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Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast

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Inside INdiana Business is the statewide leader for Indiana business news. Every week, we spotlight the top business news stories, highlight new companies and emerging technology and feature exclusive interviews with the biggest names in Indiana business.

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Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 8/21

August 25, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MB

Close to six months after the pandemic hit, how is Indiana's economy faring? We take a look at a far from traditional Indy 500; downtown Attica fights to make a comeback; we introduce you to a new tenant for the 16 Tech Innovation District; a Purdue Research Park company zeroes in on air quality; how high-tech are Indiana's manufacturing companies; Anderson University looks to become a cybersecurity leader; and we preview Devour Indy Summerfest.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 8/14

August 18, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 49.4 MB

We look at the ripple effects of the Big Ten postponing fall sports; Tipton and Howard counties get the high-speed hookups; Bad Dad Brewing makes a name for itself in Grant County; Trendiana shines a spotlight on Black-owned businesses throughout the state; Johnson Memorial takes the wraps off its new emergency department; WGU Indiana hits two major milestones; a new project highlights Indiana's iconic high school gyms; and a fashion-based nonprofit continues to grow.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 8/7

August 11, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MB

A historic Indy 500 will have no fans in the stands; we take a deep dive into 16 Tech as it hits a major milestone – we'll look at the innovation hub's impact on the startup economy, food, community and more, as well as the more than two-decade road it has taken to this point; Ice Miller takes a look at race relations in the workplace; and we spotlight the World Food Championships in Indianapolis.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 7/31

August 04, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MB

Hospitals in rural Indiana are feeling the pinch from the pandemic; A major project in Fort Wayne comes a step closer to getting underway; A 17-year-old Hoosier entrepreneur looks to provide PPE for healthcare and nursing home employees; We take a look at the new Fishers AgriPark; The new president of DePauw University joins us to share her vision; An Indiana publishing company marks 20 years in business; Plus, we get a preview of the Indy Burger Battle.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 7/24

July 28, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

The state of real estate in the midst of a pandemic; Terre Haute gets a boost as it tries to rebound; an Indiana company looks to stop your next water leak; an event marketing company pivots thanks to COVID-19; a Hoosier company making a stress relief device flourishes during a tough time; Indiana Wesleyan offers up a unique educational opportunity; and golf's future stars come to Indiana as we spotlight the 2020 Western Amateur.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 7/17

July 21, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MB

Purdue-affiliated startups are having a remarkable year; we introduce you to UVNinja – an autonomous cleaning robot; an iconic Indiana beverage is experiencing a rebirth; a Carmel company is looking to protect travelers during a complicated time; IU researchers come up with a fabric that could be a medical game-changer; Indy-based Orbis Education talks about its rapid growth; and 10 sports startups join the Techstars Sports Accelerator program.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 7/10

July 14, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 48.1 MB

We get an economic outlook on the second half of 2020; an entrepreneur weighs in on the challenges of starting up during a pandemic; we visit an Indiana baseball bat company; Trendiana spotlights road trips for 10 bucks or less; the state's largest school system prepares for the upcoming year; a high-tech counseling center comes to Columbus; and Indy Eleven prepares to return to the soccer field.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 7/3

July 07, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 52.4 MB

Indiana launches a new office to breathe life back into the tourism industry; Purdue invests in Knox County entrepreneurship; Quaff ON! Brewing is making a big investment in Brown County; we talk to the new CEO of AgriNovus; we preview the upcoming season restart for the Pacers; what will the local effects be of a canceled Minor League Baseball season; a Purdue startup creates new hand-washing technology; and we preview the upcoming virtual Indyfluence event.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 6/26

June 30, 2020 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MB

We recap the Mira Awards, celebrating the best in Indiana's technology sector. We talk to the winners of the Trailblazer, Rising Entrepreneur, Scale-Up and Innovation of the Year award winners. Also, a Hoosier startup looks to make hospital beds safer; we talk to the incoming president of Wabash College; a motorsports nonprofit is moving to Indianapolis; and Sports Indiana undergoes a major rebranding.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 6/19

June 23, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MB

Indiana looks to support its businesses while getting back on track; what effects have the pandemic and protesting had on downtown Indy; Do-it-Best is reporting unprecedented demand; a West Lafayette restaurant changes the way it pays its servers; racial unrest sparks change in Indianapolis schools; Ivy Tech offers free classes to help the unemployed; we spotlight Super Shot in Fort Wayne; and what will it look like as Hoosier high school athletes return to action?

