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Magnolia State Politics: Jon Stevenson for Mississippi State Senate District 1

Magnolia State Politics: My Run for Mississippi State Senate District 1, Jon Stevenson.
“Leadership is not about titles, positions, or flowcharts.  It is about one life influencing another.” ~ J. Maxwell
For this week’s podcast I decided to offer a moment to allow two candidates to come together and talk about why they feel like they were the best person to lead Mississippi forward.  Here in North Mississippi our State Senator position is having a special election due to a recent redistricting of the population in District 1.
While I am certainly not a political podcast, my podcast has definitely had its fair share of politicians share their personal stories and what motivated them to go into public service.  My hope was that we could get a side by side comparison of the candidates so the constituents could make a better informed decision.
At the very core of my beliefs is, anyone that chooses to hold office should have a servants heart.  Leadership is crucial and having the wrong leader can be very detrimental.  Over my many years in athletics I’ve seen what a great coach can do, not only for their team, but for the players.  A great leader should be able to motivate, inspire, build confidence, perpetuate hope and above all, remain humble in order to always be able to put others needs before themselves.
Unfortunately, only one candidate was able to make it, but I did have a written statement from Mike McClendon.  I hope that this episode gives some insight to the person that is running for the position and highlights some of the things that he has gone through which were life building toward his character.
My final thought is this, I feel like we as a society would be a lot better off if we put our emotions to the side when discussing politics and allow more for discussion instead of dismissal.  We might find that we all have a lot more in common than we think.  I wish both candidates well and I am pulling for the winner to be great…Mississippi needs you to be great!
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Sunburn City | Cannonballing Life Series

In this episode of Cannonballing Life, Derrick reflects on his daughter starting her senior year and how a chaotic senior picture day tested everyone's patience. He also recounts a wild DJ weekend that included sunburn, family fun, and an awkward music request at a kid-filled party. Meanwhile, Coach deals with the trauma of a broken toenail, they read a few listener emails, and Zach Camp delivers another diary-worthy tale.
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Lost in the Moment: Lives Altered by One Decision with Cameron Land

Lost in the Moment: Lives Altered by One Decision – My Guest, Cameron Land, Firefighter/Paramedic.
“Forgiveness means letting go of the hope for a different past.” ~ G. Jampolsky
This week’s podcast really hit home for me on several levels.  My guest, Cameron Land, shares with my audience the heartbreaking story of how 15 minutes changed his life forever and the grief of losing his friend will last his lifetime.
I had the incredible honor of actually being Cameron’s baseball coach when he was little and worked alongside his father on the Memphis fire department’s Special Operations Rescue Team.  To say I know this week’s guest well would be an understatement.  It is for this reason that I know this incident is something that any of us could fall victim to in a given moment.
Like many young people on St. Patrick’s Day Cameron went out with some friends to enjoy the festivities but by the end of the day he would find himself sitting in jail in downtown Memphis and his ex-roommate would be deceased.  When a text argument became a physical fist altercation, Cameron realized a simple fist fight had suddenly turned deadly and every emotion one could imagine flooded over him.
Cameron could not imagine how a fist fight could happen one minute and then he was performing CPR the next minute.  Cameron hopes that by sharing his story he can help at least one person to consider how quickly things could change and how just walking away from a situation can be the best thing an individual can do.
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Inflated Emergency | Cannonballing Life Series

On this episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach and Derrick are battling through the fog—Derrick’s in a Zyrtec-D daze, and Coach claims he’s deep in the throes of male menopause. The guys tackle everything from animals that outlive their welcome to a bizarre first responder call involving a blowup doll. Plus, another hilarious entry from Zach Camp’s infamous diary makes an appearance, and they respond to some colorful listener emails. Chaos, comedy, and candid life talk—just another week cannonballing through it all.
 
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District to Duty with Rodney Hall, Representative for Mississippi House District 20

From District to Duty – My Guest, Rodney Hall, Representative for Mississippi House District 20.
“The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. The greatest leader is the one who gets people to do the greatest things.” ~ Reagan
If I had to describe this week’s guest in a quick sentence it would be, “unequivocally, service before self.”  Rodney Hall is an Army Ranger and Battalion Commander in the Mississippi Army National Guard, he is also a Lawyer and was recently elected as, Representative for Mississippi House District 20.
Mr. Hall shares how his father played a huge role in his desire to strive to be the best version of himself and to do so with the intention of making those around him better in the process.  This truth was very evident because on the day of his interview he was accompanied by a protégé that was aspiring to be an immigration lawyer.
Mr. Hall explains that at the heart of his desire to run for office was the hope to create positive change that would not only far outlive himself, but hopefully influence future generations to push for a better tomorrow that will benefit others.
It has been my experience that people in leadership positions that are not in it for personal gain, but instead to do the most good, can actually change the direction of generations to come in a very positive and profound way.  It is my opinion that there are many more chapters to be written by Mr. Hall and I am excited to see how his influence will help mold the leaders of the future.
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Hot Days, Bad Calls, and Strange Dreams | Cannonballing Life Series

