Season 2 Finale - Your Incredible 'Somethings'

We have heard some amazing stories of resilience during the first two seasons of "Everybody's Got Something" -- but until now, we've focused on people you probably know. This week, we focus on our listeners' own 'somethings.' Robin even sat down with one listener, Sammy Kamara, and his wife, Carol, in our New York City studio! Thank you to everyone who left us voicemails and sent in messages. And thanks to you for listening this season. We'll talk again very soon! Support "Everybody's Got Something" with a quick review ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinroberts - Robin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinrobertsgma/ - Robin on Facebook: https://facebook.com/robinroberts/ For more info: http://www.RobinPodcast.com ABC News podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eleven women in Felicia Johnson's family, including herself, have been diagnosed with breast cancer. "I felt like the monster was chasing us down," Johnson said, and she has made it her mission to break the cycle of silence, especially among African-American women, to encourage others to share and seek out information about this disease. NEW! Tell Robin about your something: 646-883-8326 Support "Everybody's Got Something" with a quick review ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinroberts - Robin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinrobertsgma/ - Robin on Facebook: https://facebook.com/robinroberts/ For more info: http://www.RobinPodcast.com ABC News podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kenny Anderson was once one of the most sought after basketball players in the country, but after retiring as an NBA All-Star and losing his mother, he bottomed out when a DUI charge cost him a coaching position. Struggling with his post-NBA identity and fading fame, Anderson says he is still a "work in progress," and in a new documentary, "Mr. Chibbs," he discusses some of his toughest issues, from alleging he had been molested as a kid, to the excessive drinking rumors, to filing for bankruptcy. Support "Everybody's Got Something" with a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinroberts - Robin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinrobertsgma/ - Robin on Facebook: https://facebook.com/robinroberts/ For more info: http://www.RobinPodcast.com ABC News podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ernie Johnson Jr., a three-time Emmy award winning sports anchor and host of TNT's "Inside the NBA," has had a legendary career that spans more than 40 years, but what he cherishes most in life is caring for his family. In his new autobiography, "Unscripted: The Unpredictable Moments that Make Life Extraordinary," Johnson describes embracing challenging times, including he and his wife Cheryl adopting their son Michael, who has muscular dystrophy, and losing his father, renowned baseball announcer, Ernie Sr. Support "Everybody's Got Something" with a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinroberts - Robin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinrobertsgma/ - Robin on Facebook: https://facebook.com/robinroberts/ For more info: http://www.RobinPodcast.com ABC News podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lea Michele, best known for playing Rachel Berry on "Glee," has made a name for herself -- and her extraordinary pipes -- many times over as a Broadway star, a TV darling and now as a recording artist. In this episode, Lea opens up about the intimate messages behind some of the songs on her new album, "Places," how she has managed to stay grounded amidst the intense demands of fame and what she plans to conquer next. Plus, we revisit some of Robin's very favorite moments from Season 1. Support "Everybody's Got Something" with a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinroberts - Robin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinrobertsgma/ - Robin on Facebook: https://facebook.com/robinroberts/ For more info: http://www.RobinPodcast.com ABC News podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've always been told, "Don't sweat the small stuff," but bestselling author Andy Andrews turns that common belief on its head in his new book, "The Little Things." Andrews, who has spoken at the request of four different U.S. presidents, explains how one tiny thing can help create powerful and extraordinary results. Support "Everybody's Got Something" with a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinroberts - Robin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinrobertsgma/ - Robin on Facebook: https://facebook.com/robinroberts/ For more info: http://www.RobinPodcast.com ABC News podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two-time Grammy award-winning recording artist Patti LaBelle has a career spanning more than 50 years in entertainment. At 73 years young, the "Godmother of Soul" has written a dessert cookbook, released concert dates, and is getting ready to unveil a third season of her cooking show. And with her new album "Bel Hommage," Philly's sweetheart marks her first foray into the wonderful world of jazz. Support "Everybody's Got Something" by leaving a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinroberts - Robin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinrobertsgma/ - Robin on Facebook: https://facebook.com/robinroberts/ For more info: http://www.RobinPodcast.com ABC News podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant helped his team clinch the NBA championship, his mother, Wanda Durant, celebrated alongside the team in what truly was a lifelong dream come true. Durant, a single mother, said she did her best to stay engaged as a parent and demand the best from her two sons. When Durant was named league MVP in 2014, he delivered an emotional speech dedicated to his mother, calling her "the real MVP." Support "Everybody's Got Something" by leaving a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinroberts - Robin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinrobertsgma/ - Robin on Facebook: https://facebook.com/robinroberts/ For more info: http://www.RobinPodcast.com ABC News podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grammy award-winning gospel singer Mandisa is back in the spotlight and better than ever following a battle with depression. She discusses her new uplifting album, the appropriately-named "Out of the Dark," and how she can be a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing life's challenges all over the world. Mandisa performed "Stronger" on GMA years ago for Robin's emotional return to "Good Morning America" after defying the odds and beating her own health battles. Support "Everybody's Got Something" by leaving a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinroberts - Robin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinrobertsgma/ - Robin on Facebook: https://facebook.com/robinroberts/ For more info: http://www.RobinPodcast.com ABC News podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 2 kicks off with Oscar-nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe, who gets candid about her path to superstardom, dealing with anxiety, and her journey to body positivity. Sidibe, who famously starred in "Precious" and appears in the FOX series "Empire," adds author to her resume with her new debut memoir, "This is Just My Face." Love Robin? Support her podcast by writing a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinroberts - Robin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinrobertsgma/ - Robin on Facebook: https://facebook.com/robinroberts/ For more info: http://www.RobinPodcast.com ABC News podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices