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Seeking Wisdom PodcastReason 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...
2025-12-091h 29
Seeking Wisdom PodcastAgainst All Odds with JC Fernández - EP 12In 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 th...
2025-11-252h 05
Seeking Wisdom PodcastLessons from Archie & Sonny - EP 11In 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...
2025-11-1816 min
Seeking Wisdom PodcastFacing Fear with Catalina Fortich - EP 10In 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 s...
2025-11-111h 16
Seeking Wisdom PodcastReset 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 remin...
2025-11-0421 min
Seeking Wisdom PodcastCurve Balls with Valerie Perez - EP 8In 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...
2025-10-281h 15
Seeking Wisdom PodcastBlindspots an interview with Nathalia Ortiz - EP 7In 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...
2025-10-211h 23
Seeking Wisdom PodcastMy Mom and MeIn this profoundly moving episode of The Seeking Wisdom Podcast, Joni Marmo opens her heart to honor the memory of her beloved mother, Jonia, one year after her passing. What begins as a story of grief unfolds into a celebration of love, legacy, and the unbreakable bond between mother and daughter.Through stories filled with humor, courage, and tenderness, Joni reflects on her mother’s extraordinary life. From growing up in Cuba to rebuilding her life as a seamstress in Miami. She shares the timeless lessons her mom taught her about humility, faith, hard work, generosity, and jo...
2025-10-1436 min
Seeking Wisdom PodcastA Line in the Sand - EP 5In this deeply personal episode, Joni Marmo opens her heart to share the profound encounters that shaped her Faith Journey. From growing up as the daughter of Cuban exiles to a successful career in media, Joni reflects on the pivotal moments where God's guidance carried her through hardship and triumph and how a weekend retreat changed the direction of her life forever. She recounts her life-changing experiences: losing her father at a young age, working through high school to support her widowed mother, navigating a breast cancer diagnosis, and ultimately hearing God's voice leading her to step a...
2025-10-0718 min
Seeking Wisdom PodcastAgain, I Rise w/ Erica Corsano - EP 4In this moving episode, guest Erica Corsano shares her deeply personal story of resilience, healing, and faith, shaped not only by her own relationship and career challenges but also by the journey of raising her daughter with Down syndrome.Erica reflects on the moment she first received the diagnosis during pregnancy, the shock and uncertainty that followed, and how hope and community became her anchor through it all. She speaks with raw honesty about fear, but also with radiant love as she describes the beauty, strength, and purpose her daughter has brought into her life....
2025-09-301h 24
Seeking Wisdom PodcastDivine Detours w/Melissa Presser - EP 3🎙️ Seeking Wisdom Podcast | Episode: Divine Detours with Melissa Presser🌟 Episode Overview In Divine Detours, Melissa Presser shares her remarkable journey of faith and transformation. Once a successful attorney navigating life’s demands, Melissa opens up about her powerful conversion story and how an unexpected detour led her closer to God. She speaks candidly about moments of surrender, the healing power of forgiveness, and the peace she found through Catholic counseling resources.Melissa’s testimony is a reminder that even when life feels uncertain or broken, God’s plan can be bigger and more beautiful than imagined. Her...
2025-09-231h 00
Seeking Wisdom PodcastFinding Your Voice - EP 2🎙️ Seeking Wisdom Podcast | Episode: Finding Your Voice 🌟 Episode Overview In this deeply personal and faith-driven episode, host Joni Marmo reflects on the power and purpose of finding your voice (both literally and spiritually). Through prayer, humor, and heartfelt storytelling, Joni explores why being heard matters, how distractions and dismissiveness can silence us, and what it takes to reclaim our God-given voice.She shares her own journey of surviving breast cancer and then facing thyroid cancer, with the terrifying possibility of losing her voice permanently. From this vulnerable place, Joni reminds us that our voice is more than sound; i...
2025-09-2322 min
Seeking Wisdom PodcastMeet Joni - EP 1🎙️ Seeking Wisdom Podcast | Episode: Meet Joni🌟 Episode Overview In this heartfelt introductory episode, host Joni Marmo opens her life story and faith journey to share the “why” behind Seeking Wisdom. From her humble upbringing as the daughter of Cuban exiles to a 28-year career rising from intern to Senior VP at a major media company, Joni reflects on resilience, gratitude, and God’s guidance through every season.She recounts life-changing moments, losing her father at 11, working through high school to support her widowed mother, thriving in Hispanic media, facing a breast cancer diagnosis, completing her master’s degre...
2025-09-2341 minSeeking Wisdom PodcastINTROSeeking Wisdom PodcastReal stories. Life lessons. Faith at the center.We all have a story, whether inspiring, painful, or transformative. And yet, in the middle of life’s challenges, it’s easy to feel like we’re walking the path alone. “The Seeking Wisdom Podcast” is here to remind you that you’re not.Joni Marmo is a former media professional whose life took a turn after a serious health diagnosis. Choosing faith over fear, she left her career to follow God’s call to inspire others. Combining her vast experience in communications, education and youth ministry...
2025-09-2300 min