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 heath@lindsaylane.org. 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!

You will learn about leadership and 90s technology in this incredible discussion with First National Bank Executive Vice President and Manager of North Alabama Operations Jeff Hodges. Jeff is a "community man" who loves giving back to his hometown and investing in others. The guys have a little too much fun on this one, but in the midst of the laughs, they discuss leading in difficult situations, communicating change, modeling to earn respect, and several other things. This is one to listen to a couple times!