Motivate with Coach Camp

The Mission Matters: Two Missionaries Experiences Serving In Cuba.  My guests this week are Mr. Ryan Duran and Mr. Josh Jenkins, Missionaries to Cuba. “Only one life, twill soon be past; Only what’s done for Christ will last.”  ~ C.T. Studd There are approximately 450,000 missionaries around the world and the United States makes up 1 out of every 3.  This week’s guests describe what it was like to...

Imagine the year is 1941 and you awake to the news that Pearl Harbor has been attacked.  Now your country has been pulled into a World War that has cost so many their lives.  As a young male during those times, the thought of serving their country was never a second thought.  Young people even forged their age in order to enlist and go serve.  Fighting for America was a thing of honor and sacrific...

Life After A Lung Transplant: Seeing Life Through A New Purpose.  My guest this week is Mr. Todd Pierce, Retired Southaven Police Officer. “I’ve always tried to live life to the fullest that I can, but even more so now that I have been given life twice.”  ~ L. Barnett To have a heart to serve means that you are willing to put others before yourself.  This week’s guest had done just that for his en...

Serving On All Fronts: From Leading The Jail To Leading In The Community.  My guest this week is Hernando Alderman Ward 4 and Head of the Tate County Jail Mr. Chad Wicker. “Press forward. Do not stop, do not linger in your journey, but strive for the mark set before you.”  ~ G. Whitefield My guest this week shares how he started to find his path in serving the community when he started his job at...

Rising From the Ashes: A Firefighter’s Phoenix Story.  My guest this week is Mr. Alan Presson, Memphis Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic and Endurance Athlete. “Press forward. Do not stop, do not linger in your journey, but strive for the mark set before you.”  ~ G. Whitefield This week’s guest is retired fire lieutenant from the City of Memphis fire department Mr. Alan Presson.  Alan joined the Memphis f...

Revitalizing the Bluff City:  The Power of Urban Collaboration.  My guest this week is Mr. Rory Thomas, President and CEO of the Memphis Medical District Collaborative. “True power isn’t held, it’s shared.”  ~ Unknown Many times it can be easy to recognize a need for a community, but it is not so easy to know how to address that need or even where to start.  However, there is a well-known quote th...

A Call to Heal: One Firefighter’s Foundation for First Responder Mental Health.  My guest this week is Mr. Jeff Dill, A Firefighter/Paramedic from Las Vegas, NV. “A healthy mind is a happy life – protect yours like you protect your heart.”  ~ Unknown   My guest this week joins the show via zoom from Las Vegas, NV.  Mr. Jeff Dill was a firefighter/paramedic and during the time he served he noticed...

From Pain to Peace: Expert Insights on Managing Grief and Finding Solace.  My guest this week is Mr. Thomas Attig, A Philosopher, Professor and Author of numerous books about understanding and managing grief. “You don’t have to be okay to be healing – grief is a messy, beautiful process.” ~ Unknown   My guest this week hails from Victoria, Canada.  Mr. Thomas Attig has dedicated his life’s work to...

The Unspoken Challenges: A Candid Conversation About the Realities of Adoption.  My guest this week is Mr. Michael House, A Firefighter/Paramedic with the city of Southaven, MS “Adoption is not a last resort, it’s a first choice for a forever love.” ~ Unknown   As most of you know, the decision to start a family can be both an exciting and scary time all wrapped up together.  Knowing that you will...

Learning Without Limits: Exploring the Innovative Approach of Ambleside’s Hybrid Schooling.  My guests this week are Mrs. Hannah Hatcher and Krista Dornier, Employees of the Ambleside School in Nesbit, MS. “Faith is an oasis in the heart which will never be reached by the caravan of thinking.” ~ K. Gilbran   One of the most important things we do as parents is ensure that our kids get a quality ed...

Swim, Bike, Run, Repeat:  The Mental and Physical Grind of My Ironman Triathlon Quest.  In this week’s episode I share with my viewers my year long journey to completing Ironman Louisville! “Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.” ~ T. S. Eliot   Personal growth can happen when we allow ourselves to push further than we ever dreamed possible.  There came a...

PTSD: The Unspoken Epidemic Among First Responders.  My guest this week is Mr. Kevin Whitsell, Paramedic Pedi Flight Manager and Podcast Host of “A Silent War Within”. “PTSD was my darkness, self-care was my dawn – I rose again.” ~ Unknown   One of my true joys that have come from podcasting has been the opportunity to connect with amazing people and share their personal stories of trials and triu...

