OneZone Chamber Studios
OneZone Chamber Studio is the official media and storytelling hub of the OneZone Chamber of Commerce, bringing powerful conversations, local insights, and leadership perspectives to life through dynamic podcast programming. Anchored by a commitment to spotlighting business innovation, civic leadership, and community connection, OneZone Chamber Studio serves as a platform for meaningful dialogue and regional collaboration.
Its flagship show, That One Show, is hosted by OneZone Chamber CEO Jack Russell and features a rotating slate of influential guests—from entrepreneurs and executives to nonprofit leaders and changemakers—discussing leadership, culture, and the “why” behind their work.
The studio also produces Beyond the Roundabout, a series hosted by Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam in conversation with Jack Russell. This show explores the intersections of business, government, and quality of life in one of Indiana’s most dynamic cities, offering an inside look at the people and policies shaping the future of Carmel and Hamilton County.
With a mission to elevate the voices shaping our region, OneZone Chamber Studio is where leadership meets storytelling.
OneZone Chamber Studios
A Candid Conversation with Rep. Alaina Shonkwiler
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In this episode, OneZone Chamber President Jack Russell sits down with Indiana State Representative Alaina Shonkwiler for a wide-ranging conversation about life at the Statehouse, legislative priorities, and the importance of staying connected to the community leaders serve. Reflecting on their early days working together in Noblesville, the discussion moves into Representative Shonkwiler’s transition from her first session to her second, the learning curve of navigating committees and relationships, and the responsibility of carrying key legislation. The conversation highlights how bills evolve through stakeholder feedback, why engagement from businesses and constituents matters, and how topics like energy affordability, housing, and economic competitiveness shape policy decisions. With a focus on collaboration, communication, and practical leadership, the episode offers listeners an inside look at how state government works and how local voices play a role in shaping outcomes that affect everyday Hoosiers.