Behind the Region
What’s happening to spur economic vitality in the South Bend, Indiana, Region, and surrounding areas? And who are the people behind these efforts? We'll dive deeper beyond the headlines to keep you informed on the people and businesses making things happen in the region. You’ll hear casual and candid conversations with real people—business and community leaders driving the region forward. Hear authentic, unscripted stories from entrepreneurs, business owners, elected officials, and more!
Podcasting since 2023 • 86 episodes
Behind the Region
Latest Episodes
Larry & Sherry Swank, Founders | Jeanie Shuck, Executive Director | JWAS Foundation
Get ready for a powerful episode, as Larry and Sherry tell us the heartbreaking story of how the JWAS Foundation came to be, and how they have taken an unimaginable tragedy and turned it into something amazing for families, and specifically chi...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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35:10
Amanda Miller Kelley | President & CEO, WNIT-PBS Michiana
Amanda will tell us about her interesting career path and how it led to the corner office. She will talk about the history of public broadcasting, not just nationally but also here in Michiana, and how the future looks.&...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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27:37
Donald Swift | Director of Development, Resurrection Lutheran Academy
Donald will tell us the history of RLA, the biggest challenges facing private schools, how they attract and retain their teachers and staff, and their future plans.
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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18:26
Kierstin Eifler | CEO, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana
Kierstin will tell us precisely what RMHC is and does, the local history of the house, and how it came to be. What plans are being made to make it an even better resource for the community, and how can you get involved?
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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26:16
Emilie Utigard | Executive Director, Children's Museum of South Bend
Emilie will discuss the sweet reason why she started the museum, what you can expect when walking through the doors, and what her future hopes and dreams are for the museum. Annie Johnson, a member of the Board of Directors, will also join us a...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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27:08
