Get IN. with Nate Spangle

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Get IN. is the podcast focused on Indiana, and the stories of inspiring Hoosiers. Follow along as host Nate Spangle dives into all the things that make Indiana great.

  1. 13H AGO

    Indiana's 10 Oldest Restaurants, Concert Lineups Revealed in Indy and South Bend, and St. Patrick's Day Ideas

    On today's show I sat down with my colleague Cheyne Reiter to discuss trending headlines, Indiana events, St. Patrick's Day weekend ideas, and more. Plus, I was joined by Cameron Sickafoose, who built a database of over 850 Indiana restaurants that have been open 30-plus years, including the Log Inn from 1825. We discuss Sweetwater founder Chuck Surack's group investing millions to build a 30–35,000 sq. ft. downtown Fort Wayne grocery store with bakery, deli, and fresh meat, targeted for early 2027. We then get into the $33.4B acquisition of AES by Global Infrastructure Partners and EQT Infrastructure and discuss concerns about utility bills amid data-center power demand. Our conversation moves to a lighter note with a preview of Final Four Weekend concerts in Indianapolis (Twenty One Pilots, Zac Brown Band, Megan Moroney), a South Bend festival featuring Eric Church and Hardy, Colts free-agency moves, upcoming Journey and basketball tournaments in the Circle City, and St. Patrick's Day recommendations. Cameron also shares the top 10 oldest restaurants in Indiana and shares some of his top restaurant recommendations across the state.   If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference or discuss trending topics in Indiana, visit getindiana.com/podcast. You are going to learn about: - Sweetwater Enterprise to Build Grocery Store in Fort Wayne - AES Going From a Public Company to Privately Owned - Final Four and Boots on the Bend Concert Lineups - The Indianapolis Colts' Offseason Moves - Indiana's Top 10 Oldest Restaurants Check out these great clips from the show: 00:00 Top Indiana Headlines Preview 00:40 What'd We Learn About Indiana This Week 01:16 Butler Blue IV and PETA Debate 03:15 Fort Wayne Downtown Grocery Store 04:56 AES Buyout and Data Center Power 08:00 Final Four Concerts in Indy 09:29 South Bend Boots on the Bend Fest 10:12 Colts Free Agency Shakeup 12:05 Upcoming Indiana Events Calendar 14:45 Historic Restaurants Interview Begins 16:33 Why He Built the Restaurant Database 20:12 How He Verified Restaurant Ages 23:56 Oldest Restaurants: Log Inn and Slippery Noodle 28:05 Favorites and City Hotspots 30:10 Evansville Restaurant Deep Dive 31:48 Top Cities and Lake County 33:29 Cuisine Trends Over Decades 34:42 Turning the List Into a Tool 36:53 Top 10 Oldest Restaurants 41:46 Random Road Trip Picks 44:17 Support Local Legacy Spots 47:33 Trivia Games 51:58 Things to Do on St. Patrick's Day Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater. Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up.