In this episode of Cannonballing Life, Derrick and Coach dive into summer's chaos—both physically and figuratively. Still shaking off the effects of the "summer crud," the duo shares stories from the past week. Derrick recounts his blazing hot DJ gig and teases more events on the horizon, while Coach takes us on a ride to Myrtle, Mississippi, where he attended an MLB draft party.
The conversation slides into a debate about Major League Baseball umpires and their all-too-frequent blown calls. Listener emails to cannonballinglife@gmail.com also make their way into the mix, sparking honest and hilarious commentary. To wrap things up, Derrick and Coach explore the weird world of dreams—some crazy, some recurring, all unforgettable.
Another wild ride with your favorite cannonballers—strap in!
 
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Courage Beyond the Call: Supporting First Responders with PTSD

My Guest, Dr. Derrick Edwards, Psychology Professor at Tennessee Tech and Professional Counselor for First Responders.
“Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting and less scary. The people we trust with that important talk can help us know that we are not alone ” ~ Mr. Rodgers
It can go without saying that life is full of uncertainties.  However, there are plenty of things that can easily be said to be certainties in life as well.  One of those certainties is, first responders will face many difficult situations over the course of a career.  Some of those situations will leave emotional scars that will not heal alone and that’s when we must make our personal mental health the priority.
This week’s guest decided to combine his love of psychology and firefighting to be a voice for first responders.  Doctor Derrick Edwards does an incredible job of breaking down the many layers of mental stress that one goes through, and the different avenues individuals will take to find coping mechanisms.
Doctor Edwards took a practical approach to the complexity of psychology and did an excellent job of keeping the information both relatable and academic at the same time.  His personal experiences combined with his academic studies are the perfect blend when it comes to being able to be both sympathetic and empathic to first responders experiencing a mental health crisis.
This episode is a must listen if you or someone you know works on the frontlines and even non-first responders will gain a ton of information that can be useful in every day life.  The number one message that I hope others will take from this episode is, it is ok to not be ok, and you owe it to yourself to want a healthy mind.  Allowing yourself to be vulnerable is a true strength and your life is definitely worth living.
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Dawg Days of Summer | Cannonballing Life Series

Coach and Derrick dive into another round of life’s quirks and questions in this spirited episode of Cannonballing Life. From the sweaty truth about school buses with no AC or seatbelts, to the wild world of Joey Chestnut’s competitive eating, the guys don’t hold back. They debate the controversial topic of ketchup on hot dogs, marvel at how far TVs have come, and share hilarious tales from Coach’s grandson’s birthday pool party—complete with a swimming St. Bernard named Winston. And just when things seem to calm down, Coach shares the toe-curling story of nearly losing a toe while pressure washing. Buckle up—this one’s a ride!
 
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Larry Gates | Endurance Athlete Enthusiast

Exploring New Boundaries – My Guest, Larry Gates, from Port Republic Maryland.  He is retired from International Paper as the director of the production department and now an endurance athlete enthusiast.
“Limits are yours to decide.”
My guest this week was born with an adventurous spirit that wasn’t afraid to pursue his wildest dreams.  After graduating college Larry decided to take a year off and went on an adventure of a lifetime.  He flew to Europe and proceeded to do a bicycle tour for the next year.  This adventure lead him all over Germany and Italy and he would survive off of finding people to stay with in exchange for work.
On his final voyage he found himself nearing the end of his road where he would be loading up to come back to America.  His final stretch was not what he had prepared for and the course was a daunting uphill battle.  Larry had promised himself that he would not walk any hills, so in a symbolic nature Larry continued to grind until he made it to the top after some encouragement from a local.
When he returned home his desire for adventure and challenging himself didn’t resolve.  He found himself entering the Army as a Ranger.  This hard work and self-discipline led him to his career and the love of his life.  He of course continued to do big things throughout his life but it was after he retired that our paths crossed on the hardest bicycle race in America known as RAAM.  You must tune in to hear how a moment spent on the side of a mountain in Colorado eventually led him to one of his greatest challenges after the age of 70!  Larry is a true testament to what is possible once you start to believe something is possible and then you pout hard work and perseverance into action!
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Hot Pockets & Horseflies with Special Guest, Zach Camp | Cannonballing Life Series

In this heartwarming and hilarious episode of Cannonballing Life, Coach and Derrick welcome a very special guest—Coach Camp’s son, Zach Camp. The laughs start early as Coach reads some of Zach’s childhood stories and the duo dives into fan-submitted questions. Coach keeps the energy rolling with a string of outrageous tales, including sleepwalking on Ambien, a hot pocket mishap, horsefly warfare, and his oddly specific desire to have the body shape of a popcorn kernel. It’s an episode full of family fun, side-splitting stories, and unexpected wisdom.
 
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