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Aging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast75. When I Was Fighting For Doris, She Was Fighting For Me(Episode description by podcast producer, Sue Duffield) “Today’s episode goes much deeper than just a story about host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly’s sister, Doris. Her heart-felt words will throttle the listener into a Netflix-like mini-series of hope, despair, miracles and over-the-top depth of secrets revealed. Mary Anne is at her finest here, but it took everything she had to disclose the family secret, all while her sister Doris transitioned into the after-life. You will find great compassion and understanding as to why Mary Anne is a soldier for the kingdom of caregiving. She se...2025-06-1942 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast74. The Last Gift (Separating Personal Grief from Professional Obligation)Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly shares from her heart, knowing that she'll experience loss and grief very soon in her life, coping with the very thing which she compassionately teaches that comforts others. Caregivers, doulas and professionals like Mary Anne are typically the first line of support as they assist other dementia patients and their family members to cope with serious illness, feelings of loss, and the end of life. But now, it's her time.  This episode begins with the celebration of a new building that is shared by both the Veranda Ministries and the Preferred Care Group. A...2025-05-1431 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast72. Veranda Ministries Ribbon Cutting Day!The brand new location for Veranda Ministries was celebrated with a dedication service, tasty food and community fellowship. This episode is filled with audio clips of the ribbon cutting and ceremony held on April 1st, 2025. Speakers Dusty Wells, Dr. Eddy Moody, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, Dave Clark, Billy Blackwood and others are featured in today's podcast episode, LIVE from the ceremony. A very exciting day for all, honoring the ministry of founder Mary Anne Oglesby Sutherly, her staff and countless volunteers. God's work is definitely first class here for those with dementia and their caregivers. www.verandaministries.org2025-04-1437 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast71. Two Hearts, One Mission (Heart of Mary House and the Veranda Ministries)The Heart of Mary House (HOMH) began in a two bedroom home located in the South Nashville area on the campus of St. Edward Church. The mission of Heart of Mary House is to provide a safe, comfortable, and peaceful home-like setting for underserved people who have been given a terminal prognosis and need somewhere to stay and someone to care for them during their final days and weeks. They were able to host two residents at a time in this home. Today’s episode, host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and HOMH’s director, Kim Derrick. share in the...2025-03-2640 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast68. Mary Anne's Story (Simulcast from the "I Love To Tell the Story Podcast")Celebrating the collaboration with the “I Love To Tell The Story” Podcast with Dave Clark and Dusty Wells and the “Aging Angst and Alleluias Podcast” episode is an amazing conversation between Dave, Dusty and Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly. So what's her story, and why are Dave and Dusty so excited to share it? As her followers and subscribers already know, Mary Anne is the founder of an exceptional non-profit organization called the www.VerandaMinistries.org. Dave Clark says it right: “If you or someone in your family has had to walk through the dark journey known as Dementia and you ar...2025-01-161h 13Aging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast65. No Wrinkles On My Mind or Spirit! (Debra Talley, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly & Sue Duffield)This enjoyable and spontaneous episode tells the ages-long story of how three very different women can be blessed to share the same bond, banter and beliefs. Debra Talley, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Sue Duffield understand the meaning of significance and purpose in their mature years, but none of that happens without humor and the joy of not taking themselves seriously! The one commonality that they all have is a desire to make a difference in the dementia world.  Also shared on this episode is The Veranda's Annual "A Christmas To Remember" - a benefit concert and Marketplace, t...2024-11-2047 minTango Alpha Lima PodcastTango Alpha Lima PodcastTango Alpha Lima: The Power of Lifestyle Medicine with Air Force veteran Dr. Mary Anne KielRetired Air Force physician, Dr. Mary Anne Kiel, is a Pediatrician and a Food for Life Instructor with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. Her work with Lifestyle and Performance medicine has helped servicemembers and their families learn how to make sustainable behavioral changes that improve health and wellness over the course of their lifetime. Dr. Kiel discusses how being actively social, embracing a healthy, whole food plant-based diet, exercising regularly and getting enough sleep can increase a patients' healthspan - or the amount of time that an individual can be healthy and active during their lifespan.2024-11-121h 02Aging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast64. The ENCORE Episode with Teepa Snow (Talking Hospice and Dementia)This ENCORE episode features host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Teepa Snow, discussing honestly about hospice and dementia. Teepa's "The Positive Approach to Care" (PAC) is by far the greatest influence for Mary Anne's vision and work-ethic, otherwise known as "The Veranda Ministries." www.verandaministries.org2024-10-2325 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast63. Dementia and the Journey in Geri PsychThis is part two continuing with the true story about a remarkable man Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly cared for, for almost two years. She briefly discussed him in episode 62, finishing the story today. Randy’s sad journey and experience into a geriatric psych unit is not rare. Mary Anne has a large box of files documented with stories just like Randy's. Some geri psych units have good outcomes, but "good" has not been the Veranda's experience with their clients in some geri psych programs.  Better skills through "Relationship-Based Care" and training to combat behaviors is the rig...2024-10-0930 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast62. 21,000 Cups of Water (Nadine's Story) Nadine will be long remembered as a faithful volunteer and servant. She was a true friend of Veranda Ministries and a true treasure to everyone who knew her. The best part of this story is listening to Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly share her bond with Nadine as her advocate, EOLD/Dementia Doula. Relationship-based care was in full operation, and there's no doubt that we all can learn from this example of love. This episode also includes part one of Randy’s story, a journey no family wants to take. His treatment in an emergency room an...2024-09-2531 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast59. The Coat of LoveHost Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and producer, Sue Duffield revisit the amazing and healing story of one of Mary Anne's exceptional clients, Martha. It was Martha's dignity that was challenged with incontinence, but to the quick thinking of those around her, she was spared the horror of the embarrassment of losing bodily functions in a public place. One day you may find that someone you care about — a spouse, parent, relative, or close friend — needs help negotiating the very simple daily tasks of life. Perhaps that day has already come. There is so much to learn here in this...2024-08-0729 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast58. Carrot Cake, Chaos & CompassionThis episode starts out chaotic, fun, frivolous and hilarious - talking carrot cake and nudist camps - all in the same breath! Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and producer Sue Duffield, take the rabbit trail down that crazy path of spilled medicine caplets, Mark Lowry's giant custom pill box container, to even talking (as friends do) about the dilemma of knowing whether or not you're taking the right pill at the right time, or if you took it at all, for that matter!  Also discussed on this episode is Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) that is recently becoming the "go t...2024-07-2432 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast57. Navigating the Maze of MedicationMary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and her sidekick-producer Sue Duffield, take this episode down a memory lane right from the start. The one thing that stands out the most is not only their reminiscent ways reliving the corner drug store experience, but also the difficulty of navigating the larger box store pharmacies, especially for the elderly.  With an average of 11,000 people turning 65-years-old every single day, understanding and meeting the diversified needs of a new generation of older adults has never been more important, especially with medication and pharmacies. The desire for specialty pharmacies plays a critical role engaging w...2024-07-0338 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast52. The Keeper of Their StoriesHost Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly is definitely “The Keeper of Their Stories”. This realm and reality of her clients and the family of caregivers with dementia, enhances the dignity of physical hygiene and bathing to the understanding of routine. Dementia care is never an excuse for mistreatment or disrespect. Mary Anne is also a clinician on the road, taking her workshops and speaking to places like Lipscomb University, Welch College and also the Timesavers’ Proactive Aging Event at Southern Kentucky University’s WCPL Memory Café. Mary Anne’s visionary force of encouraging “on-the-road” facilitating has her experiencing many young people’s...2024-04-2434 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast48. The Bereavement of Leap YearMary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's mother's homegoing happened on a Leap Year. As with any family losing a loved one, the anniversary of that loved one's death comes in a tsunami-like wave of great proportion each year. But February 29th only happens every four years, and obviously, it can make the intensity of the weight of grief even more difficult.  Take a drive "across that Memphis Bridge" with Mary Anne as she revisits the most difficult days of her life. She shares how the broken system of her parents' care throttles her passion in offering hope for caregivers by f...2024-02-2131 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast47. Geriatric Care, Behaviors, Unmet Needs and Dementia (Part 1)Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's guest is Brenda Powers, a registered nurse specializing in geriatric care, with a strong focus on supporting the aging population, especially those with dementia. Brenda has actively contributed enhancing geriatric care through workforce development panels, aiding in devloping dementia education programs like the Vanderbilt Nurse Practitioner School and participating on boards dedicated to the health care improvement within the aging community. This episode is a difficult reality to hear, speciifically addressing the truth about unment needs and the use of medications for those living with dementia. Families of demetia loved ones need to heed...2024-02-0828 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast46. Teepa Snow Knows Dementia and HospiceEpisode 46 from the #agingangstandalleluiaspodcast, featuring host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Teepa Snow, is a candid and vulnerably honest dialogue about hospice and dementia. The hunger for knowledge to help others began with Mary Anne's desire to experience Teepa and The Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Team, bringing it to fruition, for without this team, there would be no Veranda Ministries. www.verandaministries.org2024-01-2425 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast44. Dreaming, Dementia and the HolidaysEven in congnitive decline, the neural processes of dreaming bring important benefits for regulating the emotions and creativity. One certain client named Martha of the Veranda in Gallatin, TN, is mentioned both in this episode and Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's book. Depicting a story in grandiose detail, Martha describes her loved one coming home on Christmas Eve. She eloquently shares the sound of the train whistle in the distance. Much of the story isn't true, but it goes to show you that the incredible detail of a brain suffering with dementia can dream up amazing colorful stories.  This e...2023-12-2029 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast43. A Proactive Perspective in Dementia CareMary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, the visionary Founder and Executive Director of Veranda Ministries, has added a new dimension to her impactful work in senior care with the release of her latest book, A Proactive Perspective in Dementia Care: A Relationship-Based Approach, on November 2, 2023. The book is now available in paperback and ebook version on Amazon. In her book, Oglesby-Sutherly draws upon her extensive experience as a certified dementia practitioner and her role as a leader in senior care advocacy. A Proactive Perspective provides a unique and empowering approach to dementia care, emphasizing the importance of proactive strategies...2023-12-0630 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastA Basement Full of RedemptionThis episode shows the extraordinary love of a son for his mother with dementia. Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's part of this story was in previous episode 25. This is a heart-felt perspective and cry from that son, Anthony Facello  Being a caregiver for a parent is never easy, especially if you are younger and thrown into a broken system that makes no sense in treating those with dementia. It’s taken a few months for Anthony to share his journey but if your loved one has dementia, you will definitely relate and benefit from his story of redemption for...2023-08-0232 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsKerry Anne Nelson on Building a Sustainable BusinessIn this episode Kerry Anne Nelson from Verve Operative, self-confessed addict for processes and systemising business, shares her story of turning around a failing family business amid a tragedy. Kerry Anne explores what sustainable growth is, and where business owners fall down striving for it. This episode is jam packed with great advice and a must listen! To learn more about Kerry Anne and Verve Operative visit https://operationverve.com or connect to Kerry Anne on LinkedIn. 