A Vermillion Reasons In Indiana

James talks with Western Indiana Community Foundation's Director of Marketing & Communications Taylor Marshall. goto wicf-ind.org for more info

James chats with the CEO of the Western Indiana Community Foundation, Dale White. Dale has a very interesting background and he has a passion for giving. http://www.wicf-inc.org/

James Lott Jr has a conversation with Western Indiana Community Foundations Kim Eaton. She loves her job and how WICF helps the local community and she shares what they do and how you can get involved. www.wicf-inc.org

Host and Producer James Lott Jr brings you up to speed on whats going on with this podcast! 

In this episode, I spoke with author Brian M, Ingrassia regarding his book " Speed Capital Indianapolis Auto Racing and the Making of Modern America". How a speedway became a legendary sports site and sparked America’s car culture.

In this episode, I spoke with Caption of the Instigators Charles "Chuck" Bloom and Mike Pugh. We talked about the playoffs. Doug Hess is the host!

In this episode I discuss with author Bryan Furuness regarding the book he edited "An Indiana Christmas". Imagine a moonlit railroad track, a rural road and barn covered with just a dusting of snow, a hound dog asleep by the woodstove, and a Red Ryder BB gun hidden behind the tinseled tree―all the makings of an unforgettable Indiana Christmas. In An Indiana Christmas , editor Bryan Furuness brings...

In this episode, I spoke with co-owner of the Hoosier State Instigators Corey Kern. The team will be laying their home games in Clinton at the CRC.

In this episode, I spoke with Newport Lions Club committee Member Doug Weisheit regarding the annual Newport Antique Auto Hill Climb that will be taking place this coming weekend.

In this episode I spoke with Hanna Garriott in her new role as Conservation Tech for Parke and Vermillion County.

In this episode, Chris Egge of RJL Solutions and I talk about child care. We encourage everyone to complete the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ErniePyleChildCareSurvey .

In this episode, I spoke with owner Andu Tarquini of Tarquini's. Tarquini's is a seasonal produce market located in Perrysville, IN. I also mention the upcoming Wabash River Run which will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2023 from 11am to 5pm.

In this episode, I spoke with author Joshua Claybourn regarding the book he edited on Abraham Lincoln titled "Abraham Lincoln's Wildnerness Years: Collected Works of J. Edward Murr". Abraham Lincoln spent a quarter of his life―from 1816 to 1830, ages 7 to 21―learning and growing in southwestern Indiana. Despite the importance of these formative years, Lincoln rarely discussed this period, and with...

In this episode, I spoke with Morgan Lutz who is the new Extention Educator/4-H Youth Development.

In this episode, I spoke with Jared Ell who is an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Navigator with the Indiana Small Business Development Center. Jared is working to connect entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial resources across our region, understand their needs, roadblocks, and goals, and find ways to bring them together. Doug Hess is the host!

In this episode, I spoke with the members of the Fair Board regarding the upcoming Vermillion County Fair. Doug Hess is the host!

In this episode, I spoke with Becky Holbert from the Ernie Pyle WWII Museum to discuss the Vietnam Wall coming to Vermillion County, Indiana. This event will be Jun 9-11 and is sponsored by the Ernie Pyle WWII Museum. Doug Hess is the host! Duke Energy is a sponsor of this podcast. Also check out our Ernie Pyle WWII Museum Podcast on all streaming platforms.

In this episode, I spoke with Ryan Richie who is the Vice President of Government Relations at RJL Solutions. Ryan talked to us today about his work as a lobbyist. We want to thank today's sponsor Duke Energy for making this episode possible. Doug Hess is the host!

In this episode, I have had a conversation with Dr. Debra Isreal on the economic forecast for Vermillion County and the region. Doug Hess is the host!

In this episode I spoke with Eric Shideler and Billy Pigg from the SWCD office regarding the events they have scheduled for this spring. Doug Hess is the host!

In this episode I spoke with Amanda Murphy and Amanda Heber to discuss Vermillion County Fair Sponsorship Opportunities during this years County Fair (June 9-17). Doug Hess is the host!

In this episode I spoke with Kevin Wickens the current Helt Township Trustee to discuss the role of a township trustee. Doug Hess is the host!

Doug Hess spotlights the Parke-Vermillion County Humane Society!

In this episode, I spoke with 3 members of the Eugene Station Community Garden (Kim Wickens and Kurt and Amber Smith). Doug Hess is the host!

In this episode I have a conversation with Ashton Stewart Senior Minster of the Cayuga Christian Church regarding the Christmas Season. Doug Hess is the host!