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 6/12

June 16, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MB

The Indiana Chamber of Commerce takes a look at how Indiana stands up against its competitors; a Purdue startup boasts an innovation in food; what's next for the now-canceled State Fair; Trendiana spotlights Father's Day gifts with Hoosier flavor; new tech aims to keep workers safe as they return to offices; what will the NBA look like when it tips off again; Saint-Mary-of-the-Woods College continues to defy the odds; and we shine a spotlight on Sky Outfitters.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 6/5

June 09, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 52.2 MB

Eli Lilly updates a major study on a COVID-19 antibody treatment, while IU and IU Health partner up on a web-based screening effort; Purdue researchers say they've come up with a new way to save space on your phone; we visit Oliver Winery in Bloomington; Butler's basketball coach weighs in on unrest following the killing of George Floyd; Women & Hi Tech continues its growth; and our COVID-19 Business Survival series continues with a look at how companies have been forced to innovate.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 5/29

June 02, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MB

Can Indiana tourism rebound this summer? Holiday World details its reopening plans; a year after spinning off, Corteva Agriscience gives an update; Trendiana spotlights spirits in Indiana; Grand Park takes part in a big youth sports safety study; POINT Biopharma talks about its big investment plans in Indiana; and a former Simon Property Group executive follows his passion into golf.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 5/22

May 26, 2020 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MB

We talk with Roger Penske about what would have been race weekend, head to Speedway to learn about the impact there and talk to a motorsports insider about the future of racing; we look at a high-tech social distancing tool with Indiana connections; we talk to the co-owner of a bar that had to close in the wake of the pandemic; community health centers continue to play a pivotal role in the balle against COVID-19; and Hoosier businesses prepare for a post-pandemic workforce.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 5/15

May 19, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MB

We take a look at the pandemic's effects on Indiana's prominent farming industry; some big names come together on a playbook for returning to work; a new study looks at how widespread COVID-19 is in the state, while we also check in with different regions; we look at the impact on the sports industry, including Westfield's Grand Park and the Pacers' esports team; and, we take a deep dive into the role of philanthropy in an economic comeback.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 5/8

May 12, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MB

Republic Airways tries to navigate the pandemic fallout; Saab is seeking growth at Purdue's Discovery Park; Catalent in Bloomington looks to be part of an ultimate vaccine solution; some truckers are scrambling to find freight; Indiana's golf industry is faring better than many others during lockdown; the International Center updates its agenda; and an Indianapolis pediatrician and mom taps into her entrepreneurial spirit to make your mealtime safer.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 5/1

May 05, 2020 10:00 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MB

Purdue President Mitch Daniels outlines plans for a return to campus; a Carmel company responds to the call for more COVID-19 testing; could the pandemic lead to a comeback for drive-in theaters; we spotlight ways to celebrate Mother's Day in our current conditions; a new report focuses on the economic impact of COVID-19 on hospitals; we talk to the winners of the Innovate WithIN competition; and our KSM Economic Panel looks business survival in the wake of the pandemic.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 4/24

April 28, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MB

We put a focus on IU's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with interviews with IU's president, the head of IU Health and the university's incoming athletic director. Indiana's secretary of commerce talks about the state's current business climate; the Purdue Research Foundation lends its resources to the coronavirus fight; a homegrown Indiana company looks to protect vulnerable nursing homes; we spotlight 1st Maker Space; and, we look at how an Indiana puzzle maker is keeping up with sudden ...

