Best WFYI Podcasts (2025)

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Indiana Charter School Board Director Forced to Resign, Construction May Resume on Assisted Living Facility After Ruling, Proposed Tax Reform in Indiana, Federal Policy and Local Immigrants 9:03

1h ago9:03

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The Indiana Charter School Board Director was forced to resign back in January. Construction may resume on an assisted living facility for Alzheimer’s patients after Indiana Supreme Court ruling. Indiana House Ways and Means Chair introduces his version of property tax reform. Changing federal immigration policy is shining a light on local immigran…

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Indiana Statewide Immigrant Numbers, IU Under Review by U.S. Department of Education, Sunday Protest in Support of Two Honduras Men, The State of Women in Central Indiana Report 5:33

1d ago5:33

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Statewide numbers of immigrant communities in Indiana. Indiana University is under review by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights. Protesters gathered Sunday in support of two Honduras men arrested by federal officers. A report asks the question, can women in central Indiana thrive? Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on…

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Indy Immigrant Community, New Housing Proposal in Fishers, Old City Hall Renovation More Expensive, Lawmakers Consider Boost in Pay for Prosecutors, Pregnancy Care Center Resolution 7:36

1d ago7:36

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Immigrants from four countries fled to live in Indianapolis. The City of Fishers is considering a new housing proposal. A project to transform the old City Hall is now much more expensive than first estimated. Indiana lawmakers consider a boost in state funding for deputy prosecutors and public defenders. Health experts say pregnancy care centers p…

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Sirius Blvck and Scott Matelic on Daily Rituals of the Wild Heart 19:24

3d ago19:24

19:24

Hear an interview with rapper Sirius Blvck and hip-hop producer Scott Matelic. The duo issued their debut collaborative album, Daily Rituals of the Wild Heart. Sirius Blvck is among the most prolific voices in the Indianapolis music scene. Known for his poetic and introspective lyrics, Blvck’s music has attracted a devoted following among hip-hop f…

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Tank and the Bangas vocalist discusses her Indianapolis roots 17:53

3d ago17:53

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Listen to an interview with Tarriona “Tank” Ball of Tank and The Bangas. They’ll be performing in Indiana this March. Tank is a native of New Orleans, but she spent time living in Indianapolis during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and graduated from Pike High School in 2006. Last month Tank and The Bangas won their first Grammy when their 2024 …

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Young Adult Immigrant Community in Indy, New Funding Formula for Indy Road, Job Loss Affects More than Finances for Hoosiers, Indianapolis Public Library Offers Free Blood Pressure Checks 5:50

1d ago5:50

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Changes to immigration policy brings the role of immigrants in Indianapolis into sharper focus. Indiana lawmakers consider a new funding formula for Indianapolis roadways. A new survey shows job loss affects more than just finances for Hoosiers. A new initiative at the Indianapolis Public Library lets visitors check their blood pressure for free. W…

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Help for Aging LGBTQ Hoosiers, Unanswered Questions Around IPS Board Election, Indiana Statehouse Update, Thrift Store to Support Survivors of Domestic Violence, IHA Interview 9:30

2d ago9:30

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A local effort aims to help aging LGBTQ Hoosiers by forming a list of reliable service providers in central Indiana. Questions about a political operative's role in an IPS Board candidate's filing are still unanswered. Brandon Smith reports on what happened last week at the Statehouse. Survivors of domestic violence and abuse have another resource …

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The Rule of Jenny Pen 1:01:42

5d ago1:01:42

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Matthew Socey reviews the thriller The Rule of Jenny Pen and chats with The Film Yap's Christopher Lloyd about the Academy Awards and Gene Hackman.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Housing 28:46

5d ago28:46

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Can Hoosiers still realize the American dream of home ownership? Republican Representative Doug Miller of Elkhart, Democratic Representative Earl Harris Jr. of East Chicago, and Amy Nelson, Executive Director of the Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana discuss property taxes, building standards, investment properties, affordability, and more.…

