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At Home In Bloomington
by Deb Tomaro
Realtor Deb Tomaro brings you the people, places and resources that make Bloomington, Indiana home and help you live your best life. At Home in Bloomington.
Episodes
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Episode 65: Kadampa Meditation Center
It goes without saying that times are weird. Here at the At Home in Bloomington podcast, we are, like everyone else, trying to navigate our way and do the right things. We are not currently recording full podcasts as our preference is to record face to face (we are going to try out some Zoom...
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Episode 62: TedxBloomington
Big ideas. The world needs them right now. On every topic and in every field, encouraging the spread of big ideas and the excitement those ideas instill in others is what will cause change for the better. You may have heard of TED Talks? Those short talks posted online on a huge variety of...
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Episode 61: Southern Indiana Scuba Diving Specialists
I'm so excited about this episode, I don't even know if I can string a coherent sentence together. Lucky for me, you don't talk while scuba diving. That's right. Okay, okay. Full disclosure, I was only in about 10 feet of water. In a pool. Without sharks. But still. Did you know that Southern...
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Episode 60: Bloomingfoods Co-Op
Local. Is it a trendy word or is it truly a vital concept? We're voting for vital concept. Local businesses and business people have an intimate knowledge of our community needs. As Liam Neeson would say, "a very particular set of skills" that can only be "acquired over a very long career." What...
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Episode 59: Whole Sun Designs
Today’s show is about magic. Not the pull a rabbit out of a hat or guess my card magic. Real magic. Turning silent sunshine into music and hot beams into freezing cold AC. The magic of solar power. We welcome Ryan Zaricki, owner of Whole Sun Designs to talk about the process of integrating solar...
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Episode 58: Meadowood
At Home in Bloomington is about finding community. And that's literally what this episode is about. Community. And it's one of Deb's most favorite places on earth. If you’ve heard her talk, then you’ve probably heard her talk about it. No, it’s not Disneyworld. But we kind of love it for the same...
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Episode 57: Bloomington Volunteer Network
Are you new to the community? Or maybe just want to make more friends? Today's show is a two-fer. Because you can meet people and make friends while making a difference. Volunteers are vital to so many organizations in Bloomington. And we are lucky enough to have a city government that recognizes...
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Episode 56: Monroe County History Club
History isn't so much about remembering "the Good Old days." If you really study and contemplate, you'll often gain a greater appreciation for today! (Never a bad thing to increase our gratitude, I think!) One of the best (and FREE) ways to connect with our local history is through the Monroe...
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Episode 55: Growing Opportunities
Collaboration, cooperation and innovation. Probably things our world could use more of and that's why we love this guest so much! Growing Opportunities collaborates with local businesses, cooperates with other non profits and is constantly working on innovative ways to hydroponically grow fresh...
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Episode 54: Historic Tivoli Theatre
We did the math. It's not that far. Think about it this way, if you lived in Greenwood (Indiana), you'd probably not hesitate to drive to downtown Indianapolis to do something, right? This is the same distance. What are we talking about? Driving to Spencer, Indiana (just west of Bloomington a few...
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Episode 53: One World Enterprises
Big 10 Bargain. If you don't know what that is, can you really call yourself a Bloomingtonian? We still love you, but you need to get on board with this iconic deal. Yes, I'm talking about pizza, but so much more. Jeff Mease, Godfather of the Bloomington pizza scene and co-owner of One World...
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Episode 52: Wylie House
How many places have you driven by over and over again and never stopped to check out? We are guilty as charged and that stops now! Well, at least for this episode. We talk with (and Karan reunites with an old college friend) Carey Champion who is the executive director of the Wylie House. You…
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Episode 51: Flashback to Never
We are not the only podcast game in town. We love to share and support other local podcasts. That’s what we are doing on this episode of At Home in Bloomington. And it comes with such an interesting twist. I Flashback to Never is a scripted podcast (which means the complete opposite of what we do...
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Episode 50: The Beaumont House
This is a show near and dear to Deb's heart for a couple reasons. First, it's the 50th Episode of At Home in Bloomington! Whew! That's a lot. Between listening to the shows and then visiting all our guests, you shouldn't be bored for years! The second reason Deb is loving on this episode so much…
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Episode 49: Muddy Fork Bakery
How do the French say that something is dreadfully long? They say it's like "un jour sans pain," like a day without bread (pain doesn't mean pain, it means bread). And if you're going to make or eat bread, make it darn good bread. We're here to give you a hot tip! Did you know that Bloomington is...
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Episode 48: Oliver Winery and Vineyards
As we've discovered on previous episodes of At Home in Bloomington, some of the best ideas start in a garage or barn. Oliver Winery began as a backyard hobby of Indiana University law professor William Oliver and as most good ideas do, quickly outgrew the barn (sound familiar, Switchyard…
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Episode 47: Getting Involved in Local Government with Susan Sandberg
Are you like Deb and get your political aspirations from the movie, "Legally Blonde?" Don't judge! That movie is chock full of sound advice. From animal rights to Elle Woods telling Congress to "Speak up! Use your voice!" This is YOUR community. There's a difference between being a part of the...
