Community Connection Friday, May 17th, 2024 Open Lines & Week In Review on this Friday edition of Community Connection! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Thursday, May 16th, 2024 .A full slate on today's Community Connection! We kick off the show with The Performance Arts Center as they update us on their upcoming performance at the legendary Carnagie Hall! Then, it's a historic day in the stock market! Kirabo Jackson of the White House Council on Economic Advisers joins the show with what that means for citizens. Finally, our resident sports guru Danny Bridges is back with us LIVE from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway! Learn More About The Performance Arts Center at: www.tpacindy.org

Community Connection Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 Open Lines on this Wednesday edition of Community Connection! Then, we welcome Real Alternatives President & CEO Kevin Bagatta to the show as we discuss women's health! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Tuesday, May 14th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, we recap last night's City County Council meeting, including the introduction of a new tax district to fund the proposed MLS stadium. Then, IMPD's New Southwest District Commander Nikole Pilkington joins the show! 

Community Connection Monday, May 13th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, we discuss the issue of reckless driving in our community, & what we must do to rectify the problem! Also, we mourn the loss of esteemed community pillar, Vernon Williams. Joining us is award winning investigative journalist and long-time friend of Vernon, Steve "Scoop" Jefferson to help memorialize our late colleague.

Community Connection Friday, May 10th, 2024 Open Lines & Week in Review on this Friday edition of Community Connection! Join us as our listeners give Mother's Day shout-outs to their loved ones & much more! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Thursday, May 9th, 2024 We are joined by NACA CEO Bruce Marks & The Financial Farmer Mrs. Archie as they go into depth about the NACA Mortgage! Then, our resident sports guru Danny Bridges returns with his weekly update from the world of sports!

Community Connection Wednesday, May 8th, 2024 Join us today on Community Connection as we welcome the newly elected Democratic Nominee for the U.S. Senate, Dr. Valerie Mccray!

Community Connection Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 It's Election Day here in Indiana! Join us as we go LIVE to the polls with William "Duke" Oliver! Then, we take a moment to remember exactly what it took for black people to obtain the right to vote with an insightful video put together by Harvard Professor, Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.

Community Connection Monday, May 6th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, Veteran Political Strategist Cordelia Lewis-Burks joins the show with her take on tomorrow's Primary Election! Then, are you at risk of being scammed? Jennifer Adamany of the BBB of Indianapolis returns to keep you alert on the latest dubious schemes!

Community Connection Friday, May 3rd, 2024 Today on Community Connection, two Democratic candidates for Indiana's vacant U.S Senate seat join the show and give their reasons why you should choose them in Tuesday's primary! Also, our sports guru Danny Bridges stops by with predictions for the Pacers, the Kentucky Derby, & more! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 The one and only "Jumbo Love" Harold Bell joins us today with information on a new networking event for small business owners! Plus, Open Lines as we delve into the upcoming Indiana Primary Elections, early voting opportunities, and much more!

Community Connection Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 Dr. Wayne Moore joins the show today to speak about a new referendum in Pike township that aims to improve the quality of schools in the area! 

Community Connection Tuesday, April 30th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, Dr. Thomas Brown joins us as we dissect a North Carolina pastor's scathing response to Trump's usage of the Bible & the word of God for his own gain.  

Community Connection Monday, April 29th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, we are joined by The Financial Farmer, Mrs. Archie who's shining a light on an immaculate organization called NACA!

Community Connection Friday, April 26th, 2024 Another week in the books here on Community Connection! Join us as we wrap up the week with Open Lines featuring our stellar contributing analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Thursday, April 25th, 2024 Open Lines on today's edition of Community Connection. Join us as we talk with our listeners about today's pressing issues, including the IPS Superintendent's response to the recent School 87 incident. Then, we welcome the Indianapolis Recorder's own Danny Bridges in our second hour to recap yet another exciting week in sports.

Community Connection Wednesday, April 24th, 2024 Open Lines today on Community Connection! Join us as we discuss pressing issues with our listeners including a new law passed in Tennessee that allows teachers to carry firearms. Is this the solution to America's school shooting problem? Our listeners weigh in!

Community Connection Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024 A Super Tuesday here on Community Connection as we welcome Pike Township Board Candidates Demetrius Hicks & Paul Wood to the show to explain why and how they plan to earn your vote! 

Community Connection Monday, April 22, 2024 Join us today as we are joined by Marion County Recorder Faith James Kimbrough and speak with her about the importance of her office and what's to come in the future!