2023-07-1934 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastThe Wrong Drug at The Wrong TimeMaybe one day, the medical profession will understand and improve the quality of the pieces of the puzzle of dementia. For now, though, the research and emphasis are more about dealing with the symptoms than addressing the cause and management of dementia.  Why can we not do more training and improvements with the medical communities' skillset? Many questions need to be addressed.    Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and producer Sue Duffield share the discrepancies and difficulties of a recent family's despair in treating and diagnosing their loved one. You'll feel their anger, shock, and broken hearts due to a short stay in...2023-07-1930 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAdvocate For YourselfHost, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and producer, Sue Duffield come right out of the starting gate discussing the hilarity of being hacked and cloned on Facebook! Plus an update on Mary Anne's client whose charges were dropped after being arrested - is a great story with a compassionate ending. There's still the on-going struggle with those who have dementia, and how the system treats these individuals when they make mistakes, but thankfully, the officials in Sumner County, Tennessee, returned dignity to the person and their family. "When a family's back is against the wall while dealing with caregiving...2023-07-0528 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastCaring For Aging Parents (with Danny Jones)There’s a lot we can learn from the palliative care movement: it considers death as meaningful and dying as a stage of life to be valued, supported and lived. Welcoming mortality might actually help us live better lives and support communities — rather than relying on medical systems — to care for people at the end of their lives. And if you're new to the Aging Angst and Alleluias Podcast, be introduced to one of the most compassionate experts on aging and carepartnering in Middle Tennessee - host, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly. Mary Anne's guest is Danny Jones, a 24-year...2023-06-2133 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias Podcast31. When Agitation Has No VoiceWhen the FDA gives approval for the first drug to be used for agitation (brexpiparazole) in Alzheimer's and dementia patients, there's also fair warning for the hidden side effects along with mortality risk. Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Sue Duffield have an honest and informative discussion about the pros and cons of using this type of drug in a brain that has a disease, and not just depression. The use of the word "Care Partner" is also described, as families, professionals and the medical profession try and should work together to do what's best for the person with...2023-05-2431 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastFulfilling Her Calling: Crystal YokleyWith twenty-six years experience as a nurse and nurse practitioner, Crystal Yokley received her BSN at Cumberland University in Lebanon, TN and her MSN at Western Kentucky University. She worked in hospitals and clinics with a wide range from Med-Surg Cardiology, Pediatrics, women's health, family health occupational med and acute care. She has recently announced the opening of Pinnacle Family Practice, 650 Nashville Pike, Gallatin, TN. The conversation between host, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, producer, Sue Duffield, and Crystal, is a caring exchange of cumulative knowledge and experience. It also shows the desire Crystal has to know and understand...2023-05-0338 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastDon't Turn A Blind EyeOn previous episode number 28, "Markers of the Heart" touched on the truth about advocating for ourselves. This week's episode number 29 continues with that topic as Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Sue Duffield discuss how to support and advocate for those living with dementia and the aging population. As usual, something always sparks Mary Anne's desire to share the truth with honest concern of life lessons she has learned in her advocacy journey. This week is no exception. Discussion includes Mary Anne's new diagnosis of "non-specified dementia" and also the arrest of a gentleman with FTD and that family's horrific journey...2023-04-1932 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastMarkers of My HeartThis week's episode is honestly one that Mary Anne never dreamed she would record on the “Aging, Angst & Alleluias Podcast.” As an advocate for those living with dementia and their families, Mary Anne suddenly experienced a heart attack and immediately became an advocate for herself and for her own brain. This was a tough job especially when there were so many physicians counseling her on what to do.  From the first plan of care until that dismal day from the hospital, every tool Mary Anne had in her toolbox was used, and she was grateful for the knowl...2023-03-2235 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastThe Heart of Mary HouseThis week's episode is part two of episode 25 of the Aging, Angst & Alleluias Podcast “A Dementia Doula’s Blessing from the Basement.”  Experience the “alleluias" from that nine-day stay in the basement for host, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's special friend, Diane. This is a resource of magnitude for those living with dementia and those at the end of life. Kim Derrick, Founder and Director of The Heart of Mary House in Nashville, TN. shares her exceptional story with a happy ending about her mission to help those at the end of life find a peaceful, loving environment to make thei...2023-03-0829 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastA Dementia Doula's Blessing from the BasementThis compassionate episode is about a woman who Mary Anne grew to love and yet never heard speak her name. It’s about a broken medical system that truly left this woman completely desperate and at death's door. Yet, when all options were completely exhausted, a simple basement full of love in Nashville Tennessee was sent via a special friend in Oklahoma.  Though the basement is simple, the love of Christ oozes out of every cinder block in those three large rooms. Mary Anne describes how she sees the hands and feet of Christ from the moment she...2023-02-2230 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastDementia Doula CompassionThe concept of "Dementia Doula" is somewhat new to the community of caregivers, but not new to compassionate expert, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly. This episode is a celebration of this podcast's first year, but also an anticipatory view ahead into the lives of those who are becoming more aware of how quality end of life should look. With heartfelt truth and wisdom, the Veranda Ministries continues to open doors for families who so desperately need expert wisdom and tips on how to handle their mentally impaired loved ones. These quality minutes on this episode are merely a conversation...2023-01-2537 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastENCORE Episode with Barbara KarnesWelcome to SEASON TWO! Last year (2022) was the Aging Angst & Alleluias pilot year, and what a successful one it was! For dementia, alzheimer's and caregiver interests, this podcast ranks in the high 10% of podcasts internationally of the same theme. To that, we are very proud. This #22 is a 2022 encore of a previously recorded episode with Barbara Karnes. Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and her guest, Barbara Karnes, get right to it from the beginnging, describing Barbara's iconic hospice guide “the little blue book”, Gone from My Sight. Barbara is an internationally respected speaker, educator, author, and thought lead...2023-01-1142 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastA Caregiver's ChristmasThis week’s episode "A Caregiver's Christmas" is all about finding joy in the journey, even during the holiday season.  Our team’s desire is to help families find peace and comfort during Christmas. We also desire as always to help those living with dementia have the best holiday possible. Today's special guest is Mary Anne's friend, mentor, and the one that keeps her grounded, Toni Joleen Clay. Toni is on her fifth experience as a caregiver. She will be the first to tell you that the education as a counselor along with her studies at Johns Hopki...2022-12-1335 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastThree Amigas! Debra Talley, Sue Duffield & Mary Anne!What could be better on this twentieth episode of “Aging Angst and Alleluias” Podcast than to have the guest of the first episode discuss thankfulness and the pure joy of this holiday season? Today’s special guest is Debra Talley, but wait, not only is Deb the guest, but the producer of the podcast, Sue Duffield, is guest number two.  Let’s just say this - get ready, folks.  This episode 20 will discuss how God brought three women together for a cause near and dear to all three.  Listen as they talk about aging, dementia, music and The Veranda...2022-11-2335 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid Ads4 Signs Your Marketing Strategy Needs RefreshingHow to identify when your marketing strategy is no longer working, and 4 places to look to measure, adapt and grow.   Links: Mary-Anne Amies website   2022-11-1621 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastKatlyn Clifton, the GeroDoulaMary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's guest, Katlyn G. Clifton, developed a business model for aging care with a social work perspective. Her dream was realized through a series of life-long community and familial experiences while caring for the aging, developing chaplaincy and counsel, and also studying and understanding grief care. Her website puts two ideas together (Gerontology and Doula) to form a holistic practice that focuses on each step of the aging process - www.gerodoula.com You will enjoy this candid and raw interview between two friends who have such a heart for making a difference in the...2022-11-0929 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsWhat Social Media Channel Should I Use?In this episode I answer the number one question, and dive into which Social Media Channel you should use for your business or brand   Links: Mary-Anne Amies website   2022-11-0215 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsFinding Courage to Show Up on Digital with Mel DanielsFellow content mentor Mel Daniels from the Content Effect chats about mastering digital confidence and finding the courage to show up.   Links: Mary-Anne Amies website     2022-10-2628 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsThe BBQ EffectThe importance of getting your digital marketing advice from experts and how to avoid the BBQ Effect throwing you out.   Links: Mary-Anne Amies website   2022-10-1907 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsEmbracing Digital Marketing with Khemany OukKhemany Ouk, Head of Marketing at Total Image Group shares her journey as a career marketer finding her digital confidence.   Links: Total Image Group website Mary-Anne Amies website     2022-10-1229 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastDr. Kenneth Carder's Highest Calling: Caregiver Dr. Kenneth L. Carder is a retired bishop of the United Methodist Church. He served the Mississippi Area of the United Methodist Church from 2000 to 2004 and the Nashville Area of the UMC from 1992 to 2000. In addition, he is the Ruth W. and A. Morris Williams Professor Emeritus of the Practice of Christian Ministry at Duke Divinity School. But he'll share in this episode, that his highest calling was caring for his wife, Linda. A lifetime of togetherness was put to the test after Linda was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and, gradually, as memories of everyday experiences, a lifetime...2022-10-1239 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsThe 3 paths to take, when your billable time is exhaustedThere is a Tipping Point in business where your available time is maxed out, but there are clients ready to work with you. In this episode I explore three paths to take, when you reach The Tipping Point.   Links: Mary-Anne Amies website   2022-10-0518 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsBecoming Authentic in Digital with Bec HughesBec Hughes creative for creatives joins me to chat about digital marketing and her journey to finding confidence.    Links: Bec Hughes website Mary-Anne Amies website   2022-09-2936 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastBarbara McGinnis, Elder Law AttorneyCertified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation, Barbara Boone McGinnis is an emerging national leader in the elder care law field. She provides legal expertise on a wide range of client issues with a focus on Estate Planning, Medicaid eligibility and appeals, and probate matters. She is also a VA-accredited attorney.  Before receiving her license to practice law in Tennessee, Barbara spent more than two decades as a Registered Nurse and Gerontological Nurse Practitioner working in a variety of settings, including hospitals, long-term care centers, outpatient clinics, and home health. Her skills incl...2022-09-2831 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsLearn from My Mistakes and Build a Thriving BusinessAfter 12 years in business I share the mistakes I made along the way, and give insight on the lessons I learnt so you can build a business that thrives.   Links: Mary-Anne Amies website 2022-09-2121 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsDiscovering Digital Confidence with Personal Stylist Kerry AthanasiouI'm joined by Kerry Athanasiou from Style Culture and we discuss her journey into finding digital confidence within her business.   Links: Style Culture website Mary-Anne Amies website 2022-09-1434 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsYou the Marketing VehicleHow to get comfortable with becoming the key marketing asset in your business.   Links: Mary-Anne Amies website 2022-09-1411 minReady, Set, Paid AdsReady, Set, Paid AdsDestined for Marketing and here I amIn this first episode I share my story of how I fell head over heels for marketing and life as Director of a digital marketing agency.   Links: Mary-Anne Amies website 2022-09-1407 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastRemember For MeA special episode with Mary Anne Ogelsby-Sutherly and Sue Duffield, sharing the hopes, dreams and status of the reach of this podcast. It's hard to believe that Mary Anne and Sue have only known each other for just under two years, the way they easily connect, banter and support each other. It's just the beginning too, especially when they discuss Mary Anne's book, "Remember For Me', a compilation of heart-warming stories about dementia. You will love this candid episode filled with serious yet funny dialogue, about a topic close to their hearts. To connect with Mary Anne...2022-09-1432 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastTalking Caregiving with Toni ClaySpeaker/singer and worship leader/music minister, Toni Clay,  is an ordained & licensed minister. She holds a Masters diploma in Biblical/Pastoral Counseling with specializations in Child and Adolescent counseling. She has served as a support pastor on church staff.  