The Juice by The Odon Journal

Grant Swartzentruber interviews Nathanial Rainey about his journey from local youth to director of the Powerhouse, a community center serving Daviess County. They discuss faith, family, youth outreach, and the spiritual and practical challenges of mentoring at-risk kids. The episode highlights the Powerhouse’s mission, recent county support for building renovations, and how consistent presence, en...

Grant Swartzentruber talks with local historian Vince Sellers about John Dillinger’s rumored visits to Daviess County, including hideouts at High Rock, family ties, and eyewitness stories. The episode also explores local history, Irish and Amish community life, museum work, and reflections on the county’s future. Welcome to The Juice by The Odon Journal! This is a weekly podcast bringing you local...

A short interview with Lencho (Florencio) Becerra about his life from Mexico to Indiana: his work at Perdue, starting the first authentic taquería in the area, building a store and laundry to help farmworkers, earning U.S. citizenship, and the community relationships that supported him. He shares family stories, his faith, and views on immigration and public service. Welcome to The Juice by The Od...

Host Grant Swartzentruber talks with Daniel Cullen about his journey from touring magician and nonprofit organizer to restaurant owner and now executive director of the Daviess County Chamber of Commerce. They discuss Cullen’s early years, his work with The Maze in signing up bone marrow donors, running Ace’s restaurant, and his goals to modernize the chamber, attract young professionals, and prom...

Mayor Joe Yochum of Vincennes joins Grant Swartzentruber to discuss the local impact of Senate Enrolled Act 1 and proposed income tax changes, explaining how those shifts could force cuts to city services, raise utility and trash rates, and strain municipal budgets. The episode also covers Yochum's run for State Senate, the need for bipartisan collaboration, EMS and housing solutions, local contro...

On this episode of The Juice by The Odon Journal, co-host Grant Swartzentruber sits down with Dave Crooks for a wide-ranging, hometown conversation. They cover local and state politics, including the SD39 caucus and candidate Joe Yochum as well as races for Secretary of State and congressional seats, and Democratic contenders like Mary Allen and Tiffany Arthur. Along the way they debate hot topics...

Grant Swartzentruber takes you through the 2026 GOP State Convention in Fort Wayne, interviewing delegates, candidates and attendees about intra-party divisions, the hotly contested Secretary of State race, and the future direction of the Republican Party in Indiana. From personal stories and local campaigns to debates over party unity and policy priorities, this episode captures the energy, confl...

Host Grant Swartzentruber sits down with attorney and Indiana political voice Josh Claybourn to discuss law practice, landmark court fights over tariffs, and the shifting tides of the Republican Party. They cover separation of powers, Lincoln's legacy, the upcoming state GOP convention and Secretary of State race, Indiana landmarks like New Harmony, and cultural touch points from free trade to the...

On this episode of The Juice, 14-year-old intern Esme Ruth Swartzentruber talks about her hybrid schooling, part-day public high school and online classical studies, her homeschooling background, and favorite subjects like physics, biology, and Latin. Esme also shares her passion for choir and show choir, soccer, and the books that shaped her (including Chesterton and C.S. Lewis), and offers simpl...

On this episode of The Juice by The Odon Journal, host Grant Swartzentruber interviews Knox County Clerk and GOP chair David Shelton about his campaign for Indiana Secretary of State. They discuss election security, convention rules and delegate strategy, controversies surrounding the incumbent, clerk training and recount procedures, and the state of Republican politics in Indiana. Welcome to The...

On this episode of The Juice, Grant Swartzentruber sits down with Eric Bassler to discuss the end of his legislative career, the controversy around Senate Bill 1 and its effects on property taxes, recent primary battles and redistricting, and township consolidation. Bassler also offers personal reflections on retirement plans, family milestones, travel, and practical advice for parenting teens in...

Rowdy Abbott, a lifelong Washington resident and township trustee candidate, joins The Juice to discuss his background, the role of township trustees, and why transparency matters in local government. They dig into the recent data center controversy, public records and community response, the proposed residential rental ordinance, and broader concerns about local decision-making and civic discours...

