

The Mary Marantz Show
Mary Marantz
How do I overcome the FEAR that it’s too late to chase a dream? How do I get out of being STUCK in perfectionism, worrying that people will judge me, and being caught up in comparison and self doubt? How do I stay motivated and stop procrastinating out of fear of failure, always feeling unprepared and unqualified before I even begin? How do I prioritize and start making consistent progress on my goals and dreams with highly successful habits, discipline, and focus? And the biggest question of all, how do I OWN my muddy story with bravery, courage, conviction and faith?
If you have ever asked yourself these questions, take a deep breath, because you’re in the right place.
Welcome to the Mary Marantz Show. Where we answer ALL those questions and more! A space to own the muddy parts of your story, build things that matter, and where slow growth always equals strong roots.
Listen in each week as host, Mary Marantz, brings you honest conversations and her best tips about business, relationships, faith, goals & more... where we feel the fear and move forward anyway.
Along with serving her best business and life tips, you’ll also hear motivating interviews from some of the best in the industry - authors, speakers, leaders, and entrepreneurs like Natalie Franke, Jess Connolly, Jessica Honegger and more– to bring you one step closer to your goals.
You’ll learn business strategies to more effectively serve your audience, receive inspiration to dig deeper and find freedom in relationships, and learn how to build a legacy that lasts.
You’re here and you have scars. You’re here and you have dirt in your story. You’re here and you’re afraid both of those disqualify you before you even start.
But you have a place here. Your story already matters.
Because one day, when we get to where it is we’re going, it won’t be despite these scars we bear. It will always be because of them.
Slow growth equals Strong roots.
If you have ever asked yourself these questions, take a deep breath, because you’re in the right place.
Welcome to the Mary Marantz Show. Where we answer ALL those questions and more! A space to own the muddy parts of your story, build things that matter, and where slow growth always equals strong roots.
Listen in each week as host, Mary Marantz, brings you honest conversations and her best tips about business, relationships, faith, goals & more... where we feel the fear and move forward anyway.
Along with serving her best business and life tips, you’ll also hear motivating interviews from some of the best in the industry - authors, speakers, leaders, and entrepreneurs like Natalie Franke, Jess Connolly, Jessica Honegger and more– to bring you one step closer to your goals.
You’ll learn business strategies to more effectively serve your audience, receive inspiration to dig deeper and find freedom in relationships, and learn how to build a legacy that lasts.
You’re here and you have scars. You’re here and you have dirt in your story. You’re here and you’re afraid both of those disqualify you before you even start.
But you have a place here. Your story already matters.
Because one day, when we get to where it is we’re going, it won’t be despite these scars we bear. It will always be because of them.
Slow growth equals Strong roots.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Apr 7, 2020 • 31min
Facts over Fear: 7 Steps for Managing Your Money in a Pandemic with Rachel Cruze
Do words like ‘fear’ and ‘uncertainty’ come to mind when you think about your financial situation? Perhaps you find yourself wondering how on earth you are going to move forward financially in the midst of a pandemic. If you can relate, this episode is here to help calm your nerves and teach you how to successfully make financial decisions based on facts not fears. In this episode, Mary chats with financial expert and Ramsey personality, Rachel Cruze, known for her passion of teaching others how to handle money with wisdom. Meeting you where you are today, Rachel: Lays out Dave Ramsey’s 7 Baby Steps for money management, Walks through the exact steps you should be taking depending on where you are currently, and Shares practical advice for what you should be doing with your money right now - in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. If you are ready for the tools that can lead you to financial freedom, get your family on the right track, and secure your future financial situation- make sure to tune in to this educational episode. Find Rachel on Instagram here! https://www.instagram.com/rachelcruze/?hl=en

Mar 24, 2020 • 1h 7min
True Calling: Finding Peace and Purpose in Times of Uncertainty with Paula Faris
Do you associate your life's worth with your life's work? Perhaps you are working insane hours, dealing with extreme fatigue, and feel the need to make a change but fear taking that first step. Or maybe, in light of the world’s current pandemic, you find yourself anxious about the outlook and stability of your career - the very thing which you've placed your identity in for so long. If you are questioning where to put your trust and faith when everything around you seems uncertain, this episode is here to remind you that you CAN step out in faith because when God calls you to do something - He equips you, He shows up. In this episode, Mary hosts news correspondent and author of “Called Out”, Paula Faris - who walked away from two dream jobs (her roles as co-anchor on Good Morning America and co-host of The View) as she felt God calling her out of a vicious cycle of being addicted to work. And for what? To find the answer to a question that haunted her: who was she apart from her job? After listening to this engaging episode, you’ll be provoked to answer that same question “who am I outside of my career?’, discover the difference between faith and vocational callings, and learn how to move past the fear that holds you back. If you are ready to find more peace, purpose, and balance in your day-to-day life - tune into this episode. Check out Paula here! https://www.instagram.com/paulafaris/?hl=en Snag her book here! https://www.amazon.com/Called-Out-Traded-Dream-Calling/dp/0764235435

