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Journey Indiana

Episode 520

March 29, 2023

From the Vincennes Historic Sites in Vincennes Indiana: explore the Schmidt Bakery's icon treat: 'Cherry-Thing-a-Lings', experience the thrilling sport of Goalball in Fort Wayne, learn about the Bob Ross Experience at Minnetrista in Muncie, and visit the 'King of Desks' in Indianapolis.

Stories from this Episode

Fritter Frenzy

Travel to Batesville to learn why Schmidt Bakery's Cherry Thing-A-Lings are a hit with locals and fritter fans around the country. Want to learn more about Schmidt Bakery and their icon pastry?

Produced by Jason Pear.

Go Go Goalball

The Turnstone Center for Children and Adults with Disabilities in Fort Wayne is home to the USA Goalball Team. This sport for the blind and visually impaired pits teams of three against each other as they lob a three-pound ball at their opponent's goal. Learn how this paralympic sport came into being and how these athletes are striving to be the best.

Produced by Nick Deel, Videography by Saddam Abbas.

Happy Little Accidents: The Bob Ross Experience

Visit the Bob Ross Experience at Minnetrista in Muncie, and learn all about the famous painter's connection to the Hoosier state.

Produced by Jason Pear.

The King of Desks: Wooton's Patent Cabinet Office Secretary

Learn the story behind the "King of Desks"...once made in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Produced by Jason Pear.