Conversation Piece Podcast

“If you’re a fan of really quality music with jazz, R&B, soul, and hip hop—pull up.” On this episode of Artists on Chreece, Casper Merci shares his journey from attending Chreece as a teenager to performing with a full band, celebrating community, collaboration, and the creative force of The Sutherland Collective that helped shape his sound. Connect with Casper Merci: https://www.instagram.com...

In this episode, Ash & Elm Cider founder Andréa Homoya stops by the studio to explore identity, risk-taking, leadership, and self-care—uncovering how community, courage, and creativity fuel her life and business. Learn more about Ash & Elm Cider: https://ashandelmcider.com/ Follow Amanda in Indy: https://www.instagram.com/amandainindy/ This episode is sponsored by Tomorrow Bookstore. Do yo...

On this episode of In Conversation With , Taelor Carmine, owner of BODHI Thai Bistro, discusses her family’s journey from Thailand to Indianapolis, the roots of BODHI, and how tradition, patience, and resilience built one of the country’s most celebrated restaurants. From July 2025. Check out BODHI: https://www.bodhi-indy.com/ In Conversation With is our monthly live show where we bring our conver...

“We’re a juggernaut, and then we come together—it’s just pure pandemonium.” On this episode of Artists on Chreece, Naptown duo PINKY (Kid + Courtland Tunstill), reflect on their journey, the importance of hip hop in Indianapolis, and the energy they bring to the community through their music and performances. Connect with Kid: https://www.instagram.com/kidsofthesky/ Connect with Courtland Tunstill...

In this episode of The Open Door, Destiny Taylor stops by the studio to explore her journey of blending wellness, culture, and community, and how she’s creating affirming spaces for black and brown folks in Indianapolis. Connect with Destiny: https://www.instagram.com/themamagreen/ The Open Door is a series where once a month we literally open the studio door and invite folks from the community to...

Olivia Snyder shares her love for downtown Indianapolis’ hidden vibrancy, reflects on challenges the city faces, and reminds us that “there’s joy everywhere you look.” The People's Perspectives on Indy is a series of short interviews with people around the city about their perspectives on Indianapolis. Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect...

“It just brings a spotlight to all of the local talent here for sure.” On this episode of Artists on Chreece, Faded shares his journey as a veteran performer, why Chreece matters to Indianapolis, and why his White Rabbit set promises to be the most electric performance of the night. Connect with Faded: https://www.instagram.com/fadedintheyo/ Artists on Chreece is a series of conversations with art...

“It just brings a spotlight to all of the local talent here for sure.” On this episode of Artists on Chreece, Faded shares his journey as a veteran performer, why Chreece matters to Indianapolis, and why his White Rabbit set promises to be the most electric performance of the night. Connect with Faded: https://www.instagram.com/fadedintheyo/ Artists on Chreece is a series of conversations with art...

"If you don't give the artist that money from the work they're doing, you're not being real." On this special edition of The Open Door, Fred Miller shares how Butter embodies equity, realness, and community while fueling Indianapolis’ artistic renaissance. Connect with Fred: https://www.instagram.com/mffred/ The Open Door is a series where once a month we literally open the studio door and invite...

André Guima, local community advocate, shares why Indy’s people and culture inspire him, calls out government barriers to growth, and imagines a downtown full of art, music, and purpose. Learn more about Patchwork Indy: https://www.patchworkindy.org/ The People's Perspectives on Indy is a series of short interviews with people around the city about their perspectives on Indianapolis. Support the s...

On this episode of Artists on Chreece, Rome Herbert reflects on the growth of the Indianapolis music scene, shares why Chreece is vital for the city, and previews his transformative live set and upcoming project. 0:00 – Getting to Know Rome Herbert 0:41 – First Memories of Chreece 1:12 – Why Chreece Matters for Indianapolis 2:02 – Rome’s Music & Song Recommendation ("Make Me Weak") 2:37 – What...

“Sometimes that mask has to come off and Peter Parker has to come out.” On this special edition of The Open Door, Tirus Duncan pops into the BUTTER BUS to explore how embracing vulnerability, honoring remembrance, and answering the call to serve others shapes a life of purpose and community. Connect with Tirus: https://www.instagram.com/thegreattpd/ The Open Door is a series where once a month we...

