Chrisley Confessions 2.0 – “Brutally Honest Advice (with Nanny Faye)”

PodcastOne | March 25, 2026
Host: Todd Chrisley
Special Guest: Nanny Faye Chrisley

Episode Overview

In this episode of Chrisley Confessions 2.0, Todd welcomes the beloved Nanny Faye for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation. Together, they dive into family humor, faith, generational differences, marriage advice, and the candid wisdom Nanny Faye is famous for. True to form, Nanny Faye shares stories from her past, blunt advice for younger generations, and her no-nonsense take on modern relationships—with plenty of laughs and memorable one-liners along the way.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Life Updates and Health Talk

• Todd’s Recovery from Surgery [02:17]

  • Todd details a rough bout with kidney stones, his aversion to water, and navigating health with Nanny Faye by his side.
  • Both share their dislike of drinking water despite doctors’ advice, leading to some classic Nanny Faye humor.
  • "If I eat some country ham, I can drink it, but I can’t eat that every day." – Nanny Faye [05:43]

• Family Dynamics with Julie and Savannah Away [06:54]

  • Todd and Nanny Faye discuss how the household has changed since Julie and Savannah have been away, with Nanny joking about newfound freedom and “Hazel the maid” energy.

Old-School Wisdom vs. Modern Life

• Advice for Relationships, Sex, and Marriage [08:42, 19:41, 22:04]

  • A listener favorite: Nanny Faye’s old-school perspective on courting, marriage, and intimacy draws questions and stories from the past.
  • Discussion on modesty, “waiting until marriage”, and the differences between generations’ approach to sex.
  • On her own marriage: "I didn’t always like him every day, but I loved him all the time." – Nanny Faye [12:29]

• The Importance of Give and Take in Marriage [12:10]

  • Nanny Faye emphasizes compromise and staying committed despite disagreements.
  • "Everything’s not a bed of roses. Because if you think getting married is going to make your life easier, nine out of ten times it’s not." – Nanny Faye

• Teaching Respect & Setting Expectations in Marriage [20:45]

  • Nanny stresses respecting your spouse and the effectiveness of the “silent treatment” over fighting.
  • "I still was a mother, I was still a wife. I did the chores that I supposed to do." – Nanny Faye

On Divorce and Dealbreakers

• When is Divorce Justified? [25:39, 27:14, 31:10]

  • Nanny Faye strongly believes in working through marital problems, except in cases of abuse or infidelity.
  • "Now, he should never put his hand on you in the first place. That is something he’s supposed to cherish..." – Nanny Faye [25:52]
  • On infidelity and “deal breakers”: "Coming in and mistreating me and my family and out here running around." [27:18]

• Critique of Modern Relationships (Throuples, Cheating, etc.) [31:28]

  • Nanny Faye doesn’t hold back on her views about non-traditional relationships, throuples, or anything outside her classic values:
  • "Well, there’s but two people in a marriage, so that third one needs to go. That’s all I can take." – Nanny Faye [31:57]

Generational Gap: Work Ethic, Women’s Roles, and Social Media

• Work Ethic & Gender Roles [26:09, 26:59]

  • Strong, heartfelt defense of “the greatest generation’s” work ethic and traditional values:
  • "I can outwork any of them right now." – Nanny Faye [26:28]
  • Addresses being labeled as “setting women back,” instead calling it pride in personal choices.

• Men, Women, and Changing Dynamics [32:33]

  • Discussion about shifts in male and female roles in families.
  • Nanny Faye: "Maybe they don’t earn it." (responding to "men don’t treat women with respect") [32:49]
  • On men: "He’s the head of the house...and if he’s not leading in the right direction, then things might need to change." [33:12–33:15]

• Social Media Boundaries [34:30]

  • Nanny Faye is adamant about not airing family grievances online:
  • "You should keep your stuff inside those four walls and work on it private." – Nanny Faye [34:42]

Family Ties and Legacy

• Love for Grandchildren and Future Generations [37:12, 41:24]

  • Warm stories about her relationship with grandchildren and hopes for future great-grandchildren.
  • "I have lied for you. I’ve stole for you. I’ve done everything for you. You owe me five minutes." – Nanny Faye [36:12]
  • Nanny Faye’s deep family loyalty and straightforward expectations for reciprocation.

