Nick hosts David Newson, a multifaceted entrepreneur who's been a cosmetologist since 1985, radio host, singer-songwriter, and ordained minister. David shares how his faith integrates into every aspect of his business and life, from his hair salon chair to his weekly radio show "Destiny" on KCRO. The conversation explores reinvention, using your gifts to serve others, and building community through authentic media.
- How David uses his cosmetology chair as a ministry platform to affirm and counsel clients
- The transition from survival mode to giving yourself away as you mature in business
- Why David started his radio show "Destiny" to showcase positive community stories
- The importance of staying ready so you don't have to get ready when opportunities arise
- How to navigate physical demands of long-term service careers while maintaining excellence
- The power of authentic media versus mainstream sources people no longer trust
- Why your gift will make room for you anywhere when the opportunity presents itself
- The balance between using your talents and getting out of God's way to let Him work
Resources and People Mentioned:
- KCRO Radio Station
- "Destiny" radio show (Wednesdays 5pm, replays 6am)
- David Newson Senior Facebook page
- AJDW Conversations podcast on Spotify
- John Ewing (Omaha Mayor)
- Lavanya Goodwin (City Council)
- Mad Dads organization with Daniel Lyle
- Royalty Roofing and Siding (podcast sponsor)
Chapters
- (00:00:00) - Nick & Nick: Special Guest
- (00:01:12) - Nick and Nick: Musicians Growing Up
- (00:03:36) - Pentecostal Songs
- (00:05:35) - How Ministry Crosses Into Your Business
- (00:09:04) - A Cosmetologist's Strategy for Personal Growth
- (00:13:25) - "Your gift will make room for you..."
- (00:13:47) - What's Your Gift?
- (00:17:27) - Show Up
- (00:21:20) - Destiny on the Radio
- (00:24:29) - In the Elevator With Steve Jobs
- (00:25:00) - David Newson on His Destiny Radio Show
- (00:25:40) - What's Driving the Positive Podcast?
- (00:27:37) - Omaha mayoral candidate on social issues
- (00:30:56) - How Do You Measure Your Impact on the People?
- (00:35:25) - Earth, Wind and Fire Concert
- (00:37:39) - Mad Dads: Daniel Lyle Coming to the Show
- (00:41:52) - Go to the Rock: Growing in Faith
- (00:45:54) - Growth in the World
- (00:46:42) - Cosmetologists on Leading with Christ
- (00:51:02) - Let My Gift Be Used
- (00:51:50) - Social Media and the Need to Support Media
- (00:55:42) - Male Concerns for Women
- (00:59:04) - Self-Realization
- (01:02:08) - God's Plan for Me at 65
- (01:06:11) - A Man's Search for His Wife
