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Mary Johnson Van Den Berge is a "wear your heart on your sleeve" kind of woman, an unapologetic bookworm, and an online shopping champion. She devours murder mysteries in every form — whether in books or podcasts — with an enthusiasm that surprises even herself. Raised on a farm near St. Marys in Southwestern Ontario, she now calls Petrolia home, nestled in Ontario’s scenic “banana belt.”
Mary is a proud advocate for women’s rights and believes deeply in the power of honest conversation. On her podcast, she creates a safe and open space for women to explore the emotional layers of life—through candid conversations about relationships, identity, healing, motherhood, and more. It’s not just her story anymore—it’s all of ours.
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S2E5 Episode 3: The Balancing Act — Parenting Adult Children
Send a textToday on Being Mary, we step into a chapter no one really prepares us for — raising adult children.It’s the quiet shift from being the one who leads… to the one who learns how to step back…
S2E4 Episode 2: The Becoming of a Mother — Matrescence
Send a textWhen a woman becomes a mother, everything shifts — body, heart, and soul.In today’s episode of Being Mary, I explore matrescence — the profound transformation that happens as a woman…
S2E3 Episode 1: The Ties That Bind — Daughters and Mothers
Send a textToday on Being Mary, we begin a brand-new series: Daughter – Mom – Grandmother: The Evolution of Love.We start at the beginning — the bond between a mother and daughter.It’s one of the…
S2E2 Being Mary Re-Introduction
Send a textOn Monday I said, “If you’re new here, come back Wednesday.”So here we are. 🤍This episode is a re-introduction—for those just joining me, and for those who’ve been walking alongside me for…
S2E1 PICKLEBALL – and why I’m Hooked
Send a textI showed up alone with a paddle, a few nerves, and no expectations… and walked away hooked. This episode is about pickleball, community, and rediscovering the joy of play — no experience…
S1E30 Surviving the Holidays
Send a text🎄 Feeling like the holidays are just a Hallmark movie you didn’t audition for? Single? Alone? Or just avoiding awkward family drama? You’re not alone.Join me, Mary, as I talk about…
S1E29 Aging & Thriving, Part 2 - Connection, Home & New Adventures
Send a textPart 2 is here! 💕 This week on Being Mary, we’re talking about connection, home, and embracing new adventures — because aging isn’t about slowing down, it’s about showing up differently.…
S1E28 Aging & Thriving, Part 1: Health, Purpose & Independence
Send a textNew episode is up! This week, I’m diving into Part 1 of Aging & Thriving — how to stay healthy, find new purpose, and keep your independence strong. Retirement isn’t the end — it’s a…
S1E27 My 69th Birthday
Send a textThis week’s episode of Being Mary is a special one — a reflection as I turn 69.It’s been a year of growth, loss, laughter, and new beginnings.From publishing my memoir to launching this…
S1E26 YES I Can
Send a textSome mornings I sit with my coffee and wonder… is this it? Retirement is supposed to be the best years of our lives, but what do we really do with them?That’s why I started my new podcast…
To the girls that are different
Send a text"Today’s episode of Being Mary is for the outsiders—the deep feelers, the ones who never quite fit in. 💫 Your strangeness isn’t a flaw—it’s your gift. Listen now!"Support the…
Funny Friend Requests - Part 2
Send a text“Hi, it’s Mary — today’s the day! The new Being Mary episode is out now, and I’m spilling the wildest TikTok friend requests I’ve ever received. From Keanu Reeves to princes and sugar…
They Called Her Jezebel
Send a text"Healing starts when you recognize you are not the problem — the system is."— Dawn Stilwell, They Called Her JezebelHi, it’s Mary, and this week on Being Mary I sit down with my good…
3 Tiny Tweaks for a Younger, Energized You - Part 3 Relationships
Send a textHi, it’s Mary—and welcome back to Being Mary.We’ve been talking about three small habits that can change your body, your energy, and your life. Habit #1 was all about moving your…
S1E21 3 Tiny Tweaks for a Younger, Energized You - Part 2 Phones
Send a textHi, it’s Mary—and welcome back to Being Mary. Last week, we started with Habit #1: Move your body. This week, Habit #2 might surprise you.It’s simple. It’s powerful. And it could…
S1E21 3 Tiny Tweaks for a Younger, Energized You– Part 1: Move Your Body"
Send a textHi, it’s Mary—and I’ve got a question for you:What if just 3 Tiny Tweaks could change your body, boost your energy, and add years to your life? Sounds dramatic, right? But it’s backed by…
S1E19 Walks in Nature: Water
Send a text✨ Peace. Serenity. Perspective. This Wednesday on Being Mary, I invite you to join me by the lake — where the sound of the waves and the vastness of the water remind us how to let go,…
S1E18 Deep Roots and Green Lawns
Send a textDeep Roots and Green LawnsAre you a weed, or are you grass?This episode explores what weeds can teach us about resilience, connection, and quiet strength — even when life feels like a…
What Caregivers Need — Help, Compassion & Healing
Send a textEpisode 2: What Caregivers Need — Help, Compassion & HealingHi, it’s Mary — and welcome back to Being Mary. Last time, I shared my personal journey as a caregiver. Today, I want to…
S1E17 The Caregiver’s Journey — Love, Guilt & Burnout
Send a text Episode 1: The Caregiver’s Journey — Love, Guilt & BurnoutHi, it’s Mary — and welcome to Being Mary. Today we’re talking about one of the hardest, most emotional jobs you can ever…
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Being Mary has published 35 episodes since April 2025, covering topics in Personal Journals, Relationships.
Being Mary is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 5m.
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