Drink Culture Podcast

Bonus Episode: Casted, Lindsay Tjepkema, Adam Patarino, and, Zachary Ballenger

A company has launched in Indianapolis that is solving our podcast's greatest pain point - marketing our content! Casted is the first B2B podcasting platform, and it is made right here in Indianapolis lead by Lindsay Tjepkema, Adam Patarino, and Zachary Ballenger. The cofounders join us to share how Casted was conceptualized, which was partially from their love of podcasting, but mostly from seeing a need for a more straightforward method for gaging podcasts' success and repurposing content....

Episode 156: Gary Brackett, Stacked Pickle

If you read a highlight reel of Gary Brackett’s career, you would likely assume that he was met with little challenge. Gary was a 2x MVP at Rutgers, won a Super Bowl, was captain of the Colts for five years, and now runs a successful restaurant franchise, Stacked Pickle. However, the theme of his story is instead a constant pursuit through adversity. Gary’s parents refinanced their home twice to pay for him to be the first college graduate in the family. When they called to inform him they c...

Episode 155: Chris LaFave, Kurt Vonnegut Museum & Library

“You can go to tremendous places through literature.” Chris LaFave, the Curator of the Kurt Vonnegut Museum & Library, takes that thought to a new level with his career story. Chris’ first experience with Vonnegut was Breakfast of Champions in college at Ball State. Therefore, when his mom called him as he was driving past a library to share that Kurt Vonnegut had died, he took it as a sign to read more of his novels. That night he stayed up until 7 a.m. reading Welcome to the Monkey House. ...

Episode 154: Ira Glass, This American Life

After 25 years on the air, Ira Glass, host of the iconic show This American Life, joins us for a conversation about his career, stage show Seven Things I’ve Learned, and the one time he did a magic trick for Michael Jackson. Ira’s principal show This American Life is frequently credited for the rise of the storytelling industry and podcasting as a form. However, Ira found his way to blockbuster success by stepping up the ladder as anyone else would. In this special episode, Ira shares behind...

Episode 153: Scott Jones, Eleven Fifty Academy

 If you have read Scott Jones' resume, you know he never stops innovating. Living out the mantra "Whatever it freaking takes," Scott has been a leader in the tech industry since his twenties. Scott was born in Louisville and moved to Indianapolis with two years left of high school. With the initial desire to be a doctor, Scott then began school at Indiana University. His curiosity about how the world and technology works resulted in six years in Bloomington with plenty of credits, but not en...

Episode 152: Heartland Film, Craig Prater

What do Indianapolis, Bangkok, Palm Springs, Cabo San Lucas, and Cape Town all have in common? Their international film festivals were all started with the help of Craig Prater. Craig, now the president of the Heartland International Film Festival, grew up in Fillmore, Missouri. When he was young, his grandmother would lift him up on the sofa, give him a movie magazine, and say, “Look at all these movie stars. You’ll need this someday.” She was right. After college at Northwestern Missouri S...

The Monthly, Weekly: Vic’s Back!,The $550 Million Flub, & A Taste of St. Louis

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Episode 151: Indiana Sports Corp, Ryan Vaughn

When did the phrase “Indiana. Where Champions are Crowned.” become a staple of Indianapolis? It started in 1979 with the formation of Indiana Sports Corp, the first sports commission in the country. Its current president, Ryan Vaughn, shares his story and the story of Indiana Sports Corp with us over alcohol-less beers. The Indianapolis-native realized that after a lifetime of pursuing law, he needed two things to be successful. One, to be busy. And two, to be of service to the community. At...

The Monthly, Weekly: $435K Roundabout Art; Ode to Divorce; Slushy Brew Brouhaha

BIG STORY: https://www.ibj.com/articles/artistic-tensions<https://www.ibj.com/articles/artistic-tensions> SHAMELESS PLUG: https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/longform/divorce-planting-my-flag FABIAN'S OBSESSION: 450 North Brewing Quality Control Issues  https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/sightlines/2020/1/18/has-450-north-addressed-its-quality-control-issuesand-does-anyone-care<https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/sightlines/2020/1/18/has-450-north-addressed-its-quality-control-issues...

