FIND Love, Community and a New Third Place In Indianapolis with Bo Turner

Building Connections in Indy: Bo Turner on FIND Indianapolis and Third

Spaces

In this episode of Third Space Indy, host Michael Zarick interviews Bo

Turner, a serial entrepreneur known for her work with FIND Indianapolis.

Bo discusses the objectives of FIND, which include hosting speed dating

and singles events designed to foster connections and community in

Indianapolis. The conversation covers the importance of third spaces in

fostering community, the impact of American hustle culture versus more

community-focused cultures like those in Copenhagen, and how Bo's events

aim to help people forge meaningful relationships in person. Bo shares

insights on dating dynamics, the challenges of maintaining third spaces

in a capitalist society, and her passion for creating non-transactional,

community-driven events. They also touch upon the potential for

transforming underutilized spaces into community hubs and the importance

of balancing work with personal time. The episode concludes with

thoughts on the unique character of Indianapolis and the need for more

organic, community-focused spaces.

00:00 Introduction to Copenhagen's Happiness

01:04 Meet Bo Turner: Serial Entrepreneur

02:59 FIND Indianapolis: Speed Dating and More

04:55 The Process of Speed Dating

08:21 Breaking Stereotypes and Finding Love

14:35 Bo Turner's Personal Journey and Identity

19:03 The Importance of Third Spaces

30:15 Future Neighbors: A Plan for Community Living

30:56 Apartment Living and Community Building

32:15 Innovative Urban Planning in Chicago

33:37 The Importance of Front Porches and Community Interaction

35:30 House Parties and Social Gatherings

36:23 Exploring Indianapolis Neighborhoods

43:11 Public Transportation and Reading on the Bus

45:16 Creating Third Spaces in Indianapolis

47:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts