.comThe ‘X' Chronicles Newspaper - www.xchroniclesnewspaper.com ******************************************************************

Dr. Aarti Shah, former senior vice president and chief information and digital officer at Eli Lilly & Company, knows pharma and technology inside and out. At Eli Lilly, she led an enterprise-wide global organization with responsibilities for information technology, information security, advanced analytics, data science and digital health. Dr. Shah has been named a woman of influence by the Indianapolis Business Journal and was also named one of the fierce women in biopharma by Fierce Pharma. In this episode, Dr. Shah and Maria Whitman talk about how real-world evidence is driving faster industry innovations that have great potential to improve patient outcomes. 

Lesley Weidenbener is one of my favorite people whom I have met in the political/media community, and her career spans more than two decades covering local & state politics, and now business, as the Editor of the Indianapolis Business Journal. In this conversation, Lesley shares what drew her to journalism as a career, what covering politics taught her about people and community, and how journalism is changing at a rapid pace.

Nate Feltman is co-owner of the IBJ Corporation, publisher of the Indianapolis Business Journal, the Indiana Lawyer and the Court & Commercial Record. Nate also is the CEO of NJF Consulting, LLC, which provides acquisition and business consulting services. From 2010 - 2017, Nate was President, CEO and co-owner of Home Health Depot, Inc. (HHD) and its subsidiary, Genesis Healthcare Services, LLC, providers of complex rehabilitation mobility equipment, hospice, respiratory and home medical equipment. During his tenure, HHD grew from one location in Indianapolis, to 20 locations in 6 states, and from 30 employees to 240 employees, while quadrupling revenue.  Nate was also a partner with the law firms Faegre Baker & Daniels and Ice Miller, in Indianapolis, and Altheimer & Gray in Chicago, where his practice focused on representing public and private companies with their merger and acquisition activities, as well as advising local governments on public-private partnerships and economic development strategies. Before his U.S. legal experience, Nate spent nearly four years in Moscow, Russia (1994-1998) with the international law firms Baker & McKenzie and Steptoe & Johnson, where he represented companies seeking to do business in Russia. Appointed by Governor Mitch Daniels, Nate served as Secretary of Commerce for the State of Indiana and CEO of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation from 2006-2008.  In this fun and insightful episode, Nate talks about his childhood fascination with the Cold War, a life-changing study abroad trip to the Soviet Union, the impact of losing his best friend, his affection for Mitch Daniels, his love for the band Crash Test Dummies, the importance of using the “Ben Franklin” method for weighing pros and cons, urging young people to find their passions, engaging with your community and colleagues, and two risky moments that led to huge opportunities in his life.  Connect with Nate on LinkedIn Learn about the IBJ

Colleen and Janice welcome Jesse Kharbanda, the Outgoing Executive Director of the Hoosier Environmental Council.  In this enlightening conversation, Kharbanda explains the challenges of pollution in Indiana (and across the country) and the actions addressing those challenges.Jesse Kharbanda is the  Outgoing Executive Director of the Hoosier Environmental Council, Indiana's largest environmental policy organization. Jesse has focused HEC's initiatives around environmental health & justice, land & water protection, and climate solutions. Jesse has been passionate about expanding the tent of people who care about the environment, and he has been personally involved in forging deeper connections with public health organizations, the business community, and faith-based groups, among other constituencies. Jesse's leadership honors include being named to the “Forty Under 40″ list by the Indianapolis Business Journal, being recognized as the sole Indianapolis-based community leader in his induction year named to Delta Omega, the national public health honorary, winning the Hulman Health Achievement Award for Public Policy Advocacy, and being awarded with an honorary degree by DePauw University.  Jesse has graduate degrees from Oxford University and undergraduate degrees from the University of Chicago.  On October 7th, 2021, Jesse announced that he will be beginning a new chapter in his career; after seven months helping with his organization's transition, he embarked on that new chapter on May 2, 2022. Hosts: Colleen Brennan and Janice V. RodriguezCo-Producers: Colleen Brennan and Janice V. RodriguezTheme Music: Michael MiltenbergerSound Editing: Michael Miltenberger

Kyle Lacy talks shares his experience in the marketing and technology industry. He's been recognized as one of Indiana's Forty-under-40 by the Indianapolis Business Journal.Author of three books: Twitter Marketing for Dummies (Wiley, 2010), Branding Yourself (Pearson, 2011), and Social CRM for Dummies (Wiley, 2012).

