Best Digging Up The Duggars Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 133 - Junk Scuffle 2:18:35

1h ago2:18:35

2:18:35

No soft opens in this episode, we hard cut to the brood in the Big Apple. We get a total callback to a previous episode while watching Lego struggle to function in a public transit setting. Have you ever wanted to see too many people serve in a very small soup kitchen? Well, you're in luck. In our Dig, we explore more of the absolute drivel that Bi…

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Episode 132 - I Can See Yo' Back Skin 2:25:28

4d ago2:25:28

2:25:28

We watch the brood run amok in a Kiddie Casino. The tokens were flowing, the cheap pizza was getting devoured, and we see the Dancing King use hard-earned tickets to buy something for Hannie. Super Sweet gesture. We watch 2 of the boys, and Grandma get equipped with new bikes. In our Dig, we take a look at a book written about the early days of Bil…

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Episode 131 - There's No Froggin' Way 2:31:35

12d ago2:31:35

2:31:35

Welcome to the triumphant return of Dr. Diligence D.D.S! Pest and Joe can't seem to handle the one thing asked of them, before THEIR medical procedure. We then watch, yet again, as Lego tries to bend the rules. He is swiftly shutdown by our new favorite side character of the series. It is so satisfying to watch someone else who will not give in to …

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Why Procrastination Isn’t Laziness: How to Tame Your Inner Critic and Channel Your Best Work with Britt Frank 54:54

13d ago54:54

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What if your procrastination and inner critic were actually trying to help you, not sabotage you? In this episode, Mary sits down with psychotherapist and author Britt Frank to unpack the myths and truths behind fear, procrastination, and the complex cast of “parts” within our minds, as explored in Britt’s new book, Align Your Mind. In this episode…

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Episode 130 - She Let the Pickle Out of the Jar 2:20:09

19d ago2:20:09

2:20:09

Josie and a random smattering of Duggars head back to Little Rock for a check-up. This, of course, leaves Jessa in charge. Lego Hair was there... and that's the extent of how much he brings to the table in these situations. In our Dig, we explore how this group loves to repackage parentification, into something the children "beg" to do. They PR spi…

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It’s Underestimated Launch Day! How to Quit Playing Small, Name the Fear… and Move Forward ANYWAY with special guest host Elizabeth Evans 1:09:28

20d ago1:09:28

1:09:28

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…

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Episode 129 - AND I'M ALXIS BRYER!!! 2:22:01

29d ago2:22:01

2:22:01

Watch as the Duggar Boys destroy an innocent taco restaurant. Lego Hair decides to repeatedly tell us the cliff's notes of this episode. "Josh bought a new car lot. It used to be an old taco restaurant". The Dancing King definitely took center stage. Lego Hair bringing a 6-year-old to participate in a major commercial demolition was not as producti…

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You’re Not Too Late: Trusting God’s Timing When You Feel like You Missed Your Window with Rebecca George 59:38

28d ago59:38

59:38

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…

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Episode 128 - Church in the Front, Let's Not Talk About the Back 2:04:39

1M ago2:04:39

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Snow Warning! We watch as the TTM is blanketed with 2 feet of snow! We can add to the Duggars Recipe Box with their showcase of "Snow Ice Cream". This is a completely foreign concept to a good ole Arizona couple like us. In our Dig, we get into a further examination of Jingy V's book. We take a hard look into how what-should-have-been a memoir to r…

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What If It’s Already Too Late: How Time Anxiety Keeps Us Playing Small with Chris Guillebeau 43:19

1M ago43:19

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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 insig…

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Episode 127 - M'Jildred is the New J'Balloon Man 2:20:34

1M ago2:20:34

2:20:34

If there's anything that we should expect out of children it's that they need to carry their weight and contribute to their family's finances. Every kid with a J name within the T.T.M. got rounded up to put in a little elbow grease. Send your kids to clean up a filthy residence you just bought? Check! Have your child grabbing last month's meatloaf?…

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What if it Doesn’t Work Out? Navigating Fear and Failure with Heather Thompson Day 1:04:33

