In this episode, Dr. Lee Warren welcomes Rick Burgess, New York Times bestselling author and celebrated radio host (Rick and Bubba, The Rick Burgess Show), who shares invaluable life lessons and stories from his new book, Men Don't Run in the Rain.
Rick talks about his father's enduring influence as a legendary Alabama football coach, his own journey through personal and professional highs and lows, and how faith and resilience shape his life's mission.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:24 Meet Rick Burgess: A Life in Radio and Ministry
01:08 Rick's New Book: Men Don't Run In the Rain
07:26 Rick's Father's Legacy
11:18 Lessons from Rick's Father
14:45 Honoring Your Parents: A Biblical Perspective
18:56 Stories and Lessons from Rick's Life
24:55 A Father's Legacy: Fired and Honored
27:15 Battling Alzheimer's: A Coach's Resilience
30:12 The Impact of a Coach: Stories of Influence
34:25 A Son's Grief: Losing a Child
35:52 Faith and Strength: Speaking at a Funeral
40:13 Continuing the Legacy: Writing and Teaching
43:54 Final Thoughts and Resources
Resources and Links
Rick's new book, Men Don't Run in the Rain
Rick's website for The Rick Burgess Show
The Man Church Conference
Sherri Burgess' beautiful book about losing their son Bronner
My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You
Be sure to check out my latest book, Hope Is the First Dose!
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