In the inaugural episode of the Next Step In podcast, hosts Joe Glover and Eddie Bobbitt introduce their mission to explore the power and promise of higher education in Indiana. They share their personal stories of overcoming barriers to education, the impact of guidance counselors, and the importance of educational attainment for individuals and communities. They discuss the purpose of the podcast, which is to address the challenges facing higher education, promote educational pathways, and engage with the audience to foster open dialogue. They emphasize the need for a more educated workforce in Indiana and the importance of real stories from real people in shaping the conversation around education in the State of Indiana.