The Mary Marantz Show

What if the thing holding you back the most isn’t the fear of failure, but the fear of actually being seen and succeeding? In this special launch day episode, Mary Marantz is the guest on her own show as she is interviewed by her producer, Elizabeth Evans, on the release of her third book, "Underestimated." 

The duo explore how embracing your pivots, facing your fears, and redefining your identity can prop...

What if the most persistent lie fear tells you—the "you're already too late" lie —is actually the dullest, most common trick holding you back from your calling? 

In this episode, Mary welcomes author and podcaster, Rebecca George, to dive deep into the themes of waiting, longing, and naming your fears, all inspired by Rebecca’s new book, "You’re Not Too Late," and Mary’s own journey explored in "Underestim...

Have you ever felt like time is slipping through your fingers, leaving you anxious and overwhelmed? In this episode of the Mary Marantz Show, New York Times best-selling author Chris Guillebeau joins Mary to discuss his latest book, Time Anxiety, and how it addresses the ubiquitous feeling of time scarcity in our lives. 

By diving into Chris's insights about balancing existential fears with daily routines,...

Have you ever considered that the very act of chasing your passion might equally be the pathway to  your greatest fulfillment AND profound suffering? In this episode of the Mary Marantz Show, guest Heather Thompson Day, author of "What If I'm Wrong? Navigating the Waves of Fear and Failure," joins Mary to explore the fine line between faith and delusion. 

By embracing the tension between hope and setback, ...

What would it take for you to rise from disappointment and rebuild a life you love?

In this episode of the Mary Marantz Show, author and content creator, Jessica Turner shares her journey of starting over after a public divorce and finding beauty in unexpected places. As you listen, you'll find inspiration to view setbacks not as endings but as opportunities for transformation and renewed empowerment.

Are doubts about faith a pathway to intimacy with God rather than a sign of weakness? In this inspiring episode, Mary is joined by Niki Hardy, author, speaker, podcaster and coach, to explore the nuanced journey of faith filled with curiosity and imperfections. 

Tune in to:

• Discover why doubts can be a superpower that strengthens, rather than diminishes, your faith.
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Do you feel trapped by your need to please others? Join Mary as she welcomes Jinger Duggar, the sixth child from the Duggar family, to discuss her new book and her journey to overcome the deeply ingrained habit of seeking approval. Through Jinger’s experiences, you'll gain a renewed perspective on how to live authentically and foster genuine connections.

• Jinger Duggar's journey from a strict religiou...

What if the drive to constantly achieve and perform is actually a method of survival from past traumas? In this episode, Mary Marantz is joined by Aundi Kolber, a therapist and author specializing in trauma and resilience, to discuss her approach encapsulated in her books "Try Softer" and her newest release, “Take What You Need.” 

After listening, you'll discover how to shift from a life of anxiety and str...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Cassandra Speer, author and theologian, to explore the complex interplay between fear, purpose, and significance. We delve into the challenges of feeling underestimated and how our past stories can sometimes make us doubt our ability to make a difference.

Cassandra shares her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming an influential voice in Christian circles...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Ian Morgan Cron, host of the extremely popular podcast, Typology, and author of the new book "The Fix." We explore the universal struggle with addiction, but not in the typical way you may be thinking. As we dive into Ian's personal journey of recovery, we uncover how the 12-step principles can benefit not just those battling substance abuse, but also those with patterns of peo...

We are often told the Bible is God’s love letter to us, but how are we supposed to live from that truth in the midst of our mundane task list? How do you think fully understanding God’s love for you would change the way you love yourself? Or even others?

In today’s episode, Mary sits down with author of A Little Goes a Long Way and Everyday Prayers for Love, Rachael Adams. Rachael hopes to help women rea...

Revive: To return to life.

If you need the reminder today that there is NOTHING too dry or too dead for God to revive, to return to life - well, you won’t be able to hit play fast enough.

In one of Mary’s favorite episodes yet, she’s sitting down with the one and only, Cleere Cherry Reaves, the popular writer behind the Cleerely Stated Instagram handle.

After enduring a life chang...

Do you feel like you’re always just one shiny thing away from belonging?

In a digital world where it has become normal to share all the new items we are purchasing, Alison Lumbatis is flipping the script on this narrative.

From Network Engineer to Personal Stylist, Alison’s journey began after she left her 9-5 and realized she was living in only yoga pants on a daily basis. But the impact on h...

If you’ve ever looked around and felt like everyone surrounding you was in a happy, joyful season – and you’re just struggling to get through each day without a lot of hope, this episode is going to provide you with some relief.

Author, editor, and writing educator, Stephanie Duncan Smith, is here to invite you into her story of walking through her dark night season, and bringing you back out into your nex...

You know God is real, and you have a strong faith, but in this season of wilderness you’re left wondering: does God even hear me any more?

Join Mary as she sits with author, speaker, entrepreneur and friend, Rachel Wojo. 

For Rachel, tragic life events are no stranger. Almost simultaneously, Rachel lost her mother to leukemia, discovered her pastor husband was having an affair for 4 of their 5...

It was Hannah Brencher's 33rd birthday when she felt the prompting to turn off her phone. As she reflected on a past year of exhaustion, anxiety, and weariness, she began to wonder if the present moment and who she was in it, would ever be enough. What started as a phoneless day of celebration, connectedness, presence, and rest, gave birth to a one year challenge to unplug for 1000 hours.

In The Unplugged ...

If you love stories of historical women making great impact, reminders that your small action greatly matters, and…well, libraries, then you are in the RIGHT place today.

Sharon McMahon is today’s guest on the Mary Marantz Show and she is here to remind you that audacity is the counterpoint to imposter syndrome - and why lasting change is not just a result of systemic action, but individual action, too.

Have you ever found your heels dug into an argument that was fueled by the heat of conviction? Or caught in the crosshairs of differing perspectives and wishing there was a better way to disagree? 

Join Mary and John Inazu, law professor, author, and speaker, as they discuss the educational gaps in learning to disagree, social media’s impact on conflict resolution, and what it really means to be empathetic...

Have you ever felt like you have a story to tell but don’t know where to begin? Do you feel overwhelmed by or disqualified from the process of writing? 

Join Allison Fallon, author, speaker, and founder of Find Your Voice, as they discuss the importance of sharing our stories, why we need to reframe the meaning we assign to our stories and the magic found in our ordinary lives.

Tune in to hear...