Mosaic Minds Podcast

Send us Fan Mail He writes every word. AI makes the music. So who's the artist? J.S. Clockwise has written poetry for decades, always in rhyme and meter. He self-published a book of poems, and for about a year now he's been turning them into songs with generative AI and releasing the music. Nick and Jason talk with him about: - Judging every lyric by whether it sounds like something Leon...

Send us Fan Mail At 50, exhausted from two abusive marriages and a career spent taking care of everyone but herself, Pamela Topjian sold almost everything she owned, bought a one-way bus ticket, and left home not knowing where she'd land. Ten years later, she's a published author, a podcast host, and living what she calls the first equal, respectful marriage of her life. In this episode,...

Send us Fan Mail Grant Shouse is 22 years old and has been inside 125 high school gyms in Indiana. He wants to be inside every one of them — somewhere north of 410 — before he turns 30. He's also the inaugural radio voice of the Kokomo Creek Chubs, the city's brand-new Prospect League team, and he calls high school football and basketball across Grant, Wabash and Miami counties for Actio...

Send us Fan Mail At nine months old, Hunter Baughman's parents were told he had a zero percent chance of surviving bacterial meningitis. He's now closing out his sixth season on the National Professional Fishing League. He barely mentions any of that here. Jason talks with Hunter about the work instead — six-day tournament weeks, three daughters under six riding along, Sunday morning chu...

Send us Fan Mail  Heidi Mikac writes, directs and stars in her own films, and funds them with money from strangers who have never met her. She talks with Nick and Jason about Written in the Dark — the prequel to her award-winning Written in the Light — about the psychic-serial-killer feature she built out of something that really happened at her high school, and about why the film she's makin...

Send us Fan Mail  Misti Spencer was between twelve and fourteen the first time she was trafficked, and the person who did it was someone her family trusted. In this conversation she walks through how it actually begins - slowly, in small pieces, long before anyone would call it abuse - and why the people who do it are almost never strangers. This episode is a survivor's account, told for the...

Send us Fan Mail What do you do when life genuinely isn't fair? Beth Sherman — a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, nurse, author, and speaker with more than 20 years of experience — joins Nick and Jason to talk through the framework she built from two decades of nursing, eight years working inside a state prison system, and her own fight with colorectal cancer: wha...

Send us Fan Mail Wesley Key spent two years as an atheist, deep in seminary, trying to prove there wasn't a God. Today he owns two Chick-fil-A restaurants in Bloomington, Indiana, and he's just written his first book. In this conversation, Wes sits down with Nick and Jason to talk through the parts of his story most people never hear: losing three family members within about a year, the...

Send us Fan Mail CJ Wallis makes documentaries about the stories hiding behind things everyone thinks they already know — a Price Is Right superfan who beat the system, an NFL quarterback more misunderstood than his highlight reel suggests, and a video game that's kept a community together for decades. On this episode of Mosaic Minds Podcast, Nick and Jason sit down with the director of Perfe...

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Send us Fan Mail If you've ever felt like you're not enough — like you've lost yourself somewhere along the way — this conversation is for you. Dr. Julie Basler returns to Mosaic Minds for an honest talk about burnout, depression, self-worth, and finding your way back. As an author, speaker, and former college president and board chair, she knows what it's like to look successf...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Mosaic Minds Podcast welcomes Chris Gonzales — host of Gonzo Sports Room , Gonzo’s Wrestling Room , and Face or Heel Pro Wrestling Talk . Chris shares how his career shifted from plumbing to podcasting, his journey through Indiana’s independent wrestling promotions, and his passion for sports like the Colts, Reds, and Pacers. He also opens up about building a family-run...

Send us Fan Mail Comedian and actress Katie K joins Mosaic Minds Podcast for an episode full of chaos, comedy, and career moves. From wrestling in 42 batches of Jell-O to landing a spot on America’s Got Talent, Katie shows how talent, timing, and a little bit of trash can lead to treasure. We cover her Dry Bar Comedy special that’s been stuck in the Top 10 since release, her newest special with LM...