    56 min

  2. 2D AGO

    Managing Millions for Indiana Families | John Wortman, Valeo Financial Advisors

    On today's show I sat down with John Wortman, co-founder and CEO of Valeo Financial Advisors, a firm founded in 2003 that has grown to over 100 certified financial planners managing over $12 billion. Wortman traces his early interest in markets from Evansville, explains disillusionment with cold-calling brokerage sales, and describes learning comprehensive financial planning at Oxford before leaving, paying a non-compete, and being sued at age 27 as Valeo launched into the dot-com bust and the 2008 crisis. He emphasizes transparent fees, limiting client loads, and building talent through an apprenticeship model. Our conversation also covers innovation and AI-enabled product building, Valeo's "GIVE" program, involvement with Brackets for Good and Gleaners Food Bank, and why Indiana's family ties and community keep him rooted. If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference, visit getindiana.com/podcast. You are going to learn about: - Markets in the 2000s vs. Now - Valeo's Founding and Growth Over the Last 20+ Years  - Brackets for Good and "GIVE" Program Thank you to our partners: Hope Plumbing Indy Grills Check out these great clips from the show: 01:30 Guest Introduction: John Wortman, Valeo Financial Advisors 02:18 Evansville Origins 04:44 First Stock Obsession 05:37 Markets Then and Now 06:39 Cold Calling Reality 10:11 Advisor Value Test 13:30 Oxford Lessons 14:31 Radical Fee Transparency 15:35 Apprentice Model Culture 16:43 Noncompete Lawsuit 18:22 Imposter Syndrome Advice 20:32 Networking Deflections 21:39 Early Valeo Hustle 28:00 Leadership Listening 30:33 Brackets For Good Story 33:01 "GIVE" Program Generosity 34:33 Gleaners Food Network 37:41 Choosing Gleaners Impact 39:16 Authentic Giving Networks 42:21 Volunteering Over Taxes 44:01 Valeo Traction Intern Wall 47:29 AI Dreaming Innovation 50:10 Career Vines Founder Drive 53:42 Next Decade Vision 59:20 Evansville Weekend Pitch 01:01:12 Why Indiana Home 01:02:09 Rapid Fire Reflections 01:06:40 Indiana Real Estate Talent Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater. Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up.

    1h 15m

  3. 4D AGO

    They Build Homes Around the Way Families Live | Abbey and A.J. Robertson, aaNovo

    On today's show I sat down with Abbey and A.J. Robertson, co-founders of aaNovo, a custom residential design-build firm in Indianapolis. A.J. shares his path from tech startup Yikes (phone-based hotel access) to self-taught finish carpentry after renovating family property, landing early work at 17, and eventually leaving tech in 2016 to start aaNovo with his wife Abbey. They discuss their first flip near 34th and Carrollton, why they moved away from flipping toward full renovations and preservation work with Indiana Landmarks/IHPC, and how they emphasize quality, building science, and "healthy buildings." Abbey explains a design process using 3D renderings and balancing client wants with expert guidance, plus budget-friendly upgrades like lighting and paint. They also highlight a home-a-rama show home in Chatham Hills featuring a central courtyard and tree, and share their favorite Indy architecture areas. If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference, visit getindiana.com/podcast. You are going to learn about: - A.J. Robertson's Journey from Tech to Carpentry - aaNovo's Keys of Success - Using 3D Renders and AI as Tools Thank you to our partners: Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance Check out these great clips from the show: 01:38 Guest Introduction: Abbey and A.J. Robertson, aaNovo 02:31 A.J. Early Hustles 04:06 Learning Finish Carpentry 06:48 First Big Break 08:47 From Coworkers to Marriage 14:31 Yikes Tech Startup Story 16:57 Leaving Tech for Real Estate 21:42 First Flip Reality Check 24:28 Historic Renovations Leap 28:40 Indiana Landmarks Side Quest 32:52 Scaling Up Quality Design 34:56 Old Homes vs. New Builds 38:07 Healthy Building Basics 39:53 Old Homes And Insulation 41:09 Planning Healthy Homes 42:14 Design Process With Clients 46:47 3D Renders And AI 48:51 Budget First Reality Check 51:28 Signature Home-a-rama Project 56:24 Indy Architecture Favorites 01:00:18 Why Indiana Feels Home 01:01:10 Rapid Fire Design Tips 01:07:11 Hidden Gems And Hoosiers Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater. Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up.

