The Jody Maberry Show
The Jody Maberry Show is a modern variety show that covers business and personal topics. A former park ranger turned business storyteller, Jody Maberry creates episodes that are a delightful mix of interviews, expert collaborations, and unconventional surprises. In each episode, Jody shares a narrative or leads an insightful discussion.
Episodes
“When you treat a guest like they’re visiting your home, you build trust that lasts long after the episode ends.”
Notable Moments
01:46 – How genuine curiosity drives meaningful connections
05:24 – The story of meeting former National Park Service Director John Jarvis
10:13 – Turning passion into a personal brand
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“If you’re not willing to look dumb, you’re not going to accomplish anything.”
Notable Moments
00:10:05 – A trip that sparked Matthew’s dream to design roller coasters.
00:16:28 – How moving into an empty office turned an internship into a full-time role.
00:23:24 – The two-step mindset behind innovation: believe it’s possible a...
“Keep your business simple enough that stepping away doesn’t break it.”
Notable Moments
00:07:22 – Liz explains how her business made money while she was on the cruise.
00:09:41 – The role of an operations manager and creating a business manual.
00:14:22 – Planning bursts of work to allow time off.
00:15:14 ...
“It’s not that a lesson is different. It’s that the story that makes it memorable.”
Episode Highlights
00:02:22 – How financial myths became the foundation for a parable.
00:05:41 – Building real, flawed characters that teach through story.
00:09:35 – Why dialogue makes or breaks a parable.
00:13:04 – Learni...
“Sometimes the most meaningful path isn’t the one that looks right on paper. It’s the one that makes you feel most alive.”
Notable Moments
[00:01:00] Leaving a banking career to become a park ranger
[00:02:50] Discovering the power of legacy in families visiting parks
[00:04:50] A wild arrest story while on bike patrol
“Anytime somebody asked me to do something, I always said yes, and then I went to figure it out.”
Episode Highlights
04:17 – Parents encouraged him to pursue an artistic career.
08:04 – Films like The Lion King deep impact on families and children.
10:47 – Animation work is a piece of a larger purpose at Disney.
“If someone has taken the time to teach you, take the time to teach someone else.”
Notable Moments
00:02:02 – Learning the responsibility to be great.
00:03:36 – The value of finding where the edges are.
00:05:23 – Applying pressure to rules that don’t make sense.
00:06:46 – The importance of building influe...
“Theme parks and national parks may seem different, but they are both in the people business. Each offers a chance to step away from stress and into something extraordinary.”
Notable Moments
1:03 – Why Glacier and Yellowstone hold such unique places in my heart
2:22 – How a behind-the-scenes safari ride shifted my perspective
4:...
“When people dream of being a Cast Member or a Park Ranger it’s less about the pay and more about being part of something special.”
Notable Moments
2:13 – Going from urban planning to Disney to traveling the backroads of America.
4:30 – Similarities between theme parks and natural parks
7:37 – Why uniforms tell stories too
"Disney leaders have an unmatched ability to balance big-picture vision with meticulous attention to the smallest details."
Notable Moments
00:54 – What makes Disney leaders different
02:18 – The value of high standards and detail
04:28 – Common mistakes in transitioning from corporate to personal ventures
05:19 – The need for clarity in defining your value
06:50 – Trav...
"Confusion is the number one enemy of every business."
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“When you're creating something new, nobody can tell you how to do it because it hasn’t been done yet."
Notable Moments
00:52 – Ron’s Disney legacy and first meeting with Jody
02:45 – Behind-the-scenes stories of parades and halftime shows
03:31 – Founding Disney T...
"Even if no one remembers your name, your work can live on."
Notable Moments
00:03 – What gives Jody’s life meaning: Chile, conservation, and future purpose
00:06 – The “Find Your Park” campaign and connection to nature
00:08 – Who Jody would bring if marooned
00:10 – Why emotions often drive decisions before logic catches up
00:13 – Upcoming projects Jody is excited a...
"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 reflect...
"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 ...
“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 bra...
“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
1...
“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 Monster...
"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, ...
"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 pa...
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