Bo Turner, local expert on all things "experience" and founder of FIND Indianapolis, shares her love for the city, from the unique character of its neighborhoods to her vision for more community “third spaces” and a more people-friendly downtown. Connect with FIND Indianapolis: https://instagram.com/findindianapolis/ The People's Perspectives on Indy is a series of short interviews with people aro...

In this episode of Conversation Piece, MACCOLADES stops by the studio to open up about his journey from comic book nerd to producer and rapper, reflecting on the inspirations, creative process, and personal growth that shaped his new project Off the Pavement . Connect with MACCOLADES Instagram: https://instagram.com/maccolades X: https://x.com/macclades Listen to Off the Pavement: https://on.sound...

Tasha Jun joins the first In Conversation With , the live edition of the podcast, to reflect on her writing journey, the weight of identity in publishing, and how rest, community, and curiosity fuel her creative process (from May 2025). Learn more about Tasha: https://tashajun.com/ Check out Tasha's first appearance on the show: https://youtu.be/0fjx74juG7g Shout out to Tomorrow Bookstore for host...

In this episode of Artists on Chreece, Fazle shares his love for Chreece, reflecting on past memories, the importance of Indy’s diverse music scene, and his upcoming all-live, seven-piece performance at White Rabbit (from Chreece Media Day 2025). Check out Fazle on IG: https://www.instagram.com/fazlerockshalos/ Learn more about Chreece: https://www.chreeceaf.com/ Artists on Chreece is a series of...

On this special edition of The Open Door, Brother Jamaal Shabazz pops into the BUTTER BUS to reflect on community, the importance of remembrance, and how unity and storytelling fuel Black liberation and collective progress. Connect with Brother Jamaal: https://www.instagram.com/maal317/ The Open Door is a series where once a month we literally open the studio door and invite folks from the communi...

B Swift, the “voice of Indiana,” shares his love for Indianapolis, his vision for stronger community resources, and why supporting him means uplifting the entire city. Tap in with B Swift: https://www.instagram.com/bswift317/ The People's Perspectives on Indy is a series of short interviews with people around the city about their perspectives on Indianapolis. Support the show Subscribe to the news...

Senator Andrea Hunley shares her love for Indianapolis, highlighting the city’s creativity, placemaking, and community connections while breaking down misconceptions about downtown and celebrating its vibrant identity. Learn more about Senator Hunley: https://andreahunley.com/ The People's Perspectives on Indy is a series of short interviews with people around the city about their perspectives on...

Samsung Livingston shares how his love for Indianapolis, its neighborhoods, and its history shape his mission to show people the city’s true identity—one step at a time. Get to a Walk and Talk: https://www.through2eyes.com/walk-talk The People's Perspectives on Indy is a series of short interviews with people around the city about their perspectives on Indianapolis. Support the show Subscribe to t...

In this episode of The Open Door, Laura Alvarado, CEO of the Indiana Blind Children’s Foundation, drops by the studio to discuss empowering students with vision impairments, the foundation’s evolving programs, and how the community can step up to support their mission. Learn more about the Indiana Blind Children's Foundation: https://indianabcf.org/ The Open Door is a series where once a month we...

On this week’s episode of Conversation Piece, Elise Shrock shares how radical curiosity, recovery, and community-centered leadership have shaped her life and work as an advocate, political strategist, and truth-teller fighting to foster a political culture in Indianapolis that is rooted in service and accountability. Learn more about Elise: https://www.eliseshrock.com/ Connect with Elise on Instag...

On this episode of The Open Door, Michael Zarick, creator of Third Space Indy , shares how riding the bus, podcasting on the street, and embracing serendipity has helped him build community, connect to his Lebanese roots, and fall in love with Indianapolis. Connect with Michael + Third Space Indy: https://thirdspaceindy.com/ The Open Door is a series where once a month we literally open the studio...

On this episode of The Open Door , creative and pop culture critic Chris Aragon drops by the studio to explore how film, TV, and music offer both an escape and a mirror to our reality, while diving into the year’s standout media and the growing indie film scene in Indianapolis. Connect with Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_chrisaragon Connect with Chris on Letterboxd: https://boxd.it...

On this episode of The Open Door , Emily Mellentine shares how building spaces like Writings From Her Corner and (the exclusively announced on this show!) The Haute Spot helps cultivate connection, vulnerability, and joy within Indianapolis’ queer and creative communities. Connect with Emily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/em.mellentine/ Check out Writings From Her Corner: https://www.writ...