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Retail Tobacco Access
June 29, 2017
The smoking rate in Indianapolis is nearly twice that of some of the healthiest cities in the nation, but is access to retail tobacco part of the problem? A new report reveals critical information on smoking in the Indianapolis metro area, and we'll have the latest on today's show. Our guests are Karen Frederickson Comer, Director of Collaborative Research and Health Geoinformatics at the Polis Center; Claire Fiddian-Green, Pres/CEO Fairbanks Foundation; and Dr. Virginia Caine, Director of the Marion County Public Health Department.
Ira Jaffee, the CEO of the JCC Indianapolis
June 27, 2017
Our guest today is Ira Jaffee, the CEO of the JCC Indianapolis, retiring after 33 years at the helm. Hear about the changes he's seen in Indianapolis' Jewish community and the community at large, from a place known for bringing diverse views together. He'll also share information from a new survey - the first in about 80 years - that helps determine not only the size of the Jewish population in the metro area, but its changing needs.
Tamika Catchings
June 22, 2017
This weekend Tamika Catchings, one of Indianapolis' most beloved athletes, will see her #24 jersey retired. Her life in Indy now includes not only a continuing career in professional basketball and as head of her foundation, but also as a new businesswoman. Today on No Limits, hear from Tamika what's keeping her busy and how the Fall Creek Business Collective will be welcoming her to the neighborhood this weekend. Our guests are Tea's Me Cafe manager Joi DeFrantz; Aaron Rambo, Taproom Manager of the new Mashcraft on Delaware location; and Steven Meyer, Exec Dir of King Park Development Corporation.
IN State Police Social Media
June 20, 2017
Indiana State Police Sgt. John Perrine is raising the bar when it comes to using social media to get important - and fun - messages out to the masses. Today on No Limits, we talk about Sgt. Perrine's viral video revealing the crazy safety device in your car, the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, and why his Twitter emoji game is so strong.
Ben's Ranch Foundation
June 15, 2017
Brose McVey, a man whose name is well-known in Indiana business and politics, is taking on another critical issue with a personal connection. McVey is looking for those passionate about helping young people struggling with mental health and addiction-related challenges through his Ben's Ranch Foundation. Named for McVey's son who lost his own battle with addiction, learn how the foundation goes in a different direction than the usual residential community model.
Naptown Get Down '70s Bar Crawl
June 13, 2017
From the telethon to save the Pacers to a gutsy new system of government and more, the chance for time travel is just around the corner for Hoosier history buffs. We'll check out the upcoming Naptown Get Down '70s Bar Crawl, checking out the forces that began changing the capital city from India-no-place to the live/work/fun destination it is today. Our guests are Ted Frantz, University of Indianapolis' Institute for Civic Leadership and Mayoral Archives; Leah Nahmias, Indiana Humanities; and Dan Shockley, Indiana Historical Society.
James Comey Testimony
June 8, 2017
NPR will broadcast live coverage of the testimony of former FBI Director James Comey before the US Senate Intelligence Committee. No Limits analyzes the testimony following NPR's coverage when it ends at 1:00 P.M. or thereafter, until 2:00 P.M. Our guests will be David Orentlicher, physician, attorney, and Constitutional Law professor; and Peter Rusthoven, partner at Barnes & Thornburg Indianapolis, as well as a former US Senate candidate and former associate counsel to the president, 1981-85.
Inaugural Crime Con
June 6, 2017
Are you a secret - or maybe not-so-secret - fan of true crime? Today on No Limits, we'll talk about the upcoming inaugural Crime Con true crime convention opening in Indianapolis this weekend. Our guests are Christine Mannina, IMPD officer and former homicide detective who now runs the department's program to teach middle and high schoolers about law enforcement; and Kevin Balfe, with convention organizer Red Seat Ventures.
Faith & Action Project
June 1, 2017
Poverty rates in Indianapolis exceed the national averages, especially when it comes to children. We look at a program encouraging solutions, and providing some of the financing to make them happen - the Faith & Action Project. Our guests are Jay Geshay, advisory board member, Faith & Action Project, Leah Gunning-Francis, vice president of academic affairs at Christian Theological Seminary, and Lindsey Rabinowitch, project director, Faith & Action Project.
Healthcare Changes
May 30, 2017
Today we are kicking off No Limits' coordinated conversations with the ongoing Side Effects reporting on health coverage, especially as it pertains to low-income Hoosiers. Our guests for this show are Mark Fairchild, Director of Public Policy for Covering Kids and Families, and physician/attorney/former state representative David Orentlicher.
Big Memorial Day Weekend
May 25, 2017
Indianapolis is gearing up for the biggest weekend of the year, with celebrations surrounding both the 101st running of the Indianapolis 500, and Memorial Day. But the agencies charged with promoting the Circle City to the rest of the world aren't just thinking of out-of-town guests. They want Hoosiers to know about the wide array of activity choices throughout the long weekend. Our guests on No Limits will be Chris Gahl, Senior Vice President of Visit Indy, and Bob Schultz, Vice President of Downtown Indy.
Women4Change
May 23, 2017
In the wake of the November general election, a non-partisan group of women formed to create change in the representation of Hoosier women across not only the political spectrum, but in other areas as well. We'll talk with the founders of Women4Change Indiana, Rabbi Sandy Sasso and Jennifer Nelson Williams to learn what prompted them to lead this new movement and what the hopes of its members are moving forward.
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