Episode 150: Redux, Reuben Zielinski & Matt Hay

We have all felt the gut-wrenching realization that our electronic device is floating in the washing machine. Founder Reuben Zielinski and Director of Audiology Sales Matt Hay share how Redux is saving our devices and revolutionizing the hearing device industry. Redux is a vacuum chamber that lowers the boiling point of water by reducing vacuum pressure and, therefore, taking out all of the moisture in your wet devices. Reuben, an owner of over 20 patents already, used his background in engi...

The Monthly, Weekly: Kountry Kitchen Fire; Indy's best dive bars; & Julia joins a cult.

Kountry Kitchen Fire https://www.wthr.com/article/remembering-kountry-kitchen-after-saturdays-damaging-fire The Dive Bar List https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/food-and-drinks/drinks/best-dive-bars Join the Dance Church cult  https://indymovementarts.org/dance-church/ The Strange Things About The Johnson's (You've been warned) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqyQMX4rwHs&t=41s

Episode 149: NutraMaize, Evan Rocheford,

What is orange corn? Evan Rocheford, the CEO of NutraMaize, shares his story, what orange corn is, and how it is solving vitamin deficiencies. Evan's father, Torbert Rocheford, pursued a career in agriculture to reduce world hunger. Although people were successful in lowering caloric hunger, communities began eating staple foods with lower micronutrients. Torbert and others recognized this issue and started performing biofortification on foods that people were already eating, like corn. Mean...

Episode 148: Central Indiana Community Foundation, Clayton De Fur

“Once you experience meaningful work, you can’t go back.” Clayton De Fur, the Sr. Community Leadership Officer at the Central Indiana Community Foundation, joins us this week to share his story and discuss the CICF’s strategy and impact. Following the advice of his career test, Clayton graduated from IU Bloomington with a master's degree in public affairs with a focus on non-profit management. Fortunately, he’s never turned back. In what he feels like is one of his dream roles, Clayton handl...

Episode 147: NapTown Nutrition, Hudson Wikoff

We will help you start 2020 right with Director of NapTown Nutrition, Hudson Wikoff. Hudson's enthusiasm towards creating a wholesome health plan began when he gained weight after retiring from college athletics. During this time, he found CrossFit and loved the difference it made for his body mentally and physically. After teaching at NapTown, one of his clients asked about nutrition training. Hudson took the initiative to find professional education on the topic and helped his client lose ...

Episode 146: Our Favorite Moments 2019

Cheers to 2020! Today's episode recaps our favorite moments of 2019. Some we have shared with you on episodes, others are behind the scenes looks at how much we love what we do. Thanks for supporting the show so that we can continue to inspire and strengthen our community through storytelling! Check out our sponsors for this episode: Naptown Fitness - To start your health journey today, visit naptownfitness.com http://naptownfitness.com/ https://www.instagram.com/naptownfitness/ https...

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Episode 145: Wormser Legal, Barry Wormser

“If you can move at all, you should be exploring.” Join us as we explore Barry Wormser’s story over a glass of wine. Barry was encouraged by his father, a lawyer, to practice law. Fortunately, Barry loved law school and even the Bar exam. After practicing law for a large law firm, he recognized that he could practice law differently. Barry took away the stereotypes like suits, expensive offices, and fancy art to instead provide a more comfortable, streamlined service for businesses and real ...

Episode 145: Worsmer Legal, Barry Wormser

“If you can move at all, you should be exploring.” Join us as we explore Barry Wormser’s story over a glass of wine. Barry was encouraged by his father, a lawyer, to practice law. Fortunately, Barry loved law school and even the Bar exam. After litigating for a large law firm, he recognized that he could practice law differently. Barry took away the stereotypes like suits, expensive offices, and fancy art to instead provide a more comfortable, streamlined service for businesses and real esta...