1M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

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 delu…

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Episode 126 - Your Son Just Woke Up from his Nap! 1:56:08

2M ago1:56:08

1:56:08

We got a Special, Y'all! We get to see Anna have a baby, and Pest take a nap, give advice nobody wants, and overall be annoying. They should've title this episode "First REAL Duggar Grandchild" because this one is a boy. Move over, Mackynzie! We got to see Hannie be in the big girl's club. And get ready because the amount of Smug in this episode is…

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I Thought It Would Be Better Than This: How the Fear of Disappointment Keeps Us From Moving Forward with Jessica Turner 59:49

2M ago59:49

59:49

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 opp…

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Episode 125 - He's Praying at a 5th Grade Level 2:28:30

2M ago2:28:30

2:28:30

Those Duggars invade Colorado Springs to speak at Focus on the Family. We get more examples of how, even on the road, the Duggirls have to take care of, well…. everything. We watch Pest really provide for his pregnant wife by taking care of the duffel AND the backpack while his expecting wife pushes the luggage cart that is full to the brim. In our…

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When Self-Doubt Shouts ‘Who Am I to Even Try?’ with Niki Hardy 1:13:48

2M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

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 dimini…

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Episode 124 - Just a Spear, to Take the Edge Off 2:17:16

2M ago2:17:16

2:17:16

So Lego is taking Cannon to El Salvador for the first time. She decides to trim up that lego hair piece before they go. What are the kids gonna do with the parents gone? Well, the same as they always do : everything. In our Dig, we explore Mary Pride's book, "The Way Home:Beyond Feminism Back to Reality". The book that is credited with sparking the…

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Episode 123 - Don't Sack Talk Me 1:37:37

2M ago1:37:37

1:37:37

The Brood (minus Josie and Cannon) make their way to go skiing. We get the triumphant return of "Buy Used Save the Difference", we watch the kids work with some very patient ski instructors, and Lego's buffoon-ery is on absolute display. He must not understand, because when he doesn't listen and is overbearing at home, Cannon looks at him sweetly a…

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Episode 122 - Like A Single 2:07:16

3M ago2:07:16

2:07:16

The Bates are back, baby! We are able to experience this mass of khakis and denim skirts through the eyes of the Duggar's house guest. She talks about how she can't tell some of them apart. Same, sister! With that many little kids, germs course through so many of them. I can only imagine the amount of uncovered coughing going on. In our Dig, we tak…

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Episode 121 - Springdale Drift 2:23:50

3M ago2:23:50

2:23:50

**This episode ALSO contains more Pest than is recommended for listening consumption. Digger discretion is still advised. ** This time he's pretending to be a big boss man. In typical Duggar fashion we get a horrible use of time and preparation so they're scrambling. The clan needs to go to city officials to see if they can re-zone a new car lot an…

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Episode 120 - Girrrl, You ARE the Red Flag 1:51:20

3M ago1:51:20

1:51:20

Content Warning ***this episode had way too much Pest for anyone's consumption. Digger discretion is advised*** We get to see the "ginder" of Pest and Anna's next creation. We watch as Lego Hair is annoying, nothing new there. And Cannon drains all of the toner in the family's office copier, in order to print out two giant color pictures of the mal…

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People Pleaser: Why Your Calling Is More Important Than Their Criticism with Jinger Duggar Vuolo 59:27

3M ago59:27

59:27

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 connec…

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Episode 119 - Billy G-String 2:14:40

3M ago2:14:40

2:14:40

I'm really not sure how Anna came up with the most creative idea...she invited the stateside Duggars over for dinner. We watch the crew at the Pest Nest and we see the Lost Boys menacing a kitty. It was too real for Mildred. We see the mission part of the Brood make their way back to the States in time to celebrate Josie's first birthday. In our Di…

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Try Softer: How to Down Shift Out of Survival Mode by Integrating Your Story with Aundi Kolber 1:07:01

3M ago1:07:01

1:07:01

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, y…

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Episode 118 - Ereptile Dysfunction 2:08:11

