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Mary Versus the MoviesHollywood Avalon, ep. 32 - Gawain and the Green Knight (1973)Once again we visit the a film based on the 14th century, Middle English, Christmas-set poem Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, and walk away somewhat disappointed. Is Mary expecting too much? Why is she so obsessed with this poem? Will there ever be a version that satisfies her? Starring Murray Head, Ciaran Madden, Nigel Green, Anthony Sharp, Robert Hardy, Tony Steedman, and Ronald Lacy. Written by Philip M. Breen and Stephen Weeks. Directed by Stephen Weeks. This is a preview of the latest episode of our series Hollywood Avalon. To hear the entire episode...
2025-12-2914 min
Mary Versus the MoviesHollywood Avalon, ep. 30 - "Merlin: The Last Dragonlord"We revisit the BBC fantasy show Merlin, hoping to enjoy it more than the pilot--and while the dynamic between Merlin and Arthur is certainly better than before, the rest of the show leaves us frustrated, not just with ignoring wide swathes of Arthurian elements, but for indulging in one of the worst sins of 21st century storytelling: the hidden emotional trauma of the nerd and his absentee father. That's right, we're cranky, and you're all gonna be mad at us again. Merlin, season 2, episode 13: "The Last Dragonlord". Starring Colin Morgan, Bradley James, John...
2025-12-0207 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 185 - Newsies (1992)Newsboys of the streets unite! You have nothing to lose but your chains. We welcome back Anne Jones to talk about one of her favorite movies, Newsies, the story of the 1899 New York City newsboys strike, which Mary didn't know was a Disney musical. Life is full of surprises. Starring Christian Bale, Bill Pullman, Robert Duval, and Ann Margaret. Written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White. Directed by Kenny Ortega. Music by Alan Menkin, lyrics by J. A. C. Redford. Support the Philadelphia Avengers: https://www.instagram.com/phillyavengers/
2025-05-091h 10
Mary Versus the MoviesHollywood Avalon, ep. 23 - Star Wars (1977)Look, I know it sounds crazy, but Star Wars has all kinds of Arthurian elements: an orphan boy with a secret destiny; a magic sword; a crazy magician; a princess who needs rescuing; and a big bad guy. Obviously the original film was influenced by all sorts of things (The Hidden Fortress; Lawrence of Arabia; Dune; even Lord of the Rings) but it's no surprise that the stories of King Arthur are a pretty prominent influence on the original movie about a farm boy who wants to be a hero, takes up with a space-wizard and a pirate, and...
2025-04-0112 min
No Shrinking Violets Podcast for WomenThe Powerful Practice of Mindfulness in Everyday LifeThoughts or comments? Send us a text!In this episode, I sit down with fellow therapist Karen Jones to explore how mindfulness isn’t just a tool for crisis moments— even a 12-minute daily practice can rewire your brain for resilience. We talk about practical ways to integrate mindfulness into your everyday routine (like mindful dishwashing and the power of posture), how to ground yourself in the present moment, and why simple curiosity is so powerful and profound. Plus, we dive into how your body mirrors your thoughts and why standing tall—shoulders back and down—can shift yo...
2025-03-1339 min
Dr. Mary PodcastFinding Healing After Infidelity with Shawna MeekIn this episode of The Dr. Mary Podcast, Dr. Mary welcomes certified professional coach Shawna Meek to discuss betrayal trauma recovery, navigating a neurodiverse marriage, and the path to healing after infidelity.Shawna shares her personal and professional journey—from experiencing the pain of infidelity to discovering her husband's autism diagnosis and the transformative impact of healing and recovery.Whether you’re facing betrayal, struggling in a neurodiverse relationship, or looking for guidance, this episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and actionable steps.Tune in for an honest conversation that will give you hope for...
2025-02-0452 min
Dr. Mary PodcastAutism from a Pediatrician's Perspective on SPARC OutIn this episode, Dr Mary joined Angel Wilson's podcast, Sparc Out, to discuss Dr. Mary's personal ties to autism and her perspective. Get insight into the pediatric side of autism as Dr. Mary talks about her personal experiences with autism, how she's shaping her practice to adjust to the growing autism rates, and what both parents and the medical field can do to advocate for autistic individuals. We also talked about how race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status affect the autism field, and how providers like her plan to build more equity in diagnosis and treatment. Ang...
2025-01-1442 min
Dr. Mary PodcastApplied Behavioral Analysis: Autism Therapy and Parent SupportToday, we will be exploring the evolving world of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) with Dr. Mary and our returning guest Angel Wilson.From autism therapy innovations to practical advice for parents, this episode is packed with insights to help you better navigate your autism journey. Listen in as Angel explains how Spark Guidance transitioned from family-focused services to training providers like teachers and daycare staff. Our previous episode with Angel, discussing ABA was one of the podcast's most popular episodes. Enjoy!After 15 years in the autism field, Angel had held nearly every position in it. From T...
2024-12-0346 min
Dr. Mary PodcastMarriage, Autism, and Addiction: A Vulnerable Journey TogetherIn this episode, Jeff and I open up about a very personal journey we’ve experienced as a couple, touching on autism, the complexities of addiction, and the impact on our marriage.Initially, Jeff’s autism diagnosis was hard to accept, but over time, we embraced it as a key part of our relationship and individual growth. However, the journey didn’t stop there. As we continued to work on our relationship, another layer of challenge arose when addiction entered the picture. I discuss the sense of betrayal I felt and the toll it took on me, as well a...