The Monthly, Weekly: Introducing The Yard; Indy's Emmy Winner & Albums of the Year

Big Story: The Yard https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/food-and-drinks/a-users-guide-to-the-yard-at-fishers-district Shameless plug: Michael Bricker AMA https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/arts-and-culture/entertainment/ask-me-anything-michael-bricker-tv-film-production-designer Obsessions: The Agoraphobic Traveller https://www.theagoraphobictraveller.com Fabian's Albums of the Year  1. Ventura - Anderson .Paak 2. Igor - Tyler, The Creator  3. Oh My God - Kevin Morby  4. Sound ...

Episode 144: The Harrison Center, Joanna Taft

Come porching with us as Joanna Taft from the Harrison Center shares her story over a Gin Rickey. Joanna grew up in Washington D.C. knowing that she wanted to solve problems in the Federal Government. That was until she met her husband and they moved to Cambridge City, Indiana where she worked as a program coordinator for Huddleson House. In that role, she learned how to embrace and build communities, which is now the core of her projects. Joanna, her husband, Bill, and young daughter moved ...

The Monthly, Weekly: Holcomb's Amazon Scandal; The Nine Lives of Lil Bub & Dead Malls

Holcomb's Amazon Scandal https://www.revealnews.org/article/behind-the-smiles/ https://www.ibj.com/articles/holcomb-dol-insist-amazon-death-investigation-was-handled-appropriately https://www.ibj.com/articles/holcomb-issues-cease-and-desist-letters-in-response-to-amazon-osha-case-allegations The Nine Lives of Lil Bub https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/arts-and-culture/goodbye-lil-bub Dead Malls https://www.theindychannel.com/news/call-6-investigators/washington-squar...

Episode 143: SnapShyft, Thor Wood

In 10 business days, Thor Wood went from a hangover to a business plan for his current Indy-based company SNAPSHYFT. Thor was born in Utah and moved to Indianapolis at the age of 2. After attending college for eight years without graduating, Thor spent time as a private investigator before starting a career in recruiting. After the recession, he found a position in Naples, Florida, where he met his significant other, had a baby, and started his first business. Thor was beginning to lose his ...

The Monthly, Weekly: Carmel on the Casting Couch; DePauw: Big Mess on Campus; & 40 Pizzas in 30 Days

Carmel Consultant Promotes Christkindlmart to Hallmark for Christmas Movie https://www.ibj.com/blogs/north-of-96th/carmel-consultant-promotes-christkindlmart-to-hallmark-for-christmas-movie Papa John Has The Meat Sweats  hthttps://www.cnn.com/2019/11/26/business/papa-johns-schnatter-interview-trnd/index.html Dolly Parton's America  https://www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/dolly-partons-america?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIge2LkLmN5gIVv__jBx38wwXcEAAYASAAEgKMZfD_BwE From Paris With Love  https:/...

Episode 142: Indianapolis Zoo, Dr. Rob Shumaker

We get wild this week with the President of the Indianapolis Zoo and self-proclaimed Biophiliac, Dr. Rob Shumaker. Dr. Rob knew what he wanted to be when he grew up early in his childhood because he enjoyed visiting the Smithsonian National Zoo’s Great Ape exhibit. After graduating from college, his life came full circle when he began working at the Smithsonian National Zoo with the apes he used to watch as a kid. He attributes much of his success to the non-judgemental support of his family...

The Monthly, Weekly: Red For Ed; Grits, Grits Hooray! & Flirty Dancing

Red For Ed https://fox59.com/2019/11/19/over-15000-indiana-teachers-rally-for-red-for-ed-action-day-at-statehouse/  Juniper On Main https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/food-and-drinks/reviews/review-juniper-on-main  Flirty Dancing https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/funny-tweets-about-flirty-dancing-clip-46923431 

Episode 141: TechPoint, Mike Langellier

TechPoint is developing our tech ecosystem through the leadership of Mike Langellier. Mike grew up on a farm in rural Illinois, learning the work ethic he still executes today. Depauw University expanded his view to new ideas, particularly how economics "can explain real life." While searching for a three-week internship, he found Angie's List. Although only there for a short time, he had the conviction to pitch a new business structure idea to Angie Hicks and Scott Brenton. This moment was ...

