Melissa joins Mary to celebrate 20 years of Toast & Jam! They reveal the scrappy origin story, relive some truly unhinged wedding moments, and spill brand-building secrets that turned a side hustle into a staple. Along the way, they get real about authenticity, representation, and carving out space in an industry that hasn’t always offered female DJs the aux cord.

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Mary teams up with data queen Jean Clipperton to do what the internet has been trying to do for years: scientifically analyze Taylor Swift’s feelings. Yes, we’re talking spreadsheets, sentiment analysis, and emotional algorithms applied to pop’s most dissected discography. Because if anyone deserves peer-reviewed heartbreak, it’s Taylor. Mary and Jean dive into why studying women in music actually matters, how computational tools can map emotional landscapes across albums, and Taylor’s sacred and emotionally devastating “track fives.” Spoiler: the data confirms what we already knew. She feels a lot.

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Legendary music journalist Jessica Hopper joins Mary to unpack the cultural shift that was Lilith Fair and why it still matters. They dig into Jessica’s journey through music journalism, the making of the Lilith Fair documentary, and how a festival led by women somehow became radical just by existing. It’s a love letter to community, a reality check on progress, and a reminder that women in music have always been the movement, whether the industry was ready or not.

You can watch “Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery” on Hulu.

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Learn more about Jessica’s criticism and creative endeavors: https://jessicahopper.work/

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On today’s AUIMLB, we’re talking breathwork, body awareness, and the emotional side of pain with Katie Tomaszewski. Mary & Katie explore how tuning into your body can ease chronic pain, spark euphoric emotional releases, and boost mental clarity. The conversation also tackles the impact of social media on mental health, the importance of community support, and reflections on life and death that can deepen personal growth.

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deeplinehealth.com and follow her on IG: @ deep_line_health_

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In this episode of 'All Up in My Lady Business', Mary goes SOLAMENTE, answering questions sent in by listeners right off the dome. From musical influences growing up to the hard lessons learned in business, she shares insights on her life, balancing motherhood with her career (anyone else hate that phrase?), and her evolving definition of success. It’s a raw, funny, off-the-cuff deep dive into her personal and professional journey.

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Mary is joined by Jen Martensen as they dive into all things women, work, and making it happen. From the power of community support for moms (because no one does this alone) to Jen’s bold leap from corporate life into consulting, the conversation is packed with real talk and practical insight. They break down why financial management and bookkeeping aren’t just “nice to have” for small businesses—they’re essential—and unpack the unique challenges women face while building and sustaining businesses in a constantly shifting economy.

To learn more about Jen’s company, visit Backline Business Consulting’s website: https://www.backlinebusiness.com/

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On Today’s episode, Melissa Riddle (operations wizard at Toast and Jam) spills the tea on her business journey, from running her own show to joining someone else’s. She and Mary get real about the whiplash of going from entrepreneur life to team life, the highs and hiccups of working closely together, and why complementary skills (and mutual respect) are the secret sauce to making it all work.

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We are back after an impromptu hiatus! In this episode, Mary reflects on the process of battling imposter syndrome, taking a new approach to her business, and rediscovering why DJing lights her up. With honesty, humor, and a little hard-earned wisdom, Mary dives into the realities of entrepreneurship, the weight of the world around us, and why community, growth, and doing what actually brings you joy matter more than ever.

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