Made In Indy

The Made in Indy podcast welcomes writer, vegan winemaker, & creator of Sip & Share Wines, Nicole Kearny. She shares the inspiration behind Sip & Share Artisanal Wines, and how it aligned with her innate desire to create a sacred & safe space for Black people to enjoy wines & wine tasting. We discuss how the wine industry has begun to change as more Black entrepreneurs enter the realm, creating ex...

The Made in Indy podcast welcomes musician, free-thinker, & activist, Nicholas Selm of the political punk band, " Chuck Lofton." Nicholas shares with us his experiences on growing up in Midtown-Indianapolis during the 80's. We dive into the culture shock he encountered while attending private school, & how that illuminated the different socioeconomic statuses that exist in Indiana. Nicholas explai...

The Made in Indy podcast welcomes artist & creative, Nathaniel Russell. Nathaniel shares with us what initially sparked his interest in creating art, & how his time at Ball State University studying printmaking influenced his process. We discuss the importance of finding your own tribe, & how connecting with individuals that support you in all your en-devours can build lifelong bonds. Russell elab...

The Made in Indy podcast welcomes Indiana State Rep. Renee Pack. The first-term legislator shares with us her perspective on the current assembly cycle. We discuss how recent events have created an interesting atmosphere when drafting bills & passing joint legislation. The House Rep. gets candid on the recent wave of evictions that some Hoosiers are facing, and the lasting effects of legislators n...

The Made in Indy podcast welcomes Indiana State Rep. Earl L. Harris Jr. We discuss what it was like growing up in East Chicago, Indiana . + How a family legacy lead him into government affairs. Rep. Harris Jr. shares with us his focused intentions on education and workforce development. + How he is working to develop urban agriculture in all areas of the state. We explore the role of the Indiana B...

The Made in Indy podcast welcomes Indiana State Rep. Robin Shackleford. We discuss the inspiration for the latest bill she has drafted, that would require cultural awareness training for health care professionals in Indiana. She dissects key points of the proposed legislation, & how it would help to dissipate the health disparities that minorities face in our state. We explore the process of how b...

The Made in Indy podcast sits down to chat with Business Gap Closer, Executive Social Media Trainer, Relationship Connector, David Meeker. David explains why he created #NewPalOpen4Biz, & how he worked within the community to ensure that businesses in the New Palestine area continued to flourish during major community construction. The Munster, Indiana native shares how selling pumpkins door to do...

The Made in Indy podcast sits down to chat with Dr. Jevon & Reverend Nicole Caldwell-Gross of St. Luke's United Methodist Church. The pair share the incredible story of how they met at an early age, and how their paths continued to intertwine at different points in their lives. We discuss what it was like growing up in the city of Detroit & how values instilled by their families propelled them to...

The Made in Indy podcast sits down to chat with Commercial Illustrator & Art Educator, Jingo M. de la Rosa . Jingo shares with us what it was like growing up in the Philippines , and how he got his cool nickname. We discuss what inspired him to pursue a career in the arts + How the film Beauty & the Beast sparked his interest in storytelling via the medium of illustration. We explore the journey h...

The Made in Indy podcast sits down to chat with Florist Designer + Creator, Meg Catherine. Meg shares with us what it was like growing up in San Diego & How an interesting opportunity lead her to a flower shop in Chicago . We discuss how her curiosity for science & beauty ignited a passion for floral design. Meg breaks down the different aspects of running a flower shop, and how focusing on her bl...

The Made in Indy podcast sits down to chat with Artist, Author, and Educator, Lise Silva Gomes . Lise shares with us what it was like growing up in Southern California & how she adjusted to relocating to the Circle City at the age of 10. She reflects on how growing up in Indianapolis , & attending schools with rich artistic resources allowed her to develop her palette. We explore the many mediums...

The Made in Indy podcast looks back on the conversations that have shaped the general election in Indiana, and across America. We hear from Professor Dr. Terri Jett, Kit Malone of the ACLU of Indiana, Go Vote Indy, and Dr. Woody Myers - Candidate for Governor of Indiana .

The Made in Indy podcast sits down to chat with Entrepreneur, Community Builder, & Lifestyle Brand Creator, Tedd Hardy. Tedd shares what it was like growing up in the neighborhood of Haughville , and how his passion for sports lead him to play basketball around the world. We discuss how the experience of travel inspired him to return to Indy , and invest his own community. The entrepreneur reveals...

