What's Your Story with Jaime & Stan

What's Your Story, Dad? Laughter, legacy, and life lessons from the girl dad playbook

Episode Summary

In this heartfelt and hilarious Father’s Day special, Jaime sits down with her dad not just as co-hosts, but as father and daughter reflecting on nearly five decades of love, chaos, wisdom, and who actually controls the remote. From vending machine Yoo-hoos after dance class to deep reflections on legacy, parenting, and personal growth, this episode is part roast, part love letter, and 100% real talk. Jaime’s dad shares his honest take on raising three daughters, what he wishes he knew earlier in life, and why he’s over Father’s Day (but still shows up with dad jokes). Whether you're a dad, have a dad, or just love stories with heart and humor, this episode will make you laugh, cry, and maybe call your old man.

Episode Notes

In this heartfelt and hilarious Father’s Day special, Jaime sits down with her dad not just as co-hosts, but as father and daughter reflecting on nearly five decades of love, chaos, wisdom, and who actually controls the remote.

From vending machine Yoo-hoos after dance class to deep reflections on legacy, parenting, and personal growth, this episode is part roast, part love letter, and 100% real talk. Jaime’s dad shares his honest take on raising three daughters, what he wishes he knew earlier in life, and why he’s over Father’s Day (but still shows up with dad jokes).

Whether you're a dad, have a dad, or just love stories with heart and humor, this episode will make you laugh, cry, and maybe call your old man.

Key topics discussed

Fatherhood, then and now

• Reflections on raising three daughters, the joy of early years, and the challenge of letting go of control as kids grow older
• Why there's no manual for parenting and why every generation does it differently

On legacy and living well

• What Jaime’s dad wants to be remembered for (spoiler: it’s not material success)
• The importance of trying new things, embracing failure, and finding work you love

From psychology to real estate

• How a career that began with a psych degree ended up in a wildly successful 40-year real estate run
• Why helping people buy homes became more than a job it became a way to connect and serve

Advice that actually sticks

• “You generate your own feelings.”
• “There’s no one-size-fits-all life.”
• “Celebrate the people you love not just on Father’s Day.”

The power of shared moments

• Jaime shares the little memories that still mean everything bike rides, dances, vending machines, and surprise tears
• How storytelling and presence leave a lasting impact
   

Memorable Quotes

“You generate your own feelings—no matter what anyone else says or does.” – Stan Brown
“There’s no fear of failure. Just try stuff and see what sticks.” – Stan Brown
“You shouldn’t need a special day to appreciate the people in your life.” – Stan Brown
“Advice is what you ask for when you don’t want to hear anything.” – Stan Brown

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Where to listen & watch

YouTube: https://youtu.be/dBS4n12jdTw 
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