Week of 2/23/2025: Marvella Bayh’s Legacy with Evan Bayh, Indiana’s Youth Sports Boom, and the State’s Best Croissants

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. Senator Evan Bayh joins us to discuss his mother’s enduring influence, the significance of this massive sports facility at Fair Oaks Farms, and how it will shape the future of girls’ athletics and leadership in America. Plus: The economic impact of the Marvella Project, expected to create 1,000 jobs and boost regional tourism. A look at the history behind Title IX and how Marvella’s own experiences inspired the groundbreaking legislation. How Indiana businesses are engaging with young Hoosiers to inspire careers in engineering and manufacturing. A major shake-up in Indiana’s dining scene: Gray Brothers Cafeteria looks to sell, while  Yelp's Brittany Smith shares Hoosier restaurants make waves with high-end French cuisine. Also in this episode: Fort Wayne’s ambitious plans for a $36 million youth sports venue. The new $110 million IU Indianapolis arena, "The Jim," honors civic leader Jim Morris. A big economic win for Indiana’s ports, which moved near-record cargo levels. A Fort Wayne-based startup is tackling canine dental health with a revolutionary new product.