Category: Podcast

On October 9, 2013, former Indiana Senator Richard Lugar and Mayor Pete Buttigieg discussed Lugar’s political journey, including his role in desegregating Indianapolis schools and implementing the Unigov system.

A discussion of strategies for transforming heartland cities. The discussion highlighted the importance of partnerships, efficient government, and educational opportunities in the revitalization of heartland cities.

Pete Buttigieg and Richard Lugar emphasize the humanities’ crucial role in leadership and personal development.

In a discussion on modern urban leadership, mayors from Indianapolis, Nashville, and Columbus emphasized the importance of collaboration, innovation, and embracing diversity.

Former Indianapolis deputy mayors Michael O’Connor and Michael Huber, along with Mayor Pete Buttigieg of South Bend, discussed the significance of local government leadership.

The University of Indianapolis’s Richard M. Fairbanks Symposium on Civic Leadership, moderated by former Congressman Lee Hamilton, discussed American policy towards Syria.

At a symposium on October 9, 2013, mayors Blair Milo, Pete Buttigieg, and Chris McBarnes discussed the role of technology in modern governance. Milo highlighted how social media, particularly her Facebook page, fosters community engagement and dialogue. Buttigieg emphasized technology’s role in economic growth, citing South Bend’s open data portal and data centers in old…

Revitalizing American cities is discussed, highlighting the need for reinvention in older industrial cities. Senator Richard Lugar reflects on the implementation of Unigov in Indianapolis in 1970, which revitalized the city by attracting investment, clearing downtown debris, and fostering cultural opportunities. This led to international recognition, including hosting the first International Conference on Cities and…

At the Richard M. Fairbanks Symposium, Mayor Chris McBarnes and Senator Richard Lugar discussed the attributes of effective leadership. McBarnes emphasized the importance of listening, removing politics from governance, and fostering community involvement, highlighting his 100-day plan and a volunteer army of 16,500. He stressed transparency and accountability, encouraging community engagement through initiatives like neighborhood…