DANGEROUSLY GOOD STORIES

Marie Masse - Dangerously Good Stories™
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In short: This is your go-to resource for using your personal stories to power up your life + business. 🔥 🔗 SHOW NOTES: dangerouslygoodstories.com/shownotes 📝 GUIDED STORY PROGRAM + PHYSICAL PLAYBOOK: dangerouslygoodstories.com/storyteller ⇢ INSTAGRAM: @dangerouslygoodstories 🌖 FULL SHOW DETAILS: You want to fully experience and savor your one & precious life... but you're a little stuck? YOUR PERSONAL STORIES ARE THE ANTIDOTE. ⭐️⭐️⭐️ STORY WORK is something we gift ourselves and we can model for our children now, so they don't believe the same LIE many of us did growing up: ⇢ get good grades = get into a good college = get a good job = happy life. In reality, that's a recipe for a cookie-cutter, safe and settled life—one you believe must be your best life (you did everything "right" after all)... Meanwhile, you're baffled over why you don't feel as appreciative and happy as you "should." It's because of conditioning: cultural, societal, and generational. ⚡️ Use your personal stories to unlearn conditioned beliefs and heighten the meaningfulness + aliveness in your day-to-day. That's when you'll: 🔥 be mind-blown by your own life! 🔥 wake up with less, "what do I HAVE to do today?" and more "what do I GET to do today?" 🔥 experience meaningfulness and aliveness as your natural state of mind—much like untethered childhood. Isn't that what we want for our children, our loved ones, and for ourselves? 🎧 DANGEROUSLY GOOD STORIES, HOSTED BY MARIE MASSE, WILL GUIDE YOU DEEPER INTO YOUR STORIES. In these episodes, Marie unearths tiny, personal stories from guests, listeners, and her own life a couple times a month. She dials into hidden opportunities within each story, so you can tap into your own stories for healing, self-trust, connection, meaningfulness, and even profit. 🌱 🦹🏼 ✨ 💌 💰 Whether you're: - a person with family (you're a parent / grandparent / friend / sibling / or someone's child) - a writer / photographer / creative / memory-keeper / family historian - a teacher / coach / therapist - a member of Congress - or a service professional / CEO / business owner you have overlooked stories (and therefore: unclaimed opportunities)—GUARANTEED. Listen in. ✨ You'll start seeing more of your stories everywhere... and never see them in the same way again. Promise. 🎙 ABOUT THE HOST: Marie's been self-experimenting and teaching this story work since 2013. Her own stories led her family to their "Masse Mountain" forest oasis—which is much more than a simple place. She's also an author, photographer, actively unschooling her kids, and navigating ADHD for herself & her son. DISCLAIMER: THE CONTENT IN THIS PODCAST IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE, DIAGNOSIS OR TREATMENT, AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY IN SEEKING EITHER BECAUSE OF ANYTHING YOU'VE HEARD FROM MARIE MASSE, GUESTS OF THIS SHOW, OR THIS PODCAST.

  1. 10/04/2021

    Tell Your Stories and You'll Start to Notice More of Them with Caryn Dodson

    ⚠️ Note: This episode was recorded during a brief return to the podcast under its new name, Dangerously Good Stories, after a long hiatus. It's one of only two episodes I released before everything fell apart: trauma, burnout, and a full stop. I've kept it in the public archive because Caryn's unfiltered voice note captures the exact kind of wake-up story work can offer. Honest. Restorative. Rooted in aliveness. ... This isn't an interview. It's a real Voxer message from Caryn Dodson — listener, photographer, and former guest — recorded less than 24 hours after my last episode aired. She didn't know I'd ask to share it. She wasn't trying to sound polished or persuasive. She was just being real. And that's exactly why it matters. Caryn's words echo what so many of us feel behind the scenes: the burnout, the marketing fatigue, the aching to make something that means something. Her message is a love letter to story, tradition, soul work, and the courage to show up with your whole self. If you've lost your way, if you're tired of performative content, or if you need permission to start again, this episode is for you. Topics touched on: The emotional power of storytelling and real documentation Why marketing often pushes us away from what matters Keeping family traditions alive through creative boundaries Photography burnout, pricing struggles, and losing creative joy What it means to chase feeling, not just a deliverable Using old photos as creative prompts and story sparks A call to slow down and reconnect through your own archives How to use one photo to rediscover overlooked stories Access the archived episode resources here: → dangerouslygoodstories.com/intentional-documentary-podcast-archive

