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#117

Building Community Through Books with Tomorrow Bookstore

On this week's episode of Conversation Piece, we're on location at Tomorrow Bookstore with owners Jake Budler and Julia Breakey! Jake and Julia talk about their journey from South Africa to Indiana, the importance of global literature, and how their bookstore has become a hub for community and conversation. They delve into the challenges of immigration, the political nature of curation, and the impact of their events, including the Indy Indie Book Crawl, which brings together local bookstores and readers. We also highlight their commitment to creating a space where people can discover unexpected experiences, engage in meaningful dialogue, and find representation in literature.Connect with Tomorrow Bookstore: https://tomorrowbookstore.com/Follow the team on Instagram: https://instagram.com/tomorrowbookstoreVisit them in person: 882 Mass Ave.Author? Artist? Trying to do something cool at a bookstore? Hit up Jake: jake@tomorrowbookstore.comLearn more about the Indy Indie Book Crawl: https://bit.ly/indyindiebookcrawl2025Shout out to Frida's Flowers for sponsoring the show! Elevate your next event (or your living room) with some of Madeline's incredible work: fridasflowersindy.com/This week’s Give Em Their Flowers shout out: Megan Telligman of the Indiana Humanities!Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog

Existence is Resistance with Hang Doan (The Open Door Sessions)

On this episode of The Open Door, Hang Doan, a 19-year-old gender fluid film student at IUPUI, stops by the studio to discuss their experience practicing advocacy through casual existence, the pressure to be exceptional as a trans person, and the power of cities like Indianapolis to create change. Hang also shares what they feel is the biggest misconception about the trans community.Connect with Hang on Instagram (business): https://instagram.com/hanghoamaiConnect with Hang on Instagram (personal): https://instagram.com/thuhangdoanSubscribe to Hang's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hanghmaiThe 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/Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog

Normalizing Grief with Katresha Taylor (The Open Door Sessions)

On this episode of The Open Door, Katresha Taylor, a hospice worker with over 20 years of experience, stops by the studio to talk about normalizing grief, redefining it as "love in action," and exploring communal grieving processes. Katresha shares insights from both her professional experience and personal journey, highlighting that the biggest misconception about grief is thinking we need to fix others rather than simply sitting with them in their discomfort.Connect with Katresha on Instagram: https://instagram.com/a_heart_full_of_whimsyLearn more about Brighton Hospice: https://brightonhospice.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/Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog
#116

Jackson State, Journalism, and the Road to "Dirty Dirty" with King Dierre (with special guest 4200Kory)

On this week's episode of Conversation Piece, King Dierre stops by our new studio* to talk about his latest album, Dirty Dirty, an ode to his time at Jackson State University that bridges his experiences between Indianapolis and Jackson, Mississippi. Dierre breaks down the creative process for the album, from the intentionality of his choices in song structure to who he's collaborating with and why. He also shares about his recent journalism work and what it means to lean into uncertainty as graduation approaches. Oh yeah, 4200Kory is here!*this conversation was recorded in mid-December, hence our previous tagline and our as of yet dialing in of the space. Shout out to Pattern Indy for working with us.Tap in with King Dierre: https://solo.to/kxngdierreTap in with 4200Kory: https://linktr.ee/4200koryTap in with Slum Baby Family: https://linktr.ee/slumbabyfamilyShout out to Frida's Flowers for sponsoring the show! Elevate your next event (or your living room) with some of Madeline's incredible work: fridasflowersindy.com/This week’s Give Em Their Flowers shout out: King Dierre himself from the man, 4200Kory!Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog

