Speaker: RIck Tarleton

RIck Tarleton is a Franklin Native who graduated from Franklin High School in 2002 and studied at Southwestern Community College.He is a Gym Owner and Performer of Oldetime Strongman Feats who hollds a variety of powerlifting records. Rick is a mutual aid activist, and a Trans-Queer Appalachian working towards Liberation & Equity for all marginalized folks.
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Finding Strength

Pride Month is a celebration of being true to one’s self. For many, living authentically can be the biggest challenge due to the pressures of society. Never one to shy away from a challenge Professional Oldetime Circus Strongman, Rick Tarleton discusses growing up openly Queer in Rural Appalachia, building a community where there was none, … Continue reading Finding Strength