Seeking Wisdom Podcast

Joni Marmo
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Real stories - Life lessons - Faith at the Center. We all have a story. Whether it's of pain, purpose or breakthrough, these experiences matter. "The Seeking Wisdom Podcast" is a safe place where people open their hearts, share their journeys and life lessons providing hope, motivation and inspiration. Remember, you are not alone...let's go out and Seek Wisdom together!

  1. New Year, New Word!

    JAN 2

    New Year, New Word!

    Happy New Year!! Have you decided on a resolution for 2026? Whether you've laid out a plan for this new year, or not, it's worth taking some time to watch this episode of "The Seeking Wisdom Podcast".  In it, Joni shares her story of how she changed from developing a resolution year to year, that normally failed, to choosing ONE WORD to serve as a mantra for the year to come. Although it may seem counterintuitive, Joni explains how using one word helps you live out your purpose for the year.  🧲 This Episode Is For ✔️Anyone who is looking for inspiration for the new year  ✔️Someone who is still debating a resolution for the year ✔️If you need an idea for a new word for the new year ✔️Listeners who are facing the new year with anxiety or trepidation ✔️People who want to find some hope as they begin the year ✨ What You’ll Hear in This Solo Episode *How Joni has been successfully practicing the "one word" concept for over 10 years and why it's worked for her.  *Some practical advice on why selecting a word is better than generating a statement that will ultimately fail  *Joni's word for this year and her vulnerability in sharing why she selected it 💌 Join the Movement If this episode inspired you, subscribe to the show for more meaningful conversations rooted in faith, healing, and love. 🙏 Share your favorite moment with us! Your reflection could inspire someone else's journey toward peace. 📇 Connect with Joni: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonimarmo/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joni.marmo.2025/ 🌐 Website: https://jonimarmo.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joni-fernandez-marmo/

    19 min

  2. 12/09/2025

    Reason for the Season with Fr. Matthew Gomez - EP 13

    ‘Tis the season to be jolly…but are you feeling exhausted and depleted? The holidays can wear us out with the shopping, parties, planning and traveling. In this engaging and enlightening episode of “The Seeking Wisdom Podcast”, we’re taking a moment to stop, and reflect on what this season is really all about. Our guest, Father Matthew Gomez, Dean of the Propaedeutic Program at St. John Vianney College Seminary in Miami,  engages us with his wisdom on the history and meaning of Christmas. He’ll give us guidance on how to prepare our souls for Christmas and why it is so vital to do so.  Joni and Fr. Matthew also talk about the popular cultural themes and characters of the season, and their relevance to the holiday. The conversation is enlightening, edifying, and yes, fun! This episode will help you to shed the stress of the holiday season and enjoy it with the full knowledge of its meaning and significance in our lives. Merry Christmas!!!  🧲 This Episode Is For ✔️Anyone who wants to learn about the meaning of Christmas ✔️Those needing a break from the craziness of the holiday season ✔️People interested in the historical aspect of the birth of Jesus Christ ✔️Those who want a better understanding of Advent and how to prepare for Christmas ✔️Anyone searching for greater meaning behind the Christmas holiday ✨ What You’ll Hear in This Conversation The story of the incarnation of God as Jesus ChristWhat Advent means and how to best prepare for Christmas  When the Christmas season actually begins  Cultural references of the holiday and how its interwoven with the religious aspect How Christmas can be a time of reflection and encounter with Jesus Significance of key characters such as the 3 Magi and the Shepherds  History of Nativity Scenes, Wreaths, Santa Claus, and Candy Canes 💌 Join the Movement If this episode brought you comfort or clarity, subscribe to the show for more meaningful conversations rooted in faith, healing, and love. 🙏 Share your favorite moment with us. Your reflection could inspire someone else's journey toward peace. 📇 Connect with Joni: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonimarmo/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joni.marmo.2025/ ▶️YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoniMarmo 🌐 Website: https://jonimarmo.com/ 💼 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/joni-fernandez-marmo/ 📇 Connect with Fr. Matthew Gomez: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fr_matt90mez/ 📻Radio Paz “Los Padres Gomez”: https://paxcc.org/shows/los-padres-gomez/ 🎙️”Los Padres Gomez”: https://open.spotify.com/show/7gNNHMuGO4MJ4Ce189Y0tw?si=bbe221e3cb494d82

    1h 29m
  3. Against All Odds with JC Fernández - EP 12

    11/25/2025

    Against All Odds with JC Fernández - EP 12

    In this unbelievable and deeply inspiring episode of The Seeking Wisdom Podcast, Joni sits down with her younger brother, JC Fernandez, to revisit his miraculous story of survival after being diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer at the age of 30.  The journey began in 2001, and after 24 years, JC has decided to open his heart and offer his unique perspective on facing mortality at such a young age. He recalls the importance of having a supportive community, an innovative medical team, and a positive mindset to get through the darkest moments.  Together, Joni and JC reminisce on the unforgettable moments in the 2-year saga, including his popular “Chemo Updates”, a series of weekly emails that became a cathartic tool for him and a sense of hope and inspiration for everyone around him.  This is a story where science, faith, and community came together for one purpose - to save a young man’s life! JC’s journey reminds us that even when statistics offer no hope, miracles are still possible.🧲 This Episode Is For ✔️Anyone facing a serious health condition ✔️Caretakers of friends or family members who are looking for inspiration ✔️Those seeking proof of God’s healing power ✔️Listeners craving hope in impossible situations ✔️People navigating fear when facing a cancer diagnosis ✔️Anyone longing for a story of faith, science, and community that feels real, honest, and human✨ What You’ll Hear in This Conversation The moment JC received his Stage 4 diagnosis, and how he and his family reacted What it felt like to face mortality at 30 years old How faith, prayer, and hope from his community became part of JC’s healing The shocking medical improvements that defied expectations How gratitude and mindset supported his physical and spiritual recovery The ways this journey reshaped his identity, purpose, and daily life A powerful reflection on suffering, healing, and God’s presence 💌 Join the Movement If this episode brought you comfort or clarity, subscribe to the show for more meaningful conversations rooted in faith, healing, and love. 🙏 Share your favorite moment with us. Your reflection could inspire someone else's journey toward peace. 📇 Connect with Joni: 📸 Instagram:   / jonimarmo    📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joni.marmo.2025/ 🌐 Website: https://jonimarmo.com/ 💼 LinkedIn:   / joni-fernandez-marmo

    2h 6m
  4. Lessons from Archie & Sonny - EP 11

    11/18/2025

    Lessons from Archie & Sonny - EP 11

    In this episode of The Seeking Wisdom Podcast, Joni introduces the furry members of her family - her beloved pets. Joni shares personal stories and reflections on how these creatures have taught her profound lessons about life, love, and growthShe explores the contrasting personalities of her pets, from the "tiny but mighty" and extroverted Maltipoo, Archie, to the boundary-setting and independent cat, Sonny. Through their daily lives and interactions, Joni draws out nuggets of wisdom about unconditional love, the balance between dependence and independence, and the spiritual gift of generosity. This episode serves as a gentle reminder that some of life's greatest lessons come in the smallest, most adorable packages🧲 This Episode is For: ✔️ Anyone who has ever loved a pet ✔️ Listeners seeking spiritual lessons in everyday life ✔️ Hearts learning the balance of vulnerability and independence ✔️ Anyone who needs a reminder to live in the present moment ✔️ Anyone who wants to be more generous with their time and talents✨ What You’ll Hear in This Conversation:The difference between the unconditional love of a dog (Rocco and Archie) and the boundary-setting love of a cat (Sonny)How pets demonstrate the balance between dependency and independence in relationshipsThe wisdom of being vulnerable and asking for help when neededThe importance of the gift of generosityHow to live joyfully in the present momentThe reminder to find moderation between "hustle mode" and "couch potato mode"💌 Join the MovementIf this episode brought you comfort or clarity, subscribe to the show for more meaningful conversations rooted in faith, healing, and love.🙏 Share your favorite moment with us. Your reflection could inspire someone else's journey toward peace.📇 Connect with Joni:📸 Instagram: / jonimarmo 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...🌐 Website: https://jonimarmo.com/💼 LinkedIn: / joni-fernandez-marmo

