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What happens when a former church leader starts making comedy videos about the things Christians are all thinking but nobody wants to say? More than 100 million views and a rapidly growing career in comedy! On this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, John Quick sits down with viral Christian comedian and content creator Andrew Villalpando, who's taking social media by storm with hilarious, clean comedy about church culture, celebrity pastors, and the funny side of Christianity. Andrew shares how he went from nearly a decade working behind the scenes in ministry to becoming one of the exciting new voices in Christian comedy. He reveals how his first videos took off, where he gets his hilarious ideas, how he handles criticism, and his big dreams of television, acting, and comedy tours. But there's more to Andrew than making people laugh. He opens up about losing his father at just 20 years old, finding humor during life's darkest moments, and why his faith remains at the center of everything he does. He also shares his passion for helping people, advocating for prison reform, and giving others a second chance. This is a fun, inspiring conversation about pursuing unexpected opportunities, turning pain into purpose, and discovering that sometimes laughter can open the door to something much bigger. Learn more about Andrew: https://andrewvillalpando.com/

What if everything you survived in life was preparing you to become the person who changes someone else's future? Nivia Bejarano's story is one of extraordinary resilience, determination, and the power of turning pain into purpose. Growing up in the Bronx, New York, Nivia spent much of her childhood in foster care. Her mother struggled with addiction, her family life was unstable, and by her teenage years, Nivia had experienced homelessness, hunger, abandonment, and the painful reality of navigating the world without the support most children take for granted. At one point, a school guidance counselor suggested she drop out rather than help her overcome her circumstances. She slept in a car, struggled to find food, and faced challenges that could have easily destroyed her hope for a better future. But Nivia refused to let her circumstances determine the rest of her life. In this deeply moving conversation, John Quick, host of Stories Worth Hearing, sits down with Nivia to explore how a young girl who once felt forgotten by the world became a successful artist, entrepreneur, curator, and founder of Arts After Dark, one of Las Vegas' largest independently operated community art centers. Nivia shares the defining moments that changed her life, including leaving dangerous environments behind, caring for her grandmother, confronting her struggles with alcohol, and discovering that creating a different future required difficult decisions about the people, habits, and environments surrounding her. Art became more than a creative outlet. It became her lifeline. After years of producing exhibitions and creating opportunities for artists, Nivia pursued a boarded-up building in Las Vegas with a vision of transforming it into something her community desperately needed. Today, that vision is Arts After Dark, a 6,600-square-foot creative community that has showcased more than 1,000 artists in just over a year. Nivia has built an environment where artists can exhibit their work, develop their talents, learn to generate income, and connect with people who genuinely want them to succeed. And she does it without charging artists to showcase their work. But the most powerful part of Nivia's story isn't what she has built. It's why she built it. Nivia remembers Anna Rye, a woman who taught ceramics at a Boys & Girls Club when Nivia was a little girl. While others overlooked her struggles, Anna offered kindness, encouragement, and a safe place to create. Decades later, Nivia still honors her by offering free ceramics classes to others. One person's kindness helped change Nivia's life. Now she's determined to pass that gift on to thousands more. Nivia also shares her ambitious vision for the future: creating a community where young adults aging out of foster care can find housing, learn trades, explore their creativity, earn money, and build meaningful relationships. Throughout this inspirational conversation, John and Nivia explore childhood trauma, homelessness, addiction, entrepreneurship, personal responsibility, compassion, and what it truly means to create lasting change. Nivia Bejarano is living proof that your past does not have to define your future, and sometimes the greatest legacy we can leave behind is becoming the person we once needed. Connect with Nivia Bejarano and Arts After Dark: Website: https://artsafterdark.com/ Nivia's Instagram: @thenivia Arts After Dark Instagram: @artsafterdark.lv If you're in Las Vegas, visit Arts After Dark and support the artists and community Nivia is building. About Stories Worth Hearing Hosted by John Quick, Stories Worth Hearing features remarkable people with extraordinary stories of perseverance, entrepreneurship, leadership, personal transformation, and purpose.

