What's Your Story with Jaime & Stan

Jaime Marco
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In "What's Your Story," Father-Daughter Duo hosts Jaime Marco & Stan Brown, invite you on a captivating journey through the lives of everyday individuals. From all walks of life to those overcoming adversity, each episode offers a rich tapestry of human experience. Tune in to discover: Diverse Perspectives: Explore a myriad of life experiences and perspectives, as guests from all walks of life share their unique stories and insights. Resilience and Triumph: Witness the power of resilience as guests recount their journeys from adversity to triumph, inspiring listeners to overcome their own challenges. Empathy and Connection: Experience the profound connections that emerge from storytelling, as listeners empathize with the struggles and celebrate the triumphs of each guest, fostering a deeper understanding of the human experience. Join Jaime & Stan as they uncover the extraordinary tales that shape our world, one captivating story at a time. Subscribe now and embark on an unforgettable journey of inspiration and discovery.

  1. 3d ago

    From Teenage Runaway to Jungle Retreat Owner with Amy Weinberger | Ep. #92

    How does a 16-year-old runaway fleeing an abusive home transform into a celebrated educator, children's author, and owner of a Costa Rican jungle retreat? Amy Weinberger shares her harrowing journey of survival, the profound impact of unexpected mentors, and the life-changing leap of faith that led her family to create a healing sanctuary abroad. Discover how leaning on your foundational values can help you turn life's darkest moments into an inspiring legacy of hope and impact. Key Topics & Actionable Takeaways The Power of Early Mentorship: How a dedicated high school guidance counselor, Ms. Anita Richardson, and loving grandparents provided the lifeline Amy needed to escape a physically abusive home environment. Finding Your Calling in Chaos: Actionable insights from Amy’s unconventional journey into education, including teaching social studies and creating a safe haven for students facing trauma in an Atlanta high school. A Serendipitous Island Romance: The hilarious and heartwarming story of how leaving her address on a Sports Illustrated magazine sparked a nearly 38-year marriage to her husband Steve after meeting in the Virgin Islands. Building the Flow Retreat Center: The pivotal decision to leave the U.S. due to political unrest and blindly purchase a wellness retreat in the Costa Rican jungle, turning a family leap of faith into a thriving sanctuary. Purpose-Driven Creativity: Transitioning from helping her daughter navigate a stilt-walking gig to writing bilingual children’s books, and her latest graphic novel project aimed at funding the Costa Ballena lifeguards. Overcoming the Darkest Hours: A deeply vulnerable look at how the ingrained, loving voices of her grandparents helped Amy survive two teen suicide attempts so she could build a life of immense purpose. If you had to pack up and move your entire family to a jungle retreat tomorrow, what is the ONE luxury item you couldn't live without? 🌴 Drop your answer and tag us on social media! If Amy’s incredible journey of resilience inspired you, please take a moment to follow the podcast and leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It helps us keep bringing you these amazing human stories!   LISTEN TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-your-story/id1768048076 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFWnedfyylxVs5vJrD8tY Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c4c493e-e2f2-4b4b-bfd3-52174caeaf7c/whats-your-story-with-jaime-stan CONNECT WITH AMY WEINBERGER LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-weinberger-m-s-ed-3b4b396 Instagram Flo Retreat: https://www.instagram.com/floretreatcenter Instagram Amy Falk Weinberger: https://www.instagram.com/amyfalkweinberger/  CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JaimeSpeaks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaimeMarcoSpeaks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimeamarco Website: https://www.jaimemarco.com Got feedback or a guest recommendation? Email: connect@jaimemarco.com

  2. Jul 7

    92-Year-Old FAA Whistleblower: Surviving Chaos & Zero Stress with Frank Boyer | Ep. 91

