I’m so glad you asked is a storytelling podcast hosted by Mary Kruse (@mtheresafaith31), a Chicago based artist and story catcher.
What started out as a desire to hear the untold stories behind the women and friends in her life has developed into a beautiful space for all individuals to safely share the stories that shape them.
I am so glad you asked: Everyone has a story and I want to hear yours.
After taking a pause, the podcast is back! Season 3 opens with my friend, Lana Manikowski. Lana is a life coach, author and creator of the Other's Day Brunch. We sat down for a chat between new frien…
What a gift to have my friend Samantha on the podcast and I truly hope you are sitting down as you listen! Samantha and I have only known each other a short time, and I knew shortly after meeting her…
Welcome to the September edit! I was so happy to have the opportunity to sit down with my friend, Megan, and learn the early loss that shaped her life. Thank you for taking time to listen and thank y…
Welcome to Volume 2: the August edit! This episode is an incredibly special one and touches on many emotional topics; an enormous thank you to my friend, Jimmy, for his vulnerability, friendship and …
Welcome to Volume 2: the June edit! Today’s guest is my friend, Kellie. A big thank you to my friend for her bravery and courage in sharing her journey; I know I am walking away learning so much more…
In this episode, "The Women Who Raised Me", Mary is beyond excited to welcome back her dear friend Lisa Macaione for Women's History Month! Lisa is a writer, poet, teacher and overall wonderful human…
In this episode, “Soil Cool '', Mary is excited to sit down with her friend and naturopath, Jen Stanley. Jen takes us on her sweet (pun intended) journey from French Pastry School to Naturopathy, and…
In this episode, “The Romanian Cracker Jack box”, Mary is excited to sit down with her friend Mirela and learn the story that shapes her. Pour yourself a glass of wine, and tuck in for a journey of M…
Mary is thrilled to sit down with her neighbor and friend, Craig, for the second episode in the Men's Spotlight. Craig takes us on a journey beginning in 1942, and shares the story that continues to …
In this episode, “Never Give Up Girl”, Mary sits down with her dear friend Rachel, yes, THAT Rachel, the wonderful woman Mary mentions throughout her podcast. Rachel takes us on a journey starting fr…
In this episode, the first in the Men's Spotlight, Mary is honored to sit down with her friend, Anthony Neri. Anthony shares how poetry played an instrumental role in his life from a young age and sh…
In this episode, Feminism is not a dirty word, Mary interviews her friend and favorite May Gemini, Melissa Munoz-Rush. Make yourself a Moscow Mule, play some New Kids on the Block and tuck in for a w…
In this episode, The Duality of Harmony, Mary interviews her friend Fiona and is fortunate to have a front row seat to learn the beautiful story that shaped who she is, beginning as a child in Irelan…
In this episode, “I just want someone to listen”, Mary interviews her friend, Kalli, who shows extreme bravery in sharing her story. To learn more about Dr. Kalli, please visit this link.
This episod…
In this episode, “Hi Poddy”, Mary laughs and cries her way through an interview with her friend, Patti. Get cozy in your favorite turtleneck and pour yourself a glass of your favorite fall beverage; …
In this episode, “Finding the aww”, Mary interviews her friend, Katie. Did we end up where we planned? Not at all, and that is where we find the aww. Tuck in for a wonderful conversation, full of hon…
In this episode, “Only when you are ready”, Mary is honored to interview her friend, Katey Neri. This episode discusses alcoholism and infidelity. If you or someone you know is affected by alcoholism…
In this episode, “Are you there, Jenna? It’s me, Genevieve”, Mary speaks with her dear friend, Genevieve Belt about her journey to healing her inner child. Genevieve is an NCCAOM board certified and …
In this episode, “Maam, would you like a drink of water?”, Mary is honored and excited to interview her friend, Kathy Kelly, an American peace activist and author. You can find an archive of Kathy's …
In this episode, “Neither Here Nor There”, Mary is so excited to interview her dear friend, Lisa Macaione. Lisa is a writer, poet, teacher and overall wonderful human. Lisa shares her experience grow…