Beyond Clarkonomics: How the Fever’s evolution is transforming a sports capital

In the series finale of Beyond Clarkonomics, host Mickey Shuey explores how Indianapolis is building a long-term vision for women’s sports—one that began before Caitlin Clark’s arrival and is designed to outlast any single player. As the Fever’s star power accelerates momentum, civic and sports leaders are executing a decades-long strategy to make Indianapolis a global capital of women’s athletics...

Host Mickey Shuey unpacks the high-stakes arrival of the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis—and explores what it means that the league's biggest star, Caitlin Clark, is sidelined. With thousands descending upon the Circle City. Featuring interviews with WNBA Chief Growth Officer Colie Edison, USA Today columnist Christine Brennan, sports marketer Ken Ungar, and leaders from Visit Indy, Ind...

Host Mickey Shuey examines how the Indiana Fever are capitalizing on unprecedented momentum — not just to win games, but to rebuild their roster, reshape their brand and redefine what’s possible in women’s professional sports. From a bold offseason overhaul to a dramatic rise in sponsorships and fan engagement, this episode details how the franchise is laying the groundwork for long-term success o...

IBJ’s Mickey Shuey traces the Indiana Fever’s origins — from skeptical beginnings to a franchise poised for greatness. Through interviews with former players, league leaders and lifelong fans, this episode explores the Fever’s rocky early years, the rise of Tamika Catchings and the cultural headwinds facing women’s sports. Hear how the franchise built credibility, weathered tough seasons and laid...

Caitlin Clark’s arrival in Indianapolis wasn’t just a win for the Indiana Fever—it reshaped the WNBA, boosted the city’s sports economy and set off a cultural shift around women’s athletics. In this episode, IBJ’s Mickey Shuey explores how Clark became a once-in-a-generation phenomenon and what her presence means for the Fever, the league, and Indy’s future as a capital of women’s sports.  Start y...

Beyond Clarkonomics is a narrative podcast hosted by IBJ business of sports reporter Mickey Shuey exploring Caitlin Clark’s arrival to the Indiana Fever and the ripple effect it's having on Indianapolis. Through expert interviews and archival audio, the series unpacks how Clark’s presence is transforming a once-struggling franchise—and how that transformation is reshaping downtown revitalization,...