Karen Mangia is an internationally-recognized thought leader whose TEDx appearance, keynotes, blogs and books reach hundreds of thousands of business leaders each year.  She is the author of Working from Home: Making the New Normal Work for You (Wiley), Listen UP! How to Tune Into Customers and Turn Down the Noise (Wiley) and also Success With Less  (Marie Street Press). A prolific blogger and sought-after media interview, she has been featured in Forbes and regularly contributes to Thrive Global and ZDNet.As Vice President of Customer and Market Insights at Salesforce, she engages current and future customers around the world to discover new ways of creating success and growth together. She serves on the company's Work from Home Taskforce, where she is helping the company's 50,000+ worldwide employees to better adapt to a work-from-home environment. Passionate about diversity and inclusion, she also serves on the company's Racial Equality and Justice Taskforce. Prior to Salesforce, she spearheaded Customer Satisfaction and Experience at Cisco Systems.Recognized with the Centurion Award, Hall of Fame Honoree and a Graduate of Distinction from Ball State University; part of the 40 under 40 in the Indianapolis Business Journal; and Ivy Tech Distinguished Alumni Award. She is a trained chef, and is active in numerous community organizations, including serving on the board of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and Ball State University.https://www.readsuccessfromanywhere.com/Karen's Profilelinkedin.com/in/karenmangiaWebsitessalesforce.com/  (Company Website)successwithless.net/  (Success With Less Book)twitter.com/karenmangia  (Personal Website)Rebel HR is a podcast for HR professionals and leaders of people who are ready to make some disruption in the world of work.We'll be discussing topics that are disruptive to the world of work and talk about new and different ways to approach solving those problems.Follow Rebel HR Podcast at:www.rebelhumanresources.comhttps://twitter.com/rebelhrguyhttps://www.facebook.com/rebelhrpodcastwww.kyleroed.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-roed/Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rebelhrpodcast)

Melissa St. John has been the CEO and Owner of Relocation Strategies for 15 years. She has over 30 years of experience working in various capacities in interior design services and real estate. With her extensive experience in furniture procurement and facility management, she has expanded the firm's offerings from move management to a more all-inclusive A-Z offering, including Reimagining the Workplace with her strategic partnerships with architects.  She's a high-energy motivator, with a gift for recruiting the right people to support our clients. Her influence extends beyond her industry and out into the community, where she serves on various boards including the Indiana State Chamber, Indy Chamber and Indiana Conference for Women. She was also named EY Entrepreneur of the Year in the semifinals in Ohio, and also in 2018, she was named a Women of Influence by the Indianapolis Business Journal.. Melissa is also a proud member of the Geist Conservancy District Steering Committee. She holds a Bachelor of Art Degree in Interior Design from Purdue University. Relocation Strategies is a WBE with WBENC Certification. When she isn't working, Melissa enjoys boating and wake surfing with her husband Rex and 5 boys. Melissa St. John, RID, NCIDQ Certified CEO Relocation Strategies www.relocationstrategies.com mstjohn@relostrategies.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Leppert is a lecturer at the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, as well as an Adjunct Professor at the O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Additionally, Michael is a published writer and featured columnist with regular pieces in the Indianapolis Business Journal.  Prior to his move to higher education, Michael was a seasoned Public Relations and Legislative Specialist, with 20-years as a private sector lobbyist, working with top government, community, and business leaders to achieve strategic priorities. He was also the former Director of Public Affairs, for Krieg Devault.  In this fun and insightful episode, Michael talks about his second book, and first novel, “Flipping the Circle”. He also explains what a lobbyist does, his love of show tunes, the value of understanding people from all walks of life, usefulness vs uselessness, and a “jolting” moment he experienced with his father when he was 18 that helped him understand empathy.  Check out Michael's website Connect with Michael on LinkedIn  Sponsors: Talevation Ninety.io Straticos Buy your copy of Level-UP To Professional: Second Edition  