2024-11-201h 07
Dr. Mary PodcastNeurodivergence, ADHD, and Micro-Schooling with The Browne FamilyDr. Mary welcomes Brandon and Brittany Browne, a couple raising a neurodiverse family, who share their experiences balancing life, business, and homeschooling. They discuss starting a micro-school for their children, navigating life with ADHD, and the importance of creating supportive environments for neurodiverse individuals. Join us for an inspiring conversation about building a life that fits your family’s unique needs.In January 2015, Mind & Body Christian Health Group was created by husband and wife team, Brandon and Brittany Browne. The practice has grown by being mindful of the people it serves, integrating healthcare providers, and providing a peaceful en...
2024-10-1547 min
Mary Versus the MoviesHollywood Avalon, episode 17 - Merlin "The Dragon's Call" (2008)This month, we check out the pilot for the British tv show Merlin from 2008, which rewrites the Arthurian story in some pretty significant ways, some of which really rub us the wrong way. Why is Merlin so young? Why is Arthur living with Uther? And why does the dragon look so terrible? Starring Colin Morgan, Bradley James, Angel Coulby, Anthony Head, Richard Wilson, and John Hurt. Written by Julian Jones. Directed by James Hawes. This is a preview of the latest episode of our series Hollywood Avalon. To hear the entire episode, join the Mary V...
2024-09-3003 min
Dr. Mary PodcastHelp & Hope for Those Facing Addiction with Kimberly FlearKimberly Flear is a passionate advocate for change within the hospitality industry, combining over two decades of experience with a personal journey through addiction recovery. Having witnessed the harsh realities—notably through the loss of a close friend to an overdose—Kimberly has been driven to apply her extensive industry knowledge to combat this pervasive issue. She is dedicated to fostering healthier workplace environments through enhanced understanding and support for individuals facing addiction. Her approach is deeply informed by her own experiences as a person in recovery, offering a unique, empathetic perspective that resonates with both individuals and teams.
2024-09-2536 min
Dr. Mary PodcastDr Mary Speaks with Dr Eko of Glow PediatricsToday Dr Mary speaks with Dr Hokehe Eko from Glow Pediatrics. Meet Dr Eko:My name is Dr. Hokehe Eko, and I am a Board-Certified Pediatrician and Tedx speaker with over ten years of experience specializing in Integrative care for children with ADHD, Autism, and Brain Health. I am passionate about addressing the root causes of these conditions and helping children and their families thrive through a holistic approach to healthcare.My expertise includes a comprehensive understanding of the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of children, particularly those on the autism spectrum and those with A...
2024-08-1430 min
Dr. Mary PodcastDr Mary speaks with Traci Neal, Speaker PoetDr Mary is joined by Traci Neal, Speaker Poet.Traci Neal knew she wanted to write at 5 years old but didn't begin writing poetry until 13 and then performing at 14. As a teenager, poetry becomes her outlet to deal with bullying & having low-self esteem. Her passion for public speaking comes ten years later after many attempts to become an elementary school teacher. Feeling like a total failure, she discovered God had a different plan for her life. She now uses her poetry to speak to others and wants to share her life lessons in her book series, Ly...
2024-07-0943 min
Dr. Mary PodcastBuilding Support for Autism in Your CommunityDr Mary speaks with Gaile Valcho about how to involve your community in understanding and supporting those with autism, especially first responders. She is a wife and mom to a teenage autistic boy. She has over a decade of experience in the autism community and has a certification in a Master IEP training.Gaile and her husband founded, The Brady Valcho Autism Foundation in 2022 to help families in her community find much needed resources and provide scholarships to families for autism summer camps. Her and husband are also the founders of The Holly Springs Autism Acceptance Day Event...
2024-06-2548 min
Dr. Mary PodcastDiagnosis Bias & Autism - A special Juneteenth EpisodeDr Mary Jones joins Stephanie Holmes on the Autism Spectrum podcast to discuss her professional and personal experience of diagnosis bias & autism. This week we celebrate Juneteenth, discussing autism and special needs from the perspective of people of color.Find out more about our guest here:Stephanie C Holmes, Ed.D, MA BCCC (through AACC)Certified Autism Specialist / NeuroDiverse Marriage Specialistwww.HolmesASR.comCourses found at: https://www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/membershipJoin the discussion with Dr Mary!DR MARY COACHES FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryjonescoachingDR M...
2024-06-1945 min
Dr. Mary PodcastThe Impact of a Recent Autism Diagnosis with Kristin WalkerDr Mary speaks with Kristin Sunanta Walker about her recent diagnosis with autism and how it has impacted her life. Kristin Sunanta Walker shares how her recent autism diagnosis has impacted her life. Discover more on her podcast where she takes part in discussions with mental and behavioral health providers, vendors, volunteers, and consumers on topics that include technology, clinical workflow, HIPAA, Meaningful Use, narcissistic abuse awareness and recovery, animal assisted therapy, and more!DR MARY COACHES FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryjonescoachingDR MARY COACHES INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryjoneslifecoaching
2024-06-1148 min
Dr. Mary PodcastDisrupting the Cycle of Divorce in Adult Children of DivorceDr Mary speaks with Meisha Marshall about breaking the cycle of divorce.Meisha is a Marriage Coach dedicated to helping adult children of divorced parents disrupt the cycle of divorce. Her mission is to assist clients in better understanding what's really behind their challenging marital interactions, and what to do about them. Meisha's ultimate goal is to keep more families together. She achieves this by helping couples build healthier love, effective communication, mutual support, and stability.Find out more about Meisha: https://renewmindset.com/https://www.instagram.com/renewmindsetcoaching/DR MARY COACHES FB...
