Life Behind Bars
by Bicycle Indiana
Transforming lives through the joy of sports with Special Olympics…
About this podcast
Bicycle Indiana's Life Behind Bars Podcast is a collection of interviews with local cyclists, events, and rides. We hope to promote all the great cycling activities happening across the state. Bicycle Indiana makes bike riding safe* and equitable for all Hoosiers by educating bicyclists, motorists, and policymakers, and advocating for laws, policies, and infrastructure. https://www.bicycleindiana.org
Episodes
The newest 20 of 48 episodes
- Transforming lives through the joy of sports with Special Olympics Indiana · 1 h 16 min · Season 3 Episode 11A native Hoosier raised in Bloomington, Indiana, Pamela Dunlap, holds a B.S. in Recreational Therapy from Indiana University and brings 40 years of experience in geriatric…
- Italian Precision; Pursuit of Perfection with Silca · 1 h 3 min · Season 3 Episode 10On this episode, we chat with two Silca employees about the ins and outs of an Indiana brand. Founded in 1917 near Milan, Italy, SILCA built its reputation on cycling…
- Shift Your Expectations: What It Really Takes to Move Two Wheels with JBI.Bike · 1 h 4 min · Season 3 Episode 9In this episode, we sit down with Michael “Mike” Everette, a 30-plus-year veteran of the outdoor recreation industry and territory account manager for JBI.BIKE (J&B Importers…
- Griffin Bike Park - Let Freedom Ring! Where Adventure Finds Its Flow! · 1 h 19 min · Season 3 Episode 8Griffin Bike Park is a world-class mountain biking destination designed for riders of all ages and skill levels. Spanning over 300 acres in Terre Haute, Indiana, the park boasts…
- Connecting Communities with Trails, featuring Rails to Trails Conservancy · 1 h 16 min · Season 3 Episode 7On this episode, we sit down with two experts from the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) to discuss the ins and outs of trail advocacy and policy. Dedicated to building a nation…
- Multi-Agency Partnerships for Public Health with IDOH and INDOT · 1 h 21 min · Season 3 Episode 6On this episode, we sit down with two state-level leaders who are bridging the gap between transportation and public health in Indiana. From public health, transportation…
- Building a Strong Foundation with V3 and Brian Rismiller · 58 min · Season 3 Episode 5On this week’s episode, we sit down with Brian Rismiller with V3 Companies. Brian plays a major role in the development of major biking and pedestrian infrastructure across…
- Non-Competitive Long Distance Cycling with the Indiana Randonneurs · 1 h 1 min · Season 3 Episode 4On this week's episode, we interview local cyclist, Tommy Southwood. He travels all over the state and and USA to ride his bike. But these rides aren't just a simple ride, they…
- Transforming Community and Culture with LOWLAND Workshop · 53 min · Season 3 Episode 3On this week's episode, we chat with Luke Waltz of LOWLAND Workshop out of Rockville, Indiana. We discuss the ins and outs of how architecture plays a major role in trail…
- The Great Bike Mechanic Debate - Valentine's Day Edition · 1 h 11 min · Season 3 Episode 2On today's episode, we bring back Michael Mathias from Marion Cycle Works and Ben Orcutt from Buckskin Bikes to talk about bike things we LOVE. We'd like to celebrate Valentine's…
- Creating Accountability & Advocating for Change · 1 h 2 min · Season 3 Episode 1We are kicking off the 2026 year with an episode about advocacy and creating change here in Indiana. This discussion is with two Hoosiers (who now live in North Carolina)…
- The GREAT Bike Mechanic Debate with Michael Mathias and Ben Orcutt · 1 h 19 min · Season 2 Episode 16These two have been friends on and off the bike for years. Both bike shop owners have so much experience in this industry, we are stoked to have this great discussion. This…
- Getting started with USAC - Delivery fun, safe, competitive bicycle racing · 1 h 15 min · Season 2 Episode 15Listen to the previous episode about the Indiana Kentucky Cycling Association (INKY). Learn more about our local cyclocross series, OVCX and listen to this episode. USA Cycling…
- Indiana Kentucky Cycling Association - Promoting competitive bicycle racing in IN and KY · 1 h 18 min · Season 2 Episode 14The Indiana Kentucky Cycling Association is the member Local Association of USA Cycling that represents the interests of bicycle racers in the states of Indiana and Kentucky. The…
- AMP up your fitness and hire a coach - Coaching 101 · 1 h 16 min · Season 2 Episode 13On this week's episode we chat with two coaches in the Indianapolis area. Whether you want to enhance your fitness and cycling or searching for some extra support during your…
- Part Two: Health 101 - Checkups & Nutrition with Christine Tanner · 47 min · Season 2 Episode 12Part Two - Health 101 with Christine Tanner. On this week's episode we chat with a Health Coach and Nutritionist about the importance of annual blood work and diet. Chris Tanner…
- Part One: Health 101 - On the Bike Health with Dr. Chemen Neal, MD. · 41 min · Season 2 Episode 11On this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Chemen Neal, MD., about general health on and off the bike. We discuss women's (and men's) health and general topics about how to feel…
- POWER UP your Performance with Science-Driven Testing with VQ Labs · 57 min · Season 2 Episode 10THE SCIENCE BEHIND YOUR NEXT BREAKTHROUGH - VQ LABS On this week's episode we chat with three crew members from VQ Labs. Owner, Jeremy Wilson dives into the history and the…
- Boosting Accessibility with eBoom Bikes · 43 min · Season 2 Episode 9On this week's episode we chat with a local bike shop about e-bikes! E-bikes are transforming the cycling world and we hope this discussion sheds light on the different questions…
- Nine13Sports - Empowering & transforming the youth through the bicycle! · 57 min · Season 2 Episode 8On this week's episode we chat with Tom Hanley and Aryn Coomes of Nine13Sports! We dive into this organization's mission and goals and how you can support them. Nine13sports® was…







