I think this is something that is naturally built in in people, a need for attention and a need to be special and we are always trying to find a balance.

There is something about Midwest in general, that has kind of an underdog quality.

When you mention to people growing up in Cleveland they bring up the river catching on fire, or LeBron James leaving, they have these references, but no one imagines ending up there.

What made something precious? Losing it and finding it.

After a while, the fear became a habit, too.

I think this is something that is naturally built in in people, a need for attention and a need to be special and we are always trying to find a balance.

Being asked, "Where are you REALLY from?" It makes one feel OTHERED.