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The Power of Orange: 100 Years of Easter Seals

The Power of Orange: 100 Years of Easter Seals - 10:37

What began in 1919 out of a father's grief has sustained now for a century and shows no signs of slowing down. Easter Seals now devotes time, energy and resources to helping all kinds of people with all kinds of abilities achieve all kinds of possibilities. President of Easter Seals Crossroads in Indianapolis, Patrick Sandy discusses the history of Easter Seals and the plethora of programs and people it serves today. Interview filmed on May 29, 2019 at the Indiana State Museum.

Style Inspired: A Conversation with Desiginer Yemisi Sanni

Style Inspired: A Conversation with Desiginer Yemisi Sanni - 10:31

A native of the Yoruba tribe from Lagos, Nigeria, designer and entrepreneur Yemisi Sanni was "born into a heritage that reveres art and where fashion is a part of the cultural tradition". Today Yemisi stands out among her peers as an artist who loves to tailor and loves to push her limits to the next level. Get to know Yemisi in this conversation with host Talor Whitaker. Her work can be seen on display at the "Color of Style"exhibit at the Indiana State Museum. Interview filmed on May 29. 2019 at the Indiana State Museum.

Break the Cycle: Mobilizing Child Advocates (Part I)

Break the Cycle: Mobilizing Child Advocates (Part I) - 9:01

Watch Break the Cycle: Mobilizing Child Advocates (Part II)

Break the Cycle: Mobilizing Child Advocates (Part II)

Break the Cycle: Mobilizing Child Advocates (Part II) - 13:16

So, what is it like to be a court appointed volunteer for Child Advocates? Radio Now 100.9's co-host at The Joe & Alex Show, Alex Clark, knows! Clark sits down with host Talor Whitaker to highlight her journey to becoming a Child Advocate and what has surprised her the most throughout the process in the Part II of "Break the Cycle: Mobilizing Child Advocates. Watch Break the Cycle: Mobilizing Child Advocates (Part I) Interview filmed on May 29, 2019 at the Indiana State Museum.

Building A Team: How Indianapolis Attracts Job Talent

Building A Team: How Indianapolis Attracts Job Talent - 7:36

Looking for new talent to bring into your business? With numerous economic sectors growing at such a rapid pace you may feel that quality over quanity, when it comes to applicants, is hard to come by. Moreoverthe emerging workforce largely comes from the Millennial and Gen Z generations who demand more than just a job, they want the whole package. Merillat Flowers at TechPoint sits down with host Talor Whitaker to discuss the pain points of attracting talent in today's market and how a more holistic approach to staffing seems to be the cure. Interview filmed on May 29, 2019 at the Indiana State Museum. Thumbnail provided by rawpixel.com from Pexels.

A Common Thread: A Close Look at Color in Fashion's History

A Common Thread: A Close Look at Color in Fashion's History - 6:54

A brand new experience is currently up for grabs at the Indiana State Museum via their limited-run exhibit, "Color of Style". Curated by Meghan Smith, "Color of Style" will allow you to "discover how who we are shapes how we dress and the colors we choose to wear". Host Talor Whitaker talks to Smith about the exhibit's curation; highlighting participating designers and creators from the Hoosier state that can be discovered through the display and how exactly color has impacted, and permeated through, our culture over time. Interview filmed on May 29, 2019 at the Indiana State Museum. Thumbnail by Juan Mendez at Pexels.

Blogger Spotlight: Kathleen Post

Blogger Spotlight: Kathleen Post - 10:07

Stopping by to give us a summer fashion report is Indy's premiere fashion and lifestyle blogger, Kathleen Post. Host Talor Whitaker gives you a peek inside Post's life and journey through the blogger-sphere via her creation "Lemon Blonde Blog". Elsewhere, Post provides a glimpse into top trends for summer and beyond. Interview filmed on May 29, 2019 at the Indiana State Museum.

Author Spotlight: Jordan Lee Dooley

Author Spotlight: Jordan Lee Dooley - 11:34

Author, blogger, speaker and entrepreneur Jordan Lee Dooley sits down with host Talor Whitaker to discuss the recent launch of her new book, "Own Your Everyday". Dooley, 25, opens up about her mission behind the book, her hopes for the book, and some feedback on the book from those closest to her. Interview filmed on May 29, 2019 at the Indiana State Museum.

Bringing a Millennial Voice to the Statehouse

Bringing a Millennial Voice to the Statehouse - 5:00

Freshman legislator Chris Chyung highlights his road to the statehouse; from campaigning to lawmaking and bringing a millennial voice to the statehouse. Interview filmed March 20, 2019.

From Marine Corps Infantry to Indiana State Lawmaker: Meet Representative Ross D...

From Marine Corps Infantry to Indiana State Lawmaker: Meet Representative Ross D... - 5:03

Indiana State Representative Ross Deal (D-7) is a new face around the statehouse but brings with him a plethora of experience. From Mishawaka, Mr. Deal served in the United States Marine Corp from 1975-1978 before attending the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy and establishing himself as class president. Following graduation from ILEA, Deal served as a member of the Mishawaka Police Department from 1981-1991; rising to the rank of captain. Today, Deal works as an insurance agent. He recently resigned from the Mishawaka Common Council in 2018 after serving two years. He previously served on the same council from 2008-2011. Representative Deal succeeds Joe Taylor III as the new 7th District representative in the Indiana House. Interview filmed on March 20, 2019.

Addressing Indiana's Maternal Mortality Rate

Addressing Indiana's Maternal Mortality Rate - 4:59

In the United States, nearly 21 women die for every 100,000 births; Indiana's maternal mortality rate is more than double that. The United Health Foundation's America's Health Rankings Report, which uses data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, defines maternal mortality as when a women dies during pregnancy or within 42 days postpartum. In 2016, the most recent data year available, 50 women in Indiana died from pregnancy and birth related complications. The Indiana State Department of Health proves this rate is not showing signs of slowing. Representative Vanessa Summers has joined a committee to study this trend thanks to a bill put forth by Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb and stops by to discuss the details. For more information on this topic, please readWhy New Mothers in Indiana are Dying at One of the Nation's Highest Rates. Interview filmed on March 19, 2019.

Indy Works to Develop Next Generation of Leaders

Indy Works to Develop Next Generation of Leaders - 8:12

Interview conducted on July 25, 2018 at Conner Prairie in Fishers, IN. Photo by Fox from Pexels.

The Impact of Recreational Opportunities in Logansport

The Impact of Recreational Opportunities in Logansport - 5:11

Interview conducted at French Lick Resort and Casino on October 2, 2018.

Internet Essentials Adopts Qualified U.S. Military Veterans

Internet Essentials Adopts Qualified U.S. Military Veterans - 6:51

Internet Essentials

Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Jose M. Hernandez

Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Jose M. Hernandez - 5:54

The life of Jose M. Hernandez began very differently than where it is today. Jose and his family were migrant farm workers that followed the harvest from Mexico; up into northern California for 9 months out of every year. While his life began in Stockton, CA, he has persevered all the way into outer space. Comcast Newsmakers Field Correspondent highlights his incredible journey in celebration of the Latino community and the successes of Indiana's own Indiana Latino Institute during Hispanic Heritage Month . For more on who inspired Jose, check out this NASA Feature .

Building Leaders in the Hispanic Community

Building Leaders in the Hispanic Community - 5:49

Amid the embittered, national debate over immigration policy, the Indiana Latino Institute reaffirms their commitment to building leaders and celebrating cultural advancement within the Latino community.

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