Revitalizing Community: Meet the Founders of Indie Type Shop

In this podcast episode, host Michael Zarick welcomes Siren and Adam, the founders of Indy Type Shop. The discussion covers the recent opening of their store in Indianapolis, which sells typewriters and rare books while fostering a sense of community among local residents. Adam shares his experiences with ear surgery and recovery, while Siren talks about balancing her job at IU's Humanities Institute with managing the store. They elaborate on the various activities and events hosted at the shop, including poetry slams, first aid trainings, and industry talks. The conversation also touches on the challenges of small business ownership, particularly the problem of poor communication from the city regarding construction. The episode concludes with a reflection on what third spaces mean to them as both a concept and a physical location, and their hopes for fostering deeper community connections through their shop.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

01:03 Meet the Owners of Indy Type Shop

02:12 Adam's Ear Health Journey

03:56 Siren's Professional Life

05:16 Flanner House and Community Programs

07:31 Indy Type Shop Offerings

10:35 Events and Community Engagement

14:40 Challenges of Small Business Ownership

18:36 Revitalizing the South Side

21:45 The Importance of Collecting and Stewardship

33:54 Community and Third Spaces

35:27 Community Space and Harm Reduction

36:37 The Concept of Third Space

36:45 Third Space in Women's Prisons

37:21 Third Space Indy Podcast

37:41 Self-Motivated Learning and Community

38:56 Challenges and Strategies for Third Spaces

40:06 Nostalgia and Lost Third Spaces

43:03 Interfaith Third Space During the Pandemic

45:49 The Value of Collectibles and Scriptocurrency

50:02 The Importance of Quality and Nostalgia

50:46 Video Games and Cultural Value

53:35 The Role of Advertisements in Third Spaces

57:50 Favorite Green Spaces

01:03:18 Upcoming Events and Closing Remarks