Community Bumblebee Talk with Imani Lehté Local Community Builder

Empowering Community: A Conversation with Imani Lehté 🧶

In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick talks to Imani

Lehté, a passionate community member and advocate in Indianapolis. They

discuss the importance of value-based community building, Imani's

journey from a restrictive upbringing to an open and liberated mindset,

and the role of spaces like Indy Community Yoga in fostering

inclusivity. Imani also shares their personal connection to their name,

their experiences growing up, and their involvement in various community

initiatives and rallies. Join the conversation as they explore how to

create supportive, inclusive spaces and the significance of being true

to oneself.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Beliefs

00:46 Meet the Guest: Imani Lehté

01:38 Crocheting and Personal Interests

01:57 The Significance of Names

03:02 Podcast Philosophy and Guest Criteria

04:06 Imani's Background and Radicalization

06:03 Community and Personal Growth

17:21 Indy Community Yoga and Its Impact

28:15 Third Spaces and Nature Connection

32:12 Unexpected Friendships in the Beer World

34:43 The Importance of Vice in Community Building

36:38 Reflecting on Lost Third Spaces

37:04 The Struggles and Evolution of Religious Spaces

43:28 Favorite Ice Cream and Hometown Memories

49:39 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

54:30 Wrapping Up and Contact Information