Open Comments, Open Minds with Jacob Espinoza | Episode 14 of Heavy Lifts Podcast

In this episode of Heavy Lifts, Nat Borchers and AJ Nash sit down with Jacob Espinoza, entrepreneur, community advocate, and the creator of What’s Happening Salem, a platform giving people a voice in how the city grows and connects.Jacob talks about taking risks, building community through open dialogue, and why keeping the comments open — the good and the bad — matters. From the challenges of representing a whole city to the importance of listening first, this conversation dives into what it really means to create connection in public spaces.What you’ll hear in this episode: ▸ The story behind What’s Happening Salem▸ Why transparency and feedback are key to community growth▸ How to balance criticism, creativity, and collaboration▸ The role of risk-taking in building trust▸ Lessons in leadership, patience, and purpose🎧 New Heavy Lifts episodes drop every Friday at 9 AM on YouTube & Spotify.🏗️ Heavy Lifts: For those who see opportunity and embrace the risk to build it.Connect with us!Nat: @natborchers on Instagram▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram▸ www.backlinerealestate.comJacob: ⁨@WhatsHappeningSalem⁩ on Instagram#HeavyLiftsPodcast #communitybuilders #salemoregon #urbanrevival