What's Your Story with Jaime & Stan

At just 19 years old, Shalini left behind everything familiar to pursue an education and an independent future in the United States. Born in Malaysia, raised in India, and later living in Dubai, her journey took her from a traditional upbringing to building a career in corporate technology, raising a family, and discovering an unexpected passion for yoga and wellness. In this episode of What's Your Story? with Jaime & Stan, Shalini shares how her mother's encouragement gave her the courage to challenge expectations, how simple breathing practices helped her navigate life's overwhelming moments, and how a personal wellness journey grew...

What’s Your Story, Kevin Chapman?

Kevin Chapman’s career has been anything but predictable. From a college internship that led to Capitol Hill, to serving at the Department of Transportation during 9/11 and helping with the unprecedented work that followed, Kevin’s story is filled with unexpected opportunities, historic moments, and a willingness to keep stepping into what comes next. In this episode, Kevin shares stories from his years in Washington, working across presidential administrations, his eventual move into education, and the lessons he’s gathered along the way about leadership, service, growth, and embracing the next adventur...

For years, Carrie Ehrlich hid behind the badge of corporate busyness until a devastating cascade of personal losses and a physical collapse forced a radical life pivot. In this episode, she uncovers the hidden cost of high-achievement and reveals how a literal "burning" wake-up call transformed her from a stressed commercial real estate executive into a champion for functional wellness. If you are constantly spinning plates and ignoring your own health, this conversation provides the gentle challenge and safe space you need to finally exhale. 

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What if the intuition you’ve learned to dismiss is actually something you can strengthen?

In this episode of What’s Your Story?, Jaime Marco and Stan Brown welcome Canadian psychic healer and medium Jana Stern for an open conversation about psychic ability, intuition, trauma, mediumship, spirituality, and learning to trust your own inner awareness.

Jana describes herself as an emotional projector in Human Design and says she has been highly sensitive and “tapped in” since childhood. She recalls hearing crystals, receiving information intuitively, sensing other people’s emotions, and often knowing what friends needed to hear be...

When a medical tragedy left former Disney event manager Dave Blake fighting long-term neurological damage, the medical system tried to write his final chapter. Instead of surrendering to dark moments, he chose to shift his perspective and rebuild his life around intentional joy. In this episode, Dave reveals how a single choice to "flip-flop" your mindset can pull you out of life's deepest funks.

When a sudden diagnosis of ulcerative colitis at 19 disrupted her life, Simone Leo found herself facing years of debilitating pain, severe weight loss, and the isolating anxiety of managing an invisible chronic illness. In this raw and deeply vulnerable conversation, Simone reveals how a misdiagnosis led to emergency surgery, the complex emotional reality of navigating a temporary ostomy bag as a newlywed, and how she ultimately reclaimed her life to complete half-marathons and build a family through surrogacy. Her story offers a powerful look at the courage it takes to advocate for your health when your body feels like...

What happens when the corporate ladder you’ve been furiously climbing leads to total burnout, chronic physical illness, and a 4:00 AM existential crisis? In this deeply vulnerable episode, money and abundance coach Scarlett Stanhope opens up about hitting her absolute rock bottom and the terrifying near-death epiphany that forced her to ask for help, reclaim her power, and dismantle a toxic definition of success. Tap "Show More" to discover how to transition from a scarce, survival-driven mindset to a life of genuine alignment and true financial agency.

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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.

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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 yo...

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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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After a terrifying health scare that felt like a stroke and a heart-wrenching final promise to his mother, Jonathan Boulware transformed from a 300-pound casino executive into a lifestyle change expert. In this episode, he reveals why focusing on a weight-loss goal is actually the reason most people fail and how mastering the psychology of your "Why" is the only way to sustain health for a lifetime. Discover the five-step framework used to bridge the gap between a doctor’s orders and real-world results. 

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Imagine living in constant fear for four years, hiding in plain sight and relying on incredible strokes of luck to survive one of history's darkest times. In this powerful episode, 98-year-old Holocaust survivor Ginette Hersh shares her astonishing story of dodging the Gestapo in France, keeping her Jewish identity a secret, and the unimaginable twists of fate that kept her family alive. Her resilience, sharp wit, and enduring belief in giving back will fundamentally change how you view everyday hardships.

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What happens when life throws you across the globe, shatters your expectations, and tests your resilience as a mother? Cross-cultural expert Maria Garaitonandia reveals how a chaotic upbringing as a "third culture kid" became her secret weapon for navigating sudden medical tragedies, surviving life as a solo entrepreneur, and mastering the unspoken rules of global communication.

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In this lively and unfiltered episode, Jaime and Stan sit down with LaKeesha Hines. LaKeesha is a certified professional life coach and sex counsellor. She shares her journey from working as a school counsellor to realising that helping adults is the key to creating healthy families. The conversation covers the importance of stepping outside for a mental reset , breaking generational cycles of poor communication , and navigating the five love languages to avoid relationship disconnects. LaKeesha also introduces her conversation cards called The Bedroom Switch. These cards are designed to help couples communicate more openly.

