"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
14:56 – How "America's Theme Park Technologist" came to be
18:52 – The friendly mini golf rivalry and sourdough story
Matthew Miller returns for a candid conversation with Jody on how authentic relationships form through curiosity and generosity. Jody shares how treating every guest like a friend builds trust that lasts beyond a single episode. They explore how bold self-branding, like Matthew's "America's Theme Park Technologist", can open unexpected doors. From meeting National Park Service Director John Jarvis to lessons on humility and courage, this episode reminds us that relationships, not tactics, are what make great stories last.
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