Emergency Conversation: Breaking Down Legislative Barriers with Moms For Indiana

A wave of bills targeting people from all walks of life in Indiana are being heard right now during Indiana's 2025 legislative session. Some bills have already passed, others have fizzled out, and the onslaught of news and information coming out (or not) can feel impossible to keep up with. That's what groups like Moms for Indiana. On this Emergency Episode of Conversation Piece, co-founders Ellen FitzGerald and Chelsea McDonough stop by to discuss their work making complex state legislation accessible to busy parents and caregivers through social media education and advocacy. Ellen and Chelsea break down critical bills affecting Indiana schools and voting rights, including SB1 (property tax cuts impacting school funding), SB518 (charter school funding), and bills aiming to restrict primary voting and early voting periods (SB287 + HB1230). They also emphasize the importance of local engagement and making political information digestible for their audience, particularly focusing on public education, voting rights, and local elections.Follow and amplify Moms For Indiana on Instagram: https://instagram.com/momsforindianaFollow Ellen on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ellenbobellenFollow Chelsea on Instagram: https://instagram.com/twotwentyoneSubscribe to Ellen's Substack, Choreographed Chaos: https://ellenfitzgerald.substack.com/People + Resources mentioned in this episode:Corrine Straight: https://www.tiktok.com/@corinnestraightMAD Voters: https://www.madvoters.org/Emily in Your Phone: https://emilyinyourphone.substack.com/Howdy Politics: https://howdypolitics.substack.com/Motherhood for Good: https://www.motherhoodforgood.com/Awakening Through Parenthood: https://awakeningthroughparenthood.com/Americans for Democracy: https://adaction.org/Mrs. Frazzled: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrs.frazzled?lang=enIndiana House Dems: https://www.instagram.com/inhousedemocrats/Indiana Senate Dems: https://www.instagram.com/insendems/Senator Hunley: https://andreahunley.com/Shout out to Frida's Flowers for sponsoring the show! Elevate your next event (or your living room) with some of Madeline's incredible work: fridasflowersindy.com/This week’s Give Em Their Flowers shout out: Senators Shelli Yoder and Andrea Hunley, Emily Amick (@emilyinyourphone)Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog

Emergency Conversation: Immigration Policy Changes and Their Impact on Indy with Cole Varga

Recent executive orders from the Trump administration have effectively halted refugee resettlement and severely impacted humanitarian immigration programs, forcing organizations like Exodus Refugee in Indianapolis to adapt their operations and temporarily close their doors for safety of the people they serve. On this Emergency Episode of Conversation Piece, Cole Varga, Executive Director of Exodus Refugee Immigration, comes by the studio to discuss how these policy changes are affecting local immigrant communities. We also talk about the work Exodus has done for the past four decades to provide legal assistance, employment services, and other support while advocating against anti-immigrant legislation at both state and federal levels, the significant economic and cultural contributions immigrants make to Indianapolis and America as a whole, and how those with the privilege of citizenship can help.Learn more about Exodus Refugee Immigration: https://www.exodusrefugee.org/Connect with Exodus on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExodusRefugee/Contact your state legislators: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ioPv1bMjpMaFpaMnmyHsJWfDeNjbzvF2Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog
#113

Black Liberation and Elevated Education with Brother Jamaal Shabazz

On this week's episode, Brother Jamal Nelson, a neighborhood revolutionary and creator of the first-ever combined Black culture and Black history board game and trivia app, stops by the studio to share his journey from military service to community leadership.Brother Jamaal talks his transformative experiences with Black liberation literature and his commitment to creating educational opportunities for youth in Indianapolis. Through his various initiatives and collaborations, Brother Jamaal demonstrates how building genuine relationships and showing up for community can create lasting positive change.Learn more about Brother Jamaal: https://www.brotherjamaalnelson.com/Connect with Brother Jamaal on IG: https://www.instagram.com/maal317/Shout out to Kenny Mason, whose art is featured in this episode! Kenny is a 2-dimensional mixed media artist inspired by graffiti, portraiture, and vibrant color. Using both dry and wet mediums, he creates expressive portraits that reflect the street-style aesthetic of contemporary art today.  About the art"Kelly" (the smaller one) is a portrait of Jim Kelly. A 70s martial artist and actor. Famously known for his role as ‘William’ in the film Enter the Dragon. A Bruce Lee film. Jim Kelly was a professional fighter and influential actor in the blaxploitation film era. I just wanted to reintroduce him."sit n wait" (the cardboard piece) is a piece on patience. I wanted to flex my best stoic pose as well. This piece was made with many different mediums so making it requires patience. Connect + contact Kenny on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kennymason/Shout out to Frida's Flowers for sponsoring the show! Elevate your next event (or your living room) with some of Madeline's incredible work: https://fridasflowersindy.com/This week’s Give Em Their Flowers shout out: Ujamma Bookstore, Flanner House, Anthony Murdock ii (ep 80), Wildstyle (ep 114), Olivia West (ep 71), Cozy VisualsSupport the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog

The Academy of Chaos with Jean Lee (The Open Door Sessions)

On this episode of The Open Door, Jean Lee, founder of the Academy of Chaos and director of the Midwest Homeschool Expo, stops by the studio to talk about her journey into homeschooling during COVID and her work creating community-based educational resources. Jean discusses how she developed hands-on engineering, geography, and economics classes at the Westfield library, while also organizing a comprehensive homeschool community calendar for the Indianapolis metro area. She also talks about the success of the Midwest Homeschool Expo, which attracted nearly 600 attendees in its first year.Learn more about the Academy of Chaos + the Midwest Homeschool Expo: https://www.theacademyofchaos.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/Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog

Nate Redd Clothing with Ron Williams (The Open Door Sessions)

On this episode of The Open Door, Ron Williams stops by the studio to talk about his brand Nate Redd Clothing, to talk about his journey from drawing clothes he couldn't afford as a child to building his Indianapolis-based fashion brand over the past 11 years. Ron shares how his mother's influence shaped his brand - from teaching him to draw to inspiring the name "Nate" (from Nathaniel, her favorite part of his name) and the color red (her favorite color), as well as his Cardinal logo which stems from childhood memories of his mother using Cardinal sightings to distract him during long walks. We also discuss a pivotal moment that took him from "ready to quit" to a new storefront.Shop Nate Redd: https://www.indydesignweek.com/Follow Nate Redd on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanielreddclothing/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/Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog

Indy Design Week with Tori Witter (The Open Door Sessions)

On this episode of The Open Door, Tori Witter stops by the studio to talk about Indy Design Week, a volunteer-run nonprofit that celebrates and elevates design across all disciplines in Indianapolis. Tori discusses how the organization brings together different design communities through their annual week-long festival in April, featuring local speakers, partnerships with design organizations, and events hosted at various locations throughout the city. She also shares details about their upcoming 2025 festival themed around "Hues," which explores both color in design and metaphorical interpretations of diversity and inclusion in the design community.Learn more about Indy Design Week: https://www.indydesignweek.com/Follow Indy Design Week on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indydesignweek/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/Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog
#110

Hip-Hop, Politics, and Loving Indianapolis with Congressman André Carson

On this week's episode of Conversation Piece, Congressman André Carson joins us to talk about his journey from growing up in Indianapolis's Dodge City neighborhood to becoming a representative of Indiana's 7th Congressional District in Washington D.C. We talk about his early life as a hip-hop artist and activist, and how these experiences shaped his approach to politics and community service. The conversation explores themes of collaboration over competition in politics, the importance of building bridges between urban and rural communities, and strategies for sustainable political change in Indiana.Learn more about Congressman Carson: https://andrecarson.com/Call the Indy office: 317-226-9400Learn more about his federal work: http://carson.house.gov/Call the D.C. office: 317-283-6516Contact Shout out to Juan the Artist, whose art is featured in this episode! Juan is an Indianapolis-based artist who recently hosted his first solo show in December. You can find out more about his work and contact him about business inquiries at https://linktr.ee/juantheartistShout out to Frida's Flowers for sponsoring the show! Elevate your next event (or your living room) with some of Madeline's incredible work: fridasflowersindy.com/This week’s Give Em Their Flowers shout out: Julia Carson (his grandmother) Support the showLeave a review: https://bit.ly/48DgMfTCheck out the website: https://conversationpiecepod.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/conversationpiecepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversationpiecepodConnect with PatrickInstagram: https://instagram.com/patrickintheworldLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/patrickintheworld/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@patrickintheworldProduced and hosted by Patrick ArmstrongEngineered and mastered by Popular RaptureFilmed and edited by Mike Lee ProductionsMusic by: original_soundtrack
#109