    At 92 years old, former FAA air traffic controller Frank Boyer wakes up every single day at a "10 out of 10"—a radical reality forged inside one of the most notoriously stressful, substance-heavy work environments in American history. In this conversation, Frank uncovers the painful fallout of becoming a presidential whistleblower under the Reagan administration, the single domestic regret that forever changed how he protects his peace, and the hidden "superpower" holding most of us hostage to our own chaos. Press play to discover why sometimes, getting ousted by the system is the most vital thing that can ever happen to your soul. Key Takeaways The "Latchkey" Baseline: Deconstructing Frank’s 1930s Ohio childhood; how solitary Saturdays making bologna-and-potato-chip sandwiches established an early, impenetrable nervous system baseline of somatic relaxation. 1930s Farm-to-Table Epigenetics: The compounding biological payoff of growing up alongside a Shawnee Native American grandfather, eating pre-commercialized organic produce, and rejecting the American myth of red meat as a pre-requisite for masculine stamina. The 1981 Vegetarian Pivot: The aesthetic and physical catalysts that drove Frank to eliminate animal flesh from his diet over four decades ago, resulting in a completely pain-free existence at age 92. The D.C. Center "Washout" Crucible: Inside the 1959 Civil Aeronautics Administration; how Frank navigated a brutal 75% failure rate among trainees through mental 3D spatial mapping, raw geometry, and radical peer solidarity. The Anatomy of Airspace Chaos: An unvarnished look at the realities of commercial flight safety, the compounding sequence of human errors that cause mid-air collisions, and Frank’s terrifying personal near-miss caught inside the backwash of a Japan Air jumbo jet. The 1981 PATCO Strike & Reagan’s Hit List: The immense psychological toll of watching 20,000 colleagues get terminated overnight, writing a warning letter directly to President Ronald Reagan, and the reality of being fired for refusing to compromise safety restrictions. Dismantling the Type-A Controller Archetype: The dark underbelly of 1970s tower culture; utilizing workplace hazing as a high-pressure relief valve, managing surprise drug-testing protocols, and how the post-strike integration of female controllers fundamentally stabilized the profession. The 92-Year-Old Longevity Blueprint: A granular look at Frank’s non-negotiable daily stack: the 1985 Fit for Life food-combining philosophy, morning sunlight, light 30-pound resistance training, and sourcing daily emotional regulation from monastic philosophy. The Superpower of Radical Non-Intervention: The profound personal breakthrough of letting people do whatever they want—and the specific family regret involving his wife that taught Frank the danger of over-internalizing other people's battles. Transcendental Meditation (TM) in the Tower: How an 8-year-old’s acting gig with the San Francisco Conservatory Theater introduced Frank to the ultimate somatic reset, allowing him to quietly teach meditation to hyper-stressed FAA executives. The Modern FAA Crisis: An expert critique of current aviation infrastructure; the systemic danger of transitioning from "training to filter out" to "training until they pass," and why non-operational bureaucrats are suffocating American airspace. CONNECT WITH FRANK BOYER Website: https://www.themaverickmanager.com CONNECT WITH JAIME & STAN Website: https://www.jaimemarco.com Got feedback or a guest recommendation? Email: connect@jaimemarco.com

  3. Jun 23

    Stepping Out of a Music Legend's Shadow with Sharon Preston- Folta | Ep. #90

    Listen in as we explore a deeply guarded piece of music history and the profound emotional toll of family secrets. In this episode, you'll hear Sharon Preston-Folta share her extraordinary journey of growing up as the unacknowledged daughter of jazz legend Louis Daniel Armstrong, and how she transformed a legacy of shadows into a testament of resilience. In this episode, you'll hear: The untold history of Black Vaudeville, the Apollo chorus girls, and the reality of touring the Chitlin Circuit in the 1940s and 50s. The shocking moment a 10-year-old Sharon discovered her father's "other" life and wife while watching the Johnny Carson show. How she navigated the complex feelings of betrayal, anger, and teenage acting out after realizing she was being kept a secret. Her inspiring pivot to channel her theatrical DNA into a successful 30-year broadcasting career as a single mom. The powerful journey to write Little Satchmo and produce an award-winning documentary, ensuring she was no longer erased from her father's history. If you discovered a massive, world-altering family secret, how do you think you would handle it?  Tag us on social media and let us know! And if you loved this conversation, please remember to follow the podcast and leave us a rating and review! LISTEN TO THE PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon Music CONNECT WITH Sharon Preston-Folta LinkedIn Instagram  CONNECT WITH THE PODCASTInstagramFacebookLinkedInWebsite Got feedback or a guest recommendation? Email: connect@jaimemarco.com

