In this solo episode of The Mary Marantz Show, Mary talks about what it looks like to SHOW UP and co-create with your audience.

Most of us are so busy worrying about "What might go wrong?" that we forget to say, "Yea, but who might it help?"

So to help us do that, Mary pulls back the curtain on one of her very first videos in her signature Writing Course and allows us to listen in as she uses Stan Lee's Spiderman, Glossier, and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson to illustrate the delicate balance between being TRUE to yourself… and SERVING your people (yes, even if you don't quite know who those people are yet!)

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In this episode of The Mary Marantz Show, host Mary Marantz sits down with Nathan Clarkson- an accomplished actor, author, and filmmaker- to discuss his new book "I'm the Worst." Nathan shares his experiences growing up in a prominent Christian family, the pressures of public perception, and the journey of embracing his true self amidst personal struggles. The conversation delves into themes of vulnerability, the dichotomy between public and private personas, the difference between living a "speck" life vs. a "plank" life, and the importance of facing one's darkness to find healing and true connection.In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why Freedom can be found by first admitting our Faults
• A story about G.K. Chesterton that will CHANGE what you think is wrong with the world
• The productivity that can be unleashed by leaning in to your "plank in my own eye" Era!
• The Superiority Bias that tells us "it's not me, it's YOU"
• What Dale Carnegie gets RIGHT about human nature, but WRONG about iron sharpening iron
• What the command to "go and sin no more" might really mean in a fallen world
• Impostor Syndrome already tells us we're the WORST… here's how to show up ANYWAY
• and SO much more!

Also be sure to check out Mary's episode on Nathan's podcast The Overthinkers: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-136-underestimated-overthinking-and-showing/id1687839937?i=1000750303414

In this solo episode of The Mary Marantz Show, Mary talks about why one of Fear's favorite scripts is "What if ALL of this is just a WASTE of time?"

She explains that one of the most BRUTAL things about being an adult is that we start to develop this muscle memory for disappointment. We've been here before. We've tried that before. And it didn't work out. And how that instant sting of "let down" can turn into a chronic case of "give up" if we're not careful.

Connecting the dots between a viral post of hers that said "None of this will be wasted" and the new Rachel McAdams movie "Send Help," Mary sets out to show us how some of our greatest disappointments can immediately precede some of our biggest breakthroughs. And that us continuing to SHOW UP, even here in the wilderness, may very well become someone else's survival guide.

In this episode of The Mary Marantz Show, Mary sits down with Tanner Olson (of WrittentoSpeak fame!) to discuss his brand new book, Getting Through What You're Going Through!

The two explore themes of hope, grief, and the creative process. The conversation delves into the importance of radical acceptance, the challenges of writing, and the balance between excellence and consistency in creative endeavors. Tanner shares personal experiences of navigating life's difficulties and emphasizes the beauty found in the messiness of life and art. The episode concludes with insights on trusting the process and savoring every moment of our journey.

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In this Episode, you'll discover:

• Why "radical acceptance" is the first step to change.
• Why Tanner says his stress (and ulcer!) was a symptom of PRIDE
• The Dunning Kruger Effect and why it's always the ones with the most talent who doubt themselves the most
• The difference between GOING through tough times vs. just GETTING through them
• The beauty found at the intersection of grief and joy
• REAL TALK about how the creative process often involves struggle and self-doubt.
• Consistency in sharing our work (not just creating it) is crucial for growth.
• Art reflects the messiness of life.
• Trusting the process is essential in creative endeavors.
• Why God is slow… until He ISN'T
• and SO much more!

In this solo episode of The Mary Marantz Show, Mary talks about what it looks like to PRACTICE failing (or more to the point… FALLING!) Drawing an unexpected parallel (the way only Mary can!) between the Olympics and the new season of the show Shrinking, Mary digs into building the muscle memory of falling down seven times but getting back up eight.

Most people never get around to actually SHOWING UP and getting started on the dream because they are SO terrified of falling on their faces even once. Mary is going to show you why this is not only the price of admission to becoming one of the GREATS… it actually makes for a far more interesting plot line!

In the words of Denzel Washington, "EASE is a far greater threat to your progress than HARDSHIP could ever be."

