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Vaping
September 19, 2019
Vaping is often touted as a way to quit tobacco, but recent reports on lung illness and a surge in popularity among youth have made a lot of people worried about its own health effects. Products like Juul have been marketed to teens, but contain high levels of addictive nicotine. And the state says youth vaping has increased by more than 300 percent since 2012.
Addiction Treatment
September 17, 2019
Breaking the cycle of addiction is a challenge. For people trying to overcome an addiction, the process can be long and arduous. So when some addiction clinics market treatments that claim to provide fast and sweeping results - the appeal is clear. But are these claims backed by science?
New License Requirements for Indiana Teachers
September 12, 2019
A new requirement tied to teacher licenses in Indiana, which mandates several hours of "career-awareness training," has raised concerns for teachers and school leaders around the state. Today on All IN we talk about changes happening to professional development in schools.
RVs and Recessions
September 10, 2019
Thousands of Hoosiers are employed building, selling, and repairing RVs. But as we saw in the mid to late 2000s, the RV industry is a strong economic indicator. When its sales go down, we should all take note. Today on All IN, we look at what we can learn about the economy from the RV industry.
The Brickyard 400
September 5, 2019
On this episode of All IN, host Matt Pelsor previews the Big Machine Vodka 400 (formerly the Brickyard 400) with Speedway president Doug Boles. They also discuss the history of NASCAR at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Matt also talks to Hoosier drivers Chase Briscoe and Ryan Newman about growing up racing in Indiana.
Food Deserts
September 3, 2019
For most of us, access to fresh, healthy food isnt something we have to think about--much less worry about. If you own a car or can afford a food delivery service, youre set. But for many low-income Hoosiers, a walk to the nearest grocery store can be a very long walk.
Domestic Violence
August 29, 2019
Domestic disputes are one of the most common calls police get. As many as 3 million incidents of domestic violence are reported in the United States every year, and its estimated that around twice that number of cases go unreported.
Youth Sports
August 28, 2019
Sports are one of the best ways to teach young people positive life lessons in a fun, engaging way. Teamwork, confidence, sportsmanship, skill-building, and so much more. So it makes sense that families invest in it, heavily, with their time and money. Host Matt Pelsor talks to local experts and advocates about the increasingly intense world of youth sports.
Evictions in Indiana
August 22, 2019
Evictions are high in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend; all three are among the top 20 cities in the US for evictions. The Princeton research collaborative "The Eviction Lab" has concluded that evictions are a cause, rather than a condition of poverty. "All IN" host Matt Pelsor speaks with a researcher from "The Eviction Lab," as well as local advocates for those facing eviction.
Mental Health Care in Schools
August 20, 2019
Host Matt Pelsor discusses mental healthcare within Indiana schools. What services should be available to Indiana students? Should mental healthcare be the responsibility of public schools? Matt sits down with legislators and mental health professionals to explore strategies to support students and schools.
Urban Forests
August 15, 2019
Communities across Indiana are thinking more about growing urban forests. These wooded areas help cities filter air, reduce heating and provide recreation. Today on All IN, host Jill Sheridan talks to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and learns about efforts to increase urban forests. We also connect with Hoosiers doing related work in their communities.
Transit in Indy
August 13, 2019
Mass transportation in Indianapolis is changing with the pending launch of the city's first rapid transit bus line. In this episode of All IN, we explore what it takes for a city, region or state to move mass transit systems in the right direction. Jill Sheridan is in for host Matt Pelsor. She talks to people involved in Indy's transit successes to discuss struggles still facing the region and look toward the future of mass transit in Indiana.
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