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Conversation Piece Podcast

Patrick Armstrong

Your place to discover the untold stories of Indianapolis through the perspectives of all its incredible people.

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In Conversation With Ruba Marshood | 143

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2026/01/26

Episode 143: In Conversation with Ruba Marshood Recorded live at Indy Reads in Fountain Square (October 2025)In this live episode of Conversation Piece, host Patrick Armstrong sits down with Ruba Marshood, CEO of Indy Reads, for a wide-ranging conversation about literacy, identity, community, and what it truly means to be seen.Ruba shares her personal journey as a first-generation Palestinian American, her path from global community development work to local impact in Indianapolis, and how

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45:41

In Conversation With Chef Tyler Shortt | September 2025

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2025/12/22

On this episode of In Conversation With, Chef Tyler Shortt, Executive Chef of Tinker Street, takes the mic and explores how food becomes a vehicle for memory, culture, and community. From family chicken fries and New York kitchens to sourcing locally and leading collaboratively, Chef Tyler reflects on putting “himself on the plate” and building something intentional—both inside the kitchen and beyond it.Learn more about Tinker Street Restaurant: https://tinkerstreetrestaurant.com/🍽️

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47:37

Keep showing up. That's how we win 🗳️ | Sen. Andrea...

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2025/12/01

🕯️ This Week’s Conversation: Mid-Cycle Map Rigging with Sen. Andrea HunleyIn this urgent conversation, Indiana State Senator Andrea Hunley breaks down the push to redraw Indiana’s congressional maps mid-cycle. We unpack what triggered this attempt, why it has more to do with DC politics than Hoosier interests, how gerrymandering works in practice, and what constituents can do right now to protect fair representation.A clear, accessible, and empowering explainer for anyone trying to

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12:04

The best part is seeing people create community with...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/11/20

On this episode of The Open Door, Amber Gyselinck-Snyder, founder of Lapis Lily Market and Trinket Club Indy, stops by the studio to talk about trinkets, creativity, community building, and the joy of tiny cute things. Amber shares her journey from vintage seller and wholesaler to opening her first storefront and cultivating a growing community of makers, collectors, and curious creatives.Learn more about Lapis Lily Market: https://lapislilymarket.com/Connect with Trinket Club Indy:

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58:13

In Conversation With Jane Sun Kim | 003

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2025/11/18

Recorded August 2025 -- For the third installment of In Conversation With, Patrick sits down with Chreece Festival Director and multidisciplinary creative Jane Sun Kim for a vulnerable, energizing conversation about community, creativity, curation, identity, and the decade-long evolution of Indianapolis’ premier independent hip-hop festival. Together they explore affirmation, failure, representation, and what it truly takes to build spaces where artists can grow and thrive.Connect with

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4:11

Chreece is the REMEDY for your SOUL | Dr. Austin Dean...

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2025/11/14

Dr. Austin Dean Ashford, a brand-new Indianapolis transplant, multi-disciplinary creative, and performer at this year’s Chreece festival, talks about hip hop as community practice, why festivals matter to the city, how creativity builds connection, and why you shouldn’t forget the doctor.Tap in with the Dr.: https://www.austindeanashford.com/bioArtists on Chreece is a series of conversations with artists about their experience with the festival, their musical stylings, and more, from

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23:09

If I had to CHOOSE between my job and this marble,...

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2025/11/13

On this episode of The Open Door, self-advocacy strategist Nora Elder stops by the studio to explore what self-advocacy truly means, how core values shape our decisions, and how Nora’s “Choose the Marble” practice helped her leave corporate life and build a purpose-driven business.Learn more about Nora's work: https://choosethemarble.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

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64:40

I still think it’s WILD that THIS MANY people watch...

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2025/11/11

On this episode of Conversation Piece, designer, creator, and business strategist Navi Kaur stops by the studio to talk about her journey from watching Dragon Ball Z as a kid in India to helping build The Normies — an Indianapolis-based creative community and reaction channel with nearly 1 million subscribers. She dives into her path from immigrant student to financial officer, how The Normies grew from friends watching Game of Thrones to a full-scale business, and what it takes to sustain

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3:01

Once you make it, you FEEL IT in the air | T.G.I.FREE...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/11/07

T.G.I.FREE, an Indianapolis hip-hop artist and Chreece veteran, reflects on what performing at the festival means for the local scene, why it’s a marker of validation for artists, and how his signature songs “Set You Free” and “Big Free” capture his energy, conviction, and pride in his craft.Connect with T.G.I.FREE: https://linktr.ee/Iamtgifree/Artists on Chreece is a series of conversations with artists about their experience with the festival, their musical stylings, and more, from

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15:28

Listening to the youth and healing Indianapolis | Kia...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/11/06

In this episode of The Open Door, Kia Wright, founder of Voices Corporation, stops by the studio to talk about healing-centered engagement, empowering youth, and building community through art, trust, and care. Learn more about VOICES Corp: https://voicescorp.org/In this episode of The Open Door, Jacob Chaves stops by to talk about creativity, food, and how Indianapolis helped him find both his artistic voice and his community.Learn more about Jake's work with Pattern Indy:

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5:30

No community is the exact same—and that’s the beauty...