The Monthly, Weekly: Wide Right: Adam Vinatieri; The Problem With Crime Junkie; Memphis Penis Vase

Adam Vinatieri https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2019/11/06/adam-vinatieri-why-colts-exercising-historic-patience/4101590002/ Crime Junkie  https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/longform/the-problem-with-crime-junkie Penis Vase https://www.pamono.com/vintage-shiva-vase-by-ettore-sottsass/?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=PLA_US_6615042368_81833833434&utm_content=386255073983_c_1o2&utm_term=pla-294682000766___YUI-311642&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1oWgzLnq5QIVgh-tBh...

Episode 140: Clint Breeze & The Groove, Carrington Clinton

Crank up the stereo as we interview drummer, hip-hop producer, and birthday boy Carrington “Clint Breeze" Clinton, leader of Clint Breeze and The Groove. The Indianapolis native grew up playing the drums with his dad and listening to gospel music. After graduating from Ball State, he returned to Indy and pursued a career in music. His first beats dropped under the name Care Bear, but he released his first "more serious" album under the Clint Breeze moniker in 2014. Many more albums followed,...

The Monthly, Weekly: Penske Take The Wheel; Shining A Light; and Food Porn

Penske Take The Wheel https://www.forbes.com/sites/maurybrown/2019/11/05/after-announcement-of-sale-of-indycar-and-ims-roger-penske-and-mark-miles-talk-the-future/#344a004b23c9 https://racer.com/2019/11/04/miller-the-biggest-and-best-story-in-50-years/ https://www.espn.com/racing/indycar/story/_/id/28008129/roger-penske-buying-indycar-lebron-james-buying-nba Shining A Light https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/arts-and-culture/shining-a-light-what-to-expect Fabian's obsess...

Episode 139: Indy Urban Hardwood, Brian Presnell

If you have eaten charcuterie at Bluebeard or watched a show at the Hi-Fi, you have encountered Brian Presnell's creative solution for the midwestern ash tree epidemic. Indy Urban Hardwood is turning the infected trees from inside the 465 Loop into furniture and art pieces featured in places like King Dough, Sun King Brewery, Ukiyo, The Garden Table, IMA, and more. Presnell grew up with teachers and mentors who recognized his artistic abilities and encouraged him to pursue them, which led hi...

The Monthly, Weekly: Restaurant Reviews From Hell; The King of Comedy; and Thiccc Stouts

Review from hell... https://ny.eater.com/2019/10/29/20938203/peter-luger-pete-wells-review-reactions The king of comedy, Ryan Niemiller  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1OBbX-WZs0 Thicc local stouts https://www.facebook.com/events/386457772238300/

Episode 138: Irvington Ghost Tours, Alan Hunter

Feel full-body chills as the leader of the Irvington Ghost Tours, Al Hunter, reveals the haunts of Irvington. As a history teacher, Hunter recognized that ghost stories kept his students entertained and engaged with the material. What began as the simple retelling of the Lincoln Ghost Train eventually became Hunter's life as now he has been tracing down the spooky stories of Irvington for over seventeen years. When he started his research, residents were hesitant to share what haunted their ...

The Monthly, Weekly: The Curtis Hill Affair; Unplug: Hoosier National Forest; VSCO Girls

Michael, Julia, and Fabian are back this week and talking about the Curtis Hill scandal, Hoosier National Forest, VSCO girls, Waterside, and Emoji Me's.  https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/longform/curtis-hill https://www.wfyi.org/news/articles/no-criminal-charges-against-attorney-general-curtis-hill https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/best-of-indy/the-hoosier-national-forest https://www.thecut.com/2019/09/what-is-a-vsco-girl-anyway.html  

Episode 137: NapTown Fitness, Peter Brasovan

Peter Brasovan made his passion for fitness a career, by co-founding NapTown Fitness. Peter grew up in Merrillville, Indiana learning hard work through mentorship from great sports coaches and observing his entrepreneurial family. He played soccer at IUPUI and graduated with three degrees and a minor before touring around the United States for Playstation. After a few tours and an investment bet with his friends, Peter got a job with the White Sox and joined CrossFit Chicago. He decided to w...

