Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives

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.

In this episode, Kerry interviews Tyler Summitt, son of eight-time NCAA Division I winning women's basketball coach, Pat Summitt. Tyler discusses the impact his mother had on himself and the players she coached, some of the memorable moments he had growing up, and Alzheimer's awareness. Inspired by Pat's exceptional style of leadership, Tyler also explains the mission of the Pat Summitt Leadership Group and the principles it revolves around. To learn more about Pat Summitt and the leadership organization, visit https://patsummittleadershipgroup.com/

Kerry interviews 94-year-old Bob Mason about his life journey and the many contributions he's made in his lifetime. Bob reflects on his past years and shares the many memories he's made along the way. From serving in the Korean War to officiating basketball in the SEC and serving those in need across Nashville, Bob Mason's experiences may seem like something out of Forrest Gump. But to Bob, that's just life. 

Jerrie Barber discusses his 63-year career of preaching with his wife Gail by his side. He reflects on his early years of starting as a teenager, getting fired, falling asleep during his own sermon and his eventual transition into interim ministry. Jerrie’s analysis is:

“When a preacher stays a long time, usually, the church doesn’t like the next preacher. I volunteer to be the next preacher they don’t like."

Kerry is joined by special co-host, Greg Eubanks, and coach Ricky Bowers' to discuss what it's like to make a career out of coaching. Ricky talks about his past as a competitive athlete and his transition into coaching basketball and football. Ricky also opens up about the grey line between being a parent and a coach and what he wishes he communicated better to his students.

On this episode of Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives, Kerry converses with his friend Larry Williams about the complexity of anxiety. Larry discusses his history of anxiety and the false face he would wear in public. But, following a series of panic attacks, Larry looked to set things straight. In this interview with Kerry, Larry reveals the steps he took toward a healthier lifestyle and how he eventually overcame the mental struggle that nearly consumed his life.

On this week's episode of Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives, Kerry interviews Lane Thomas, former SEC and ACC referee, and discusses everything from jaw-dropping moments to the changes he's seen in the game. Lane gives insight into what the weekend looks like for an official and the preparation required to get things right. Moreover, Lane talks about the lessons he's learned across his 35 years of officiating, emphasizing the humility it takes to own responsibility for one's actions in an occupation where getting it wrong can change the course of the game.

This week, Kerry invites therapist Tricia Thornton to discuss her new book, "Blessing From Fear, Embracing Your Journey, Discovering Your True Self," which aims to provide neurologically sound tools to help parents guide their children toward emotional integration. Tricia reflects on her childhood and how it shaped her into the therapist she is today and walks Kerry through some of the keywords and concepts from her book. Tricia's book is available from her website www.triciathornton.com, online on Amazon, or anywhere books are sold.

On this episode of Everyday People, Extraordinary Lives, Kerry has a conversation with former NFL cornerback, Jabari Greer. Jabari opens up about his football career as an underdog as well as the many valleys he was forced to face after his retirement. Jabari also offers insight into what allowed him to persevere and the lessons he took away from his experiences in and out of the league.

In this episode, Kerry gets the opportunity to talk with Abbie Vergne and her parents, Paula and Matt, about the battle against an eating disorder that tested the family's endurance. Abbie discusses how little thoughts can snowball into something much worse, her motivation throughout her recovery, and how she uses her experience to help others. Meanwhile, Matt and Paula discuss warning signs, support systems, and the hurdles they overcame to help Abbie through her hardship.