The Bottom Shelf Leadership Podcast

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...

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 departm...

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 n...

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...

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...

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...

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 E...

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 th...

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! G...

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,...

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 als...

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 lea...

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,...

She brought cupcakes! Dr. Kim Roberts, hands down the most thoughtful guest, also proves to be one of the most knowledgeable in regards to leadership! She is a professor who teaches the ins and outs of leadership theory to a rising generation. There are nuggets of gold ALL IN this episode! Also probably one of the funniest, as the pastors were in rare form... Get your notes out for this one!

Elkmont High School is in great hands with Mr. Aderholt as the principal! He is an incredible leader with laser focus! The guys really enjoyed spending time with him and talking leadership. They talk about the importance of personal routine, the need to be intentional with people, and how to measure success as you communicate vision. Take good notes on this one!  

If you ever drink the water out of Poplar Creek, you'll never leave!" That's the kind of one-liner you'll hear from the incredible local leader the guys interviewed this week! Judge Jerry Batts is a long-time friend and neighbor of Andy John's parents. He has served as a city attorney, municipal judge, and district judge all right here in and around Limestone County. The guys talk about the joys a...

The man, the myth, the legend, Pastor Dusty McLemore sits down with the guys in this ep! Pastor Dusty is currently the Pastor Emeritus at Lindsay Lane. He served as our Senior Pastor for nearly 30 years and retired in 2020. In the podcast, he discusses what it takes to make difficult decisions in leadership!

"It's my pleasure!" This week, the guys sit down with local business owner Matthew Kyle. He runs the Chick-fil-A here in Athens, AL. Matthew does a great a job of motivating and inspiring young leaders. He shares some insights on that and even talks about what he learned through transitioning during the Covid restrictions of 2020. 

Get out your notepad and pen today as you listen! Dr. Denver Betts drops organizational wisdom like crazy in this episode! The guys loved getting to sit down with him. And also, we said we would share Dr. Betts favorite band ConFunkShun with you! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUMUHNpheeI

The guys don't have a special guest this week! To kick off the new year, they recap some of the highlights from the 2022 interviews, talk about what it's been like starting a podcast, and share their favorite leadership nuggets of all time.

Talk about a guy who wears lots of hats! Kenny is a true entrepreneur who owns three businesses and pastors a growing church. We talked with him about rhythms, goal setting, and time management that allow him to do all that he does. However, we also talk about the season of rest that he was encouraged to take recently and what he recommends to leaders who want to be able to keep grinding long-term...

From sweeping floors in a sketchy warehouse to owning his own business, we get to hear the whole story of how Chuck's faith story has impacted his leadership. Chuck is the Owner/CEO of All Star Plumbers, Inc in Athens, AL and models everyday what servant leadership looks like. We talk about delegation of tasks and about how Chuck's dependence on God helps him lead such a large company.

A pastor's kid, rebounding machine, decorated coach, LOCAL LEGEND! These are just a few of the things we learn about Coach Candace. She got to come back to north Alabama where her basketball career first started as she became the head coach of the Calhoun Lady Warhawks. We talk with her about how she works to inspire her team and the role that inspiration plays in leadership.