Community Connection Friday, April 19th, 2024 Open Lines & Week in Review on this Friday edition of Community Connection! Join us as we cover a multitude of topics including the impending trial Donald Trump, an IPS teacher-led fight club, and much more! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Thursday, April 18th, 2024 A Full house on today's edition of Community Connection! We welcome WBA Championship Boxer Anthony Sims to speak on his efforts in helping the youth of Indy find a positive outlet! Child Advocates stops by with an update, and finally our resident sports guru Danny Bridges returns to wrap up a historical week in Indianapolis sports! For Naptown Rumble Tickets: www.magicpromotionsboxing.com

Community Connection Wednesday, April 17th, 2024 It's Caitlin Clark Fever here on Community Connection! Join us as we open the lines and talk with the community about the Fever's newest star, WNBA pay discrepancies, and much more!

Community Connection Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 Open Lines on today's Community Connection! Join us as we cover a range of topics including Caitlyn Clark, a re-emerging pothole problem in the city, and much more!

Community Connection Monday, April 15, 2024 Open Lines on this Monday edition of Community Connection! Join us as we cover a range of topics including Trump's hush money trial, the WNBA Draft, and much more with our listeners!

Community Connection Friday, April 12th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, we wrap our series with the Indiana Black Legislative Council as Representative Eric Harris Jr joins the show to detail the council's upcoming Town Hall tour! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson! 

Community Connection Thursday, April 11th, 2024 Join us today on Community Connection as we welcome the Indiana Minority Health Center's Vice President of Public Policy & Engagement Tony Gillespie & his collogues, Reaghan Jefferson & Giselle Avila with an update on all the IMHC has happening during Minority Health Awareness Month. Then, we shift gears as Pat Roe & Deborah Oatts detail the Real World Girls Conference! Finally, our resident sports guru Danny Bridges returns to recap a busy week in the wide world of sports! 

Community Connection Wednesday, April 10th, 2024 Open Lines on this Wednesday edition of Community Connection! Join us as we cover a multitude of topics including curfew, taxes, elections, and much more! Featuring contributing analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, we welcome IMPD Deputy Chief of Professional Standards Richard Riddle to the show as he outlines IMPD's plan for the community, new enforcements, as well as questions from the community.

Community Connection Monday, April 8th, 2024 It's Eclipse Day! Join us as we open the lines and talk all things eclipse related as we countdown to this once-in-a-lifetime event!

Community Connection Friday, April 5th, 2024 On this Friday edition of Community Connection, the upcoming eclipse has the entire city in an uproar! Today, we are joined by our good friend Lee Martin as he details an opportunity for the blind to experience the eclipse! In our second hour, we open the lines as we discuss IMPD's announcement of a new Curfew for the youth, taking effect this evening. Featuring Contributing Analyst James Patterson!

Community Connection Thursday, April 4th, 2024 Today, we take time to remember the powerful speech given by Sen. Robert F. Kennedy right here in the heart of Indianapolis on this, the 56th anniversary of Dr. King's assassination. Then, we welcome Program Director of the Foster Grandparent Program Shelida Purnell and President of Walk It Out America Michael Banks to detail the upcoming "All Things Senior" Health Expo & 3K Fit Walk! Finally, our resident sports guru Danny Bridges returns with his predictions on the upcoming Men's & Women's Final Four, the Pacer's push into the playoffs, and much more!

Community Connection Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024 Today on Community Connection, Director of the Friends of Belmont Beach Ebony Chappel joins the show with great updates about Belmont Beach's Opening Day this Saturday! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Tuesday, April 2, 2024 Open lines to start on today's edition of Community Connection! Join us as we dive into the communities' most concerning topics. Then, in our second hour, Director of the Office of Minority Health Antoinette Holt updates us on the Indiana State Department of Health's plans during National Minority Health Month. Finally, City County Council Majority Leader stops by with a recap of the council's monthly meeting!

Community Connection Monday, April 1st, 2024 We kick off the new month talking gun control after a juvenile downtown shooting rocks the city. Then, we welcome Virgil Giles of the Indiana Barbershop Initiative to update us on a new movement in black male health awareness. Finally, Jennifer Adamany of the BBB of Indianapolis returns with tips on how to spot scams!

Community Connection Friday, March 29th, 2024 Join us on this Good Friday edition of Communtiy Connection for our final salute to African American Female Business owners in observance of Women's History Month! Community Activist & Award winner Cris Meadows leads the show off with Pastor Eric Wiggins of New Horizons Church. Then, Pastor Janae Pitts-Murdock stops by with a powerful word on this Resurrection weekend. Finally, Kathy King & Latia Tunstall of J.D. Angels Family Care joins us with a message for the community! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Tuesday, March 28th, 2024 As Women's History Month comes to a close, we continue highlighting inspirational Black Women in business! We kick off the show with the owner of the Ice Bar & Flair Bistro, Tanya Davis! Next, Founder & CEO of Phelco Technologies Tasha Phelps shares her experience in the tech industry. Then, DJ Mama Mia joins us and explains what sets her apart from the rest. Finally, Angela Cain, President & CEO of Angela Cain Communications wraps up the show with a powerful message!

