After converting our office space into a podcast studio, I decided to give the new mixing board a test run today and record the first of many podcast shows. Today, I talk about the Geist Conservancy District developments and the upcoming December 11, 2020 hearing.

If you haven't heard already, TownePost.direct is the virtual media kit for the TownePost Network of hyper local magazines in Indiana and Kentucky. Two weeks ago, we launched the first-ever online store to purchase any and all of our print, digital, and social media marketing packages direct - with no sales people and no hidden fees. In this episode, CEO and Founder of the TownePost Network Tom Britt talks about his excitement for this new offering and how it will change and disrupt the print industry. For franchise information, visit franchising.townepost.com.

Tom Britt hosts his first podcast of 2020 with Race Director of the 317 Run series, Jeff Graves. He got his start working at WZPL 99.5 radio when he got the call from the 500 Festival looking for someone to head up the Indy Mini Marathon. He left in 2007 to start Vision Event Management and his early claim to fame was the first race director of the Geist Half Marathon in 2008. Over the years, he's created several running events, but none is more popular with Indy locals than the Run 317 series which kicks off on May 28 in Speedway, Indiana. To register or learn more, visit www.run317.com.

Longtime Geist resident and host Tom Britt talks with Matt Troyer, lead attorney for the Geist Lake Coalition, on the status of Senate Bill 430. In this episode, Troyer talks about the Citizens Energy's position on the CD, what a lake biologist and real estate expert said during their testimony. what the proposed boater fee would look like, tax caps, eminent domain, the timeline, and next steps. Sponsored by the Geist Magazine, check out their cross-platform marketing programs now! (click here)

Thanks for the intro, Santa! This special holiday podcast features Fishers resident and former Straight No Chaser singer, songwriter, and voice talent Ryan Ahlwardt. He just released his new Christmas album "Indiana Christmas" featuring a collection of songs to put every Fishers resident in the holiday spirit. The album features the title track written by Dan Ponce and features James Taylor’s keyboardist Clifford Carter. Everything about this album has Hoosier roots, even the cover image of Ryan playing his guitar was shot at Flat Fork Park in Fishers. 

This week, local artist and former Weimer Typesetting co-worker Chuck Horsman drops off his "Lady Victory" painting that Tom and Jeanne Britt commissioned at Penrod this fall. Tom and Dave talk about upcoming Christmas events in Fortville (Winterfest), Fishers (Winter Wonderland), and Carmel (Christkindlmarkt). Lights are "on" at Conner Prairie - relocated Reynolds Farm Equipment display. Longtime Fishers High School football coach Rick Wimmer announces his retirement. And a lot of local political news, including the next speaker of the Indiana House of Representatives Todd Huston (a Fishers resident) and deputy mayor of the City of Fishers Leah McGrath announcing her candidacy to fill Brian Bosma's vacancy next year. This show sponsored by Leadstra, who can help you design, produce, and distribute your very own podcast show in 2020!

Most people have gotten to know Leah McGrath over the last 4 years as the deputy mayor of the City of Fishers. During that time, we’ve seen Fishers grow, but also seen a local unknown step up and make a name for herself as a community outreach and government relations expert. Leah serves on the boards of Conner Prairie, the Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability, and the Fishers Youth Assistance Program. Probably one of her most visible feats was organizing and leading the Spark Fishers pre-4th of July celebration in downtown Fishers during the transition from the Fishers Freedom Festival to the City-Run event in 2018. You might say her political capital stock has risen steadily over the last 4 years, so it was no surprise yesterday when she announced that she will run for the Indiana House District 88 seat being vacated by long-time republican leader Brian Bosma. Somewhat shocked at the news, I had to call and get the skinny from Leah herself. This episode is sponsored by Leadstra, who can help you with your own podcast in 2020.

Tom Britt and Dave Anderson talk about today's filing of the Geist Conservancy District petitions in Hamilton County. Tom talks to organizers about the day and the process: Brian Hall, Cory Peter, Matt & Kim Troyer. Special thanks to Ed Martin Nissan of Fishers for the intro.

Intro by Kathy and Mark Harrison from Ed Martin Nissan in Fishers - This week, Tom and Dave talk about their excitement for the upcoming holidays, two local 5K races on Thanksgiving Day at Saxony and the Fishers YMCA, places starting to open in the long-anticipated Yard, Small Business Saturday coming on November 30 in Fishers, Santa's Mailbox, and a memorial service this week for fallen K9 officer Harlej and ways you can help (click here)!

We are doing cartwheels at the Towne Post Network over the announcement of the Agave Bar & Grill coming to our building next spring. A woman-owned business, sisters Cynthia Zimla and Evelyn Veloz are bringing their Mexican restaurant, tequila and cocktail bar, and outdoor patio to downtown Fishers. Tom Britt spoke with Cynthia about their expansion into Fishers. Thanks for the intro Kevin Fertig, former WWE star and Fishers realtor.