Third Space Indy

Discovering Community Spaces in Indianapolis with Wildstyle Paschall In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick talks with Wildstyle Paschall, a music producer and community advocate from Indianapolis. Wildstyle discusses his role as a Roving Illustrator at The Learning Tree, an asset-based community development organization. They explore The Learning Tree's mission to highlight comm...

Building Connections in Indy: Bo Turner on FIND Indianapolis and Third Spaces In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick interviews Bo Turner, a serial entrepreneur known for her work with FIND Indianapolis. Bo discusses the objectives of FIND, which include hosting speed dating and singles events designed to foster connections and community in Indianapolis. The conversation covers t...

Flags for Good: Community Building through Symbolism with Michael Green In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick interviews Michael Green, founder of Flags For Good. They discuss the power of flags as symbols for unification, identity, and community building. Green shares the origins of his company, which started as a pandemic project, inspired by a need for positive, inclusive sym...

e Summary Exploring Literacy and Community: A Conversation with Ruba Marshood of Indy Reads In the 10th episode of the Third Space Indy podcast, host Michael Zarick interviews Ruba Marshood, the CEO of Indy Reads, an organization in Indianapolis dedicated to advancing literacy for all. Ruba shares insights into her background, her role at Indy Reads, and the increasing demand for their programs. T...

Building Community: An Interview with Urban Times’ Bill Brooks In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick interviews Bill Brooks, a seasoned journalist who manages the Urban Times, a downtown Indianapolis-focused newspaper. Brooks shares his extensive experience in journalism, detailing his roles at various newspapers and his move to downtown Indianapolis over three decades ago. He t...

Building a Community Around Public Transit with Will Hazen In this episode of 'Third Space Indy,' host Michael Zarick interviews Will Hazen, a third-generation transit operator who has dedicated his career to improving public transit in Indianapolis. Will shares his journey from working at a railroad museum in Michigan to becoming a coach operator for IndyGo, reflecting on how his family history h...

Emergent Urbanism and Community Building with Jeffrey Tompkins In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick speaks with Jeffrey Tompkins, an urban planner from Indianapolis. They discuss the concept of emergent urbanism, the historical development of cities, and the balance between policy-driven planning and organic growth. Jeffrey shares his professional journey, his vision for Indian...

Building Community through Lille Bønne: A Deep Dive with Abby Reckard In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick speaks with Abby Reckard, a key inspiration behind the podcast and a community builder in Fletcher Place, Indianapolis. Recorded at the Central Library, the episode delves into Abby's journey of transforming a historic building into Lille Bønne, a community living room. Th...

Building Community and Art in Indianapolis: A Conversation with Kate Grimm In this episode of the Third Space Indy podcast, host Michael Zarick interviews Kate Grimm, an arts administrator and Production Director for Tonic Ball, an event that brings local artists together to raise funds for hunger relief. Kate shares her journey from working in various arts organizations in Indianapolis to her inv...

Building Community: Jenna Hadley at COhatch Broad Ripple In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick sits down with Jenna Hadley, the community manager at COhatch Broad Ripple. Jenna shares her journey from her small-town roots in Pendleton, Indiana, to her career in Indianapolis, including her time at Butler University and her various living experiences. The conversation touches on t...

Creating Community Through Film: A Conversation with Khaled Khlifi In this episode, Khaled Khlifi, the creative and marketing director at Kan-Kan Cinema and Restaurant in Indianapolis, discusses his role in promoting the cinema's unique offerings and its impact on the local community. Khaled shares how Kan-Kan aims to be a neighborhood hub by showcasing films that aren't typically shown in Indiana...

Imagining Better Futures: A Conversation with Mark Latta Mark Latta, a community-focused educator and founder of City Rising, discusses the long-term impacts of historical decisions, the concept of futurity, and his efforts to encourage future-oriented thinking. He shares his journey from teaching at a juvenile correctional facility to community engagement at Marian University, emphasizing the imp...

Finding Beauty and Community in Indianapolis: A Conversation with Megan Jefferson In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael talks to Megan Jefferson, a local mural and oil painter deeply rooted in the Indianapolis art scene. Megan discusses her journey from Cincinnati to Indianapolis, the inspirations behind her murals, and her involvement in community art projects. She highlights her pass...

Discovering Community: Conversations on Combating Loneliness Michael Zarick, having recently moved to Indianapolis and facing a layoff in January, embarks on a journey to understand how people develop a sense of place amidst a loneliness epidemic driven by AI, post-COVID hesitancy, and the loss of third spaces. In his podcast, he shares conversations with community leaders, builders, and organizer...