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Coffee Break With Mary B's 5th Son

Join us every Sunday morning for coffee and life stories. Life is all about family, friends, and adventures. Our host Jeff will regale us with how coffee played an important role in his life and how his coffee awareness colored his experiences with movies, music, and television. As we all know life revolves around coffee. He invites you to enjoy your Sunday morning coffee with him. As his mother Mary always said "The two things that will make a day go by better is, coffee and a smile". Follow us on Instagram @marybs5thson - Jeff regularly updates the posts to match what he talks about on the podcast, and email us at: marybs5son@gmail.com - so we can answer your question or respond to your suggestions.

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Episodes

The Day Cash Get's Hammered! Yikes!

Send us a text This week Jeff discusses tackle, snow, and MadDog. If you want to know the significance of those 3 topics give this episode a listen. This week the movie reviews are from Hallmark channel and the coffee review is a k-cup from Aldi. Enjoy this favorite episode from Coffee Break With Mary B's 5th Son. Happy Sunday!!! -IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MARYBS5THSON. FINALLY, PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH THOSE ...

Jan 16, 202220 minSeason 1Ep. 37

The Day The Pitching Stopped

Send us a text This week Jeff will share his timeline about his pitching career and what happened for him to go on to other pursuits. He will share some really fascinating tidbits. The coffee review is from Rhode Island and the movie review is Pulp Fiction. Have a wonderful Sunday and any other day this week with Coffee Break With Mary B's 5th Son. Raise your coffee cup to the New Year! -IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MA...

Jan 09, 202216 minSeason 1Ep. 36

Signs Everywhere Signs; James Brown New Years Eve Concert

Send us a text Happy New Year from Coffee Break With Mary B's 5th Son! This week Jeff will share his favorite New Years eve adventure with his friends from California, life changing concert, and of course his coffee and movie reviews. Everyone here wishes all of the listeners a happy 2022!! -IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MARYBS5THSON. FINALLY, PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH THOSE YOU LOVE TO HELP US CONTINUE TO CREATE C...

Jan 02, 202217 minSeason 1Ep. 35

California Road Trip And The Bad Tooth

Send us a text This week Jeff shares a Christmas road trip adventure to California and and tooth decision. The coffee reviews continue. Should he have bought the coffee? The movie review is another Hallmark movie. Merry Christmas and enjoy your cup of coffee with Mary b's 5th son.

Dec 26, 202116 minSeason 1Ep. 34

The Night Of The Christmas Tree Caper And Other Christmas Stories

Send us a text This week Jeff gets in deep in his "mental rolodex" and shares a few Christmas time stories of tree shopping, family meals, and other adventures. The reviews for this week are a Hallmark movie and a "could-be" Christmas movie. Enjoy this weeks Coffee Break with Mary B's 5th son and Merry Christmas.

Dec 19, 202117 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Christmas 1974 - Black Converse Is The New Orange

Send us a text This week is all about Christmas past and meaningful moments among family. Jeff shares his antidotes about life on the Southside of Chicago during Christmas. This week the movie review are about Hallmark movies. There is 2 films this week! Great ready for a lot of fun and good chuckles. -IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MARYBS5THSON. FINALLY, PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH THOSE YOU LOVE TO HELP US CONTINUE ...

Dec 12, 202117 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Dust On A Needle Is Kind Of A Drag

Send us a text This week Jeff shares a personal story about a cold winter day in February and what it means to want but not get. The story of him and his dad is a true childhood growing up story. This we start celebrating the holiday season and the movie review is The Family Man. Don't forget to stay for the after conversation all about Christmas movies. -IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MARYBS5THSON. FINALLY, PLEASE SHARE...

Dec 05, 202119 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Run Jeff Run - Part 2

Send us a text This week Jeff shows everyone what happens behind the curtain in the think tank. He will share his thoughts and feelings, on childhood taunts and his childhood sports. The true nature of Jeff's-isms are on full display and enjoy a non-obstructive listen with Mary B's 5th Son. -IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MARYBS5THSON. FINALLY, PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH THOSE YOU LOVE TO HELP US CONTINUE TO CREATE C...

Nov 28, 202117 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Mary B Presents - Thanksgiving Special

Send us a text This special episode is dedicated to a special lady, wife, mother, friend, and daughter. Jeff will share some insight on the woman who raised him. We salute you on Thanksgiving Mary B!!! May all of the listening audience have a Happy Tanksgiving from Mary B's 5th Son.

Nov 25, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Run Jeff Run - Part 1

Send us a text Look who's the winner this week! This week's podcast while be charming and a great insight into growing up around sports, family, and the south-side. Jeff has 2 great reviews in your future. The coffee review is that special something that is quaint and served with a smile. The movie review is a classic film from the 1980's Road House. -IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MARYBS5THSON. FINALLY, PLEASE SHARE THI...