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Episode 46: Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County
Are you like us? Have you heard and seen the words "Community Foundation" often but really don't understand the impact they have on our community? Maybe you've even given a donation to the Foundation and not really understood the power of those funds? It's powerful! We'll tell you how!…
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Episode 45: Uplands PEAK Sanctuary
What's your passion? What's your dream? We are always impressed and inspired when we find someone who seemingly "threw it all away" only to make their passion a reality. For Michelle Pruitt, reading a book by the founder of Farm Sanctuary changed her life forever and put her on the path to making...
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Episode 44: NR Hiller Design, Inc,
In certain circles, this week's guest is considered a rock star. While she humbly disagrees, we're impressed with the fact that this author, teacher, artist, scholar and woodworker has chosen Bloomington as her home. Since 1995, Nancy Hiller has taught cabinetmaking, furniture, and finishing...
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Episode 43: WFHB
What exemplifies the word "community" more than a volunteer run, listener supported radio station whose mission is to provide an open forum for the exchange of ideas and issues, and to celebrate and increase the local cultural diversity? We can't think of anything better than WFHB! Discussions…
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Episode 42: Bloomington Playwrights Project
This episode is epic. And while that's probably not the first time we've said that, we really mean it this time. Why? Because co-host, Karan, guessed who our guest was after only a few clues! Major awards, cheers and snaps were given. But you don't have to guess. Here's the scoop. For 39 years,...
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Episode 41: CATS (Community Access TV Services)
Cue the Wayne's World Flashback sounds and hand motions (if you're too young to know what I'm talking about, please go watch Wayne's World now. We'll wait.) Long time Bloomington residents might recall the days of "J&B on the Rox", a community access show on local station BCAT (now CATS) that...
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Episode 40: IndiGo Birding Nature Tours
What's your first thought when someone says birdwatching? (If you are like Deb, who has a phobia about birds due to a parakeet attack in college, take a deep breath and keep reading.) We invite you to check your preconceived notions at the door and come to this episode with an open mind to learn...
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Episode 39: Andrew Davis Clothiers
Judge me if you will, but I love clothes. Not necessarily fashion but clothes. I like expressing myself by what I wear and I've never been able to hold down a job where I had to wear a uniform. I just can't dress like everyone else! And I suspect that there are lots of you out there just like me....
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Episode 38: Bloomington Hardware
Continuing our theme from episode 37 of local businesses that have staying power, we bring you episode 38. If you're a regular customer at Bloomington Hardware, you already know that aside from their unparalleled customer service, they also offer lamp repairs, glass cutting, paint matching, knife...
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Episode 37: Dillman Farm
Back from a summer break, the At Home in Bloomington crew is HUNGRY! So we invited a guest who could help us with that and boy, did they ever! Businesses that are grown by demand always fascinate us- there's usually a great story behind them! Join us as we talk (and snack) with Megan Dillman,...
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Episode 36: Planning with Freitag and Martoglio, LLC
Hey you! Yes, you. You need to listen to this episode. Do you love your family? Do you love yourself?(We know, that's harder, but we love you and you should love you, too!) Give us a few minutes of your time, listen to this episode and you'll learn how to commit the ultimate act of love for your...
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Episode 35: Financial Advisor Matt Doering
We all know we should plan for the future, whether that's next week, ten years from now or 40 years in the future. But many of us don't, Why? Well, we didn't solve that mystery in today's show but we do remove some of mystery in financial planning. Planning for your financial future can be...
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Episode 34: Visit Bloomington
Tired of hearing Deb and Karan exclaim, "I had no idea this was in Bloomington!"? Well, that's probably not going to end any time soon. As shown by the previous 33 episodes of At Home in Bloomington, there's a lot to discover about our town no matter how long you've lived here. How do you wrap…
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Episode 33: Monroe County History Center
Deb once cried in the building that houses this episode's guest. Is she an overactive crier? Absolutely. Was it another deal of the century that made her cry? Maybe. Want to hear the story? Of course you do. Listen in! Sitting on the corner of North Washington and 6th Streets in downtown...
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Episode 32: May's Greenhouse
It's all about the dirt. No, not the gossip kind of dirt. The actual dirt, soil, earth. That's what Deb learned in today's episode. And it was a lightbulb moment for her. In the spring of 1965, Marshall May decided to make a career change and started by selling a few vegetable plants and…
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Episode 31: Jill's House
If you've lived in Bloomington long enough, chances are you've heard of Jill's House. But do you know about what is going on there? A new concept encouraging two groups to learn from each other and share their spirits. Can't go wrong with that, right? What started as a place for families to stay...