• Reflections on Aging and Regret [42:19, 43:45]

  • If she could talk to her 30-year-old self, Nanny would tell her to get an education and perhaps become a nurse, but wouldn’t change her devotion to family.
  • "I would not change anything about my family at all...But as far as myself, I would do that for me." – Nanny Faye [43:45]

• Praise for Julie [45:10]

  • A very touching, sincere endorsement of Julie as both wife and daughter-in-law:
  • "She’s always been good to me...I don’t have anything that I could not write her the best." [48:51]

Classic Nanny Faye Moments

• Learning About "Queefing" [28:30–29:53]

  • A hilarious, unfiltered exchange where Todd introduces Nanny Faye to the term “queefing” and has her ask Siri for an explanation.
  • "Well, I believe I’d run to a doctor if I’d have done any such stuff as that." – Nanny Faye [28:45]
  • "Who in the heck would ever talk about such stuff as that? I wouldn’t waste my breath." [29:53]

• No Regrets About Being a Lady [18:31]

  • "No, I’ve never wished that. Never even thought about that." – On ever wishing to be “a little trashier.” [18:40]

• On Grandkids Visiting [50:08]

  • "The day I gotta ask, I won’t be coming." – Regarding never needing an invitation to her kids’ homes.

• ‘Silent Treatment’ as a Power Play [20:49]

  • "Yeah, that worked best for me. Not talking...And that way I didn’t have to say that I’m sorry." – Nanny Faye

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• "If I drank one of them [protein shakes], hell, I would really outwork all y’all." – Nanny Faye [01:33]
• "If I eat some country ham, I can drink it, but I can’t eat that every day." – Nanny Faye [05:43]
• "I was a virgin." – Nanny Faye [09:35]
• "Everything’s not a bed of roses. If you think getting married is going to make your life easier, nine out of ten times it’s not." – Nanny Faye [12:10]
• "I didn’t always like him every day, but I loved him all the time." – Nanny Faye [12:29]
• "Lord, Todd. I’m not talking about stuff like that." – Nanny Faye [09:55]
• "He’s the head of the house...But if he’s not leading in the right direction, then things might need to change." – Nanny Faye [33:12]
• "I have lied for you. I’ve stole for you. I’ve done everything for you. You owe me five minutes." – Nanny Faye [36:12]
• "Well, there’s but two people in a marriage, so that third one needs to go." – On throuples [31:57]
• "You should keep your stuff inside those four walls and work on it private." – On social media [34:42]

Advice & Takeaways for Listeners

• Marriage is Hard Work: Stick with it unless there’s abuse or repeated infidelity, and don’t be quick to walk out over anger.
• Value and Respect: Respect is a two-way street in marriage; silent treatment can sometimes be more peaceful than confrontation.
• Family Above All: Family loyalty and taking care of one’s own remains paramount for Nanny Faye.
• Social Media Boundaries: Not everything deserves to be shared online; keep family business private.
• No Shame in Traditional Values: Be proud of the work ethic and values handed down, even if times have changed.

Closing Thoughts

The conversation wraps up with Todd and Nanny Faye expressing gratitude, humor, and mutual respect. As always, Nanny’s wisdom (and sass) shines through, leaving listeners with encouragement to “be as good as you can be,” pray for others, and place family first—while never being afraid to speak your mind.

Useful For:

• Fans of Chrisley Confessions and the Chrisley family
• Listeners seeking real, old-school advice on marriage and life
• Anyone who enjoys multi-generational banter, Southern humor, and hard-won wisdom

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