Community Connection Wednesday, March 27th, 2024 After a short break, we are back live! Join us on today's edition of Community Connection as we recap the events of the weekend before welcoming the Home & Finance Show's own Janis Bradley & Diana Rice-Wilkerson! The powerhouse Real Estate superteam bring straight talk about homeownership and all it's process entails!  

Community Connection Thursday, March 21st, 2024 On this episode of Community Connection, we take time to remember the late Indiana State Senator, Jean Breaux. Senator Breaux was a staple in our community who represented District 34 here in Marion County for over 18 years. She will be severely missed and we extend our deepest condolences to the entire Breaux family. We shift gears in our second hour as we welcome back the Indianapolis Recorder's own Danny Bridges to the show as we cover everything from the NCAA tournament, to Anthony Richardson's philanthropy!

Community Connection Wednesday, March 20th, 2024 Our observance of Women's History Month continues with a jampacked show this Wednesday on Community Connection! We lead off with Founder of Wee Grow Childcare Center Sherrie James, who is celebrating her new location's first anniversary! Then, Sonja Cooke of Girl Talk Inc joins us with words of encouragement for adolescent girls & their parents alike! Finally, Founding Director of Freetown Village Living History Museum Mrs. Ophelia Wellington takes us on a walk down memory lane! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, we continue to observe Women's History Month as we highlight women business owners! Lynda Montgomery, Founder & CEO of Lyn Hils Cleaning Service and Demetrius Bruno, Founder & President of Redemption Outreach Services join the show and share their experiences as women business owners!

Community Connection Monday, March 18th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, United States Senate Candidate Marc Carmichael joins the show & details his campaign. Then, we welcome back the Director of the Indiana Landmarks Black Heritage Preservation Program, Eunice Trotter! 

Community Connection Friday, March 15th, 2024 It's a full house on this Friday edition of Community Connection! First, we kick the show off with Shepherd Community Center Staff Member, Amber Hood! Then, we continue the fun as Dr. Kimberly McElroy-Jones joins us with updates on the brand new Eskenazi Health Center! Finally, our second hour leads off with United States Senate Candidate, Dr. Valerie McCray! Join us as we go in-depth about Dr. McCray's journey to the ballot! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Thursday, March 14th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, we welcome Darlene Sedwick, Larry Smith, & Vernon Williams of the Steward Speakers, one of the area's premiere lecture series to the show! Then, it's time for a sports update from the Indianapolis Recorder's own, Danny Bridges! 

Community Connection Wednesday, March 13th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, we welcome Harold Bell, President of Radio Next Internet Radio to the show to tell us about some very exciting upcoming free events! Also, Dr. Therron Williams stops by for an update on his ongoing Black History education series! Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!

Community Connection Tuesday, March 12th, 2024 Join us on today's edition of Community Connection as we broadcast Live from the Annual Andre Carson Youth Opportunities Fair at Ivy Tech Community College!

Community Connection Monday, March 11th, 2024 It's jampacked start to the week here on Community Connection! We kick the show off welcoming Indianapolis City County Council President Vop Osili! Then, Radio One's very own Deon Levingston & Karen Vaughn drop in, as Congressman Andre Carson joins the show to promote his upcoming Youth Opportunities Fair! In our second hour, Child Advocates' CEO Phyllis Armstrong & Director of Direct Representation Rachel Vilensky give an update on legislation affecting children in their program. Finally, Indianapolis Urban League President Tony Mason and President of the African American Coalition of Indianapolis join us with a major announcement!

Community Connection Friday, March 8th, 2024 Contributing Analyst James Patterson joins us for Open Lines & Week in Review on this Friday edition of Community Connection!

Community Connection Thursday, March 7th, 2024 Today on Community Connection, it's National Consumer Protection Week! We welcome Charo Boyd from the Social Security Administration in observance of today’s “National Slam The Scam” Day! Then, it's time for a sports update from the Indianapolis Recorder's own, Danny Bridges! 

Community Connection Wednesday, March 6th, 2024 On today's Community Connection, we welcome Rev. Shonda Nicole Gladden & Mr. Precious Majors from the IU Indianapolis Multi-Cultural Center to speak on Social Justice education as well as its issues in our community. Featuring Contributing Analyst, James Patterson!