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What:
On Tuesday, Oct. 18, 200 people participated in a think & drink discussion with friends and neighbors about the legislative, political and social themes of the Prohibition Era and their current presence in society.

Complementing Ken Burns' latest documentary “Prohibition” and the Indiana Historical Society exhibition, You Are There 1920: Busted! Prohibition Enforced, this “Chew on This” conversation focused on comparing the themes and tensions of the prohibition era with issues in contemporary times. In some of Indy’s best loved watering holes, we discussed the legacy and lessons of prohibition, over cocktails of course! Skilled facilitators helped guide the conversation and official "tweeters" stationed at each of the 13 locations broadcast the chat via social media. View the Twitter feed to see a log of the conversations.

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FACILITATORS:
Ted Boehm: Ted Boehm is a retired Indiana Supreme Court justice, with long list of accomplishments in the legal, business and civic community. Mr. Boehm is a former editor of the Harvard Law Review with unique insight into a vast array of legal issues.

Bill Blomquist: Bill Blomquist is a political science professor and Dean of the School of Liberal Arts at IUPUI. Dr. Blomquist teaches courses in American politics, Indiana politics and constitutional law.

Karen Celestino-Horseman: Karen Celestino-Horseman is an attorney representing the League of Women Voters of Indiana, focusing on issues impacting voting rights in Indiana. Ms. Celestino-Horseman is also a former Indianapolis/Marion County City-County Councilor.

Vivian Deno: Vivian Deno is a professor of history at Butler University. Dr. Deno’s work has focused largely on American history of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century (roughly 1870-1940).

Rosemary Dorsa: Rosemary Dorsa is a nonprofit consultant who has held leadership positions with the Central Indiana Community Foundation for nearly 20 years. Ms. Dorsa is also the chair of Indiana Humanities' Board of Directors.

Ted Frantz: Edward “Ted” Frantz is a professor of history at the University of Indianapolis. Dr. Frantz’s areas of specialty include presidential and political history, African American history and American history from 1865-1945.

Matt Gutwein: Matt Gutwein is the President and CEO of the Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Mr. Gutwein is also a legal scholar with extensive experience in numerous legal, political and constitutional issues.

Lou Harry: Lou Harry is the arts & entertainment editor for the Indianapolis Business Journal. Mr. Harry is also a prolific writer who has published novels, works of non-fiction, essays, plays and articles for publications such as Variety and Men’s Health.

Gil Holmes: Gilbert “Gil” Holmes is the Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana. Prior to advocating for constitutional rights at the ACLU, Mr. Holmes had a long career in both the public and private sector, as well as the U.S. Army.

David Hoppe: David Hoppe is a freelance writer, editor and cultural strategist. Mr. Hoppe is also a contributing editor and columnist for NUVO.

Jason Lantzer: Jason Lantzer is a professor of history at IUPUI and Butler University. Dr. Lantzer’s research has focused on the intersection of religion, politics and the law. Dr. Lantzer recently published the book Prohibition is Here to Stay: The Reverend Edward S. Shumaker and the Dry Crusade in America.

Tim Robinson: Tim Robinson is a Vice President and Senior Investment Advisor for PNC Wealth Management. Mr. Robinson also teaches post-graduate level courses in legal and business ethics at Butler University.

Scott Seay: Scott Seay is a professor of history and global Christianity at the Christian Theological Seminary. Dr. Seay’s research interests include the historical relationship between religion and politics.

Debra Simmons Wilson: Debra Simmons Wilson is a consultant, advising clients on issues associated with diversity and inclusion. Ms. Wilson has more than 30 years of experience in a diverse mixture of industries, including planning, transportation, social services, coalition and community building, stakeholder engagement, diversity and cultural competency.

David Wantz: David Wantz is the Associate Vice President for Community Relations at the University of Indianapolis. Prior to his work at the University of Indianapolis, Dr. Wantz had a long career training law enforcement and public safety officers.