Mar 19, 2020 • 1h 8min
Words for the Soul: The Power of a Story to Battle Lies with Truth with Arielle Estoria
Does the thought of taking the next step- choosing the next direction for your life - simply feel WAY overwhelming to you? Many times, we’ve unknowingly let the opinions of others define who we are - which hinders our trust in ourselves. It leaves us with a feeling of being less-than. With all the voices going on in our heads - of course we feel inadequate to make a decision! If this is you, be prepared for this episode to inspire your mind to action and encourage your heart to realize your worthiness. In this episode, Mary spends time with Spoken Word poet, writer, and author - Arielle Estoria. Through various aspects of storytelling, and a “Words not for the ears but for the soul” motto, Arielle opens up about her personal journey as a creative, the power of words to bridge the heart and mind, body positivity, and the heartbeat of her work- reminding others of their value through words. After listening, you will be equipped to battle lies with truth, feel encouraged to tap into your various gifts during different seasons of life, and recognize what it looks like to get comfortable in your own skin. If you are ready to embrace a fresh perspective of your value and worthiness, and walk in truth and confidence - tune into this episode. Check out Arielle here! https://www.instagram.com/arielleestoria/?hl=en

Mar 17, 2020 • 53min
Adoration: How to Experience God in the Middle Minutes of Your Day with Sara Hagerty
Do the circumstances in your life ever make it feel like God is far away? Perhaps it seems that your time with Him feels more like a routine or task rather than a longing or desire. If this sounds all too familiar, rest assured that this episode is here to speak to your heart and encourage you even in seasons of hardship. In this episode, Mary chats candidly with author, wife, and mom of 7 - Sara Hagerty - as the two talk about Sara’s new book ADORE and dig deep about the practice of experiencing God in the ‘middle minutes’ of your day. We get it - the word 'adoration' may not be in your typical, day to day vocabulary, but you’re about to learn why this word is going to change the way you see your daily life. After listening, you’ll learn how adoration will improve your perspective, how to go about developing a daily practice of adoration, and what it looks like to choose trust and praise even in the midst of life’s toughest moments. If your life is in need of a ‘system interrupt’ and a reminder that God draws near to the brokenhearted, tune into this episode. Check out Sara's book on preorder now! https://www.amazon.com/Adore-Simple-Practice-Experiencing-Minutes/dp/0310357004

Mar 12, 2020 • 1h 5min
Mom Set Free: How to Live From the Depths of God's Grace with Jeannie Cunnion
Are you worn out from the constant pressure of motherhood? Do you feel crushed by the weight of having to be ‘good enough’ in all areas of life - work, home, family, and faith? If you can relate, this episode is here to help you leave behind the world’s impossible standards for motherhood, while embracing God’s sovereignty for your life. In this episode, Mary talks with speaker and author of “Parenting the Wholehearted Child” and “Mom Set Free”, Jeannie Cunnion. Known for her passion of encouraging women to live in the freedom for which Christ has set us free, Jeannie speaks candidly of how God opened her eyes and set her free from the pressure to be perfect for her kids, free from performing for the love and acceptance of God, and free from pretending to have it all together. After listening, you’ll discover how the Gospel empowers you to parent in the freedom of God’s sovereignty, you’ll learn how to trust God with what He's entrusted to you, and you’ll be encouraged that your job as a parent is not to be the perfection of Christ, but rather to point your children to Christ. If you’re ready to find relief from the pressure to get it all right, give yourself some grace, and enjoy your parenting journey a little more - tune into this episode. Check out Jeannie here! https://www.instagram.com/jeanniecunnion/?hl=en And her book here! https://www.amazon.com/Mom-Set-Free-Relief-Pressure/dp/1501156446