    17 min
  5. Facing Fear with Catalina Fortich - EP 10

    11/11/2025

    Facing Fear with Catalina Fortich - EP 10

    In this eye-opening episode of The Seeking Wisdom Podcast, Joni sits down with Catalina Fortich, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to talk about the reality of what fear is and how we can learn to regulate it. Together, Joni and Catalina open up about the inner battles we all face when fear tries to overwhelm our thoughts, decisions, and peace. As a professional therapist, Catalina explains what fear is, how it is different from anxiety, and gives us great insight into how to manage both.  Catalina explains how fear can narrow our perspective, heighten stress, and create unhelpful thought patterns that disconnect us from clarity and peace. With calm guidance and relatable examples, she offers practical tools for recognizing fear in the moment, interrupting its cycle, and gently redirecting the mind toward steadiness and trust. 🧲 This Episode is For: ✔️ Anyone navigating anxiety or uncertainty ✔️ Hearts seeking emotional and spiritual grounding ✔️ Listeners learning to trust God’s timing ✔️ Anyone who wants to respond with grace instead of panic ✔️ Anyone craving peace over pressure ✨ What You’ll Hear in This Conversation: What fear is and how it shows up in the mind and body How fear can influence thought patterns and emotional responses The difference between reacting from fear vs responding with presence Practical grounding techniques to use when anxiety rises How awareness, compassion, and intentional breathing help restore clarity 💌 Join the Movement If this episode brought you comfort or clarity, subscribe to the show for more meaningful conversations rooted in faith, healing, and love. 🙏 Share your favorite moment with us. Your reflection could inspire someone else's journey toward peace. 📇 Connect with Joni 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonimarmo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575990532695 🌐 Website: https://jonimarmo.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joni-fernandez-marmo/ 🌼 Connect with Catalina Fortich📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catgetscurious/ 📘 Email: catalina@safeplacetherapy.net 🌼 Connect with Safe Place Therapy 📸 Instagram:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/safeplacetherapy/ 🌐 Website:⁠ ⁠https://safeplacetherapy.net/

    1h 17m
  6. Reset with Purpose - EP 9

    11/04/2025

    Reset with Purpose - EP 9

    🌟 Episode OverviewIn this uplifting and faith-filled episode, host Joni Marmo shares the beauty of slowing down and starting again with intention. Life can move fast, and sometimes we find ourselves running on empty, emotionally, spiritually, or even physically. Through prayer, reflection, and real-life wisdom, Joni invites listeners to see a reset not as a setback, but as a sacred opportunity to realign with God’s plan.She opens up about the importance of rest, boundaries, and rediscovering peace when the world feels noisy and demanding. Whether your reset comes after burnout, loss, or simply a change of direction, Joni reminds us that purpose is never lost, it just needs space to breathe again.🧲 This Episode is For:✔️ Anyone feeling overwhelmed and in need of renewal✔️ Listeners looking to reconnect with their faith and purpose✔️ Those learning to rest and trust in God’s timing✔️ People seeking encouragement to make small, meaningful changes✔️ Anyone ready to embrace a fresh start with peace and gratitude💌 Join the Movement ✨ Love this episode? Subscribe for more stories of faith, resilience, and wisdom. 🙏 Share your favorite insight with Joni and help spread the light.📇 Connect with Joni📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonimarmo📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575990532695🌐 Website: https://jonimarmo.com/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joni-fernandez-marmo/

