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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.
Inspired by a Bloomington artist, Jordan Minnick began crafting glass at the age of 15. Today, he's become known across the US for his fantastical creatures.
For over 30 years, Virginia Turner has designed and produced thousands of porcelain and vinyl dolls at her doll factory, located in Heltonville, Indiana.
Created in 2001, the Indiana Ice Studio was founded by Stephan Koch, a five-time ranked carver at the National Ice Carving Association's National Competition.
Jacobs School of Music's award-winning Wasmuth String Quartet perform Anton Webern's "Langsamer Satz," showcasing Michael Duff's locally-made Berg Bows.
For over four decades, Berg Bows has worked to develop the best string bows in the world, guided by scientific research and state-of-the-art technology.
Located in Fort Mitchell, KY, the Vent Haven Museum is the only ventriloquist museum in the world, featuring over 500 figures and over 100 years of artists.
Inspired by the Vent Haven Museum, Jeff Golc ventured into the world of ventriloquism; at 15 years old, he's performed with Dunham, and makes his own figures.
Bloomington natives, and popular rock duo, Root Soother, explain what has motivated their unique sound, a self-described mash-up of blues and punk.
Rock duo, Root Soother, join us in the studio for the first time to perform "Rye," a new song off their debut album, "Antique Boutique."
After twenty years as a master carver, Galloway's work can be seen across the country, including the iconic Times Square Building and the National Cathedral.