Unpack your bags | Roy Tarbet | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Facing yourself, an example of restoration and the path to healing. six.word.bio: Why doesn’t anyone else smell that?
Why Philosophy? | Adam Wetterhan | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Connecting philosophy, reform, restoration and social justice. six.word.bio: Finding sunrise reflected in your eyes.
Harry Haller’s Wolf | Clifford Dale Rose Jr. | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Intriguing poet and story teller. six.word.bio: Wanted mohawk, got a bald spot.
Avoiding the vox, banning the box, reframing the box | Stephen JohnsonGrove | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
CAE'S and CQE's-options for those touched by the justice system and how we bring about social and restorative justice. six.word.bio: Creative, zealous advocate for legalizing redemption.
P.E.A.C.E. | Demale Rogers-Bey | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
See this poetical expression of a different take on P.E.A.C.E and how it permeates in the world. six.word.bio: Proper education always corrects errors emphatically.
Mentor madness; loss, gain, and other irritating realities | Tim Smith | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Chaplain Tim Sith provides a meaningful perspective and philosophy on relationships and mentoring. six.word.bio: Spiritual leader who likes Grumpy Cat.
Why Teach Technology in Prison? | Iggy | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
See how The Institute for Responsible and Restorative Environments using animation for social justice and learning opportunities. six.word.bio: Freer, fairer and less corrupt, please.
Refolding the box? | Dan Royston | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2014
Rethinking how to think outside of the box! six.word.bio: Bold Introvert Who Hides On Stage.
Growing in adversity with song | Derek Mortland | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2013
Derek Mortland has had a devilish interest in motorsports from an early age. At 20, he enrolled in the California Superbike School to learn to race motorcycles. After receiving his race license he went on to achieve numerous successes, including multiple top 10 finishes at WERA Grand National Final Events and numerous National Endurance Series Events with multiple teams, including 24 Hours of Nelson Ledges. Derek's career on motorcycles tragically ended in1997 when he suffered paralyzing injuries during a WERA National Endurance Race. Since that time, he has gone on to achieve success regardless of his disability by competing in wheelchair basketball, becoming a certified FAST Defense Combatives Instructor, and organizing disability conferences. He is currently assisting inmates through Win-Win Inc. and as a volunteer with the Horizon program. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he will work on his life goal of training his cats to perform on David Letterman's "Stupid Pet Tricks."
Not said, goodbye | Joshua Massey | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2013
Josh Massey and his son call Akron home. He studied at Cleveland Dancing Wheels and as a BFA Candidate at U. of Akron. He interned at the Ohio Ballet and Directed the First Authority Dance Ensemble. After waking up in the morning feeling like P. Diddy, Josh spends the rest of the day harnessing his telekinesis abilities. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he will continue to show that there are amazing artists in prison.
Observe | Joseph Young | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2013
Mighty Joe Young comes to Marion by way of Chicago, Illinois. The biggest lesson he learned from his loving and supportive family is to always lend a helping hand. Joe can boast that his worst addiction is to sunflower seeds. He is taking the stage to show off his talent, and to show that his constant singing and rhyming is not because he is just some crazy dude. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he will get back to work, serving others while continuing to hone his word craft.
Your time in Iraq makes you a threat to society | Andrew Chambers | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2013
Speaking from prison, Iraqi war veteran Andrew "Sarge" Chambers tells the story of how he got there. As the judge told him when he sentenced Chambers to 10 years at Marion Correctional: "Your time in Iraq makes you a threat to society." Chambers reminds us of the sacrifices that linger with soldiers -- and simply asks us to listen. Andrew "Sarge" Chambers proudly hails from Pickerington, Ohio. He served in the U.S. Army and has maintained the habit he acquired there of cursing just a bit too much. Throughout his service, Sarge was also able to maintain and hone his sense of honor and kindness, but the experience did slightly alter his sense of humor. While categorically not a morning person, when he is able to finally pry his eyes open, he always thinks to himself that he would rather be fishing. Most of his days are filled with coaching softball, Garth Brooks songs and thoughts of the family he hopes to be able to start soon. He is taking the stage to tell his story, parts of which can be seen in the documentary Operation Resurrection: The Warrior Returns. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he will work on his next unique thing.
We gotta get outta this place | Piper Kerman | TEDxMarionCorrectionalSalon 2013
Piper Kerman is the author of the bestselling memoir Orange Is the New Black: My Year in a Women's Prison, an account of her thirteen-month incarceration for a decade-old drug offense. Kerman's story offers a rare look into the lives of women in prison—why it is we lock so many people away and what happens to them when they're there. Orange Is the New Black was recently adapted into an acclaimed Netflix Original Series of the same name. Piper works as a communications consultant for nonprofits and philanthropies, and serves on the board of the Women's Prison Association. She has appeared on NPR's Talk of the Nation, Fresh Air, Good Morning America, MSNBC, The Moth Radio Hour, and has written about prison issues for The New York Times and other publications. After TEDxMarionCorrectional she will continue her important work.
