Conversation Piece Podcast

By Patrick Armstrong

The show where we expand the story of Indianapolis through the stories of its people.

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Conversation Piece Podcast episodes:

October 28, 2025People are deeply invested in the success of this city | Michael Zarick | People's Perspectives on Indy
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.
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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong
Filmed by: Mike Lee Productions + Apicem Studios

(00:00) - – Introducing Michael Zarick

(00:36) - – What He Loves About Indianapolis

(01:30) - – A City Built by People Who Care

(02:11) - – The Case for Transit, Density, Walkability

(03:21) - – Three Words for Downtown

(03:46) - – First Time on the Circle: “I’m in a city now”

(04:17) - – Current Favorites & Restaurant List

(04:50) - – Downtown Tagline: “Massive Potential, Incredible Opportunity”

(05:13) - – Where to Follow & Support Michael

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October 24, 2025Chreece is a place that gives people confidence | Rhetoryk | Artists On Chreece
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.
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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong
Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions + Apicem Studios

(00:00) - – Introductions & Roots on the West Side

(00:29) - – First Chreece Memories and Confidence Boost

(01:10) - – Why Chreece Matters to Indy Hip-Hop

(01:31) - – The Song to Know: Wisdom

(02:16) - – Wildfire Performance & The Supergroup

(02:53) - – Where to Find Rhetoryk and What’s Next

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October 22, 2025Every neighborhood has its own identity | Zina Kumok | People's Perspectives on Indy
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.
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Filmed by: Mike Lee Productions + Apicem Studios

(00:00) - – Meet Zina: Financial Advisor & Irvington Resident

(00:36) - – What She Loves About Indianapolis Neighborhoods

(01:19) - – Irvington’s History and Community Pride

(02:00) - – Why the City Needs Better Parks

(02:59) - – Thoughts on Downtown Infrastructure

(03:46) - – Three Words for Downtown

(04:08) - – Misconceptions About Downtown Indy

(04:49) - – A Tagline for Downtown Indianapolis

(05:09) - – Authentic Voices, Honest Opinions

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October 21, 2025The After Hours, Producer Hour, Hour | Patrick Armstrong & John Overton | Bonus
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 coming together to celebrate and raise awareness of their collective impact on the region’s culture, economy, and quality of life. They're shining a spotlight on the meaningful arts and humanities programming that happens across the Indianapolis region and in Indiana’s 92 counties — not just this month, but all year long. Learn more at indyarts.org.
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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong
Filmed and edited by: Francis Nwosu / Prxper Standards
Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture
Music by: Mandog

(00:00) - – Warming Up & Behind the Scenes

(02:00) - – Finding Joy in Running

(03:20) - – Track & Field Memories

(05:15) - – Building the Podcast Lab

(06:40) - – Creating Community & Audience Energy

(07:20) - – Upcoming “In Conversation With” Events

(08:30) - – Closing Thoughts: After Hours Vibes

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October 17, 2025A festival like Chreece helps people see what the city has to offer | DisTinct | Artists On Chreece
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 us.
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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong
Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions + Apicem Studios

(00:00) - — Introductions

(00:37) - — Why Chreece Matters

(01:21) - — Venue & Lineup

(01:38) - — Distinct’s Catalog & Sound

(02:18) - — Why You Should Pull Up

(02:56) - — Where to Find Distinct

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October 16, 2025Indianapolis is where I really learned what it means to be part of a community | Jacob Chaves | The Open Door 8
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 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/

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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong
Filmed and edited by: Ziad Hefni / Apicem Studios
Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture
Music by: Mandog

(00:00) - – Welcome to The Open Door

(01:10) - – From McCordsville to Indy

(02:35) - – The Beauty of Rural Indiana

(03:40) - – Falling in Love with Food & Design

(05:08) - – The Craft of Italian Cooking

(06:19) - – Ribs and Roots

(07:33) - – Balancing Art and Work

(09:18) - – Making Time for Creativity

(13:04) - – Finding Community in Indianapolis

(15:05) - – Ways to Support

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October 15, 2025You start to feel like you’re part of something super dope | Stretch Thalley | People's Perspectives on Indy
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.
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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong
Filmed by: Mike Lee Productions + Apicem Studios