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LEAP District Spending Approaches $1 Billion 26:46

5d ago26:46

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Spending on the controversial LEAP district nears $1 billion, with only Eli Lilly so far committed to the site. The Senate approves a study committee to look at relocating Indiana’s lowest performing casino from the southeast corner to one of three more profitable regions. A proposal to introduce consumer protections against medical debt collection…

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AI in Health Care, Four Hour Statehouse Debate on Charter School Funding, New Education Goals, Potential Federal Property Closures, Long-Awaited Improvements for Indy Parks 11:31

5d ago11:31

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The next installment of our segment called The Checkup looks into the future of AI in health care. Students, parents and educators waited hours to tell lawmakers whether they want traditional school districts to share money with charter schools. The Indianapolis-based Lumina Foundation is setting a new goal to increase the number of people with edu…

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Fair Housing Center Abruptly Loses Federal Grant, Braun Orders Ban on Transgender Athletes, Education Update from 2025 Legislative Session, Drug Overdose Deaths Drop in Midwest 5:22

6d ago5:22

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The Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana will lose nearly $50,000 in government funding after the Trump Administration decided to abruptly end one of their grants. Governor Mike Braun signed an executive order to ban transgender women and girls from playing sports. Lawmakers could advance bills on halting DEI programs, support for students who st…

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Leadership Gap for Animal Care Services, College Student Fights Anti-DEI Legislation, Gov. Braun Expands Parental Leave for State Employees, Statehouse Bills Would Restrict Abortion Access 5:31

7d ago5:31

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Leadership at Indianapolis Animal Care Services is unknown after the City-County Council stopped a proposal to appoint Kelly Diamond to head the troubled agency. As anti-DEI legislation makes its way through the statehouse, one Indiana college student created a petition to fight back. Governor Mike Braun signed an executive order Monday to expand p…

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A conversation with R&B vocalist and actor Akili Ni Mali 40:10

10d ago40:10

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Listen to an interview with the vocalist and actor Akili Ni Mali, one of four featured artists at Art & Soul, the Indy Arts Council’s annual celebration of Black artists in Central Indiana. Akili has been attracting attention for her unique music, a soulful blend of R&B, pop, jazz and classic hip-hop. She’s also earned praise for her work onstage; …

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Trump Admin's Impact on Immigrant Communities, Climate Nonprofits Worry During Federal Freeze, Gov. Braun's Roundtable on Tax Agenda, Indiana Joins Effort to Fight Counterfeit Drugs 6:30

8d ago6:30

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Changes to immigration policy under the Trump administration are bringing the role of immigrants in communities like Indianapolis into sharper focus. The Trump administration’s federal funding freeze is creating uncertainty for some climate-friendly grants. Governor Mike Braun held an invitation-only roundtable to discuss his property tax relief ag…

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Former Charter School Leader Pleads Guilty, Bill Would Increase Minimum Teacher Salary, Indiana Lawmakers Consider Bills to Transform K-12 Education 7:32

9d ago7:32

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The former leader of the Tindley Charter School network pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud charges. Indiana lawmakers are considering a bill that would raise the minimum teacher salary by $5,000 — to a base of $45,000. Indiana lawmakers are considering bills that could change K through 12 education in the state — from how schools are funded, to w…

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The Midpoint of the Legislative Session | 26:45

13d ago26:45

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The midpoint of the 2025 legislative session. The Indiana Senate approves a bill to ban DEI initiatives in state government and local schools. The House advances a ban on transgender women in college sports. The Senate approves a bill that would require school board candidates to declare a political party affiliation. IPBS Digital Editor Lauren Cha…

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Indiana Lawmakers Episode 4408 - Halftime Report 28:46

