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In this episode of the Bottom Shelf Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Donna Graham and Monica Williams from the Women’s Resource Center to hear about their ministry of providing compassion, practical support, education, and hope to women, men, and families in our community. Donna and Monica share how the WRC walks alongside families facing unexpected pregnancies, provides parenting and life-skills resources, teaches healthy boundaries in local schools, and shares the hope of the Gospel. They also discuss the importance of valuing life, supporting families, adoption, and the many ways our community can pray, volunteer, and partner with the Women’s Resource Center.

In this episode, we sit down with special guest Judge Edward L. Alley for a powerful conversation on leadership, integrity, and the responsibility that comes with serving others. Judge Alley shares hard-earned insights on decision-making under pressure, maintaining fairness in complex situations, and leading with principle even when it’s not easy. He Also shares about his first Job that Is pretty interesting and other insights on life outside of the courtroom as a leader in roles other than judge!  Whether you’re leading a team, an organization, or simply striving to lead your own life with purpose, this episode offers timeless lessons and practical wisdom you won’t want to miss.

What does leadership look like when the stakes are real and the community is counting on you? In this episode of the Bottom Shelf Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Limestone County Sheriff Joshua McLaughlin for an honest conversation about leadership on the front lines of public service. Sheriff McLaughlin shares his journey into law enforcement, the lessons he’s learned while leading a department, and how his family and church are a key role in his leadership role at the Sheriff's department!  From building trust with the public to developing leaders inside the sheriff’s office, this episode explores what it means to lead with integrity, accountability, and humility—even when the pressure is high. Whether you’re leading a team, serving your community, or simply trying to grow as a leader, this conversation offers practical insights and powerful perspective from someone who leads where it truly counts. Tune in for a grounded, real-world discussion on leadership, service, and responsibility.

Join us as we talk with Chad and Janna Hess who are leading our Marriage Conference this year. They are from Woodmont Baptist Church in Florence, AL. This Podcast includes some good conversation of what they are going to be talking about in the upcoming marriage conference as well as some good insight on marriage in general even if you're not coming to the marriage conference!

Introducing you to another new pastor on staff at Lindsay Lane! This time it's our Executive Pastor. Andy John and Mike go way back, so there is some reminiscing, a lot of joking around, but some really good stories from a life lived devoted to the Lord and to leading others to do be devoted, too! You guys will love this look into Mike's life. Oh yeah, and lots of Metallica talk! So.... that's a new topic!

We have been praying, searching, and discussing, and FINALLY we can introduce to you our West Campus Planter Taylor Calder! In this episode, the guys wander around a bit as they hear about Taylor's life and ministry experience. Lots of good serious talk, but a ton of laughter mixed in. This is a great look at the guy who will be planting our next campus of Lindsay Lane! We can't wait for the West Limestone community to meet him! The next 6-12 months are going to be wild! Join us on Sunday, Sept. 7th at 3 PM for our plant team interest meeting!

A true engineer in every sense of the word! Amanda doesn't know a lot of movie quotes nor does she listen to a lot of popular music, but she understands leadership! You might think as a process engineer she only understands data and numbers, but Amanda talks through our journey of learning what motivates people. A leader who can not only SEE the problems but can LEAD THROUGH the solutions? That's a great leader! She talks about SOOOOO many things that will be helpful for you no matter where and how you lead!

He's here! Lindsay Lane Christian Academy's new Head of School Robby Parker joins the guys this month to talk about his heart for education and leadership. There are some good nuggets of wisdom from this man who has spent 38 years in the school system climbing his way from a brand new teacher to being a superintendent! You will enjoy this discussion, especially the end as the conversation derails with the Rapid Fire questions... Enjoy!

The highest ranking military officer ever on the podcast! As a Colonel in the Army, Jerry got to do some really cool things and lead a lot of people! He shares some of those stories with the guys, but also drops some leadership wisdom when it comes to setting the tone for the organization as a leader, setting goals for employees, and the difficulties he now faces as a leader of volunteers at the East Campus. There are so many good things that you will enjoy as a leader in the church or the workplace! Listen to it at least twice!

The story of North Church-Elkmont (formerly Lindsay Lane North) being planted is an incredible testimony of God's faithfulness! The guys walk step by step, showing how this idea by a young youth pastor turned into a thriving church that is engaging and changing their community! There were moments where it was difficult, and even a moment where it almost didn't happen! You will want to listen to this one all the way through, maybe a couple times! Keep praying for Pastor Alan and North Church!

Buckle up! This interview is incredible as the guys talk with Athens High School football coach Cody Gross and Ardmore High School football coach Jonathan Snider. These two guys used to coach together and they tell great football stories but also talk about leading with your family, building culture, and investing in leaders. So many great takeaways for everyone, no matter your leadership position!

The first ever Hall of Famer to be on the podcast! Coach Chris Whitt had an incredible career as the Boys Basketball coach at Tanner High School and will be (was) inducted into the Limestone County Sports Hall of Fame on June 8, 2024. He shares some great stories and talks leadership, motivation, and communication. He even talks about what it was like with Pastor Andy John on his coaching staff! Good from beginning to end!

Anybody you know who has embalmed a body and delivered a baby before turning 16? Well now you do! This week, the guys interview Kenny Blythe, Sr. who did just that as he grew up actually LIVING IN a funeral home with his family. He later became one of the owners of two local funeral homes. He shares about protecting a culture through the hiring process, how covid-19 affected the funeral business, and how to run a business for profit while still being able to help people who need it. This is an interesting one!

All leaders face hurdles and difficulties in their leadership. That's a given! And sometimes, it can be difficult to get good advice or wisdom on how to deal with the problems... Welcome to this Q&A Christmas 2023 episode!!!! The guys received several questions from leaders and staff across all the campuses, and they do their best to provide quality discussion and insight on each one. They also goof off a whole lot! (That's also a given!) You will enjoy this one. If you would like to send in a question for our next Q&A episode, email us at [email protected]. And MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Where can hear about leadership, coaching basketball, and bee hives in one podcast? Only on this week's episode! The guys get to talk with the illustrious coach of the West Limestone Wildcats, Coach Justin Taylor. Coach Taylor talks about the role of motivation in leadership, the importance of team sports in today's culture, and how his church, Round Island Baptist Church, impacts his life and leadership. This one is a fun one! Laugh along and take some notes!