She has served as a hospital Chaplain in a Mental Health assessment facility. Toni has also served as a Chaplain with The United States Corps of Chaplains, holding the rank of Captain and Tennessee Brigade Executive Officer. She is the founder and President of Voices with Purpose, a 501(c)(3) non profit ministry organization founded in 2004. She is a mu...2022-08-2427 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastDr. Mary Genung CARES!Dr. Mary E. Genung, DNP FNP-C, is a Nurse Practitioner Specialist in Gallatin, Tennessee. She graduated with honors in 2012, having more than 10 years of diverse experiences. She's a graduate of the Sumner Leadership for Young Marines of Sumner County, a Red Cross Volunteer, promotes meals for homeless with open dinner for Thanksgiving for residents in Gallatin and also sets up food tables during the winter for the homeless. Mary has also served on multiple medical missions to Haiti. That's just who she is. But her credentials are just as impressive in Critical Care as Doctoral Nurse Practitioner, Specialty Family...2022-08-1736 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastTeepa Snow KNOWS Dementia!This raw and real episode with Teepa Snow and Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, shares bluntly about dementia and the effects. Teepa’s life mission is to shed a positive light on dementia with the PAC (Positive Approach to Care) Team so that everyone can understand why and how to support those living with brain change in a more positive and respectful way. Teepa and host, Mary Anne share and believe that “Rewiring our own perceptions, attitudes, communication strategies, actions, and responses, provides the shift that promotes change for the others around us.” DO NOT FEAR DEMENTIA. Educate yourself. Fear is our wo...2022-08-0441 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastA Caregiver's HeartThis week's episode has been two years in the making. Mary Anne purposely waited to share this story publicly because it should come from the caregiver herself. Challis Prilliman had to be ready to see the good that came out of such a horrible event. Her experience changed her life as well as her family's lives forever.  Many have never heard the story of Challis and her husband Al. It's a caregiver’s nightmare but it's also a genuine love story. In the depth of sadness, grief, and a virus named Covid, many found themselves in Challis’s shoes. For t...2022-07-0627 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAshley BrightMary Anne's guest is Ashley Bright. She received her Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Aging Services Leadership from Lipscomb University. She went on to use her unique skills as a Medical Social Worker in the fields of Geriatric Medicine and Long Term Care. After several years in Long Term Care, her passion for advocacy for dying people and their families led her to obtain an End of Life Doula Certificate from the Conscious Dying Institute (CDI) out of Boulder, CO. She realized there was a severe lack of education surrounding Death and...2022-06-2232 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastBarbara KarnesMary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and her guest, Barbara Karnes, get right to it from the beginnging, describing Barbara's iconic hospice guide “the little blue book”, Gone from My Sight. Barbara is an internationally respected speaker, educator, author, and thought leader on matters of end of life. She is a renowned authority on the dying process and a leading educator for families, healthcare professionals, and the community at large. Barbara's award winning DVDs and books about death and dying are changing lives - in this country and around the world. In her work, Barbara compassionately explains stages of the dyin...2022-06-0841 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastFun Chat with Rob NovellWhat a fun episode with Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, musician/producer Rob Novell and Sue Duffield! This casual chat between musician friends will have you laughing, especially when the discussion morphs into their soon-to-be competitive world of the dunk tank! But on a serious note, the late Charles Novell, Rob's dad, suffered with Parkinsons Disease. Hearing the emotion of his son's take on it all, gives such hope for all who are caregivers. On Saturday, June 4th, 2022, from 9am - 12 noon, The Veranda Ministries will host "Dunking for Dementia" as a fundraiser for the ministry in Gallatin, TN...2022-05-2532 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastPam SpetaPam Speta is a certified Positive Approach® to Care Trainer and is also a Certified Nursing Assistant. She cared for her husband, Rich, who had dementia, at home. She learned first-hand the remarkable and profound effect that PAC education had on handling the behavior changes she saw in her husband. Forget Me Not Village was born out of the idea of changing the way we treat Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, dementia, and brain injury patients. When Rich, Pam’s husband was diagnosed with MCI at 60, neither of them knew what an impact that would have on their future...2022-05-1147 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastDr. Edward MoodyMary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's guest today is Edward E. Moody Jr. He has been a counselor educator at North Carolina Central University since 1995. He is a professor of counselor education and associate dean of the school of education. He also serves as pastor at Tippett’s Chapel in Clayton, North Carolina (www.Tippetts-Chapel.com). He has a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University in counselor education, an M.A. from Middle Tennessee State University in clinical psychology, and a B.A. from Welch College in pastoral training. He is a licensed professional counselor supervisor as well as a licensed he...2022-04-1341 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastMary S. DanielMary S. Daniel is a Board-Certified Patient Advocate with more than 30 years of medical practice management experience. Mary’s husband, Steve was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2013 at the age of 59. He has been a resident at Rosecastle at Deerwood Memory Care Center in Jacksonville since July 2019. In July 2020, Mary gained national attention on the front cover of People magazine after taking a job as a dishwasher at Rosecastle so that she could spend time with Steve after being separated for 114 days during the lockdown due to COVID-19.  Since recording this episode, the Essential Caregiver Bill was p...2022-03-3048 minLet\'s Take This OutsideLet's Take This OutsideIntroducing: Let's Take This OutsideWhat happens when we play outside?We become healthier - both mentally and physicallyWe become more creative and more focusedWe connect - with nature, each other, and ourselvesLet’s Take This Outside: a new podcast hosted by me - Mary Anne Ivison - an aspiring outdoor athlete and nature lover.. I speak to athletes, outdoor professionals, and scientists about their connection to nature, how it affects their performance and everyday life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-03-0800 minAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAuthor and Speaker, Missy BuchananMary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's guest is Missy Buchanan, popular author/writer and speaker on topics of aging and faith. She's appeared on Good Morning America with co-anchor Robin Roberts and her mother, Lucimarian Roberts. The elder Mrs. Roberts personally found Buchanan’s books to be a great source of encouragement and comfort. Missy brings spiritual light and nourishment to people in their later years of life. This informative and enjoyable episode gives hope to older adults and caregivers who often feel forgotten and without purpose. www.missybuchanan.com www.verandaministries.org2022-03-0242 minMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Escape From Turkey City"Mary Anne, Ben, and Jed open the episode with a discussion on writing workshops. They explore the kinds of people and critique you can find within them, as well as the hierarchies that can form between student and teacher, between unexperienced and experienced writer. In the second half of the episode the trio react to some of the writing terms and axioms found in Bruce Stirling's "Turkey City Lexicon." Episode show notes: https://speculativeliterature.org/ep-38-show-notes/ Link to Turkey City Lexicon: https://www.sfwa.org/2009/06/18/turkey-city-lexicon-a-primer-for-sf-workshops/2022-02-221h 52Aging Angst and Alleluias PodcastAging Angst and Alleluias PodcastFeaturing Debra TalleyOn the very first episode of Aging, Angst and Alleluias - we're happy to have Debra Talley, one of Gospel Music's greatest voices and people. Her story of caregiving for her mother-in-law features the warmth, love and dedication of the best daughter-in-law a mother could have. Join Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Debra on this beginning of a journey into the blessing of aging. www.theverandaministries.org2022-02-1638 minMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansEp. 37 "Our Season 1 Reading Guide"As we draw close to the end of season 1 of MRAH, producer Darius figured it would be a good idea for Mary Anne and Ben reflect on some of their most influential writers and books, particularly the ones that have been mentioned a lot on the show. From the authors they adore, to writers couched in controversy, Mary Anne and Ben consider their importance to the podcast , the field, and their own writing. For episode show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/ep-37-show-notes/2022-02-072h 06Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Revision and Workshopping With Jed Hartman, Pt. 2" In this follow up to episode 34, Mary Anne, Ben, and Jed continue their discussion about revising and workshopping, while giving advice on how to manage critique of your work, both good and bad.   For episode show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/ep-36-show-notes/ SLF Co-Writing details: https://speculativeliterature.org/saturday-co-writing-sessions/ 2022-01-311h 29Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansEp. 35 "Narrating With Fred Berman"Mary Anne and Ben invite actor, producer, and podcast host Fred Berman to discuss another part of his career in particular: audiobook narration. Starting with Fred's experience of reading Ben's new book, The Unraveling, the trio discuss the intricacies of audiobook narration, the voicing of characters outside our own experience and background, and the financial aspects of being an audiobook narrator.  If you're interested in purchasing Ben's audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Unraveling-Audiobook/B09NZLMRYM Check out Fred's podcast: https://www.fredberman.net/opening-weekend-podcast For episode show notes: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#e...2022-01-251h 50Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Revisions and Workshopping with Jed Hartman, Pt.1"In the first part of a long discussion about the revision and workshop process, Mary Anne and Ben invite Jed Hartman on the show again to explore questions of inspiration, maturity, resilience, and voice when it comes to writing. For episode show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/ep-34-show-notes/ If you're interested in applying for any upcoming SLF grants check out: https://speculativeliterature.org/grants/2022-01-171h 26Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansEp. 33 "Epic Fantasy With George R. R. Martin"Mary Anne interviews George R. R. Martin about the writing of epic fantasy. How does one balance realism with fantastical elements? How did Martin approach the creation of the world of Westeros in Game of Thrones? What's the difference between the two kinds of writers Martin refers to as "architects" and "gardeners?" For episode show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/ep-33-show-notes/2021-12-1432 minMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"What Is Your Jam?"How does a writer choose a theme to write about? Is it a conscious project, or more of a thing that comes to a writer through time and experience? This is the central question Mary Anne and Ben try to answer in this episode, using their own experiences, as well as the writing exercises, practices, and advice that have been helpful to them.  SLF Convention Support Grant: https://speculativeliterature.org/grants/convention-support-grant/ SLF Art Contest: https://speculativeliterature.org/call-for-artists-2022/ Show notes: https://speculativeliterature.org/ep-32-show-notes/2021-12-082h 01Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"An Interview with Vida Cruz"Mary Anne interviews Filipino writer Vida Cruz about her experience going to cons, winning the Tiptree (now known as Otherwise) award, and what the sci-fi and fantasy community is like in the Philippines. For show notes, visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/ep-31-show-notes/2021-11-2318 minMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"The Portolan Project: Charting the Way for Writers"Portolan charts were maps used by sailors long ago to navigate the seas of the world, and to find harbor. Similarly, the Speculative Literature Foundation wants to chart the way for writers with Mary Anne's newest endeavor and baby, the Portolan Project. Mary Anne talks with Ben and show producer Darius about the ins and outs of the project, as well as its future goals and concerns.  We are running a Kickstarter right now to help fund the project, which you can find here at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mohanraj/the-slfs-portolan-writing-project-phase-1 For episode show n...2021-11-161h 16Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Tentifying with Jed Hartman"Jed Hartman joins Mary Anne and Ben again to talk editing. From acquisitions to development, they discuss the many complex levels of editing as well as the editorial cultures that can arise in a workplace. Also important to the conversation is how they engage with dialectic decisions, especially when it comes to swearing, and whether or not you should hire an editor. For show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-292021-11-102h 21Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansEp. 