Lead Like a Shepherd: A Conversation with Nick Westbrook

Before her election as Georgia’s next governor, Keisha Lance Bottoms joined me for a conversation about leadership, resilience, and the everyday concerns of Georgia families.Originally aired in May 2026, this episode of Conversations with Daisy Jones features then-gubernatorial candidate and former Atlanta Mayor Bottoms, now Georgia’s governor-elect. She reflects on leading Atlanta through crisis and discusses the priorities she hoped to bring to state government.We talk about affordable housing, property taxes, Medicaid expansion, rural healthcare, mental health resources, and support for small businesses, with particular attention to coastal Georgia. Bottoms also shares her perspective on working across political differences and helping people live with dignity.And before we get into the issues, we discover a personal connection: we’re both Florida A&M University Rattlers!Revisit this conversation for a look at the experiences and priorities Bottoms discussed on her path to the governor’s office.Leave me a comment and follow to stay connected.#ConversationsWithDaisyJones #KeishaLanceBottoms #GeorgiaGovernorElect #GeorgiaPolitics #Leadership #lifeinmotion#FAMU

Each October, I sit down with a breast cancer survivor to share their story.In this episode, I’m joined by Jackqulyn Camon, a Jacksonville, Florida, native, proud mother and grandmother, and hairstylist with 38 years of experience.Following a routine annual mammogram, Jackqulyn was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in July 2023. She shares the emotional toll of that diagnosis and her experience with 12 weeks of intensive chemotherapy, hair loss, and a nine-hour bilateral mastectomy and reconstruction surgery.Jackqulyn speaks candidly about the faith and family support that sustained her, including encouragement from her young grandson. Now cancer-free, she reflects on how her experience inspired her to advocate for other women facing breast cancer.Episode Highlights• Diagnosis and Early Detection: Her routine mammogram and the diagnosis that changed her life.• The Treatment Journey: Preparing mentally, physically, and spiritually for chemotherapy and major surgery.• Family and Faith: Finding strength through prayer and honest conversations with loved ones.• Life After Cancer: Discovering new purpose, encouraging women to “fight to live,” and reminding others they do not have to face cancer alone.Whether you are a survivor, undergoing treatment, or supporting a loved one, this conversation offers encouragement and a personal perspective on facing breast cancer with faith, resilience, and community.Follow Conversations with Daisy Jones on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app. Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement, and leave a rating or review.

Who knew a few packets of basil seeds could turn into something so delicious?In this spontaneous episode of Conversations with Daisy Jones: Life in Motion, I’m joined by my husband, Nathan (aka Farmer Jones), and my sister, Carmelita Terry, for a fun, flavorful family conversation about gardening, cooking, creativity, and making the most of what you have.Nathan shares how he grows basil , why he plants so much of it, and how an abundant harvest inspired him to make homemade basil salt. Carmelita puts it to the taste test, and before we know it, we’re imagining everything from seasoned fries and scrambled eggs to shrimp, fish, and chicken!We laugh, exchange ideas, and discover a simple lesson in a jar of seasoning: Sometimes creativity begins with recognizing the possibilities in what you already have.It’s an unscripted conversation filled with family, food, laughter, and a little inspiration. Just the way I like it!Pull up a chair and join the conversation.And remember, in these days of ever-evolving technology, a genuine conversation is still the most powerful communication on the planet.Leave a comment! Like and follow for more!Here’s a recipe: https://www.delishknowledge.com/basil-salt/#ConversationsWithDaisyJones #LifeInMotion #FarmerJones #BasilSalt #HomeGardening #FoodAndFamily

“We Ain’t Dead Yet” is more than a mindset. It’s a reminder that purpose, growth, and fruitfulness have no expiration date.In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sheron Patterson, author, speaker, retired pastor, breast cancer survivor, and America’s voice for faith and healthy aging. We talk about staying active, building strength, and practicing self-control in daily life. We also explore how technology and social media algorithms affect our focus and spiritual clarity, why biblical literacy matters, and how clear communication can strengthen our relationships.And we laughed a lot. That laughter was good medicine, too. Dr. Patterson shared wisdom about facing life with courage, avoiding arguments that become “historical or hysterical,” and supporting one another with love.What’s your take away from this conversation? Drop a comment. Like, Follow and share. Turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation.#WeAintDeadYet #HealthyAging #BreastCancerSurvivor #LifeInMotion #ConversationsWithDaisyJoneswww.conversationswithdaisyjones.com

In this episode, we again make room for the man who struggles to explain what he’s carrying and for the people who want to understand him. This is an invitation to begin a conversation that goes beyond the usual answer.Daisy and Psychotherapist Dr. Joshua P. Smith explore men’s mental health, depression that can go unrecognized, and the conversations that matter in suicide prevention. They discuss the pressure to appear strong, the difficulty of asking for help, and how faith and professional care can work together.He’s still going to work, answering calls, and showing up for everyone. But how is he really doing, and does he feel safe enough to tell someone?Listen to explore:​How anger, withdrawal, and constant work can sometimes mask depression.​What “just pray about it” can leave unaddressed.​Recognizing suicide warning signs and asking direct, compassionate questions about suicidal thoughts.​Supporting men without expecting them to carry everyone else.​Making room for emotional well-being amid family, ministry, and career responsibilities. If you or someone you love needs support, call or text 988 in the United States to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available 24/7.Did you enjoy the conversation? Follow Conversations with Daisy Jones – Life in Motion, and share this episode with someone you care about. Your share could help start a conversation they’ve been struggling to have.www.conversationswithdaisyjones.com

