Larry the Cable Guy: Abusive dad taught me comedy | Forward Progress

Seven-time NASCAR Series Cup champ Jimmie Johnson recalls “the grind” of his final years in the sport, saying he was grumpy most of the time. He talks of the significant salary decreases among drivers and suggests that NASCAR cuts at least eight races out of its 36-race season.

Clayton Kershaw on feeling  responsible for the 2013 NLCS loss to the St. Louis Cardinals and trying to get over it

U.S. Soccer icon Tim Howard reflects on the journey that took him from a one-bedroom apartment in New Jersey to Manchester United, Everton and the World Cup. He opens up about living with Tourette’s, handling brutal criticism in England, and the mental pressure of playing goalkeeper at the highest level.

John Daly recalls childhood with an abusive father, and the love he’s missed since his mother’s death.

Emmitt Smith shares his strong concern with the long-term effects of taking so many hits in the NFL and why his head maintains a constant tilt.

 Graham sits down with the most accomplished NASCAR driver in racing history, Richard Petty, at his museum and garage in North Carolina. Petty reflects on racing-related tragedies and using those as inspiration to create Victory Junction, a camp serving thousands of children with chronic diseases. “The King” also shares stories of sustaining severe injuries, courting his future wife and eating fried chicken with President Reagan, among other aspects of his historic career.

 Kimbal Musk discusses the beginning stages of SpaceX and working with brother Elon Musk, with insight into the difference of opinion between SpaceX and the government. Kimbal talks about nearly missing the 4th launch in 2008 following a trip to Disneyland and how the launch left them in tears and a $1.6 billion contract with NASA.

Larry the Cable Guy on growing up with his “old school” father and how he learned comedic timing to deflect from stressful situations and spankings. Larry also looks back on how he made thousands of dollars selling pigs as a nine-year-old and when he tried to hide and raise three baby pigs in his bedroom closet.

Graham sits down with Gary Player in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. The golf legend and nine-time majors champ talks about his tough childhood, Tiger Woods, posing nude for ESPN Magazine, and his obsession with staying fit. He also remembers apartheid in his native South Africa, the criticism he faced, and his friendship with Nelson Mandela.

Jesse James discusses his accomplished football career through high school, and getting revenge on a bully QB