    22 min
  7. Curve Balls with Valerie Perez - EP 8

    10/28/2025

    Curve Balls with Valerie Perez - EP 8

    In Curveballs, 18-year-old Valerie Perez joins Joni Marmo for one of the most raw and heartfelt episodes yet. Life has thrown Valerie more challenges than most face in a lifetime, but instead of waiting to tell her story years later, she chose to share it now, right in the middle of her journey.With courage and grace, Valerie opens up about faith, healing, and the strength it takes to trust God when the path feels unclear. Joined by her mother in the studio, this emotional conversation explores vulnerability, the power of community, and the peace that comes from leaning into God’s plan, even when it doesn’t make sense.Her testimony is a reminder that even life’s toughest curveballs can lead to unexpected blessings.🧲 This Episode Is For:✔️ Anyone facing unexpected challenges or change✔️ Listeners seeking hope, healing, and faith in difficult seasons✔️ Parents and young adults walking through struggles together✔️ Those learning to surrender and trust divine timing✔️ Followers looking for genuine, faith-centered inspiration📇 Connect with Joni📸 Instagram: @jonimarmo📘 Facebook: Joni Marmo🌐 Website: jonimarmo.com💼 LinkedIn: Joni Fernández Marmo 📇 Connect with Valerie💚 Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/stand-by-valerie-perezs-ms-journey🎗️ MS Society Fundraiser: https://events.nationalmssociety.org/teams/77211📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerieperez2374/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valerie_perez02 💌 Join the Movement✨ Love this episode? Subscribe for more stories of faith, resilience, and wisdom.🙏 Share your favorite moment with Joni and help spread encouragement and light.

    1h 16m
  8. Blindspots an interview with Nathalia Ortiz - EP 7

    10/21/2025

    Blindspots an interview with Nathalia Ortiz - EP 7

    In this heartfelt and revealing episode of The Seeking Wisdom Podcast, Joni Marmo is joined by Nathalia Ortiz for an honest conversation about blind spots. Those moments when we ignore the red flags in life, relationships, or even within ourselves. Opening with prayer and gratitude, Joni and Nathalia dive into the subtle ways we overlook what’s right in front of us, out of love, fear, or hope that things will change. Together, they explore how faith and self-awareness can illuminate those hidden corners of our hearts, helping us recognize what God has been trying to show us all along. Through laughter, vulnerability, and deep reflection, Joni and Nathalia share personal stories of times they missed the signs, what they learned from those experiences, and how trusting God ultimately led them toward peace and growth. This episode is a reminder that clarity is a form of love both for ourselves and for others. 🧲 This Episode Is For: ✔️ Anyone who has overlooked warning signs in relationships or life decisions ✔️ Listeners on a journey toward self-awareness and healing ✔️ Those learning to trust their intuition and God’s guidance ✔️ People reflecting on patterns and emotional growth ✔️ Anyone ready to transform past pain into wisdom 💌 Join the Movement ✨ Subscribe for more stories of faith, healing, and wisdom. 🙏 Share your favorite moment or reflection from this episode. Your story might help someone see their own blind spot. 📇 Find Nathalia Ortiz & Natush Media 📸 Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisnathaliaortiz/ 📸 Natush Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natushmedia/  💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisnathaliaortiz/ 📇 Connect with Joni Marmo 📸 Instagram: @jonimarmo 📘 Facebook: Joni Marmo 🌐 Website: jonimarmo.com 💼 LinkedIn: Joni Fernandez Marmo

    1h 23m
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Real stories - Life lessons - Faith at the Center. We all have a story. Whether it's of pain, purpose or breakthrough, these experiences matter. "The Seeking Wisdom Podcast" is a safe place where people open their hearts, share their journeys and life lessons providing hope, motivation and inspiration. Remember, you are not alone...let's go out and Seek Wisdom together!

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  • Creator
    Joni Marmo
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Joni Marmo
  • Show Website
    Seeking Wisdom Podcast