Episode 75, ACT 1: Indi McCasey - Embracing Complexities

We are back with our 75th episode, and can’t wait for you to hear it. In Act 1 of "Embracing Complexities," we sit down with Indi McCasey, whose multifaceted journey spans roles as a drag performer, circus artist, teaching artist, arts administrator, and now Executive Director of the Ithaca Public Education Initiative. Indi shares their insights as a community catalyst, exploring how teaching artistry skills translate across diverse professional landscapes. Together, Courtney and Indi dive into themes and topics like regional differences in arts education ecosystems, the liberatory potential of arts-based learning, and the many ways data can drive innovation in education. From the challenges of curriculum-based teaching to the intricacies of NYC's geography—yes, really—this episode celebrates creative approaches to teaching, learning, and community.