4M ago2:08:11

2:08:11

We get another chance to watch Buffoon and Company in Latin America. Watch him butcher a foreign language, again. We see the fam saying some tearful goodbyes to their new friends while Jana gets some serious rubik's cube time in. Back home, Famy gets to Fame while taking the little ones to a reptile "museum". Our unenthusiastic host has some really…

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Ready As You Are: How to Ditch Impostor Syndrome for a Life of Purpose with Cassandra Speer 53:22

4M ago53:22

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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 chil…

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Episode 117 - THE Landlord Special 2:38:13

4M ago2:38:13

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It's that time of year again, we get to see Lego Hair completely butcher a foreign language and expect everyone to find it hilarious like Baby Cannon does. Watch as the Dug-girls are completely unprepared for this hike between countries and get a little snippy when asked about it. In our Dig, we take a look at Short-term Mission Work and what, if a…

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The Fix: How to Break Your Addiction to Perfectionism One Small Step At a Time with Ian Morgan Cron 1:04:49

4M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

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 …

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Episode 116 - Moi?!? 2:05:12

4M ago2:05:12

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It's your girl, Joy's birthday. Watch the clan as they shoehorn in the plan they had and totally say it’s what she wanted to do for her birthday. At least there's ice cream at the end. Jordyn also makes one of the best subtle roasts of Lego Hair that we've seen in this podcast. We Dig into a court case about a company, just casually, voluntelling t…

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Episode 115 - Sun-In Jesus 3:05:38

4M ago3:05:38

3:05:38

Aaaaannnnddddd We Are Back! Welcome to our first episode of 2025. We watch the whole fam travel to Eureka Springs to the "largest outdoor drama in the U.S": The Great Passion Play. You may also notice the large, sassy statue of Jesus! You can't miss it. If you thought we were just talking about a statue with resting, fed-up face, we're not. The sto…

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Episode 114 - Gross. Moving on. 1:54:53

5M ago1:54:53

1:54:53

Michelle gives us a whole bunch of "What Do You Mean, We?" energy in this episode, as she gets to ditch the fam and spend the day recording an audio version of their book. And we see a whole segment of Duggars at a fish fry, yet don't get any "Duggars Dine Out" square. It's a shame. ***Trigger Warning : This Dig contains segments where we talk abou…

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Episode 113 - Here Comes the Deacon with a Chair! 2:27:06

6M ago2:27:06

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Its understandable that Cannon doesn't get super excited about the men in her life. Lego Hair leaves much to be desired. Watch as she might shake out of her hose when they get a visit from Doctor Charles Stanley, rock star preacher! Watch as he really doesn't care while he's in their house but he definitely takes time to sign some bibles, Legend th…

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Love Actually IS All Around with Rachael Adams 56:34

6M ago56:34

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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…

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Episode 112 - Factson Jackson 1:52:04

6M ago1:52:04

1:52:04

Its time to get out the vote! Think that John David Duggar sounds like a little kid play-acting as an adult? Feel free to throw your vote towards the much more adult sounding John Duggar for City Council! We watch as John follows in his father's uh....successful footsteps. In our Dig, we look at IBLP creeping its tentacles into political positions …

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Episode 111 - Every Gift Begins with Pray 2:28:03

6M ago2:28:03

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We are back for Season 5! The Recap is cappier! The Dig is deeper! Tim's bingo is...uhhhh bingo-er. We talk Halloween costumes, new bingo boards and watch as Cannon gets to actually do something because she's actually not pregnant. In our Dig, we explore how Franklin Graham continues to be awful and the subject is not the year's newest Hallmark Mov…

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Episode 110 - State of the Pod 4: Breaking Boof 2:15:17

7M ago2:15:17

2:15:17

Well Diggers, we've made it to the end of season 4. It has been a long and wild season, but join us as we explore the growth we've had. We talk bingos, Halloween Parties and answer your hard-hitting questions. Its been a blast and, once again, thank you so much for being with us on this journey. We appreciate you, and we will return in Season 5! Li…

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Feeling Bone Dry & Exhausted? How to REVIVE in Scarcity Seasons with Cleere Cherry Reaves 1:05:18

7M ago1:05:18

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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 ha…

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Episode 109 - I Hope God Pays Mileage 1:51:59

7M ago1:51:59

1:51:59

We have arrived at the end of Season 4! Its been a ride with this brood. The last episode of the season is a "special" that has us watching some Duggar Child birthdays (except for one), a ridiculous amount of Pest content, and listen to Whitney and I stress out, big time due to them still planning a birthday party less than 8 hours before its suppo…

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Not Sure What to Wear? How to Break the Yoga Pants Rut Using the Outfit Formula with Alison Lumbatis 1:06:50

7M ago1:06:50

1:06:50

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 yo…

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Episode 108 - Weens Up for Jesus, Boys 2:08:41

7M ago2:08:41

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The Brood picks up where they left off, in Louisville for a speaking engagement at basketball arena-sized mega church. The kids play some rough violin and sing a barbershop-style hymn. Out of all of those Duggars, the hot ticket for autographs, was Soundman Jim! The Stache, himself. In our Spooky Season Dig, we went Ween. JesusWeen that is...nope, …

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Episode 107 - Watch Out Mildred, You Have Competition 2:10:17

8M ago2:10:17

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We watch as the brood hits the road to head to Lousiville, Kentucky for a speaking engagement. Cannon is staying back with Josie and then flying out there. By the way, were you aware that Josie spits up a lot? And that B.C. is right where she needs to be? Of Course you are, those are the only pre-determined comments that Lego Hair left her to say s…

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Even After Everything: Hope is Risky… Here’s How to Try Again Anyway with Stephanie Duncan Smith 1:05:44

8M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

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…

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Episode 106 - Are You DTC? 2:01:16

8M ago2:01:16

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Double length episodes are usually chock full o' content. This one has the Duggars taking the reins on recording video and audio for this one. Someone give Soundman Jim a weekend off. We watch the family take on D.C. and we get Amy's birthday and her phobia. Wanna see Pest get as smug as possible...cause we got it! In our Dig, Whitney takes the inf…

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Desperate Prayers: What to Pray When You Have Nothing Left to Say with Rachel Wojo 59:17

8M ago59:17

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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 …

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Episode 105 - You've Been Sentenced...to Payne!!! 2:04:37

8M ago2:04:37

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The only thing you need to know about the recap this week, is that Tim got Bingo! and the game is all tied up!! Okay, I'm kidding, you should also know that the official Turkey Bacon Dealer in the TTM is learning how to drive. We learn Lego Hair's deep seeded, shame that he has to point out in his children. In our Dig, we look into what actually ha…

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Unplugged: How to Put Down Your Phone and Plug Into Your Life with Hannah Brencher 1:12:17

8M ago1:12:17

1:12:17

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…

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Episode 104 - Can a Homegirl Get a Lunchable? 2:35:14

8M ago2:35:14

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When you think of strong, Olympic-type swimmers, you're not thinking of them wearing jeans or a WholesomWear Swim Frock. Watch the brood enjoy some quality pool time. We see Turkey Bacon as the respect currency in the TTM. In our Dig, we sit through orientation for working for free in an IBLP culthouse. We don't have regular rules, they're like, fu…

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The Small and The Mighty: How to Make a BIG Difference Right Where You Are with Sharon McMahon 1:19:41

8M ago1:19:41

1:19:41

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 …

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Episode 103 - Trees in Arkansas Will Be Full of Cats! 1:56:30

8M ago1:56:30

1:56:30

As with a handful of the recent episodes, this episode has way too much Pest. We watch the Dug-girls do a decent job of sewing...but showing some folks that really do not care about that. Pest serves up some word salad. In our Dig, we look at Secular Humanism and why IBLP calls everything that makes them uncomfortable that. Whitney puts a whole ful…

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Episode 102 - Sports Bras : Hammocks for Crumbs 2:06:48

9M ago2:06:48

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For a change of pace, Michelle is taking it easy and letting the Dug-girls take care of the housework...which is what she does every other time, all the time. It’s a pretty innocuous episode but had too much Pest. In the Dig, we explore Tia Levings and her book, "A Well Trained Wife". It’s a terrifying look at what women in high control religions h…

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