Curious Mix

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.

Latest Episodes

Arts Advocates

Native American Sculptor Michael Naranjo ; DK dancer Mariel Greenlee and mentor Keisha Lolamma ; "The Indianapolis" and its ultimate fans; Malawi menstruation outreach; Elana Ruz Cuban Cafe; Jazz power couple Valerie and Kenny Phelps; Frank Sinatra poetry.
Follow Your Passion (repeat)

Artist Gabriel Lehman and Author Jamie Lehman; DIY Screen Printer; Songbook Academy; Renaissance artist Mike Graves ; Sound Expeditions-Carbon & Oxygen; Bangkok Restaurant and Jazz Bar; Craft Beer Expert Rita Kohn; Library poetry. Originally posted October 4, 2018
Past makes Present (repeat)

Walking tour of Indianapolis Oddities w artist Kipp Normand; DIY music with Carmichael; Metal artist Nancy Lee celebrates at CCIC; Mole at Loren Mari Mexican Grill; Jazz Saxophonist Amanda Gardier; KIB Pollinator Count; Car Wash Poetry. Originally posted October 11, 2018.
Stimulate Your Senses

The Dairy Bar; Classical Music and Cocktails; Facial Coding; Ramen Ray Noodles; Bat Sounds; multi media artist Anila Angh; Indy Artsy's Julie Edwards; Pony Poop Poetry.
Service Meets Style (repeat)

The Collection at The Conrad Hotel; DIY artist Ceres; The Normies; Neon Art; Heidelburg Haus Cafe and Bakery; Artist Katrina Murray; IMCPL "Sons" photo exhibit; Cloud poetry. Originally produced December 20, 2018.
Unexpected Art (repeat)

Tour the impressive art of the US Court House ; Jazz Bassist Nick Tucker; Phaya Thai Street Food; Classical Music Indy presents UNSilent Night; local artist Roberta Avidor; PASIC percussion experience; Camera poetry. Originally produced February 7, 2019.
Escape (repeat)

APA Jazz Finalist Keelan Dimick talks music and TM; Small Studio performer Allison Victoria; A visit to the Animalia Big Top; Jamaican cuisine at Da Blue Lagoon; Neo Jazz vocalist Keana Whatley; PUP upcycles Amtrak seats; YATS actors tackle digital bullying; Art to cope with grim global issues; Poetry from Ethan Coen. Originally published Feburary 14, 2019.
Eat, Sing, Paint (repeat)

Newfields Culinary Pop Up "Teahouse"; Tandoor and Tikka Fast Casual Indian Cuisine ; Artist Beatriz Vasquez; Mudcreek Players; Summer Arts Jobs for Teens; Plein Air Painter Mary Ann Davis; The Singing Surgeon; Opa Greek cuisine; Poems of Ross Gay. Originally posted June 6, 2019.
Some Like It Hot (repeat)

Glass Artisan Lisa Pelo; Menopause Myths as Art ; 4th Grade Rap Star; Saving The Urban Wall; Laotian food; Southern Poetry. ; Indiana Teacher in Tiny Desk Concert. Originally posted June 28, 2019.
Museums, Murals, Musicians and More (repeat)

The Museum of Psychphonics; Rabble Coffee; Ukelele School; Healthcare theater; Samuel Levi Jones; Positive Poetry; Mediterranean Food; The Maplewood Derby; World Class Murals; Prairie Chicken Chalk Art Festival. Originally posted September 5, 2019.