2024-05-2931 min
Dr. Mary PodcastFormer Professional Athlete with Cerebral Palsy Gives BackDr Mary speaks with former professional basketball player, now Athletepreneur, Neshard Walker. Find out how as a former professional athlete with Cerebral Palsy, he is now giving back to his community.Neshard Walker Former Professional Basketball Player now Pro Athletepreneur played professionally for 7 years and over 15 years of experience in the Sports world. NBADL,Internationally. His a Board Member For Equal Learning, Sports Mental Health Performance Coach, CP Advocate.Find Dr Mary at:DR MARY COACHES FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryjonescoachingDR MARY COACHES INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryjoneslifecoaching
2024-05-1419 min
Dr. Mary Podcast4 A's of Autism with Angel WilsonDr Mary speaks with Angel Wilson, Owner of SPARC Guidance and an Autism Educator.After 15 years in the autism field, Angel had held nearly every position in it. From Therapist, to Developmental Specialist, Supervisor, Trainer, Assessor, Interventionist...she learned and saw a LOT. What she noticed, though, were the concerns coming from families and providers alike; a lot of them knew OF autism, but didn't really know ABOUT autism.SPARC Guidance was created to answer these concerns. Since becoming a full time business, SPARC has trained over 120 providers (daycare staff, teachers, coordinators, and administrators) on what autism i...
2024-04-3048 min
MotivatedXpressionalsYOUR 10-DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY: DAY 10-CONCLUSIONBOOK REVIEW
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OVERCOME ADVERSITY. YOUR 10-DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY." BY MARY JONES
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2024-03-2105 minMotivatedXpressionalsYOUR 10-DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY: DAY 9BOOK REVIEW
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2024-03-2004 minMotivatedXpressionalsYOUR 10-DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY: DAY 8BOOK REVIEW
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2024-03-1904 minMotivatedXpressionalsYOUR 10-DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY: DAY 7BOOK REVIEW
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2024-03-1805 minMotivatedXpressionalsYOUR 10-DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY: DAY 6BOOK REVIEW
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2024-03-1704 minMotivatedXpressionalsYOUR 10-DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY: DAY 5BOOK REVIEW
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2024-03-1604 minMotivatedXpressionalsYOUR 10-DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY: DAY 4BOOK REVIEW
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2024-03-1504 minMotivatedXpressionalsYOUR 10 DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY: DAY 3BOOK REVIEW
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2024-03-1404 minMotivatedXpressionalsYOUR 10 DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY: DAY 2BOOK REVIEW
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2024-03-1304 minMotivatedXpressionalsYOUR 10 DAY GUIDE TO PROSPERITY: INTRODUCTION-DAY 1BOOK REVIEW
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2024-03-1208 min
Dr. Mary PodcastDr Mary speaks with Stephanie Davis of Summit CounselingDr Mary speaks with Stephanie Davis, licensed counselor and certified therapist.Stephanie Davis is a Nationally Certified Licenced Professional Counselor working in her private practice located in Birmingham, Alabama. She graduated the University of Alabama at Birmingham with her Masters in Counseling in 2013 and has worked for 10 years as a mental health provider specializing in grief, women's issues, addiction and trauma. She is a US based Lifespan Integration Instructor, Consultant and Certified Therapist. Lifespan Integration (LI) is an innovative psychotherapy that understands the complexity of the body-mind system and how various traumas impact our daily interactions, perspectives, and...
2024-03-0543 min
Dr. Mary PodcastAutism Acceptance in Underserved CommunitiesDr. Mary and Kristin Walker of Mental Health Radio Network interviewed Dr. Morénike Giwa Onaiwu, PhD, MA who recognized as a leader in various disability justice endeavors, including serving as founder/principal consultant of Advocacy Without Borders, a grassroots intersectional non-profit initiative offering DEIA, education, advocacy, keynotes/lectures, training, research, expert review, and related projects. She is a prolific writer and social scientist/activist.Find out more about Dr Morenike:Web: MorenikeGO.com | AdvocacyWithoutBorders.org | Linktr.ee/MorenikeGOContact: Staff@AdvocacyWithoutBorders.org | @MorenikeGO (Social media)DR MARY COACHES FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.c...
2024-02-2046 min
Dr. Mary PodcastDr Mary Show speaks with Stacey Ledbetter of NflyteDr Mary speaks with Stacey Ledbetter about how to successfully transition to adulthood with autism. We will be discussing the cutting edge new app, Nflyte. This app is designed to allow adults with autism to live more independently. Find out more about our guest:Stacey LedbetterNFlyte Founder & CEOwww.NFlyte.comDR MARY COACHES FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryjonescoachingDR MARY COACHES INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryjoneslifecoachingDR MARY COACHES: drmarycoaches.comListen in wherever you get your podcasts:MHNRN: https://www...