12d ago28:46

28:46

On Indiana Lawmakers’ 2025 “Halftime Report”, Jon Schwantes will take advantage of the legislative break to discuss the session so far with Dr. Laura Merrifield Wilson, a political science professor from the University of Indianapolis, and frequent commentator Ed Feigenbaum of the Indiana Legislative Insight Newsletter, part of Hannah News Service.…

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Funding Concerns for Indiana Historical Society, Improvements at Tarkington Park, Eli Lilly Plans to Invest $27 Billion in Manufacturing, Effort to Improve North East Side Interchange 6:05

12d ago6:05

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Several provisions in the state’s latest budget proposal could leave the Indiana Historical Society without a building. A $3 million project is underway to improve Tarkington Park, just west of the State Fairgrounds. Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly announced Wednesday that it plans to invest roughly $27 billion in United States manufacturing. ClearP…

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Gene Hackman 1:14:26

12d ago1:14:26

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Matthew Socey pays tribute to Gene Hackman, how he would vote if he had an Oscar ballot plus a replay of his epic chat with Tommy Wiseau. Your pledge dollars at work.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Federal Freeze on Grants for Health Centers, Trump Admin Orders Schools to Eliminate Policies Considering Race, Uncertainty for Refugees and the Welcome Corps Program 8:14

13d ago8:14

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The Trump administration froze federal grants that support a wide variety of institutions — including community health centers. Indiana’s K-12 schools and universities have until the end of February to eliminate policies that consider race in admissions, scholarships, and other aspects of student life— or risk losing federal funding. Thousands of r…

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Certification Program for High-Demand Jobs, Bill to Allow Utilities to Bypass Zoning Laws, Outcome of Indiana Election Reforms, Indy Church Joins Lawsuit Against Trump Admin 6:23

14d ago6:23

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Senate lawmakers advanced a bill aimed at helping unemployed Hoosiers experiencing trouble getting back into the workforce. Utilities that want to build a new power plant could bypass local zoning and land use laws under a state Senate bill that passed last week. Several major Indiana election reforms advanced by the Senate Elections Committee this…

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Sweet Poison Victim blends West African music with rock & roll 31:53

14d ago31:53

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Listen to an interview with members of Sweet Poison Victim, an Indianapolis band known for their unique blend of West African music and rock and roll. The band also explores Latin American and Caribbean sounds, a reflection of the diverse backgrounds of the group’s members. The band’s leader, Kwesi Brown, was born and raised in Ghana. Brown’s backg…

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Effort to Save Dolly Parton Imagination Library Program, Street Camping Bill Dies at Statehouse, Stripped Down Bill to Change Prior Authorization, Braun Threatens to Veto Property Tax Reform 5:27

15d ago5:27

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Governor Mike Braun is tasking his wife, First Lady Maureen Braun, with keeping Indiana’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library program alive. A bill that would have made street camping illegal died in the Indiana House. The Indiana Senate approved a stripped down version of a prior authorization reform bill Thursday. Governor Mike Braun says he’ll veto…

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NFL Scouting Combine, Potential Changes for Charter School Funding, Indianapolis Housing Agency Public Events, Judge Blocks Abortion Records, Questions for Indy Animal Care Services 6:40

16d ago6:40

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The NFL Scouting Combine returns to Indianapolis this week for the 38th consecutive year. Indiana Republican lawmakers last week moved closer to rewriting how charter schools are funded. The Indianapolis Housing Agency has been mired in mismanagement-related controversy for years, resulting in a federal takeover in 2024. A Marion County judge block…

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A Chat With "The Hammer" 55:32

19d ago55:32

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Matthew Socey reviews a new Blaxploitation box set and replays his chat with Fred "The Hammer" Williamson.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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House GOP Advance Their Budget Proposal 26:45

20d ago26:45

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The House GOP advances their budget proposal with new money for DCS and the Department of Corrections but no new tax cuts. A controversial immigration bill passes the House. Under the bill, the attorney general would have the power to go after businesses that employ undocumented immigrants. Governor Braun threatens to veto major property tax reform…