Finding Hope & Building Community with Senator Andrea Hunley

On this week’s episode of Conversation Piece, Senator Andrea Hunley kicks off 2025 by sharing her path from elementary school principal to state legislator, rooted in a childhood where books became her sanctuary after personal tragedy. As one of only two Black women in the Indiana Senate, she discusses bridging divides through authentic connection and proximity to different communities. Her perspective as both educator and legislator illuminates the challenges and opportunities in creating systemic change in Indiana politics.Learn more about Senator Hunley: https://andreahunley.com/Follow Senator Hunley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AndreaHunley_IN/Sign up for The Open Door Sessions: https://bit.ly/opendoor2024Shout out to B.Steele aka ill.creations, whose art is featured in this episode! Brandon is a digital artist with a deep appreciation for music. His artwork revolves around music artists that he enjoys and inspire him in some way. The two pieces featured are his creative representation of two of his favorite albums: The Sun's Tirade by Isaiah Rashad (behind Patrick) and Madvillainy by MF DOOM & Madlib (behind Andrea). Both albums help him tap into his creative zone and maneuver through the hard times of life. Inquire about purchasing either piece (or both! or more!) directly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ill.creations/Shout out to Frida's Flowers for sponsoring the show! Elevate your next event (or your living room) with some of Madeline's incredible work: fridasflowersindy.com/This week’s Give Em Their Flowers shout out: Ryan HunleySupport the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: Mandog
#107

The Keys to Community with Kyndl

On this week's episode of Conversation Piece, multi-faceted artist and all-around awesome human being Kyndl joins the show to talk about her evolution from aspiring rapper to established hip hop artist (and beyond). Kyndl shares insights about her journey through faith, music, and community-building, including her time in Atlanta and return to the Indianapolis hip-hop scene. She also explores themes of authenticity, artistic growth, and the importance of showing up for your local creative community.This episode was recorded the day after the election, and I (Patrick) share a quick message at the top. Be safe, y'all. And you are not alone.Learn more about Kyndl and check out the Keys & Seeds Podcast: https://keysxseeds.com/Support Kyndl's music on Bandcamp: https://kyndlmusic.bandcamp.com/track/affirmationsFollow Kyndl on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rekyndl/Shout out to Mandog, whose art is featured in this episode! Nick Smith, better known as Mandog, is a producer, visual artist, and DJ in Indianapolis. His most recent project, Zoom Baby, is a collaboration between longtime creative partners Double A and Yop. Check out Mandog’s work at https://linktr.ee/MandoghandpawShout out to Frida's Flowers for sponsoring the show! Elevate your next event (or your living room) with some of Madeline's incredible work: fridasflowersindy.com/This week’s Give Em Their Flowers shout out: fëi ford, Drayco McCoy, Yop, the people pushing the culture forward in IndianapolisSupport the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: original_soundtrack
#106

