Best Small Town Dicks Podcasts (2025)

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Dead Weight 1:02:29

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A woman is stabbed dozens of times in her own home and left for dead. With little to go on, Detective Aaron must follow every possible lead—a boot print, a knife, a curiously timed trip across state lines, and a web of forensic evidence. This case is packed with twists and turns, but in the end, one thing matters most: ensuring the suspects are bro…

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Sipping Success: How Jill and Bryce Morrison Took Mom Water from a Small Town to Store Shelves 29:24

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From a pool side inspiration in the Dominican Republic to store shelves across the country, Jill and Bryce Morrison have turned a vacation idea into a nationally distributed sensation. They are the co-founders of Mom Water—fruit-infused vodka water that’s taken the alcohol industry by storm. In this episode, the couple from tiny Ferdinand, Indiana …

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From Madam C.J. Walker to the Joy Goddess: A conversation with A’Lelia Bundles 30:36

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In this episode, award-winning journalist and historian A’Lelia Bundles discusses her new biography, Joy Goddess: A’Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance. Bundles, the great-granddaughter of A’Lelia Walker and great-great-granddaughter of Madam C.J. Walker, shares what inspired her decades-long fascination with A’Lelia’s life — an iconic figure o…

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Dr. Kevin Mallinson, PhD, Nurse, and Author on Applying the Lessons Learned as a Firefighter to a Career of Serving and Empowering the Disenfranchised. Part 2 1:00:11

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Send us a text In Part 2, Kevin Mallinson shares how he applied the lessons he learned as a firefighter to a career in nursing. Earning a MSN and a PhD from John Hopkins. He spent much of his career helping find ways to combat the tragic consequences of the AIDS epidemic and provide comfort to those who were dying and their families, whether in the…

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New USI President Steven Bridges: Ready to meet the moment 28:12

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In this episode, we sit down with the new president of the University of Southern Indiana — and the first USI graduate to ever lead the university. Steven Bridges shares his vision, including the highly anticipated transition to Division I athletics and what it means for the campus community. We also dive into the challenges facing higher education…

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Deadlock 48:05

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Retired Detective Constable Ron is called to a crime scene as a hostage negotiator. A repeat offender facing drug charges has barricaded himself in an attic, refusing to surrender. As a crowd gathers outside, the standoff escalates—the suspect grows more erratic, and his threats against law enforcement become increasingly dangerous. With officers’ …

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Unintended Consequences 57:41

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A man viciously assaults his ex-girlfriend in a brutal, repeated act of violence. Determined to stop him for good, Prosecutor Kristin pours everything into building an airtight case. But once inside the courtroom, the proceedings take an unexpected turn, unraveling in ways she never could have predicted. With years of experience, Kristin knows how …

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Dr. Kevin Mallinson, PhD, Nurse, and Author on Being the First Openly Gay Fire Fighter in the U.S., Serving the Disenfranchised, and the Power of Asking Questions First. Part 1 56:11

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Send us a text Kevin Mallinson joined the Key West Fire Department in the early 1980’s, unaware he would be the first openly gay firefighter in the country. From his first day until his last, Kevin was physically and mentally assaulted, including attempts that could easily have ended in his death. Never backing down from who he was, he learned to d…

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Mitch Daniels talks new school, tariffs, NIL and more 37:04

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In this episode, former Purdue University President Mitch Daniels joins us for an inside look at the new $168 million Mitch Daniels School of Business at Purdue, which is now under construction. Daniels shares his vision for how the school will stand apart, producing a different kind of graduate. We also get his take on a range of timely topics, fr…

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Square One 1:01:31

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When a 9-year-old girl vanishes without a trace in 1984, a rural Canadian town is left reeling. Law enforcement quickly zeroes in on a suspect—a quiet, socially awkward neighbor. But as the case unfolds, doubts about his guilt emerge again and again. Decades later, Detective Sergeant Steve takes on the cold case. With the power of modern DNA techno…

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The Heartbeat of May – Inside the 500 Festival with CEO Bob Bryant 33:05

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May in Indianapolis is a month-long celebration of speed, tradition and community leading up to the iconic Indianapolis 500. At the heart of it all is the 500 Festival, a nonprofit fueling more than 30 community events and programs that are part what makes May in Indy so special. In this episode, 500 Festival CEO Bob Bryant talks about the organiza…

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Cold Blooded 53:21

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After years of adventure on their dream yacht, a retired couple decides to sell it and move closer to their grandchildren. The buyers—a charming young couple with a toddler—seem perfect. They don’t haggle on price; their only request is to take a trip on the yacht together so the sellers can show them the ropes. But after that outing, the retired c…

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Dick Bryan on Auctioneering, Real Estate, and Being a Living Part of the History of Lewes 47:49

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Send us a text Richard a.k.a. Dick Bryan seems to always have been a key part of Lewes. His life has mirrored the transition of the area, from agriculture to an economy based upon personal services and real estate. He was raised on a farm and later in town and, except for college, he’s never really left. He was here when the first traffic light arr…

