The Happy Never After Podcast

Mara is back after a long, necessary pause due to the loss of the love of her life. She is joined by Marshall, who she discusses all that she has been going through. Dealing with grief isn't linear. Our hearts bleed for anyone that has lost a loved one. We love you

Derek Drescher of the upcoming POP alongside his future cohost, and current host of DBS Podcast, Sergio Chicon, join Mara for one of the final episodes of HNA Pod as it is formatted today! Derek has quite the story of accountability, jail masturbation and getting owned by CO's, but not a lot of heartbreak...thank goodness. Download, rate, subscribe! Love y'all!  

Sergio and Mara fly solo to talk accepting compliments and telling people when they have poppy seeds in their mouth

Mara is back in NYC and back recording with Sergio! We talk teeth mishaps and broken friendships...really good stuff! 

but not Mara....had to deplane because of a Karen situation and couldn't make it to NYC but we made it work...technology baby!!!   Get into this episode and share with your friendssss

We talk big changes and how that will affect the future! (It won't, we are all subject to our own path and no matter how hard we try, our future is gonna happen the way it is supposed to) Anywayyyy.....enjoy!  

Sergio and Wilfred join Mara to get the band back together. We talk everything and absolutely nothing!  Its a good one!!!  

Just Wilfred co-pilots this episode with Mara and we are joined by the world's best friend and Wilfred's new mom, comedian and actress Franqi French! Franqi puts more heart into everything she does than anyone we've ever met. She is passionate and loving and a killer comedian. This episode took a turn off of her personal relationships, but it was the path we were supposed to go on. Tune in for all these great stories and snippets by downloading now! 

Sergio joins Mara and they talk close calls...

YES! You read that right...Sam Cila is BACK! And this time he is getting Sergio and Wilfred into shape! 

Mara is joined by Sergio Chicon, Wilfred Padua and featured guest Stephanie Andrews to talk about horrible breakups and keeping a roster of dudes to date. 

Sergio Chicon from DBS Podcast and Wilfred Padua from Raw Beef Podcast, joins host Mara Marek to talk comedy shop and to delve into the very mysterious breakup of this Tiktok star, Maddy Gillespie!     

The listeners wanted it, so here y'all go! Sergio Chicon from DBS Podcast is BACK! And funnier than ever!  So listen up and head on over to DBS Podcast for even more of the Chicon show!

Wilfred Padua, comedian and writer joins Mara and this is just part one of two! A budding friendship between these two was squashed before the pandemic, but its about to come alive again right before your very eyes! Wilfred also thought he was going to maintain his masculine alpha exterior, but we broke him down...THE MAN GREW UP WITH NO HUGS OR I LOVE YOU'S!    Also we are starting a new. fun segment on the show where we talk break up stories! wretched, horrifying, break-up stories...have one? DM us and let's share it!!! 

Fellow comedian and mini-me of Mara is the featured guest of this week's episode. Stewart is a killer comedian and host of her own pod, which you can grab through her insta at @stewartandchill. Mara and Stewart talk about losing a parent tragically early in life, and the effects it had on her other parent as well as her own coming of age. We also get into some pretty hot goss, and talk exercise bulimia so gobble this episode up by downloading it now! 

Vanessa joins Mara for this episode of Happy Never After to talk about being a transgendered person, transitioning during the most controversial time in New York City...the 70s. Maintaining the look of her biological birth sex to stay on the success track in business, specifically architecture. Revealing her true identity to her coworkers, and her wife of 26 years. Incredible story. She is an incredible soul. Just beams sunshine and you can hear it through the mic. Thank you for listening. If you want to reach out to Vanessa, you can email her at vanessa@thethinkart.com    Love you all!

With Doctor Brian Sheppard of Doc Talks

Alison Leiby, writer, comedian, but most importantly, best cheese board chef in Brooklyn, IS BACK! We recap from her last visit and chat about how to stay driven and successful as a woman in a patriarchal society!  Have her views changed since pre-pandemic...check it out! and check her out at https://www.instagram.com/alisonleiby/   She is absolutely incredible

Last year, Lindsay Hubbard, from the popular BravoTv Reality Show, Summer House, joins Mara to talk relationships and love pre-break up with Stavy! Stay tuned for an update, but get all the deets that were off screen pre season taping!     

Dr. Thomas Whitfield is BACK, and he AGAIN, doesn't beat around the bush. Mara and Thomas recap his last appearance, and talk about all the changes. Turns out THERAPY WORKS!  Really fun episode, really fun reminder to call your analyst! 

