Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives

Southern Illinois University assistant women's basketball coach Greg Brown joins Kerry to discuss decluttering. Although keeping physical spaces tidy is important for a nice home, keeping one's mental space tidy is crucial for intentional living. From "calendar days" to "long-term parking," Greg provides tips for cleaning up stressful thoughts in the brain that negati...

Coach Ingle Martin from Christ Presbyterian Academy joins Kerry to discuss the nuances of today's young athletes. Emphasizing the importance of development off the field, Ingle focuses on things beyond workouts and practice such as proper sleep habits and good character. Ingle also reflects on his experience in the NFL and its impact on his perspective of modern sports.

Start the new year off on the right foot as Brooke Curry talks with Kerry about maintaining physical health through proper exercise and nutrition. Brooke discusses her motivations for healthier living and offers her perspective on successful food and activity mindsets to keep habits consistent.

Following a frightening accident that left runner Seth Oden temporarily paralyzed, Seth joins the show to talk to Kerry about his story and the long road to recovery. Seth discusses the hurdles he had to overcome to return to the sport he lives for and how his love for his son fuels his passion for running.

Adam and Catherine Terry join Kerry to talk about the life-altering accident that affected their son's life, the stress it put on their family dynamic, and the people who offered help through their time of need. The pair discuss how God blessed them with miracles when they needed them most and their son's progress in his healing journey.

From being featured in a televised baking competition and her recent collegiate volleyball offer to her cystic fibrosis diagnosis and the loss of her mother, Tori Church joins Kerry Stiles to discuss the ups and downs of her young life. But despite her rollercoaster of highs and lows, Tori emphasizes the one thing that remains constant in her life: her faith.

Jabari Greer returns to Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives to discuss living with emotional intention. He focuses on how his personal story impacts how he can relate to others emotionally and how his emotional intelligence has grown throughout his life. Jabari also talks about self-awareness and the importance of knowing when to detach and refocus one's emotions.

Join Kerry as he embarks on a new series about intentional living. For this series, Kerry will talk with professionals about their expertise in a specific area of life. In this episode, Meredith Portwood discusses late-life transitions and common misunderstandings surrounding hospice care. She emphasizes aging is natural; it's not something to be ashamed of, but rather something to embrace an...

Former Lipscomb President Dr. Randy Lowry joins the show to discuss his career as a lawyer and educator. The founder of the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University, Randy speaks on the spiritual worldview that drove his passion for conflict settlement and the benefits of reconciliation in political, professional, and educational spaces.

Featured on Dateline, Fox News, and 20/20 for solving the cold case of her college roommate's murder, Sheila Wysocki joins Kerry on Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives to discuss the driving force behind her occupation as a private investigator. Sheila also talks about PI training, the challenges of working a case, and her podcast, "Without Warning," which has garnered over 14,000,...

Wife, mother, and writer, Sara Walker, passed away after battling cancer in 2012. Still, her parents tell the story of her well-lived life in this episode of Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives. Jody and Carol Pigg talk about their daughter's upbringing, her posthumous book, and the inspiration she left with many of her close friends and family. Sara's legacy lives on through the Sara W...

From the Mets to the Braves, pitcher R.A. Dickey's knuckleball was a force to be reckoned with around the MLB. Now retired from professional baseball, Dickey joins Kerry to discuss his career in and out of the league, superstition, and the many talented players he's faced from the mound. Most importantly, he talks about his career-changing condition and how he adjusted his focus to becom...

Kerry converses with entrepreneur Brent High about the many hats he wears including father and husband. As an owner of three businesses, Brent talks about the importance of failing small, being present in relationships, and taking advantage of and utilizing one’s strengths. He also introduces the challenges of managing priorities and provides tips for success in life and business.

Former Williamson County Sheriff, Dusty Rhoades, joins Kerry to discuss his tenure as a deputy and sheriff in Williamson County. Dusty shares the toughest parts of the job and what makes the ideal deputy. Now retired, Dusty looks back at what made him become an officer in the first place and the most rewarding aspects of his storied career.

Kerry talks with Kimberly Edgeworth, the founder of Full Life Yoga, to discuss the heightened health benefits of implementing yoga into one's exercise routine. Kimberly clears up common misconceptions and explains how she keeps yoga accessible to anyone who steps into her studio regardless of age and experience.

Kerry invites the executive director of Agape, Chan Means, to discuss the organization he's passionate about and the many years of foster care he's provided to children in need. Chan's story is naturally full of challenges but also abundant in rewards through selfless love. To find out more about Chan and the mission of Agape, visit agapenashville.org .

Mike Knott proves deaf people can do anything hearing people can do but hear. Mike joins Kerry to walk through his life story. Through thoughtful anecdotes and experiences, Mike elaborates on deaf culture, the general challenges the deaf community faces, and the progress of accessible communication technology. For this episode, Mike is communicating through M.E. Hall, an interpreter. Hall communic...

Stiles Edwards, a former University of Tennessee football team equipment manager, joins Kerry to discuss the job most fans overlook. While the average viewer only sees the action on the field, Stiles walks Kerry through the preparations that no one sees at Neyland Stadium. Stiles talks about gameday procedures, the dedication required to do the job, and the path he wants to take to stay in sports.

On this episode of Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives, Tim Thompson joins Kerry to discuss his career working for Converse and Nike and how he merged his corporate job with his passion for sports commentary. Tim walks through his time as the color commentator for Vanderbilt Men's Basketball and weighs in on the current direction of college athletics.

For this episode of Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives, entrepreneur Mark Stoner joins Kerry to discuss the mindset of a business owner. Mark explains the type of attitude an entrepreneur needs and discusses the importance of taking risks, failing, and pivoting.

Kerry invites former Lipscomb basketball player, Loren Kirklin, to discuss her battles against several injuries in college and how her community and the anti-inflammatory diet kept her playing to the best of her abilities. Now focusing on nutritional coaching, Loren talks about her own family's nutritional balance and the stigmas of "good and bad" foods.

Jerrie Wayne Barber and Christi Parsons join Kerry this week to discuss what life was like growing up as the children of the renowned preacher, Jerrie Barber. The pair talk about traditions within the family, the telescopic lens that always seemed to be on them, and the differences they appeared to experience while growing up compared to other kids. Nonetheless, the two speak highly of their child...

On this episode of Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives, Kerry sits down with Lipscomb volleyball coach, Brandon Rosenthal. Brandon discusses what keeps the spirits high in the locker room, the type of character he looks for while recruiting, and the dos and don'ts surrounding his team's culture. Brandon also explores his beginnings as a coach and what he thinks he would be doing if he w...

Kerry interviews the multifaceted Kim Whitaker about the several endeavors that got her through COVID and the many people she’s had the opportunity to work with. Kim discusses how small Facebook posts led to a whole book and reveals the writing process that inspired her to finish it. To learn more about Kim's book, "Finding the Pieces," and her other work, visit kimberlyswhitaker.co...

Kerry hosts Matt and Kendra Lawyer who lost their family home to a fire. The pair recall the events leading up to the incident and walk through their thoughts as everything they built and the memories they made vanished in an instant. Matt and Kendra discuss the challenges they faced following the fire and the blessings that followed to keep them going.