Hey, Campers! How’s everyone holding up out there in the Clapocalypse? This lovely day (14) at Camp One Clap shall be graced by the positive energies of Lander Valley High School alum and current Casper College Forensics team member, Josie House. Josie is here to chat about college level forensics and more!
Hi there, Campers! Josie House has joined the Clapocalypse crew!
In the latest episode of Camp One Clap, we welcome Josie, a Lander Valley High School alum and current Casper College Talking T-bird. Josie takes us on a journey from her early days in high school Dpeech and Debate to the more structured and high-stakes environment of college-level competition.
Josie’s love for Speech and Debate is palpable as she recounts her favorite scary campfire stories and shares her unique survival strategy: hiding and surviving in the mountains despite a lack of any discernible combat skills. This episode not only highlights her passion for the activity but also sheds light on the transition from high school to college forensics, a journey that isn’t for the faint-hearted.
Transitioning from high school to college forensics presents numerous challenges. Josie shares her experiences and the lessons she learned along the way. From working closely with coaches to maintaining confidence despite setbacks, Josie’s story highlights the contrast in professionalism and structure at the collegiate level. The excitement of traveling to different campuses and forming bonds with like-minded peers is juxtaposed with the ever-present risk of burnout. Josie paints a vivid picture of what it takes to sustain enthusiasm and excellence in such a demanding field.
Josie’s journey in speech and debate is not just about competition; it's also about personal growth and future aspirations. As she looks ahead to a possible future in occupational therapy, Josie reflects on how Speech and Debate has equipped her with invaluable skills and a supportive community that will last a lifetime. The value of participating in Speech and Debate, even amidst the common fear of public speaking, is immense. Josie emphasizes how overcoming this fear can boost confidence, enhance classroom performance, and improve the ability to stand up for oneself in various situations.
Thank you so much to Josie for joining us at Camp One Clap and sharing her stories and voice! I'm excited to have her back on the pod in the future!
Josie House Camp Bio:
Josie House is a Speech and Debate fiend and a real life Elle Woods. She graduated from Lander Valley High School, and is currently taking on the college circuit as a Casper College Talking T-Bird. Having tried just about every event Josie has settled into platform and debate with an interp thrown in the mix for balance. She is so excited to join the One Clap roster as a Camp Counselor! Tune into camp and learn more about where Speech and Debate can take you in the future!
In addition to the podcast content for Camp One Clap, One Clap Speech & Debate is also launching social media challenges to engage the community. These challenges are designed to help participants connect, learn, and grow within the speech and debate community... plus, they are fun! Tag the podcast's social media accounts or use the hashtag #CampOneClap24 to claim some spooky Clapocalypse stickers and other swag.
I'll be posting my completed Social Media Challenge posts on the One Clap Speech and Debate accounts too!
If you’d like to join the discussion here at One Clap Speech and Debate, shoot me an email at lylewiley@gmail.com or reach out here on the website. You could also contact me on social media:
Facebook: @oneclappodcast
Instagram: @one_clap_podcast
TikTok: @oneclapspeechanddebate
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