Discovering Community Through Nature with Anna Darling

In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick sits down with

his wife, Anna Darling, a Fox 59 reporter, to reflect on their shared

experiences in various communities from West Lafayette to Fayetteville

and back to Indianapolis. They discuss the significance of nature as a

third space, recount vibrant memories of college dorm life, and the

transition into adulthood making friends in new cities. Anna shares her

favorite third spaces, including the parks and local businesses in each

city, and reflects on cherished memories of camping with her family. The

episode highlights the importance of human connection and discovering

community wherever you are.

00:00 Finding Peace in Nature

01:38 Introduction to Third Space Indy

02:14 Meet Anna Darling

04:28 College Memories and Community

14:53 Life in West Lafayette

21:06 Moving to Fayetteville, Arkansas

31:47 Discovering City Park

32:25 Exploring the Monon Trail

33:38 Moving Back to Indianapolis

34:06 Perceptions of Indianapolis

35:55 Rediscovering Local Areas

38:09 The Charm of Garfield Park

42:12 The Power of Third Spaces

46:34 Reflecting on Family Camping

48:51 Nostalgia for Old Malls

51:45 Closing Thoughts and Questions