Derek Humphrey is BACK! and he hath matured...because this comic is now a homeowner! Yes, he has changed his outlook on life, Not because of the worldwide pandemic, but because of bills;) We also chat about growing up without a Dad and not feeling valued enough to create a relationship with his step father. We get vulnerable on this ep..

Maddy Smith, Comedian from Wild 'n' Out joins Mara and fill in cohost Dylan Palladino, (fellow comedian and host of We're All Psychos Podcast, we all know and luv him) for this update on life and deep dive into past relationships, casual flirting and the biz of comedy! Fun ep, even fun-ner guests!!! 

So Nice, We Released it Twice!  Jared Freid from U Up and J Train Podcast visited the HNA studios a little over a year ago, and what a time to be alive it was...you remember those maskless days?! I DON'T.  Jared is always a crowd favorite and this episode does not disappoint!    We will get some updates on all things Jared, SHORTLY!!!  

The title may be long, but me figuring out how to say Brendan's name took longer;)! BRENDAN SAGALOW is BACK! He was another crowd favorite and WHAT A YEAR WILL DO FOR SOMEONE. He is 90 days sober, slimmer, and super single. Like the most single:)  He also has evolved as a man quite a bit by becoming honest with himself, and vulnerable. Loving Brendan 2.0. Go check him out on his pod or through his podcast with Scott Chaplain! 

So nice we released it twice!!! Previously recorded and released and ACCIDENTALLY deleted episode with comedian and friend Brendan Sagalow. Best known for his rolls in his own instagram videos and host of his podcast with fellow comedian Scott Chaplain.    Fun Episode and updated episode available tomorrow...listen to part one and part two this week! Can't believe the growth! 

AS REQUESTED BY VERY POPULAR DEMAND, Anthony Devito and THE Julia Solomon are back and we got just about the same amount accomplished! What an update, I'm pretty sure we just talked about Jock Straps, but an update none the less! Download, share, and make sure to check out their social media becauuuuuse, BIG ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE COMING!

YES, this is a rerelease, but...IS IT WORTH IT...absolutely!  I sat down with Anthony and Julia pre pandemic and man, was this fun. Listen to the episode for the first time, or re-listen, because we have a whoooole new episode with these two crazy cats coming out this week for a little catch up action!  Also, stay tuned for their podcast, coming soon!

Shayne Smith, comedian and host of The Cowboy Boys and just recently, Without a Country podcast, joins Mara for today's episode. We talk the history of weightlifting, axing wood at 5 years old, and finding deep and truthful love, or sacrificing a mediocre relationship so they can meet up with their true love.     

This is a RE-RELEASE! We had a catch up and the people were asking to hear the original episode so HERE IT IS! Last year, in a simpler time,(Pre-Pandy)  Dylan Palladino was a stand up comedian and bartender, getting fired for things he did months prior and was making excuses for not maintaining healthy relationships.  Now he is making moves and still crushing his Podcast We're All Psychos. ReListen or Listen for the first time to the Episode with Dylan and then listen to his most recent episode to stay fresh!  https://happyneverafter.libsyn.com/ep-186-no-longer-avoiding-attachment-with-dylan-palladino

Sergio Chicon, comedian, actor, personal trainer, and SNAKE WRANGLER, joins Mara for today's episode. They talk changing their pod names as they evolve, personal training during the day, having a daughter and what a different life he would have had if one little choice was made differently in his life.  Great episode...even better guest! 

Josh Adam Meyers from The GD Comedy Jam, F is for Family, and The 500 Podcast, joins Mara for a talk about moving past loss, how to clear out the trauma, living with survivors guilt and owning your talent. Incredible Episode, Incredible Human...

NY Giants Defensive Line Coach Sean Spencer trains his team in CHAOS, and lives by the code of Chaos, (Command, Heart, Achieve, Outstanding, Success). Sean Spencer grew up with less than most and fought past to become a coach in the NFL. His path was not linear or easy, there were times when he was on the verge of giving up...BUT HE HELD ON...and has achieved ultimate success. Incredible story, incredible human. Check out his brand at @trainedinchaos or at trainedinchaos.com 

This is a re release of my first episode with Dave Landau from The Anthony Cumia Show and A Fair One! Dave talks about his bout with alcoholism and many MANY arrests, losing his Dad, awkward sexual moments and how he has turned everything around to be one of the best Dads, friends, and comics around!  This was recorded one year ago, but fits in this series of becoming a success through adversity! 

Comedian Kyle Grooms, went out for a normal night of vegan food, and ended up in the hospital getting his head split open...with his leftovers in tow of course. Kyle and Mara talk about how having the surgery changed the trajectory of his life, valuing family and the small things and his new children's book! 

