The co-founders of MDWST Fable, “a benevolent conspiracy aimed at promoting more interaction and collaboration across arts, ideas, and media in Southern Indiana,” are staging an interactive exhibit probing the ways artists and the community seek solace and comfort in these turbulent times. Trista Newyear is an author and historian and is the lead writer for Rock Paper Scissors. Matt Rice is a  creative director for Blueline Media. The two last fall staged the second annual Tale Blazing event at The Hundredth Hill. Their Solace exhibit will be at the Pillar Arts Alliance Center in the College Mall in April.

This episode aired Thursday, February 12, 2026.

Hosts Michael Glab and Tristra Newyear chat with Bloomington’s most fascinating people.