Six words are the way in | Larry Smith | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2015
Hear of the origins of the 6 word memoir and the boardwalk talks with Smitty "the mayor of his section" and how a simple request lead to a movement of capturing people's stories in just 6 words. Larry delivers and encourages the use of 6 words to heal, build community, collaborate and connect. Example of 6....Small idea with big lasting effect! Connecting people through 6 words? Unbelievable the power of this idea. LARRY SMITH is the founder and editor of SMITH Magazine, and its younger cousin, SMITH Teens. SMITH Magazine is best known for launching the Six-Word Memoir® project, which is a bestselling books series and a global phenomenon. Anticipating the microblogging explosion, SMITH originally launched the Six-Word Memoir project in November 2006 in partnership with Twitter with a simple online challenge asking: “Can you tell your life story in six words?” Now more then 1 million Six-Word Memoirs have been shared across SMITH Mag sites.
Who says the past must define us? | Deborah Jiang-Stein | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2015
An open talk about being born in the most unlikely place. Overcoming your own demons and the perceptions of others. Deborah shows how the beginning doesn't have to be what defines you and that the road to a healthy life is a journey. From prison baby to national advocate and inspiration. Check it out!! If you've been more than what you were expected to be then get familiar with this woman. Deborah Jiang-Stein is a national speaker and founder of The unPrison Project a 501(c)3 nonprofit working to empower incarcerated women and girls with life skills and mentoring to prepare for a successful life after prison. Born heroin-addicted to an incarcerated mother, Deborah is the author of the memoir, Prison Baby, published by Beacon Press, described as “One woman’s struggles—beginning with her birth in prison—to find self-acceptance, proving that redemption and healing are possible, even from the darkest corners. “
I'm confused | Justin M | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2014
Justin M. expresses his confusion over when to be a man when he was labeled a boy and how he grew to be authentic and make better decisions for himself and with his mom. Justin grew up bouncing between Alabama and Georgia with a loving mother and sisters to be a protective brother to. He stays busy with artistic pursuits, mostly with music and drawing.You’ll know he considers you a friend if he tells you the story about the time he punched himself, in his own eye! Justin travels the path of a righteous man and is passionate about helping others as best he can. Since he is young and strong, he believes he can save the world two people at a time, not just working to help one person like most do. He is taking the stage to bring awareness to the confusing messages our society sends to our young men about when they get to move away from that word ‘young’. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he will continue to strive to make good choices and continue to be a father to his son.
Tapestries | Clifford R | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2014
Poetic view of a soldier's war experience and returning after war. The difference lies in supporting a soldier from afar and when they return. Clifford R. hails from nowhere and everywhere. He is a welder, poet and artist, and considers those three things to be different sides of the same coin. You can find him in a book early in the morning since he is usually VERY awake at that time. Later in the day you’ll find him away from the noise, taking a good nap. This is he path he found to happiness, and is ok with you borrowing it. If you get a chance, ask him about the time a friend broke his big toe with a safety cone. Seriously, ask him. Cliff is taking the stage just to share. He hopes his poetry can improve someone’s day and maybe provoke some good thoughts. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he will continue to put pen to notebook page.
Bad math | Clifford R | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2014
Hear the metaphorical and mathematical journey of a man's life through poetry. Clifford R. hails from nowhere and everywhere. He is a welder, poet and artist, and considers those three things to be different sides of the same coin. You can find him in a book early in the morning since he is usually VERY awake at that time. Later in the day you’ll find him away from the noise, taking a good nap. This is he path he found to happiness, and is ok with you borrowing it. If you get a chance, ask him about the time a friend broke his big toe with a safety cone. Seriously, ask him. Cliff is taking the stage just to share. He hopes his poetry can improve someone’s day and maybe provoke some good thoughts. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he will continue to put pen to notebook page.
Al's rig | The New Blacktop Ramblers | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2014
Newgrass music originals from TEDxMarionCorrectional.The New Blacktop Ramblers started when they were asked if they would like to play some Newgrass music. Two weeks later with some positive feedback from passersby, the boys found that they had made something new and old at the same time. The guy on the mandolin was exposed to Newgrass growing up and his musical interests have stayed there. He is proud to hear that the new Bluegrass music is still in keeping with the old traditions. The guy on the guitar has been playing different genres of music for as long as he can remember. In this band everything ‘clicks’, which makes all that practice worth it. The guy on the bass says Newgrass music is a new endeavor for him, different from his usual HEAVY metal. This type of music is challenging and pure fun to play. What’s not to love?!?! After TEDxMarionCorrectional the band will continue ramblin’ on down that road.
Olentangy | The New Blacktop Ramblers | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2014
Newgrass originals from TEDxMarionCorrectional. The New Blacktop Ramblers started when they were asked if they would like to play some Newgrass music.Two weeks later with some positive feedback from passersby, the boys found that they had made something new and old at the same time.The guy on the mandolin was exposed to Newgrass growing up and his musical interests have stayed there. He is proud to hear that the new Bluegrass music is still in keeping with the old traditions.The guy on the guitar has been playing different genres of music for as long as he can remember. In this band everything ‘clicks’, which makes all that practice worth it. The guy on the bass says Newgrass music is a new endeavor for him, different from his usual heavy metal. This type of music is challenging and pure fun to play. What’s not to love?!?! After TEDxMarionCorrectional the band will continue ramblin’ on down that road.