Are UFOs and aliens actually connected to the spiritual realm? Could mysterious encounters that people believe are extraterrestrial actually have a biblical explanation? And is spiritual warfare happening around us without us even realizing it? Pastor Mike Signorelli returns to Stories Worth Hearing with John Quick for a fascinating conversation about UFO disclosure, aliens, demons, angels, Christianity, and the unseen spiritual world. Signorelli reveals details about a private briefing he attended with individuals he describes as having former U.S. military and intelligence connections. According to Signorelli, the group discussed unexplained phenomena, encounters with mysterious entities, and a series of predictions he says later came true. He also clarifies misinformation surrounding the meeting, explaining that it was not a White House briefing. The conversation explores his belief that some UFO and alien phenomena may be better understood as interdimensional or spiritual rather than extraterrestrial. Drawing from biblical accounts of angels, demons, the Nephilim, and spiritual encounters, Signorelli challenges conventional thinking about the supernatural. But this conversation goes far beyond UFOs. John and Pastor Mike also discuss: Who Jesus really is: Why Signorelli believes modern culture has created competing versions of Jesus that often miss the truth of Christianity. From atheism to Christianity: How a college biology professor challenged his faith, leading him to explore world religions before returning to Christianity through the work of astrophysicist Dr. Hugh Ross. UFOs, aliens, and biblical prophecy: Why Signorelli believes some unexplained phenomena may have connections to the spiritual realm. Angels, demons, and spiritual warfare: What the Bible says about supernatural encounters and how spiritual forces may influence everyday life. The dangers of overlooking spiritual warfare: Why Signorelli believes many American churches avoid discussing demons, deliverance, and the unseen world. Faith, science, and prayer: Why Signorelli sees growing interest in prayer, including among prominent scientists and podcasters, as an opportunity for deeper conversations about faith. The discussion also touches on Signorelli's new book, The Unoffendable Heart, which explores forgiveness, overcoming offense, and finding freedom from bitterness in an increasingly divided world. The episode concludes with Pastor Mike offering a personal prayer for listeners, including those facing difficult circumstances, struggling with their faith, or searching for answers. Whether you're a committed Christian, a skeptic, fascinated by UFO disclosure, or simply curious about the supernatural, this conversation offers a thought-provoking look at some of life's biggest questions. Learn more about Pastor Mike Signorelli: https://mikesignorelli.com/ Discover The Unoffendable Heart: https://unoffendableheart.com/ Subscribe to Stories Worth Hearing with John Quick for compelling conversations with influential leaders, entrepreneurs, authors, and remarkable people whose stories deserve to be heard. #MikeSignorelli #UFODisclosure #Aliens #SpiritualWarfare #Demons #Christianity #JesusChrist #PastorMike #StoriesWorthHearing #JohnQuick

What does it take to rise to the rank of three-star general, command some of America's most powerful military aircraft, and then build an entirely new career in business, finance, and national media? On Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General Richard "Dick" Newton for a fascinating conversation about military service, leadership, entrepreneurship, faith, and the opportunities that continue to define the American Dream. Newton spent 34 years serving in the United States Air Force, rising to become Assistant Vice Chief of Staff and serving under multiple presidential administrations. From commanding the first B-2 stealth bomber squadron to leading a B-52 bomber wing at Minot Air Force Base during the September 11 terrorist attacks, his career placed him at the center of some of the most consequential moments in modern American military history. He shares what it was like to command an Air Force base on 9/11, prepare thousands of service members and their families for an uncertain future, and transition from peacetime operations to combat missions in Afghanistan just weeks later. But Newton's story didn't end when he retired from the military in 2012. He went on to build a remarkable second career in corporate leadership, serving on major investment and corporate boards, including Victory Capital and Terran Orbital, while expanding into consulting, artificial intelligence, energy, and national security. Today, he's also a senior national security contributor for NewsNation and serves on the National Security Advisory Council of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition. The conversation explores how leadership principles learned in the military translate into the boardroom, why America's economic strength is essential to national security, and whether the American Dream is still alive for the next generation of entrepreneurs. Newton also opens up about the importance of faith and family, his commitment to mentoring future leaders, and the advice he gives young professionals looking to build meaningful careers. His message is simple: never stop learning, find great mentors, take calculated risks, and pursue opportunities that align with your values. From flying stealth bombers to navigating Wall Street and national television, Dick Newton's journey is a powerful story of service, reinvention, and leadership. Stories Worth Hearing with John Quick brings you conversations with remarkable people whose experiences, accomplishments, and lessons offer inspiration for life, leadership, and business. Learn more about Lt. Gen. Dick Newton: https://ltgennewton.com/

