Motivate with Coach Camp

Voice of a New Generation – My Guest, Ashlyn Mueller, EMT with the Army National Guard, gymnastics coach and entrepreneur. “The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible.” ~ A. Clarke I don’t feel like it is a stretch to say that each generation feels like they are the last great generation to be born.  I will admit that I’ve been guilty of making thi...

In this lively episode of Cannonballing Life, hosts Coach and Derrick cover everything from heartfelt moments to hilarious pet peeves. Derrick reads an email from listener Maria Chu and recaps their time at the recent Hope Center event. Coach shares what it was like delivering the keynote speech at Concorde University’s graduation. The duo also dive into curious topics like AI lawyers, why many po...

Memphis Wrestling OG – My Guest, Downtown Bruno Brown, Memphis and WWE Wrestling Legend. “It’s like mama says… It BEEZ that way sometimes.” *EXPLICIT LANGUAGE* One of the best things about hosting a podcast is the opportunity to meet amazing and interesting people from all walks of life.  This week’s guest is definitely one in a million.  At the very young age of 14, Mr. Bruno Lauer happened upon...

In this fun-filled episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach and Derrick take a nostalgic dive into Easter egg hunts and share stories from recent adventures. Coach reflects on Easter traditions, while Derrick talks about taking La-Shon to the Memphis Zoo for her very first visit. The guys get into a hilarious discussion about the strange world of modern competition shows now airing on ESPN. Derrick gi...

Building a Better You – My Guest, Ricky Pike, Coach/Owner at All Heart Jiu Jitsu. “You are always more capable than you realize.” This week’s guest found himself being drawn toward martial arts at a very early age.  His fascination toward the art of fighting grew as he got older and once he became an adult he decided to fully chase that dream when he happened upon a flyer posted in a breakroom at...

In this hilarious and nostalgic episode of Cannonballing Life, Derrick and Coach kick things off with a spirited round of Let’s Make a Deal, sparking a deep dive into the golden age of game shows like The Price Is Right. Derrick shares stories from his first gig as a DJ and gives an update on his growing business, Thrive Entertainment. The duo also teases an upcoming KISS-themed concert Derrick is...

Perspective and Persistence – My Guest, Whitney Lavender, From Bilateral Amputee to Ms. Wheelchair Texas. “The difference between a mountain and a molehill is your perspective.” It is no secret that some folks are dealt a bad hand in their youth.  When we are born into this world we can’t control who our parents are and how they will treat us.  For some, having a difficult childhood will set them...

On this episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach unleashes another classic rant—this time targeting the ever-declining state of customer service. Meanwhile, he and Derrick recap their time at The Hope Center’s Leadership Conference in Senatobia, MS, sharing takeaways and moments from the event. Derrick also offers an update on his business, Thrive Entertainment, and reflects on a recent Memphis Redbir...

A Basket of Hope – My Guests, Ashleigh Parker and Tina James, are cancer survivors and teammates with “DeSoto Hope”. “We want to make sure no one fights alone in DeSoto County.” When a person receives a diagnosis of cancer they immediately know that their life has changed forever.  They may experience a myriad of emotions and sometimes they may experience all of them at once.  Some of the emotions...

In this episode of Cannonballing Life, hosts Coach and Derrick keep things light and lively! Coach introduces his friend Nasco to the show, and Derrick shares exciting updates on his growing DJ company, Thrive Entertainment, and his new band, Back In Time. Coach recounts a hilarious April Fools’ Day moment, and we hear about his fearless dog Winston, who isn’t fazed by even the loudest storms. It’...

In God’s Time – My Guest, Angela McCaleb, Hairstylist by day and Cancer Warrior by Choice. “Cancer Sucks, God Doesn’t.” The quote, “It’s not the amount of years in our life that matter, but rather the life in our years that matter most.” Ring more true with this week’s guest than anyone I’ve ever spoken with. Mrs. McCaleb has lived a life of intentionality and direction since she was a little girl...

In this episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach shares his frustrations with his propane provider, sparking a discussion on customer service nightmares. Derrick and Coach also dive into their personality test results and what they reveal about their quirks. Coach pitches a wild solution to the egg shortage, and the duo hilariously break down five provocative things first responders say without realiz...