    35 min

  2. 09/30/2021

    Let's Begin Again, Storyteller (j/k — life pivoted so hard after this ep)

    ⚠️ 2025 Note: This 2021 episode was recorded during a brief return to the podcast under the new name, Dangerously Good Stories, after a long break from podcasting. But, this wasn't just a "welcome back" episode. It was the prelude to collapse — unknowingly recorded from the edge. That contrast between hopeful rebuilding and the unseen unraveling gives me chills today. I've kept it in the public archive because it captures the heart of why I changed direction, what story work means to me, and the permission I hope it offers others — not to live louder, but to live more awake. ... This episode lays the groundwork for everything Dangerously Good Stories stands for. I introduce the shift from Intentional Documentary®, explain what makes a story dangerously good, and invite you into the kind of story work that reconnects you with what matters most — both in your life and your creative path. Topics Included: Why I retired the name Intentional Documentary® What makes a story "dangerously good" An introduction to the DGS Story Work Practice The shift from photo education to personal meaning-making Submitting listener stories and voice notes to the show A reflection prompt to help you begin again with intention Access the archived episode resources here: → dangerouslygoodstories.com/intentional-documentary-podcast-archive

    45 min

  3. 02/04/2020

    Keep the Fire Going: Life, Loss, and Legacy with Caryn Dodson

    ⚠️ This is an episode that reflects an earlier season of my work. I've kept it in the archive because it reflects a tender moment in time — one shaped by motherhood, meaning-making, and honoring what matters through everyday documentation. ⚠️ Content Note: This episode includes mention of postpartum depression and stillbirth. Please listen with care, or skip this one, if you're in a tender season.  ... What began as a conversation about shifting from portrait sessions to documentary photography quickly unfolded into something deeper: how grief, postpartum depression, and radical life change led Caryn Dodson to create her family's memory-keeping platform, Firekeepers Memories. We explore how photography became a lifeline through dark seasons, why she chose to homeschool and sell most of her belongings, and what she hopes clients feel decades after their sessions. Topics Included: Navigating client education and transitioning to full documentary work The quiet strategy Caryn used to introduce documentary sessions in her community How postpartum depression transformed her perspective on what matters Honoring family through documentation after stillbirth and loss The family story behind Firekeepers Memories and how it works Why she shoots every session like it might be the last Homeschooling, entrepreneurship, and life on the road A powerful phone-free challenge to help you notice more in your everyday life Connect with Caryn + access the archived episode resources here: → dangerouslygoodstories.com/intentional-documentary-podcast-archive

    1h 4m

  4. 01/21/2020

    The Power of Your Future Self, Hypnosis, and Identity Shifts with Aubrey Vejvoda

    ⚠️ Note: This episode is from the Intentional Documentary® era. I've kept it in the public archive because Aubrey's story speaks to identity shifts, emotional honesty, and the courage to follow an inner knowing. ... After navigating postpartum depression and feeling out of sync in stay-at-home motherhood, Aubrey Vejvoda started listening to the quiet signs pulling her in a new direction. In this conversation, she shares why she left photography, how hypnosis helped her reconnect with herself, and what it means to move forward by tuning inward. ⚠️ Content note: This episode ends with a short guided hypnosis for relaxation. If you're driving or multitasking, come back when you're able to sit still and fully listen. Topics Covered The emotional weight of not loving stay-at-home motherhood Identity shifts that surfaced after postpartum depression Leaving photography after recognizing red flags The difference between hypnosis and meditation How Aubrey works with the "future self" through hypnosis Using subconscious tools to reconnect with your own voice A short, guided relaxation hypnosis to close the episode Where Aubrey Is Now: Since this episode aired, Aubrey (they/them) has shifted into the world of expressive arts and advocacy. They're currently studying to become a licensed art therapist, with a focus on trauma-informed care, youth empowerment, and social justice through creativity. Connect with Katie and access the archived episode resources here: 
 → dangerouslygoodstories.com/intentional-documentary-archive