2024-02-0647 min
Dr. Mary PodcastDr Mary talks with Lindsay RuizJoin Dr Mary as she speaks with Lindsay Ruiz, an executive leader who works to transform organizations to meet the ever-changing demands of the modern workplace. Today they are talking about navigating an Autism diagnosis through a different cultural lens.Lindsay Ruiz:Multifaceted executive leader orchestrating organizational transformation and global change management programs, spearheading complex technology deployments, and optimizing operational efficiencies under pressured timelines, with focus on addressing intricate modernization requirements needed to adapt to the ever-evolving business landscape, central to the employee and customer experience. Find out more on Linked In (linkedin.com/in/lindsayruiz)
2024-01-2358 minMary Versus the MoviesHollywood Avalon episode 9 - Four Bugs Bunny Cartoons We're surveying a selection of Bugs Bunny cartoons, all with a medieval theme, some of which are explicitly Arthurian. The earliest, "Knights Must Fall", is a pretty generic burlesque of Bugs Bunny versus a powerful knight, but draws some inspiration from A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, especially in Bugs's use of locomotives and whatnot. "Knight Mare Hare" is a pretty unfocused take on Connecticut Yankee, complete with framing device, and while it's not a particularly tight cartoon, it has some classic Chuck Jones abstract backgrounds, and some pretty good gags. "Knighty Knight Bugs" is a much more tightly-constructed sto...
2023-12-0106 min
Dr. Mary PodcastDr Mary Show speaks with Dr Christine LeDr Mary and Dr Christine Le discuss how to thrive in a neurodiverse world.Don't miss the last episode of 2023!Dr Christine Le has a doctorate in psychology from NYU and is a co-founder of Vulcan Psychology Group. In her book, Autism Rules, she shares her more than 20 years of experience working with autistic people.Autism Rules: How to Thrive in a Neurodiverse World https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BW2BSWM9Instagram: instagram.com/drlepsychology/Email: info@drchristinele.comJoin Dr Mary again in 2024. DR MARY COACHES...
2023-11-2843 min
Dr. Mary PodcastNo Excuses with Sydney HolmesDr Mary and Sydney Holmes discuss her inspiring story of success with Autism. About our Speaker:Sydney is a contributing author of "Embracing the Autism Spectrum: Finding Hope and Joy Navigating the Neurodiverse Family Journey "Discover the book here: https://www.holmesasr.com/embracing-the-autism-spectrumSydney Holmes was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at the age of 6, then reassessed in her teens with Autism, Level 1. She has not let her diagnosis become a crutch or an excuse to prevent her from achieving her goals in life. Sydney graduated with her bachelor’s degree in history and minored in...
2023-10-2641 min
Dr. Mary PodcastMy WhyDr Mary discusses why she became a coach and what she loves about coaching.https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/the-dr-mary-podcast/Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-mary-podcastDR MARY COACHES FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryjonescoachingDR MARY JONES COACHES INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryjoneslifecoachingFind out more about Dr Mary: drmarycoaches.com
2023-10-1819 min
Dr. Mary PodcastDeveloping Diverse Learners with Andria ColemonDr Mary discusses homeschooling with Andria Colemon, homeschool coach and founder of Bookschooler, blends the Charlotte Mason Method and the Classical Method to develop independent, lifelong learners. Drawing from her 16+ years of homeschooling her children, Andria shows parents how to use diverse storybooks as homeschool curriculum, embrace diverse cultures, and enjoy shorter and easier homeschool days. Join her to discover the joys of literature-based learning.Show notes:Find our guest, Andria Colemon, belowwww.bookschooler.com/cupofteaFacebook - facebook.com/bookschoolerInstagram - instagram.com/bookschoolerhttps://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/the-dr-mary-podcast/
2023-10-1031 min
Dr. Mary PodcastYour Legacy of Care with Kristen and Donald & Caroline BaileyJoin Dr Mary as she speaks with Kristin and Donald and Caroline Baily as they talk about life Autism. Thanks for joining us today. Show notes:Donald & Caroline Baileyhttps://www.spreaker.com/show/your-legacy-of-care https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/the-dr-mary-podcast/Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-legacy-of-care/id1510394746?i=1000626474921DR MARY COACHES FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryjonescoachingDR MARY JONES COACHES INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryjoneslifecoachingFind out more about Dr Mary: drmarycoaches.com
2023-10-0336 minDr. Mary PodcastBeing a Teenager on the SpectrumDr. Mary interviews one of her favorite people in the world. Her son Miles! They talk about what it's like to be a teenager on the spectrum.DR MARY COACHES FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryjonescoachingDR MARY JONES COACHING INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryjoneslifecoachingFIND OUT MORE: drmarycoaches.com
2023-09-2629 min
Dr. Mary PodcastWearing Many Hats with Hollis Thomann, Suzy Carbrey, and Robin SpeizmanWearing Many Hats with Special guests Hollis Thomann, Suzy Carbrey and Robin Speizman.𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙨:Robin SpeizmanExecutive function coach at ReFocusNP Testing Administrator for 35 yearsDirector of Clinical Outread for OCD & Anxiety CenterA Founder of Extend: Network Group for mental healthcare professionals, therapists, schools, and other specialistswww.refocusEFcoaching.comSuzy CarbreyExecutive function & ADHD coachsuzycarbrey.com Suzy Carbrey LLCinstagram.com/suzy_carbreylinkedin.com/in/suzy-carbreyHollis Thomann:Speech-language Pathologistat Mindful SpeechWebs...