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Indiana Lawmakers Episode 4407 - Healthcare 28:46

19d ago28:46

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Discussing the General Assembly’s effort to rein in Hoosier healthcare costs are Republican Tyler Johnson, a physician and member of the Senate’s Health & Provider Services Committee, Democratic Senator La Keisha Jackson, a member of that same committee, and Stephen Freeland, a Director of the Indiana Physicians Health Alliance and CEO of Cancer Ca…

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New $110 Million Sports Facility at IU Indy, Bill Targets Pharmacy Benefits Managers, Bill Would Enhance Indiana’s Role in Enforcing Federal Immigration Law, Group Revives Discarded Kidneys 8:44

19d ago8:44

8:44

Indiana University Indianapolis broke ground on the construction of a new multi-purpose venue this week. The Senate approved a bill some lawmakers call the most aggressive pharmacy benefits managers legislation they have seen. House Republicans approved a bill Thursday to enhance Indiana’s role in enforcing federal immigration law. A new Indiana-ba…

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Cancellation of LGBTQ+ Health Care Conference, Bill to Ban Transgender Women from Collegiate Sports, Defining Natural Gas and Propane as Clean Energy, Lawmakers Address Medicaid Costs 6:08

20d ago6:08

6:08

An Indiana University Medical School administrator is confirming the reason for canceling the annual LGBTQ+ Health Care Conference. Indiana House lawmakers passed a measure on Tuesday to ban transgender women from competing in collegiate sports. The state Senate passed a bill on Monday that would define natural gas and propane as clean energy sourc…

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Don Was on Blue Note, MC5 and the Detroit sound 38:35

21d ago38:35

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Listen to an interview with the legendary producer and bassist Don Was. He’ll be performing in Central Indiana, with the Pan Detroit Ensemble on February 28 at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts. Born in Detroit, Michigan in 1952, Don Was rose to prominence in the 1980s, with the band Was (Not Was), the group’s music featured a sur…

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Purdue's Goal to Raise $4 Billion, Major Property Tax Reform Legislation, Indianapolis Housing Agency Resumes Section 8 Sessions, Bill Would Jail People Sleeping on State Property 5:18

21d ago5:18

5:18

Purdue University has announced a new fundraising campaign with a goal to raise four billion dollars in the next five years. Major property tax reform legislation that proponents call a "work in progress" advanced to the House on Monday. The Indianapolis Housing Agency has resumed in-person, walk-in sessions for Section 8 voucher holders and landlo…

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Flu Cases Stress Emergency Rooms, IU Indy Gets Research 1 Status, Carmel Girls Swim Title Win, Indiana Joins States Asking for Landmark Law to be Declared Unconstitutional 5:26

24d ago5:26

5:26

The increase in flu cases is stressing emergency rooms, according to the Marion County Health Department. Indiana University Indianapolis recently received Research 1 status from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The streak continues for the Carmel girls swim team. Indiana is one of several conservative states asking …

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Legislation to Dissolve Indianapolis Public Schools Dies at Statehouse, Senate Republicans Revise Bill Impacting School Budgets, College Goal Sunday, Gov. Braun Says State is Monitoring Bird Flu 4:51

23d ago4:51

4:51

Legislation that aimed to dissolve Indianapolis Public Schools won’t move forward in the Indiana legislature. Indiana schools may not get the massive funding cuts once proposed in a plan to lower property taxes. Students who haven’t yet filed for federal financial aid to help pay for college can still get help. Bird flu has infected over ten farms …

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The Property Tax Reform Bill Overhauled 26:45

26d ago26:45

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The property tax reform bill sees a major overhaul in a Senate committee, focusing savings on older Hoosiers and disabled veterans. A committee approves major changes to the Healthy Indiana Plan, reintroducing work requirements and an enrollment cap. Medicaid legislation expands contraceptive access but limits the scope of birth control methods off…

