“Difference Makers” with David Rocker

For three decades Lois McKellar poured her heart and soul into being a dedicated educator. Drawing strength from her childhood challenges of being the daughter of a share cropper Lois McKellar would go on to push and drive students to be the very best they could possibly be. Her no nonsense approach to education would propel many of her students to greatness. The fruit of her labor has allowed her to witness so many of her former students to follow in her footsteps as educators, principals, and into many other successful occupations. Listen as she tells her story of always remembering where she came from and how she paid it forward. Giving back and truly making a difference in the lives of many.

Danny Robinson is an Atlanta native. He was gifted with exceptional speed. That gift of speed would take him all over the country as a track start. However, it would be his success on the gridiron that would make him a household name in the Atlanta area. Becoming one of the top recruits in the country, Dan made the decision to attend Auburn University. That decision would make a difference in the lives of others who would follow in his footsteps and on to the NFL. Listen, as he opens up and share his life story. “Life happens” to us all. It is at those moments when you have to look inside self and look up in your faith and decide whether to quit or keep running.

Pamela Copeland is a recording artist from Atlanta, GA. Imagine the first song you every sang was to “Dream the Impossible Dream.” Not knowing that your road to stardom would happen in a way that only people would dream about. Listen as Pam shares her world wind of a story on her way to becoming part of a popular girls singing group. Also the importance of respecting music and being accountable for the music you make.

Fred Stokes a Super Bowl Champion shares his life journey. Growing up in Vidalia, Georgia playing only one year of high school football ball. Fred would go on to play ten years in the National Football League. Listen as he tells his story of being born to a fifteen year old teenage mother, and the experience of passing by the old Fulton County Stadium changed the trajectory of his life. Also he will explain how everyone has LINT in their lives.

Rodney Cofield is currently the winningest active Head Football Coach in the Atlanta Public School System. Standing tall at 5’5, this former quarterback shares his story of perseverance. While pursuing his passion to becoming a successful coach, he is suddenly winning big on the field but unknowingly to others, he is losing in a major way off the field. Listen to hear how a real life Friday the 13th experience brings him to a place of brokenness, and how he overcomes his biggest loss.

Ramondo Davidson was a troubled youth from a predominantly single parent home. He endured hardships as a youth and had to grow up fast. Thankfully, he got involved in parks and recreation at a young age. He decided to make a choice to change for the better. His athletic talents took him to Temple University, where he gained the education and skills that enabled him to return home to help rebuild the surrounding communities. Listen as he shares his passionate story of the importance of community involvement, and his love for kids and helping others. He found his saving grace by helping in his community.

When it comes to coaching, the name Willie Hunter is legendary in the state of Georgia and especially in the Atlanta Public School System. From the street life of Atlanta, to becoming a Father to many. Returning to his community as a High School coach where he would impact the lives of many and truly be a Difference Maker. Listen as he tell his story in his own words.

Douglas “Mo Mo” Smith a native of Atlanta shares his story as a legendary athlete at Fulton High School now known as South Atlanta High School his college career at Ohio State and stint with the New York Giants. Also his transformation story as he battled with drug addiction and how he overcame his addiction. Listen as he shares his story of the importance of following your passion. He has found his purpose now serving and Making a Difference as a community leader. A great redemptive story be sure to tune in.