Motivate with Coach Camp

On this episode of Cannonballing Life with Coach & Derrick, special guests Mattie Camp and Wes Joyner join the fun! Stay tuned for Mattie’s surprise rap performance. Coach shares his experience speaking at a recent MMA fight. Wes Joyner calls in to talk about his adventures as a substitute teacher, and the crew dives into the details of Coach’s recent sinus surgery. It’s a wild mix of music, s...

Healthy Life, Healthy You – My Guests, Ovi Ilica and Kelly Hand from Philadelphia, PA.  Ovi is the owner of Ovi Physiques. “A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work.” ~ C. Powell Mindset, self-discipline, focus, hard work, goals and determination all play into having a healthy mind, body and soul.  A lot of people have a desire to be healthier and l...

On this episode of Cannonballing Life, Derrick and Coach Camp introduce their brand-new Venmo donation link, making it easier than ever for fans to support the podcast. The duo dives into their biggest pet peeves, with Derrick hilariously venting about people who refuse to use their blinkers properly. They also tackle the age-old debate: how should a toilet paper roll be installed—over or under? T...

Hope Inspires Healing – My Guest, Matthew and Monica Spellicy from Camden, New York. “Strength and growth only come through continuous effort and struggle.” ~ N. Hill Matthew is an IT cyber security engineer and former Army veteran and Monica is a teaching assistant.   While their occupations are much needed and both provide selfless sacrifice, it was their desire to help others during their own s...

Quips, College Speeches, and Positive Voices | Cannonballing Life Series In this episode of Cannonballing Life, Derrick and Coach Camp dive into the highs and lows of online interactions. Coach introduces his new Facebook group, Positive Voices, and the guys vent about the frustrations of dealing with negative comments on social media. The duo also explores the concept of "resting B-face" and how...

Driven by Heartache – My Guest, Johnny Robertson from Hobbs, New Mexico is the owner and Executive Chef and Operator of three restaurants. “Make your life a masterpiece; imagine no limitations on what you can be, have or do.” ~ B. Tracy Life can be very complicated on multiple levels and sometimes, all at once.  My guest this week is a very successful owner and operator of Outlaw Bar and Grills in...

It’s a week full of surprises and snowy adventures on Cannonballing Life with Coach and Derrick! Derrick shares the exciting news about his daughter Skylar landing a job at the local LEGO store in Hernando, Mississippi. Meanwhile, Coach introduces his adorable new St. Bernard puppy, Winston, and dives into the chaos of trying to replace his truck tires. Hernando’s big snowstorm takes center stage...

Music and Community – My Guest, Lifelong musician Mr. Manny Zepada. “Music can change the world because it can change people.” ~ Bono I am sure that most of us can relate to having something that captivated us at a very early age and for some that early passion never leaves them.  My guest this week, Mr. Manny Zepada, found himself being drawn to music at the young age of 5 when he wandered into a...

In this lively episode of Cannonballing Life with Coach and Derrick, special guest Casper the Possum makes a surprise appearance, adding a unique twist to the conversation. Derrick recaps his birthday celebrations, while Coach hilariously shares a story about his impatience at the movies with family. To top it off, the duo reveals some comical throwback pictures from their youth that are sure to s...

Three Strikes, You’re Out of Here – My Guest, Mr. Andy Fletcher is a 25 Year MLB umpire veteran. “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it, time will pass anyway.” ~ E. Nightingale   It is probably fair to say that most kids grow up dreaming of being the player that scores the game winning touchdown or hitting the walk off homerun. However this week’s guest w...

In this episode of Cannonballing Life with Coach and Derrick, Coach kicks things off by giving Derrick an epic fighter’s intro. The duo reflects on their favorite Christmas memories and takes a deep dive into the timeless magic of Legos. They also look back at some of the highlights and positive moments from 2024, sharing gratitude and perspective as the year comes to a close Please email us your...

Strength Through the Storm – Coach Camp shares his perspective on why we must face storms. “On the other side of a storm is the strength that comes from having navigated through it.” This week’s episode was inspired through my guests that I’ve been so blessed to have on my show.  I feel like most of us would agree that hard times can come in many shapes and sizes and where one thing might be devas...

Coach and Derrick dive into holiday memories and traditions, from adventures in Christmas shopping and stories about Hickory Ridge Mall to heartwarming tales of Coach’s brother’s kids and an exchange student who became part of the Camp family. They wrap it all up with a fun discussion about their shared favorite holiday classic, A Christmas Story. Please email us your questions at cannonballinglif...