The Spring League Being Sued For $1.4M In Unpaid Bills, We talk with the author of that report Mickey Shuey from the Indianapolis Business Journal, Former XFL Renegades Coach Bob Stoops Returns to Sidelines, Daryl Johnston Talks USFL Team In San Antonio, Importance Of Getting To Year 2, FCF Combine news, USFL news & more. Plus, your emails & social. We are live Mondays on YouTube @ 8 pm ET. XFL Podcast Show notes: https://xflnewshub.com/xfl-podcast/

On his retirement in 2016, Jim Shella was Indiana's longest serving television reporter.  Since then, he has been contributing to an oral history of The Indiana General Assembly, the Indianapolis government channel, a series of non partisan "town halls," and various blogs such as a monthly for The Indianapolis Business Journal.   Here, Jim comments about other effective Indiana journalists, the decline of state house news coverage, and his weekly program, Indiana Week in Review.  

Leslie Bonilla Muniz covers city government and urban affairs for the Indianapolis Business Journal. As a young professional, she offers great insight on the transition from school to the office and why she loves what she does. 

Welcome to a special re-release of a great NMM episode from Season 1. We love celebrating people, and that's exactly why we're relaunching Kelli Jones's Original episode, Big Stories Make Headlines. Well, Kelli is doing just that! Kelli was recently named one of the 2021 Women of Influence by the Indianapolis Business Journal! We figured there's no better way to support all the awesome work she's doing while bringing even more visibility to this incredible achievement than to let you all hear from her once again!  We hope you enjoy this encore edition, featuring one of our favorite women of influence, Kelli Jones.

In this episode, we bring two experts in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) to discuss everything you need to know about infertility in men and women. Dr. Temitope Ekwo and Dr. Nicole Plenty will be shedding more light on what infertility truly is, the prevalence, risk factors with more focus on fibroids, as well as medical advice on taking the Covid-19 vaccine while pregnant. We will also address some myths and facts that are common in our community and action steps that can be taken by our community to support those experiencing infertility. There is so much to unpack in this episode, and I truly hope that you learn from it and put a lot of the lessons into practice. MEET OUR GUESTS Dr. Temitope Ekwo is a board-certified OB/GYN who was born and raised in Providence, RI where she lived until moving to Washington D.C after high school. She frequently participates in activities within the community to increase patient awareness and education regarding woman's health issues. Dr. Ekwo is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, as well as a member of the Association of Nigerian Physicians and Texas Medical Association. Her clinical interests include adolescent and teen gynecology, high-risk obstetrics, minimally invasive procedures, outpatient surgeries, contraception, pelvic pain, menopause, health maintenance, and general gynecology. Dr. Ekwo and her staff take pride in providing extraordinary care to their patients during all stages of a woman's life. Dr. Nicole Plenty is a double board-certified OB/GYN and Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist, blogger, public speaker, and patient advocate. After experiencing a difficult pregnancy herself, to increase her advocacy efforts, she launched Pregnancy Pearls with Dr. Plenty, a vlog and podcast she created to help patients advocate for themselves by providing pre-/post-conception advice and education regarding complications of pregnancy. She has received local, state, and national honors for her involvement in health policy, mentorship, and work in health advocacy.  Among those, she has received Top 40 under 40 recognitions from the National Minority Quality Forum, the National Medical Association, the Indianapolis Business Journal, as well as her alma mater, Xavier University of LA. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 – 04:42] Introduction Introducing the guest and sharing a brief background on the topic. [04:42 – 19:32] Understanding Infertility & Its Causes Understanding fertility in Men & Women Some common causes of infertility How mental health can affect fertility in marriage Why you need to 'relax'  [19:32 – 42:10] Myths, Misconceptions & Fibroids The effect of aging on infertility in men & women Fibroids and its related issues with infertility in women Are there ways to manage Fibroids? Why African Women are hesitant when it comes to surgery Secondary infertility and its issues How to support couples facing infertility  [42:10 – 54:30] Covid-19 Vaccine & Pregnancy Education on the Covid-19 vaccine & pregnancy Some myths and conspiracies about the vaccine How covid is affecting unvaccinated pregnant women Read & listen to experts for advice [54:30 – 1:01:31] Remedies & Therapeutic Measures for Infertility Consultation & medication Don't be anxious and nervous Seek knowledge & find options [1:01:31] – 1:07:44] Final Discussions Advising the community on how to be supportive Anyoh shares her last words How to connect with the guests Tweetable Quotes: “Stay out of women's uteri! Don't ask them when they're going to get pregnant. Don't ask them why they haven't gotten pregnant don't ask them when they're having another child! Just mind your business!” – Dr. Temitope Ekwo [on how the community can stay supportive towards women dealing with infertility] “Everybody always points a finger at the woman when men make up 48% of the cases of infertility. So, the infertility rates for men and women are almost about the same. I have seen people not be pregnant for years on end and then all of a sudden they do a work up and lo and behold the man has a low sperm count but never wanted to do a sperm sample” – Dr. Nicole Plenty “Secondary infertility is a real thing. People think that if they have one baby that means they are fertile and so they have all the time in the world. But we as women have all the eggs that we are born with and over time, our fertility rate gradually decreases because we lose an egg every time we ovulate. Men are also not off the hook here. As they age, their quality of sperm also decreases.” – Dr. Nicole Plenty  “The amount of miscarriages and stillbirths that I have seen [in pregnant COVID-19 patients] since this pandemic has started is more than the amount I have seen in my 10 years of practicing, but people don't want to talk about that. Having COVID-19 while pregnant is a prenatal complication.” – Dr. Temitope Ekwo LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out the best content just for you! Connect with Dr. Temitope Ekwo:   Phone: (713) 799-9900 Address: Specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology 7400 Fannin St Ste 1200 Houston, TX 77054 Physician loactions Connect with Dr. Nicole Lee Plenty, MD, MPH, MS, FACOG: Facebook: @pregnancypearls Instagram: pregnancy_pearls Twitter: @NicoleLeeMD Youtube: youtube.com/pregnancypearlswithdrplenty Website: www.pregnancypearls.com Email: pregnancypearls@gmail.com   You can connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, or send us an email at hello@livingafricanpodcast.com. Check out our website www.livingafricanpodcast.com for more resources and to learn more. You can connect with Anyoh on Facebook (@anyohf), Instagram (@anyohfombad), and Twitter (@anyohfombad).    