    1h 15m

  4. MAR 6

    She Built a 20,000-Woman Friendship Community | FrancesMary Loughead, BFF Indy

    On today's show I sat down with FrancesMary "FM" Loughead, a DePaul graduate who moved from downtown Chicago to Indianapolis in 2021 during COVID, initially living in Bloomington and later Brownsburg, Carmel, and Noblesville. With no local network and working remotely, FM struggled to make adult friends and began using Bumble BFF, which led her to start a Facebook watch party for The Bachelorette that drew 15–20 women weekly. The group expanded into other events like wine nights and community outings, eventually becoming BFF Indy, officially launched in January 2024 with a 100-person party at The Hangar. Today, BFF Indy has grown to almost 20,000 members, hosting events such as speed-friending, book swaps, happy hours, weekly walks, and an intergenerational event at a 55+ community, with a mission to provide an affordable, accessible community for women across Indianapolis. If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference, visit getindiana.com/podcast. You are going to learn about: - The Idea Behind BFF Indy - BFF Indy Events and Mission - BFF Expansion to Other Cities Thank you to our partners: Huse Culinary Check out these great clips from the show: 00:26 Guest Introduction: FrancesMary Loughead, BFF Indy 02:09 Moving to Indy During COVID 02:50 Where to Live in Indy 06:21 Lonely Remote Work Reality 08:17 Trying Bumble BFF 11:27 Bachelorette Watch Parties 14:29 From Fan Group to BFF Indy 16:05 Launch Party and Rapid Growth 21:43 Small Groups and Real Connection 26:13 Advice for Newcomers 27:09 Taking the First Step 27:30 St Elmo Party Hack 28:30 Dating Scene and Bo 29:29 Two Years of BFF Indy 29:40 Speed Friending Highlights 30:37 Weekly Walks Expansion 32:27 Conversation Tips for New Friends 34:12 Being Open and Authentic 35:54 Future Growth and Support 36:51 Inspiration From Other Cities 38:52 Dream Partnerships and Local Faves 39:50 Indy Surprises and Inclusion 42:34 Unusual Events and Generations 44:24 Time and Business Balance 48:16 Expanding Beyond Indy 48:42 Why Indiana Feels Like Home 49:49 Noblesville Hidden Gems 51:12 Hoosier Creator Shoutout 52:13 Content and Fighting the Stigma 54:24 Where to Connect Next Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater. Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up.

    55 min

  5. MAR 4

    She's Bringing a Taste of France to Indiana | Quynh Nguyen, Q's Wine Bar

    On today's show I sat down with Quynh Nguyen, owner and general manager of Q's Wine Bar, a modern self-pour wine bar in Carmel's Village of West Clay. Q's Wine Bar was designed to make wine approachable through curated 2, 4, and 6‑ounce pours using dispenser technology. Nguyen shares her background as a competitive golfer who captained a boys high school team, earned the Evans Scholars caddie scholarship to Purdue, and became an engineer at Boston Scientific. She explains how IU Kelley's evening MBA (hybrid format with core and elective courses, plus a capstone consulting project in Santiago, Chile) gave her the confidence and foundation to pursue entrepreneurship. Inspired by dispenser-based wine bars in France, she secured a five‑year lease in Carmel, developed a detailed business plan, used Indiana Small Business Development Center guidance, obtained an SBA-backed loan, managed a year-long buildout, and balanced the venture with her full-time job. She discusses staffing challenges, permits, food and wine sourcing, plans for wine-based cocktails in 2026, golf recommendations, and why supporting small businesses matters. If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference, visit getindiana.com/podcast. You are going to learn about: - Quynh Nguyen's Background as a Golfer and Evans Scholarship Recipient - How IU Kelley's Evening MBA Led Quynh to Entrepreneurship - The Inspiration Behind Q's Wine Bar Thank you to our partners: Duke Homes Greek's Pizzeria Check out these great clips from the show: 01:21 Guest Introduction: Quynh Nguyen, Q's Wine Bar 02:12 First Podcast and Origins 02:45 Trailblazing Golf Story 03:42 Evans Scholarship Path 04:42 Purdue Life and Evans House 06:44 Boston Scientific to Indy 08:23 Why an MBA 10:22 Kelly Evening MBA Format 12:54 MBA Classes and Chile Capstone 15:51 France Trip Sparks Wine Bar 17:39 Landing West Clay Lease 19:23 From Idea to Buildout 22:32 Financing and SBA Loans 24:31 MBA Help on Due Diligence 25:08 Business Plan Reality Check 25:32 Buildout Timeline and Rent 26:23 Balancing Job and Startup 27:26 Permits Milestones and Budget 28:28 Soft Opening Prep Checklist 29:06 Training and Team Culture 29:43 Designing the Wine Bar Vibe 30:44 First Real Customers and No TVs 32:28 Food and Wine Sourcing 34:47 Hardest Parts Hiring and Time 37:16 MBA Lessons and 2026 Plans 38:44 Wine Inspiration and Indiana Vibes 41:18 Golf Talk Indiana Courses 42:45 Support Small Business 44:00 Why Indiana Feels Like Home 45:06 Rapid Fire and Final Advice Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater. Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up.

