Stories Worth Hearing

If you’ve ever dreamed about starting a podcast, this episode gives you a rare look at what it’s really like — from someone living it right now.

Host John Quick sits down with Manny Coelho, creator and host of The State I Am In — an in-person, long-form podcast that explores the people, stories, and ideas shaping life in Alaska. Together, they dive into the realities of building a show from scratch: finding your voice, learning the ...

Welcome to Stories Worth Hearing. I’m your host, John Quick, and today we’ve got a special episode for all the country music fans out there. My guests are Lan Law — the powerhouse brother duo of Lance Curtis and Lawson Wayne.

Lan Law has been making serious waves in the country scene. They’ve opened for iconic names like Collin Raye, Gene Watson, and Confederate Railroad. They’ve also had the chance to work with Dolly Parton’s legen...

In this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with Gil Dezer, the Miami developer who turned bold ideas into global landmarks. From his father’s first development in New York to his own groundbreaking partnership with President Donald Trump on the Trump Towers, Gil has carried forward a family legacy while reshaping the skyline of South Florida.

Now, he’s raising the bar again with the Bentley Residences, the w...

The John Lee Bishop story is almost too unbelievable to be true. He built a thriving megachurch of more than 5,000 people, spoke at Christian events across the globe, and published widely read Christian books. But when his life took a shocking turn that pulled him into the world of a drug cartel and ultimately landed him in federal prison, many assumed that would be the end of his story. Instead, it became the beginning of a powerf...

What if you could earn a fully accredited college degree for the price of your monthly phone bill? That’s not a fantasy—it’s reality at Newlane University. In this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with Dr. Ben Blair, co-founder of Newlane, to explore how his bold vision is disrupting higher education.

Newlane offers competency-based, self-paced programs that let students move forward as soon as they’ve mas...

In this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with Kelly Siegel, CEO of National Technology Management and best-selling author of Harder Than Life and Happier Than Life. Raised on Seven Mile in Detroit, Kelly transformed hardship into opportunity—growing a modern tech firm and becoming a leading voice for AI optimism.

Today, Kelly is spearheading a high-impact movement in partnership with Prompts.ai to make AI ...

On this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with Armen S. Martin, the Founding Partner and CEO of Foundation Law Group. Armen has been at the center of hundreds of business deals, helping startups raise over a billion dollars in venture funding and guiding major mergers and acquisitions.

But his story doesn’t stop in the boardroom—Armen also brought his legal expertise to Hollywood as a technical advisor on H...

In this powerful episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick welcomes Galiano Tiramani, the Co-CEO and co-founder of Boxabl, a company that is redefining the future of housing. What started as a bold vision has grown into a global movement, with Boxabl delivering high-quality, affordable, and rapidly deployable homes designed to solve some of the world’s most pressing housing challenges.

Galiano shares the journey from the ear...

In this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with world-renowned entrepreneur Grant Cardone for a deeper conversation about life, legacy, and what truly drives success.

Grant is the founder of Cardone Capital, where he oversees a $5 billion real estate portfolio. He’s a bestselling author, speaker, and creator of the massive 10X Growth Conference. Millions have watched him build from scratch on the hit TV show...

In the kickoff to Season 2 of The United States of Small Business Podcast, now reimagined as Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with one of the most electrifying mentalists in the world—Oz Pearlman. From melting minds on America’s Got Talent to making Joe Rogan visibly uncomfortable by guessing his ATM PIN on-air, Oz has captivated audiences across the globe. But behind the viral moments is a devoted family man and a ...

In this episode of United States of Small Business, host John Quick sits down with filmmaker John Follis to discuss his thought-provoking documentary, "Leaving God." Follis shares the inspiration behind the film and reveals how his personal journey away from his Catholic upbringing influenced its creation. They delve into the surprising findings from his research, offering an unbiased look at America's cultural shift ...

In this episode of the United States of Small Business podcast, we sit down with Tom from RoofingOptimize.com to uncover the secrets of successful digital marketing in the roofing industry. Tom shares his journey from licensed builder to digital marketing expert, discusses the unique challenges roofing companies face online, and reveals the innovative strategies RoofingOptimize.com uses to help roofers dominate their local markets....

Join host John Quick on the United States of Small Business podcast for an engaging conversation with Eric Ohlhausen, Chief Strategy Officer and President of Old Glory Pay. With a wealth of experience in financial services, including roles at Greenlight Financial and Brightwell Payments, Eric brings a deep understanding of operations and capital formation.

Discover how Old Glory Bank blends traditional values with cutting-edge tec...

In this episode of the United States of Small Business podcast, host John Quick sits down with Naresh Vissa, founder of Krish Media & Marketing. Naresh is a media, marketing, and publishing entrepreneur with a wealth of experience in improving bottom lines for leading companies. As the author of the bestsellers "PODCASTNOMICS" and "FIFTY SHADES OF MARKETING," Naresh shares his journey and key strategies for ...

In this episode of the United States of Small Business podcast, host John Quick sits down with Jay and Kelsey Wagner, the passionate owners of Rivershire RV Resort & Camping in Ponca City, Oklahoma. Jay and Kelsey share the inspiring story of purchasing the RV park, the challenges they faced during the renovation, and the joy of seeing it go viral on social media. They delve into what initially inspired them to buy Rivershire, ...

In this episode of the United States of Small Business podcast, host John Quick sits down with Brandon Neely, a serial entrepreneur and financial strategist. Brandon, along with his wife Amanda, transformed their financial struggles into success after running a coffee shop in Chicago's South Loop. Now, as co-hosts of the Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast, they help business owners implement smart financial strategies.

Join us as...

In this episode of the United States of Small Business podcast, host John Quick sits down with Chris Lautenslager, a seasoned business veteran and the founder of GET LOOPED. Chris introduces us to the Prosperity Loop, an innovative organizational model designed to foster shared success and collective prosperity.

Tune in as Chris shares his insights on transforming capitalism, building a culture of trust and value, and the importan...

In this episode of the United States of Small Business podcast, host John Quick sits down with Georgia Lininger, the innovative founder of Salus Publishing LLC. Georgia shares the inspiration behind starting her unique publishing house, dedicated to diverse voices and sustainability. She takes us through the challenges she faced in establishing Salus Publishing and the perseverance required to bring her vision to life.

We also expl...

We're excited to welcome Charles Read, a financial expert, entrepreneur, and Vietnam War veteran, to the podcast. As the founder of GetPayroll, Charles has been providing full-service payroll solutions for over 30 years. He is also the author of "The Payroll Book: A Guide For Small Businesses and Startups."

In this episode, Charles shares his extensive experience in financial leadership, offers practical advice on pa...