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for August 7, 2021 is: pink • PINK • verb 1 a : to perforate in an ornamental pattern b : to cut a saw-toothed edge on 2 a : pierce, stab b : to wound by irony, criticism, or ridicule Examples: "I've pinked myself many times on colorful map pins and been nicked by damaged wire spiral bindings." — Tim Alton, The Indianapolis Business Journal, 23 Aug. 2012 "They pinked the edges of embossed wallpaper squares and punched holes in the squares for rings that hold cover and pages intact." — Mary Alice Powell, The Toledo (Ohio) Blade, 8 Feb. 2020 Did you know? The verb pink referring to perforation and piercing is from a Middle English word meaning "to thrust." It dates to the early 16th century whereas the noun referring to the color pink and its related adjective date to the 17th and 18th centuries, respectively.

A bushel of challenges have confronted family farmers in recent decades. At the same time, farmers mаrkets have sprouted up in towns and neighborhoods across Indiana, the popularity of their "buy local" appeal undeniable. Nick Carter, 38, is knee-deep in both family farms and farmers markets. He grew up on a multi-generational family farm near Russiaville; today, he lives with his wife and three young children on a farm in Marion County. Nick, who will be Nelson's guest, is the CEO and co-founder of Market Wagon, a rapidly-growing, Indianapolis-based business that creates online farmers markets. The enterprise, which has created web-based farmers markets in more than 25 cities across 14 states, enables consumers to browse and buy online from growers and vendors in their region. The rapid growth of Market Wagon has generated a flurry of media interest in the business. In interviews with the press, Nick has noted that, beginning during the 1970s and '80s, family farmers increasingly faced pressures to sell to corporations or consolidate. In other words, "Get big or get out," as Nick has summed up the dilemma faced by family farmers. He told the Indianapolis Business Journal - which last month listed him among its 40 Under 40 roster of emerging young leaders - that his grandfather built the farm where he grew up. But his family's farming roots stretch even deeper: Six generations of his ancestors have farmed in the Howard County area. During our show, Nick will discuss how the industrialization of farming has changed the ways that consumers purchase food. He also will talk about the importance of locally grown food, which has motivated so many communities to establish farmers markets. In central Indiana, they include the Carmel Farmers Market, Broad Ripple Farmers Market, Garfield Park Farmers Market and the Original Farmers Market near Indianapolis City Market downtown. "I think consumers are hungry to know where their food is coming from and how it's produced," Nick told Winsight Grocery Business, an online magazine that covers grocery retailers. He has emphasized that Market Wagon isn't a competitor of farmers markets, but instead augments them by providing online access to consumers who are unable for a range of reasons - from proximity to schedule conflicts - to shop at a local farmers market. Asked by the IBJ how he enjoys spending his downtime, Nick replied that farming is his refuge: "When you spend your day in meetings, working on financial forecasts and meeting with investors, there is something therapeutic about shoveling manure out of a chicken coop, or weeding a garden bed, or picking sweet corn."