2023-09-1955 minDr. Mary PodcastTracee Hudson of Big Oak RanchDr. Mary talks with Tracee about her life as a house parent at Big Oak Boy’s Ranch. DR MARY COACHES FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryjonescoachingDR MARY JONES COACHES INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryjoneslifecoachingFind out more about Dr Mary: drmarycoaches.com
2023-09-1247 min
Transformative PrincipalArtificial Intelligence to Streamline Your Teacher Life with Mary Howard - Transformative Principal: Summer of AIMary Howard is a Nationally Board Certified Teacher and teaches 6th grade ELA and Science in Grand Island, New York. She has found success using digital tools that not only make learning fun for her students, but encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and create a life-long passion for learning. Whether the digital experience is related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or promotes literacy, Mary believes passionately in the potential that technology has for reaching and engaging ALL learners. In pursuit of this passion, Mary has spent the past 15 years presenting at dozens of technology conferences including NYSCATE, STANYS and, ISTE am...
2023-09-1134 min
Dr. Mary PodcastAutism & NeurodiversityDr Mary talks with autism expert Dr. Stephanie C. Holmes. Stephanie C Holmes, Ed.D, MA BCCC (through AACC) Co-Founder, Speaker, Educator, and Coach at International Institute for Neurodiverse Christian Marriage, LLC, Certified Autism Specialist, NeuroDiverse Marriage Specialistwww.HolmesASR.comCourses found at: https://www.christianneurodiversemarriage.com/membershipPodcast: https://www.holmesasr.com/embracing-the-autism-spectrumDR MARY COACHES FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryjonescoachingDR MARY COACHES INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryjoneslifecoachingDR MARY COACHES: drmarycoaches.com
2023-09-0540 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 112 - Meatballs (1979)We wrap up the summer watching a movie that Mary loved as a kid, but Dennis has never seen--the original camp comedy and star-making vehicle for Bill Murray, Meatballs. It's the snobs-vs-slobs story that gave birth to a million imitators and inadvertantly the Wet Hot American Summer franchise. Does it hold up? Is Mary embarressed by a childhood favorite? Will Dennis regret never going to camp as a kid?
2023-09-0140 min
Mary Versus the MoviesHollywood Avalon episode 6 - Knightriders (1981)George Romero's rare departure from horror is an Arthurian tale about a band of traveling performers who have a kind of Renaissance Faire-meets-motocross-meets-professional wrestling, lead by the idealistic King William played by Ed Harris. It's a defense of independent film, a rumination on selling out, a celebration of a receding counterculture, and a clear-eyed examination of utopianism and its faults and contradictions. In short, its one of the best movies we've covered for either of our shows, and one that got right to our hearts. It doesn't hurt that it was filmed in Pennsylvania. We g...
2023-08-2911 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 111 - National Lampoon's Vacation (1983)Everyone is shocked that Mary hasn't seen this comedy classic about Clark Griswold and his family's ill-fated trip across America to visit Wally World. From the suburbs of Chicago to the Kansas plains, the mountains of Colorado to the deserts of Arizona, and finally a sunny California full of disappointment, this turns out to be a very familiar trip for Mary and Dennis, who have a long history of very similar road trips with very similar disasters. Do these National Lampoon movies have a weird mean streak? Is Chevy Chase too unlikeable and smug? Is all of t...
2023-08-251h 01
Dr. Mary PodcastWelcome to My First ShowDr. Mary interviews Kristin Walker, the founder of Mental Health News Radio Network. They discuss Dr. Mary's new podcast and joining the network. What were Kristin's thoughts upon starting the network of over 75 mental health focused podcasts and what does the future hold?www.mhnrnetwork.com
2023-08-1031 min
Mary Versus the MoviesHollywood Avalon ep. 5 - The Kid Who Would Be King (2019) (Preview)We take on a more recent movie this time around, a charming British kids' film about a boy who finds Excalibur and learns he and his friends must defeat a reawakened Morgana before things get worse in Britain--and things are already pretty bad there in the dark year of 2019. We were lured in by the promise of Patrick Stewart as Merlin, and while he's not in it as much as we'd hoped--the man's in his eighties after all--the film succeeds on its own, with plenty of scenes filmed in places steeped in Arthuriana, like Tintagel and Glastonbury. ...
2023-07-2008 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 99 - The Lost Boys (1987)Everyone's seen this horror comedy about teen vampires--except for Mary, who apparently didn't believe in fun when she was a kid. This movie rocks.
2023-04-281h 08Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 95 - Willow (1988)For years, Mary'd heard this fantasy from George Lucas and Ron Howard was a horrible flop that should be forgotten. Turns out, it's a pretty charming adventure, with a great cast, good effects, and a witches duel that doesn't disappoint.
2023-03-3158 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 90 - Arthur (1981)We're caught between the moon and New York City when Dennis shows Mary a film he really liked as a kid, the romantic comedy Arthur--a film which dares to ask "can a rich drunk end up getting what he wants and experience very little personal growth whatsoever?" And yet! It's a pretty fun movie!
2023-02-1745 min
Mary Versus the MoviesHollywood Avalon - Episode 1 PreviewPreview of our new show! We kick off our patreon-only podcast about Arthurian film with a very special movie, 1989's Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, which introduced Mary to the idea of the Holy Grail. It's Indie versus the Nazis, which is how you know it's a good one.