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In this lively and unfiltered episode, Jaime and Stan sit down with LaKeesha Hines. LaKeesha is a certified professional life coach and sex counsellor. She shares her journey from working as a school counsellor to realising that helping adults is the key to creating healthy families. The conversation covers the importance of stepping outside for a mental reset , breaking generational cycles of poor communication , and navigating the five love languages to avoid relationship disconnects. LaKeesha also introduces her conversation cards called The Bedroom Switch. These cards are designed to help couples communicate more openly.

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In today's episode, Jamie and Stan sit down with the incredible Joyce Wietrecki. Joyce shares her remarkable journey from a challenging childhood in Chicago to becoming a powerhouse in corporate leadership and training. She opens up about overcoming unimaginable personal loss, the undeniable power of visualising your goals, and her current mission to equip the next generation with essential life skills. 

If you need a reminder that you can turn setbacks into stepping stones, this episode is exactly what you need to hear.

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We are thrilled to be part of the fourth annual Podcasthon, a week where thousands of podcasts highlight a charity of their choice. Today, we welcome the Every Cat Health Foundation to discuss their 60-year mission dedicated to feline health research. From the groundbreaking discovery of taurine in cat diets to modern genetic studies, this organization is the only one in the world solely focused on funding research for every cat, everywhere.

In this episode, we explore the fascinating biology of cats—sharing 95.6% of their DNA with tigers—and bust common myths about their health and behaviour. Whet...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to leave a lucrative finance career in London for a life dedicated to giving back? In this episode, Jaime and Stan sit down with Christopher Hill, the innovative founder of Hands Up Holidays and Impact Destinations. Chris shares his incredible global journey from New Zealand to Australia, London, and Canada, and how a life-changing volunteer building trip in South Africa inspired him to completely redefine family travel. Discover how you can seamlessly blend high-end sightseeing with meaningful community projects, from building homes to wildlife conservation, and learn how one person's vision is...

What kind of nine-year-old watches The Paper Chase and thinks,
“Yes. I want to be that lawyer.”

Meet Lex Rosenberg — better known as Litigation Lex.

Before the TV appearances.
Before the high-profile trials.
Before the national commentary…

There was a little girl navigating her parents’ divorce, managing the emotional weight of a father’s fragile health, working after-school jobs — and quietly mapping out her future with bold precision.

This episode is part origin story, part masterclass in resilience, and part behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a life...

He drowned in a cave… and says it wasn’t his time.

Meet Lex Waters — marine biologist, high school science teacher of 46 years, scuba instructor, and a man who experienced what he believes was a true near-death encounter deep underwater.

Before he became a beloved educator and mentor, Lex made a diving mistake that nearly cost him his life. Trapped in a pitch-black underwater cave with almost no air left, he describes an out-of-body experience, a tunnel, voices welcoming him — and a message that sent him back.

“It’s not his time yet.”

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Meet Dr. Joseph Dituri (aka "Dr. Deep Sea"), the man who lived underwater for 100 days and came back younger. Yes, you read that right. A retired Navy Commander and biomedical engineer, Joe didn't just break a world record; he used the ocean's pressure to heal his own Traumatic Brain Injury and reverse his biological age by 20 years. In this mind-blowing conversation, Joe shares his incredible journey from the military to the bottom of the ocean, explaining how hyperbaric medicine, mindset, and his "GAMPS" method can help anyone live a longer, healthier life. Plus, find out why he believes everything...

In this episode of What’s Your Story with Jaime & Stan, we sit down with Alan Goldberg, a retired pharmacist and drug safety expert whose life story is nothing short of extraordinary. After surviving Hodgkin’s lymphoma in the 1980s, septic shock, and open-heart surgery that left him in a three-week coma, Alan shares what it’s like to come face-to-face with mortality — and still find humor, purpose, and resilience. Alan also pulls back the curtain on the world of pharmacovigilance, explaining how adverse drug reactions are reported, how drug labels change over time, and the surprising stories behind medicati...

In this powerful episode, Jaime and Stan sit down with Chris Kiblin, a man who defines resilience. From scrubbing floors at age 11 in Baltimore to building a career in the mortgage industry, Chris has always had hustle in his DNA. But his greatest challenge wasn't in business—it was a fight for his life. Chris opens up about his harrowing battle with acute pneumonia that left him in a five-day coma and facing his own mortality. He shares how this experience, alongside a struggle with depression, reshaped his perspective on life, faith, and the importance of giving back to hi...

Join Jamie and Stan as they welcome Ron Frost—author, speaker, and adventurer—who proves that life doesn't have to be a straight line. Ron shares his journey from a stifling engineering job to finding his groove in sales, only to hit a "quarter-life crisis" where he lost his business, house, and relationship. He opens up about how the passing of his brother inspired him to stop waiting and start living, leading to a solo 67-day bicycle trip across the US on a vintage Schwinn. From "Internal Intelligence" to the power of gratitude, this episode is a guide to gett...

In this heartfelt and energizing episode, Jaime and Stan sit down with Keith Greiveldinger — a footwear executive, father of three, and creator of the Win It Minute. Keith shares how growing up in a tight-knit Wisconsin family shaped his values, how career pivots took him from small-town life to national brands, and how a life-altering moment with his newborn son redefined everything. This conversation is about mindset, resilience, family, and the intentional work required to stay positive in a noisy world.

