Rapper and producer, Diop, created his new album, "Still Shinin'," as a way to cope with the trauma he experienced after the unexpected death of his ex-girlfriend and her daughter. Curious Mix contributor and Cultural Manifesto host, Kyle Long, talks with the Indianapolis-based musician.

Arts & Culture / June 22, 2025

Decades of hope come down to one game as Pacers chase first NBA title

The Indiana Pacers are one game away from the chance to make franchise history and win the team’s first NBA title.

Arts & Culture / June 1, 2025

This is May: Pacers win Eastern Conference Finals, advance to NBA Finals

Pacers win Eastern Conference Finals, advance to NBA Finals

Arts & Culture / May 25, 2025

Alex Palou becomes first Spanish driver to win Indy 500

When the checkered flag dropped Alex Palou won the day in the No. 10 Chip Ganassi car. The 28-year-old has been successful in the series but has never won at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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Each week on Cultural Manifesto, Kyle Long reveals stories and sounds from the creative frontlines of the past and present. Through music, archives and artist interviews, discover how creators shape meaning with sound, in Indianapolis and well beyond. Tune in...

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WFYI’s arts reporter Jill Ditmire hosted this showcase of local artists and their work. Listen to the show archive to hear from writers, painters, musicians and more as they discuss their art and what it means for their community.

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