Through the eyes of a child | Gina Derry | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2014
Expressing the pain and changes that a young child faces growing up in prison visiting rooms and the later recovery journey from drugs and alcohol to healing and yoga. Gina Derry is a survivor of an abusive, psychopathic father and an alcoholic mother. Her father went to prison when she was 6 years old. She has carried a lifetime of trauma from a neglectful, fatherless childhood. A vast majority of her trauma comes from visiting her father in prison and yearning for a relationship with him. Gina is a certified yoga teacher and has practiced for over a decade. This is where she found her path to healing. Along with the Yoga on High Foundation, Gina is a co-developer of the “Power of Transformation" Yoga program designed solely for the inmates of Marion Correction Institution. Her work at Marion has already brought her a lifetime’s lesson of gratitude and forgiveness. After TEDxMarionCorrectional she will continue her Dharma, speaking up for the children in prison visiting rooms. Hari Om!
Why we do what we do! | Michael Daniels | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2014
Open and honest talk about discrimination based on sexual orientation, criminal backgrounds, having white privilege, and how dignity and integrity foster resilience. Michael Daniels has been the Policy Director for Franklin County Commissioner Marilyn Brown since March of 2012. He works at his current career because he believes that economic development, good jobs, and workforce readiness, coupled with a strong safety net, a commitment to diversity and inclusion, and a high quality of life for all residents are the cornerstones of a civilized society. He is a vocal advocate for social justice, and a voice in the movements for GLBT and marriage equality, for women's reproductive and educational freedoms, for the reintegration into society's fabric for ex-offenders, and for the protection of workers’ safety and right to organize. He has served on several non-profit boards and has been named a Franklin County Children Services Foster Parent of the Year. Michael and his husband, Robbie, live in Weinland Park with their four-legged children, Meena and Tilda. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he will continue to encourage and incentivize economic development for Franklin County residents.
It’s your turn to listen? | Deonta Bell | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Raising yourself and your siblings in urban environments and the possible impact of educators and adults. six.word.bio: Progressive; I’ve come a long way.
Igniting a self-care revolution | Lori Moffett | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
See over 300 people get grounded as peace permeates the room while Lori Guth Moffett educates and instructs on......six.word.bio: Self care warrior for healthy living.
Don’t follow me | 5 Man Mega-Band | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Watch The Mega-Band; Kurtis Dewitt, Steve Hickman, Ben Hudach, Kyle Kelly and Christopher Williams as they use music to express change, growth and the pitfalls of human frailty. six.word.bio: 5 man mega-band doing acoustical jam.
The “i” In victim? | Rapheal Mitchell | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
A courageous display of healing and being resilient after childhood trauma. six.word.bio: Broken, but somehow put back together.
The greatest TEDx performance that never was? | Jason Frymier | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Jason Frymier is a lifelong BMX bike rider who has won numerous racing championships. He has been unable to ride for the past sixteen years because of his incarceration, and cannot wait for the day when he can once again go for a ride. He often finds himself agreeing to do things that he will later regret… like giving a TEDx Talk. Most days Jason can be found training for what he believes to be an unavoidable fight with the cookie monster. When not training, he can be found con¬templating the fantastic lives of Sock Monkeys. He can also be found listening to the greatest band in the world – Rush, while building models of classic movie monsters. He is learn¬ing management techniques by watching Gordon Ramsey shows. After TEDxMarionCorrectional, he will be available to take pictures and sign autographs for his many fans.
Dreams | Carlo Owens & Andrew Beckman | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Dreams come to life through poetry. Follow the journey. six.word.bio: Soul is music loving life uncompromisingly & one great sin, bad chocolate cake.
The impact of TEDx events in prison | Pete Maxson, Sylvia Abril, Janet Kelley | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Pete Maxson-TEDxMonroeCorrectionalComplex, Sylvia Abril-TEDxIronwoodStatePrison, TEDxGraterfordStatePrison-Janet Kelley. Describing TEDx in correctional environments. TEDxMarionCorrectional had 3 TEDx organizers share their experience hosting TEDx events and the outcomes of TEDx events in prisons.
Remembrance of things present | Peter Maeck | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
“Remembrance of Things Present” is not incarceration in a literal, physical correctional institution. The imprisonment described is that of a father sentenced to spend his last fifteen years afflicted by Alzheimer’s Disease, and of the son feeling trapped and helpless in the face of his father's condition. six.word.bio: Writing in pictures, painting in words.
Insane | William “Chill” Morgan | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Poetic metaphors describing life's complex journey and components. six.word.bio: Love, hustle, struggle, humble, outspoken, focused.
A mother’s story? | Lee Seibenick-Schwartz | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Is your love for your child unconditional and stronger than you imagined? six.word.bio: I’m knee deep in the hoopla.
It ain’t easy being kwesi? | Kevin Fisher | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Insightful narration of living as who you are, no matter where you are. six.word.bio: With freedom I could live forever.