Testicular Cancer and Neurodiversity: A Personal Story About Pursing a Passion and Embracing a Journey.  My guest this week is Mr. George Argeropoulos, Testicular Cancer Survivor and Autism Warrior. “It is not the strength of the body that counts, but the strength of the spirit.” ~ J. R. R. Tolkien In this week’s episode we tackle two very big topics that both deserve our attention.  My guest this...

Beyond Labels: A Deep Dive into Dyslexia – Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Solutions.  My guest this week is Ms. Laura Carpenter, Dyslexia Therapist and Certified Academic Language Therapist. “Dyslexia is not a disability, it’s a different ability – and mine became my superpower.” ~ Unknown   The world can be a difficult challenge for anyone to navigate.  Regardless of where you come from or what resourc...

From Victim to Visionary: How I Turned My Pain into a Haven for Others.  My guest this week is Ms. Sarita Drake, Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, “House of Grace.” “I do not at all understand the mystery of grace – only that it meets us where we are but does not leave us where it found us.” ~ A. Lamott Over the last 3 seasons of the Motivate with Coach Camp podcast, we have covere...

From Victim to Visionary: Turning Personal Pain into Powerful Messages.  My guest this week is Mr. Marcus Black, He is an Author, a Podcaster and a Motivational Speaker. “Speak to inspire, inspire to empower – That’s the power of motivational speaking.” ~ Unknown   Having gone down the road of becoming a positive voice and motivational speaker myself, I can truly appreciate the grind to make a nam...

In this brief but important episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach and Derrick officially close out their time on the Motivate with Coach Camp Network and announce an exciting new chapter. The hosts explain the reasons behind the move, walk listeners through what’s changing, and introduce the brand-new Cannonballing Life network. With expanded platforms including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Fa...

The Triple Threat Leader: How Coaching, Banking, and Education Shaped his Vision.  My guest this week is Mr. Chris Burgio, President of the Concord Career College Campus in Southaven, MS. “Invest in someone’s future, and you’ll reap a lifetime of gratitude.” ~ Unknown This week’s guest started out his early life as an athlete and as he became an adult he wanted to give back to the community by bec...

On this episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach and Derrick dive into how holidays like St. Patrick’s Day, Mardi Gras, and Cinco de Mayo have evolved into full-blown party culture. Coach shares his thoughts on the World Baseball Classic and reflects on an impressive milestone—donating over five gallons of blood over the years. The conversation takes a turn with some classic humor as Derrick embraces...

The Pivot Point: How Changing My Mindset Changed My Entire Life.  My guest this week is Mr. Justin Gray, former firefighter now turned motivational content influencer. “Change your thoughts, change your life – mindset is everything.” ~ Unknown Over the years I’ve known plenty of people that will vocalize how they are tired of the same ole life with the same ole results.  The funny thing is, most o...

On this episode of Cannonballing Life, Derrick and Coach recap a pair of very busy weekends. Coach shares stories from his trip to Utah for a speaking engagement, while Derrick talks about a music-filled stretch performing with both of his bands. Derrick also gives an update on the first official week of the studio being open, including what it’s been like welcoming clients into the new space and...

Addiction to Awakening: A Powerful Story of Sobriety and Transformation.  My guest this week is Ms. Felicia Pulliam, former addict and now a health care provider and advocate for sobriety. “Recovery is not about being perfect, it’s about being brave enough to try again.” ~ Unknown I feel like it is fair to say that no one wakes up one day and says to themselves, “I think I will become addicted to...

Coach and Derrick officially christen the brand-new SRP Studio on Memphis Street in Hernando as they kick off another episode of Cannonballing Life. Derrick shares the behind-the-scenes story of rebuilding the studio—from battling thin walls to the ongoing thermostat wars—while Coach opens up about exciting new opportunities on the horizon for his speaking career and provides an update on his hear...

Kick Start to Glory: One Player’s Journey Through D1 Football.  My guest this week is Mr. Josh Jasper, former LSU kicker and now pursing the life of a firefighter. “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” ~ E. Roosevelt   I feel it would be safe to say that most young boys and girls dream of playing a sport professionally.  If they don’t dream of becoming a pro then...

Beyond the Pain: How Tragedy Led Him to True Joy.  My guest this week is Mr. Ryan Dunn, former police officer turned project manager. “The darkest nights produce the brightest stars.” ~ Unknown Sometimes we may find ourselves in situations that force us to push through pain that we did nothing to cause.  That is exactly what my guest this week had to do at the early age of 11 when his mother was d...