2023-02-1223 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 89 - Say Anything... (1989)It's a real "How have you never seen this?" episode, when Mary finally sits down and watches the John Cusack-Ione Skye romance with the iconic boombox scene. Turns out this movie, Cameron Crowe's first as a director, is much smarter and more interesting than one famous image, in no small part down to John Mahoney's performance as Skye's father.
2023-02-101h 06Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 88 - The Big Red One (1980)Mary is going in blind to this movie, a rare non-Star Wars film that features Mark Hamill on-screen. It's a semi-autobiographical movie about director Sam Fuller's experiences in World War II as part of the First Infantry Division, which ran the gammut from Sicilian grandmothers cooking them dinner to liberating a concentration camp.
2023-02-0344 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 86 - Never Say Never Again (1983)It's Mary vs. James Bond Part II, as we take on the other Bond movie of 1983 and the non-canonical return of Sean Connery. It's a better movie than Octopussy, which doesn't require much. It also features a yacht with an absolutely wild history.
2023-01-2049 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 85 - Octopussy (1983)This week it's Mary vs James Bond, a franchise she never really got into or grew up with, but Dennis did and always liked, especially the films starring Roger Moore. This movie is a mess, from its central premise to its ridiculous title. On the one hand, Moore is too old, the plot is nonsense, the India segment is at Temple of Doom levels of cultural insensitivity, there's a French guy playing a deposed Afghan prince, and it's arguing against nuclear disarmament. On the other hand, twins murder a clown, there's a lesbian jungle compound, and the movie is lit...
2023-01-131h 12Mary Versus the MoviesBonus Episode 2 - Oops! All CutsWell, in what feels like a fitting end to 2022, Mary has covid, and can't record a full episode. So we're putting out a bonus episode of material that previously was cut--a mix of bloopers and cut conversations that just didn't fit into their episodes. Oh, and swearing. We'll be back as soon as Mary and Dennis can be in the same room together again. Let's hope 2023 is a lot healthier.
2022-12-2224 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 83 - Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special (1988)Though she watched Pee-wee's Playhouse as a kid, this Christmas special somehow passed Mary by. But you're never too old for Pee-wee Herman, or for a selection of guest stars like Cher, Little Richard, Grace Jones, and K.D. Lang, not to mention Santa himself. We talk about variety shows, nostalgia, and Mary defends a much-maligned baked good.
2022-12-1640 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 82 - An American Christmas Carol (1979)This tv movie starring Henry Winkler as a New Hampshire Scrooge living during the Great Depression is pretty lackluster and looks like an episode of The Waltons--it's not the worst thing ever, but it's also not Mary's new favorite version of Dickens' story, one of her favorite books.
2022-12-0948 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 81 - Ernest Saves Christmas (1988)Bah humbug. Mary was never a fan of the Ernest character, and this movie did nothing to change her mind. If anything, it may have broken her Christmas spirit.
2022-12-0246 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 80 - U2: Rattle and Hum (1988)Thanksgiving is about family, so this week we're welcoming back Mary's sister Anne Jones as the guest for our look at the rock documentary/concert film about U2, Anne's favorite band, but not Mary's. Despite being sisters and living under the same roof for… 17 years? 18? Mary has never actually seen her sister's favorite movie. So it's time to sit down and take a look, and hope this doesn't turn out like one of those terrible Thanksgiving dinners where it ends with cranberry sauce on the dining room walls.
2022-11-241h 05Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 79 - Masters of the Universe (1987)For some reason, Mary's family wouldn't take her to see the live-action He-Man movie, despite buying her all the action figures her heart desired. Turns out, this was a wise decision. From the people who brought us Death Wish 2 and The Apple comes one of the cheapest-looking movies we've had the misfortune of covering. Why is this movie set in California and not Eternia? Does Dolph Lundgren have more than five lines? And what is up with Skeletor's face?
2022-11-181h 01Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 78 - The Evil Dead (1981)Sam Raimi's cult classic has long-eluded Mary, who was afraid she'd find the film too terrifying anyway. What happens when she finally confronts her fears? Is Sam Raimi the Orson Welles of horror? And just how great is Bruce Campbell? (Pretty great, let's be honest.)
2022-10-2845 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 74 - Erik the Viking (1989)This fantasy-comedy from Monty Python's Terry Jones is not a great film, or even a good one, but there's a few interesting ideas to be found in it, a few funny sequences, and does feature concept art by Alan Lee. But it also features a very badly-miscast Tim Robbins, who goes down like a plate of lutefisk. There's no Valhalla earned by watching this. CW: rape
2022-09-3053 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 73 - Withnail & I (1987)We go long on this episode about the cult British comedy starring Richard E. Grant and Paul McGann as two drunken, unemployed actors who spend a weekend in the country. Under the surface is a surprising film about the end of the 1960s, the end of prolonged adolescence, and the end of a friendship. We talk about Doctor Who, Charles Dickens, George Harrison, and finally Mary gets into a rant about the (narrative) crimes of Steven Moffat.
2022-09-231h 03Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 70 - Rock n Roll High School (1979)When we saw this was playing at a local theater, we bent the rules so we could take in the story of how punk rock blew up a high school, thanks to the Ramones. A goofy, campy teensploitation movie produced by the great Roger Corman, this episode has everything from both Mary *and* Dennis singing, to an interview with the program director of the Ambler Theater, to a celebration of grindhouse, red-shifted film stock, and rock and roll.
