Leaders and Legends

Pamela Whitten is the 19th president of Indiana University and the first female to serve in this prestigious position. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, President Whitten discusses her career and her vision for all of IU’s campuses. We are joined in the discussion by our friend and CEO of Girl Scouts of Central Indiana Danielle Shockey.    Sponsors    Veteran Strate...

As we celebrate our Fourth of July holiday, the “Leaders and Legends” podcast present a discussion with the author of a terrific book on General George S. Patton. Historian Stephen Moore’s book “Patton’s Payback” details the American Army’s victories in North Africa and their impact on the future conquest of Europe. Happy Independence Day!    Sponsors    Veteran Strategies &nbs...

Niki Kelly is one of the most respected journalists in our state. She was recently announced as the editor-in-chief of “The Capital Chronicle”—the Indiana bureau of the States Newsroom. Our friend Jim Shella joins us on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast as we discuss Niki’s career, some of the biggest stories she’s covered, and why she thinks The Capital Chronicle can make its mark on the Hoosier...

Rafael Sanchez is one of our state’s best-known television journalists. He is also this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We discuss his career, some of the biggest stories he’s covered, and why a kid from the Bronx loves to call Indiana his home.      Sponsors    Veteran Strategies   Girl Scouts of Central Indiana   MacAllister Machinery  ...

"Reaction videos” are all over YouTube and for good reason—they are wonderful, insightful, and a needed reminder that music unites us all. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we interview Asia and BJ who have their own channel with more than 190,000 subscribers. We talk about how they came to create their channel, the music they’ve enjoyed discovering most, and how people have reacted to...

As the saying goes, “well-behaved women rarely make history” and the subject of this week’s podcast, Elizabeth Chudleigh certainly fits the description. Catherine Ostler, author of “The Duchess Countess”, is this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We discuss how Elizabeth “scandalized Eighteen Century London” and what parallels, if any, exist between Elizabeth’s life and that of Pr...

One of my favorite interviews since starting the “Leaders and Legends” podcast featured Richard Hall; a kidnap victim of Tony Kiritsis in 1977, Hall detailed not only that harrowing experience, but also his life after being thrust into the media spotlight. Richard Hall died on May 20, 2022, & we are re-posting our conversation with him in tribute to his courage and perseverance.    S...

Abdul-Hakim Shabazz is a host unto himself. Journalist, commentator, master of ceremonies, and a one-man media empire, Abdul joins us on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast to discuss his love of politics, his career, and what may be next on his to-do list. Our friend Chris Spangle joins the interview as co-host.     Sponsors   •        Veteran Strat...

Why did Great Britain lose the American Revolutionary War? Was it poor leadership or just a lack thereof? Andrew Jackson O’Shaughnessy is this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast, and we discuss his incisive and delightful book “The Men Who Lost America.” It is a must-read if you enjoy this period of American history.     Sponsors   •     &nbsp...

Former Marion County Sheriff Frank Anderson passed away last week. Elected to the office twice, his eight years as sheriff served as the culmination of an honorable and decades-long career in law enforcement at multiple levels. In 2021, Sheriff Anderson was a guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast, and we are re-posting our interview with him in memory of his amazing career. We are joined by o...

Brian Bosma served as speaker of the Indiana House of Representatives for more years than anyone in our state’s history. He is also this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We talk with Brian about his career in politics, how his family always honored public service, and why effective leadership matters so much. Our friend Jim Shella joins us for the interview. Thank you for listeni...

Milt Thompson is simply in a class by himself—entrepreneur, civic leader, philanthropist, the list goes on. Milt is this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We talk about his love of baseball, how Indianapolis has changed during his lifetime, and how the Civil Rights movement shaped his life and career. Sponsors: Veteran Strategies Girl Scouts of Central Indiana MacAllister Mac...

