Bloomington Stories

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Thirteen Ways of Looking at Kel McBride

October 12, 2026

It's possible that you have never heard of Kel McBride. But, if you've been in Bloomington for any length of time, it's virtually impossible not to have heard of one of the many events that were her brainchildren. Here are a few: Eroticon, Bleeding Heartland Roller Derby, Bloomington Krampus Rampage and Bazaar, Ms. Lake Lemon Pageant. This is not an exhaustive list. She has also been a sex educator and a death and dying educator, having published The Death Changing Experience: An Oddball's Gu...

"Instead of Starting a Band, We Started a Label" with Ben Swanson of Secretly Group

August 10, 2026

In 1996, fresh out of high school, Ben Swanson teamed up with his older brother Chris and their friends Eric Weddle and Jonathan Cargill to start a record label. The label began in the Swanson's house. Their first release was that of fellow North Dakotan, June Panic, but the partnership that set them on their spiritual path was with Jason Molina of Songs: Ohia and, later, Magnolia Electric Co. Reliable legend has it that when the Secretly boys originally reached out to Molina, he told them th...

Dance Like Kay Olges Is Watching

July 02, 2026

"Dance is for everybody. I believe that the dance came from the people and that it should always be delivered back to the people," said Alvin Ailey, the visionary American dancer and choreographer. And yes MFers, we used a quote as the hook because it captures the philosophy we gleaned from Kay Olges, board president of Windfall Dancers, Inc. Kay took us from her early years pursuing a career as a ballerina in North Carolina to her many decades in Bloomington as a speech-language pathologist,...

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How do I get in touch with Bloomington Stories?

Bloomington Stories is hosted by Josh Bennett and Chris Kupersmith. Its publicly listed email is bloomingtonstoriespod@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Bloomington Stories?

The publicly listed email for Bloomington Stories: bloomingtonstoriespod@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Bloomington Stories have?

Podseeker estimates Bloomington Stories reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Bloomington Stories?

Bloomington Stories typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Bloomington connections and a firsthand story, professional experience, or creative or civic contribution relevant to the city. Common among recent guests: Local creative, cultural, or civic work; Professional experience connected to Bloomington. Recent guests include Kel McBride, Ben Swanson, and Asher Waite-Jones.

How hard is it to get booked on Bloomington Stories?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Bloomington Stories cover?

Recent episodes cover Society, Local History, Indiana, Independent Music, and Performing Arts. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.