Nov 21, 202119 minSeason 1Ep. 29

1971 - First Signs Of Love

Send us a text This week Jeff will tell us how he played cupid for a good friend and helped him win over the woman of his dreams. That same girl Jeff had the crush on first before those two had met way back in 1971. He will share more stories leading around this event and how he loved and ultimately stopped playing soccer. This week the coffee review is from his trip to Canada and the movie review is Deer Hunter. Don't forget to check out Instagram for the Sunday Gram on how to make a pumpkin co...

Nov 14, 202117 minSeason 1Ep. 28

This Magic Moment Is About Liz Hernandez And Bob Dylan

Send us a text Jeff explains this week all about his mother and father's, connection to WW2, a record player, some school crushes, and his love of good handwriting. This weeks movie review is of Sands of Iwo Jima. Plus, the coffee review is some more from Great White North - Canada. Don't forget to stick around for the discussion at the end... wait for it BOB DYLAN. Happy Veterans Day to those that have served. Enjoy this Sunday morning coffee with Jeff and remember coffee and a smile, will help...

Nov 07, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Halloween 67 & 68

Send us a text This week Jeff shares his spooky stories of treat or treating during his youth. We meet a scary cast of characters who will be sure to boo-ware you all. The adventures he gets into during his time in California and the south- side of Chicago will make you laugh. This week the coffee review will be more from Canada and his TV review is The Brady Bunch. Enjoy this haunting cup of coffee with Mary B's 5th son this Sunday morning. -IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODC...

Oct 31, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 26

The Wedding: 2 Beers and Stay Away From Your Brothers

Send us a text This week Jeff shares the exciting moments from his wedding and his mother's sound advice for a happy wedding and marriage. Don't forget to stay for the coffee and movie review. Enjoy your Sunday morning coffee with Jeff and his surprise guest. -IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MARYBS5THSON. FINALLY, PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH THOSE YOU LOVE TO HELP US CONTINUE TO CREATE CONTENT FOR YOU TO ENJOY EVERY SU...

Oct 24, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Coffee Musings With The Real House Wives Of GC

Send us a text This week Jeff has on some very special guests from his days at GC. He and his guests will talk about all of their recent coffee tastings and stories, and from their times working together for 5 years. The Real House Wives Of GC will be on next month as well to continue the discussion of Jeff's funniest moments as an employee and coworker. This week we have the coffee review and movie review, so get ready for this one...bum bum ba... it is a TV SHOW!! Get ready to laugh with Jeff ...

Oct 17, 202125 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Red Runs The Boston Marathon

Send us a text This year the Boston Marathon is having its 124th year as a marathon. "The world’s oldest annually run marathon" according to the website. Jeff's brother Red/Jerry will be one of the runners and this episode is all about his thoughts about Boston, the marathon, and life. Good Luck and Go Get Em'. As always stick around for the coffee and movie reviews. This weeks coffee review is from the Great White North... CANADA! The movie review is The Notebook. Sit back and enjoy your Sunday...

Oct 10, 202117 minSeason 1Ep. 23

I'll Always Love My Mama - Mary B

Send us a text This week Jeff's mother Mary B had her birthday on October 1st. This episode is a special dedication to an important woman in Jeff and his families lives. They miss her. So this episode is all about her amazing wisdom, insights, and love. As always, Jeff will have his coffee and movie review. This week it is I Remember Mama. Let us raise our mugs to a special lady Mary B and enjoy your Sunday morning coffee with Mary B's 5th son Jeff. -IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW T...

Oct 03, 202118 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Marshall Fields Day Memories - Part 4

Send us a text Welcome back everyone for part 4 of the series for the month of September. This is the last episode of the month for Marshall Fields Day Memories. This week Jeff will continue to talk with his special guests about their experiences working in the 1970's at Marshall Fields. They will spill the beans on what it was like working there at that time. Get ready to laugh, sigh, and learn something with Jeff this week. This week the movie review will be all about Taxi Driver. As always, t...

Sep 26, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Marshall Fields Day Memories - Part 3

Send us a text This week Jeff has invited Mary B' 3rd son Joe, his wife Claudia, and Jeff wife Pam to be the guests on this week's show. This episode is the 3rd installment of the Marshall Fields Day's Memories Month. They really get into what it was like to work At Marshall Fields in the 1970's and what it was like behind the scenes. As always, Jeff will give you his coffee and movie review. This week it is Glengarry Glen Ross. A amazing film with Jack Lemmon, Alex Baldwin, and so many other gr...

