The Watchmen Podcast SC

What does it take to turn a passion for music into a mission to change lives? Join Wes Slusher on The Watchmen Podcast SC as he sits down with Jason Walsh, Director of Fine and Performing Arts for Dorchester School District Two. From performing on national stages to creating opportunities for thousands of students, Jason shares his journey, the power of mentorship, and why his philosophy, “All Mea...

Winning is great, but what if the greatest victory has nothing to do with the scoreboard? On this episode of The Watchmen Podcast SC , I sit down with Dr. Angela Cantrell , Athletic Director, educator, and volleyball coach at Rollings Middle School of the Arts. With 25 years in education and a journey that includes military service in the Air National Guard, teaching, administration, athletics, an...

What does it take to see something before everyone else can see it? On this episode of The Watchmen Podcast SC , Deputy Slusher sits down with Mr. Larry Barnfield for a powerful conversation about vision, leadership, friendship, the arts, and a legacy that continues to impact generations of students. Mr. Barnfield takes us back to the early days of arts education in Dorchester School District Two...

What does it take to lead one of the largest elementary schools in South Carolina while building a culture where students, teachers, and families thrive? In Episode 11 I sit down with Vincent Joy, Principle of Sand Hill Elementary School, for a powerful conversation about leadership, engagement, school culture, and community partnerships. Whether you're an educator, parent, law enforcement pro...

Episode 10 of The Watchmen Podcast we sit down with Adam Weick and take you inside the powerful impact of theatre education at Rollings Middle School of the Arts. In this episode, we explore how creativity, mentorship, and teamwork come together to shape students both on and off the stage. From Greek theatre history to modern student productions, this conversation highlights how the arts build con...

What does it take to build a program where excellence isn’t the goal… it’s the standard? In this powerful episode of The Watchmen Podcast , we take you inside Rollings Middle School of the Arts and explore a culture where discipline, preparation, and belief in our youth are producing extraordinary results. From earning Superior with Distinction at Choral Performance Assessment—where students are c...

In this impactful episode of The Watchmen Podcast, Deputy Wes Slusher sits down with Kimberly Bender, an educator at Rise Academy Alternative School in Dorchester District Two, to discuss the powerful connection between literacy and life outcomes. With research showing that a majority of individuals in the justice system struggle with reading, this conversation highlights why literacy is more than...

Leadership doesn’t always stand in the spotlight. In this episode, Deputy Slusher sits down with a Rollings alum whose journey spans theater, film, mission work, and mentorship. From backstage beginnings to working on major productions — and pivoting during the 2020 shutdown — this is a story of purpose, resilience, and serving behind the scenes. Music by Elysium audio labs Track "Play Hard&q...

In this episode, I sit down with Frankie Staropoli, the founder of the Beacons Mentoring Group, for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about investing in our youth and the life changing impact of mentorship. Frankie shares the story behind Beacons, the mission that drives the program, and why showing up consistently for our young people can change the trajectory of their lives. From building co...

In this episode Mr. Joe Pye sat down with me on the podcast for a powerful conversation reflecting on 52 years of dedicated public service to Dorchester District Two. His story is one of unwavering commitment, quiet leadership, and lifelong devotion to students, families, and the community he served. It was an honor to hear firsthand how his legacy helped shape generations and continues to inspire...

In this episode Sheriff Sam Richardson from Dorchester County Sheriffs office joins us. Sheriff Richardson joined The Watchmen at Summers Corner Performing arts center with a live audience. A special Thank you to Mike Greer from the Summers Corner Performing Arts Center for his input and technical help Music by Elysium Audio Labs Track "Play Hard" www.elysiumaudiolabs.com Lic:http://bit.ly/3pzpn5l...

In this episode we kick start Red Ribbon Week with Rolllings Middle School of Arts Counselor Amanda Neikirk. Amanda Taught Dance at Rollings Middle School of Arts and also helped build The South Carolinas Governor's School dance outreach program. She also danced professionally and mentored many students who are now pursuing their own dance careers. Amanda was also the founder of the Gladiators...

In this episode we shine a spotlight on an extraordinary young lady, Mary-Kate. Mary-Kate continues to excel academically, boasting the highest averages in Language arts and Math. Her achievements also include being the runner-up in the prestigious "Shake and Shine" soft skills competition which earned her a spot at the national competition in Atlanta. Beyond academics, Mary-Kate has a passion for...

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