The Schick Show

Jennifer Gallatin is a self proclaimed Swiss Army Knife sort of educator. She has taught music, PE, computer technology, and coached multiple sports.

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I recently traveled to Anderson Indiana to visit with Marquiese McClendon. Marquiese is a rapper from East Central Indiana who has been writing, producing and performing his music for 2 decades. He has partnered with many of the industries top performers and producers as he has honed his craft.

Currently, he is collaborating with the country artist Hosier to develop Project Paradise. This non-profit organization is directed toward mentoring youth, and providing opportunity for those who have a passion for music. Their team of professionals are dedicated to providing career focused, post secondary hands-on educational programs. This program is designed to help the youth reach their fullest potential. They have been speaking with schools and getting kids signed up in multiple cities.

Project Paradise specializes in trauma awareness and recovery through music focused internships structured to provide hands on experience.

With over 150 songs in his catalogue, Marquiese is poised to hit the road in support of his latest album to be released this year.

Please check him out @ Marquiese McClendon on all social media platforms and streaming services.

Lori Hoback is not afraid! Maybe a bit of nerves here and there, but the worst you will get is a good job from her. After nearly 29 years as a leader in a manufacturing facility, se has seen most if not all stereotypes come her way, but she has never backed down, and never will.

His passion for art was found at a young age, and he continues to be inspired by the people and the world around him. Phagan is a graduate of the Herron School of Art and Design, and has been featured in multiple art galleries and magazines. His most recent show, "The Gospel" brought delight to thousands of art lovers as they viewed his pieces based on the life of Jesus Christ. Please be sure to listen in, and check him out on Facebook: Eric Phagan Art

Ashlee Beeman is the owner of Veridian Salon in Hartford City. Her path to small business owner is a success story that you must listen to in her words, in order to believe. Homeless, and living in her car after graduating high school, Ashlee finally found safety and security in a low income apartment.

Her story is full of twists and turns, that have impacted her life and given her the confidence to achieve financial independence as a small business owner. In her own words, "Don't let the tattoos and pink hair fool you. I am a strong educated woman who is not afraid to speak her mind!"

Enjoy this conversation about overcoming adversity and finding the freedom of self reliance!

Patrick McDirmit grew up in Montpelier Indiana. He is a Blackford High School grad who went on to IU where he earned his BS in management. Through a chance meeting at a wedding back home, he met the IU cheer coach (Julie Horine) who invited him to come to camp...THE NEXT DAY! That chance opportunity led to a management position with UCA Cheer, to a leadership role Disney Orlando, and on to a Vice President role with Trilogy Spa in Las Vegas. Listen in to learn more about him, and hear his story of comeuppance.

https://trilogyspaholdings.com/about/team/patrick-mcdirmit/

Mike Wine has struggled with addiction throughout his life. He has faced adversity time and time again. The sudden death of the love of his life, his oldest son also died in a tragic accident at 15, he also claims to have attended more friends funerals than friends weddings, and his own battles with addiction nearly took his life as well. When asked who Mike Wine would be without addiction, he states, "someone who would have achieved most or all of his dreams." His hope is that his story can save at least one person from going down a similar path. Through all of the struggle, his music has never stopped.

We did not get to finish our conversation, so keep an eye out for Part 2 coming soon!

Musician Jerry Barker was inspired by Johnny Cash at the age of 12 to sing and play guitar. He never looked back. He studied history and English while at Ball State, but his passion for the guitar had a grip on him that would not let go. He pracitced and played for years behind the scences, but once he broke free during a gathering of "pickers" at a nursing home one evening, he knew what he had to do.

After graduating from Ball State in 2019, Jerry recorded an album called "Dog Eat Dog World" and is preparing to record his next record. He can be found all around the Muncie Indiana area playing as a headliner, or as part of an open mic night. He opened for Don McLean at Ball State's Brown Family Ampitheatre in 2023 and continues to draw crowds everywhaere he plays.

We talk about his inspiration, his favorite parts of being a musician, his goals, and what is coming next for he and his band.

Country Music star Derek Jones stopped by for a long chat about his journey to becoming a successful touring and recording artist. We discuss how "family first" drives us to be the best versions of ourselves, the power of having a great wife in our lives, and our love of being a dad.

Derek has found success on his terms, and is getting better everyday! Listen in to learn more about how he went from homeless, to family man all while chasing his dreams!

Check Out Derek Jones here:

https://www.derekjoneslive.com/#home-section

Marijuana has been legalized in 36 states plus Guam and Washington DC. 24 of these states are medical and recreational use states, while the remainder are for medical puposes only. My guest has worked for the past deacde to make strides to legalize marijuana in the state of Indiana. He has traveled with legislators here in the states to Colorado and other locations to help educate these decision makers. His work with families who were/are in need of medical relief has given him a view of the situation few of us are aware of. Listen in and respond to the show with your thoughts on this issue!