What does it really take to build something that lasts?
In Episode 65 of The Middle Child Podcast, Royal Boles sits down with DJ Strick for a conversation about longevity, growth, consistency, finding your voice, and what happens when you stop looking for shortcuts and start developing your craft.
DJ Strick has spent years behind the microphone, from radio and Strick City to podcasting, community building, mentoring, and helping other creators figure out how to get started. But one of the biggest lessons throughout his journey is that you don't become good overnight.
You learn.
You practice.
You get corrected.
You find people who can help shorten the learning curve.
And then you keep going.
DJ Strick talks about how his voice developed over time, why beginners shouldn't overcomplicate the process, the importance of actually practicing outside of the moments when people are watching, and why sometimes the people around you can help you see what you can't see yourself.
The conversation also goes deeper into building community in Birmingham, creating opportunities for local podcasters, learning from mentors, and the humbling seasons that can change the way you see yourself, your work, and the people around you.
Because building something that lasts isn't just about what you create.
It's about who you become while you're building it.
This is the long game.
CHAPTERS
00:00 — What Does It Take to Build Something That Lasts?
01:35 — Meet DJ Strick
02:30 — Balancing Radio, Podcasting & Life
14:32 — How DJ Strick Got Into Radio
18:00 — Creating Space for Christian Hip Hop
19:30 — The Mentors Who Helped Shape Him
21:55 — Radio, Podcasting & Finding Your Voice
24:00 — Why Mentorship Can Shorten the Learning Curve
27:21 — Show Me Your Wallet, I'll Show You Your Heart
28:45 — Why Practice Matters More Than You Think
32:00 — What Being a DJ Really Means
33:00 — Building the Birmingham Podcast Community
38:55 — Helping New Podcasters Get Started
41:00 — Why You Have to Start Somewhere
43:36 — Learning Through Community & Critique
45:07 — Don't Miss the Moment
47:20 — The Humbling Season That Changed Everything
51:00 — Being a Middle Child
52:30 — Where to Find DJ Strick
53:58 — The Long Game
ABOUT DJ STRICK
DJ Strick is a longtime radio personality, podcaster, communicator, and mentor who has spent years developing his craft and helping others develop theirs. His work has included Strick City, radio, podcasting, community building, and supporting creators in Birmingham and beyond.
Connect with DJ Strick: https://strick.bio.link
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dj.strick
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dj.strick
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strickcity
ABOUT THE MIDDLE CHILD PODCAST
The Middle Child Podcast with Royal Boles is the show where you are seen, loved, and appreciated.
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