Everyone has an authentic, interesting story that we can all relate to. Our podcast gives these stories the space to be heard. Along the way, we will laugh, learn, and appreciate this interesting and crazy journey called life. Tom and Rob are quite different, but they do share an interest in hearing stories about people’s lives, the good, the bad, and the ugly. Our conversations with guests, from all over the country, will be entertaining and enlightening. Enjoy the ride!
Authentic: Conversations with Stock & Hicksy
Claim This Podcastby Rob Stockhausen and Tom Hicks
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54 episodes
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Everyone has an authentic, interesting story that we can all relate to. Our podcast gives these stories the space to be heard. Along the way, we will laugh, learn, and appreciate this interesting and crazy journey called life. Tom and Rob are quite different, but they do share an interest in hearing stories about people’s lives, the good, the bad, and the ugly. Our conversations with guests, from all over the country, will be entertaining and enlightening. Enjoy the ride!
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Recent Episodes
November 20, 2025
"To Honor the Dead, You Got to Live": Roy Woolwine, The Frankie Woolwine Story Foundation
<p>In this powerful and deeply moving podcast episode, Stock and Hicksy sit down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/roy-woolwine-b7a0387/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Roy Woolwine</a>, who turned an unimaginable tragedy into a mission of hope. After losing his teenage son Frankie in a drunk-driving accident, Roy founded the <a href="https://thefrankiechallenge.org/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Frankie Woolwine Story Foundation</a>. It is a non-profit organization dedicated to warning high schoolers about the real, life-altering consequences of impaired driving.</p><p>Roy tells Stock and Hicksy about his journey through grief, the community that supported him, and what pushed him to share Frankie’s story with high schoolers across the country and in the Richmond, VA area. His message has reached over four million students, inspiring them to make smart, life-saving choices. Thanks to a junior board made up of Frankie’s friends, strong community support, and Roy’s powerful message, the foundation has expanded its reach, all in the hope of preventing more tragic deaths. Roy also describes how losing his first wife affected Frankie and how we need to find someone to talk about our pain. Don't keep it in. Share it with others and seek healing,</p><p>This is a podcast episode you won’t forget. Please share it with others who have lost a family member due to drunk or distracted driving. </p>
September 23, 2025
"Resilience, Family, and Life Lessons": Marvin Bush, Winston Capital Management
<p>Hicksy began this podcast by giving a shoutout to Kyle Benson, who is fighting lymphoma cancer at UVA Medical Center. Our thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family. </p><p>Stock and Hicksy then turn their attention to their podcast guest, <strong>Marvin P. Bush. </strong>He is a University of Virginia grad who grew up in a well-known political family, yes, his father was President George H.W. Bush, and his brother is President George W. Bush. Marvin talks about the stunning cancer diagnosis that his wife, Margaret, had when she was only six years old. He also describes his own serious health issue at 29 years old while on a business trip. Marvin shares how family support and faith carried him through adversity and shaped the values he lives by today.</p><p>Resilience and loved ones make all the difference when tackling health challenges. A political upbringing gave Marvin a unique perspective on relationships and leadership. His education and athletics at Woodbury Forest and UVA left a lasting impact. Adoption was also a life-changing chapter for Marvin and Margaret. Successful businesses thrive when you surround yourself with capable people. He also tells the podcast audience the lessons he learned from his father on leadership, and from tennis on humility and sportsmanship</p><p>Marvin and his wife, Margaret, live in the Charlottesville, VA area and he is the Managing Partner of <a href="https://www.winstoncap.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Winston Capital Management. </a></p><p></p>
August 13, 2025
Perspectives from The Magic Man: Jimmy Miller, The Miller Financial Group
<p>Our guest was known as "The Magic Man". Jimmy Miller was a standout player for the University of Virginia Basketball team from 1981 to 1985. Jimmy was instrumental in leading the Cavaliers to the Sweet 16, Elite 8, and the 1984 Final Four, where he was named MVP of the Eastern Regional. </p><p>Despite being heavily recruited by Duke, Jimmy chose UVA, where he played 132 games and became a beloved figure in college basketball. He was heavily recruited by Princeton and West Virginia before becoming a UVA legend. </p><p>He tells Stock and Hicksy what he believes is the greatest play in UVA Basketball history. Jimmy also tells us about founding his financial firm and how it has become a boutique financial firm with clients from all over the country.</p><p>Finally, you will hear about his passion, magic, and especially storytelling through magic. Stock recalls Jimmy doing the greatest magic trick he has ever seen. Jimmy also explains why he thinks this UVA basketball season may be an exciting one under the new leadership. </p><p>Jimmy Miller can be reached at his financial planning firm, <a href="https://www.themillerfinancialgroup.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">The Miller Financial Group</a>. </p>
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