Episode 137: Naptown Fitness, Peter Brasovan

Peter Brasovan made his passion for fitness a career, by co-founding NapTown Fitness. Peter grew up in Merrillville, Indiana learning hard work through mentorship from great sports coaches and observing his entrepreneurial family. He played soccer at IUPUI and graduated with three degrees and a minor before touring around the United States for Playstation. After a few tours and an investment bet with his friends, Peter got a job with the White Sox and joined CrossFit Chicago. He decided to w...

The Monthly, Weekly: Judges Gone Wild; Mural, Mural on the Walls; and Creepy Doorbell Videos

https://www.ibj.com/articles/discipline-charges-detail-judges-actions-on-night-of-downtown-shooting?utm_source=news-update&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=2019-10-11 https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/arts-and-culture/indy-mural-fest-not-mucking-around https://abc7ny.com/home/prowler-spent-three-hours-licking-doorbell-at-home/5033939/

Episode 136: Phil Powell, IU Kelley School of Business at IUPUI

“Education is a great way to uplift humanity.” Phil Powell, the Associate Dean of Academic Programs at the IU Kelley School of Business at IUPUI, is passionate about using higher education to cultivate talent for Indiana companies. Phil grew up wanting to change the world and discovered through trial and error that understanding markets was the most beneficial method. Now, as an enthusiastic economist, Phil discusses the juxtaposition that the US is currently experiencing: Better jobs and wo...

The Monthly, Weekly: Killer Ukrainian Dwarfs (Alleged), Indy-Style Pizza, and Bad Instagram Accounts

This is the first episode of our new show with Indianapolis Monthly, The Monthly, Weekly.  https://www.thecut.com/2019/10/kristina-barnett-adopted-child-real-life-orphan.html https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/arts-and-culture/circle-city/one-in-a-million-an-inspirational-story https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/?s=marijuana  

The Monthly, Weekly: Killer Ukrainian Dwarfs (Alleged), Indy-Style Pizza, and Bad Instagram Accounts

This is the first episode of our new show with Indianapolis Monthly, The Monthly, Weekly.  https://www.thecut.com/2019/10/kristina-barnett-adopted-child-real-life-orphan.html https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/arts-and-culture/circle-city/one-in-a-million-an-inspirational-story https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/?s=marijuana  

Episode 135: Ish Muhammad & Pamela Bliss

Channel your inner Van Gough as we dive into the diverse backgrounds of two of the artists selected to participate in Jiffy Lube's Every Part Matters arts initiative, Pamela Bliss and Ish Muhammad.. Pamela, who is most recognized for her Kurt Vonnegut and Reggie Miller murals, grew up in Indiana constantly drawing. Influenced by her math-loving father, she approaches her art technically from the “how” versus the “why” perspective. On the flip side, Ish Muhammad grew up in NYC on the lower ea...

Dismantling Systemic Racism with Brian Payne From CICF

How do we create an inclusive city? If anyone knows what it takes, it’s Brian Payne. Join us on Monday, September 9th for a lively discussion with Brian Payne, President and CEO at the Central Indiana Community Foundation and President of the Indianapolis Foundation. Find out how we can help create neighborhoods and environments that empower people, change systems that unfairly hold people back, and dismantle systemic racism. Get the scoop on what it takes to create an Inclusive City and hea...

Episode 134: MilesHerndon and Gavel, Daniel Herndon

Daniel Herndon’s story is one that reminds us of how many non-traditional paths have excellent outcomes, that a career is a concept, not a necessity, and how grit is essential for success. Daniel grew up as one of twelve children in the Sunshine Inn, his home during the week and a public music venue on the weekends. Although homeschooled, the variety of guests that would attend the music events at his home exposed him to many cultures. Daniel was a natural entrepreneur and was always creatin...