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 4/17

April 21, 2020 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MB

How is Indianapolis International Airport dealing with the coronavirus pandemic? Hoosier businesses continue to answer the call to support the response to COVID-19; we look at the outbreak's continuing impact on venture capital, small businesses and professional sports teams; Putnam County's "Mask Mommas" help fill a critical need; and an effort to make choosing a school easier adapts to the new landscape.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 4/10

April 14, 2020 10:00 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MB

The CEO of Cummins talks about tough decisions in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic; GM prepares to make ventilators in Indiana; northeast Indiana startups get some help in an uncertain time; we take a look at the impact of the coronavirus in Indiana's rural cities; Lessonly earns major funding; with traditional sports going dark, esports steps up; plasma is playing a key role in treating COVID-19; and we continue to look at how the pandemic is affecting areas including mental health and edu...

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 4/3

April 07, 2020 10:00 - 40 minutes - 54.9 MB

The latest on the response to and fallout from the coronavirus pandemic in Indiana. Governor Eric Holcomb joins us to detail the state's strategy moving forward and how Hoosier businesses are stepping up to help. We'll also look at the outbreak's impact on workforce development, the Indy 500, and your personal finances. We'll also talk about how the pandemic is impacting mental health, and how pets can help make the process easier.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 3/27

March 31, 2020 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51 MB

More comprehensive coverage of the coronavirus in Indiana, including the latest on the pandemic's impact on Hoosier health, the economy, the nonprofit sector and Indiana tourism. Eli Lilly's chief scientific officer will give us an update on what the pharmaceutical giant is doing to help. Also this week, we look at the state of the Internet of Things in Indiana and spotlight a special teacher's parade.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 3/20

March 24, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MB

We continue comprehensive coverage of coronavirus in Indiana. We'll hear what the state and companies including Roche, Eli Lilly and Hotel Tango are doing to fight the outbreak; Noblesville's new mayor talks about the state of the city; we spotlight a new model for dental insurance; The Innovators With Dr. K returns; a coffeehouse with a unique purpose expands; is e-learning the future of education; and our INsiders take on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 3/13

March 17, 2020 10:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

A special all women edition of the Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: How are we empowering today's young women? A look at coronavirus in the workplace; a spotlight on "A Sign By Design"; we take you inside Launch Terre Haute; Indiana celebrates National Women's Month; a new nonprofit aims to help cancer survivors; a year-long program seeks to advance Indy women; one-on-one with Madame C.J. Walker's great-great granddaughter; and a special INsiders panel offers perspective on top wo...

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 3/6

March 10, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MB

How might coronavirus fears impact Indiana’s economy? We spotlight a homegrown ride-sharing platform; what impact could a new southern Indiana interstate have; we get an update on the state of commercial real estate; a small-town carwash presents a big opportunity. An Indiana sports performance center continues to grow. And our INsiders take on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 2/28

March 03, 2020 16:00 - 35 minutes - 48.3 MB

A healthcare partnership is keeping school employees healthy and saving the district millions; Indianapolis is now on the clock for NBA All-Star weekend; the Indiana Commission for Higher Education unveils its latest strategic plan; an adaptive sports program lands more funding; the NFL Scouting Combine will continue to call Indy home; we spotlight the ongoing evolution of Espots; and our panel of INsiders takes on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 2/21

February 25, 2020 16:00 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MB

Indiana celebrates a record year in venture capital; Purdue President Mitch Daniels wants students to get a Fast Start; we talk with Madame C.J. Walker's great-great granddaughter; the Patachou Foundation continues its work to feed hungry students; Goodwill celebrates a major donation; we preview the 2020 Horizon League Basketball Championships; and our panel of INsiders takes on the top business stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 2/14

February 18, 2020 16:00 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MB

Important updates to the 16 Tech Innovation District development; Fort Wayne's Electric Works development lands an anchor tenant; new homegrown tech looks to better connect citizens and public safety; we get an update at the midway point of the legislative session; Circle City Broadcasting's owner talks local partnerships; Lucas Oil Stadium earns praise for sensory inclusion; and our panel of INsiders takes on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 2/7

February 11, 2020 16:00 - 33 minutes - 45.5 MB

A major conference and a new airline land in Indianapolis; we take you inside the new Fishers Test Kitchen; Trendiana takes a look at hidden food gems in small towns; we shine a spotlight on an effort to help Hoosier workers with drug issues; Girls Inc. marks a major milestone; a Ball State professor plays a role in the NBA All-Star Game; and our panel of INsiders weighs in on the top business stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 1/31

