About this episode
In this episode, I interview Keira Amstutz, leader of Indiana Humanities, to uncover the impact of public humanities on the Hoosier State. We delve into local culture, the importance of community engagement, and Keira's personal journey. Keira highlights key initiatives, from book clubs to Smithsonian exhibits, showcasing how Indiana Humanities enriches lives across all 92 counties. Tune in to learn about the essence of humanities and how these programs foster community connections. Listeners will learn about: The multifaceted role of Indiana Humanities and its community impact How to get involved in local cultural and literary events Opportunities for small towns to host significant exhibits and events Check out these great clips: 00:31 Meet Keira Amstutz: Impacting Hoosier Lives 01:24 Understanding the Humanities 01:58 Indiana Humanities: History and Mission 04:17 Cultural Development in Indianapolis 07:30 Literary Renaissance in Indiana 09:56 Connecting Communities Through Humanities 11:07 Programs and Initiatives 17:02 Novel Conversations: Free Book Club Kits 21:11 Chew on This: Statewide Dinner Parties 28:51 Supporting Indiana's Cultural Ecosystem 32:10 Podcasting and Online Interests 32:18 Creative and Memorable Grants 34:00 Impacting the State Through Grants 35:30 Understanding Humanities 38:37 Civics and Democracy Initiatives 39:50 Smithsonian Exhibit Opportunity 43:23 Indiana Authors Awards and Programs 45:04 Holiday Gifting and Hoosier Books 46:19 Fun Segments and Indiana Landmarks 51:23 Advice to Younger Self 54:43 Final Thoughts and Hidden Gems Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater . Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up .