Bill Peters: “Just Get Up There and Throw Your Best Pitch”

William (Bill) Peters is a Denver-based writer, father, and advocate whose life has been shaped by the quiet, persistent challenge of stuttering. A lifelong stutterer himself, William understands the deep emotional terrain of being misunderstood-not for what one thinks, but for how one speaks. This silent struggle, paired with experiences of depression and PTSD, has only fueled his resilience and sense of purpose. With a Master's degree in Psychology and a longstanding career serving people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, William has dedicated himself to empowering others, especially those who have been underestimated or overlooked. He is also the proud father of a son who stutters, which gives his work even deeper personal meaning. Bill is the author of the book, “On the Mound A Rookie’s Triumph in Baseball Verse”,  which is another view of Ernest Thayer's 1888 poem “Casey at the Bat” In this emotional podcast, Bill talks about the importance of getting in the game of life; about putting yourself out there despite your stutter. It is a deep look into fatherhood and growing up as a person who stutters.  Enjoy the listen!