The Jody Maberry Show

"Confusion is the number one enemy of every business." Connect with Wes Gay https://www.wesgay.com/ Wes on https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesgay Wes on https://www.instagram.com/wesgay Connect with Jody www.jodymaberry.com About Jody -  https://jodymaberry.com/about-jody-maberry/ Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/sugarjmaberry LinkedIn -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodymaberry/ Facebook -  http...

"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 Theatrical and Broadway tales 05:27 – Ron on budgets and working with Michael Eisner 06:55 – Teaching philosophy and student impact at...

"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 about 00:17 – Reflections on...

"It's not who you are when the badge is on . I t'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 3...

"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 g...

"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 a...

"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 –...

"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...

"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 embedd...

"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 a...

"You can't script chemistry, but you can prepare for connection."  Notable Moments 00:00 – Intro and welcome back to Dennis Snow 01:22 – Dennis' first question: What makes a great podcast guest? 03:30 – Why good guests understand the value of a story 06:05 – Dennis' second question: How do you prepare for interviews? 09:15 – The problem with winging it (and sounding like a pitch) 11:45 – Dennis' t...

" Don't discount what feels obvious to you— what's obvious to you is magic to someone else." Notable Moments 01: 45   Dennis shares his Disney origin story and the leap into speaking 04: 30   Why so many professionals undervalue their own expertise 09: 10   The biggest challenges Dennis faced going out on his own 14: 20   Building a speaking brand that isn't all about hype 20: 05   How Dennis book...

" There's good and bad to being a really nice guy, I guess. The good outweighs the bad, but sometimes when you're nice to everybody, some people can take advantage of it." Notable Moments 00:43 Unexpected Acts of Hospitality 03:37 The Unexpected Realities of Being a Park Ranger 07:11 Transition from Agency to Company 12:03 Escape Room Adventure Highlights Connect with Teddy Cheek TeddyCheek.com -...

"You don't need to be the opposite of the rest of your category just for the sake of being different." Notable Moments 00:53 The Adventure Factory 05:10 Teamwork is Essential in Designing and Escaping Rooms 06:39 Accessible and Story-Driven Experiences 10:30 Revamping Escape Game Marketing    14:27 Developing Virtual Games During Pandemic 19:28 Guest Feedback to Drive Decisions 20:34 Escape Room E...

"You absolutely have to understand why we're all here, who we're serving, what's the important role that we're serving in someone else's life, and then how we're connecting, communicating with each other." Fresh off his second mastermind experience with us, David Hancock, founder of Morgan James Publishing, shares why he returned and how these events continue to deliver fresh insights and encourag...

"We would go to an event and the speakers are the heroes of the event. All the attendees are in the shadows. We wondered what would happen if we make the attendees the heroes." Notable Moments 00:37 Hallway Magic at Professional Events 05:45 The Unconference Experience 09:00 Opportunities for Feedback-Driven Improvements 11:55 Relentless Pursuit of Improvement 14:24 Selling Through Known Connectio...

"If you take an opportunity and it doesn't work out, you can always go back and find that next window that's going to open and you do something different." Notable Moments 01:11 Embracing Risks and Opportunity 02:24 Mentor and Role Model Growing Up 05:13 Memorable Guest Service Excellence 09:40 Purpose of Luxury Experiences Barry Jacobson is a seasoned expert in guest experiences. He is also now a...

"Luxury means that I'm going to have this innate ability to have intuitive service radar. It's going to allow me to understand you as an individual and to be able to ensure that your needs are met no matter who you are." When most people hear the word luxury they think about dollar signs or exclusivity. For Barry Jacobson, luxury is about creating that absence of worry and making each interaction...

"I have a show that I've had in mind for a couple of years, and I wouldn't say I'm too scared to pursue it. I just look at it and say, okay. I'd have a good time with that, but it would take a lot of work." One of the benefits of audio storytelling isn't just in the words we share; it's in the experiences we create. Recently, I welcomed back Rick Allen, to turn the tables and ask me three question...

"Having a relationship based culture is going to beat everything else you try to do when it comes to guests." The magic of Disney isn't just in the attractions; it's in the people. That's at the heart of my conversation with Rick Allen, a Disney veteran of 43 years. Rick has seen firsthand how relationships shape the culture of an organization. Read the blog for more on why he says strong connecti...

"Have other people around you that have different points of view, or related points of view with different perspectives. I think that benefits a lot of people." Isn't it funny how those unplanned "hallway conversations" drive creativity and collaboration? Bob Weis, retired president of Walt Disney Imagineering, returns to share how our unexpected chats can spark innovation and shape an organizatio...

"If you're confident that you've done your very best, then you can't do anything better than your very best."  It's been nearly two years since Jeff Noel joined for a conversation. We dove deep into the five quotes I tell myself every day to stay focused and motivated. There are a number of ways that these reminders can aid professionals in both their personal and professional lives. Read my blog...

"If you want to invent an innovative future, first, you have to start where you are." Ever wonder what a crow named Bernice has to do with innovation? Bob Allen returns to share more from his fascinating journey from executive leadership with Disney to his latest venture, Zenovation. Our conversation highlights how blending personal passions can lead to groundbreaking ideas. Read the blog for more...

"You have to push through that first fear barrier because it's one of those universal themes in storytelling, the fear of failure." The spark of a great story can come from the most unexpected places. In my recent conversation with Matthew Luhn, an accomplished storyteller and former Disney/Pixar creative, we talk about the magic of universal themes in storytelling, whether for film or business. R...

"If you go through the process of doing the research and showing up prepared with questions, you may never get to ask any of those questions. And I say it doesn't matter. The fact that you were prepared with questions will make the conversation that much better." Preparation is key to an unforgettable conversation. This was front and center of my mind as I prepared for my interview with Bob Wise,...