Jim Muehlhausen CPA, JD has had articles feature in numerous publications including Businessweek.com, Entrepreneur, Inc., Indianapolis Business Journal, The Small Business Report, Undercar Digest, Digitrends and NAICC Legal Journal. Jim graduated from Valparaiso University with a B.S. in Accounting, passing the CPA exam while still in college. While subsequently attending the Indiana University School of Law, he became the youngest franchisee in Meineke Discount Muffler history (1987-1991). After successfully selling that business, Jim founded an automotive aftermarket manufacturing concern. During his 9-year tenure, the company achieved recognition from Michael Porter of the Harvard Business School and Inc. Magazine in the IC 100 Fastest Growing Businesses. Over the past eight years, Jim has personally coached hundreds of business owners in more than 3,500 face-to-face coaching sessions and has clients in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. - Jim Muehlhausen CPA, JD has had articles feature in numerous publications including Businessweek.com, Entrepreneur, Inc., Indianapolis Business Journal, The Small Business Report, Undercar Digest, Digitrends and NAICC Legal Journal. Jim graduated from Valparaiso University with a B.S. in Accounting, passing the CPA exam while still in college. While subsequently attending the Indiana University School of Law, he became the youngest franchisee in Meineke Discount Muffler history (1987-1991). After successfully selling that business, Jim founded an automotive aftermarket manufacturing concern. During his 9-year tenure, the company achieved recognition from Michael Porter of the Harvard Business School and Inc. Magazine in the IC 100 Fastest Growing Businesses. Over the past eight years, Jim has personally coached hundreds of business owners in more than 3,500 face-to-face coaching sessions and has clients in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. - www.51errors.com ****************************************************************** To listen to all our XZBN shows, with our compliments go to: https://www.spreaker.com/user/xzoneradiotv *** AND NOW *** The ‘X' Zone TV Channel on SimulTV - www.simultv.com The ‘X' Chronicles Newspaper - www.xchroniclesnewspaper.com ******************************************************************

Karen Mangia is an internationally-recognized thought leader whose TEDx appearance, keynotes, blogs and books reach hundreds of thousands of business leaders each year.  She is the author of Working from Home: Making the New Normal Work for You, Listen UP! How to Tune Into Customers and Turn Down the Noise and also Success With Less. A prolific blogger and sought-after media interview, she has been featured in Forbes and regularly contributes to Thrive Global and ZDNet. As Vice President of Customer and Market Insights at Salesforce, she engages current and future customers around the world to discover new ways of creating success and growth together. She serves on the company's Work from Home Taskforce, where she is helping the company's 50,000+ worldwide employees to better adapt to a work-from-home environment. Also recognized with the Centurion Award, Hall of Fame Honoree and a Graduate of Distinction from Ball State University; part of the 40 under 40 in the Indianapolis Business Journal; and Ivy Tech Distinguished Alumni Award.  During this episode, founder Glenn Marsden delves in to the corporate sector with a deep conversation with Karen Mangia. Not only do we find out about the person behind the profession, but what it takes for somebody to lead thousands of employees and projects and how in the past it affected Karens own wellbeing.  We hear about what Karen has learnt during this time of the pandemic and how she has learnt to work WITH the current circumstances instead of against to lead that very taskforce of employees. This is such a fascinating discussion for any leaders within organisations to pay attention to and listen to such an inspirational lady who is leading by example.  To find out more information about Karen, simply head to her official website at: https://karenmangia.com (https://karenmangia.com) To keep up to date with the Imperfectly Perfect Campaign, our global Efforts and how you can get involved, simply head to our official website at imperfectlyperfectcampaign.org *The Imperfectly Perfect Campaign is creating awareness and not a substitute for professional advice. Our episodes do touch on topics around Mental Health Struggles and Suicide. Should you need help, please refer to your nearest crisis numbers. For the United States of America; 911 for all emergencies, alternatively the national suicide hotline on 1.800.273.8255 (TALK) For Australia; 000 for all emergencies, alternatively call Life Line Australia on 13 11 14   A big thank you to our Voice-Over Artist: Mike Christensen (thevoicemonkey.com)

