The No Dishes Podcast

Jordan Davis

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The No Dishes Podcast Podcast

Get to know the people and stories behind Bloomington's newest hot spots and established culinary gems. Listen in as we talk with restauranteurs, servers, bartenders, & everyone in between! Learn about their stories in the service industry and their favorite places to go in and around the Bloomington, Indiana foodies scene.

1 DAY AGO

Lotus World Music & Arts festival w/ Exec. Director Katarina Koch | S7E06

For over 30 years, the Lotus World Music & Arts festival has been bringing artists and musicians from all over the globe to showcase their talent right here in Bloomington. Executive Director Katarina Koch joins us and fills us in on the ins and outs of putting on such a large scale production, drawing thousands of people every year. This year the event is October 3rd-6th. Jordan has also been organizing the Food Truck Village for Lotus for many years and will let you know what culinary delights await you on Kirkwood this year during the festival. Join The Clean Plate Club on Facebook and discuss the latest episodes of the podcast with other fans: https://www.facebook.com/groups/833028944651314 Join our Patreon for exclusive merch, perks, and content: https://www.patreon.com/nodishes Original theme song by Lew Bruno

53 min
17 SEPT

Two Sticks Bakery owners Amanda Armstrong & Kassie Jensen | S7E5

After humble beginnings at the Smithville Farmers' Market, Kassie Jensen and Amanda Armstrong have turned their beloved recipes into some of the most desired baked goods in the city. Two Sticks Bakery has become a staple on South Washington over the past 6 years years for those wanting savory scones, sweet treats, or delicious coffee beverages featuring their own special blend from Quarryman Coffee. So pull up a seat, hit play, and find out why this woman owned and operated bakery finds themselves selling out almost every single day! Join The Clean Plate Club on Facebook and discuss the latest episodes of the podcast with other fans: https://www.facebook.com/groups/833028944651314 Join our Patreon for exclusive merch, perks, and content: https://www.patreon.com/nodishes Original theme song by Lew Bruno

1h 9m
10 SEPT

Trades District w/ Pat East & John Fernandez from Dimension Mill | S7E04

A new Soma. Bloomington's first full service hotel, featuring room service and a rooftop bar. These are both just a small part of the transformation taking place in the Trades District at 11th and Rogers, partially due to a $16 million dollar Lilly Endowment grant executed through a partnership between the City of Bloomington and Indiana University. Dimension Mill Executive Director Pat East and Former Mayor John Fernandez join us to share how this new space will help our community through boosting young professional retention rates, providing a center for innovation and collaboration, and through stimulating local economic growth. John also walks us through some of his time as Mayor, and Pat shares how the Mill started as a co-working space but has turned into an award winning center for tech entrepreneurship. Join The Clean Plate Club on Facebook and discuss the latest episodes of the podcast with other fans: https://www.facebook.com/groups/833028944651314 Join our Patreon for exclusive merch, perks, and content: https://www.patreon.com/nodishes Original theme song by Lew Bruno

1h 24m
3 SEPT

Marv Ulmet & Marren Terrell w/ Monroe County Fall Festival | S7E03

Over 15 food vendors, two stages of free live music, craft booths, and of course… a parade!! Where is all the fun and tasty goodness? The Monroe County Festival!! Coming up September 12th, 13th, 14th, there’s more to do this year than ever before. First year President of the festival Marv Ulmet joins us with Food Vendor Coordinator, and owner of 812, Marren Terrell, to fill us in on what to expect this year and what’s new!! Join The Clean Plate Club on Facebook and discuss the latest episodes of the podcast with other fans: https://www.facebook.com/groups/833028944651314 Join our Patreon for exclusive merch, perks, and content: https://www.patreon.com/nodishes Original theme song by Lew Bruno

1h 9m
27 AUG

Hoosier Hills Food Bank, Associate Director & Chief Administrative Officer Jake Bruner | S7E2

Since its inception, Hoosier Hills Food Bank has collected, and distributed, over 80 MILLION pounds of food to those in need. Last year alone they hit over six million pounds of food which found its way to not only Monroe county, but also Brown, Orange, Lawrence, Martin, and Owen counties. Joining us to cover all the daunting logistics to pull off such a feat is Associate Director & Chief Administrative Officer Jake Bruner. Jake and Jordan cover everything from their yearly book fair, to helping people sign up for SNAP benefits, to how they were able to achieve 0% percent loss last year. Join The Clean Plate Club on Facebook and discuss the latest episodes of the podcast with other fans: https://www.facebook.com/groups/833028944651314 Join our Patreon for exclusive merch, perks, and content: https://www.patreon.com/nodishes Original theme song by Lew Bruno

49 min
20 AUG

BAKED! of Bloomington, owners Jeremy Ness & Jason Voegeli | S7E1

After their starts as delivery drivers for Baked!, Jeremy Ness and Jason Voegeli found themselves in a position to buy the beloved local cookie joint 2011. Since then they have moved out of the house on 3rd street and into their current location on Washington just north of Kirkwood. Join us as they fill us in on possible future expansion, how they’ve held off competition from national chains, and what it is that makes their homemade cookies a step above the rest. Join The Clean Plate Club on Facebook and discuss the latest episodes of the podcast with other fans: https://www.facebook.com/groups/833028944651314 Join our Patreon for exclusive merch, perks, and content: https://www.patreon.com/nodishes Original theme song by Lew Bruno

1h 21m
13 AUG

David James, owner of Blockhouse Bar | S6E20

Tucked beneath the Back Door, and behind Atlas, the Blockhouse Bar has been hosting shows for ten years now and has made a name for themselves as one of Bloomington's premier music venues. Owner David James joins us to discuss Honky Tonk Tuesdays' popularity, his experience working at Farm and Uptown, and his solo music career, including writing credits on Durand Jones' newest solo album. Join The Clean Plate Club on Facebook and discuss the latest episodes of the podcast with other fans: https://www.facebook.com/groups/833028944651314 Join our Patreon for exclusive merch, perks, and content: https://www.patreon.com/nodishes Original theme song by Lew Bruno

1h 0m
6 AUG

The Foodie Queen Sadie Clarke, Btown Foodies and @SadieEatsFood | S6E19

Founder of the popular 'Bloomington Foodies' Facebook group, over 13k members, and up-and-coming SadieEatsFood Instagram page, Sadie Clarke is affectionately known to many within the Bloomington community as the Foodie Queen. Her resume includes three plus years as the Director of Operations of the Endeavor/WOW group, General Manager of Sweet Grass, and now her own business, Kealohi Solutions, running the social media for local restaurants like Baked!, Buffa Louie's, and Gabel's Bagels. Join The Clean Plate Club on Facebook and discuss the latest episodes of the podcast with other fans: https://www.facebook.com/groups/833028944651314 Join our Patreon for exclusive merch, perks, and content: https://www.patreon.com/nodishes Original theme song by Lew Bruno

1h 7m

Get to know the people and stories behind Bloomington's newest hot spots and established culinary gems. Listen in as we talk with restauranteurs, servers, bartenders, & everyone in between! Learn about their stories in the service industry and their favorite places to go in and around the Bloomington, Indiana foodies scene.

Creator

Jordan Davis
Years Active

2020 - 2024
Episodes

100
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

© 2020-2025 No Dishes Media
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The No Dishes Podcast