"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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“Sometimes the best dreams are the ones you didn’t know to dream.”

Notable Moments

00:42 – Favorite memory as a park ranger
02:23 – Top podcast guest experiences
05:47 – Dream projects and the limits of our imagination
08:18 – The value of learning something you don’t understand
09:57 – Quantum physics and expanding your thinking
10:37 – Ken’s approach to researching for documentary films
12:05 – Using AI to prepare for interviews
13:42 – Where to connect with Ken Kebow

Filmmaker Ken Kebow returns to turn the tables and interview Jody Maberry with three personal questions. Jody shares a favorite ranger memory, a special guest experience, and how a surprise expedition to Chile reshaped his idea of dreaming big. The conversation explores curiosity, podcasting, research, quantum physics, and the importance of staying open to the unknown.

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The Whimsical Imagineer - The Story Of Rolly Crump

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“When someone is gone, their stories are gone with them. Capture them while you can.”

Notable Moments

01:35 — How Ken met and filmed Disney Imagineer Rolly Crump

03:50 — Editing choices when your subject has endless stories

06:20 — The lost stories we regret not recording

09:42 — Ken’s new film on Universal Monsters and how he shaped its story

14:48 — The power of pre-interviews and the “pregnant pause” for better storytelling

25:53 — Emotional connection: the secret ingredient of a great story

28:11 — Monsters are back: why Ken’s timing is perfect

Stories connect us, spark emotion, and build memories that last. Filmmaker Ken Kebow knows a thing or two about telling unforgettable stories through film. We explore his time with Disney Imagineer Rolly Crump, his new Universal Monsters documentary, and the art of letting people talk until the real magic appears. Ken shares tips for better storytelling, including the value of silence. We also swap stories about the ones that got away. This conversation will have you reaching for your recorder to preserve the stories that matter most.

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The Whimsical Imagineer - The Story Of Rolly Crump

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"It’s not just about the ride. It’s the story, the operations, the people in blue shirts picking up trash. That’s the magic."

Jason Surrell returns to flip the script and ask me three questions. Our conversation pulled back the curtain on why themed entertainment has captured my curiosity and professional heart. We also talk about my favorite attraction, Flights of Passage. The storytelling embedded in Pandora is a masterclass in immersive design. Jason also got me to talk about Magic Press, the publishing imprint I run through Morgan James. We’ve got exciting projects ahead, including one I’ve long promised: my own book.

Behind every attraction or book is a story. In fact, sometimes that story is the experience itself.

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[00:00] Jason Surrell returns for Three Questions

[00:01:13] How Jody got into themed entertainment

[00:02:41] Favorite attraction thanks to its immersive design

[00:07:42] The vision and future of Magic Press

[00:10:09] Progress (or not) on Jody’s own book

[00:12:40] Jason’s upcoming books and collaborations

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"You’re not just putting a mark on a page; you’re betting on yourself."

Notable Moments

03:50 – Origin story of Epic Universe development

06:57 – Designing IP-based lands and the role of Celestial Park

09:54 – Favorite finished experiences in Epic Universe

13:01 – Creating the How to Train Your Dragon land

14:40 – How every past job informed Jason’s future work

20:12 – Career growth through risk and taking a chance on yourself

26:41 – Writing The Haunted Mansion book and pitching Disney

31:43 – The backstory of Pirates of the Caribbean book

Jody Maberry welcomes Jason Surrell, originating creative director for Epic Universe. They reflect on the creative journey behind Universal’s newest park. Jason shares how the project began, the early brainstorming that led to immersive lands like the Wizarding World and Super Nintendo World, and how his background with Disney and Universal prepared him for this moment. He also talks about the emotional side of creative work, taking risks, and the courage it takes to leave a steady job in favor of something uncertain but potentially incredible. Plus, stories behind his beloved books on The Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean.

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