Stories Worth Hearing host John Quick sits down with Vijay Goel, senior partner at Singhania & Co’s London office, international lawyer, dealmaker, and one of the most connected business figures working between India, the U.K., Europe, and the United States. Vijay has advised major clients on corporate law, joint ventures, foreign collaborations, private equity, real estate transactions, AIM listings in London, and Indian companies acquiring businesses in the U.K. He has worked on major international transactions, including a deal where a Government of India company provided roughly $500 million to Reliance for a power project. The conversation covers Vijay’s journey from India to London, how he built a powerful global network, why India is one of the biggest business opportunities in the world, and where he sees the next wave of growth in AI, data centers, nuclear power, green hydrogen, healthcare, finance, and cross-border investment. Vijay’s influence extends beyond law. He is the founder of the Indo-EU Business Forum, chairman of the London Chamber of Commerce Asian Business Association, chairman of ASSOCHAM UK, former advisor on emerging markets to former U.K. Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg, advisor to the Hinduja Group, and a committee member for the Gandhi statue in front of the British Parliament. For entrepreneurs, investors, executives, and anyone interested in how billion-dollar global business actually gets done, this is a conversation worth hearing. Website: https://singhaniauk.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijay-goel-4353a511

On the Stories Worth Hearing podcast, host John Quick sits down with Pastor Mike Signorelli to talk about his life story, his ministry, and his new book, The Unoffendable Heart. Pastor Mike shares how he went from being raised by a single mother in a broken home to surrendering his life to Christ at 15, preaching the Gospel, and eventually starting a church in New York City with 18 people that has grown into multiple locations across the country. He also talks about deliverance ministry, spiritual warfare, and why his church has become known for reaching people who are hurting, searching, and in need of freedom. John and Pastor Mike also discuss why offense is so dangerous, how bitterness can affect entrepreneurs, leaders, families, and churches, and why learning to forgive is not just emotional but spiritual. Pastor Mike explains the message behind The Unoffendable Heart, why he believes this book is needed right now, and how Christians can stop getting trapped in outrage and start building the life, family, business, and calling God has placed in front of them. Check out Pastor Mike Signorelli’s book here: https://amzn.to/4iS78O5

On the Stories Worth Hearing podcast, host John Quick sits down with U.S. Secretary Carlos Gutierrez, former CEO of Kellogg and former U.S. Secretary of Commerce, to talk about his new memoir, Sheer Will: Learning to Lead When There Is No Path. Gutierrez’s story is a true American Dream story. He came to the United States as a child without speaking English, started his career selling cereal from the back of a van, and eventually became the youngest CEO in Kellogg’s history before serving in President George W. Bush’s cabinet. John asks Gutierrez about leadership, perseverance, trust, life inside the White House, his favorite memories of President Bush, and the advice he would give young people trying to find their path. Pick up Carlos Gutierrez’s new book, Sheer Will, here: https://amzn.to/4rExG7V

What draws someone to Scientology, and what is it like to explore it for yourself? On Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with Gunnar, who works with the Church of Scientology in the Twin Cities, for a conversation about his personal journey. Raised Catholic, Gunnar first encountered Scientology through his parents but didn’t pursue it seriously until he was older. He shares how an experience following a wrist injury at age 18 sparked his interest in Dianetics and why he returned to Scientology after college. John asks the questions many curious people have: What happens when you walk into a Church of Scientology? What is Dianetics? Can someone explore Scientology while remaining Christian or practicing another faith? Gunnar explains how he answers those questions, what he wishes more people understood, and why helping others became central to his work. He also discusses the humanitarian programs he’s involved with and the questions people bring to him after seeing his videos online. The conversation turns to Gunnar’s approach to social media: how he comes up with ideas, why he keeps his videos short, and how those videos lead to conversations with people who might never have visited a church. It’s an open, unscripted chance to hear his story and perspective in his own words. If you’d like to learn more, Gunnar recommends Scientology.org and Scientology.tv.

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. Subscribe to Stories Worth Hearing for more inspiring conversations with host John Quick.

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. 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.

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. Check him out here: https://linktr.ee/9FigureRoofer

On this episode of Stories Worth Hearing, host John Quick sits down with Jayde Laws, founder of Mailzy, one of the fastest growing names in the email marketing world. Jayde has helped generate more than $500 million in revenue for brands and has worked with companies like Magic Mind, helping businesses scale through smarter email marketing, customer retention, and high converting campaigns. In this conversation, Jayde shares how she got started, the wins and failures that shaped her journey, why email marketing is still one of the most powerful tools in business today, and how artificial intelligence is changing the marketing landscape. She also gives practical tips and insights for entrepreneurs, business owners, creators, and marketers looking to grow their audience, increase sales, and build stronger customer relationships. If you are building a business online, this is an episode you do not want to miss. Check her out here: https://www.mailzy.com/

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

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 🚀