Car Queens

Episode 28 is live! 🎙️

Only two more episodes until Season 3, and the Car Queens are getting into the good stuff. Braeden and Julia sit down to break down the tools and processes we actually use at the dealership—and how they truly help our customers.

They dive into ClearCar, something new we’ve started using, and explain how it gives customers a clearer, more accurate trade-in value. The girls also talk through negative equity, new year interest rates, and the key things everyone should understand before buying a car.

If you’re thinking about buying, trading, or just want to be more informed, this episode is a must.

Tune in now! 🚗👑

This week, it’s a Car KING kind of week! 🚗👑
Brian Johnson, husband of our Queen Jamie Johnson, sits down with his longtime friend and mentor in the automotive industry, Dicky. One of Brian’s oldest friends, Dicky has been there through it all. In this episode, they reminisce on old times, their shared history, the automotive world, where things are today, and all that good stuff. Emily kicks off the questions, and the boys deliver the answers.
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Wrapping up 2025 the best way we know how 🎙️✨ The Car Queen girls are in the Drive Crescent studio reflecting on an incredible year — from the cars we sold together, to our favorite moments, and how much our Crescent family has grown.

We’re so grateful for everyone who made this year what it was. 2025 was amazing, and 2026 is already looking even brighter. 💙🚗 Happy New Year from all of us at Drive Crescent! 🎉

The Car Queen herself, Jamie Johnson, sits down with the unforgettable Jane Jenkins Herlong — former Miss South Carolina, Miss America runner-up, bestselling author, gifted storyteller, and bona fide Southern comedian. Jane graces this week’s episode with her signature blend of heart and humor, opening up about her winding path into writing, comedy, and public speaking; her memorable college years; and what it was like raising her kids in the middle of it all.

Jane’s stories are laugh-out-loud funny, deeply inspiring, and soaked in Southern charm. Her wisdom, wit, and down-to-earth honesty make her one of a kind. Trust us — you don’t want to miss this one. Tune in now!

Merry Christmas Eve! 🎄✨
Today, three of our Car Queens—Julia, Jamie, and Emily—join us in the Drive Crescent studio for a heartfelt holiday episode. The girls dive into all things Christmas, from the magic of the season and what’s happening around Crescent to gratitude and some of their favorite Christmas memories as a team. Jamie shares a meaningful reminder to slow down during the holidays, truly admire the season, and cherish the special moments with the people who matter most—without rushing what’s important.

From all of us at Crescent, Merry Christmas! 🎅❤️

Jamie Johnson sits down with Ashley Murphy in the Drive Crescent studio!

Meet Ashley — business owner, Christ follower, mother, and the heart behind ABĒCA Naturals, a holistic herbal medicine company rooted in quality and purpose.

In this episode, Ashley opens up about her journey into entrepreneurship and the life-changing moment that led her to the Lord. She shares how Jesus Christ met her right where she was, transformed her life, and welcomed her into a love unlike anything she had ever known.

Since that encounter, Ashley’s life has been nothing short of extraordinary. Her story of faith, renewal, and calling shines a powerful light on who she is today — not just as a business owner, but as a woman led by God’s grace.

Tune in, because Ashley’s testimony is one you won’t want to miss.

Season 2, Episode 22 is here! 👑🚗

This week, Car Queens Braeden and Julia sit down to break down the changes happening across the automotive industry. As big franchises shift toward streamlined online buying, something important is getting lost—the personal connection customers truly want. At Crescent, we do things differently. We believe in treating our customers like family and delivering a fully personalized car-buying experience, every single time.

To wrap it up, the girls answer more of your listener questions and give real, honest insight you won’t hear anywhere else.

Tune in—this is a good one ◡̈

⚠️ 18+ ONLY — Listener Discretion Advised

Part 2 is HERE, Queens! 🌙👑✨

Jamie continues her powerful conversation with Roni Newsome — an Augusta native with a story that will shake you, inspire you, and remind you that God never lets go.

In this episode, Roni opens up even deeper about the sacrifices she made as a mother, her fierce love for her children, and the strength it took to finally walk away from her abuser. She shares raw truths about how life’s pain impacted her addiction journey, the battles she faced, and the multiple times she fought to get clean.

This chapter of her story is emotional, real, and full of redemption. Roni’s testimony shows that even in the darkest moments, God had her the whole time. 🤍

Tune in to hear the rest of her incredible journey.

This Wednesday, Braeden and Julia sit down to share their personal and professional goals for the upcoming new year — a season of fresh starts, big dreams, and taking action.

They answer more of your listener questions and break down the important changes coming to the car-financing world. If you’re thinking about grabbing a 2019 model, now’s your moment! Before 2026 hits, it’s still eligible for an 84-month payment plan. Once the new year rolls in, only 2020 and newer vehicles will qualify.

Informative, inspiring, and full of Car Queen insight — this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 

This episode dives into the raw, unfiltered truth of addiction and survival. Listener discretion is strongly advised: discussions include abuse, drug addiction, abortion, and other heavy topics.

Jamie Johnson sits down with Roni, an Augusta native with a story you have to hear to believe. Roni has lived through abuse, addiction, and some of life’s darkest moments — yet she has rebuilt her world with strength, faith, and resilience. Today, she stands as a survivor, a mother, a wife, and a believer in God.

This episode is emotional, honest, and incredibly real. We are beyond grateful to have Roni share her journey with us — and we are so proud of the woman she’s become. 💛