The Cafeteria Mormon

HYSTERIA in the Courtroom!

How many times have you heard a woman described as "crazy" simply for showing a shred of intense emotion? From classical literature to modern media, the "crazy woman" trope is one of society’s favorite ways to dismiss female pain, anger, and heartbreak. But what happens when that label leaves the realm of casual gossip and enters a court of law? This week, we are diving deep into the court cases of Makenzie Shirilla, Michelle Carter, and Laura Owens. All three of these women have been deemed "crazy" by the media Grab your dirty soda as we unpack the trope, challenge the narrative, and ask the hard question: when does society's obsession with calling women "crazy" stop us from seeing the actual truth? Episode Chapters 0:30 - Intro 2:00 - Clapping and cheering 8:00 - B*tching and moaning 15:18 - Love Trapped 20:25 - Hysteria and "CRAZY" Women 29:20 - Mackenzie Shirilla 40:32 - Michelle Carter 51:00 - Laura Owens 58:16 - Outro

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.

Pop Culture Catch Up

We are recapping the 2026 Met Gala and discussing who actually followed the "Fashion is Art" dress code (looking at you, Beyoncé!) and who just… showed up. Then, we’re heading to Utah (and Orange County?) to dive into the latest chaos from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Between the TikTok drama and the new spinoff news, we have thoughts. Finally, since it’s Mother’s Day season, we’re shouting out our favorite fictional moms—from the chaotic energy of Joyce Byers to the flexibility of Helen Parr! Episode Chapters 0:30 - Intro 2:45 - Clapping and Cheering 10:04 - B*tching and Moaning 15:15 - Hawaiian Monk Seal 23:00 - Met Gala 36:19 - SLOMW OC 42:00 - Mother's Day 47:40 - Moms in the Media

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

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