The best advice on shoes is DO NOT TAKE ADVICE ON SHOES! Your foot may or may not be the same as the one of the guy making shoe recommendations. Go to a running shoe store and get fitted (not just measured) for the correct shoe based on your pronation factor. If you tend to overpronate or otherwise need some stability, most shoes for basketball or cross training (the ones sold at ref supply places) will work fine. This type of foot doesn't need substantial cushioning since the foot folds in when you walk/run. If you are neutral or a supinator (fewer than 20% are like this, but I'm in that group), you will have a more difficult time finding a shoe that has sufficient cushioning. Depending on your age and other factors, you may be able to get by on the above mentioned shoes, but you may also need a running shoe similar to what I have to wear.
My point is that if joeblow says "Nike ... works well for me," then say, "glad to hear" and move on. We can't blame these guys since they are only trying to be helpful, but shoe choices are intently personal.