Indianapolis-based film historian and preservationist Eric Grayson, has been restoring a rare movie serial, "King of the Kongo", that starred Boris Karloff a few years before he became internationally famous as the Frankenstein monster in 1931. Boris Karloff's daughter, Sara Karloff, joins by phone from California for part of the show. Eric also shares insights about two silent movies starring Lon Chaney that were written by a controversial screenwriter from Noblesville, Indiana.

Originally aired 9/28/2024. Even though we're a history show, Nelson and his guest, Carol Rogers discuss the future. Carol is director of the Indiana Business Research Center at the IU Kelley School of Business. In September 2024, the center released population projections for the next 40 years, including growth rates for specific counties. Nelson and Carol also explore population rates throughout decades past, including the 1930s and 1980s.

Originally aired 09/21/2024. Tom Fontaine, of Indianapolis, whose vast collections include music, movie, and sports memorabilia, shares tips and advice about collecting autographs and much more. A full time collector for several decades, Tom buys and sells memorabilia including stage costumes, lyrics, musical instruments and autographs of famous people. He also has written several books, including one about his extensive collections.

Originally aired on 09/14/2024. Nelson is joined by Purdue University historian John Norberg to explore an array of compelling stories, including a horrific collision involving train cars carrying Purdue football players, fans, faculty and alumni for a big game against IU in 1903. Passengers included a football player among those taken to the morgue who recovered and eventually became the governor of Indiana. John and Nelson also discuss the story of two African-American sisters who were denied admission to dorms in the 1940s, and more.

Originally aired 8/31/2024. Nelson is joined by Julia Whitehead, founder and CEO of the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library to discuss the author's impact on his peers and those who came after him.

Originally aired on 8/24/2024. Nelson's guest, architectural historian Ben Ross of RATIO Architects, shares insights about the early architects of Indiana.

Originally aired on 08/17/2026. Nelson is joined by Ray Boomhower, an author and editor with the Indiana Historical Society, to answer your questions.

Originally aired 8/10/2024 Guest Elaine May Conly won an essay contest to meet the Beatles during their legendary concerts at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in 1964 as 15-year-old Howe High School student. Father and son duo, David and Evan Humphrey, co-authors of the new book "We Love You, Beatles: Why the Fab Four Still Matter to Their Hoosier Fans" join the conversation too.

He visited Indiana 10 times, trips that included riveting and colorful episodes that made national news.

Guest Jo Ellen Meyers Sharp talks with Host Nelson Price about invasive pests impacting plants and trees in Indiana.