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The 812 is a daily show about the basic workings of city government in Bloomington, Indiana. Hosted by Steve Volan, a recently-retired five-term member of Bloomington's City Council, The 812's primary feature is a half-hour interview with elected and appointed officials in city government, as well as with members of boards, commissions and not-for-profits providing services to the city. Produced b... more

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[Charlotte Zietlow passed away Wednesday at the age of 91. She was a pillar of the community who will be greatly missed. This is an encore presentation of our interview with her, recorded in January 2024.]

Charlotte Zietlow is well-known in Blooming... more

This week we're exploring our archive of extra interview segments that we didn't have room for in the original episodes, segments that we call "Extra Innings". It's new material, never-before aired, that gives further insight into the way decision-ma... more

Switchyard Park opened in 2019, during the administration of Mayor John Hamilton. It's a stop on the B-Line Trail, another beloved amenity, which opened in 2009, during the administration of Mayor Mark Kruzan. But those places didn't happen by magic ... more

We've been focusing on the tenant side of the local housing equation lately. We hosted Student Legal Services a few episodes back; today, we meet their cousins at Indiana Legal Services. Nick Minaudo is a lawyer for the Bloomington branch of ILS, a s... more

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Recent Guests

Maggie Sullivan
Watershed coordinator for Friends of Lake Monroe, a non-profit organization that protects water quality in Lake Monroe.
Friends of Lake Monroe
Episode: 219 [S4E13]: Protecting Local Waters: Maggie Sullivan of the Friends of Lake Monroe
Adam Casey
District Manager of the Lake Lemon Conservancy District
Lake Lemon Conservancy District
Episode: 218 [S4E12]: Lake Lemon Conservancy District Manager Adam Casey
Vicki Pierce
Executive Director of The Community Kitchen
The Community Kitchen of Monroe County
Episode: 217 [S4E11]: The Community Kitchen Tackles Food Insecurity: Vicki Pierce and Kyla Cox Deckard
Kyla Cox Deckard
Treasurer and Board Member of The Community Kitchen
The Community Kitchen of Monroe County
Episode: 217 [S4E11]: The Community Kitchen Tackles Food Insecurity: Vicki Pierce and Kyla Cox Deckard
Elizabeth Conley
President of the IU chapter of BridgeUSA and chapter development consultant for BridgeUSA.
BridgeUSA
Episode: 216 [S4E10]: Elizabeth Conley of BridgeUSA at IU, on Constructive Political Dialogue
Tracee Lutes
Real estate broker-owner at Remax Acclaimed Properties of Bloomington and Bedford, a member of the Bloomington Housing Authority Board and the Summit Hill Community Land Trust
Remax Acclaimed Properties
Episode: 214 [S4E08]: The State of the Housing Market with Real Estate Broker Tracee Lutes
Susan Hingle
Chair of the Monroe County Women's Commission
Monroe County Women's Commission
Episode: 213 [S4E07]: Susan Hingle and the Monroe County Women's Commission
Anna Killion-Hansen
Director of Housing and Neighborhood Development at the City of Bloomington
City of Bloomington
Episode: 212 [S4E06]: Anna Killion-Hanson on Housing, Redevelopment and Habiltability
Danielle Benedek
OBGYN Nurse Practitioner and co-founder of the Riley Physicians Medical Child Abuse Clinic
IU Health
Episode: 210 [S4E04]: Danielle Benedek and the Medical Child Abuse Clinic

Host

Steve Volan
Host who brings a wealth of experience as a former city council member, focusing on community governance and advocacy.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Well-produced! The episodes feature enjoyable interviews of local government, non-profit, and community representatives. The host used to be a city councilmember in the city. I learn something new and interesting every episode! Host has a great voice!

    Podchaser
    5
    kskuglitsch
    a year ago
  • Great interviews!

    This is a great podcast with informative interviews hosted by a pro in Steve Volan. I highly recommend the podcast especially if you’re interested in all things Bloomington, Indiana.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pajcrowley
    United States2 years ago

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There is a strong recommendation from the audience for those interested in local issues to tune in for a deeper understanding of Bloomington's governance.
Feedback consistently highlights the value of expert insights shared on community-centric topics.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the interviews and the professionalism of the host.

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216 [S4E10]: Elizabeth Conley of BridgeUSA at IU, on Constructive Political Dialogue
Q: How did you become a part of BridgeUSA?
I was attending like this book club and one of the leaders of the book club was like, oh, you need to debate my boyfriend.
216 [S4E10]: Elizabeth Conley of BridgeUSA at IU, on Constructive Political Dialogue
Q: Can any member of the public attend a discussion?
Yes, so we are open to the public.
216 [S4E10]: Elizabeth Conley of BridgeUSA at IU, on Constructive Political Dialogue
Q: Is there any kind of code of conduct that you observe?
We have four rules of like norms for our discussion.
216 [S4E10]: Elizabeth Conley of BridgeUSA at IU, on Constructive Political Dialogue
Q: So what are the activities of BridgeUSA at IU like?
We have weekly discussions, which is really exciting. Last year we had bi-weekly, so it's exciting to kind of have enough interest to meet weekly.
217 [S4E11]: The Community Kitchen Tackles Food Insecurity: Vicki Pierce and Kyla Cox Deckard
Q: Why wouldn't Community Kitchen become a local government program?
Community Kitchen operates effectively without bureaucratic requirements, allowing for greater service provision.

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Focused on the mechanics of local governance and community issues, this podcast presents in-depth interviews with key figures in city government, including elected officials and representatives from various community organizations. The discussions often center on topics such as housing policy, community resources, infrastructure, and civic engagement, illuminating how these elements impact residents in Bloomington, Indiana. With a rich mix of expert views and real-world applications, this podcast serves as an essential resource for understanding the interconnectedness of local decisions and community well-being.

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2. Adam Casey
3. Vicki Pierce
4. Kyla Cox Deckard
5. Elizabeth Conley
6. Tracee Lutes
7. Susan Hingle
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