Addiction is a Thief – My Guests, Mr. Daniel Bell and his mother Bunny Lee - PART 2 “Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day.  Unseen, unheard, but always near; still loved, still missed and very dear.” I’ve heard it said, “Fentanyl is the chemical cancer that is killing our society.”  Much like cancer, most of us know someone that has either struggled with addiction or even pas...

In this episode of Cannonballing Life with Coach and Derrick, we dive into our very first filming session in the brand-new studio and share the story behind its creation. We swap post-Thanksgiving tales, chat about Coach’s upcoming sinus surgery, and debate the dos and don’ts of choosing the perfect clothing for Christmas parties. Get ready for a mix of laughs, reflections, and holiday spirit! Ple...

The Destruction of Addiction – My Guests, Mr. Daniel Bell and his mother Bunny Lee - PART 1 “Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day.  Unseen, unheard, but always near; still loved, still missed and very dear.” I’ve heard it said, “Fentanyl is the chemical cancer that is killing our society.”  Much like cancer, most of us know someone that has either struggled with addiction or...

Going My Way – My Guest, Retired Memphis Firefighter, Mr. Lynn Miller. “There are all these moments you think you won’t survive, and then you survive.” In 1971, the world was very different than the one we know today.  I know that hitchhiking is very taboo in today’s world, but back in the early 70’s hitchhiking was a common way of traveling across America. My guest this week, Mr. Lynn Miller had...

A City for the Family – My Guest, Mr. Ken Adams, Mayor of Olive Branch, MS. “Real leadership is about transforming limitations into possibilities.” ~ R. Sharma   The question is often asked, are leaders born or are leaders made?  Most people would say it can be either.  However, I would argue it simply comes down to making a decision.  Every day we are faced with making choices and those choices w...

Big changes are on the horizon! In this special update, we share exciting news about the future of Cannonballing Life in 2025. This episode is especially meaningful as it marks the final recording in the original SRP Studios, which is moving to a brand-new home. The new space will be up and running in January, and we can’t wait to Thrive in Twenty Twenty-Five alongside all of you. Tune in for all...

Never Lose Hope– My Guest, Ed Stutler, Sergeant United States Marine Corp and Vietnam Veteran. “Marines are built through the ethos of struggle and sacrifice.” ~ General James Jones Sometimes when you aren’t sure what choice to make you just choose what makes the most sense in the moment.  My guest this week had aspirations of becoming an architect after graduating, but when the program at the sch...

Pilot Down-Part 2 – My Guests, United States Air Force Pilot and Vietnam POW, Captain Ken Wells is joined by his wife Candy, to share their story. “Freedom is the sure possession of those alone who have the courage to defend it.” ~ Anonymous   In this week’s episode I was blessed to not only have Officer Ken Wells on the show, but I was honored to have his wife as well.  Captain Wells was an F4 pi...

Pilot Down-Part 1 – My Guests, United States Air Force Pilot and Vietnam POW, Captain Ken Wells is joined by his wife Candy, to share their story. “God grants liberty only to those who love it and are ready to guard and defend it.” ~ Daniel Webster In this week’s episode I was blessed to not only have Officer Ken Wells on the show, but I was honored to have his wife as well.  Captain Wells was an...

Behind Enemy Lines – My Guest, Army Veteran, CW3 James Williams served in the Army Special Forces during Vietnam deploying on three tours. “For so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son should not parish but have everlasting life.” ~ John 3:16 You would be hard pressed to find a better American than my guest this week.  Mr. Williams grew up in a loving, God fearing family that taught h...

Strength Through Faith – My Guest, Mrs. Tina Tatum is the owner of Coffee Central and Ethnos Coffee Roasters. “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed individuals can change the world.  In fact, it’s the only thing that ever has.” ~ M. Mead I once heard it said, “life is consistent, it’s predictably unpredictable.”  Regardless of how bad your life may be today does not mean that th...

Braveheart from Birth – My Guest, 14 Year Old Mirikil Stewart. “Believe in YOURSELF and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is GREATER than any obstacle” To put this week’s story into context I want to share a little bit about my depth of perception.  Having spent 4 years in the military and then over 20 years in fire and EMS, I’ve had the incredible honor of baring witn...