    51 min

  6. MAR 2

    How the #1 Tennis Player in the Nation Started Over | Jennifer Magley, The Basketball League

    On today's show I sat down with Jennifer Magley, Chief Brand Officer of The Basketball League and Basketball Super League, to discuss her Indiana sports roots and elite tennis career. Magley shares her father David Magley's path from Indiana Mr. Basketball to the NBA, her tennis journey from IMG Academy to the University of Florida (including a national title, becoming #1 in the nation, and later going pro), and how a major ankle injury ended her playing days. She discusses becoming the youngest NCAA Division I head tennis coach at 23, then transitioning into branding and pro sports. Magley details her viral yearlong attempt to get on The Pat McAfee Show and her new goal to appear on 100 stages (stage 19 on Get IN.), including emceeing the Microsoft Excel World Championship. She also explains The Basketball League's community-focused model, new Big Baller Brand partnership, and why she calls Indiana home. If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference, visit getindiana.com/podcast. You are going to learn about: - David Magley's Basketball Journey from Indiana to the NBA - Jennifer Magley's Tennis Journey from IMG Academy to the Pros - The Basketball League, Key Partnerships, and 100 Stages Goal Thank you to our partners: Indy Grills Fire and Ice Café Check out these great clips from the show: 01:23 Guest Introduction: Jennifer Magley, The Basketball League 02:23 David Magley's Indiana Legacy 03:48 Tennis Rise and Setbacks 08:10 Pressure of Being Number One 10:40 Going Pro and the Money Problem 16:01 Injury Ends the Dream 18:10 Coaching at 23 21:47 Healthy Obsession and Quests 24:32 Pat McAfee Stooge Plan 27:20 Wildest Stunts and Reality Check 29:08 Street Segment Hustle 30:20 Season Two Pivot 30:51 Polarizing Content Wins 32:22 WWE Kayfabe Lessons 33:29 John Cena Ending 35:02 New Quest 100 Stages 38:12 Excel Championship MC 39:48 Standup Comedy Reality 44:59 Big Baller Brand Deal 45:53 What Is The Basketball League 48:52 Community First Model 50:13 League Vision And Pathways 52:17 Officials Pay And Shortage 55:07 Social Media Consistency 56:25 Standout Markets Nationwide 57:02 Championship Team Talk 57:15 Players Making The League 58:05 Big V Vision Dreams 01:02:46 Pinch Me Family Moment 01:05:35 Rejection And Weird Sports 01:09:28 Why Indiana Feels Home 01:13:27 Parenting Competitive Kids 01:18:15 Indiana Speed And Hidden Gems Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater. Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up.

