This week we are breaking down a massive shift in how the government wants you to eat, the heartbreaking conclusion to a Michigan medical tragedy, and the cultural shifts making headlines—from the "death" of the Karen to the skyrocketing price of raising an athlete.

We sat down with Mercedes and Leon Wells. In November 2025, Mercedes—a thirty-eight-year-old mother—was turned away from Franciscan Health Crown Point in Indiana while in active labor. Discharged despite her obvious pain and her water breaking, Mercedes was forced to give birth in the front seat of her husband’s pickup truck just eight minutes after leaving the hospital.

If you’ve ever wanted to escape the hustle of the city without actually leaving it, you need to see this place. We’re coming to you from Elysian Medspa & Rejuvenation Center, a stunning, secluded oasis tucked away in the woods…it doesn't even feel like you’re in Indiana—it feels like a complete getaway! 

Welcome back to Behind The Filter :: Unfiltered weekly where we look past the headlines and dive deep into the stories that truly matter—from critical health disparities to political flashpoints and accountability in our communities.

We just dropped a new episode of Behind The Filter Podcast: After Dark Edition, and this time, we went on location to get the inside scoop on the buzzworthy skincare spot: The Only Facial in Indianapolis!

Get ready for an incredibly insightful and inspiring episode of the Behind The Filter podcast! This week, on Unfiltered Weekly, we sit down with Ahmed Shaik, the passionate owner of Qahwah House in Fishers, Indiana, to talk about his journey building a coffee brand dedicated to quality, community, and standing up against hate.

After Dark at 317 Aesthetics Lounge: Skin Secrets, Viral Trends, and More! We recently had the pleasure of taking the podcast to 317 Aesthetics Lounge by Christopher Jones for a special After Dark episode while they had an amazing open house happening for their clients!

This week on Behind The Filter, we take a deep, personal dive with a dynamic entrepreneur whose life story reads like a global adventure. Get ready to peel back the layers as we explore the incredible journey that led our guest—the co-founder of the Fortville wellness space, PRANA IV Hydration and Wellness Clinic Payal—from her humble beginnings as a daughter of immigrants to a thriving business owner in the heart of the Midwest.

Ashley and I are thrilled to be bringing you this After Dark Edition right from the heart of Downtown Indianapolis at the brand-new, Christmas pop-up bar: Miracle on Maryland! Forget everything you know about a typical night out. Walking into Miracle is like stepping directly into the cheeriest, most wonderful Christmas movie you've ever seen.

We took the After Dark Edition of the Podcast on a field trip, and what better first stop for the holiday season than a place where the lights shine brightest? This week, we're talking about everything from dazzling holiday spectacles to the wild world of social media trends, all while exploring one of Indianapolis's most exciting winter traditions.

On the latest episode of Behind The Filter, I sat down with Ashley Regal, Co-owner of Total Body Wellness, to dive deep into my recent, complex lab results. The conversation detailed a health journey that many I feel will be able to relate to: feeling unwell despite traditional doctors finding "nothing wrong."

A new approach to total health has arrived in Greenwood. Total Body Wellness, a clinic that began in Brownsburg, has expanded its unique "root cause medicine" to a new location!

On this week's episode of Behind The Filter’s After Dark Edition, we’re talking all things health and PRANA IV Hydration and Wellness Clinic!  In the heart of Fortville, Indiana, a new approach to health is redefining what it means to feel truly vibrant. At PRANA Wellness, the mission is simple yet powerful: to blend the precision of medical science with a personalized, whole-body approach to health and vitality.

Blythe Potter, a Democrat, is stepping into the political arena to challenge Republican Secretary of State Diego Morales. With a background forged in military service, small business ownership, and community advocacy, Potter aims to bring a fresh perspective and a commitment to ethical governance to the office. Her campaign centers on modernizing election systems, restoring public trust, and ensuring fair access to voting for all Hoosiers.

Two and a half years after the tragic shooting death of 21-year-old Taylor J. Miller, his family is still searching for answers, and they believe the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) has failed to deliver justice. In a recent  interview, Taylor's mother, Ashley, shared her frustrations with the investigation, detailing a series of missteps and a perceived lack of effort that has left the family in a state of perpetual grief and confusion.

If you've ever met Casey, you know he's an absolute ball of energy. Living right in the heart of Broad Ripple, he’s not just a part of the community—he's a driving force within it. His positivity is infectious, and his passion for fitness and for helping others is undeniable.

We're back and diving deep into the internet's most buzzing topics, from the wildest social media viral moments to the stories everyone's talking about, and, of course, the ever-evolving world of dating.

I recently had the privilege of sitting down with the incredible Kat Perkins for an episode that truly resonated with the core of human resilience. Kat's journey, originating right here in Indianapolis, is a testament to the power of overcoming adversity and transforming personal pain into a powerful purpose.

Your weekly wrap-up on all things society, culture, and lifestyle news with trending stories and more.

.Is Your "Gut Feeling" a Superpower? Do you ever just know something without being able to explain why? That flicker of insight, that nudge in a certain direction, or that undeniable "gut feeling"—that's intuition at play. For too long, intuition has been shrouded in mystery, often dismissed as something mystical or unexplainable. But what if I told you it's actually a powerful, learnable skill that you already possess? In this podcast episode, we're diving deep into the worl