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Pride and Prejudice 1:50:19

26d ago1:50:19

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Matthew Socey chats with director Samantha Kelly about her Carmel Community Players production of Pride and Prejudice coming to The Cat in Carmel. They also discuss cinematic Jane Austen and cinema nightmare fuel. (Full Disclosure: Matthew is playing Mr. Bennet in this production)By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Indiana Lawmakers Episode 4406 - Education 28:46

28d ago28:46

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Our panel navigates the changing landscape of education and state funding, from traditional public schools, charter schools (public schools that operate independently) and private schools that provide instruction to students bearing taxpayer-funded vouchers.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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GANGGANG's Impact on Creative Economy, Haitian Community Reacts to Deportation Efforts, Lana Keesling Picked as Republican Party Chair, Bill to Address Seclusion Rooms Fizzles Out 4:56

26d ago4:56

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The Indianapolis group GANGGANG says it's generated over $13 million in revenue, and invested nearly $8 million into the local economy. How one Haitian community leader sees deportation efforts from the Trump administration affecting those in Indiana. The Indiana Republican Party has a new chair — Lana Keesling was unanimously elected to the positi…

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Marion County Judge Hears OBGYN Case Arguments, Ivy Tech Closes Diversity Office, ACLU Sues Indiana State University Over Pride Festival Controversy, Bill Could Boost Access to Birth Control 6:50

27d ago6:50

6:50

A judge will soon decide if the Indiana Department of Health can release terminated pregnancy reports following a hearing on Tuesday. Ivy Tech will close its Diversity, Equity and Belonging Office on March 12, dissolving 31 positions across the state. The ACLU of Indiana is suing Indiana State University. Reporter Aubrey Wright has more on the cont…

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What it Takes to Demolish Vacant Properties, Bill Would Make Sleeping on Street Illegal, Plan to Reduce Research Funding, Sharing Tax Funds with Charter Schools Could Become Requirement 5:55

28d ago5:55

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Vacant properties that plague neighborhoods continue to be an issue in Indianapolis. A new house bill in Indiana would make it illegal for people who are homeless to sleep outside. A federal judge has temporarily frozen plans by the National Institutes of Health to reduce research funding that universities and medical centers rely on. Indianapolis …

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The Moody Blues’ John Lodge / disability activist musician Lachi 48:01

1M ago48:01

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Listen to an interview with John Lodge, bassist, songwriter, and vocalist for The Moody Blues. He’ll be performing in Indiana on February 28. The Moody Blues rose to prominence in the late 1960s, with a series of psychedelic hit singles, like “Tuesday Afternoon”and “Nights in White Satin”. Lodge wrote some of the band’s biggest hits, including “Rid…

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Indy Coffee Shop to Offer Long-Term Support and Community, Bill Aims to Address Road Funding Needs, Political Influence in School Board Races 4:35

29d ago4:35

4:35

The Damien Center in Indianapolis has for decades focused on immediate crisis response for people with HIV/AIDS – its new coffee shop is about long-term support. A House committee unanimously advanced a bill Monday that aims to address Indiana’s road funding needs — but not before eliminating multiple provisions that would have generated new revenu…

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Hundreds of Middle School Students Left IPS in 2024, Weekly Update from the Indiana Legislative Session, Health Experts Worry about Gambling Disorders 8:17

30d ago8:17

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Hundreds of middle school students have left Indianapolis Public School district in the last year. A property tax reform debate kicks into high gear, Senate lawmakers advance a bill to cut in half the number of early, in-person voting days, and a Senate committee debates an education measure to promote “fostering a national identity." There's a gro…

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Governor Braun 28:46

1M ago28:46

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A week after his first State of the State address, Indiana’s 52nd Governor, Republican Mike Braun, has a one-on-one conversation with Jon Schwantes on Indiana Lawmakers. They discuss the governor’s resume, his views on President Trump, and recent executive orders. Mr. Braun explains his stance on issues including immigration, January 6th, and DEI.…

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