The Made in Indy podcast sits down to chat with Physicians; Lindsay Moore-Ostby & Rachael Holliday , creators of Indy Direct Docs. We begin by breaking down what "direct primary care" means. Then the pair explain the mission of Indy Direct Docs, & how they offer an affordable subscription based practice for under $100 per month. Together we discover what lead them to leave a more traditional care...

The Made in Indy podcast sits down to chat with Community Artist, Professor, & Creator of Solful Gardens; Dr. Jarrod Nicholas Dortch. Dr. Jarrod shares with us how he began his career in farming, and how his father's passion for landscaping acted as a catalyst for his own business . He reveals some of the best methods beginning gardeners can apply that will lead to a successful harvest. We also he...

The Made in Indy podcast sits down to chat with Photographer, Creative & Creator of Never Not Photo Studio, Jes Nijjer. The Bay Area native shares with us what sent her down the path to a career in photography; And how a shift away from a more traditional career path is the best thing that could have ever happened to her. Jes and I discuss the liberation that comes from proper resting + She reveal...

The Made in Indy podcast sits down to chat with physician, former Indiana State Health Commissioner, & 2020 candidate for Governor of Indiana, Dr. Woody Myers . Dr. Myers shares with us what it was like growing up in Indiana & what it means to be a 3rd generation Hoosier . We discuss his experiences as the former Indiana State Health Commissioner , and how that role set the stage for his continued...

The Made in Indy podcast chats with the founders of Go Vote Indy; Aimee Culver, Lindsay Bledsoe, & Justin Floyd. We discuss the mission of Go Vote Indy , and they share how the grass roots effort was formed. We dive into the topic of voter suppression in Indiana, and the different ways we can volunteer & support. Together we dissect the most common misconceptions voters have when it comes to their...

The Made in Indy podcast chats with Professor of Political Science, Special Assistant to the Provost for Diversity & Inclusivity, and Desmond Tutu Peace Lab Faculty Fellow at Butler University , Dr. Terri Jett. Dr. Terri shares her experiences on growing up in the San Francisco area + She recalls her first visit to the Circle City. We unfold how "curiosity" has shaped her life, & why it is the key...

The Made in Indy podcast chats with Advocate & Educator, Kit Malone of the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana. We begin our conversation by breaking down exactly what the ACLU does, and why it is so important in our society. With all the of the news surrounding funding for the USPS, Kit explains how we can ensure the Post Office is appropriately funded & how we can hold our elected official...

The Made in Indy podcast chats with Account Director, Lauren Fiedler + Creative Director, David Cordell of The Bohlsen Group . We discuss what makes the Indianapolis based marketing firm unique & how their "unified marketing" approach allows them to serve their clientele more effectively. We dive into the topic of their For Good initiative, a movement to redefine success in business as companies w...

The Made in Indy podcast chats with Instructor, Harly Materan; creator of Martial arts studio, Capoeira Indianapolis . We chat about the origins of the Martial arts technique, and how it was used as a tool to escape oppression in Brazil for Black people. Harly shares with us the importance of community in his work, and how he found his own tribe by practicing & teaching Capoeira. Later, we dive in...

The Made in Indy podcast chats with designer, author, & Indiana Fashion Week creator, Denisha DLang Ferguson . Denisha shares how her love-affair with fashion began, and what inspired her to create the Fashion Week event for the Circle City . We discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with the right team; And how that will lend itself to fulfilling your vision. Later, we get candid about ho...

The Made in Indy podcast chats with connector, storyteller, and civic leader, Mali Jeffers about the Black Lives Matter Mural in Downtown Indy. Located between the Walker Theatre & the Urban League on Indiana Ave., the mural is the work of 18 commissioned artists from the city. Mali explains what inspired the idea for the mural, the amazing people that came together to make this vision a reality,...

The Made in Indy podcast visits renowned Community Arts Outreach Program, Voices .  Based in Indianapolis, Voices is offers culturally responsive, trauma informed learning environments that meet the needs of our youth.  Kendall chats with founder Kia Wells , staff members China Harris & Lauren Hall about the fundamentals of the program.  Later, DJ, Brooklyn , and Abigail who are students at Voices...