Send us Fan Mail The rules for finding work have changed — and Dr. Chaz Austin is here to guide you through the new landscape. In this episode, Dr. Chaz shares actionable steps to land work in 2025, whether you’re switching careers, re-entering the job market, or looking to future-proof your current position. From building a personal brand to using networking as your “side door” into opportunities...

Send us Fan Mail David Page once asked Gaddafi about cross-dressing. He’s been in bunkers during revolutions. And yes — he created Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives (the one with the spiky blonde hair guy). In Episode 64 of Mosaic Minds , we talk to the man behind the madness. From NBC war reporting to pioneering food television, David shares how storytelling shaped his path — and how he continues doing...

Send us Fan Mail Dave Robisch isn’t just a Kansas Jayhawk legend — he’s one of the greatest scorers in KU history and a 13-year pro who lived through the wild, revolutionary days of the ABA. In this episode, Dave sits down with Nick and Jason to share his journey from Springfield, Illinois to Final Fours and ABA arenas. He opens up about his proudest basketball moments, the heartbreak of falling s...

Send us Fan Mail Description/Show Notes: NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry joins Mosaic Minds for a powerful conversation that goes far beyond basketball. In this special re-release, we revisit our interview with one of the most outspoken and iconic figures in hoops history—now newly appointed to the board of the Dropping Dimes Foundation. Rick opens up about: His days in the ABA and NBA Why he shot fr...

Send us Fan Mail “They gave everything to the game… and were forgotten.” We’re re-releasing this powerful interview with ABA legend Bob Netolicky—because honestly, it didn’t get the love it deserved the first time. And with everything we’ve been doing to support the Dropping Dimes Foundation and the new documentary The Waiting Game, it’s the perfect time to spotlight Bob’s voice again. Bob is more...

Send us Fan Mail He owns 310 tracks. He’s studied under legends. And he plays like he was born with the guitar in his hands. Jonathan Taylor is a world-touring classical guitarist with over 30 albums and a legacy that’s shockingly under the radar. He’s performed alongside greats like Pavarotti, studied under maestros like Pepe Romero and Frederick Noad, and owns every note he’s ever released—a lev...

Send us Fan Mail They changed the game. The three-point shot, the slam dunk contest, the fast, high-energy style of play—that all came from the ABA. But when the NBA and ABA merged, the players who helped build modern basketball were left with nothing. In this episode of Mosaic Minds Podcast, Michael Husain, the writer and director of The Waiting Game, joins us to talk about the injustice faced by...

Send us Fan Mail Brittany Racine’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless ambition . In this episode, we sit down with Brittany as she shares her incredible journey from personal struggles to real estate success and becoming a TV host. 💡 What you’ll hear in this episode:  ✅ How Brittany navigated life after divorce and a failed business  ✅ Why taking risks led to unexpected car...

Send us Fan Mail Tonight on Mosaic Minds Podcast , we get real about pro wrestling with a guy who's been in the business for nearly four decades — TJ Powers . If you tuned in a few weeks ago, you remember Mike Noble (Mr. Friday Night) and his championship run. TJ was in his corner, making sure things went his way... or at least trying to. Now, he's here to break down what really happened...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, hosts Nick and Jason reconnect with their friends and culinary experts, Matthew Gray and Jared Gleaton, for an in-depth discussion about the current state of restaurant culture and food critique. This episode is packed with lively debates, humorous insights, and thoughtful commentary on topics such as: The Evolution of Dining: Exploring how ambiance, service, and...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the spotlight fades? Former NBA All-Star James Donaldson has faced battles far tougher than anything on the court. After nearly losing his life to a medical emergency , suffering financial setbacks , and battling mental health struggles , James found a new purpose —helping others find hope. In this episode, we dive into: 🏀 His journey from NBA dominance to real-...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Mosaic Minds Podcast , we sit down with David Nordel , a retired Air Force Command Chief Master Sergeant , combat medic , and bestselling author . With 30 years of military experience, David shares his insights on leadership, resilience, and the challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian life . 💬 Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ The real...