Domino deeds | Jim Fussell | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2013
Jim Fussell was raised by remarkable parents in Lewisville, Ohio and has two siblings. He is a former pipeline construction welder apprentice. He enjoys the serenity of living in a quiet environment, and paints landscapes every day. Even though Jim admits that he dwells on things that he knows he cannot change, he tries to live by the motto: Our environment is what we make it. Jim firmly believes that if you think positive then positive will happen. He loves to stand up to be a voice for those that can't by supporting various charities. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he hopes that he will have made a difference and be thinking of all the Amy's in the world. And hopes you will be too.
Life after this | Frank Herrington & Co. | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2013
The comedy styling of Frank Herrington & Company include Frank, Burk Jordan, Donald Brown II, James Bonds and Jesse Bailey. Frank is a military brat who traveled the world. A grandfather, he values education and makes room for music in his life every day. Frank can't wait to do the little things again, like take out the trash and do yard work. Burk, also a grandfather, strives to be a self-reliant individual who gives to others. He caught the TED bug and plans on being involved in many more. Donald is a father of one who calls his daughter every day and spends his energy towards making sure young people don't follow the path that leads to prison. James is a father who tries to learn something new every day so that he can pass that on to his son. He knows the things that he has endured, good and bad have made him who he is today. Jesse, also a father, keeps busy with staying healthy so that he will be able to spend as much time with friends and family as he can. After TEDxMarionCorrectional, the group will continue to spread the word that life is hard enough, so laugh a little!
The truth about inner demons | Emily Eldredge | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2013
Emily Eldredge is the Creator of the Drawing Out Process®. After years of struggling with depression, anxiety, shame, anger, and self-loathing, Emily finally discovered the healing power of putting crayons to paper. The result is an emotional healing technique that has been dubbed "one of the best emotional healing processes I've ever encountered" and "a true gift for your soul and should not be missed." Emily now guides others through the DrOP so that they, too, may heal their "inner demons" and enjoy greater freedom, joy, and peace. A graduate of the Hockaday School in Dallas, TX and Williams College in Williamstown, MA, Emily currently lives in Tucson, AZ with her sweetie and plays "weekend mom" to his two little girls. After TEDxMarionCorrectional, she is thrilled to be taking inmates in the Marion, London, and Chillicothe Horizon Prison Ministry programs through the Drawing Out Process!
4 degrees of reconnection | Diego Rivera | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2013
Diego Baraza Rivera is an absentee father who has been recently reconnected with his son. He is a Muslim by personal choice who rises to meet each day by supplicating for his children. Diego is a musician, poet and philosopher who occasionally draws inspiration from his favorite band, Bad Brains, or from his favorite place, the ocean. He believes that when you are in one of those situations that you just aren't sure what to say, it is a good idea to be quiet and listen. His personal motto of "I think therefore I act" motivates him to turn negativity in his environment into a positive. He is taking the stage to shed light on the motives of absentee fathers, well, his motive anyway. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he will continue to live his life as an open book, inviting everyone to see him at peace, challenging others to do the same.In the spirit of ideas worth spreading,
Mastering your why | Bob Myers | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2013
Bob Myers is all about vision. Big vision. As the CEO of Pillar, he's harnessing over 20 years in the IT industry to create the next evolution in business solutions. Bob's primary skills are in the area of Business Process Re-engineering, IT engineering and Object Oriented Framework Development. Pillar is where his energy and experience are dedicated to optimizing results, as well as, satisfaction for all involved. You could say he's a connoisseur of the win-win situation. Prior to joining Pillar, Bob served as a CIO, CTO, and IT Director. He was a consultant, founding partner in two Internet related start-up companies and was a Director/Partner in one of the world's largest Internet growth companies. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he'll continue to show that he's got a huge heart for everything he does. You'll know it as soon as you meet him.
Do you have any change? | Sam Grisham | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2013
Sam Grisham is a husband, father and grandfather of two. After serving in the U.S. Army he settled in Ohio, but still has strong ties to his hometown of Monticello, Arkansas where his mother still resides. Spending so much time on the softball diamond paid dividends when the team he was on won a 2012 national championship. Even though he has a career, spends time on the diamond and is a hunter, he still finds it hard to keep up with his wonderful wife Kelli. That is why he enjoys the little moments like making coffee for her every morning. Sam is confident in the person he is, which is why he will be painfully honest with you. His mind is constantly moving. He is taking the stage to tell his story of change. After TEDxMarionCorrectional he will continue his work at Marion Correctional Institution helping others.
Intelligence is the new swagger | Rickey Harris | TEDxMarionCorrectional 2013
Rickey "Self" Harris is from the Infinite Universal Mind of the ALL. He currently facilitates Leadership Dynamics and serves as a youth mentor. His passion is compassion. He is taking the stage to represent his Love for the People. His reasoning being: "I can't leave the people alone, the people need me. The despair in their eyes is what seems to lead me." As for himself, he wished he knew a long time ago that he is worth a lot more than he thought he was. Now, he just wanna "Be"— limitless! After TEDxMarionCorrectional his will is to be at home within the next four months, still representing the people to the extent of his Conscious Awareness and through Mental Alchemy while working to establish a non-profit organization called V.I.S.I.O.N.S., an organization that promotes successful images and facilitate networking opportunities.