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In this high-energy and insight-packed episode, we sit down with Caitlin Gardner—PR powerhouse, storyteller, speaker, and founder of Blooming Communications. From reading morning announcements as a third grader in Miami to leading national brands, teaching at the University of Florida, and launching her own business, Caitlin’s story is a masterclass in curiosity, courage, and intentional growth. Along the way, she opens up about motherhood, career pivots, crisis communication, failing forward, and why success today looks like calm confidence, not just titles. If you’ve ever wondered how to build credibility, trust your voice, and say yes with zest...

In this reflective and refreshingly real episode, Jaime Marco and her dad Stan Brown kick off 2026 with humor, honesty, and a healthy dose of perspective. From why New Year’s resolutions rarely stick, to the power of daily micro-intentions, this father-daughter duo explores how showing up just slightly better each day can lead to massive change. With stories of travel, books, bad days, goldfish memories, and a few laugh-out-loud moments, this episode is a reminder that life isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress, presence, and being real (not reel).

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In this candid, curious, and laugh-filled episode, we sit down with Heidi Schild — longtime caregiver, accidental entrepreneur, and passionate plant-based home cook. Heidi shares her journey from growing up in Ohio, navigating early careers in fashion retail and banking, supporting her husband’s medical practice, and eventually reinventing her relationship with food and health.

What begins as a conversation about tofu quickly becomes a powerful story about intentional living, family, curiosity, and choosing progress over perfection. From Veganuary experiments to teaching cooking classes in her home, Heidi reminds us that transformation doesn’t require extremes — just awareness, consiste...

In this heartfelt and joy-filled holiday episode, Jaime and Stan sit down with Sepi Ackerman, nonprofit founder and community champion behind Holiday House SRQ — an organization transforming how children in Title I schools experience the holidays.

What began as a simple school PTO project quickly became a powerful movement rooted in dignity, choice, and generosity. Sepi shares how Holiday House empowers children — many living at or below the poverty line — to shop for their own loved ones, free of charge, and experience the pride of being the giver.

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In this warm, funny, and deeply reflective episode, Jaime and Stan sit down with Nina Waters — longtime nonprofit leader, former president of a major community foundation, and a woman navigating what it really means to start again after retirement.

From growing up in Pittsburgh in a tight-knit Italian family, to a decades-long career serving at-risk youth and leading large-scale philanthropy, Nina’s story is rooted in service, relationships, and resilience. Now living in the mountains of North Georgia, she opens up about identity beyond work, making friends later in life, marriage that lasts decades, and learning how to s...

In this powerful and deeply human episode, Jaime and Stan sit down with Kevin Briggs — the former California Highway Patrol sergeant whose steady voice, calm presence, and incomparable empathy helped guide hundreds of people away from suicide attempts on the Golden Gate Bridge.

What begins with humor and lightness quickly opens into one of the most candid, courageous conversations in our show’s history. Kevin shares the traumas he survived long before he ever put on a uniform — childhood abuse, cancer at age 20, traumatic brain injuries, and the emotional toll of decades in law enforcement — and the unexpect...

From a chance encounter in a Volvo service lounge to a deep dive into one of the most demanding art schools in the world — this episode spotlights the unstoppable drive of Eileen Zhang, a second-year computer animation student at Ringling College of Art & Design.

At just 19, Eileen’s already lived away from home, navigated elite pre-college programs, and mastered the art of following a passion even when the world tells you it's “too risky.” She opens up about intense studio life, artistic pressure, AI myths, global career dreams, and why 2D animation still has her heart.

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In this high-energy, behind-the-scenes episode, we sit down with Nicole Kaney — Sarasota native, devoted mother, and the powerhouse founder behind one of Florida’s most sought-after wedding and event planning companies. From her early days as a college-town yoga trailblazer with a cult-following (and $5 classes that packed 50 people into a bike shop), to running 75+ weddings a year with a 13-woman team, Nicole walks us through the grit, grace, and groundedness that built her business.

Nicole shares how scrappiness, strong community roots, smart support systems, and a whole lot of hustle helped her grow from studio owner to even...

In this unforgettable episode, Lisa Kohn shares her journey from growing up in the infamous Unification Church (the “Moonies”) to reclaiming her identity, healing deep trauma, and teaching others the radical power of self-love. From surviving a fractured childhood and cult indoctrination to becoming an author, speaker, and leadership coach, Lisa’s story is one of fierce resilience, joy, and rebirth.

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When life gives you heartbreak, sea turtles, and a gibbon that hugs your baby bump—you write a book about it. In this episode, Jaime and Stan meet Julie Henry, zoologist turned leadership speaker and author of Wisdom from the Wild and Wisdom from the Wild for Youth. Julie opens up about growing up in the Midwest, her years at aquariums and zoos, her late husband’s remarkable legacy, and the powerful lessons she’s learned from both the animal kingdom and her own wild life journey.

Julie’s story is one of resilience, humor, and heart—where scie...