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It was an honor to sit with Le'Deana Brown, Creator of Midwest Leak, for this episode. Le'Deana has made a profound impact on Indianapolis' local music scene through the creation of Midwest Leak Magazine and by continuously providing opportunities for artist visibility. She is soft-spoken but moves with intention and purpose, and in this interview, we find out more about who she is and what's impo...

We're back and kicking off 2025 with a conversation with Indianapolis-based artist RBM Rello. We chop it up about his thoughts on the local rap scene, what he feels makes him unique as a person and artist, and dive into some current pop culture topics. Stream his music on all platforms and stay tuned for new episodes of the podcast!

Monty Matuka is the Founder & Creative Director of MELI (More Equality Less Ignorance), a sophisticated, streetwear clothing brand that seeks to promote equality and cross-cultural awareness. On this episode, we hear about his journey and what he aspires to achieve for the community, the brand, and himself.

Sam Boro & Laura Lakes of TopView sit with us on this episode of the podcast and talk to us about what it takes to be successful, the importance of teamwork, and what they feel the creative community in Indianapolis needs to do to elevate itself.

Standup comedian Gwen Sunkel drops by the studio to share her story with us and talk about the upcoming Middle Ground Comedy Festival in Indianapolis. Grab your tickets now!

Sara Huntington is a standup comedian and viral content creator. We catch her right before her big move from Indianapolis to New York and talk about her rise in comedy and her current state of affairs. Follow her on Instagram @sarapoptarts!

We sat down for an interview with Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears for this episode. As Chief Trial Deputy in the Prosecutor's Office, Ryan has championed reform and set new expectations for the criminal justice system in Marion County. Listen to hear his thoughts about the problems facing our community and how he plans to address them.

Self-produced recording artist Foreign Angel sits with us to share his story. We talk about his latest album Music Cost Me Everything and about the ups and downs of pursuing a music career. Foreign's sound is truly original, and he shares his biggest influences in this episode as well as why pushing the boundaries of genre is important.

Tattoo artist and shop owner Eduardo "Dream" Cervantes joins the podcast for a one-of-a-kind episode. Stretch gets tattooed in the studio! Find out if his numbing cream worked. Dream discusses his roots in tattooing, why he became an entrepreneur, and how he hopes to grow his business in the future.

Parris LaDame blesses the podcast this week! We talk about her work ethic, how she turned a love for poetry into a music career, and she even drops a fire freestyle for us at the end. You can catch Parris performing live at this year's Chreece festival in Fountain Square.

Oreo Jones is an Indianapolis-based artist and founder of Chreece, an Indianapolis hip-hop festival held in Fountain Square. Oreo has embedded himself in the Indianapolis music scene and his local community. In this episode, we touch on when he first moved to Indianapolis, the love-and-hate relationship many local creatives have with the city, and of course, all details pertaining to the upcoming...

We're back this week with another live event! The FD$ Bourbon Tour was held at Tinker House Events in downtown Indianapolis, and all proceeds went to the Independence Academy. Our speakers were great, and so was the bourbon. We hope to see YOU at our next live event. Cheers!

This week we take you back to our second live podcast event. Relive an incredible summer night at the Skyline Club in downtown Indianapolis featuring four amazing women, a live charity auction, and a room full of LOVE. Enjoy this episode and be on the lookout for future events from the Follow D$ Team!

Sampson Levingston is a history buff and local tour guide with a passion for educating people about Indianapolis' past. Sampson brings his uplifting energy to the podcast and details his Walk & Talk tours, his focus on African American history in Indy, and how to connect and join a tour yourself.

Friend of the podcast Thad McKee blesses us with his presence this week. We talk about stand-up comedy, his love for Indianapolis, and we laugh hard! Be sure to catch a set of his in the city and also give the Harder Brunch podcast a listen.

@TravelingFoodieGuyde on Instagram stops by the podcast this week to talk about his viral growth over the last year, the work it took to get there, and his passion for food and travel that fuels it all. He also shares some of his favorite Indy restaurants!

Ashley Brooks & Bridget Davis join us on this episode to talk about their brainchild - Baby Got Brunch. Baby Got Brunch is a masterfully executed event with a host of local vendors offering samples of the best brunch food Indianapolis has to offer. It takes place at Victory Field. Oh, and there is an open bar. Make sure to get your tickets before they sell out! We'll see you there.

Andre Franklin aka DJ Godzillest is a multifaceted entrepreneur and DJ. His work in the event space aims to bring unapologetically black experiences to the city of Indianapolis that unite and uplift the community. In this episode, he breaks down his dynamic upbringing and the projects he is currently involved with.

Taylor Hall is an artist, activist, and public speaker from Indianapolis, Indiana. In this episode, we talk about her current endeavors in LA, her process as a songwriter, and her involvement in the community.

Talent manager and owner of Creative Culture, Curtis Collins, visits the podcast this week and fills us in on his latest ventures. We talk about his path to entrepreneurship, the importance of mindset, and what it means to make an impact. It's up!!

Alison Keefer, Owner of Gallery Pastry, kicks off Season 5 with us. We talk about her journey into the restaurant business, her thoughts on leadership, and her hopes for the future of Gallery Pastry.

Dexter Clardy is the lead vocalist of Huckleberry Funk. His background and passion for music run deep, and in this episode, we discuss his early influences, how Huckleberry Funk was formed, and how he sees his music journey evolving in the future.

Greg Stowers is an Indianapolis native with a passion for the political spectrum. He has worked with the likes of then-Senator Barack Obama, Mitch Daniels, and current Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett. In this episode, Greg emphasizes the importance of local elections and of constituents truly earning their votes from their respective communities. Midterm elections are around the corner, and this is...

Dr. Ankit Patel is a dentist and Co-Founder/Owner of 24/7 Dental. Patel's passion for dentistry and helping others inspired him to rethink the way dentists serve their communities. In this episode, Patel discusses how 24/7 Dental is changing the landscape of dentistry, the importance of different perspectives in business, and what he hopes to achieve for himself and others in the future.

William "Lil Billy" Gammon is an artist and entrepreneur with a storied past. Recently released from federal prison, Lil Billy breaks down his new perspective on life. We discuss how his time away impacted him, his budding music career, and the future he sees for himself.