In his new memoir, he describes himself as a "meek" boy who dealt with a severe stutter when he was growing up on the northside of Indianapolis. So John Mutz, now 85, seemed unlikely to carve out a career as a political and civic leader. But even before his two terms as Indiana's lieutenant governor (1981-89), he was playing a key role in many facets of the modern history of his hometown, including the birth of Unigov, the consolidation of most aspects of city and Marion County governments that was considered revolutionary in the late 1960s. When Mutz and other emerging political leaders, including Richard Lugar, started brainstorming about ways to invigorate their hometown - which in the mid-1960s was "regarded as a sleepy backwater," as Mutz puts it - their vision was not to unify city and county governments. According to An Examined Life: The John Mutz Story (Indiana Historical Society Press, 2020), they aspired to make the Hoosier capital the home of a public, state-supported university independent of either Indiana or Purdue universities. To explore how that effort changed direction - as well as other aspects of political and civic history - Mutz will be Nelson's guest. A lifelong Republican, Mutz made headlines in September when he became, as the Indianapolis Business Journal put it, "the first prominent Indiana Republican to publicly rebuke Trump." In announcing he would vote for Joe Biden in the presidential race, Mutz wrote: "I am not leaving my party. I am following my conscience." Like Biden, Mutz has coped with a stutter that became apparent during his boyhood at Indianapolis Public School No. 84 and Broad Ripple High School, where he was a member of the class of 1953. In An Examined Life, he describes the city then as "insular" and the northside neighborhoods where he lived as lacking in diversity, noting he had only one Black classmate at Broad Ripple. After achieving success as a political and civic leader, Mutz was asked to speak to camps and support groups for children who were, in his words, "trying to conquer their stutter." He adds, "These experiences were some of the most moving of my life." In addition to his involvement in what became Unigov, Mutz also was among a group of leaders in the 1970s - eventually known as the City Committee - that settled on emphasizing sports as a strategy for spurring rejuvenation in downtown Indy. Acknowledging in An Examined Life that almost all of those leaders then were men, he writes: "I am amazed that our society has still not recognized the untapped potential in women's leadership." The Hoosier women whose leadership he praises include some who have been previous Hoosier History Live guests, such as U.S. District Court Judge Sarah Evans Barker and another former lieutenant governor, Sue Ellspermann. He calls Lugar, who was elected mayor in 1967 when Mutz was serving in the Indiana General Assembly, a "first-class intellect." In An Examined Life, Mutz describes how they, along with other political and civic leaders, met at a private home to develop ways to invigorate Indianapolis. They had noticed that Jacksonville, Fla., and Nashville, Tenn., had consolidated their city and county governments; the move appealed to Lugar, Mutz and their colleagues because they felt Indianapolis and Marion County officials were "duplicating work or not working collaboratively." In 1969, legislation that allowed Unigov passed in the general assembly. Among its most intense opponents, Mutz writes, was his mother-in-law, who was serving then as the Marion County recorder. A few years later, Lugar insisted that Market Square Arena, which became the home of the Indiana Pacers, be built downtown, bucking a national trend - as well as lobbying in central Indiana - to locate sports stadiums in the suburbs. The opening of Market Square Arena in the early 1970s is considered a major early milestone in downtown's revival. After his two terms as lieutenant governor ended in 1989, Mutz became a philanthropic and business leader. That included stints as president of the Lilly Endowment until 1993, followed by president of Public Service Indiana, which then was the state's largest electric utility. His memoir, An Examined Life, was written in collaboration with political historian Ted Frantz, director of the Institute for Civic Leadership and Mayoral Archives at the University of Indianapolis.

