About Us

What we do

Indianapolis is often touted as the Crossroads of America. But to us, it’s more than just a passing point — a destination in its own right. At Indy Examiner, we’re shedding light on all the local treasures and experiences that make us love our city.

From iconic attractions to must-try restaurants, Indy Examiner is your go-to platform for comprehensive reviews, insider guides, and recommendations you can trust.

Meet our team

Indy Examiner was built by a team of locals who love to explore Indianapolis and share their stories. Each of them has a unique perspective of their hometown, but all share the same goal of helping you experience the city to the fullest.

Lucas Brennan
Lucas Brennan
Staff Writer
Lucas is a father of two. He and his kids have a shared love for adventure, often spending weekends together exploring parks, trails, and other outdoor destinations in Indianapolis. He’s your go-to for all things outdoors and family-friendly.
Rachel Smith
Rachel Smith
Staff Writer
Rachel works as a digital marketing manager in a renowned marketing firm in Indianapolis. Her personality fits her career — Rachel is detail-oriented and loves uncovering stories behind seemingly mundane things. In her free time, she goes out exploring the most overlooked places in the city. In fact, you might just find her in a small family-owned restaurant enjoying a sandwich while chatting with the owners about their life stories.
Andre Taylor
Andre Taylor
Staff Writer
Andre’s life has been all about football. He got into the sport when he was in high school, played for his University, and now coaches a college football team. He frequents sports bars, especially when an Indianapolis Colts game is on. And because of this, he considers himself an expert not only in football but in chugging down local beer as well.
Sandra Miller
Sandra Miller
Staff Writer
Sandra was born and raised in Chicago but moved to Indianapolis for work some time ago. In her first year in the city, she made it a point to explore her new home. As a UX designer, she naturally gravitated to Indianapolis’ arts and tech scene. Up to this day, she still attends creative workshops and stops by community-driven events on weekends.

How do we find the best of everything?

So we give you only the best that Indianapolis has to offer, we conduct a thorough selection process when determining what to recommend to our readers. We do extensive research on providers, compare services, talk to past customers, and even try out the service ourselves. You can trust that our recommendations are backed by genuine experiences.

Learn more about our methodology

How do we make money?

Indy Examiner is 100% reader-supported. We only earn a small commission when you make a purchase using our affiliate links, but that cost isn’t passed onto you. We don’t accept payment in exchange for positive reviews, so you can trust that our recommendations are genuine and unbiased.

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