Falling In Love With Indy With The Most Precious Jewel Conversation Piece podcast

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On this episode of Conversation Piece , Lindsay Labas, Vice President of Marketing Communications at the 500 Festival, stops by the studio to talk all things 500 Festival. First, Lindsay shares her journey from her early days in marketing with the Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation Department to how she ended up in her current role at the Festival, highlighting her passion for community building, storytelling, and running. She also gets into the 500 Festival's mission, its impact on the community, and her personal experiences with running and advocacy for inclusivity. Learn more about the 500 Festival: https://500festival.com/ Follow the 500 Festival on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/500festival/ Follow Lindsay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irun4mirra/ Connect with Lindsay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaylabas 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 VOLUNTEERS who support the 500 Festival Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Mastering the Work with Lateva Woolfork & Starla Kay Mathis (Create. Connect. Collab.) 1:00:59

9 days ago1:00:59

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On this week's episode of Conversation Piece, Starla Kay Mathis and Lateva Woolfolk, founders of Create. Connect. Collab. (CCC), an organization dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs, stop by the studio to discuss their journeys into entrepreneurship, the importance of community, and how CCC provides a safe space for women to overcome barriers, build confidence, and grow their businesses. They also share how deeply intertwined their personal and entrepreneurial stories are, the challenges they’ve faced, and the impact of their work in Indianapolis and beyond. Learn more about CCC: https://www.createconnectcollab.com/ Connect with CCC: https://www.instagram.com/createconnectcollab/ Check out Mathis Media: https://www.mathis-media.com/ Connect with Lateva: https://www.instagram.com/latevawoolfork/ 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 families and the CCC family! Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Emergency Episode: Advocating for IPS with Allissa Impink 1:01:59

10 days ago1:01:59

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Attacks on public education have seen an exponential increase as of this most recent presidential election. In Indiana, a flurry of bills aimed at stripping (and ultimately dissolving) resource from Indianapolis Public Schools are still being heard as we approach the end of the legislative session. People are fighting, though, and on this Emergency Episode of Conversation Piece, recently elected IPS Commissioner of District 4 Allissa Impink stops by to discuss the challenges facing Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), including the potential impact of SB518 , which could divert funding from IPS to charter schools, and the importance of community advocacy and intersectionality in public education. Allissa shares her journey from child welfare to education, her passion for serving the community, and the critical role of parents, teachers, and students in fighting for equitable and well-funded public schools. Attend an IPS school board meeting: https://myips.org/blog/district/march-2025-board-meetings/ Join the IPS Parent Council: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1srv0nQZRU6ozsaZHAvI7FV5M6Co0rmkNBevZTteIzxM/viewform?edit_requested=true Connect with IPS: https://www.instagram.com/ipsschools/ Connect with Allissa: https://www.instagram.com/allissamimpink/ | https://www.instagram.com/commissioner_impinkforips/ 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: Dr. Aleesia Johnson Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Daily Rituals of the Wild Heart with Sirius Blvck & Scott Matelic 54:30

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On this week's episode of Conversation Piece, Sirius Blvck and Scott Matelic drop by the studio to talk about their recent album, Daily Rituals of the Wild Heart (available now!). The duo delves into the creative process behind the project, exploring themes of rebirth, reflection, and the importance of daily rituals. We also discuss their personal journeys, the communal nature of the album, and how they hope listeners will feel rejuvenated and inspired by their work, as well as Naptown's vibrant and top tier hip hop scene. Get Daily Rituals of the Wild Heart : https://siriusblvck.bandcamp.com/album/daily-rituals-of-the-wild-heart Follow Sirius on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siriusblvck/ Follow Scott on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottmatelic/ 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: Scott, Sirius, DJ Top Speed Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Building Community Through Books with Tomorrow Bookstore 1:11:21

23 days ago1:11:21

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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/tomorrowbookstore Visit them in person: 882 Mass Ave. Author? Artist? Trying to do something cool at a bookstore? Hit up Jake: jake@tomorrowbookstore.com Learn more about the Indy Indie Book Crawl: https://bit.ly/indyindiebookcrawl2025 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: Megan Telligman of the Indiana Humanities! Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Existence is Resistance with Hang Doan (The Open Door Sessions) 19:46