Art, Community, and Creating Change with Art By Fitz

On this week's episode of Conversation Piece, Shane Young bka Art By Fitz comes through to talk about his journey from basketball player to renowned Indianapolis artist and how his lived experiences and emotions inform his community-centered artwork. Fitz shares insights about the evolution of Indianapolis' art scene and the importance of building genuine offline communities. He also emphasizes the need for artists to understand their purpose, create platforms for themselves, and lead positive change in their communities.Learn more about Fitz: https://www.artbyfitz.org/Connect with Fitz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artbyfitzShout out to Dai, whose art is featured in this episode! Dai (pronounced like 'Day') is a local abstract artist here in Indianapolis. Their pieces "All These Feelings" & "I Trusted You" are from their series "A Story Like Mine." Both pieces are for sale and available for purchase via their website: https://daigallerie.square.site Shout out to Frida's Flowers for sponsoring the show! Elevate your next event (or your living room) with some of Madeline's incredible work: fridasflowersindy.com/This week’s Give Em Their Flowers shout out: the City of Indianapolis, including but not limited to: Maxie, Amaya Mims, by Michaelangelo, and GangGangSupport the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: original_soundtrack
#103

Building Relationships & Maximizing Community Impact with Al Carroll

On this week's episode of Conversation Piece, Al Carroll, President and CEO of IndyHub, joins the show to talk about how relationship-building has been key to shaping his career and community impact. Al discusses what brought his from Florida to Indiana, what he learned working at TechPoint, and how it all led him to what he's doing now at IndyHub, spearheading an evolution from a "young professionals" organization to a more inclusive "young people" organization that still serves 20 and 30-somethings across Indianapolis. He also emphasizes the importance of civic engagement, authenticity in relationships, and creating meaningful connections beyond traditional professional networking.Learn more about and connect with Al: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alcarroll1Learn more about IndyHub: https://indyhub.org/Shout out to Frida's Flowers for sponsoring the show! Elevate your next event (or your living room) with some of Madeline's incredible work: fridasflowersindy.com/This week’s Give Em Their Flowers shout out: Ms. Shivel, Al's former SGA advisor from Astronaut High School in Titusville, FloridaSupport the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: original_soundtrack

Community in Conversation: Chicken & Beer Fest Indy

On the final installment of Community in Conversation for 2024, the team popped out to University Park downtown for the fourth Chicken & Beer Festival, hosted by Eat Here Indy! Chicken & Beer Fest has been a staple in the city for the past four years. It connects people to the tastiest local restaurants and chefs featuring delicious food, great music, and the highly anticipated “Hot Wing Challenge” competition. In this episode, you'll see and hear from a plethora of vendors and businesses who showed out this year! We also break it down with master of ceremonies Markiss Stone aka The Traveling Foodie Guyde and the founder of this whole thing, Bradley Houser. Tap in with us!Learn more about Chicken & Beer Fest Indy: https://www.chickenandbeerindy.com/Learn more about Eat Here Indy: https://eathere.co/Connect with Traveling Foodie Guyde: https://www.instagram.com/travelingfoodieguyde/?hl=enSupport the showSubscribe to the newsletter: https://patrickintheworld.substack.com/Leave a review: https://bit.ly/48DgMfTCheck out our website: https://conversationpiecepod.com/Connect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/conversationpiecepod/Connect with PatrickInstagram: https://instagram.com/patrickintheworldLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/patrickintheworld/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@patrickintheworldProduced, edited, and hosted by Patrick ArmstrongEngineered by John Overton / Popular RaptureFilmed by Mike Lee Productions Music by: original_soundtrack
#102