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2025/11/05

Lillian Barkes, co-founder and CEO of Listen to Our Future, joins Patrick to talk about community, creativity, and connection in Indianapolis — from the need for more third spaces to why downtown’s corners deserve a friendly competition.Learn more about Listen to Our Future: https://listentoourfuture.com Learn more about La Parada Restaurant: https://www.laparadaindy.com/ Learn more about the Indy Cultural Trail: https://indyculturaltrail.orgThe People's Perspectives on Indy is a series of

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3:05

I literally spoke this into existence | Joosi Got...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/10/31

Hip hop artist Joosi Got Bars reflects on her journey performing at Chreece—from early features to headlining her own set—sharing gratitude, growth, and her drive to keep “pushing limits until something happens.”Connect with Joosi: https://instagram.com/joosi_got_bars/ Check out DRAMATIC (The Mixtape): https://joosigotbars.bandcamp.com/album/dramaticArtists on Chreece is a series of conversations with artists about their experience with the festival, their musical stylings, and more, from

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5:33

People are deeply invested in the success of this...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/10/28

In this episode of the People's Perspectives on Indy, local podcaster Michael Zarick shares his love for Indy’s community spirit, a vision for walkable, transit-first growth, and a tagline for downtown: “massive potential, incredible opportunity.” Connect with Michael + Third Space Indy: https://thirdspaceindy.com/The People's Perspectives on Indy is a series of short interviews with people around the city about their perspectives on Indianapolis.Support the showSubscribe to the

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3:19

Chreece is a place that gives people confidence |...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/10/24

On this episode of Artists On Chreece, Rhetoryk reflects on performing at Chreece, the importance of platforms that uplift local hip-hop in Indianapolis, and the community that inspires his artistry. Check out Rhetoryk's latest work! Artists on Chreece is a series of conversations with artists about their experience with the festival, their musical stylings, and more, from Chreece Media Day. Shout out to the Chreece team for having us.Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a

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5:49

Every neighborhood has its own identity | Zina Kumok...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/10/22

In this episode of the People's Perspectives on Indy, Zina Kumok—an Indy-based financial advisor—shares her pride in neighborhood identity, love for Irvington’s historic charm, and her hopes for better parks and more locally inviting downtown spaces in Indianapolis.Connect with Zina: https://www.instagram.com/advisorzina/The People's Perspectives on Indy is a series of short interviews with people around the city about their perspectives on Indianapolis.Support the showSubscribe to the

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9:15

The After Hours, Producer Hour, Hour | Patrick...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/10/21

In this bonus “after hours” episode, Patrick and John reflect on running, community, and the evolving energy of The Podcast Lab—where creative conversations have spawned some really cool opportunities. Connect with Patrick: https://instagram.com/patrickintheworld/Connect with John: https://instagram.com/johnoverton/Shout out to the Indy Arts Council for sponsoring this episode. Did you know October is National Arts and Humanities Month? Well Indy Arts Council and Indiana Humanities are

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3:20

A festival like Chreece helps people see what the...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/10/17

On this episode of Artists On Chreece, DisTinct drops by to share his pride in Indy’s music scene, his passion for discovery through Chreece, and invites fans to catch his high-energy set packed with surprises and signature sounds.Connect with DisTinct: https://www.instagram.com/distinct3rd/Artists on Chreece is a series of conversations with artists about their experience with the festival, their musical stylings, and more, from Chreece Media Day. Shout out to the Chreece team for having

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16:14

Indianapolis is where I really learned what it means...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/10/16

In this episode of The Open Door, Jacob Chaves stops by to talk about creativity, food, and how Indianapolis helped him find both his artistic voice and his community.Learn more about Jake's work with Pattern Indy: https://patternindy.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

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5:22

You start to feel like you’re part of something super...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/10/15

Duane "Stretch" Thalley reflects on the spirit of Indianapolis, urging deeper collaboration between creatives and city leaders while reminding us that true community means always doing more than what’s expected.Connect with Follow D$ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/followdmoneypod/The People's Perspectives on Indy is a series of short interviews with people around the city about their perspectives on Indianapolis.Support the showSubscribe to the newsletter.Leave a review.Check out our

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3:21

Without the Sutherland Collective, there is no ME |...

Conversation Piece Podcast ·

2025/10/10

“If you’re a fan of really quality music with jazz, R&B, soul, and hip hop—pull up.”On this episode of Artists on Chreece, Casper Merci shares his journey from attending Chreece as a teenager to performing with a full band, celebrating community, collaboration, and the creative force of The Sutherland Collective that helped shape his sound.Connect with Casper Merci: https://www.instagram.com/caspermerci/Connect with The Sutherland Collective:

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