28 "Creative Community with Scott Woods"In a bustling café, Mary Anne sits down with writer, poet, and community organizer Scott Woods to talk about the importance of creative space and culture in a community. They also touch on Woods' Streetlight Guild space in Columbus, Ohio, as well as the importance of persistence in aiming for success. For show notes and a transcription of the interview, visit www.speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-282021-11-0124 minMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Game Design with Avery Alder"Coming onto the show is Avery Alder, a game designer bringing a queer perspective to roleplaying games. Mary Anne and Ben talk with Avery about her various projects, the interesting aspects of narrative scaffolding and restraint offered by RPGs, and the genesis of Ben and Avery's collaboration on "Dream Askew" and "Dream Apart", two games of Belonging Outside Belonging. To find out more about Avery and her games, you can visit https://buriedwithoutceremony.com/ For show notes and more links, visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-272021-10-181h 47Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"The Good, the Bad, and the Chocolate Cake with Jed Hartman"Is there such a thing as good and bad writing? What place does absolutism and relativism have in the critique of writing quality? Or is it all just about reader pleasure? These are the questions that have been brought up time and time again over the years in heated debates between Mary Anne, Ben, and Jed. This time, they are bringing it to the podcast. For show notes and links visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-26 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-10-112h 01Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Kate Elliott on Map Making"Mary Anne speaks with Kate Elliott about map making. What is the significance of having an internal map when world building? What are cultural icebergs and how can writers think about them? What types of things should be researched when building a believable world? For show notes and links visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-25 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-10-0416 minMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"The Agent Hunt: She Wanted It All"In this episode, Mary Anne brings on Ben to discuss agents. Both recount their experiences finding and working with agents, their importance to the field, proper etiquette in finding and speaking with them, and how Mary Anne should navigate her wide array of genre projects with an agent. For show notes and links visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-24 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-09-281h 32Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Nalo Hopkinson, Andrea Hairston, and Sheree Renee Thomas"Mary Anne interviews Nalo Hopkinson, Andrea Hairston, and Sheree Renee Thomas about how the genre has evolved during their careers and how we can raise awareness of Black writers and their work. The four also discuss the dangers of self-selection and the importance of writing in community.  For show notes and links visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-23 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-09-211h 14Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Dark Nights of the Soul"In this vulnerable episode, Mary Anne and Ben share some of their biggest failures in their writing careers. The discussion also encompasses what it's like to deal with imposter syndrome, while also bearing the weight of creative ambition.  For show notes and links visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-22 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-09-132h 07Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Jed, Pt. 2: Strange Horizons Origin Story, and Other Adventures"On his second appearance on the show, Jed Hartman discusses the origins of Strange Horizons with Mary Anne and Ben, and the difficulties they encountered with establishing its reputation and bringing a diversity of voices to the field. For show notes and links visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-21 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-08-302h 11Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Delia and Ellen, Pt. 2"In the second part of their discussion, both Delia and Ellen are present to talk Shakespeare, writing style, character realism, dialogue, the queer side of the genre history, and more with Mary Anne and Ben. For show notes and links to some of Delia and Ellen's works visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-20 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-08-261h 03Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Delia and Ellen, Pt. 1"Mary Anne and Ben catch up with old friends Delia Sherman and Ellen Kushner. In the first half of the episode, the hosts of MRAH speak to Delia about her balladic influences, formula fiction, and the process of writing Freedom Maze. In the last half of the episode, Ellen switches with Delia to talk about her book Swordspoint, the intricacies of collaborative writing, and more.  For show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-19 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-08-232h 00Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Cadwell Turnbull"In movies, shows, and books, the aliens often invade the biggest, most iconic cities in our world. But what if the aliens chose to inhabit a place like the US Virgin Islands? In this episode, Mary Anne and Ben interview Cadwell Turnbull on his sci-fi book, The Lesson, and what its representations of aliens, violence, language, and culture says about our own troubled history with colonialism. For show notes visit: speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-18. If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-08-102h 05Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"An Interview with Nalo Hopkinson"Join Mary Anne as she interviews Nalo Hopkinson about the exceptional use of language and vernacular in her work. To view or read the interview, you can visit the episode's show notes at https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-172021-07-2619 minMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"How We Started"Stranded in the Swiss Alps, Ben reminisces with Mary Anne about their early writing in what is a sequel to the "Gamifying the Rejection" episode. The two also discuss the importance of magazines in their lives, and how starting Strange Horizons impacted budding and established writers alike in the field. For show notes visit: speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-16. If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-07-121h 12Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"An Interview with Farah Mendlesohn"Join Mary Anne as she interviews Farah Mendlesohn about international science fiction and her latest book, The Pleasant Profession of Robert A. Heinlein. For show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/2021-07-061h 02Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Chore Charts and Cookies"Trapped in quarantine during the early stages of the pandemic, Mary Anne and Ben delve into their family structures through a lens of domesticity. Ben introduces and explains his chore chart, which was created earlier in his life and has developed into a well running machine. And Mary Anne asks the question of whether or not you should get a cookie for doing the right thing. For show notes visit: speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-14. If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. You can follow us on Twitter @mrahpodcast.2021-06-291h 07Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Food (and/or Cricket) Can Solve Everything"This time around, the impetus for this discussion is Mary Anne's new cookbook, Vegan Serendib, a companion piece to her previous A Feast of Serendib, an Amazon bestseller. Friends of the show, writers V.V. (Sugi) Ganeshananthan and Nayomi Munaweera are invited to the podcast to talk Sri-Lankan history, writers, and food in anticipation of Mary Anne's newest cookbook. If you want to find out more about Vegan Serendib, or support it, you can visit the Kickstarter Mary Anne is running at https://bit.ly/3vI4bTX. For show notes visit: speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-132021-06-211h 15Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansThe UnravelingStepping down momentarily from being a co-host, Ben is interviewed by Mary Anne and Jed about his newest book, The Unraveling, a tale of social unrest in a far future society. The trio explore the themes of gender, pronouns, societal structure, parenting, and even surveillance that are brought up in Ben's story.  