Mar 10, 2020 • 1h 15min
How to Walk Away From Playing it Safe and Pursue Your Calling with Morgan Harper Nichols
Do you find yourself trying to constantly live up to the expectations of others? Maybe you have dreams you wish to chase, but instead stick to the ‘safe’ choices so that you don’t risk ‘failure’ or challenge the expectations that others have placed on you? If this is you, this episode is here to remind you that you are not alone and that your story and your dreams matter. In this episode, Mary digs deep with writer, artist, musician - Morgan Harper Nichols, known for her beautiful, viral Instagram poetry that is inspiring millions. You won't want to miss out on Morgan’s unique story of the power of vulnerability, empathy, and letting go. After listening you’ll hear how Morgan walked away from the 'safe' things in her life in order to create an entirely new category of art, you'll learn why releasing control is scary yet necessary, and you'll be empowered to pursue the things for which you were created. If you are ready to be encouraged to chase your dreams while giving yourself grace - tune into this episode. Find Morgan's book here!

Mar 5, 2020 • 1h 11min
I Wrote A Book!: Real Talk On Stepping Away From the Noise and Doing Deep Work
Have you ever found yourself desiring to accomplish a meaningful and personal goal - but your time and mental energy seem divided from so many distractions?! In this special episode, Mary is swapping roles and is the one answering the questions, rather than doing asking. Tune in as Mary invites on her podcast producer, Elizabeth Evans, to ask her all about her book writing process and the unexpected transformation she experienced. The two are diving into what Mary realized after stepping away from social media for 3 months, what to do when we face challenges in taking steps toward our calling, what her relationship with fear is like now, the difference in isolation and solitude, and what peace looks like coming out of one of the hardest, spiritual seasons of life. If you’re ready for a vulnerable conversation jam packed with motivation to continue in whatever your battle field currently looks like - this episode is for you.

Mar 3, 2020 • 1h 2min
Overthinking Got You Stuck? Here’s How to Stop the Cycle with Anne Bogel
Do you feel stuck in the cycle of overthinking? Maybe it’s your business, goals, or mom life? Perhaps you feel incompetent to make the ‘right’ decision - so you don’t make one at all? If this is you - this episode will speak right to your heart AND mind. In this episode, Mary invites on author and blogger, Anne Bogel, as the two dive into how easy it is to become stagnant in the overwhelm of decision fatigue. After listening, you’ll learn how Anne overcame spinning out thoughts, how to make your thoughts your allies, and how to get working on things that really matter to you. If you’re ready to clear the space, actually sleep well again - and move forward into the work you were called to - tune into this episode. Check out Anne's book here!!

Feb 18, 2020 • 1h 4min
Do It Scared: Why Your Story Was Made to Be Shared with Christy Wright
Ready to start sharing more of your story in your business, in your platform, or simply with your friends and neighbors? But somehow, you always talk yourself out of it? There can be so many negative narratives that we tell ourselves like, 'My story isn't as important as I think,' 'I bet all the critics will come out', or how about, 'I don't even know where to start because there is so much overwhelm.' If this is you, this episode is going to speak right to your heart! Get ready to learn what to share, when to share, and how to incorporate your story more in your everyday life. Tune in as Mary invites on author, Certified Business Coach, and Ramsey personality, Christy Wright as they dive into how to dismiss, control, and take your thoughts captive so you can make way to share your story with those who need it most. You'll learn how to move past unhealthy expectations in a relationship, why your story doesn't disqualify you but is actually the reason people will buy from you, and why people will be impressed by your success, but will connect with your weakness. If you know you have a story, and you've been holding back from sharing, get ready to knock out the fear and step into your impact. Check out Christy on Instagram!

Jan 28, 2020 • 1h 7min
Coming Undone to Performing: Why We Aren’t Called to Just Be Comfortable with Nicole Zasowski
When you walk into a room, or you’re making new friends, do you ever feel like you have to lead with telling others about your achievements? Because maybe you’re questioning - ‘why would this person like me if they don't know what I’ve accomplished, who I know, or what I have to offer?’ If this sounds like you, and you're tired of outdoing your last accomplishment, this episode will feel like an extra dose of healing power to your overachieving heart. In today’s episode, Mary is chatting with author, speaker and licensed marriage and family therapist, Nicole Zasowski. The two ladies are covering all the hard hitters from only feeling relevant to the extent of what you can offer to what is left once the accomplishments are off the table. You’ll walk away with tangible steps to overcome perfectionism, letting go of other people’s perceptions of you, and begin settling into exactly who you are - even without the achievements. Remember, your worth is not on the far side of your dreams and goals achieved. You are enough right now. Today. Just as you are. If you’d like to hear more from Nicole, her new book, From Lost to Found: Giving up what you think you want for what will set you free hits shelves today! For more information about the book, visit nicolezasowski.com/book.