    1h 39m

  5. 01/14/2020

    Nature, Loss, and Learning to Listen Again with Jessica Hachey

    ⚠️ Note: This episode is from the Intentional Documentary® era. I've kept it in the public archive because Jessica's reflections on grief, nature, and the seasons of documenting still resonate deeply. ... When Jessica Hachey's daughter started school full-time, it stirred something unexpected: stillness, questions, and a new ache to reconnect with herself. In this episode, Jessica shares what it felt like to sit in that space — between loss, routine, and the pull of something more alive. We talk about what shifted in her documenting after walking through grief, and how time in the wild continues to restore her. This is a quiet, tender story about remembering what really matters and letting your lens follow your life from the inside out. Topics Covered The emotional impact of early motherhood transitions Relearning herself after her daughter started school Backcountry solo trips and nature as restoration Walking through loss and how grief reshaped her photography Letting go of expectations and trusting what to document The difference between photographing to preserve vs. prove Honoring slow seasons, silence, and internal shifts Access resources mentioned in this episode here: → dangerouslygoodstories.com/intentional-documentary-archive Where Jessica Is Now: Since this episode aired, Jessica has transitioned from family documentary photography into nature and conservation storytelling. Today, she blends her love of the outdoors with her visual craft, using photography to advocate for wild spaces, inspire curiosity, and deepen our connection to the natural world. You can find her hiking the Bruce Trail, paddling quiet waters, and volunteering with conservation groups across Ontario.

    1h 23m

  6. 01/07/2020

    The Client Experience and Mom Guilt: Building a Business with Life in Mind with Alicia Bauer

    ⚠️ Note: This episode is from the Intentional Documentary® era. I've kept it in the public archive because it explores how our work, systems, and parenting stories are often more intertwined than we realize. ... Designer and branding expert Alicia Bauer joins me for a two-part conversation. The first half offers tangible ideas for elevating your client experience in a way that reflects your actual values and personality. The second half dives into Alicia's honest reflections on mom guilt, creative work in small pockets of time, and what it looks like to navigate weekends, identity, and business with little ones underfoot. Topics covered:  What "client experience" really means and why it matters Five specific actions you can take to improve your client experience now Branding as a reflection of your actual self (not a version you're performing) Canned email responses, client touchpoints, and welcome packets The impact of personalization (e.g., texts, notes, branded thank-you's) Letting your personality shape your systems, not the other way around Alicia's transition from full-time business to small time blocks as a mom How overworking led to guilt during weekends and vice versa Reframing productivity with intention and permission Why you don't have to enjoy every moment of parenting to be present Creative structure for ND-friendly time management and energy rhythms The beauty of documenting even the "hard" moments (e.g., crying kid photo) Connect with Katie + access the archived episode resources here: 
 → dangerouslygoodstories.com/intentional-documentary-archive

    1h 3m

  7. 12/31/2019

    Document People Around You, Not Just the Kids from Ashley Manley

    ⚠️ Note: This episode is from the Intentional Documentary® era. I've kept it in the archive because it's a timeless reminder to notice and preserve the stories of our adult relationships, from friendships to cousins to the neighborhood coffee barista. ... This short episode features photographer Ashley Manley's personal story about realizing her dearest friendships were missing from her photo albums. It's a call to notice the people who see you in your real, grown-up life — the friends who get your bad jokes and love you anyway. A beautiful reminder that it's not just our kids who deserve to be remembered. Topics: The invisibility of adult friendships in our personal archives Why documenting grown-up relationships matters A challenge to photograph the people who know you now How one night in Chicago sparked a shift in perspective Using story work to deepen connection with chosen family Connect with Ashley + access the archived episode resources here: 
 → dangerouslygoodstories.com/intentional-documentary-archive