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Ascension St. Vincent Carmel President Chad Dilley 31:02

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In this episode, we sit down with Ascension St. Vincent Carmel President Chad Dilley, to explore the fast-changing healthcare landscape in one of Indiana’s fastest-growing counties. From explosive population growth to game-changing technology, we unpack the trends shaping the future of care in Central Indiana and beyond. Chad also shares his person…

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Justice for Carla, Part 2 55:17

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In the conclusion of this two-part case, Paul Holes turns to DNA evidence in the search for Carla Walker’s real killer. But decades-old lab errors and missing samples threaten to derail the investigation. Despite the obstacles, the case finally reaches a definitive conclusion—answering the question once and for all: Who killed Carla Walker? Paul Ho…

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Mom on a Mission: BeeFree Founder Jennifer Wiese 31:26

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When Jennifer Wiese’s son was diagnosed with autism, she went to work, searching for ways to support his health. And she started in the kitchen. That journey led to the creation of BeeFree, a line of gluten-free snacks that began with trial-and-error recipes and has grown into a nationally distributed brand, found in the nation’s largest retailers.…

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Justice for Carla, Part 1 47:53

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In part one of this two-part case, our very own Paul Holes explains how a cold case from 1974 landed on his desk. Seventeen-year-old Carla Walker was brutally murdered on her way to a dance, and suspicion quickly fell on her boyfriend as his story kept changing. But when Paul conducts a revealing interview, the investigation takes a shocking turn. …

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Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam 31:46

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From a vibrant downtown to a burgeoning U.S. 31 corridor, Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam talks about her vision for a city that has undergone transformational change over the past three decades. Hear about her path to the mayor’s office and how she is approaching this new chapter with a fresh perspective while capitalizing on the momentum of her predecess…

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Lewes in Bloom Co-Chair Ed Zygmonski on How the 450 Volunteer Strong Organization Made Lewes an Internationally Recognized Site of Beauty 47:23

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Send us a text If Lewes has a look, it’s due in large part to Lewes in Bloom, the 450 member non-profit that plants, maintains, and waters 18 public gardens and 9 floral installations around town. Co-chair Ed Zygmonski explains the organizational structure they use to handle every annual challenge, whether is planting 31,000 tulips bulbs and anothe…

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Pat Brown: Oliver Winery CEO 29:48

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In this episode, we sit down with Pat Brown, the CEO of Bloomington-based Oliver Winery, which started as a small, family-owned operation, but has grown into one of the 30 largest wineries in the nation. Brown brings experience from some of the biggest consumer brands in the country, but this is his first venture into the alcohol industry. A former…

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Small Town Dicks Returns April 18 1:32

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The wait is over. Season 16 of Small Town Dicks will kick off on April 18th. Join our SuperFam to get early and ad free episodes, exclusive bonus content and access to our SuperFam community. www.smalltowndicks.com/superfamBy Audio 99

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Kent Kramer, Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana CEO 27:25

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When many people think of Goodwill, they think of those popular retail stores—but Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana is doing more…a lot more. In this episode, we sit down with CEO Kent Kramer to discuss how Goodwill is transforming lives, from unique workforce training programs to innovative adult high schools across 10 states. They are even d…

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Part 2: Finally An Answer! Jim Semivan on Whether We Humans Are Alone and Why the Government is So Reluctant to Share What It Knows 55:52

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Send us a text Part 2 finally provides answers to whether UAPs - unidentified anomalous phenomena (we used to call them UFOs) - are real and why governments around the world are so unwilling to reveal all they know. Jim Semivan, a decorated former CIA officer founded the company, To The Stars, with Tom Delong and others, to help explain the truth a…

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Indiana Wesleyan President Jon Kulaga on innovating education, strengthening state's workforce 30:31

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Dr. Jon Kulaga, the 10th president of Indiana Wesleyan University, joins the podcast this week to outline his strategic vision for Indiana’s largest private university. Kulaga discusses the launch of a unique vocational training initiative aimed at addressing Indiana’s skilled labor shortage and details IWU’s ambitious expansion plans, including tr…

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Polina Osherov: The Power of Indiana’s Creative Class 36:56

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From artists and designers to musicians and filmmakers, it is estimated that the creative class employs more than 81,000 workers and contributes more than $9 billion to the state’s Gross Domestic Product. But the Hoosier state is often overlooked as a hub for creative talent. In this episode, Pattern, Inc. Executive Director Polina Osherov explains…

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Part 1: Jim Semivan, Former CIA Officer and Co-Founder of To The Stars. There’s A Lot More Going On Than We Think 42:52

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Send us a text Part 1 is not a CIA tell-all or a rehashing of what happened, when and where. Jim's too much of a pro for that. He worked for 25 years at the Central Intelligence Agency’s National Clandestine Service. At the time of his retirement he was a member of the CIA’s Senior Intelligence Service. Jim describes the rigorous training he was pr…