Stories Worth Hearing

Billy McFarland is in the middle of a remarkable comeback—and he is building momentum with every new venture. Host John Quick sits down with Billy to discuss producing three international island events, rebuilding his reputation through action and transforming hard-earned lessons into an ambitious new chapter.
Billy shares how he brought artists into Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign, why he plans to relaunch Magnises in New York City and what he hopes to create near the tenth anniversary of the original Fyre Festival. He also discusses his upcoming documentaries, the power of connecting people from completely different worlds and why the most successful individuals keep moving forward when quitting would be easier.
The conversation also explores entrepreneurship, AI, generating business through social media and why taking action creates opportunities that planning alone never will.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.
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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.

What if generosity could become contagious?
Millions of people have watched Bob Schober hand cash to complete strangers, pay rent for families facing eviction, surprise hardworking people with life-changing gifts, and inspire others to perform their own random acts of kindness. But behind every viral video is a man whose own life was transformed by redemption, faith, and second chances.
In this inspiring conversation, Jonathan Quick sits down with Bob to explore the journey that took him from addiction, homelessness, and living out of a Volkswagen to building and selling a roofing company for more than $50 million. Instead of chasing more success, Bob discovered a greater purpose: using his resources to restore hope, encourage generosity, and prove that one act of kindness can change the course of someone's life.
Together, they discuss the power of giving without expecting anything in return, why authentic kindness resonates with millions, how faith continues to guide Bob's mission, and why generosity has the power to create an unstoppable ripple effect that reaches far beyond the person receiving the gift.
This episode is a reminder that changing the world doesn't always require grand gestures. Sometimes it simply starts with seeing another person, extending a helping hand, and choosing kindness when no one expects it.

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