On this episode, these amazing thought leaders bring together their expertise and discuss disparities in American society, the need for collective action leading to change, and how to actively empower underrepresented groups inside and outside of the workplace. Also discussed in this panel is the necessity for companies to invest in a diversified talentpipeline to recruit and continue to support underrepresented groups. Tune in!Meet the Panel:Emil Ekiyor is the Founder/CEO of InnoPower Indy Inc, a community development organization that works with stakeholders to create capacity-building opportunities for underrepresented businesses and professionals in education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship. Emil left his home in Nigeria when he was 15 years old to pursue educational opportunities in the United States. He played in the NFL for six years before moving to Indianapolis with his family. While being active in the Indianapolis community, Emil created an ecosystem of minority professionals and #entrepreneurs from around Indiana to help unite and build a stronger community.Amy C. Waninger is the Founder & CEO of Lead at Any Level. She was the D&I keynote speaker and has authored multiple books. Amy grew up in rural Indiana and now works with companies across the country to improve inclusive cultures and diverse leadership bench strength. Jamar Cobb-Dennard is a Business Broker with Indiana Business Advisors. A leadership consultant with 17 years of experience, Jamar specializes in teaching CPA soft skills related to #leadership, business development, and #communication. Jamar is also an attorney and remains active in the Indianapolis community. He has received multiple awards from Indianapolis Business Journal.  

(July 13, 2019) During the 1820s, it was a key factor in determining the site of the new city of Indianapolis. But there was a major misconception that became obvious when a steamboat got stuck and became the object of ridicule. Soon it became an aquatic dumping ground, with complaints about pollution surfacing by the 1880s in both Marion and Hamilton Counties. During the early 1900s, it was the setting for baptism events that involved hundreds of people on Sundays; the practice ended because of typhoid outbreaks. In the mid-1970s, an Indianapolis-based rock music radio station sponsored hippie-oriented raft races in which competitors paddled aboard discarded sofas, debris and other makeshift watercraft. In recent decades, however, significant efforts have been undertaken to clean up the White River. Now, in the wake of the White River Vision Plan recently unveiled by Marion and Hamilton County civic leaders, Hoosier History Live explores all aspects - the good, the bad and the filthy - of the compelling history of the waterway that has been called "an under-utilized community asset." Nelson's studio guests are: Kevin Hardie, executive director of the Friends of the White River, who has been involved with the nonprofit since its inception in 1985. His staff role was created in 1999 after a controversial fish kill episode made national news; a chemical discharge from a manufacturing plant in Anderson was blamed for killing as many as 5 million fish. Hamilton County historian David Heighway, who has written blog posts about a wide range of aspects of White River history that have had an impact on residents of Noblesville and other nearby towns. The White River was used as a power source by grist mills and other businesses from the earliest eras of the communities, according to David.  His research even has uncovered newspaper accounts in 1892 that describe sightings of a Loch Ness-style monster in the river. And Alex Umlauf, co-chair of the White River committee of Reconnecting to Our Waterways (ROW) and a former staff member of White River State Park. Both Kevin and Alex conduct on-water tours of the White River. Assumptions that the White River would be navigable as a major trade route were a significant factor when state leaders in the 1820s selected the site of the Indiana's new capital city. In 1831, a steamboat called the General Hanna (overseen by a Brigadier General Robert Hanna) ran aground near Indianapolis and was left in the river for several months. The humiliating episode, known as Hanna's Folly, convinced Hoosiers that the river could not handle large ships of any kind. Near the river's edge just west of downtown Indianapolis, Kingan & Co. opened a huge meat-packing operation in the late 19th century; environmentalists eventually criticized the operation and other industries for using the river as a way to dispose of waste.  "As late as the 1950s, state environmental employees sampling the river using a rowboat would have animal entrails hanging from the oars while there were on the river downtown," according to our guest Kevin Hardie. Colorful watercraft were seen on the White River during the WNAP Raft Racesthat began in July 1974 and drew thousands of spectators to Broad Ripple Park. Organized by the former WNAP-FM, a radio station popular with young listeners, the raft races were described as "Central Indiana's version of Woodstock." The White River Vision Plan has been put together to guide decision-making for the next 30 years. According to a recent story published in the Indianapolis Business Journal, the plan encourages the creation of seven recreational "anchor areas" on 58 miles of the White River through Marion and Hamilton counties.  