Our Cancer Journey - PART 2 – My Guest, Kristina and Juno Avent, Discuss life after a cervical cancer diagnosis. “Cancer is a challenge, but it is not an obstacle.  I will not let it stop me from living my life.” We live in a world that is very fragile and can change in an instant.  This change can come about in a number of ways.  Unfortunately, one of those ways hits millions of people around the...

In this episode of Cannonballing Life, Derrick shares exciting updates about his growing DJ company, Thrive Entertainment, including new equipment and lighting. Coach dives into the incredible story of astronauts being rescued by Elon Musk and SpaceX. Derrick also discusses his new podcast, Grappling with Wrestling, and how it ties into his studio move and rebuilding journey. Plus, Coach takes a p...

Our Cancer Journey – My Guest, Kristina and Juno Avent, Discuss life after a cervical cancer diagnosis. “Cancer is a challenge, but it is not an obstacle.  I will not let it stop me from living my life.” PART 1 We live in a world that is very fragile and can change in an instant.  This change can come about in a number of ways.  Unfortunately, one of those ways hits millions of people around the w...

On this episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach’s brother, Jason Camp, joins the show for a trip down memory lane. The brothers share hilarious and heartwarming stories from their childhood, giving listeners a glimpse into their upbringing. Meanwhile, Derrick makes an exciting announcement about his brand-new podcast, Grappling with Wrestling! Watch on YouTube--> https://bit.ly/4aW5ZPp Please emai...

Facing Giants – My Guest, George Visger, Former NFL player and CTE survivor. “Don’t let the fear of the time it will take to accomplish something stand in the way of you doing it.”  ~ E. Nightingale When we are children we often dream of what it might be like to grow up and play pro sports.  The reality is, very few will ever make it to the highest level and for those that make it, even fewer will...

On this episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach and Derrick welcome Coach's longtime friend, Josh Savage, who joins the show via phone to share stories from their years of friendship. Coach also talks about his trip to Nashville for the SOAR Awards, where he was honored as the 2nd place Top Educator in the state of Tennessee. Tune in for laughs, memories, and a celebration of Coach’s big achievement!...

On a Mission – My Guest, George Visger, Former NFL player and CTE survivor. “Don’t let the fear of the time it will take to accomplish something stand in the way of you doing it.”  ~ E. Nightingale   PART 1 When we are children we often dream of what it might be like to grow up and play pro sports.  The reality is, very few will ever make it to the highest level and for those that make it, even fe...

On this episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach drops his brand-new rap track, "Air Time," and Derrick shares exciting news about his latest band project. The guys also dive into Coach's transition from head softball coach to assistant coach and the unexpected challenges that came with it. Plus, hear all about Coach's wild journey of buying a new treadmill—because, of course, nothing is ever as simpl...

Accomplishing the Impossible – My Guest, Connie Burton, is the Owner and Personal Trainer at Fitness 2000. “Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” This week’s guest found his passion for fitness at the very young age of 5.  As Mr. Burton grew older his love for fitness grew stronger.  Mr. Burton realized his passion for fitness actuall...

On this episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach kicks things off with a heartfelt anniversary song for his wife, Alicia. Derrick shares exciting news about the new season of The Rhythm Section: A Memphis Music Podcast, and the guys break down the highs and lows of the Super Bowl halftime show. Coach vents about his flower-buying struggles, while Derrick recounts his frustrating experience of being st...

Divine Forgiveness – My Guest, Justin Mansfield, is a gun violence survivor and gracious soul. “Forgiveness liberates the soul, it removes fear.  That’s why it’s such a powerful weapon.” ~ N. Mandela Justin’s story is a great example of how life could be going along fine and overnight your entire world can change drastically.  Up until the age of 7, Justin had a normal childhood filled with family...

In this episode of Cannonballing Life, Derrick shares exciting news about his new venture, Thrive Entertainment Booking, and what it means for the local music scene. Coach and Derrick dive into a little football talk, breaking down their thoughts on the latest games. And finally, they have a blast discussing the ridiculous ways people use Alexa—from pointless questions to hilariously unnecessary c...

Mentorship Matters – My Guest, Winter Wallace is a banker by day but a HOPE Center mentor every day. “Spending time with children is more important than spending money on children.” The question that high schoolers are often asked before they graduate is, “what are you going to do with your life?”  This is a very understandable question because it is the first time in most people’s lives that they...