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The IBJ Podcast with Mason King

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A weekly take on business news in central Indiana from the Indianapolis Business Journal. The IBJ Podcast is brought to you by Taft.

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Election Day is scheduled for Nov. 3, so we’re just a bit more than three months away. This is the midterms, so there’s a lot at stake at the federal and state levels, in additional to many referendums for local school districts. On July 16, Presiden... more

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This is prime parks season for folks in Indianapolis who want to hit splash pads, climb jungle gyms or just grab some grass in the shade. What they’re finding is dozens of parks with new or improved trails, sports fields, shelters, bathrooms, water f... more

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According to a report last month from the Social Security Administration, the trust fund that the government uses to help pay out benefits to retirees is expected to run out in late 2032. At that point, Social Security will only be able to pay 78% of... more

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Larry Smith grew up on the east side of Indianapolis. After graduating from Southport High School and then Williams College, he landed at Fortune 500 engine maker Cummins Inc. and quickly found himself on the fast track to upper management. By his ea... more

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Brittany Crone
Director of Indy Parks and Recreation
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Episode: Indy Parks finishing citywide upgrades with $150M infusion. But what’s next, and what about new parks?
Andre Denman
Deputy Director for Planning and Construction
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Episode: Indy Parks finishing citywide upgrades with $150M infusion. But what’s next, and what about new parks?
Larry Smith
CEO of Fathers and Families Center, Indianapolis
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Episode: He left the Fortune 500 fast track for local nonprofits and to help men be better fathers
Chetrice Romero
Senior Cybersecurity Advisor at Ice Miller
Ice Miller
Episode: Indy cybersecurity expert on preparing for impending AI threat to businesses
Jason Flora
Owner and CEO of Flora Legal Group
Flora Legal Group
Episode: Immigration law firm swells from one-man band to 137 employees, thousands of cases
Darin Brown
Chief Product and Technology Officer at Testlio
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Episode: Indy-based tech exec on joining global firm, being remote-only leader
Alex Richardson
Chair of Indy Pride Inc.
Indy Pride Inc.
Episode: Indy Pride chair talks festival changes, political backdrop and financial challenges
Santiago Jaramillo
Co-founder and co-CEO of Pragmatico
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Episode: After firm’s $50M sale, co-founder was done with startups. Then AI pulled him back in.
Lesley Weidenebener
Editor and assistant publisher of the Indianapolis Business Journal and the Indiana Lawyer
IBJ, Indiana Lawyer
Episode: IBJ’s editor on making mistakes, combatting bias, diversifying revenue

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Mason King
Host of The IBJ Podcast with Mason King, Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ)

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Excellent Host

    Mason is one of the best podcast hosts and interviewer there is.

    He does his homework on the weekly topics and guests, so is well prepared with questions. He’s inquisitive while extremely polite and conducts the interviews in a relaxed and engaging manner. The conversation flows in a concise and logical fashion. He’s a real gem of a gentleman.

    I look forward to his podcast every week!

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    misterbuzz
    United States2 years ago
  • Great public service to Indy

    This podcast is a great public service to Indianapolis and Central Indiana.

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    5
    Jared Herbert
    United States3 years ago
  • Great insight

    Mason and his team provide a fantastic overview of what is happening here in Indianapolis. While the intent is business based, I feel like this podcast is the only way I find out the context and history of what is happening here in Indy. Great job and keep it up

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    5
    Kthomasjr
    United States4 years ago
  • The voice of Indianapolis

    IBJ’s first venture into the podcasting world successfully continues a growing need for podcast reporting at the local level. Whether a listener is commuting downtown, sipping their morning coffee or working at their desk, the funky intro beat appropriately ushers them into the day’s top news story. Solid interviews introduce the listener to story subjects and the reporters who break the story. Host Mason King is a smooth moderating talking head who asks the right questions to journalists. Howev... more

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    United States8 years ago

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Listeners appreciate deep, local business context and practical insights for Indianapolis.
Host is well-prepared and asks thoughtful, concise questions that keep interviews engaging.

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Indy Parks finishing citywide upgrades with $150M infusion. But what’s next, and what about new parks?
Q: What are the main sources of funding for these upgrades, beyond Lilly Endowment?
Funding came from ARPA (federal), Circle City Forward (city bond initiative), and the Lilly Endowment grant, supplemented by a Parks Alliance fundraising and partnerships to support capital improvements.
Indy Parks finishing citywide upgrades with $150M infusion. But what’s next, and what about new parks?
Q: How many parks have seen improvements under the $150 million umbrella, and how is that number determined?
About 40% of the park system has seen improvements due to ARPA, Circle City Forward, and the Lilly Endowment grants, with the remaining improvements spread across the system based on public input, equity considerations, and master plan priorities.
Trump warns our elections are vulnerable. What is Indiana doing to secure midterms?
Q: What should local election leaders be doing now to prepare?
She stresses pre-coordination with emergency management, IT, legal teams, and local law enforcement; establishing call sheets, tabletop exercises, and crisis plans to manage cyber or physical threats effectively.
Trump warns our elections are vulnerable. What is Indiana doing to secure midterms?
Q: What is the biggest current gap or concern for Indiana as we approach the election?
Her answer highlights that resources for local governments have diminished, and there is a need for continued federal and state support, especially since many counties have limited budgets for cybersecurity, incident response, and staff training.
Trump warns our elections are vulnerable. What is Indiana doing to secure midterms?
Q: Did you catch the president's address and what stood out to you from a professional perspective?
Romero says she watched it and found it important to evaluate how the administration views election security, noting that the address underscores the need for resources and a clear plan to support state and local election officials.

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The show provides a steady stream of Central Indiana business news through in-depth interviews with local leaders across finance, education, nonprofit, government, and industry. Episodes often explore strategy, policy, economic trends, and community impact, with notable attention to local developments, innovation, and the practical realities of running organizations in a growing metro. A recurring strength is bringing candid conversations that connect business decisions to broader civic and cultural contexts, making it a useful listen for executives, policymakers, and professionals seeking grounded, regionally relevant insights.

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Recent guests on The IBJ Podcast include:

1. Brittany Crone
2. Andre Denman
3. Larry Smith
4. Chetrice Romero
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7. Alex Richardson
8. Santiago Jaramillo

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