Judge Judy, interesting estates, classic automobiles, women in the law, trailers, the Wabash river, litigation, are some of the topics covered in this wide-ranging conversation with 50-year attorney John Gambs of Lafayette, Indiana.

Not mentioned is the restaurant menu item, The Gambs Burger.  (Yes, a real restaurant offered this real burger.)

Mike Furnish is a "white hat," a referee of Indiana high school football games.  Within the profession, he is a leader, having been active in associations and as a teacher of rules to new officials.

Mike also is past president of Special Olympics Indiana.

Here we learn how a crew operates, the personal challenges and rewards, and how Peyton Manning butchered a coin toss.

James Johnson, CEO of The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, converses with Morton and John about hiring musicians, the correlation between persons who played an instrument and their love of music as adults, how musicians are hired, the role of video images, and financial dynamics between management and musicians.  

In his view, transparency and pizza make a difference.

Howeypolitics.com, a thorough, popular, award-winning internet news service in Indiana, was started by Brian, an inevitable evolution of journalism that started with his grandfather, then his father, then a news clipping service, and, now, daily and weekly emailed newsletters, by subscription, plus a web site with several dozen contributors.  

And this question:   will philanthropic or government-sponsored news replace for-profit business models.

Having created and served a half dozen festivals of film, Craig Prater arrived in Indianapolis to make ours even more world class.  

Craig is first a believer in the positive power of film, and, second, in the opportunities afforded by Indianapolis. In less than three years, he has created a festival of short films and a "cultural journey" (films from one country, such as Mexico, India and Germany).

David Horth, Chief Executive Officer of Indyhumane, talks about services, philosophies, and his personal journey to becoming head of the largest humane society in Indiana.

Journalist, author, playwright, and, at one time, stand-up comedian, Lou Harry, talks about journalism.

The discussion includes the four tenants of the code of ethics of The Society of Professional Journalist.

Following up on last week's podcast with retired city planner Clarke Kahlo we talk about specific projects:   trees on Crown Hill Cemetery, public art on the scenic canal walk, park space on the canal, trees on streets, and the new White River visioning project proposed by developers and tourism advocates.

Volunteer citizen action resulted in cancellation or substantial modification in various proposals that would have eliminated green space and remove trees.

Retired city planner Clarke Kahlo describes his volunteer activity intervening in the city planning process.  He identifies development proposals that are not appropriate, gathers information, organizes opposition, and appeals to decision-making government bodies.

Morton argues that all proposed developments should be more widely publicized.  He plays devils advocate suggesting he should have freedom to build whatever he wants on his property.

Next episode, Clarke mentions projects.

Tom Battista has led an eclectic life.  Starting with development of bakeries, restaurants, and even a viewing area called Idle, Tom found time to stage manage for Maria Carey, David Bowie, and Jimmy Buffett.

People management is his expertise, his way of being.  Sweeping up at the restaurant, finding homes for employees, identifying talent, respect for Mr. Buffett, and a supportive family, have made it all possible.