Finding Your Purpose Through Rest and Community with Lena Pringle

On this episode of Conversation Piece, Lena Pringle, former anchor of Daybreak on Wish TV, shares her journey from traditional journalism to becoming an art-trepreneur in Indianapolis. After taking a transformative break from her career, she discusses how prioritizing wellness, building community, and embracing creativity led to unexpected opportunities including walking in New York and Paris Fashion Week. Through her story, she emphasizes the importance of taking inspired action while giving yourself grace to rest and redefine success on your own terms.Learn more about Lena: https://thelenapringle.comFollow Lena on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lenapringle_Tap in with the CITYClothing/Fashion:MELI (and Monty, the owner)Ajani SportswearStreet Dream ApparelGangGangBe NimbleG4 UnlimitedWellness/Fitness:Paradigm by Ajani OmniFitnessMORE FIT BOXINGCity YogaRhythm and FlowBU WellnessStep UpFood/Dining Post-Workout Spots:22 JuicerSlapfish (for lobster rolls)Fuji (sushi)Jamaica Style JerkBoathouse (salads)Creative Services/Other:Sarah Price PhotographyPrime Connects (networking events)Murdock Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Popular RaptureMusic by: original_soundtrack

Community in Conversation: Epicurean Indy

On this installment of Community in Conversation, we take a look inside Epicurean Indy, a brand new international food and art festival specifically centering and highlighting the immigrant / international communities that exist here in Indianapolis. In this episode, we sit down with five folks from various industries with different stories to find out why Indianapolis is a PERFECT place for events like this.Inspired by international markets and open-air food festivals abroad, Epicurean Indy is a celebration of Indianapolis’ international food, beverages, art, and music.Featured in this episode:Chef Samir Mohammed (of 9th Street Bistro)Salma TamanChef Tyler Shortt (of Tinker Street)Ash BarrettYoussef BoudarineCommunity in Conversation is a bonus series of Conversation Piece that explores and highlights the people behind the scenes of events happening across Indianapolis.Learn more about Epicurean Indy: https://www.epicureanindy.com/Learn more about 9th Street Bistro: https://9thstbistro.com/Learn more about Salma Taman: https://www.salmataman.com/Learn more about Tinker Street: https://tinkerstreetrestaurant.com/Learn more about Pushin' Posies: https://www.pushinposies.com/Connect with J'Adore Pastry: https://www.instagram.com/jadorepastry/Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter: https://patrickintheworld.substack.com/Leave a review: https://bit.ly/48DgMfTCheck out our website: https://conversationpiecepod.com/Connect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/conversationpiecepod/Connect with PatrickInstagram: https://instagram.com/patrickintheworldLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/patrickintheworld/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@patrickintheworldProduced, edited, and hosted by Patrick ArmstrongEngineered by John Overton / Popular RaptureFilmed by Mike Lee Productions Music by: original_soundtrack

Community in Conversation: Visual Aural

On this special bonus episode of Conversation Piece, we head to the historic Naptown Thrift in South Broad Ripple for the next installment of Community in Conversation, celebrating six years of the shop and the release of Visual Aural, a mixtape and photo book combination showcasing some of the best hip hop artists in Indianapolis from local photographer and hip hop head Jake Moran.We got the chance to go talk to Jake, Aaron Marshall (Double A), and a few of the artists about the project, their perspectives on the hip hop community in the city, and what it means to be a part of a something like this in the Nap.Tap in!Listen to VISUAL AURAL wherever you get music!Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/visual-aural/pl.u-KVXBxr3CZ2WayoqSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DzdPcdykLZqXRrdLBTjj6?si=G8D_CjriTuqgcsuhcJLKqQ&pi=u-xYB_IkCwTCuTLearn more about NAPTOWN THRIFT: https://naptownthrift.com/Connect with our intervieweesJake Moran: https://instagram.com/jakewiththeshot/Aaron Marshall: https://instagram.com/doubleanaptown/T.G.I.FREE: https://instagram.com/iamtgifree/Joosi Got Bars: https://instagram.com/joosi_got_bars/DisTinct: https://instagram.com/distinct3rd/kyndl: https://instagram.com/rekyndl/Keyze AriZona: https://instagram.com/keyzearizona/Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our website.Connect with us on Instagram.Connect with PatrickInstagramLinkedInTikTokProduced and hosted by: Patrick ArmstrongFilmed and edited by: Mike Lee ProductionsEngineered and mixed by: Mike Lee ProductionsMusic by: original_soundtrack
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