Chrisley Confessions 2.0

Episode: Secrets To Staying Young (feat. Nanny Faye)

Release Date: November 26, 2025
Host: Julie Chrisley (joined by Nanny Faye)
Podcast: Chrisley Confessions 2.0 (PodcastOne)

Main Theme & Overview

In this heartfelt and humorous episode, Julie Chrisley sits down for an intimate conversation with Nanny Faye (Todd’s mother and family matriarch) about the secrets to staying young, family bonds, generational values, faith, and maintaining a positive attitude through adversity. With Todd away for this episode, the two women share unfiltered stories, life advice, and family updates, offering listeners an authentic look at what keeps them going strong—physical health, community, gratitude, and love.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Joy of Female Bonding (00:01–01:16)

• Julie expresses gratitude for having this time alone with Nanny Faye, without Todd's “stress,” leading to more relaxed and open conversation.
• Nanny humorously admits that Todd “likes to get me all spun up to see what I'm going to say” (00:31), but relishes the opportunity to talk just with Julie.

2. Attitude and Longevity (01:18–04:11)

• Julie praises Nanny’s health and optimism, highlighting how attitude is key:

  "Your attitude, I feel like, is part of that reason...even when you don't feel like it, you still get up and go." (01:57)

• Nanny credits her positivity and faith, saying:

  "I always get up with a smile on my face and love in my heart...I'm not going to let the devil win." (02:16)

• At 81, Nanny plans to “turn in her license at 100” but isn't slowing down yet.

3. Generational Roles & Family Dynamics (04:11–06:14)

• They discuss Todd as a “full-time job,” and how he’s becoming more like his dad:

  "The older he gets, the more like his dad he becomes...he's needy and very stuck in his ways." (04:27)

• Nanny and Julie bond over their shared love for social outings and meeting people, while Todd and Chloe prefer staying home:

  “Me and you like to get out and have an adventure.” (05:01)

4. Finding Friendship & Support Later in Life (06:14–08:29)

• Nanny explains her newfound joy in later-life friendships and the support she received from friends during difficult times:

  “Without my friends and God, I say, I would never have made this.” (06:43)

• Julie underscores how these connections became a blessing when she couldn’t be there for Nanny.

5. How the TV Show Changed Things (08:29–10:49)

• Julie credits Chrisley Knows Best for opening up Nanny’s world:

  "That was really outside your comfort zone...but it let people see another side of you." (08:29)

• Nanny reminisces about her years spent working and caregiving, not having time for fun until later in life.

6. Work Ethic Across Generations (10:49–13:28)

• Nanny recounts raising children, caring for relatives, and even working after retirement (“forever. And I love it. I want to get a job now.” [10:49]), reflecting the family’s strong, lifelong work ethic.

7. Lessons from the Chrisley Women (13:28–17:19)

• Julie highlights Nanny’s reputation as a beloved daughter-in-law and family caretaker, attributing her blessings—including overcoming bladder cancer—to this loving dedication and positive attitude.
• Julie also opens up about her own cancer journey, comparing its personal toll to the trauma of going through their recent legal trial:

  “At the end of the day, I can control my attitude. I can't control what I do.” (16:31)

8. Health, Genetics, and Diet (17:19–21:09)

• The duo marvel at Nanny’s health: no medications at 81—not even Tylenol.
• Storytime: Nanny shocked hospital staff with her lack of prescriptions.
• They discuss how Nanny grew up eating whole foods from her family's farm, contrasting modern health with that of her generation:

  “Back in my day, people weren’t sick like they are today…people just literally worked till they just fell out.” (19:29)

• Genetics and honest eating versus strict dietary rules and hereditary health challenges are explored.

9. Passing on Values to the Next Generation (21:09–29:24)

• Nanny and Julie talk about Chloe turning 13 and the special bond she’s developed with her great-grandmother, especially during Julie’s absence:

  “One takeaway...is the bond that you and Chloe have established...so many kids don’t even get to have a relationship with their grandparent, let alone a great grandparent.” (25:25)

• Nanny emphasizes kindness and simple integrity, relaying the daily school send-off: “Be good, be kind. Doesn't cost you anything, and I love you.” (24:41)
• Chloe is described as mature, capable, and responsible, even helping her older brother wake up for school.

