Stories Worth Hearing

John Quick

Stories Worth Hearing, hosted by John Quick, is the evolution of the award-winning podcast United States of Small Business. In Season One, John spoke with business owners from across the country, highlighting the grit, innovation, and determination that define American entrepreneurship. Now in Season Two, Stories Worth Hearing broadens its scope—featuring conversations with people from all walks of life who have powerful stories to share. Whether it’s about building a business, overcoming adversity, leading with purpose, or leaving a legacy, each episode delivers authentic, meaningful.

  1. 3 Jul

    Sir Marco Robinson: From Homeless Kid to Building Billion-Dollar Businesses

    What does it take to go from sleeping on the streets to building billion-dollar businesses and earning a knighthood for changing lives? On this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host Jonathan Quick sits down with Sir Marco Robinson to explore one of the most extraordinary entrepreneurial journeys you'll ever hear. Growing up homeless, Marco refused to let his circumstances define his future. By his twenties, he had been recruited to lead a struggling public company, helping transform it into a $1 billion enterprise in just three years. From there, he built multiple multi-million-dollar companies, became an eight-time #1 bestselling author, created and starred in the hit Channel 4 television series Get a House for Free, invested in and helped produce the Netflix hit Legacy of Lies, and built a real estate portfolio of more than 100 investment properties. But Marco believes his greatest achievement isn't measured in dollars. His humanitarian work helping change the law in Malaysia so guide dogs could accompany blind citizens into public places earned him the honorary title of Dato' Seri, the equivalent of a knighthood, impacting more than 350,000 people. In this conversation, we discuss entrepreneurship, resilience, leadership, overcoming adversity, building companies, investing, television, philanthropy, and why your past never has to determine your future. If you're an entrepreneur, business owner, investor, or someone looking for inspiration to overcome life's biggest challenges, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Learn more about Sir Marco Robinson:https://marcorobinson.com Hosted by Jonathan Quick, Stories Worth Hearing shares powerful conversations with entrepreneurs, innovators, and remarkable people whose journeys prove that ordinary beginnings can lead to extraordinary lives.

    Sir Marco Robinson: From Homeless Kid to Building Billion-Dollar Businesses
  2. 3 Jul

    Zuly Matallana: Building TIARA Bliss Into an Award-Winning Natural Deodorant Brand ⭐

    What does it take to leave everything behind, start over in a new country, and build a nationally recognized brand? On this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host Jonathan Quick sits down with Zuly Matallana, Founder and CEO of TIARA Bliss, to share the remarkable journey that began in Colombia, continued through Canada, and ultimately led to building a thriving business in the United States. Zuly opens up about the challenges of starting over, overcoming adversity, and why she refused to give up on her dream of creating products that help families make healthier choices. She shares how she invented and patented the TIARA Shower Cap before expanding into an award-winning natural deodorant brand focused on innovation, sustainability, and wellness. Along the way, TIARA has been featured on Good Morning America, The View, Dragon's Den Canada, and the hit Paramount+ series Landman, helping introduce millions of people to a company built on resilience, purpose, and perseverance. This is a conversation about entrepreneurship, starting over, overcoming obstacles, building a consumer products company, product innovation, natural deodorants, and the mindset required to turn life's biggest challenges into your greatest opportunities. Learn more about TIARA Bliss:https://shopmytiara.com Hosted by Jonathan Quick, Stories Worth Hearing features inspiring conversations with entrepreneurs, innovators, and remarkable people whose stories remind us that extraordinary lives are often built one courageous decision at a time.

    Zuly Matallana: Building TIARA Bliss Into an Award-Winning Natural Deodorant Brand ⭐
  3. 29 Jun

    Naked Diablo Airlines: Rob Fitzpatrick & Sir Marco Robinson Reveal Their Bold New Airline

    What if the next great airline isn't built by aviation executives—but by entrepreneurs bold enough to challenge an entire industry? In this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host Jonathan Quick sits down with entrepreneurs Rob Fitzpatrick and Sir Marco Robinson to share the vision behind Naked Diablo Airlines. Together, they discuss why they believe modern air travel has lost its sense of hospitality, why they see an opportunity to build something entirely different, and how they're turning one of the world's most competitive industries into their next entrepreneurial adventure. This isn't just a conversation about airplanes. It's about seeing opportunity where others see obstacles, refusing to accept "that's just the way it's always been," and having the courage to pursue an idea that many people say can't be done. Rob and Marco share the lessons they've learned from building successful businesses, overcoming critics, creating loyal communities, and dreaming big enough to disrupt an industry that hasn't changed in decades. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, frequent traveler, or simply someone who enjoys hearing remarkable stories from people willing to bet on themselves, this conversation is packed with insights, inspiration, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most ambitious startup ideas in recent years. Follow Naked Diablo Airlines:https://www.instagram.com/nakeddiabloairlines Follow Rob Fitzpatrick:https://www.instagram.com/rob_fitzpatrick Follow Sir Marco Robinson:https://www.instagram.com/marcorobinson If you enjoy inspiring conversations with entrepreneurs, innovators, and remarkable people, subscribe to Stories Worth Hearing and join host Jonathan Quick each week as he uncovers the stories behind extraordinary lives and the ideas that are changing the world.