February 04, 2020 16:00 - 33 minutes - 45.3 MB

Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb joins us to talk about the state of the Indiana economy, nonstop flights, his 2020 Next Level Agenda and more; we get an update on tourism in Indianapolis; the Indiana State Museum takes on the opioid crisis; Indiana's online university inks a key partnership; we talk to the retiring commissioner of the IHSAA; and, our panel of INsiders weighs in on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 1/24

January 28, 2020 16:00 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MB

Big things are happening in Evansville…the mayor joins us with a rundown. IU dedicates its new supercomputer; what does the 2020 real estate market look like in Indiana; the Indiana Sports Corp wants you IN the Game; Tyner Pond Farm goes organic; Canada’s consul general talks about the country’s relationship with Indiana; and our panel of INsiders weighs in on the top stories in business.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 1/17

January 21, 2020 16:00 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MB

How is sports betting going so far in Indiana? The state unveils what it calls the ultimate 2020 travel experience; Titus Bakery celebrates 40 years; we introduce you to the Purdue Playground; new survey data shines a spotlight on Indiana student debt; work continues on the 2022 college football playoff in Indianapolis; and our INsiders take on the top business stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 1/10

January 14, 2020 16:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MB

This week we interview new Indianapolis Motor Speedway owner Roger Penske - what upgrades and other developments can we expect? The president of the Indiana Chamber previews the legislative session; Trendiana takes a look at 2020 food trends; can a blood test predict cancer relapse; a big name in Indy college athletics is retiring; and, our INsiders give perspective on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 1/3

January 07, 2020 16:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MB

Ball State University economist Mike Hicks takes a look at the year ahead...how will Indiana are? We talk to the new head of the Indiana Retail Council; Brownsburg welcomes a $40 million game-changing downtown development; Hot Room yoga continues to stretch its Indianapolis reach; we take a look at what 2020 will bring in Indiana sports; and our panel of INsiders takes on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 12/20

December 24, 2019 16:00 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

We preview the Indiana Global Economic Summit; Easterseals Crossroads sees success with a new fundraising tool; Trendiana shines a spotlight on Indiana’s international food offerings; a company focused on improving your hearing is on The INnovators With Dr. K; a Hoosier organ donor takes the national spotlight; Marian University Athletics sees historic success; and we look back at 2019 and ahead to 2020 in our (i) on Economic Development segment.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 12/13

December 17, 2019 16:00 - 35 minutes - 48.3 MB

What is the state of trucking in the wake of Celadon's bankruptcy; a Purdue pavement project could save money and reduce traffic; a state effort looks to promote Indiana as the best place to live and visit; the Colts want you to give the gift of life this holiday season; Marian University targets the teacher shortage; we preview the upcoming Hall of Fame Classic; and our INsiders take on the top business stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 12/6

December 10, 2019 16:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MB

We introduce you to the Drink Culture podcast; we focus on entrepreneurship with a spotlight on the Heritage Group Accelerator; ClusterTruck inks a key deal for its future; can new technology prevent injuries in active duty firefighters; we talk to a company that builds and runs in-school makerspaces; we spotlight an online training platform for referees; and a special edition of the INsiders focusing on agbioscience.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 11/29

December 03, 2019 16:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MB

What can retailers expect for the 2019 holiday shopping season? A prominent women’s business organization will honor Hoosier visionaries; we talk to the new coach of the Indiana Fever; a big data project brings health and education together; efforts continue to train early childhood care workers; a Division II bowl game is coming to northwest Indiana; and our INsiders take on the good and bad of the week in Indiana business news.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 11/22

November 26, 2019 16:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MB

Big things are happening in Terre Haute, including a history-making chamber president; we preview the legislative session beginning in January; Trendiana spotlights Indiana's iconic eats; the NCAA speaks out on new student-athlete rules; IU Health's CEO talks about a $100 million investment; the INnovators With Dr. K looks at an orthodontist online marketplace; and, our INsiders weigh in on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 11/15