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Episode 30: Young Professionals Bloomington (YPB)
I hear from a lot of 20 and 30 somethings that Bloomington can be a tough place to find your people. Between the younger college student crowd and the older families with kids, where do you fit if you are a younger professional? Right here! Young Professionals Bloomington (formerly hYPe) is a…
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Episode 29: Consider it Done Transition Services
A lot of us dream of a simpler life, right? We love tiny houses, that crazy Marie Kondo chick and the Container Store. But where do we start? Cheryl Smith of Consider it Done Transition Services joins us for a motivating chat about why we hang on to things we don't need and what to do about it.…
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Episode 28: Emily Herr, Bloomington Canine Services
Tired of hearing about Deb's dogs? Well, this episode isn't going to solve that problem but it may provide a great resource for anyone with a pet! Everyone loves a good dog, but not everyone appreciates the hard work and dedication it takes to get one. According to Emily Herr, Outreach…
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Episode 27: Switchyard Brewing Company
This is episode is epic. Is it because supertaster Deb (see episode 2) becomes a beer drinker or because of the dream our guest made a reality (probably the latter, but still, you should listen to find out)? Seven years of dreaming, persistence against all odds and nine long months of demolition...
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Episode 26: The Mill
In this episode of At Home in Bloomington, we realize how old Deb really is as she wonders in amazement at the concept of co-working (huh?), open workspaces (isn't that loud?), and the important social aspects of work (you mean I shouldn't feel guilty if I'm chatting at the office?). In the heart...
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Episode 25: Sycamore Land Trust
Did you know that 85% of Indiana's original forests no longer exist? 85%. Think about that. And while Bloomington is home to over 200 miles of trails, three lakes and some of Indiana's most beautiful forests, we still have species that face extinction, contaminated ponds and waterways facing...
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Episode 24: Scouts BSA Troop 1148 for Girls
Would Deb and Karan survive on a campout? As we learn in this episode, probably not alone, but with the help of our guest and her scouts, survival is possible. Join us as we learn about the new Scouts BSA (formerly Boy Scouts) female troop in Bloomington with Julie Ramey, Community Relations...
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Episode 23: Bloomington Creative Glass Center
We're turning up the heat on your artist and science aspirations this week! STEM meets art in this week's episode (and we don't mean the stem of a wine glass). Join us as we talk shop with local artist and Bloomington Creative Glass Center founder, Abby Gitlitz. After receiving her Masters of…
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Episode 22: Class 101
Who else has that recurring nightmare about having to take a college final for a class you've never been to? It's not just Deb who has that dream, is it? But these days, students have even more to worry about than when Deb went to college. It's not just getting in, but also how to pay for it.…
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Episode 21: Wonderlab Museum of Science, Health and Technology
Was Deb more excited by the DEAL OF THE CENTURY or the prospect of being able to visit Wonderlab sans children and not be judged as a creeper? You'll just have to listen and find out. What started in 1995 as a community outreach project by IU's Physics Department has grown into an award-winning...
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Episode 20: Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians
If you think our public library is nothing more than a building full of books, we're here to school you. The Monroe County Public Library is an incredible resource for everyone in our city. Join us as we learn more about what they offer with Community Engagement Librarians, Erica Brown and Matt...
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Episode 19: Buskirk-Chumley Theater
What do Deb and Kris Kristofferson have in common? Both have performed on stage at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. She with the Dancing with the Celebrities fundraiser, while under the influence of a fair amount of tequila, and well, Kris Kristofferson probably doesn't need as much explanation or...
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Episode 18: Goldleaf Hydroponics
Why did Deb fear the DEA? Listen and find out as we chat with this episode's guest, Kyle Billman of Goldleaf Hydroponics. When long time hydroponic garden supplier Worm's Way shut its doors in 2016, employees Kyle and Monica Billman knew there would be a huge resource missing in the growing...
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Episode 17: Sculpture Trails
What if I told you that deep in the woods of Bloomington's neighbor, Greene County, sits a site that is respected and known across the globe in the art world? I didn't know about it either until recently. And now I must tell everyone! Since 2002, thousands of people have come to enjoy the…
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Episode 16: Bloomington Co-Housing Project
Bloomington is an amazing place to live and with the creation of its first Cohousing Community, it's about to get even better! Join us as we catch up with Loren Wood of Loren Wood Builders to learn about developments in the Bloomington Cohousing Community. Hear the latest news about this...
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Episode 15: The Purdue Extension - Monroe County Office
Have you ever seen the name "Purdue Extension" on the sign by the recycling center on South Walnut and wondered why our rivals were infiltrating our town? Why is Purdue extending down inti Bloomington? Secret plot to take over? We decided to investigate and what we discovered was an impressive...
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Episode 14: CASA
Volunteering is one of the best ways to become more At Home in your community. You meet people, make friends, and feel a part of something. While all nonprofits need our donations, today's guest also really needs YOU. What started in Seattle over 30 years ago as an effort to hear the voices of...
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Realtor Deb Tomaro brings you the people, places and resources that make Bloomington, Indiana home and help you live your best life. At Home in Bloomington.
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