The amazing career of David Benner, who is retiring after 28 years as director of media relations for the Indiana Pacers, is getting some well-deserved attention and accolades. He set the standard not only in our market for the past several decades, but also throughout the world of professional sports. We talked with David for the “Leaders and Legends” podcast a few months ago and wanted to c...

Derek Schultz’s sports commentary is “must-hear” radio in the Hoosier State. Derek is this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. Please listen as we discuss as many sports topics as we can in about sixty minutes. Just like on his show, Derek isn’t shy about sharing his informed and intelligent opinions. Sponsors •  Veteran Strategies •  Girl Scouts of Central Indiana • ...

Professor John Ferling is one of the world’s leading authorities on the American Revolution and has appeared on the History Channel, PBS, C-SPAN, and many more outlets. He is this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast, and we discuss his book “Winning Independence” detailing the end of our country’s seminal conflict. Sponsors •  Veteran Strategies •  Girl Scouts of Central In...

Roger Harvey is one of the best public relations professionals I’ve ever met—but he also had an award-winning career as a television journalist before joining Bose Public Affairs. Roger is this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We discuss his career, some of the stories he covered, and how to message some of the toughest issues in our state and beyond. Sponsors •   ...

Patty Martin is one of our state’s most accomplished and respected leaders. She is also this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. Patty talks about being CEO of BioCrossroads, her time as an executive at Eli Lilly, the importance of investing in tech (and its people), and why she decided to get her bartender’s license. Our friend Danielle Shockey, CEO Girl Scouts of Central Indiana,...

Katja Hoyer’s new book, “Blood and Iron: The Rise and Fall of the German Empire”, was published in 2021 to incredibly positive reviews. Her book is just terrific. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, Katja details why and how the creation of the German Empire completely changed world history. Given what’s happening in the Ukraine a discussion of European history is timely. Sponsors •&nbsp...

In the first of a two-part podcast interview, former Indiana Senator and Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats dissects the latest news from the war in Ukraine, the world’s response to the Russian invasion, and how the bravery of the Ukrainian people may affect China’s designs on Taiwan. We also discuss how Dan got his start in politics and who are some of the Hoosier public officials he adm...

Gregg Doyel is the sports columnist for The Indianapolis Star and this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. Just like with his writing, Gregg pulls no punches when it comes to his opinions and answering our questions. Our interview was as fun and forthcoming as you would expect. We discuss why he thinks Mackey Arena is better than Assembly Hall, his thoughts on the Pacers, Colts, and...

How did the American Revolution affect the financial prospect of men like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson?  In his latest book “The Founders Fortunes: How Money Shaped the Birth of America” award-winning historian Willard Sterne Randall details how a loss by the colonists in this war would have led to ruin for rich and poor alike. Randall also discusses the impact of slavery not only on the...

John Thompson is one of our state’s leading entrepreneurs and respected civic leaders. He is also this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We talk with John about his love for the Colts (going back to when he was growing up in Baltimore), why he is so dedicated to civic involvement, and which Hoosier leader or legend he admires most. We are very grateful to John for his time and hop...

If you love Led Zeppelin, then I hope you will also love this week’s podcast with author Brad Tolinski—he comes on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast to discuss his book “Light and Shade: Conversations with Jimmy Page.” We discuss Page’s musical foundations and how Led Zeppelin ruled the 1970s while cementing a permanent place in music history.  Sponsors •      &n...

In 2019 proud Miller Chris Jensen was elected mayor of Noblesville. His resume also includes working for Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman and serving as the executive director of the 2016 Indiana Bicentennial Commission.  Mayor Jensen joins the “Leaders and Legends” podcast this week to discuss his career, his love of Butler University, and what (and who) inspired him to run for elective office. &nbsp...

Ann Murtlow’s leadership has made a significant difference for so many people around our state and beyond. In her first in-depth interview since announcing her retirement as President and CEO at United Way of Central Indiana, Ann discusses her career, how Hoosiers have impacted her, and what’s next in her life in a conversation with fellow CEO Danielle Shockey (Girl Scouts of Central Indiana)—and...