Finding Hope & Building Community with Senator Andrea Hunley

Conversation Piece with Patrick Armstrong

On this week’s episode of Conversation Piece, Senator Andrea Hunley kicks off 2025 by sharing her path from elementary school principal to state legislator, rooted in a childhood where books became her sanctuary after personal tragedy. As one of only two Black women in the Indiana Senate, she discusses bridging divides through authentic connection and proximity to different communities. Her perspective as both educator and legislator illuminates the challenges and opportunities in creating systemic change in Indiana politics.

Learn more about Senator Hunley: https://andreahunley.com/
Follow Senator Hunley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AndreaHunley_IN/

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Shout out to B.Steele aka ill.creations, whose art is featured in this episode! Brandon is a digital artist with a deep appreciation for music. His artwork revolves around music artists that he enjoys and inspire him in some way. The two pieces featured are his creative representation of two of his favorite albums: The Sun's Tirade by Isaiah Rashad (behind Patrick) and Madvillainy by MF DOOM & Madlib (behind Andrea). Both albums help him tap into his creative zone and maneuver through the hard times of life. Inquire about purchasing either piece (or both! or more!) directly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ill.creations/

Shout out to Frida's Flowers for sponsoring the show! Elevate your next event (or your living room) with some of Madeline's incredible work: fridasflowersindy.com/

This week’s Give Em Their Flowers shout out: Ryan Hunley

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Produced and hosted by: Patrick Armstrong

Filmed and edited by: Mike Lee Productions

Engineered and mixed by: Popular Rapture

Music by: Mandog