  4. Jun 9

    The Heartbreaking Choice to Save Her Son's Life with Ida Fields | Ep. #89

    Imagine spending ten years desperately searching for answers as you watch your child slowly lose their ability to speak, play, and safely exist in the world. In this deeply moving episode, Ida Fields reveals the harrowing reality of raising a child with a microscopic, ultra-rare genetic mutation—and the agonizing but life-saving decision to place her 12-year-old son into a specialized residential facility. Her untold story of resilience, medical mysteries, and unyielding love will change how you view parenting and the neurodivergent mind. Key Topics: The Power of Living Authentically: Why stepping out of corporate compartmentalization and sharing your "messy" truth can be profoundly healing and unexpectedly connective. Mother's Intuition is Real: How Ida trusted her gut when noticing early signs of developmental delays like low muscle tone, excessive drooling, and missed milestones, even when doctors told her she was just a "nervous mom". The Danger of Incomplete Genetic Testing: The devastating realization that years of standard autism treatments and psychiatric medications were actively working against her son's ultra-rare condition. Phelan-McDermid Syndrome (PMS): An inside look at this rare genetic condition (a missing SHANK3 protein on chromosome 22), affecting only about 2,000 people worldwide, and the incredible foundation leading the research. The Silent Toll on Families: The raw reality of how severe special needs children impact marriages, cause trauma for younger siblings, and push parents into years of sleep-deprived survival mode. A New Paradigm of Care: An exploration of The Center for Discovery, a groundbreaking residential facility in New York that grows its own food and provides unparalleled, dignified care for complex individuals. Neurodiversity as Evolution: Ida's thought-provoking perspective on why conditions like autism might not be an epidemic, but rather an evolution of human intelligence. The "Fork Bracelet" Philosophy: A beautiful reminder from a poignant story that no matter how difficult life gets, "the best is yet to come". Jamie let it slip that she was entirely traumatized by a Japanese restaurant in Epcot as a kid... what is your most absurd or unexplainable childhood restaurant trauma? Take a screenshot of this episode, tag us on social media, and let us know! If you were moved by Ida's incredible story today, please hit that Follow button so you never miss an episode. Don't forget to leave us a rating and a review—it helps us bring more extraordinary stories of everyday people right to your ears!   LISTEN TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-your-story/id1768048076Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFWnedfyylxVs5vJrD8tYAmazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c4c493e-e2f2-4b4b-bfd3-52174caeaf7c/whats-your-story-with-jaime-stan CONNECT WITH IDA FIELDSLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ida-fields-3a7269b/Instagram: @ideafields CONNECT WITH THE PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/JaimeSpeaksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaimeMarcoSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimeamarcoWebsite: https://www.jaimemarco.com Got feedback or a guest recommendation? Email: connect@jaimemarco.com

  5. May 19

    The Myth of "Full Recovery" with Mallary Tenore Tarpley | What's Your Story #87

    Mallary Tenore Tarpley opens up about her deeply personal journey through anorexia and the biggest secret the medical world rarely acknowledges: "full recovery" is often an illusion. She reveals her groundbreaking framework for living in the "middle place"—the messy but beautiful space between acute sickness and perfection where slips are accepted, and true healing actually begins. Key Topics Discussed: The trauma of losing her mother to breast cancer at age 11 and how the desire to "stop time" triggered severe anorexia. The reality behind navigating five hospitalizations and the transition into residential treatment. The "Middle Place" framework: why letting go of the pressure for a tidy, perfect recovery is the key to sustainable health. The challenge of blending deeply personal memoir writing with investigative journalism and cutting-edge science. What Mallary learned from interviewing and surveying hundreds of eating disorder patients, doctors, and researchers. How loved ones can actively support someone in recovery without placing the crushing expectation of perfection on them. The dangers of perfectionism and learning to embrace life's imprints and setbacks as part of the process. Indexed Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 03:15 - Losing Her Mother and the Desire to "Stop Time" 08:42 - The Hidden Realities of Anorexia and Hospitalization 15:30 - The Secret to Surviving the "Middle Place" of Recovery 22:15 - Why "Full Recovery" Can Be a Dangerous Illusion 31:05 - The Challenge of Interviewing Hundreds of ED Patients 38:40 - How to Support Loved Ones Without Expecting Perfection 45:12 - Blending Journalism with Deeply Personal Trauma 52:50 - Letting Go of Perfectionism to Find True Healing   If you had to write a memoir about your own life, what would the most unpredictable, messy chapter be called?  Let us know in the comments! 👇   LISTEN TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-your-story/id1768048076 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFWnedfyylxVs5vJrD8tY Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c4c493e-e2f2-4b4b-bfd3-52174caeaf7c/whats-your-story-with-jaime-stan   CONNECT WITH MALLARY TENORE TARPLEY LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallary-tenore-tarpley-6719484/ SubstackSubstack newsletter: mallary.substack.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mallarytenoretarpley Personal website: mallarytenoretarpley.com   CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JaimeSpeaks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaimeMarcoSpeaks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimeamarco Website: https://www.jaimemarco.com Got feedback or a guest recommendation? Email: connect@jaimemarco.com

  6. May 12

    Accidental Hoops Star to Pickleball Cruises with Shell Dailey | What's Your Story with Jaime and Stan | Ep #86

    Discover how Shell Dailey went from a dancer who didn't know how to dribble to an undefeated college basketball champion. She reveals the hilarious story of getting caught staring at Kareem Abdul-Jabbar during a game, and how she transitioned from the stressful world of coaching to hosting pickleball wellness cruises. Tune in for an inspiring journey about finding your true purpose, embracing life's pivots, and playing the game of life with passion.  Key Topics Discussed: Shell’s 40th college reunion celebrating the University of Texas's historic 34-0 undefeated national championship basketball season. Her hilarious introduction to basketball at age 12, where she left a dance recital and scored 14 points in her first game without knowing the rules. Playing under legendary coach Jody Conradt and revolutionizing the women's game with a faster, physical playstyle. The unforgettable moment Shell was caught starstruck by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson, and Pat Riley during her own college game. Leaving her corporate job at Neiman Marcus to follow her true calling as a college basketball coach at TCU. The realities of youth sports parenting and raising her son, Eric, who now plays basketball for UCLA. Pivoting her career post-coaching to launch pickleball wellness retreats on Royal Caribbean cruise ships. The inspiration behind her book, "More Than a Coach," and how she navigated the profound grief of losing both her parents within six months of each other. Indexed Chapters 0:00:02 - Welcome & Introducing Basketball Legend Shell Dailey 0:04:30 - Celebrating an Undefeated 34-0 National Championship 40th Reunion 0:08:29 - From Dance Recitals to Scoring 14 Points on the Court 0:13:50 - Fixing the "Ancient" Set Shot and Learning to Dribble 0:21:21 - Getting Discovered by Texas and the Power of Coach Jody Conradt 0:28:39 - The Origins of Professional Women's Basketball: WNBA & ABL 0:30:45 - Starstruck: Meeting Kareem, Magic, and Pat Riley 0:35:10 - Leaving Neiman Marcus to Find Purpose in Coaching 0:41:26 - Raising a Star: Son Eric's Journey to UCLA Basketball 0:47:33 - Finding Love on the Court & International Hoops 0:52:34 - The Big Pivot: Pickleball Wellness Retreats on Cruise Ships 1:01:17 - Writing "More Than a Coach" and Overcoming Deep Loss If you had to drop everything right now to jump into a sport you know absolutely nothing about—just like Shell did with basketball —what sport would you choose to save the day? Drop your wild answers in the comments below! 👇🍿     LISTEN TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-your-story/id1768048076 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFWnedfyylxVs5vJrD8tY Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c4c493e-e2f2-4b4b-bfd3-52174caeaf7c/whats-your-story-with-jaime-stan YouTube: https://youtu.be/UBIDahYFW9I   CONNECT WITH SHELL DAILEY Website: https://shelldailey.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shell.dailey/   CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JaimeSpeaks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaimeMarcoSpeaks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimeamarco Website: https://www.jaimemarco.com Got feedback or a guest recommendation? Email: connect@jaimemarco.com

  7. May 5

    Surviving the #1 Maternal Killer with Nicole Delaney | What's Your Story with Jaime and Stan EP #85