2022-08-191h 03Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 69 - River's Edge (1986)This dark film about dirtbag kids who learn one of their group is a murderer is better than expected, with great performances from Keanu Reeves (one of his first films), Ione Skye, Daniel Roebuck, Crispin Glover, and Dennis Hopper. A movie that zigs when you think it'll zag, it has none of the dayglo pop of other teen films from the 1980s, and feels closer to the world of the 1990s that Mary remembers.
2022-08-1247 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 66 - The Last Starfighter (1984)Dennis finally gets to introduce Mary to a movie he loved as a kid, a video game space opera starring Robert Preston that lifts liberally from Arthurian legend.
2022-07-2235 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 62 - Mystery Train (1989)Jim Jarmusch's anthology film set in Memphis clears up a mystery for Mary, and Dennis is very excited to revisit this indie film which stars, among others, Joe Strummer, Steve Buscemi, and Screamin' Jay Hawkins. We talk about the declining American Empire, racial strife, and some of the worst motels we've ever stayed at.
2022-06-2455 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 59 - Birdy (1984)This week is Round 1 in our Cage Match, wherein Nicholas Cage and Matthew Modine are two Philly kids who get sent to Vietnam and come back severely damaged. Mary talks a little too much about Cage's abs, way too much about the city of Philadelphia, and possibly not enough about birds.
2022-06-0349 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 59a - Silent Movie (1976)Dennis does a fill-in show this week while Mary recovers from a burst eardrum.
2022-05-2707 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 57 - The Toy (1982)Get ready for 30 minutes of incohate rage as Mary and Dennis endure a movie about a rich white child buying a poor black man and forcing him to be his friend. Fun for the whole family. Starring Richard Pryor, Jackie Gleason, and Ned Beatty, and directed by Richard Donner.
2022-05-1333 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 53 - UHF (1989)Mary had studiously avoided this Weird Al vehicle, convinced that his brand of parody music--not her thing at all--would turn her off to this movie. Is she right? Or is this a beloved cult movie that ultimately wins her over? Tune in as we talk about the nature of music in humor, the lost world of local television, and Dennis's History of America in the 20th century.
2022-04-0850 minMary Versus the MoviesEpisode 51 - The Fox and the Hound (1981)Mary is finally sitting down to the only pre-1990s Disney film she's never seen. We talk about 1970s rural entertainment, the sad state of Disney Pictures at the time, and whether Mickey Rooney should've been cast at all.
2022-03-2444 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 44 - The Hitcher (1986)Things get very silly when Dennis tries to get Mary to watch this Rutger Hauer film that he loved as a kid.
2022-02-0432 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 43 - Polyester (1981)"Indie Month" closes with a look at John Waters' breakthrough film Polyester, an homage to the "women's films" of the 1950s. We talk about kitsch, the suburbs, and Mary gets to gloat.
2022-01-2841 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 41 - Slacker (1990)This episode could've been two hours, because holy cow does Richard Linklater's breakthrough indie comedy provoke a lot of thought about the nature of work, generational angst, conspiratorial thinking, religion and pop culture, and whether withdrawing in disgust is not the same as apathy. For Dennis this was a trip down memory lane into his own Gen X youth, for Mary this was a real excavation of a lot of ideas, all wrapped up in a funny, thoughtful package. Also, yeah, getting the "explicit" tag just because of a music cue we use.
2022-01-1456 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 40 - Down by Law (1986)Jim Jarmusch's Neo-noir-beatnik-comedy is a favorite film of Dennis's, and a staple of the 1980s indie film scene, so it's time for Mary to finally sit down and watch. Silly, stylized, and warm, "sad and beautiful" as one character says, it stars Tom Waits, John Lurie, and Roberto Benigni as three men stuck in a Louisiana jail for accidental crimes who try to find a way to live with each other.
2022-01-0733 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 36 - John Denver and the Muppets, a Christmas Together (1979)We're bending the rules a little here to bring you an early Muppets Christmas special, and one of the few Mary's never seen. Make some cocoa, curl up by the fire, and listen to us talk about the Muppets, John Denver, Jimmy Carter, vaudeville, Jack Benny, Old Time Radio, whether God has a wife, and more.
2021-12-1031 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 35 - Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (1987)It's a Thanksgiving Miracle--we thought we'd seen this movie, but it turns out we hadn't, and now we know why it's a holiday classic. Is it John Hughes' best film? Maybe! Does it contain one of the funniest scenes in comedy? Arguably! And has travel in America actually gotten worse since the mid-1980s? DEFINITELY. So join Steve Martin, John Candy, and Mary and Dennis as we hit the road in Planes, Trains, and Automobiles.
2021-11-2441 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 27 - Real Genius (1985)We wrap up Back To School month with 1986's Real Genius. It's a PG Animal House meets War Games in this comedy about college students building a weapon for their professor only to realize the horror of what they're actually doing. Lightly satirical, with Val Kilmer as a Looney Tunes protagonist up against a William Atherton at his most arrogant. This movie was a really fun surprise for Mary, while confirming for Dennis that this is a better film than he remembered.
2021-10-0139 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 23 - Sword of the Valiant (The Legend of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight) (1984)Timed to coincide with the current film The Green Knight, this episode has readings in Middle English, an increasingly-irate Mary expounding on the meanderings of medieval literature, and some truly terrible music. Medieval literature and Arthuriana is very much Mary's wheelhouse, so buckle in, and avoid any Sean Connerys you see carrying an axe.
