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The Mary Moment

Podcast by Mary Leishman

English

Personal stories & conversations

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About The Mary Moment

Welcome to the Mary Moment! Every Monday, we spend 45 minutes dissecting the zeitgeist. We’re covering it all: the scripted hits, the big-screen blockbusters, and—my personal favorite—the absolute madness of reality TV. But we aren’t just talking about what’s on our screens; we’re talking about what’s on our minds. From navigating the dating scene in the era of dating apps to exclusive interviews with the stars who live the drama, this is your weekly debrief. Grab a drink, get comfortable, and let’s chat.

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19 episodes

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SLEEPER SERIES

Let’s be real for a second: you will never be able to please everyone on the internet. This week, we are pulling back the curtain on the realities of being online, dealing with the noise, and why protecting your peace matters more than winning over strangers in the comments section. But once we get that heavy lifting out of the way, it’s time for the ultimate watch-list roundup! If your TV rotation is feeling a little dry, I am giving you the definitive guide to my absolute favorite underrated television masterpieces. We are talking masterclass acting in Orphan Black, pure comedic genius in Derry Girls, and the gripping, brilliant mystery of Broadchurch. Trust me, do not sleep on these shows. Grab a cold Diet Coke, get cozy, and let’s dive into the TV gems you should have started watching yesterday.

18 May 2026 - 52 min
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The Cafeteria Mormon

In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that is deeply personal and, for many, quite complex: my relationship with the LDS Church. I’ve often described myself as a "Cafeteria Mormon," and today I’m breaking down exactly what that looks like for me. I’m opening up about the aspects of the faith that I truly love—the community, the shared values, and the traditions that have shaped who I am. But in the spirit of total honesty, I’m also getting real about the things I struggle with, the questions I still have, and the parts of the culture that I’ve chosen to leave behind. Whether you are active, navigating your own "cafeteria" style faith, or have moved on from religion entirely, this episode is about finding peace in the middle ground and being okay with a journey that isn't black and white. If you liked todays episode please leave us a 5 ⭐️ rating and review! It really helps! Follow along on social media @themarymomentpod Episode Chapters 0:30 - Current gripes 7:50 - Devil Wears Prada 2 13:09 - Mormonism 101 17:38 - Church structure 23:28 - My relationship with the Church 25:28 - Doctrine vs. Policy 29:25 - Doctrine that hurts 42:20 - President Oaks 51:44 - Why I stay 56:48 - The Cafeteria Mormon

4 May 2026 - 1 h 2 min
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Disneyland Madness

The votes are in, the brackets are closed, and we finally have a winner! This week, we're getting into the results of Disneyland Madness. For the past month, you’ve been voting on your favorite attractions across both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, and let’s just say there were some major upsets. We’re breaking down the entire tournament—from the classic dark rides that got snubbed to the high-thrill coasters that fought their way to the top. If you like me please leave me a 5 ⭐️ rating and review! It really does help! Follow along on Instagram and TikTok @themarymomentpod Episode Chapters 0:30 - Intro 7:37 - Welcome Emma 10:15 - Disney Adults 17:20 - First Round 50:25 - Sweet 16 52:45 - Quarterfinals 54:50 - Semifinals 60:49 - The winner! 67:00 - Outro

27 Apr 2026 - 1 h 8 min
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Purity Culture Meets Pop Culture

In a world where the handmaid’s tale is no longer just fiction, how do we untangle the threads of real-world purity culture from the stories we consume? This week, we’re heading back to Gilead—and our own pasts. We’re diving deep into the TV adaptation of The Testaments to explore the intersection of purity culture and pop culture. We're going over some of the myths that purity culture is built on. If you like me please leave me a 5 ⭐️ rating and review! It really does help! Follow along on Instagram and TikTok @themarymomentpod Episode Chapters 0:30 Intro 5:13 - The Testaments 11:00 - Defining Purity Culture 18:50 - The Gatekeeper Myth 27:03 - The Fairy Tale Myth 32:14 - The Spiritual Benchmark Myth 38:00 - The Damaged Goods Myth 44:00- Shame vs. Guilt

20 Apr 2026 - 55 min
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