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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.
WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.
Bloomington's all-girl rock band, Thee Tsunamis, strives to epitomize the fun; they perform "Teenage Dreams," from their album, "Saturday Night Sweet Heart."
Bloomington's all-girl rock band, Thee Tsunamis, strives to epitomize the fun; they perform "Trash Talk," from their album, "Saturday Night Sweet Heart."
Pulling from a variety of musical influences, all-girl rock band, Thee Tsunamis, strives to epitomize the fun in punk, and pay homage to b-movie culture.
After years playing the guitar, Clint Bear decided to build his own guitar; today, his custom guitars are nationally known for their superior sound and detail.
In the 1860s, Madison, Indiana, was the leading producer of saddletrees with over a dozen saddletree companies, including the Schroeder Saddletree Factory.
A third-generation guitarist, Kade Puckett has played for over 25 years. In 2013, he became Indiana's Fingerstyle Guitar Champion, winning an O.C. Bear Guitar.
Founded by Bloomington drummer Dave Segedy, Sleeping Bag performs the pop rock inspired "Here I Am."
Founded by Bloomington drummer Dave Segedy, Sleeping Bag performs the pop rock inspired "Touch of Gold."
Founded by Bloomington drummer Dave Segedy, Sleeping Bag performs the pop rock inspired "Wrestle," from their third LP, "Deep Sleep."
After years as a carpenter, Chris Dadds turned to a beloved childhood hobby, developing a unique woodworking niche that has seen his work shipped across the US.
After becoming interested in military history as a child, Brian Mundell began collecting military memorabilia, creating Terre Haute's only memorial museum.
Founded by Bloomington drummer Dave Segedy, Sleeping Bag draws inspiration from a wide-range of musical influences, featuring pop hooks and driving rock beats.
Even though they are only 1/24th the scale of an automobile, slot cars can reach speeds of over 100mph; racers must master hair-trigger maneuvering for the win.