10. Generational Work Ethic & Critique of Modern ‘Bedrot’ Culture (29:24–35:29)

• Discussion turns to younger generations’ tendency to “rot in bed,” in stark contrast to the Chrisleys’ unflagging productivity:

  “...these younger kids...it's like they're just rotting in bed...doing absolutely nothing, nothing productive. And it just amazes me.” (33:05)

• Nanny outlines her active daily routine, credits never napping with her continued vigor, and worries about becoming too sedentary.

11. Staying Young at Heart (35:29–39:35)

• Julie credits Nanny’s refusal to let age define her:

  “So many people, they lean into their age...But I think that's why [you're active].” (35:40)

• Memorable anecdote: Nanny outlasts her grandsons during a casino trip, staying up all night in her 70s (36:23–38:06).
• Nanny shares her gratitude and nightly prayers:

  “I always say my prayers and ask God if I've said anything wrong or did anything wrong to forgive me and help me to be a better person.” (38:20)

12. Kindness, Empathy, and Wisdom (39:04–44:03)

• Nanny’s golden rule:

  “Be kind, be good. Because you know what, that person that you meet today, if you say, hey, how you doing?...it can turn somebody's day around.” (39:08)

• Julie reflects on this in her prison experience, valuing the compliment that she remained the same considerate person inside and out.
• As the holidays approach, Julie implores listeners to be mindful of those without family or support.

13. Parental Authority and Independence (43:08–46:02)

• Nanny lays down her philosophy on parenting and staying in charge:

  “Be a parent, don’t be your friend. I don’t like you most of the time, but I love you all the time. But I’ve already said no, right? And I said, and I’m not changing my mind.” (43:08)

• Nanny asserts lasting independence—even regarding her own health and future care decisions:

  “I’m the mama...I’ve already forgotten more than y'all gonna ever know...so I know more than you do, right?” (44:08) “As long as I know my birthday, nobody can ever be in control of me.” (45:07)

14. Living Life Fully, Together (46:02–46:26)

• Julie and Nanny reaffirm their commitment to sharing adventures “till we can’t do it,” cherishing every moment.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On attitude and faith:

  "I always get up with a smile on my face and love in my heart...I'm not going to let the devil win." — Nanny Faye (02:16)

• On independence:

  “I'm gonna do it till I got my eyes closed.” — Nanny Faye on living fully (46:21)

• On parenting:

  “Be a parent, don’t be your friend. I don’t like you most of the time, but I love you all the time. But I’ve already said no.” — Nanny Faye (43:08)

• On kindness:

  "Be kind, be good. Because you know what, that person that you meet today...can turn somebody’s day around.” — Nanny Faye (39:08)

• Casino story:

  “I’ll be up there in a little bit.” Chad and Nick go to bed, return in the morning; Nanny is still at the same table. (36:57–38:06)

Timestamps for Key Sections

• 00:01–01:16: Setting the stage, girls’ day on the podcast
• 01:18–04:11: Secrets to Nanny’s longevity and mental attitude
• 06:14–08:29: The importance of social support in later life
• 08:29–10:49: How Chrisley Knows Best changed Nanny Faye’s life
• 13:28–17:19: Health battles and how attitude helped overcome them
• 19:29–21:09: Diet, genetics, and generational health
• 23:36–29:24: The special bond between Nanny and Chloe
• 33:05–35:29: Critique of modern “bedrot” culture and importance of activity
• 36:23–38:06: The all-night casino story
• 39:04–44:03: The enduring value of kindness and empathy
• 43:08–46:02: Parent-child relationships and maintaining authority
• 46:02–46:26: Living life to the fullest, together

Tone & Style

The episode is filled with real warmth, humor, and Southern charm. Both Julie and Nanny Faye are candid, offering insights wrapped in wit and down-home wisdom. The conversation is lighthearted but deeply sincere, emphasizing family, resilience, faith, and gratitude while poking fun at each other and sharing plenty of playful banter.

Summary for New Listeners

This episode of Chrisley Confessions 2.0 showcases the indomitable spirit and enduring humor of the Chrisley women. Julie and Nanny Faye open up about what it really means to stay young—faith, purpose, kindness, friendships, staying busy, and never leaning into age. Listeners walk away with laughs, life lessons, and a reminder that “being kind doesn’t cost you anything.”

Closing Words:

"Be good, be kind. It don't cost you anything." — Nanny Faye (46:43)