Sep 19, 202136 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Marshall Fields Day Memories - Part 2

Send us a text Today Jeff is continuing his conversation from last week with his wife, brother, and sister-in-law. They will discuss more of the exciting and crazy adventures, from the glory days of Marshall Fields in Chicago, Illinois. Imagine the glorious smell of designer clothes, fresh coffee, and Frango mints wafting in the air as you listen to wonderful and cherished memories. As always, the coffee and movie review is as juicy as ever! This week it is a classic - Joker is Wild, with ole bl...

Sep 12, 202131 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Marshall Fields Day Memories - Part 1

Send us a text Welcome to our Marshall Fields Day Memories episodes. We are kicking off this September's month long journey extravaganza with part 1! We are so excited for everyone to take part in this incredible walk, jog, and sprint down memory lane with Jeff, Jeff's brother, Jeff's brother's wife, and of course Jeff's WIFE, PAM!!!! As always we have our new and improved coffee review and movie review. This week it is Seabiscuit. Please enjoy your Sunday morning coffee with Jeff and his guests...

Sep 05, 202128 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Paul McCartney; Wearing A Suit Was Worth It

Send us a text This week Jeff speaks to Lollapalooza, his experience with Paul McCartney, a fancy hotel, and a friend from the past. "2 Porkchops"! Our host will speak to the kindness of not strangers but.. his brothers who are always there for him. He has a true appreciation for family. As always he's got a great coffee review and movie review. This week its Dances With Wolves starring Kevin Costner. Jeff invites you to enjoy your Sunday morning coffee with him...

Aug 29, 202113 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Meeting My Girl, Marie Osmond

Send us a text This week Jeff lets us all in regarding his admiration for Marie Osmond. For someone who can gab as much as Jeff he was at a loss for words when Marie was standing in front of him. Jeff hopes this week you will laugh, smile, and be entertained with him when he meets one of his favorite stars. As always, we have a fabulous movie and coffee review. This week it is the film Erin Brockovich. Enjoy your Sunday morning coffee with Mary B's 5th Son....

Aug 22, 202115 minSeason 1Ep. 16

My Brother John, The Rain, The Park, And Other Things.

Send us a text This week is all about Jeff's brother John. It is a celebration of a truly wonderful man, brother, son, and all of those other things that we humans do. Lets drink a cup of coffee together to honor John . As always, we have a coffee and film review. This week its Serendipity. Let's all have a great Sunday morning with Mary B's 5th son!

Aug 15, 202115 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Michael Martin, You’re A Great Guy

Send us a text This week's episode is all about the joys of early childhood friendship in the neighborhood of Bridgeport in Chicago. Jeff will reminisce all about his friend, Michael. Get those mugs out for a very heart-warming and electric story. As always, he's got a great coffee and film review that you won't want to miss. Here is some exciting news - the intro now has a new voice. He hopes the audience can figure out where this new voice is. Enjoy that steaming mug of joe and have a happy Su...

Aug 08, 202117 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Rhonda Explained And Mo

Send us a text This week Jeff will dive deep into his memory bank and tells us all about a reunion he had with Mo aka Lenny. He'll give us insight on friendship, beer, and of course... coffee with breakfast. Get ready to hear more about his latest coffee and movie review. These passionate reviews you won't want to miss. Happy Birthday Jeff and enjoy your Sunday morning coffee with Mary B's 5th Son.

Aug 01, 202116 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Marshall Fields - 111 North State Street

Send us a text This week Jeff explores present day Chicago with a friend. He meets Kevin and learns about a new coffee place. Jeff shares a fun story regarding his 19th birthday in the Southside of Chicago with his brothers and some friends. As always, he will have his coffee and movie review. Listen for some exciting news about some upcoming birthday! Enjoy your Sunday morning coffee with Mary B's 5th son....

Jul 25, 202113 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Meet Me Again With A Cup Of Coffee Under The Marshal Field's Clock - Part 2

Send us a text This week we have part 2 carrying over from from last week’s episode feature Jeff's brother Red. Please enjoy this continuation of the exciting stories about a long time, but not forgotten Chicago favorite the department store Marshal Field. As always, Jeff will share his movie and coffee review. You won’t want to miss those segments to expand your already expanding review repertoire. Enjoy your Sunday morning coffee with Mary B's 5th son - Jeff!...

Jul 18, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Meet Me With A Cup Of Coffee Under The Marshall Field's Clock -Part 1

Send us a text This week Jeff has a special guest with him and of course the special guest is.... Jeff's brother Red. This time they discuss all the important behind the scenes info about Marshall Fields. Ohh the good ole days. If you've ever been to Fields before they closed in the 2000's then this is the episode for you. Jeff will have the movie and coffee review, as always. The song is a great one this week!!! Take a listen with Mary B's 5th Son....

Jul 11, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 10
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