"It's not who you are when the badge is on. It's who you become when the badge comes off that really shows your leadership."

Notable Moments

04:52 – Chip reflects on being recognized from “Kansas City SWAT”

13:25 – How insecurity and hardship shaped Chip’s family’s drive

18:33 – Why law enforcement became Chip’s path to service

23:05 – Transitioning leadership experience beyond law enforcement

30:07 – How defensive tactics teach problem solving under stress

35:09 – Practical advice for journaling, reflection, and staying curious

40:49 – Arbinger’s podcast “Leading Outward”

Chip Huth, retired Kansas City Police Major and current Arbinger Institute consultant, joins Jody Maberry to share how 30 years of real-world leadership became the foundation for a new chapter of service. From growing up in adversity to becoming a trusted voice in organizational leadership, Chip offers wisdom on turning insecurity into strength, journaling for self-awareness, and how solving problems under pressure becomes a superpower in any field.

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"It's not magic that makes it work. It's the way we work that makes it magic."

Notable Moments

[01:10] – Living List travel destinations: Australia and Austria

[04:50] – What makes Disney’s people and operations so special

[09:29] – The quote I live by: “Do your best and forgive yourself.”

[11:10] – Pushing my limits: rafting in Chile with DeJuan Rivers

[13:18] – Final thoughts on bold moves and great stories

Denella Ri'chard returns with three questions that guide our conversation to conversation about dream destinations, life lessons from Disney, and pen pals turned lifelong friends. I share my thoughts on how operational excellence makes the magic, what Austria means to me, and why the quote “Do your best and forgive yourself” keeps showing up in my life. We also talk about facing fears, bold moves, and the surprising connection between theme parks and national parks.

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“You never know where God is going to take you. But embrace the moments. Even in times of change, when it may seem hard, just be open-minded and pivot, rebuild, move forward."

Notable Moments
[00:02:38] – Denella’s career collapse during the 2020 cruise industry shutdown
[00:05:34] – Launching her travel show from scratch
[00:09:18] – Advice on reinventing yourself
[00:11:54] – Personal branding and career resilience
[00:17:09] – The importance of sales skills for entrepreneurs
[00:19:28] – How “Traveling with Denella” episodes come together
[00:25:06] – Launching her children’s coloring book and travel journal
[00:33:00] – Stories of pushing personal limits through travel
[00:35:31] – How travel connects us all

After the cruise industry shut down in 2020, Denella Ri’chard lost her job and faced a major life crossroads. In this episode, joins Jody Maberry to share how she used that moment to rebuild her career by reigniting her broadcast background and launching the syndicated TV show “Traveling with Denella.” She talks about building a brand, finding purpose in uncertainty, and the steps to remaking yourself. Denella also shares her latest passion projects, including a children’s travel-themed coloring book and a faith-based travel journal called “Traveling Grace.” Her story is a reminder that with movement, belief, and connection, it’s possible to rise stronger than ever.

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