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In this episode of The SHOW UP Season, Mary sits down with author and influencer Kendall Mariah to talk about her brand new book This Little Fire of Mine: How Flickers of Doubt Can Spark a Bolder, Brighter Faith. The two talk about Kendall's journey from a childhood steeped in photography to navigating the complexities of neurodivergence, creativity, and authenticity in the creative industry. She discusses her experiences with Impostor Syndrome, the power of vulnerability in storytelling, and the importance of BOTH faith and doubt in her life… arguing that some of the most important work we'll do- both in our faith and in the world- will be to show up and ask the really hard questions. To that end, Kendall opens up about her adoption journey, the challenges of parenting, and her growing awareness of social justice issues in light of her newfound motherhood.

In this Episode, we'll dig into: *How neurodivergence influences the way Kendall navigates creativity and "breaking the rules" *Why vulberability, not virality, has BUILT Kendall's platform *The ways in which Impostor Syndrome can resurface even (especially?) after getting everything you wanted *Why "deconstruction" can really mean just taking things apart to understand how they work *All the ways the world tells women to shrink, to "lead the boat, but don't ROCK the boat" *How small moments of hope can help us sit in the refining fire longer (and come out transformed on the other side) … and SO much more!

In this solo episode of The Mary Marantz Show, Mary dissects what some of the all-time BEST Super Bowl commercials have in common… and what this can actually TEACH us about playing small. Tying in a favorite episode of Mad Men, Mary dives deep into the temptation to push only whatever is shiny & new vs. leaning in to true storytelling (and nostalgia!)

She ties these two parallel conversations together to show that the world is going to try to tempt you into believing that the loudest, most expensive, and most disruptive is what gets remembered… when actually, it's something far more SIMPLE than that.

Do you know that you should show up more online, but every time you think of talking to the camera you just freeze up? Do you overthink every B-roll reel, what to share (and NOT share), and what visuals should go with it?

In this episode, Mary sits down with professional brand photographer and coach, Quianna Marie, to talk about the courage to SHOW up, SUCCESS, pivoting, and how to turn content into true TRUST and CONNECTION.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• What a "personal brand" has to do with the show Yellowstone
• Posing, Lighting & Photography tips to get your best images ever
• A B-roll checklist that will make creating content a breeze
• Why the real FEAR here is the Fear of Being Seen (and how to stop making it about you)
• How to create content that both shows the journey right now… AND the person you are becoming
• and seriously SO much more!

After listening, you'll walk away on FIRE to really SHOW UP online as your real, quirky self. Because what we know is this: We don't need your perfect. We just need YOU.

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In this solo episode of The Mary Marantz Show, Mary digs into why it is true that, for most of us, IMPATIENCE kicks in long before CONSISTENCY has a chance to. She does this by breaking down 4 critical rules from The Law of the Harvest (including "you cannot reap what you did not sow")… and what this has to do with celebrating even our SMALLEST wins as a radical act of rebellion against SHAME. Mary encourages listeners to SHOW UP with PATIENCE and keep planting even when nothing is happening, trusting that what is being built in the hidden seasons is necessary to one day hold the harvest.

NEW for writers: The Writing Prompts In this episode:

• The law of the harvest teaches us that we reap what we sow.
• Patience is essential; we often want immediate results.
• Shame can prevent us from celebrating our small wins.
• We should not compare our beginnings to others' successes.
• The act of showing up is a victory in itself.
• Growth happens in the unseen moments of our journey.
• Celebrating small wins can help maintain motivation.
• The foundation of success is built during the waiting period.
• Every effort we make contributes to our eventual success.

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In this episode of the Mary Marantz Show, we talk ALL about the importance of showing up over and over in life, planting small seeds of faith, and the significance of love in our actions. Joined by author Cynthia Yanof, the two explore the transition from law to authorship, the lessons learned from law school (including a stress dream come to life on a Contracts exam!), and the impact of waiting and watching for growth. The conversation emphasizes redefining success beyond measurable goals and the role of struggles and setbacks that inevitably come anytime you do work that matters, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace their journey however long it takes. Cynthia's New Book: How'd I Miss That? Mary's Latest Book: Underestimated In this episode:

• We never asked you to be perfect, just to show up.
• Small seeds planted consistently lead to significant growth.
• Our outlook on life can change our actions and impact others.
• Love is the foundation of meaningful actions.
• Waiting can be a time of valuable growth and preparation.
• Success should be redefined beyond measurable goals.
• Struggles can lead to personal growth and empathy.
• Every small act of kindness can have a lasting impact.
• Perspective matters in understanding our journey.
• Faith and love should guide our daily decisions.