    7 min

  8. 12/24/2019

    This Year, Cultivate Meaning (Not Just Milestones)

    ⚠️ Note: This episode is from the Intentional Documentary® era. I've kept it in the public archive because it offers an accessible entry point into story work, especially for meaning-makers craving more than goal-setting alone. ... This guided reflection invites you to move beyond traditional goal-setting and reconnect with your life through story. Originally created as a 2020 planning episode, the practice is timeless: you'll reflect on past experiences, map anticipated stories, and explore what deserves to be healed, revisited, or deeply felt. Think of it as a values-rooted story ritual for your personal new year, reflective season, or any time you feel stuck in survival mode. Topics Covered Why traditional goal-setting often bypasses personal meaning Five reflective story work steps for life planning Prompts to surface stories from past years and childhood The power of honoring unresolved or painful memories Using stories to deepen connection in relationships A surprising example of how old memories inspired a cross-country move The impact of love letters and story-fueled gestures Why your "tiny story list" is more grounding than your to-do list Access all active archived episode resources here: → dangerouslygoodstories.com/intentional-documentary-podcast-archive

    41 min
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In short: This is your go-to resource for using your personal stories to power up your life + business. 🔥 🔗 SHOW NOTES: dangerouslygoodstories.com/shownotes 📝 GUIDED STORY PROGRAM + PHYSICAL PLAYBOOK: dangerouslygoodstories.com/storyteller ⇢ INSTAGRAM: @dangerouslygoodstories 🌖 FULL SHOW DETAILS: You want to fully experience and savor your one & precious life... but you're a little stuck? YOUR PERSONAL STORIES ARE THE ANTIDOTE. ⭐️⭐️⭐️ STORY WORK is something we gift ourselves and we can model for our children now, so they don't believe the same LIE many of us did growing up: ⇢ get good grades = get into a good college = get a good job = happy life. In reality, that's a recipe for a cookie-cutter, safe and settled life—one you believe must be your best life (you did everything "right" after all)... Meanwhile, you're baffled over why you don't feel as appreciative and happy as you "should." It's because of conditioning: cultural, societal, and generational. ⚡️ Use your personal stories to unlearn conditioned beliefs and heighten the meaningfulness + aliveness in your day-to-day. That's when you'll: 🔥 be mind-blown by your own life! 🔥 wake up with less, "what do I HAVE to do today?" and more "what do I GET to do today?" 🔥 experience meaningfulness and aliveness as your natural state of mind—much like untethered childhood. Isn't that what we want for our children, our loved ones, and for ourselves? 🎧 DANGEROUSLY GOOD STORIES, HOSTED BY MARIE MASSE, WILL GUIDE YOU DEEPER INTO YOUR STORIES. In these episodes, Marie unearths tiny, personal stories from guests, listeners, and her own life a couple times a month. She dials into hidden opportunities within each story, so you can tap into your own stories for healing, self-trust, connection, meaningfulness, and even profit. 🌱 🦹🏼 ✨ 💌 💰 Whether you're: - a person with family (you're a parent / grandparent / friend / sibling / or someone's child) - a writer / photographer / creative / memory-keeper / family historian - a teacher / coach / therapist - a member of Congress - or a service professional / CEO / business owner you have overlooked stories (and therefore: unclaimed opportunities)—GUARANTEED. Listen in. ✨ You'll start seeing more of your stories everywhere... and never see them in the same way again. Promise. 🎙 ABOUT THE HOST: Marie's been self-experimenting and teaching this story work since 2013. Her own stories led her family to their "Masse Mountain" forest oasis—which is much more than a simple place. She's also an author, photographer, actively unschooling her kids, and navigating ADHD for herself & her son. DISCLAIMER: THE CONTENT IN THIS PODCAST IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE, DIAGNOSIS OR TREATMENT, AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY IN SEEKING EITHER BECAUSE OF ANYTHING YOU'VE HEARD FROM MARIE MASSE, GUESTS OF THIS SHOW, OR THIS PODCAST.

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  • Creator
    Marie Masse - Dangerously Good Stories™
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2021
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    DANGEROUSLY GOOD STORIES