November 19, 2019 16:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MB

The Infosys Education Center crosses a big milestone; how can businesses help build the workforce of tomorrow; there's a change at the top of one of Indiana's oldest tech companies; a new resource guide will help schools access fresh, local food; Simon Youth Foundation celebrates an anniversary; Butler opens an esports and gaming lounge; and, we take a deep dive on Boomers, GenXers and Millennials in the workplace.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 11/8

November 12, 2019 16:00 - 35 minutes - 49.1 MB

Blockbuster news as the Indianapolis MOtor Speedway and the IndyCar Series are sold to Penske - we learn what it means from Hulman and Co.'s CEO as well as our own Bill Benner, and we talk about the upcoming autonomous challenge at the Speedway; we talk to another Tech Culture Award winner; a Hoosier organization looks to teach life skills to people with disabilities; we spotlight a summer construction camp; and our panel of INsiders takes on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 11/1

November 05, 2019 14:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MB

We’re on the road exploring northwest Indiana with a special show from the Mascot Hall of Fame in Whiting. We take a look at the state of the economy and the steel industry in the region; The CEO of the Center of Workforce Innovations talks about workforce development efforts; A Portage-based peanut butter producer is growing; Indiana Dunes Tourism is on the rise; We hear why the grass is greener in Indiana; And a special panel of Insiders looks at all things northwest Indiana.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 10/25

October 29, 2019 13:00 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MB

The National FFA convention returns; we go Inside INnovation with Covideo; the Indiana’s Future-Ready Workforce series looks at the Indiana Teacher of the Year; a Logansport company heads to Walmart; IU marks two years of one of its Grand Challenges; a new preschool opens in a former Marsh; and our (i) on Economic Development panel looks at the state of manufacturing.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 10/18

October 22, 2019 15:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MB

A $1.4 billion project hits a major snag; we preview the Indiana Conference For Women; the Hamilton County Humane Society considers expansion plans; Indy has a new option for virtual vet visits; we get an update on Indiana’s early college promise program; Indiana State University puts a focus on athletics; and our weekly panel of INsiders takes on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 10/11

October 15, 2019 15:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MB

Indiana leaders travel the world to attract new jobs; Genesys is recognized for its social impact; the Hoosier Lottery celebrates 30 years; the Indiana Chamber and Anthem look to lower premiums; we spotlight a Grant County aviation academy; plans continue to take shape for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis; and our panel of INsiders provides perspective on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 10/4

October 08, 2019 15:00 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MB

Indianapolis International Airport is again reporting record traffic; we talk to Powderkeg’s Top-Rated Emerging Culture Winner; Bosma Enterprises’ new CEO outlines his plans; Trendiana celebrates fall in Indiana; IU’s med school lands a major grant; an Indy company details a new memory care option; and a special edition of the INsiders looks at Indiana National Lab Day.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 9/27

October 01, 2019 15:00 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MB

An Indianapolis tech platform lands a major investment; the Indiana Pacers are making a historic trip to India; IU Ventures moves forward with its new name; Concerts For a Cause continues to crow; can art increase what we know about hot flashes; IUPUC's nursing program goes high-tech; and our INsiders weigh in on the top stories of the week.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 9/20

September 24, 2019 15:00 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MB

What does the GM strike mean for plants throughout Indiana? Powderkeg names its Tech Culture Award winners; We take you inside one of Indy’s newest seafood restaurant offerings; the INnovators With Dr. K checks in with Coatchex; the Regenstrief Institute continues to innovate; we spotlight the largest youth soccer club in the state; and our INsiders weigh in on the week’s top stories.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 9/13

September 17, 2019 15:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MB

Fort Wayne returns to its historical riverfront; Conexus looks to give manufacturing a makeover; how can Indiana catch up on recycling; IU Kelley introduces a medical management program; a grant will fund a scholarship targeting the public good; we meet a professional pickleballer; and, we examine if Indiana is prepared to weather a potential recession.

Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast: Weekend of 9/6

September 10, 2019 15:00 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MB

What does legal sports betting mean for Indiana? A Hoosier tech company unveils its latest offering; a company serving commercial kitchens continues its growth; Trendiana looks at destination shopping throughout the state; a home-grown company looks to make school water safer; we preview the Indy Women in Tech Championship; and, our INsiders weigh in on the top stories of the week.