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Forging identity on the court and in the studio with Mikey Levine (The Open Door Sessions)

Author
Patrick Armstrong
Published
Thu 26 Jun 2025
Episode Link
https://share.transistor.fm/s/b98a18be

On this episode of The Open Door, Mikey Levine, a creative and musician from Indianapolis, to discuss identity, culture, and the transformative power of humility in personal and professional growth. From navigating the complexities of being an adoptee to finding connection through basketball and music, Mikey shares his journey of self-discovery and community impact.

Connect with Mikey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikey.levine/
Follow Mikey's music on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeyy.mp3/

0:00: Welcome and Introduction

2:15: Meet Mikey Levine

5:40: Unpacking Identity and Adoption

12:25: Navigating Culture and Community

18:50: Humility and Growth Through Basketball

26:30: Finding Connection in Indianapolis

32:15: Asian Representation in Sports

39:00: Supporting Mikey and Closing Thoughts


The Open Door is a series where once a month we literally open the studio door and invite folks from the community to sit down with us and talk about whatever is on their hearts. To learn more go to https://bit.ly/opendoor2024.


Shout out to Life in Indy for sponsoring this initiative! Life in Indy is your comprehensive guide to the Indianapolis region. This site gives you a full virtual tour experience, so you can explore our community and discover where in Indy is the best place for your new home. Learn more at https://www.lifeinindy.com/


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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong

Filmed and edited by: Durham Visuals

Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture

Music by: Mandog

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