Grant Swartzentruber talks with Tracy TC Cook about his new role leading donor relationships, the importance of applying a biblical worldview across culture, politics, and community life, and maintaining local involvement with Powerhouse projects. They also dig into the hot local issue of proposed data centers — weighing economic development, infrastructure, energy needs, location concerns, and lo...

Grant Swartzentruber interviews Mike DeCoursey about his long-running student polling, local election trends, and how Gen Z approaches politics in a deeply conservative part of Daviess County. They discuss low turnout, the nationalization of local races, student attitudes on the economy and college debt, and what those classroom votes might mean for upcoming elections. Welcome to The Juice by The...

Host Grant Swartzentruber sits down with Phil Cornelius, a longtime Daviess County resident and former highway superintendent running for County Council. Phil discusses his 32-year career, major infrastructure projects, and his data-driven approach to transportation and fiscal decisions. The episode also explores local debates such as the Mid-States Corridor, balancing community needs with budgets...

In this episode of The Juice by The Odon Journal, Grant Swartzentruber interviews lifelong Daviess County resident Kip Kelley as he discusses his background running the Washington City Parks Department, his run for County Council District 3, and his community-focused priorities. Kip shares stories about preserving local landmarks like the lighthouse peninsula, managing budgets under changing prope...

Grant Swartzentruber interviews National Championship winning Coach Dusty May, an Eastern Greene High School graduate, about his coaching journey, influences, and the life lessons he teaches through basketball. The episode explores team chemistry, coaching philosophy, family and community roots, and how disciplined teaching turned a group of players into a championship-winning team. Welcome to The...

On this episode of The Juice by the Odon Journal, Grant Swartzentruber interviews Jacob Stephens, vice chair of the local Republican Party and candidate for Daviess County Council District 3. Jacob shares his roots in Daviess County, coaching and sports memories, family and faith, and his reasons for returning home. The conversation covers his work in the automotive supply chain, goals for local e...

Host Grant Swartzentruber sits down with Tiffanie Arthur, a North Daviess native, county Democratic chair, small-business owner and candidate for State Representative in District 63. They discuss her background, motivations for running, and her work serving the local community. The conversation covers key local issues: school choice and vouchers, parental control of devices and social media, the r...

In this episode of The Juice by The Odon Journal, host Grant Swartzentruber interviews Dubois County Clerk Amy Kippenbrock about her background, why she’s running for State Representative in District 63, and how faith, family, and local connections shape her approach to public service. Amy discusses campaign basics like door-to-door outreach, educational choice, community engagement, and the impor...

Indiana Governor Mike Braun joins The Juice to trace his journey from small-town Jasper and early entrepreneurship to the U.S. Senate and the governor's office, sharing stories about building businesses, family life, and the role of faith in public service. He discusses fiscal priorities like SB1 and government reorganization, offers practical advice on risk, work ethic, and lifelong learning, and...

From Grassroots to Statehouse, Grant Swarztentruber interviews Kristi Risk about her run for State Senate, her work in the lieutenant governor’s office, and her grassroots story from fighting eminent domain to running small businesses. They discuss faith-driven leadership, parental control and social media, constituent services, economic development (including nuclear at Crane), small-business der...

On this episode of The Juice, Grant Swartzentruber talks with Tanner Bouchie about his deep Daviess County roots and his campaign for Indiana State Senate District 39. They discuss how faith guides his approach to politics and his priorities: affordable, reliable energy, support for volunteer emergency services, and stronger local decision-making. The conversation covers hot-button topics includin...

Grant Swartzentruber sits down with Jeff Ellington, a former county councilman, state representative, firefighter, and Senate candidate for District 39. Ellington discusses his background, local priorities like protecting Crane Naval Base and completing I-69, efforts to improve infrastructure funding, school choice, parental control over technology, and the importance of family and community-led v...

US Rep. Mark Messmer discusses how he initially got involved with Daviess County leaders and constituents. He also covers faith, culture, and politics - and current events like immigration and trade. Welcome to The Juice by The Odon Journal! This is a weekly podcast bringing you local news, community conversations, and the people shaping life in and around Daviess County, Indiana. Be sure to like,...