    1h 24m

  7. FEB 27

    Touring with the Savannah Bananas | Stacee Alexander, Savannah Bananas

    On today's show I sat down with Stacee Alexander (ring name "Space Cowboy") about his path from show choir at Franklin Central to independent professional wrestling and eventually joining the Savannah Bananas' viral Dad Bod Cheer Squad as a "Man-Nana" on the Banana Ball World Tour. Stacee recounts leaving Belmont University, investing in training, and grinding through low-paying bookings while working side jobs like DoorDash. He shares standout wrestling moments, injuries, and why he began looking for an exit as the business side and physical toll wore him down. Our conversation then shifts to how a dinner with Savannah Bananas announcer/cast director "Young Professor" led to tryout games, gaining a "dad bod," and transitioning into full-time entertainment work with the Bananas. He explains the Man-Nanas' role as crowd-focused performers, the constant experimentation, the importance of social media-friendly moments, and the misconception that Banana Ball is scripted. He also discusses Jesse Cole's leadership style, the scale of the organization, and the expansion into the Banana Ball Championship League, including the return of the barnstorming Indianapolis Clowns led by 2006 National League MVP, 2008 World Series champion, and three-time All-Star Ryan Howard. If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference, visit getindiana.com/podcast. You are going to learn about: - Stacee Alexander's Journey from Pro Wrestling to the Savannah Bananas - The Role of Being a Man-Nana - The Indianapolis Clowns and Banana Ball Championship League Expansion Thank you to our partners: NCW J.C. Hart Company Check out these great clips from the show: 01:27 Guest Introduction: Stacee "Space Cowboy" Alexander 02:53 From Show Choir to Belmont University 07:00 Discovering Pro Wrestling 09:39 Moving to Canada for Storm Wrestling Academy 14:24 First Bookings, Tiny Paydays & Bad Gigs 21:54 Big Moments, Injuries & Burnout 27:26 Dinner in Indy Leads to the Man-Nana Opportunity 31:54 Tryouts & the Real Man-Nana Job 38:33 Full-Time with the Bananas 40:12 Upgrading the Man-Nanas 40:57 More Choreography, More Opportunities 42:16 The Grind Behind the Fun 43:03 Jesse Cole's Playbook 46:05 Pitching Ideas to the Owner 49:08 How the Bananas Operate 50:29 Barnstorming History and Clowns Legacy 53:11 Expansion Explained: New Teams and New Fanbases 58:57 Rules 101: Golden Batter, Fan Catches, and More 01:06:14 Favorite Cities, Walkout Song & Fan Moments 01:17:48 Hidden Gems & Hoosier Shoutouts Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater. Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up.

    1h 24m

  8. FEB 25

    Shot at 19, Now He's Selling Out Shows | 2Kold, Pop the Balloon

    On today's show I sat down with content creator and rapper Corey Tibbs Jr., professionally known as CeeJay2Kold and 2Kold, founder of the dating series Pop the Balloon. 2Kold began creating and posting dance videos online as a kid, and grew up primarily in Haughville on Indianapolis' near west side. His life changed when he was shot in the face at 19, spent three days in a coma and roughly 30 days in the hospital. He explains how he transitioned from reaction videos to more structured creation by investing in camera equipment, studying specs and tutorials, taking courses, and learning from local videographers, moves that paid off when he achieved YouTube monetization. 2Kold details how Pop the Balloon started, with initial filming at the media hub and event space Midwest League in Indianapolis. The unscripted show features contestants who present their name, age, and job, and balloons are popped if someone isn't interested, followed by an explanation. 2Kold outlines a major 2026 tour running February through June starting in Washington, D.C., with nearly 25 additional stops in major cities across the country. Looking ahead, he announces a new competitive reality series concept called QOTC: Queens of the City, focused on business-minded women and brand development with structured auditions and challenges such as creating business plans. If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference, visit getindiana.com/podcast. You are going to learn about: - 2Kold's Journey as a Content Creator - The Dating Show Pop the Balloon - Queens of the City Reality Series Thank you to our partners: Hoosier Lottery Huse Culinary Check out these great clips from the show: 01:38 Guest Introduction: 2Kold, Pop the Balloon 02:48 Dancing, MySpace, and First YouTube Uploads 03:44 Growing Up in Haughville 06:48 Getting Shot at 19 and the Recovery 08:47 Leveling Up as a Creator 13:16 YouTube Reactions Take Off 15:53 Two-Year Plan & Family Pressure 17:53 Monetization, Hustling, and Building a Business 22:10 What Is Pop the Balloon? 24:27 Launching the First Live Episode 28:42 Welcoming Contestants & the 'pop' Psychology 30:12 Turning Pop the Balloon Into a Business 31:51 Why It's So Bingeable 34:04 Tickets, Audience Participation & Sudden Popularity 35:05 Casting, Sponsors, Org Collabs & Niche Episodes 37:20 Balancing Family Life with Nonstop Production 38:25 2026 Tour Game Plan 40:36 'Queens of the City' Reality Series 46:40 Creator Advice 49:50 Memorable Matches & Favorite Creators 53:07 Hidden Gems and Why Indiana is Home Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater. Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up.

    58 min
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Get IN. is the podcast focused on Indiana, and the stories of inspiring Hoosiers. Follow along as host Nate Spangle dives into all the things that make Indiana great.

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  • Creator
    Get Indiana.
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    259
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