Inside INdiana Business Television Podcast

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 Carmel is shaping the future of pilot training.

Why Mayor Sue Finkam says U.S. 31 is becoming a top destination for corporate HQs.

Terre Haute’s $100 million casino impact: new housing, downtown investment, and a revitalized Wabash Valley.

The future of Oregon-based Entek’s $1.5 billion EV battery plant—and what Mayor Brandon Sakbun wants from Washington.


Also in this episode:

New $40M distribution center headed to Gary’s lakefront.

Western Governors University opens a state-of-the-art simulation center in Indianapolis to train 1,000 new nurses.

A Ball State student with muscular dystrophy conducts an orchestra using assistive technology—and changes what’s possible in performance arts.

Meet Indiana’s newest world food champion: Collin Hilton of Cunningham Restaurant Group wins big at the World Food Championships.

Why a small satellite company in Upland is putting Taylor University engineering students on a path to outer space.

Oliver Winery in Bloomington rises into the top 30 in the nation—and brings Midwest flavor to the wine world.

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 with more than 250,000 visitors expected annually, it’s on pace to become one of Indiana’s most iconic year-round destinations.

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The museum’s new “Starting Line Experience” offers a 360° audio-visual journey into what it’s like to be trackside on race day.

Education gets the green flag: A new Innovation Lab and hands-on exhibits are inspiring students to pursue careers in motorsports, engineering, and manufacturing.

Accessibility upgrades: The renovated museum features ADA-compliant ramps, elevators, and a wheelchair-accessible racing simulator, ensuring all guests feel welcome.

The Penske Gallery honors the legacy of Roger Penske and his 20 Indy 500 wins with legendary cars, engines, rings, and one-of-a-kind memorabilia.

Also in this episode:

Indiana’s talent pipeline: Ivy Tech reports 82,000 Hoosiers gain new credentials each year—meeting the demands of healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and logistics.

Bloomington-based Singota Solutions expands in Switzerland, growing Indiana’s life sciences footprint abroad.

Drone-powered agriculture: Indiana’s first licensed aerial spraying contractor is revolutionizing how Hoosier farmers care for their crops.

Sprint car spotlight: Small-town Indiana tracks like Kokomo Speedway are featured in this year’s Business at the Brickyard coverage, highlighting racing’s grassroots.

Whether it’s on the track, in the classroom, or across the globe, Indiana is racing ahead. Join us all May long as we continue Business at the Brickyard—bringing you stories of innovation, community, and legacy from the Racing Capital of the World.

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 in Indianapolis, and while the action is on the court, the economic impact is felt across the city. The NCAA Midwest Regional Sweet 16 and Elite 8 at Lucas Oil Stadium is expected to bring in $30 million for downtown businesses, and we uncover Indy’s “secret sauce”—its world-class volunteer network that makes it the go-to host city for major sporting events.

Also in this episode:


Indiana’s life sciences expansion: From Lilly’s $13 billion Boone County investment to Novartis’ nuclear medicine growth, what’s driving the state’s biotech boom?

Terrafore’s high-tech farming breakthrough: A Knox County AI startup is revolutionizing crop harvesting with robotics-powered innovation.

Indy’s newest sports entertainment venue? Inside Indiana Business breaks down reports that COSM, a high-tech immersive sports video experience, is eyeing Indianapolis for its next expansion.

Purdue’s role in space exploration: A Purdue-engineered camera on NASA’s Perseverance Rover is capturing historic images of Mars’ surface and the Ingenuity helicopter in flight.

Indiana’s latest renewable energy project: A $140 million bioenergy facility in Northwest Indiana will convert organic waste into renewable natural gas at Kingsbury Industrial Park.

Trendy drive-thrus across the state: From donuts and empanadas to tacos and crab rangoon, Yelp’s Brittany Smith shares Indiana’s top locally-owned drive-thru food spots.

Join us for an in-depth look at how Indiana is leading in life sciences, capitalizing on its sports legacy, and fueling innovation across multiple industries.

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.
Plus, northeast Indiana is aiming to become a global gateway for med tech companies. Fort Wayne’s Parkview Mirro Center for Research and Innovation is launching an initiative to attract international med tech firms by easing their entry into the U.S. market and leveraging the region’s $19 billion medical device ecosystem.
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Cadillac brings Formula 1 to Fishers: Construction is underway on a $200 million racing headquarters expected to create 300 new jobs.



Hypersonic tech in southern Indiana: Kratos Defense is investing $50 million in a hypersonic testing facility near NSWC Crane, creating up to 100 jobs and strengthening Indiana’s defense sector.



Indiana’s hunger fight: Leaders from agriculture and food industries unite at the first Indiana Hunger Summit to combat food insecurity, which affects 1 in 8 Hoosiers.



University of Evansville’s farm-to-classroom innovation: A unique container farm initiative is helping educate students and feed the Evansville community year-round.



Recycling revolution in Indy: Republic Services and Blue Polymers invest $180 million in a state-of-the-art plastics recycling complex, a first in North America, creating 125 jobs and setting a national precedent.



Join us for an in-depth look at how Indiana is growing its workforce, driving innovation, and addressing critical community needs, one bold initiative at a time.

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 and Purdue agricultural economist Chad Fiechter on the economic pressures facing farmers.
Plus, The Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium, headquartered at the Hoosier Cancer Research Network, unites 16 universities to conduct collaborative clinical trials. With the addition of West Coast schools like UCLA and Washington, the initiative is expanding its reach, accelerating the development of life-saving treatments and offering new hope to cancer patients nationwide.
Also in this episode:

Hoosier farmers navigate rising costs: From fertilizer and fuel prices to inflation and high interest rates, why many farmers can’t project a profit this season and how they’re adapting.

Gary’s pitch for a convention center: With Hard Rock Casino leading the charge, we explore how the city is positioning itself to become a regional convention hub.

Rural Indiana’s education challenges: A new documentary highlights the struggles of North Putnam schools, from teacher shortages to limited access to healthcare and internet.

A major international business conference lands in Indy: Mark Cuban headlines the Global Entrepreneurship Congress, bringing investors and innovators from around the world to Indiana.

West Lafayette biotech breakthrough: A Purdue-founded life sciences startup secures FDA clearance for an innovative pancreatic cancer test.

Join us for an in-depth look at Indiana’s agriculture sector, economic development, and the future of education in rural communities.