    Naked Diablo Airlines: Rob Fitzpatrick & Sir Marco Robinson Reveal Their Bold New Airline
  4. 7 May

    Inside Andy Elliott’s World: Jonathan Roberts on Faith, Sales, Discipline, and Success

    Welcome back to Stories Worth Hearing with host John Quick. In this episode, John sits down with Jonathan Roberts from the Elliott Group for a raw and honest conversation about life, business, faith, family, and what success really looks like behind the scenes. Jonathan shares his journey from struggling in school and serving nearly eight years in the Army, to chasing money through sales and eventually realizing that real fulfillment comes from purpose, discipline, relationships, and personal growth. He also gives listeners a rare look inside the culture surrounding Andy Elliott and the Elliott Group team. In This Conversation Jonathan and John discuss: • Why discipline matters more than motivation• The dangers of chasing money without purpose• Building stronger relationships with family and faith• The future of artificial intelligence in sales• Why human connection still matters in business• The mindset required to grow as an entrepreneur A Conversation About Legacy One of the most powerful moments in the episode comes when Jonathan talks about the legacy he hopes to leave behind for his daughters and the importance of becoming someone worth following, both in business and in life. If you are an entrepreneur, salesperson, business owner, or someone searching for more purpose and direction, this is a conversation worth hearing. Follow Jonathan RobertsInstagram: @elitejonathanroberts Learn More About The Elliott Groupelliott247.com

    Inside Andy Elliott’s World: Jonathan Roberts on Faith, Sales, Discipline, and Success
  5. 19 Mar

    Building a Family Legacy: Rob Fitzpatrick on Business, Tequila, Television, and Entrepreneurship

    On this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with entrepreneur and investor Rob Fitzpatrick, joined by his son, for a conversation about how business begins, how brands are built, and why family remains at the center of everything they do. Rob shares how he first got started in business, the lessons he learned along the way, and what first drew him into building a tequila company in an increasingly competitive industry. He also explains how his television projects came together, what it is like having parts of his life and business on screen, and the advice he now gives to other entrepreneurs looking to build something meaningful. His son also joins the conversation and offers a personal perspective on why he believes his father has been successful, what he has learned by watching him lead, and why he wants to help carry the family business forward. This episode highlights entrepreneurship, legacy, and the kind of family values that continue to shape both business and life. How to Build a Billion Dollar Brand: The Naked Diablo Storyhttps://fawesome.tv/movies/10704604/how-to-build-a-billion-dollar-brand-the-naked-diablo-story Tequila Empirehttps://tubitv.com/series/300018584/tequila-empire Naked Diablo Tequilahttps://nakeddiablo.com/ If you want, next I can also give you a stronger title with more click power for YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts 🚀

  6. 16 Mar

    From Paralysis to Purpose: Jason Cooper on Recovery, Faith, and the Documentary Adversity

    On this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with Jason Cooper, whose powerful life story is now reaching audiences through the documentary Adversity: The Jason Cooper Story. After a devastating car accident left him paralyzed, Jason was told he might never walk again. What followed became a remarkable journey of faith, determination, discipline, and refusing to accept that his story was over. His recovery and mindset are now at the center of a documentary created to inspire others facing adversity of any kind. In this conversation, Jason shares what life looked like before the accident, the emotional reality of hearing doctors tell him he may never regain movement, and how he mentally fought through some of the hardest days of his life. He talks about the discipline required to keep pushing forward, the role faith played in his recovery, and why he refused to let limitation define his future. Today, Jason has turned that experience into purpose, becoming a fitness trainer, encouraging others, and using his story to remind people that setbacks do not have to be the end. He also shares why bringing Adversity to film matters so much to him, what he hopes audiences take away from it, and how his story continues to open doors to encourage people everywhere. Learn more about the documentary Adversity: The Jason Cooper Story:https://globalfilmzstudios.com/adversity-the-jason-cooper-story-documentary/ Stories Worth Hearing is hosted by John Quick and features powerful conversations with individuals whose life journeys offer insight, inspiration, and lessons worth hearing.

    From Paralysis to Purpose: Jason Cooper on Recovery, Faith, and the Documentary Adversity

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Stories Worth Hearing, hosted by John Quick, is the evolution of the award-winning podcast United States of Small Business. In Season One, John spoke with business owners from across the country, highlighting the grit, innovation, and determination that define American entrepreneurship. Now in Season Two, Stories Worth Hearing broadens its scope—featuring conversations with people from all walks of life who have powerful stories to share. Whether it’s about building a business, overcoming adversity, leading with purpose, or leaving a legacy, each episode delivers authentic, meaningful.

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