You can find out more about Ben's book on the Erewhon Books website, where you can find links to purchase the Unraveling as well. For show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-12 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us o...2021-06-141h 48Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Liz Gorinsky"Friend of the podcast Liz Gorinsky arrives to share her experiences as an editor, from her early days of reading comic books, to her work at Tor.com, and finally starting Erewhon Books. Mary Anne and Ben inquire about the technical and career aspects of editing, as well as the importance of grappling with their internal editor in their own writing process. Note: Ben and Liz refer to The Unravelling releasing in May, but the date has been moved to June 8. You can find out more about Erewhon Books and Liz by going to www...2021-06-072h 16Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Gamifying the Rejection"In this episode, Mary Anne and Ben ruminate on the intricacies of writing for submission. Based on their own personal publishing experiences, the two give advice to writers young and old on how best to go about preparing for success and rejection in the field, even if it means gamifying the process. For show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. Our Twitter handle is @mrahpodcast.2021-05-242h 06Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"An Interview with Paolo Bacigalupi"Mary Anne interviews Paolo Bacigalupi about how to write fiction with a message, especially one as urgent as the ecological fate of our world and how it can impact humanity. To watch this interview and others like it at the Speculative Literature Foundation visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/portolan-project/interviews/2021-05-2029 minMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Attack Surface" (Bonus)In the last episode, Mary Anne and Ben discussed Attack Surface with its celebrated author, Cory Doctorow. We wanted to share a special treat with our listeners in the form of the first ten minutes of the Attack Surface audiobook, read by Amber Benson. To buy Attack Surface and other books written by Cory, visit https://craphound.com/shop/2021-05-1310 minMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Cons In a Time of Pandemic"Bonding over their complex feelings on Star Trek, Mary Anne and Ben share their thoughts on how conventions have been forced to adapt and evolve in a time where large crowds and gatherings are largely a thing of the past. Cons are an important part of Mary Anne and Ben's personal and professional lives, so will things ever be the same? For show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-7 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. Our Twitter handle is @mrahpodcast.2021-05-031h 32Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansEp. 6 "Jed Hartman, Pt. 1: Conversational Cultures"In his first appearance on the show, Jed Hartman converses with Mary Anne and Ben about the complexities of communication, which include everything from social mobility to ask/guess culture. As is their tendency, Mary Anne and Ben take these topics into the realm of science fiction and fantasy, asking what a realistic encounter with aliens would look like. For show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-6 For the video version of the episode visit: https://youtu.be/lPCNMHQGdr4 If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. Our...2021-04-261h 39Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Two Months into the Pandemic: A Snapshot"A historical episode of sorts, Mary Anne and Ben talk through the the personal effects that the pandemic and lockdown were having on them and their families, two months in. The two also ruminate on their own familial and cultural health anxieties and how they've come into play during these unprecedented times.  Content note for brief discussions of domestic violence and genocide. For show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-5 For the video version of the episode visit https://youtu.be/f4ucX-jndbo. If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting u...2021-04-191h 25Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"What Are... Humans?"What does it mean to be human? What do we mean when we call ourselves humanist? And what does secularism and the idea of God have to do with it all? This episode represents Mary Anne and Ben's attempts at clarifying what they mean by being humans. For show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-4 For the video version of the interview visit Mohranraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans YouTube channel. If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. Our Twitter handle is @mrahpodcast.2021-04-121h 32Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansAn Interview with Silvia Moreno-Garcia (Bonus)Mary Anne interviews Silvia Moreno-Garcia about her experiences with sci-fi and fantasy growing up in Mexico, and how it's shaped her own work. For show notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/#ep-3 For the video version of the interview visit the Speculative Literature Foundation's YouTube channel. If you enjoy this podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon. Our Twitter handle is @mrahpodcast.2021-04-0530 minMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"The Toilet Seat Con Hook-up"How does examining the rules and structures of relationships help define genres such as magical realism and science fiction? In this episode, Mary Anne and Ben humorously discuss their romantic experiences and the surprising connection to how we examine and shape genres... And leaving the toilet seat up might be more significant than you think. Content note for mention of race play and of pedophilia. Also discussion of cheating on spouses and spousal abuse and murder. And a potentially ableist remark about brain tumors and personality change. For Show Notes visit: https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes...2021-03-291h 54Mohanraj and Rosenbaum Are HumansMohanraj and Rosenbaum Are Humans"Introductions"In this inaugural episode, Mary Anne and Ben promise to introduce themselves in ten minutes, then immediately veer off into a tangle of tangents—parenting, religion, writing—setting a tone for the wild ride to come. From their beginnings as writers, to the far future extrapolations of their work, Mary Anne and Ben begin the discussion of who they are as humans. For show notes visit https://speculativeliterature.org/episodes/ If you like the podcast consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/mrahpodcast2021-03-221h 41