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Beyond Clarkonomics: How the Fever’s evolution is transforming a sports capital

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About Beyond Clarkonomics: How the Fever’s evolution is transforming a sports capital

Beyond Clarkonomics is a narrative podcast hosted by IBJ business of sports reporter Mickey Shuey exploring Caitlin Clark’s arrival to the Indiana Fever and the ripple effect it's having on Indianapolis. Through expert interviews and archival audio, the series unpacks how Clark’s presence is transforming a once-struggling franchise—and how that transformation is reshaping downtown revitalization, civic planning and the city’s long-term sports strategy.

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6 episodes

episode Ep. 5: Bigger than Caitlin Clark: How Indianapolis is building a women’s sports movement artwork

Ep. 5: Bigger than Caitlin Clark: How Indianapolis is building a women’s sports movement

In the series finale of Beyond Clarkonomics, host Mickey Shuey explores how Indianapolis is building a long-term vision for women’s sports—one that began before Caitlin Clark’s arrival and is designed to outlast any single player. As the Fever’s star power accelerates momentum, civic and sports leaders are executing a decades-long strategy to make Indianapolis a global capital of women’s athletics. From the Indy Ignite pro volleyball team and women’s tackle football to the Indiana Sports Corp.’s 2050 Vision, this episode traces the city’s expansive infrastructure investments, emerging youth programs and national ambitions. Featuring insights from leaders at the Fever, Pacers Sports & Entertainment, Indiana Sports Corp., NCAA, Marvella Foundation and others, the episode asks: Can Indy become the epicenter of women’s sports—and what happens if the star who supercharged the movement is no longer in the mix? *  Start your dollar a week trial now at ⁠IBJ.com/trialoffer⁠ [www.IBJ.com/trialoffer] * Check out our event lineup and register now at ⁠IBJ.com/Register ⁠ [www.IBJ.com/Register%20] * Discover which programs are accepting nominations now at ⁠IBJ.com/Nominate⁠ [www.IBJ.com/Nominate]

21 Aug 2025 - 45 min
episode Ep 4: Can Indy's All-Star moment shine without Clark? artwork

Ep 4: Can Indy's All-Star moment shine without Clark?

Host Mickey Shuey unpacks the high-stakes arrival of the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis—and explores what it means that the league's biggest star, Caitlin Clark, is sidelined. With thousands descending upon the Circle City. Featuring interviews with WNBA Chief Growth Officer Colie Edison, USA Today columnist Christine Brennan, sports marketer Ken Ungar, and leaders from Visit Indy, Indiana Sports Corp., and Pacers Sports & Entertainment, this episode dives into the marketing, civic planning, and vision behind one of the biggest weekends in WNBA history as the city looks to use the weekend as a catalyst for its own ambitions around women's sports. *  Start your dollar a week trial now at ⁠IBJ.com/trialoffer⁠ [www.IBJ.com/trialoffer] * Check out our event lineup and register now at ⁠IBJ.com/Register ⁠ [www.IBJ.com/Register%20] * Discover which programs are accepting nominations now at ⁠IBJ.com/Nominate⁠ [www.IBJ.com/Nominate]

18 Jul 2025 - 35 min
episode Ep 3: Playing the long game: how the Fever are capitalizing on the moment artwork

Ep 3: Playing the long game: how the Fever are capitalizing on the moment

Host Mickey Shuey examines how the Indiana Fever are capitalizing on unprecedented momentum — not just to win games, but to rebuild their roster, reshape their brand and redefine what’s possible in women’s professional sports. From a bold offseason overhaul to a dramatic rise in sponsorships and fan engagement, this episode details how the franchise is laying the groundwork for long-term success on and off the court. Featuring Fever executives Kelly Krauskopf and Amber Cox, Pacers Sports & Entertainment CEO Mel Raines, marketing strategist Ken Ungar and Cheez-It brand director Cara Tragseiler, the episode explores the business mechanics behind the Fever’s transformation — and what it signals for the WNBA’s future. *  Start your dollar a week trial now at ⁠IBJ.com/trialoffer⁠ [www.IBJ.com/trialoffer] * Check out our event lineup and register now at ⁠IBJ.com/Register ⁠ [www.IBJ.com/Register%20] * Discover which programs are accepting nominations now at ⁠IBJ.com/Nominate⁠ [www.IBJ.com/Nominate]

2 Jul 2025 - 35 min
episode Ep 2: In 49 other states, it’s just basketball: The ups and downs of the Indiana Fever artwork

Ep 2: In 49 other states, it’s just basketball: The ups and downs of the Indiana Fever

IBJ’s Mickey Shuey traces the Indiana Fever’s origins — from skeptical beginnings to a franchise poised for greatness. Through interviews with former players, league leaders and lifelong fans, this episode explores the Fever’s rocky early years, the rise of Tamika Catchings and the cultural headwinds facing women’s sports. Hear how the franchise built credibility, weathered tough seasons and laid the groundwork for today’s Fever renaissance. Listen at IBJ.com/beyond-clarkonomics [https://IBJ.com/beyond-clarkonomics] or wherever you get your podcasts. *  Start your dollar a week trial now at ⁠IBJ.com/trialoffer⁠ [www.IBJ.com/trialoffer] * Check out our event lineup and register now at ⁠IBJ.com/Register ⁠ [www.IBJ.com/Register%20] * Discover which programs are accepting nominations now at ⁠IBJ.com/Nominate⁠ [www.IBJ.com/Nominate]

16 Jun 2025 - 34 min
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