On today’s show I sat down with two Hoosiers making national headlines this fall.

My first guest was Myles Mclaughlin, the nation's top high school rusher from Knox, Indiana. We discuss his journey, team dynamics, and future aspirations of playing football at the next level.

I then had an engaging interview with Sydney Shrewsbury, Miss Indiana USA 2025. She shares her background from Kentucky to Indiana, the unique distinctions between Miss America and Miss USA, and her preparations for Miss USA 2025 that takes place in Reno, Nevada from Oct. 18-24. This year’s edition will mark the 74th Miss USA pageant.

Sydney also shares her thoughts on Indiana and offers motivational advice for young women.

If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference, visit getindiana.com/podcast.

You are going to learn about:

• Myles Mclaughlin’s Pursuit at Making High School Football History

• The Difference Between Miss America and Miss USA Pageants

• Sydney Shrewsbury’s Miss USA 2025 Preparations

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Check out these great clips from the show:
01:57 Guest Introduction: Myles Mclaughlin, Knox QB and the Nation's Top High School Rusher
14:39 Fun Segment: Is This Unincorporated Town in Indiana?
20:26 Guest Introduction: Sydney Shrewsbury, Miss Indiana USA
35:31 Booking Appearances and Exciting Events
36:19 Preparing for Miss USA
37:48 Balancing Pageantry and a Full-Time Job
39:05 Support from Salesforce and Corporate America
42:18 The Miss USA Competition Details
49:19 Life in Indiana and Community Support
50:04 Encouragement for Young Professionals
01:00:12 Hidden Gems and Favorite Events in Indiana
01:08:04 Final Thoughts and Encouragement