2021-08-2041 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 22 - True Stories (1986)David Byrne's mockumentary about a small Texas town, starring John Goodman, was a fun surprise--Dennis called it "Koyaanisqatsi as a comedy", and to Mary was a marriage of Wes Anderson and The Church of the SubGenius.
2021-08-1343 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 19 - Johnny Dangerously (1984)This Amy Heckerling comedy starring Michael Keaton was a favorite film of Dennis's when he was younger--will it hold up to his own memories? Or will Mary be unable to see what's so funny about this gangster parody?
2021-07-2331 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 16 - Xanadu (1980)We went into 1980's Xanadu thinking "this is gonna be a bad movie", and folks, we were both very right and very wrong. Is the acting wooden? Is the plot almost too simple? Is the directing middling at best? Yes, yes, and yes. But is the music great? Is there plenty of dancing? Does it have Gene Kelly rollerskating? Oh, absolutely. Unfortunately, the disco-fever-dream revival of 1930s musicals was a still-born genre, one that very few people embraced, but it has definitely has two converts in Mary and Dennis.
2021-07-0231 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 15 - Silverado (1985)Our first guest! Mary's sister Anne comes by to talk about 1985's Silverado, written and directed by Lawrence Kasdan, and starring Kevin Kline, Danny Glover, Scott Glenn, Kevin Costner, Brian Dennehey, and on and on and on. By the 1980s, the Western was dead, but that wasn't going to stop Kasdan from indulging in a little nostalgia for the genre. And while neither Mary nor Dennis had ever seen it, the film intentionally hews close to Western tropes so much that it didn't really matter, we could see where this was all going.
2021-06-2529 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 14 - My Neighbor Totoro (1988)Things get personal on this episode, which is a little shaggier than most. What happens when Mary decides to watch the beloved children's film My Neighbor Totoro, written and directed by the great Hayao Miyazaki, and is reminded of painful childhood memories? Well, it's not our funniest episode, but it's definitely our most emotional.
2021-06-1835 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 12 - Outland (1981)Sean Connery is a marshal investigating a rash of suicides in a space mining colony in this somewhat obscure 1981 sci fi film. Mary was pleasantly surprised by this story of corruption described as "High Noon in Space". Is this one of Connery's best films? Is this one of Peter Boyle's worst characters? All these questions and more.
2021-06-0434 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 9 - Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid (1982)As an homage to film noir and classic Hollywood, this movie was built for Mary. As a Steve Martin-Carl Reiner comedy, it was built for Dennis. Two great tastes are pretty tasty together in the 1982 film that mixes and matches films from all over the studio system into a story of murder, Nazis, and java.
2021-05-1437 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 7 - Desperately Seeking Susan (1985)Who knew this screwball comedy starring Rosanna Arquette, Aiden Quinn, Mark Blum, and most famously Madonna, would turn out to be a real gem of a movie? Definitely not Mary and Dennis, who were pleasantly surprised. Sit back, dream of a different life, get amnesia, and enjoy a trip through a pre-Giuliani New York City. Now updated with new music! For reasons!
2021-04-3031 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 6 - Maximum Overdrive (1986)Even Stephen King, who wrote and directed it, admits Maximum Overdrive is the worst film connected to his body of work. Do Mary and Dennis think he's right? Well, yeah, but only because Mary can't remember anything about the TV movie The Langoliers. Join Emilio Estévez, Yeardly Smith, and a mostly forgettable cast as they take on some very angry trucks and an extremely coked-up Stephen King.
2021-04-2331 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 5 - Road House (1989)What is there to say? One of the most famous "bad movies" ever made, and somehow Mary has never seen it, not even while flipping channels on cable, which is where everyone else encountered the Patrick Swayze masterpiece, which flopped in theaters.
2021-04-1634 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 4 - Pee-Wee's Big Adventure (1985)Even though she grew up watching the show, this is Mary's first time seeing Tim Burton's first film, Pee-Wee's Big Adventure. Does its child-like star irritate, or is he the heir to Bugs Bunny? How much do we miss Phil Hartman? And just how many times can Mary say "aesthetics" before you want to stop listening? All this and more.
2021-04-0936 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 2 - Predator (1987)Mary muscles her way into Predator, and Dennis reminisces about the late, great premium cable channel PRISM. Also, choppers are gotten to.
2021-03-2627 min
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 1 - 9 to 5 (1980)In our first episode, Mary and Dennis tackle the 1980 workplace farce 9 to 5, starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton, and Dabney Coleman. It's a story of sex, revenge, and the power of collective action. It also completely missed Mary growing up, despite her mom apparently identifying pretty closely with the film.
2021-03-1931 min
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Transformative PrincipalSuperintendent Visiting Every Classroom with Mary Wegner Transformative Principal 206 Mary Wegner is the Superintendent of Sitka Schools 1250 students. City school district Small community that knows excellence. Wonderful community partners. Great partnerships with local groups. Under 1/3 of staff are our graduates. 65% of elected officials are our graduates. Paris of the Pacific. They take a little bit of Sitka with them. Superintendent visits every single classroom. During the year, pick different areas of focus and visit those classrooms. Understand the K-12 curriculum in all areas. Superintendent’s Spotlight newsletter. There is great power in small school systems of being able to get close the work. 1:1 for each stu...
2017-12-2420 min
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