(00:00) - - Meet Stretch

(00:50) - - What He Loves About the City

(01:20) - - Defining Indianapolis Culture

(02:07) - - Collaboration and Liberation

(02:30) - - Describing Downtown Indy

(03:11) - - Favorite Downtown Spot

(03:34) - - Hidden Gem: The Saint Shack

(04:04) - - Misconceptions About Downtown

(04:22) - - The Stretch Tagline for the City

(04:52) - - How to Support Stretch and His Work

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October 10, 2025Without the Sutherland Collective, there is no ME | Casper Merci | Artists On Chreece
“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: https://www.instagram.com/thesutherlandcollective/
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.
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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong
Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions + Apicem Studios

(00:00) - – Introduction: Tomorrow Bookstore Sponsor

(00:23) - – Meet Casper Merci

(00:47) - – First Chreece Memories

(01:13) - – The Early Days and Indy’s Hip-Hop Scene

(01:32) - – Performing with a Full Band at White Rabbit

(01:47) - – About His Album Civilian

(02:23) - – Why You Should Pull Up to His Show

(03:02) - – Shoutout to The Sutherland Collective

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October 07, 2025What It Takes to Build a Business with Heart | Ash & Elm’s Andréa Homoya
In this episode, Ash & Elm Cider founder Andréa Homoya stops by the studio to explore identity, risk-taking, leadership, and self-care—uncovering how community, courage, and creativity fuel her life and business.
Learn more about Ash & Elm Cider: https://ashandelmcider.com/
Follow Amanda in Indy: https://www.instagram.com/amandainindy/
This episode is sponsored by Tomorrow Bookstore. Do you like good books? How about good people? Or both? If that’s you, then make sure you check out Tomorrow Bookstore, a general interest shop in the heart of downtown Indy, focused on global and immigrant stories, independent publishers, and works in translation. Tomorrow hosts book clubs, author events, small business pop ups, and more. Go see for yourself at 882 Mass Ave, or follow along on social media at @tomorrowbookstore.
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: Amanda Gibson!

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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong
Filmed and edited by: Francis Nwosu / Prxper Standards
Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture
Music by: Mandog

(00:01) - — Intro & Welcome

(00:02) - — Growing Up Overseas

(00:05) - — Finding Identity & Outsider Perspective

(00:11) - — Taking Big Swings and Not Fearing Failure

(00:16) - — Building Ash & Elm

(00:22) - — Balancing Business and Parenthood

(00:28) - — Leadership Lessons from COVID

(00:33) - — The Hardest Parts of Running a Business

(00:39) - — Community and Autumn Tidings Festival

(00:50) - — Skincare, Self-Care, and Self-Worth

(00:52) - — Looking Ahead: Writing, Reflection, and Renewal

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October 06, 2025In Conversation With Taelor Carmine | July 2025 (Live Recording)
On this episode of In Conversation With, Taelor Carmine, owner of BODHI Thai Bistro, discusses her family’s journey from Thailand to Indianapolis, the roots of BODHI, and how tradition, patience, and resilience built one of the country’s most celebrated restaurants. From July 2025.
Check out BODHI: https://www.bodhi-indy.com/
In Conversation With is our monthly live show where we bring our conversations about Indianapolis out of the studio and into the street. For the rest of 2025, we'll be partnering with Tinker Street restaurant to provide incredible meals to accompany our conversations and with draft creative space to host us (except for October, more on that later!). If you're interested in supporting these events, please email Patrick Armstrong: [email protected]
Get tickets to our next In Conversation With, featuring Indy Reads CEO Ruba Marshood: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-conversation-with-ruba-marshood-tickets-1628949564999
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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong
Filmed and edited by: Mikey Levine

(01:00) - — The Beginning of a Dream

(06:30) - — Finding Home in Indiana

(09:00) - — Food as Family

(14:00) - — Defining Thai Cuisine

(20:00) - — The Balance of Spice

(22:00) - — Building Bodhi During COVID

(26:00) - — Cooking with Generations

(32:00) - — The Story Behind Every Dish

(36:00) - — Recognition and Reflection

(41:00) - — Staying Grounded in Success

(45:00) - — Lessons in Patience and Humility

(51:00) - — What Rest Looks Like

(54:00) - — How to Support Bodhi

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FAQs about Conversation Piece Podcast:

How many episodes does Conversation Piece Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 269 episodes available.