    What happens when a high-flying tech career and a six-figure salary still leave you feeling empty? Nicole Delaney walked away from it all to reinvent herself, only to face the ultimate test: a life-threatening pregnancy diagnosis known as the "number one maternal killer". This episode reveals how Nicole navigated 40 days of hospital isolation, a five-hour emergency surgery, and the traumatic fallout that reshaped her marriage and her mindset forever.  If you’re interested in: The Corporate Burnout: Traveling 100,000 miles a year in a high-stakes tech role and the decision to quit from a beach chair. Placenta Accreta Awareness: The harrowing reality of a diagnosis where the placenta attaches to scar tissue, leading to extreme hemorrhage risks. The "Positive Sanctuary": How Nicole transformed her hospital room with affirmations to maintain a resilient mindset during a 40-day stay. The Hybrid OR Experience: A behind-the-scenes look at a complex, 5-hour C-section and hysterectomy involving nearly 40 medical professionals. Trauma and Relationships: An honest conversation about why 90% of her marriage's end was rooted in the aftermath of medical trauma. The "I Am the Storm" Mantra: The origin of Nicole’s powerful tattoo and how she uses it to anchor her daily life. Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids: Normalizing struggle, asking for help, and teaching the "Let Them" philosophy to the next generation. You’ll want to watch this episode.   LISTEN TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-your-story/id1768048076 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFWnedfyylxVs5vJrD8tY Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c4c493e-e2f2-4b4b-bfd3-52174caeaf7c/whats-your-story-with-jaime-stan YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZGS7OualsbU   CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JaimeSpeaks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaimeMarcoSpeaks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimeamarco Website: https://www.jaimemarco.com Got feedback or a guest recommendation? Email: connect@jaimemarco.com

  8. Apr 28

    From 50th Place to 3 World Records with Anna McLean | What's Your Story with Jaime and Stan Ep. 84

    What happens when the "slowest girl on the team" decides to row across the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans? Anna McLean reveals the exact mental shift—and the "Ferrari pit stop" secret involving massive amounts of Nutella—that helped her survive 40-foot waves and 47 days of isolation. Learn why your biggest regrets 20 years from now won't be the risks you took, but the ones you didn't.  If you’re interested in: The "Slowest on the Team" Mentality: Overcoming a sports scholarship where Anna started at the bottom of the rankings. Micro-Moves for Growth: Shifting from competing with others to focusing on personal improvement. The Wackadoodles & The Siblings: How Anna and her brother Cameron prepared for two years to row the Atlantic. Surviving the Storm: A harrowing night with 40-foot waves and a broken auto-steering system. Ocean Logistics: Managing a desalinator, solar power, and freezing cold freeze-dried meals. World Record Achievements: Becoming the first brother-sister duo to row an ocean and the youngest females to cross the Pacific. The Motherhood Voyage: Anna's surprise announcement of being 19 weeks pregnant and her perspective on following dreams with a family. You’ll want to watch this episode. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-your-story/id1768048076 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFWnedfyylxVs5vJrD8tY Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c4c493e-e2f2-4b4b-bfd3-52174caeaf7c/whats-your-story-with-jaime-stan YouTube: https://youtu.be/0ldZjETHM5Q   CONNECT WITH ANNA MCLEAN Website: https://annamclean.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annamcleanofficial/ Anna Rowing Pictures: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-02fuRAhlaBa_xlc5ZJBp_dA-lFe7Mj_?usp=sharing   CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JaimeSpeaks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaimeMarcoSpeaks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimeamarco Website: https://www.jaimemarco.com Got feedback or a guest recommendation? Email: connect@jaimemarco.com

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In "What's Your Story," Father-Daughter Duo hosts Jaime Marco & Stan Brown, invite you on a captivating journey through the lives of everyday individuals. From all walks of life to those overcoming adversity, each episode offers a rich tapestry of human experience. Tune in to discover: Diverse Perspectives: Explore a myriad of life experiences and perspectives, as guests from all walks of life share their unique stories and insights. Resilience and Triumph: Witness the power of resilience as guests recount their journeys from adversity to triumph, inspiring listeners to overcome their own challenges. Empathy and Connection: Experience the profound connections that emerge from storytelling, as listeners empathize with the struggles and celebrate the triumphs of each guest, fostering a deeper understanding of the human experience. Join Jaime & Stan as they uncover the extraordinary tales that shape our world, one captivating story at a time. Subscribe now and embark on an unforgettable journey of inspiration and discovery.

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