Brian Galecki is the co-owner of Dumb Records. This episode begins with some rapid-fire hot takes, explores how Dumb Records began, and discuss why community matters more than ever.
Tony Stang
Tony Stang is pastor of Central Baptist Church in downtown Springfield and the founder/host of The Mosaic Project, a podcast created as a means of archiving moments of humanity.
Kena Bere interview
Kena Bere is a young attorney working in downtown Springfield who is dedicating her career to building a more just and equitable legal system. She serves as a SAFE-T Act lawyer for the Illinois Office of the State’s Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor. A 2020 University of Illinois Springfield graduate, Kena focuses on criminal justice and system […]
Jay Shanle interview
Jay Shanle, the new executive director of Downtown Springfield Inc., sat down with The Mosaic Project to talk vision, growth and what’s next for DSI. From bold ideas to addressing critics, this conversation dives into the future of downtown.
OJ Crowder interview
For three decades, OJ Crowder has been a familiar and friendly face in downtown Springfield. As a dedicated letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, he’s spent the last 30 years getting to know our city and its people. Now, his story is being shared in a new podcast episode that highlights his experiences, the changes he’s witnessed over the years and the relationships he’s built along his route.
Greg Kanter interview
Rabbi Greg Kanter of Temple B’rith Sholom talks with Tony Stang of The Mosaic Project about his journey of faith and coming out.
Josh Sabo interview
Josh Sabo, executive director of Heartland HOUSED, sits down with Tony Stang of The Mosaic Project for an extended conversation about the unhoused community in Springfield.
Karen Conn interview
Karen talks about listing her businesses for sale and why she still believes in the potential of downtown Springfield.
