For Dan Faughnder, design has never been just about making things look good, it's about giving music a visual identity. As a graphic designer with Concord Records, he helps artists translate sound into imagery, creating the album artwork, posters, merchandise, and visual worlds that become inseparable from the music itself. It's a discipline that lives at the intersection of craft, collaboration, and culture. But somewhere along the way, another creative pursuit emerged. What began as a few friends meeting for runs grew into Eagle Rock Run Club, one of Los Angeles' most vibrant community running groups. Dan's story is a reminder that community isn't something you stumble into, it's something you can design. Whether he's building a visual identity for an artist or creating space for runners, the work is remarkably similar: make people feel like they belong. In this conversation, we explore the surprising parallels between art, music, and endurance. How creativity flourishes through consistency. Why the best communities are built intentionally and authentically. And how showing up, little by little, can quietly transform both your work and your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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