Thursday - June 4th, 2026
Apple News
×

What can we help you find?

Open Menu
September 17th, 2025

Why I Became a Park Ranger

  1. Why I Became a Park Ranger Jody Maberry 13:19

“Sometimes the most meaningful path isn’t the one that looks right on paper—it’s the one that makes you feel most alive.”

Notable Moments

[00:01:00] Leaving a banking career to become a park ranger

[00:02:50] Discovering the power of Legacy in families visiting parks

[00:04:50] A wild arrest story while on bike patrol

[00:08:20] Why Glacier National Park feels like a “long-term relationship”

[00:10:40] Reflecting on the loss of historic buildings at the Grand Canyon

Jody Maberry sits down with returning guest and former Disney animator David Bossert. He asks Jody three questions that lead to a reflection on his unique career path. Jody shares how the loss of his grandmother led him to leave a banking career to become a park ranger, what it was like to navigate unpredictable situations as a law enforcement ranger, and why Glacier National Park continues to capture his heart after years of visits. Their conversation blends stories, laughter, and thoughtful insights about legacy, calm leadership under pressure, and finding the places that make you come alive.

Read the blog for more from this episode. 

Connect with Dave

https://www.davidbossert.com/

Listen to the Skull Rock Podcast

Books from The Old Mill Press

Connect with Jody

www.jodymaberry.com

About Jody – https://jodymaberry.com/about-jody-maberry/

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sugarjmaberry

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodymaberry/

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/sugarjmaberry/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jodymaberry

Jody Maberry Jody Maberry-Podcast Host

Jody Maberry is a former park ranger who became the happiest podcaster on earth. With more than 2,400 podcast episodes across several shows, Jody's podcasts have been listened to more than 4 million times. Jody has been heard around the world on shows such as The Park Leaders Show, Creating Disney Magic, Come Rain or Shine, and Great Escape Radio, among many others.  It's not just his voice that makes Jody a popular host; it's his curiosity, versatility, and ability to create a captivating conversation about any topic. He has hosted podcasts about Disney, recreation, travel writing, leadership, pharmacy, real estate, and self-improvement. His reputation in podcasting has led Jody to be featured in INC, Entrepreneur, The Business Journals, and Bizable TV.  Along with Lee Cockerell, he was nominated for Best Business Podcast and the People's Choice Awards for the popular Creating Disney Magic podcast.

Jody has also become a trusted voice for executives leaving the corporate world. As a guide in the wildernessof personal branding, Jody has worked with executives from well-known companies like Disney, government
officials, and professional athletes.  Jody's storytelling and unique outside perspectiveconnect with audiences and individuals, whether behind a podcast microphone, on the stage, or at a conference table.