(June 22, 2019 ) Earlier this year, the Indiana Dunes made national news with the announcement that the distinctive shoreline on Lake Michigan would be a new national park, the first one in the state. But does its designation as Indiana Dunes National Park - rather than the former Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore - make a substantive difference? In this show, Hoosier History Live explores that question, as well as a mountain of other topics related to the towering mounds of white sand that resulted from changes in the level of Lake Michigan that occurred around six thousand years ago, after the last ice age. We also explore the Indiana Dunes State Park, which is included within the 15,000 acres of the national park. Only 61 sites in the country have been designated as national parks, according to an article in April in the Indianapolis Business Journal. During our show, two guests join Nelson by phone from their Porter County offices at the Dunes: Bruce Rowe, public information officer for Indiana Dunes. And Dustin Ritchea, promotions director for Indiana Dunes Tourism. In an interview with the Indianapolis Star when the national park designation was announced in February, Dustin described the Indiana Dunes as one of the most biodiverse areas of North America - with more plant and animal species than Hawaii. In addition to sand dunes, Indiana Dunes includes woodlands, wetlands, prairies and bogs. During the early 1900s, Chicago-based painter Frank Dudley became captivated by the dunes. He crusaded to have them preserved even as steel plants and other industrial development was occurring nearby in northwest Indiana. Carl Sandburg, who lived in Chicago, came to the dunes to write some of his poetry; he once called the dunes "eternity's signature." Proposals to designate the Indiana Dunes as a national park started more than 100 years ago. In 1916, the first director of the National Park Service initially suggested the idea, according to The Indianapolis Star. The Indiana Dunes State Park was opened in 1926. Attractions today include a 3 Dune Challenge, an endurance test in which visitors to the state park are challenged to climb its three tallest dunes. "The 1.5-mile trail takes participants up and down 552 vertical feet," according to the IBJ. Although this is our first show devoted exclusively to the Indiana Dunes, aspects of their heritage have come up during several previous Hoosier History Live programs. They have included: A show in 2018 about the House of Tomorrow and other showplace homes from the 1933 Chicago World's Fair. They were brought by barge to the Indiana Dunes resort town of Beverly Shores after the closing of the fair. And a show about bygone natural landmarks in 2016 that explored the Hoosier Slide, the tallest dune. It had disappeared by 1920 after its sand was hauled away for decades for use in commercial endeavors, particularly the glass-making industry. According to Indiana Dunes Tourism, more than 3.6 million visitors came to the Dunes last year, putting the area on a par with Mount Rushmore's visitation. Because of its biodiversity, Indiana Dunes is promoted as "one of the best spots in the Midwest for bird watching." More than 1,000 species of plant life also can be found there. Consideration of national park designation for the Indiana Dunes dates back more than 100 years, according to an article in the June issue of Indianapolis Monthly. In 1916, Stephen Mather, the first director of the National Park Service, suggested the designation. The country's focus on World War I, however, meant the push was tabled and the proposal was essentially forgotten. In total, the Indiana Dunes have 15 miles of white sand beaches on Lake Michigan. The Hoosier Slide, at about 200 feet tall, was the largest dune before it was destroyed by sand mining.

Host Mason King interviews Indianapolis Business Journal reporter Hayleigh Colombo about her series One City, Worlds Apart, which looks at income inequality and poverty in the city and why it impacts everyone. Hayleigh plays clips from her interviews with Traneisha English of the Wheeler-Dowe Boys and Girls Club, Tess Weathers of the Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health at IUPUI, LeRae Troutman of the Brightwood Community Center, and Rhiannon Edwards of PACE. See the series so far at https://www.ibj.com/worlds-apart. Music for this episode: NightRain by airtone (c) copyright 2017. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/airtone/55887.