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 you Megan for sharing your story!

This episode of I’m so glad you asked was edited by Josh Finfrock (@oracle.audio and oracleaudio.net)

I’m so glad you asked is an interview 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.

Instagram: @imsogladyouaskedpodcast

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 love.

Romeo and Juliet soundtrack

Dawson's Creek soundtrack

Mirrorball

Whitney Houston

Mariah Carey

Hazelden Betty Ford

This episode of I’m so glad you asked was edited by Josh Finfrock. You can find Josh at oracleaudio.net and on instagram.

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.

Instagram: @imsogladyouaskedpodcast

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 about who she is and have a better understanding of those who share the same struggles as Kellie.

Thank you for listening as Kellie walks us through her journey of feeling less worthy than other people, the onset of depression and being diagnosed with Lipedema. I am grateful to Kellie for sharing her story. For more information on Lipedema, please click on the links below.

Lipedema Sisters Facebook Page

Lipedema Foundation

Lipedema/Lipoedema Simplified Support

Legs Like Mine

This episode of I’m so glad you asked was edited by Josh Finfrock. You can find Josh at oracleaudio.net and on instagram.

I’m so glad you asked is a twice monthly interview 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.

Instagram: @imsogladyouaskedpodcast

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.

Be sure to check out the links below for Lisa's website and Instagram and a few things we discussed during our wonderful conversation:

• Lisa's website!
• Lisa's instagram!
• National Women's History Alliance
• Edith Farnsworth House
• Summer Sisters
• Ani DiFranco

This episode of I’m so glad you asked was edited by Josh Finfrock.

Instagram: @imsogladyouaskedpodcast

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 ends with the most current stop on her path, soil consultancy. You can find more information about Jen below and be sure to check out the links for the organizations she shared!

From Scratch Wellness

Contrary Mary's

City Bee Savers

I’m so glad you asked is a twice monthly interview 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.

This episode of I’m so glad you asked was edited by Josh Finfrock.

Instagram: @imsogladyouaskedpodcast

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 Mirela's beautiful Romanian heritage and how this continues to shape who she is and how she shows up in this world.

I’m so glad you asked is a twice monthly interview 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.

This episode of I’m so glad you asked was edited by Josh Finfrock.

Instagram: @imsogladyouaskedpodcast

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 shape him. Please be sure to check out the links below that Craig mentions throughout this episode!

BILL W.: The Creative Force Behind Alcoholics Anonymous | WTTW

Katy bar the door

https://www.aa.org/

This episode of I’m so glad you asked was edited by Josh Finfrock.

I’m so glad you asked is a twice monthly interview podcast hosted by Mary Kruse (@mtheresafaith31), a Chicago based artist and storycatcher.

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.

Instagram: @imsogladyouaskedpodcast

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 from a young age into where she is now, and how this journey has paved a path for how she shows up in this world. Be sure to check out the links below for the articles and books mentioned throughout this episode!

How to Be an Antiracist

Article

This episode of I’m so glad you asked was edited by Josh Finfrock.

I’m so glad you asked is a twice monthly interview podcast hosted by Mary Kruse (@mtheresafaith31), a Chicago based artist and storycatcher.

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.

Instagram: @imsogladyouaskedpodcast