28 days ago19:46

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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/hanghoamai Connect with Hang on Instagram (personal): https://instagram.com/thuhangdoan Subscribe to Hang's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hanghmai 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 show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Normalizing Grief with Katresha Taylor (The Open Door Sessions) 18:03

28 days ago18:03

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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_whimsy Learn 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 show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Find (Love in) Indianapolis with Bo Turner (The Open Door Sessions) 17:24

28 days ago17:24

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On this episode of The Open Door, Bo Turner stops by for a last-minute conversation about her latest entrepreneurial venture, Find Indianapolis. Bo shares why she started Find Indianapolis, how Indianapolis is a "big small town" with big city amenities AND small town community support, and explains how her love for experiences ties it all together. Follow Find Indianapolis on Instagram: https://instagram.com/findindianapolis Connect with Bo on Instagram: https://instagram.com/itsjustbo Learn more about Find Indianapolis: https://www.findindianapolis.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 show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Jackson State, Journalism, and the Road to "Dirty Dirty" with King Dierre (with special guest 4200Kory) 51:02

30 days ago51:02

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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/kxngdierre Tap in with 4200Kory: https://linktr.ee/4200kory Tap in with Slum Baby Family: https://linktr.ee/slumbabyfamily 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: King Dierre himself from the man, 4200Kory! Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Emergency Conversation: Breaking Down Legislative Barriers with Moms For Indiana 1:06:59

4 weeks ago1:06:59

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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/momsforindiana Follow Ellen on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ellenbobellen Follow Chelsea on Instagram: https://instagram.com/twotwentyone Subscribe to Ellen's Substack, Choreographed Chaos : https://ellenfitzgerald.substack.com/ People + Resources mentioned in this episode: Corrine Straight: https://www.tiktok.com/@corinnestraight MAD 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=en Indiana 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 show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Falling in Love With Indy with The Most Precious Jewel 51:35

5 weeks ago51:35

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On this episode of Conversation Piece, Precious Jewel, your Number One Source for Indy's Hood Happenings, drops by the studio to talk about her journey: from soap-making during quarantine to sculpting said soap to becoming a multidimensional artist and content creator who highlights the vibrant culture of Indianapolis. She shares how overcoming anxiety and fear-based perceptions of the city helped her discover a supportive community, fall in love with Indianapolis, and embrace her full identity as Precious Jewel. Connect with Precious Jewel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themostpreciousjewel/ Connect with Precious Jewel's art on IG, too: https://www.instagram.com/preciousjewelart/ 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: Jared Thompson, Tiara (her girlfriend!), her parents (Keisha and Randy!) Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Emergency Conversation: Immigration Policy Changes and Their Impact on Indy with Cole Varga 51:49

6 weeks ago51:49

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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/1ioPv1bMjpMaFpaMnmyHsJWfDeNjbzvF2 Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Documenting Crises and Communal Joy with Wildstyle Paschall 1:10:42

6 weeks ago1:10:42

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On this episode of Conversation Piece, multifaceted community advocate, graphic artist, hip-hop producer, and roller skater Wildstyle Paschall stops by the studio to talk about a whole bunch of stuff -- from the housing crisis in Indianapolis and the evolution of the local hip-hop scene to the importance of communal joy, particularly through roller skating. Wildstyle shares his insights on systemic issues related to the city's housing issues, the need for accountability in local government, and how creativity and community intersect in his work. Connect with Wildstyle on social media: Threads / Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildstyledaproducer/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mrwildstyle.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mr.Wildstyle/ Check out Wildstyle's housing crisis coverage in New America: http://newamerica.org/our-people/wildstyle-paschall/ 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/ Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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Black Liberation and Elevated Education with Brother Jamaal Shabazz 1:05:20

7 weeks ago1:05:20

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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 Visuals Support the show Subscribe to the newsletter . Leave a review . Check out our website . Connect with us on Instagram . Connect with Patrick Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture Music by: Mandog…

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The Academy of Chaos with Jean Lee (The Open Door Sessions) 15:53

8 weeks ago15:53