Episode 133: Transparency, Fabian, Hayley, & Jared

***BONUS EPISODE*** Catch up on what's been going on with the Drink Culture crew. It's been a crazy few months/weeks for Fabian, Jared, & Hayley so tune in for an update on what's been happening behind the scenes.  Drink Culture Website: https://www.drnkcltr.com Drink Culture Newsletter: https://www.drnkcltr.com/newsletter/ Drink Culture Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/drnkcltr Drink Culture Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkculturepodcast/ Drink Culture Facebook: https://ww...

Episode 132: Bluebeard, Tom Battista

From Margaritaville to Bluebeard and Amelia’s, Tom Battista has mastered being successful at just about anything he sets his mind to. Tom grew up in Indianapolis as the middle child of seven and grew up to protest in DC against the Vietnam war while attending Indiana University. Just before moving into the cabin full-time, Tom was asked to help with a rock festival at Bush Stadium. He learned how to be a great stage manager and followed the crew to tour with artists including David Bowie, Pa...

Episode 131: Madam Walker Legacy Center, Judith Thomas

The woman behind the revitalization of the Madam Walker Legacy Center, Judith Thomas, joins us to share her story and the past, present, and future of the Madam Walker Legacy Center. Although Judith’s story begins in Gary, Indiana, her lineage is from the south. While researching her family, she discovered their painful history. Accordingly, since she also learned strong leadership skills from her trailblazing mother, Judith has continually taken leadership roles to improve her community. In...

Episode 130: Indianapolis Parks Foundation, Jenny Cash

The Monon Trail and Eagle Creek Park are only a fraction of Indianapolis’ 211 parks and 63 miles of greenways. Tune in as Jenny Cash, VP of Development and Public Relations for the Indianapolis Parks Foundation, shares her story and the extensive work completed behind the scenes for Indy’s parks. Like a true Hoosier, the professional cowbell player grew up in Evansville, Indiana and attended Indiana University. After a life-changing internship with the American Jr. Golf Association, Jenny gr...

Episode 129: Union Western Clothing, Jerry Lee Atwood

From learning how to "paint with thread" while working in a coffee shop to dressing Post Malone, Lil Nas X, and The Highwomen, Indiana's Jerry Lee Atwood is now the lead tailor, embroiderer and rhinestone wrangler of Union Western Clothing. Jerry Lee Atwood (a name you can only say in its fullest) and his partner Joe David Walters create custom western wear garments as Union Western Clothing. Jerry Lee Atwood's childhood in Indiana played to the soundtrack of his father's thousands of countr...

Episode 128: Guide & Anchor, Joey and Sara Jean Potts

Two artists meet at a bar… Fortunately, this week’s episode is no joke because we hear the stories of Illustrator Joey Potts and Animator and Art Director Sara Jean Potts from Guide & Anchor. Sara’s story starts in upstate New York, where MTV inspired her interest in experimental film and led her to move to Chicago for school (#trainball). Joey went to school in Baltimore for illustration before moving to Chicago to get plugged into its art scene, which is where he met Sara while she was bar...

Episode 127: IndyGo - The Red Line, Lauren Day & Brandon Evans

By now, you’ve surely noticed that Indianapolis is getting ready to step up their public transportation game. Love it or hate it, The Red Line is coming. Join Lauren Day, Director of Public Relations for IndyGo, and Brandon Evans, Public Engagement Manager for IndyGo, as we answer the real questions about what’s happening with public transportation in Indianapolis. Including: What is Bus Rapid Transit? Why the color red? What’s the economic impact of this change? And, how will this affect tr...

Episode 126: Mr. Kinetik, Marc Williams

"You can live in many spaces." Rap artist, teacher, emcee, DJ, and Vice Principal, Mr. Kinetik, also known as Marc Williams, shares his story of how his passion has led him to be a leader in all of these spaces. When Marc was 15, he began freestyle rapping with his friends under the name Mr. Kinetik. The Butler Bulldog aspired to follow his stage name and pursue a degree in physics but turned to Recording Industry Studies after recognizing that it was his true passion. After graduation, Marc...