Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast
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.
Episodes
In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, Indiana’s $3 billion tourism industry takes center stage as new attractions and rural destinations boost economic development. Indiana Destination Development Corporation Interim CEO Amy Howell explains how tourism is opening doors for talent and business growth.
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Fishers-based Arrive AI rings the Nasdaq bell and expands its drone delivery network to India.
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June 29, 2025 • 27 mins
Indy’s basketball momentum rolls on. After heartbreak in the NBA Finals, all eyes turn to Caitlin Clark and the WNBA All-Star Game — promising millions in economic impact. Gary Dick sits down with Pacers Sports & Entertainment CEO Mel Raines on the city’s vision to become the epicenter of women’s sports. Also on the show:
– Jim Schellinger introduces Indy Economic Development and a bold plan to land more corporate HQs.– Purdue Glo...
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June 23, 2025 • 23 mins
In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, the Indiana Pacers’ magical NBA Finals run fuels a $20 million economic surge in downtown Indianapolis. Visit Indy’s Chris Gahl joins us to break down the tourism, hotel, and brand impact across Central Indiana.
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Michigan City opens its long-awaited South Shore Double Track station, catalyzing nearly $1 billion in private development.
Gary’s U.S. Steel plant prepare...
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June 15, 2025 • 23 mins
The Indiana Pacers’ NBA Finals run has delivered more than excitement—it’s driven millions into the central Indiana economy. From sold-out hotels and surging merchandise sales to global exposure for Fishers-based Spokenote, the postseason has turned Hoosier business into a national headline. Indianapolis International Airport breaks ground on a $206 million Westin hotel, adding jobs and convenience. Airline leaders gather in Indy, ...
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June 8, 2025 • 23 mins
This week on Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, downtown Indianapolis scores big as the Pacers advance to the NBA Finals, boosting the city’s $4 billion sports tourism economy. Pacers Sports & Entertainment CEO Mel Raines shares what this moment means for the franchise, the fanbase and Indiana’s basketball legacy.
Also in this episode:
• Indianapolis lands the 2028 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials at Lucas Oil Stadium.
• Lif...
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June 1, 2025 • 23 mins
This week on Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, we reflect on the life and legacy of Colts owner Jim Irsay, who passed away just days before the 109th running of the Indy 500. Former head coach Rick Venturi shares personal stories from four decades alongside Irsay — highlighting his passion for football, music, and the city of Indianapolis.
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A behind-the-scenes look at his legendary rock and roll me...
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May 25, 2025 • 23 mins
In the final installment of our “Business at the Brickyard” series, Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick wraps up the month of May from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway—where racing, culture, and commerce collide.
In this episode:
The Indy 500 sells out for the first time since 2016, lifting the local TV blackout.
Penske Entertainment CEO Mark Miles discusses the momentum behind IndyCar and a new media partnership with Fo...
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May 18, 2025 • 23 mins
On this week’s Inside Indiana Business with Gerry Dick, we continue our “Business at the Brickyard” series from the newly renovated Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. The $60 million overhaul is already drawing crowds and boosting memberships, with new interactive exhibits, STEM learning opportunities and a major spotlight on Roger Penske’s legacy.
Penske Entertainment’s Allison Melangton joins Gerry to discuss how IndyCar is str...
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May 11, 2025 • 25 mins
In this edition of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, the business of motorsports is in full throttle as Business at the Brickyard continues. From Gasoline Alley to global headquarters for brands, we explore why Indiana is one of the top three motorsports hubs in the world. Veteran executive Rollie Helmling breaks down the industry’s $1 billion impact, and why Indy’s brand is key to future growth.
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• The hidden economi...
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May 4, 2025 • 23 mins
In this Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick special edition, the month of May roars to life at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway with the kickoff of Business at the Brickyard. As the 109th running of the Indy 500 approaches, we explore how motorsports is fueling Indiana’s economy to the tune of more than $1 billion annually. From Victory Circle to the new IMS Museum, the Speedway is more than just a race—it’s an economic engine.
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April 27, 2025 • 23 mins
In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, global innovation arrives in a bigger way in Indiana. Silicon Valley-based Plug and Play is expanding to the new IU Launch Accelerator at 16 Tech, aiming to recruit and grow life sciences startups in Indianapolis and connect them with Warsaw’s growing medtech hub. CEO Saeed Amidi says Indiana’s combination of university talent and global companies like Eli Lilly makes it a...
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April 20, 2025 • 23 mins
In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gary Dick, military might meets rural transformation. A $600 million private investment is on the horizon near the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Crane, Indiana, as 16 companies commit to a new munitions campus in Bloomfield. The project could bring thousands of jobs to southern Indiana and redefine economic growth in the region.
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A deeper look at how Crane is anchoring a natio...
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April 13, 2025 • 23 mins
In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gary Dick, we take off with big news in Indiana aviation: Carmel-based Republic Airways is merging with Mesa Air Group to form the second-largest regional airline in the U.S. The deal brings a major boost to Republic’s Carmel headquarters, a massive training center in Indianapolis, and continued momentum for Indiana’s aviation sector.
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How the $200 million Republic campus in Ca...
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April 6, 2025 • 23 mins
In this special episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, we take you inside the newly reimagined Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, which has just completed a $60.5 million renovation—and the results are nothing short of historic.
From race cars to rocket science, the museum now blends tradition with innovation, creating an immersive, interactive experience that tells the story of the Indy 500 like never before. And wi...
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March 30, 2025 • 24 mins
In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, we dive into Indiana’s booming life sciences sector, which hit a historic milestone in 2024—becoming the nation’s No. 1 exporter of life sciences products. A new BioCrossroads report reveals $27 billion in life sciences exports, a $21 billion pharmaceutical sector, and a 3,000-job increase statewide, with wages jumping to nearly $150,000 annually.
Plus, it’s March Madness...
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In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, we spotlight the Indiana-based startup MakeMyMove, which is luring remote workers from across the U.S. to cities like Noblesville, South Bend, and Evansville. Offering cash incentives, perks, and community engagement opportunities, the program has already helped more than 2,000 remote workers relocate, fueling economic growth and helping Indiana address its talent shortage...
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In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, we examine how Indiana’s 94,000 farmers are preparing for the spring planting season amid uncertain crop prices and potential tariffs. With China as the top importer of Hoosier soybeans and Mexico leading in corn imports, how will trade tensions impact Indiana’s $35 billion agriculture economy? We get insights from Indiana State Department of Agriculture Director Don Lamb ...
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In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, we explore the transformation of the Indiana State Fairgrounds into a year-round event destination. With 400 events annually—from conventions and sports tournaments to food competitions—the fairgrounds now generate a $330 million economic impact. We take an inside look at the investments fueling this growth and what it means for central Indiana’s economy.
Plus, Indiana’s f...
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March 2, 2025 • 23 mins
In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, we examine the lasting impact of the NFL Combine on Indianapolis. With the event injecting an estimated $9 million into the local economy, we explore how restaurants like St. Elmo Steakhouse and hotels across downtown are benefiting, and what it means for the city's future as a major sports hub.
Plus, the Combine is more than just an athletic showcase - it’s a proving gro...
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In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, we explore the legacy of Marvella Bayh - wife of former U.S. Senator Birch Bayh and a champion for women's rights - who was the inspiration behind Title IX. Now, her impact is growing even further with the creation of the Marvella Project, a first-of-its-kind, $100 million girls-focused athletic and leadership complex in Northwest Indiana.
Former Indiana Governor and U.S....
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