In this episode of Conversations with Daisy Jones, I sit down with Liberty County Kiwanis Club President-Elect John Reith and Public Relations Manager Tina Kitchens to discuss their work supporting children and adults with special needs and their families.We talk about plans for an inclusive playground at Irene B. Thomas Park, the literacy epidemic affecting children across the nation, and the importance of building communities where people of all abilities are welcomed and included.The conversation became especially emotional when I shared about my own sister, who is in her 60s and has multiple special needs. For families like mine, inclusion is personal, lifelong, and deeply connected to dignity, belonging, and quality of life.Pull up a chair and join the conversation.Follow for more conversations.#ConversationsWithDaisyJones#InclusiveCommunities #SpecialNeedsFamilies

On this episode of Conversations with Daisy Jones, I sit down with Ed and Tiffany Rahming, two retired Army Chief Warrant Officers, for a remarkably intimate conversation about marriage, family, faith and Raising Disciples.But we start where I love to start, with their story.Ed and Tiffany take us back to when they first met as two young enlisted soldiers serving on active duty. We talk about their journey toward marriage and the conversations they had early on about family, children and how they wanted to raise them.And today, their household is full.They have two daughters together, and they are also raising two nieces as their own. Their youngest is five and has been in their care since she was a baby. Their oldest, a 41-year-old niece with special needs, is also part of their household and family life.Add to that Ed’s life as a business owner, and you begin to understand why this conversation about raising disciples is about much more than parenting.Ed shares some deeply personal thoughts about fatherhood and family that I believe will resonate with many people. We talk about faith, discipline, grace, responsibility, marriage, the influence of culture, and what it means to prepare children to eventually live out their own relationship with God.This is a beautiful and very personal conversation about the family Ed and Tiffany have built, the family they continue to raise, and the faith that guides them.You know it all started on the radio in 2016? Listen to Conversations with Daisy Jones on Saturdays at 12:00 PM EST and Mondays at 3:00 PM EST on 106.3 WHNL FM and 94.9 WOAH FM.Follow Conversations with Daisy Jones on Spotify to hear this conversation and catch all of my conversations.A Woman of Clarity is Daisy’s newest book. Order it today where books are sold. www. conversationswithdaisyjones.com#ConversationsWithDaisyJones#LifeInMotion

What does it mean to lead people well? How do you create a culture where people can grow and thrive? And what does it take to develop young people not just to do a job, but to become leaders themselves?In this episode of Life in Motion | Conversations with Daisy Jones, I’m talking with Nick Westbrook, Chick-fil-A Owner-Operator, former head football coach, speaker, podcast host, and creator of the Shepherd Leadership Framework.We started with leadership, but as good conversations often do, we went much further…and deeper!Nick shares his perspective on leading like a shepherd, developing people, building strong teams, and creating a culture where people have the opportunity to thrive.And then there are those two words so many of us associate with Chick-fil-A: “My pleasure.”We talk about those too, including the philosophy behind creating a culture where service is more than something people are simply told to do.Nick’s journey from coaching football to sales to becoming a Chick-fil-A Owner-Operator gives him an interesting perspective on people, teams, influence, and leadership. He also gives us a preview of his new book coming in January 2027.Whether you lead at work, at home, in your community, or are simply thinking about the influence you have on the people around you, there’s something in this conversation for you.You’re going to enjoy it!#LifeInMotion #ConversationsWithDaisyJones #LeadLikeAShepherd More from Conversations with Daisy Jones: www.conversationswithdaisyjones.com

At 89, She’s Still Moving Forward: Vonciel Bedgood’s Life in MotionWhat keeps a person engaged with life at 89?Vonciel Bedgood has spent decades caring for people, serving her community, honoring veterans, building relationships, and finding reasons to keep going. But this conversation is not simply about everything she has accomplished. It is about a life that continues to move.Daisy Jones talks with Mrs. Bedgood about where she has been, what she has learned, the people and experiences that shaped her, and what keeps her connected to life and purpose today.Her story offers something worth considering at any age: life keeps giving us opportunities to learn, contribute, care, and become interested in what comes next.This is Life in Motion.www.conversationswithdaisyjones.com#LifeInMotion #ConversationsWithDaisyJones #VoncielBedgood #ActiveAging #PurposefulLiving

What does conversation have to do with the success of a small business? In the beauty industry, quite a bit.In this episode of Conversations with Daisy Jones, I sit down with Kernesheia Wright, Savannah salon owner and founder of the Elite Beauty Summit, for a different perspective on beauty, business, customer service, and communication.As the owner of Flawless Hair Studio & Design, Kernesheia understands that running a beauty business involves much more than providing a great service. Beauty professionals and barbers spend significant time with their clients, and conversation naturally becomes part of the experience. Clients talk about their families, careers, relationships, challenges, celebrations, and sometimes very personal situations.But where are the boundaries?Kernesheia turns the tables and asks me questions about the conversations that happen between beauty professionals and their clients. We explore how those exchanges can influence trust, customer loyalty, professionalism, reputation, and the overall experience of doing business with someone.We also discuss customer service, the realities of small-business ownership, and why communication deserves attention as a business skill, particularly in an industry built around recurring, one-on-one relationships.And we talk about the why behind the Elite Beauty Summit, Kernesheia’s vision for bringing beauty professionals, entrepreneurs, brands, and industry voices together in Savannah to build connections and create opportunities for growth.This conversation looks at the beauty business from a different perspective: the business that happens through conversation.#ConversationsWithDaisyJones #EliteBeautySummit #SmallBusiness #SalonOwner #BeautyProfessionals #Barbers #CustomerService #BusinessCommunication #Entrepreneurship #SavannahGA