Episode description: Author and expert on Ozarks Judaism Mara W. Cohen Ioannides shares insights on writing about and studying Judaism in the area and her experience coming to Springfield, which led her to teach at Missouri State University. Tune in for a deep dive into the Jewish merchant history of Springfield.
About the podcast: In Our Town is a podcast about Springfield, Mo. issues and leaders, hosted by Tom Carlson, publisher and founder of the Hauxeda.
About the host: Tom Carlson is the publisher and founder of the Hauxeda. An attorney and real estate developer who specializes in affordable housing, Tom was the longest-serving mayor of Springfield, serving 14 years over seven non-consecutive terms between 1988 and 2009.