The Civic Circus

Hosted by Councilman & Mayoral Candidate Spencer Duncan, Civic Circus dives into the real issues, events, and voices shaping Topeka—one conversation at a time.

The Civic Circus is a society podcast hosted by Spencer Duncan, with 27 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Spencer Duncan hosts The Civic Circus, a society show with 27 episodes published.

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  Episode #27

  Season 2 Episode 4 | Angelique Taylor

  Aug 7, 20261h 5m

  This week on The Civic Circus Podcast, we sat down with Angelique Taylor, owner of AO NOLA Praline Candy, for a conversation that's as inspiring as it is sweet! Angelique shares the story behind bringing authentic New Orleans-style pralines to the community, what inspired her entrepreneurial journey, and the passion it takes to turn a family tradition into a thriving business. From the highs and challenges of being a business owner to the importance of staying true to your vision, this episode is packed with inspiration for entrepreneurs, food lovers, and anyone chasing a dream.

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  Episode #25

  Season 2 Episode 3 | Sarah Karns Vincent

  Jun 19, 20261h 24m

  This week on The Civic Circus Podcast, we sit down with Sarah Karns Vincent, Director of LiveWell Shawnee County and a passionate advocate for creating healthier, stronger communities throughout Shawnee County. Sarah leads efforts focused on improving community health, mental wellness, food access, housing, transportation, and overall quality of life through collaboration and grassroots action. She also works closely with community partners to turn local health data into real-world solutions that impact families across our region.

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  Episode #24

  Sn 2. Episode 2 | Staci Williams

  Jun 5, 20261 hourS0

  <p>This episode of The Civic Circus Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Staci Williams entrepreneur, business owner, and longtime advocate in the pet industry here in Kansas.</p> <p>Staci is the owner of Petland Topeka, one of Topeka’s most recognized pet retail businesses located inside West Ridge Mall. Over the years, she has built a reputation as a driven entrepreneur who thrives on creating businesses from the ground up, with experience spanning multiple ventures and industries.<br> <br> </p> <p>In this episode, we dive into:</p> The reality of owning and operating a business in today’s ec...

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  Episode #23

  Season 2 Episode 1 | Micheal Odupitan

  May 22, 20261h 11mS0

  <p>Season 2 of The Civic Circus Podcast is officially here. After taking a short break, we’re kicking things back off with a powerful conversation featuring Michael Odupitan.</p> <p>In Episode 1, we dive into what Omni Circle is all about, the vision behind building stronger community connections, and the importance of creating spaces centered around growth, leadership, and collaboration. Michael also shares insights from his recent trip to Black Wall Street in Tulsa, reflecting on the history, legacy, and inspiration that came from visiting one of the most impactful symbols of Black excellence and entrepreneurship in American history.</p>

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  Episode #22

  Episode 22 | Johnathan Sublet

  Dec 12, 20251h 11mS0

  <p>In this inspiring episode of The Civic Circus Podcast, we sit down with Johnathan Sublet, the Executive Director and visionary leader behind SENT Inc., a Topeka-based nonprofit dedicated to holistic community transformation through housing, wellness, education, and relational development.<br> <br> Johnathan shares his personal journey — from growing up in an under-resourced neighborhood to a successful corporate career as a chemical engineer, and ultimately transitioning into community development work rooted in deep care for his home city. Along the way, he reflects on the mentors and experiences that shaped his calling and the principles he now applies to serving ot...

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