Mara welcomes Tonnisha and Tiffany of The Combat Divas Podcast for today's episode. They talk about their careers in the military as Truck Drivers in a very volatile combat zone, witnessing a battle buddy and brother get killed during combat, experiencing boot camp and life as a hot, female cadet, dealing with race in the military and how to keep pressing forward even though you want to end it all. We also talk about being the kind of woman that lifts each other up and surrounding yourself with people that are truthful even though the honesty is gonna sting a lil at first. As soon as this lockdown is over, Mara is bringing them to New York for an event...so stay tuned.  Follow The Combat Divas On iTunes, Instagram, or on their Site!  ALSO PRE ORDER THEIR BOOK!! https://www.unfeatheredink.com/press.html

Eric Norman, Police Officer, Firefighter, Member of the US Air Force, advocate for mental health and the LGBTQ+ community sits down and chats with Mara about his failed attempt to "come out" to his family, the trauma he endured growing up, how that led him into a doomed-to-fail marriage, working in the COVID unit in NYC, dealing with pain and surviving suicide. That was the longest sentence of all time, but it definitely represents the full range of topics discussed. Eric has overcome so much adversity and has a clear strategy of how to reclaim his life after every down. Incredible role model...  

Sam Cila, leader at The Program, is a Retired Staff Sergeant in the US Army. He served with the “Fighting 69th” Infantry Regiment out of New York City and the First Cavalry Division out of Fort Hood Texas, and also worked in Army Special Operations. Sam served combat tours in Iraq in 2004-2005, and was decorated with awards for valor in combat as well as a Purple Heart. His life took a drastic turn when he was injured on July 4th, 2005. Dedication to team and selfless service has helped Sam attack many challenges. He is an elite-level endurance athlete, 2x member of the USA Para National triathlon team, an Ironman World championship finisher, and a high altitude mountaineer, but most importantly he is a husband and a father. Mara and Sam talk about how he decided to join the military, how going off to Iraq was the hardest decision of his life, how to tackle the challenge of 2020 and how you can't leave smart people out in the woods. Sam is probably the most inspiring person I've ever met and everyone should check out his social media.  Follow Sam on INSTAGRAM or TWITTER or check him out through http://www.theprogram.org

Gavin McInnes, originator of the Proud Boys and Vice Media, now at https://censored.tv  joins Mara for an intense conversation. They talk about an almost physical altercation they had and then Gavin tells his side of the story. Let us know what you think...  

World renowned divorce attorney, Ira Garr, most notably for his work on the dissolution case of Rupert Murdoch and his former wife Anna, (who received $1.7 Billion...yowza)...joins to discuss the complications of maintaining an already rocky marriage, in the midst of a global pandemic.  Ira has also done some worth with our exiting 45...informative episode. Tune in! 

Dylan Palladino, Comedian and host of We're All Psychos Podcast RETURNS for an extremely WILD and informative podcast. We recap how far he has come since we recorded his last appearance (from ep 167). We talk snacks, dating the wrong person on purpose, and how to take a relationship one day at a time.  We also cover Avoidant Attachment Disorder in adult relationships, which is CURABLE.  We go over the finer points of avoidant attachment on our instagram! But as a little preview, here are the Adult Attachment Styles:  ADULT ATTACHMENT STYLES AVOIDANT (dismissive) Devalues Desire and Importance of Relationships Exceedingly Self-Reliant May Become Vulnerable In Extreme Crisis AVOIDANT (fearful) Low Self-Esteem High Anxiety In Relationships Vigorously Fears Rejection More Dependant in Relationships Than Dismissive   SECURE Can Trust Easily Communicates Boundaries With Ease Compromises Often as Always Positions Themself as Flexible and Cooperative Self Aware of Emotions ANXIOUS Reactive when triggered (ie will attempt to make partner jealous when insecure) Fears outcome of sharing needs Always living in "survival" mode, Central Nervous System (CNS) very sensitive Get more info by heading over to our social, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook Thank you for your continued support! Please: rate, review and subscribe!!! Share with a few friends while you're at it!  

Erica Spera from Shooters Gotta Shoot podcast, join Mara and Joelle to discuss dating in the time of Coronavirus. To add a little complexity, add on dating with an STI. For everyone that needs to hear this, you are worth love, you deserve happiness, safety and peace. We love y'all. Thank you for listening...

Dr Brian Sheppard, of Doc Talks, on YouTube and famously from TicTok, joins Mara and Joelle to talk the psychoanalysis of relationships, breakups, attraction and how being a minister does not get in the way of his therapy career. We also talk about his family life and how he met his wife and son. Justice was served with a lot of tears from Mara on this one. Such a great listen, Such a great human!  Please rate, review and subscribe to his pod, instagram and YouTube channel! Love you all!

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