Indianapolis isn’t amazing because of what it is—it’s amazing because of who lives here. | Michael Zarick | The Open Door 7

Indianapolis isn’t amazing because of what it is—it’s amazing because of who lives here. | Michael Zarick | The Open Door 7

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 door and invite folks from the community to sit down with us and talk about whatever is on their hearts. To learn more go to https://bit.ly/opendoor2024.

Shout out to Life in Indy for sponsoring this initiative! Life in Indy is your comprehensive guide to the Indianapolis region. This site gives you a full virtual tour experience, so you can explore our community and discover where in Indy is the best place for your new home. Learn more at https://www.lifeinindy.com/

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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong
Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions
Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture
Music by: Mandog
  • (00:00) - – Meet Michael Zarick & Third Space Indy
  • (02:30) - – Finding Serendipity in the City
  • (04:45) - – A Murals-Inspired Origin Story
  • (07:00) - – Falling in Love with Indy Through Art
  • (08:45) - – Podcasting as Networking & Community Work
  • (11:00) - – Shifting Perceptions of Indiana
  • (13:15) - – Vibes, Setbacks & Sustainable Community
  • (15:30) - – Radical Investment in the City
  • (17:30) - – How to Connect with Michael