Business & Beyond with Gerry Dick

Mario Andretti, Scott Dixon & Tony Kanaan on the Indy 500

May 23, 2026

Three Indianapolis 500 winners and the voice behind "Back Home Again in Indiana" share what makes the race unlike anything else in sports. This episode brings together highlights from conversations with 1969 champion Mario Andretti, 2008 winner Scott Dixon, 2013 champion Tony Kanaan, and national anthem singer Jim Cornelison. Andretti reflects on learning about Indianapolis as an 11-year-old in Italy, watching a film called "To Please a Lady," and racing at the Speedway 29 times before calli...

Jamie Merisotis on AI, Higher Education and the Future of Work

May 18, 2026

What does the future of education look like in an era defined by Artificial Intelligence, workplace disruption and changing attitudes about the value of a college degree? On this episode, Gerry Dick sits down with Lumina Foundation CEO Jamie Merisotis to explore the seismic shifts reshaping higher education, workforce development and the global economy. Merisotis offers a wide-ranging perspective on how universities, employers and states must adapt to a rapidly evolving future, diving into th...

500 Festival CEO Dave Neff on Racing, Revenue and Relevance

May 11, 2026

The Month of May in Indianapolis is about more than the race. In this episode, Gerry Dick sits down with 500 Festival CEO Dave Neff to talk about the festival’s evolving role as an economic, cultural, and charitable force for Indianapolis and Indiana. The conversation explores the relationship between the festival, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the community and the challenges and opportunities facing large-scale events in a rapidly changing entertainment landscape. He also shares insig...