Local Matters

On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Corey Cole, owner of The Rugged Company. They talk about the necessity of the products that started the business, the journey of being a foster kid to helping foster the growth of dozens of employees and their families, and the power of community over competition.

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana.Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible. Learn more about today’s guest at https://www.ruggedcompany.com/.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Tony Ellis, owner of Morellis Cleaners. They talk about the challenges dry cleaners have had over the years, the glamorization of entrepreneurship, and the importance of making time for your family while running a successful business.

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana.Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible. Learn more about today’s guest at https://morelliscleaners.com/.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Melissa Stecher of Hopeful Simplicity. They talk about what's realistic for your family when it comes to home organization goals, reminders of how to keep life fun and not all work, and how living a stressed out life isn't normal.

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana.Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible. Learn more about today’s guest at https://hopefulsimplicity.com/.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Kristen Murney of TEN by Kristen. They talk about discovering what you really love to do and then choosing to make it a business, the benefits of staging a home when you are ready to sell, and the big impact an outside perspective--and a few design changes--can have on your home or work environment.

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana.Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible. Learn more about today’s guest at http://www.tenbykristen.com/.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with KJ of KJ Media Company. They talk about the journey from radio DJ to multi-passionate entrepreneur, the difference between a business and a hobby, and how the community can help your dreams come true.

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana.Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible. Learn more about today’s guest at https://kjonair.com/. 

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Jill Lehman of High Frequency Arts. They talk about the alignments between artists and entrepreneurs, the influence of our surroundings on our productivity, and how High Frequency Arts is disrupting the "starving artist" state of mind.

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana.Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible. Learn more about today’s guest at https://www.highfrequencyarts.com/.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Russ Dodge of Tribute Milestones & Digital Hearts to Hearts. They talk about the inspiration for creating keepsakes for milestone life events, the importance of picking the right team to build your company, and how people from your past can show up again with opportunities for your future.

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible. Learn more about today’s guest at http://tributemilestones.com/.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Danielle Cooney, manager of Small Batch Soups. They talk about walking away from the dream of being a heart surgeon to finding a love for serving others, the importance of really listening to your customers and your critics, and the tough decisions that you sometimes have to make to make your business better. 

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible. Learn more about today’s guest at https://www.small-batchsoups.com/.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Amanda VanHorn of Indiana Originals member The Lilac Kitchen. They talk about taking the path of odd jobs before finally jumping into entrepreneurship, the freedom entrepreneurship provides, and why you need to make sure you are starting your business for the right reasons. (P.S. We also describe several yummy food options Amanda makes! Listen with caution if you are hungry)! 

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible. 

Learn more about today’s guest www.lilackitchenindy.com.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Rocky Walls of Indiana Originals members 12 Stars Media and Hoodox. They talk about walking away from a degree in Molecular Biology to find his true calling for storytelling, the path of going from making a simple video showcasing a bakery to the International Film Festival feature “Finding Hygge,” and how we can all raise up and acknowledge Indiana’s talented filmmakers.

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible.

Learn more about today’s guest at https://www.12starsmedia.com/ and https://www.hoodox.tv/.

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