The Peddric "Just Cat" Gathings Podcast

Button Lakes Turning ‘Why Not Us’ Into a Mindset for Changing the Future. What’s Your Story?

Button Lakes shares how the Hometown Huddle football camp was born from his ‘Why Not Us’ mindset, inspired by the loss of his coach, Coach Lewis. Through that legacy, Button started a football camp to give back, always echoing Coach Lewis’s call to do what needs to be done for the next generation.

From Nonverbal to National Anthem. The Kirklyn Johnson What’s Your Stoty?

In this inspiring journey, Kirklyn Johnson alongside his twin brother began life as a nonverbal autistic child, overcoming the challenges of growing up and navigating school. Through the unwavering love of his parents, his faith in God, and his God-given gift for singing, Kirklyn found his voice and his purpose. He graduated high school, was named Mr. Northeast at Northeast Mississippi Community College, and went on to graduate from Mississippi State University. Not only did he graduate with honors, but God put his miracle on display as Kirklyn the child who was once nonverbal performed the National Anthem at his graduation ceremony at Mississippi State University. Today, Kirklyn has the potential to teach in the very school district where he once walked the halls as a student. He currently serves as a youth minister, lead musician, and a creative composer. Through every accomplishment, he gives all glory to God and remains a powerful testament to faith, family, perseverance, and the incredible possibilities that come when God’s purpose is fulfilled.

The Mindset of a Multi-Sport Athlete Jaxon Gathings. What’s Your Story? E19

In this episode, we feature in-depth conversations with Jaxon Gathings of Crestview High School C/O 2029 We talked about balancing sports, game-day routines, what sets him apart, and how he’s pursuing his college dreams. If you’re passionate about what drives young athletes both on and off the field, this is where you need to be.

Ty Chandler’s Road from Mississippi to the NFL. A Story of Faith, Family, and Football.

In this episode of “What’s Your Story,” Ty Chandler opens up about his Mississippi background and his journey to the NFL. He shares how his grandmother’s influence taught him to pray and how his dad always pushed him to be better. Through these reflections, you’ll hear the pivotal moments that shaped his character, his resilience through change, and his gratitude for the support that kept him grounded.

Emma Kilgore’s Cheer Journey: Faith, Family & Never Giving Up! “What’s Your Story?”

On “What’s Your Story,” I sit down with Emma Kilgore, a high school senior who started the year without a cheer offer. Through her faith, her mom’s constant encouragement to keep pushing, her dad’s support, and her sisters by her side, Emma earned the opportunity to cheer at Northeast Community College this fall. It’s a story of faith, family, resilience, and trusting the process.