Mari shares her experience from taking a week off social media and the lessons learned that came from embracing silence and rest. Mari also shares about a life-changing book she's reading, 'The Heart of Perfectionism,' and the impact it’s having on her spiritual journey. Plus, get an exciting update about the podcast's upcoming summer break and future plans. Book: The Heart of Perfection: How the Saints Taught Me to Trade My Dream of Perfect for God's ------ Episode Sponsors Thrive Market - Get ...
Jun 25, 2025•29 min•Ep. 66
Mari sits down with Flo, founder of The Catholic Nutritionist, to discuss holistic living, nutrition, and the importance of faith in their health journey. Flo shares her personal path from being a missionary to becoming a holistic nutritionist and FEM instructor. She discusses the significant disconnect many women feel with their bodies and the lies they've been told about health, ultimately emphasizing the importance of understanding and embracing God's design for our bodies. Tune in for practi...
Jun 18, 2025•58 min•Ep. 65
Mari shares about feeling mentally and emotionally maxed out. Mari opens up about her struggles with juggling multiple responsibilities as an entrepreneur, business owner, and ambitious individual. She candidly discusses the importance of taking a break, especially from social media, to seek silence and reconnect with God. Mari offers listeners practical tips for building margin, creating pockets of silence, and embracing hobbies that bring joy. Through personal stories and biblical references, ...
Jun 11, 2025•30 min•Ep. 64
Mari Wagner welcomes guest Emily Wilson on the podcast to discuss her new book, 'Sincerely, Stoneheart.' Emily shares her journey of walking alongside women in ministry, the inspiration behind her book, and the importance of recognizing and combating the lies women believe about themselves. Together, they dive into the themes of identity, belovedness, and the spiritual battle women face. Whether through silence, prayer, or community, Emily offers practical advice for living in the freedom God in...
Jun 04, 2025•46 min•Ep. 63
Mari shares her knowledge and journey of learning about the hidden toxins in everyday products and the drastic impacts they can have. Mari discusses actionable steps to lower your toxin burden, from household items to personal care products, and emphasizes the importance of making smart product choices. Learn about the outdated regulations governing the cosmetic and personal care industries, common harmful ingredients, and practical tips for transitioning to cleaner alternatives. Mari also share...
Jun 01, 2025•48 min•Ep. 62
Mari interviews Megan Hjlemstad about her book “Offer it Up” and the concept of redemptive suffering in a Christ-centered life. Megan shares her personal journey dealing with chronic illness, infertility, and the profound insights she gained through her suffering. Discover practical steps on how to offer up your sufferings to God without minimizing your pain and learn about the spiritual benefits for yourself and others. This episode is packed with encouragement and wisdom for anyone struggling ...
May 21, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 61
Mari and her dear friend Alli, talk about the topic of supporting women through infertility and pregnancy loss. In this heartfelt conversation, they discuss their personal journeys, the importance of friendship, and offer insights into how to genuinely support those grappling with these challenges. From sharing the hardest aspects of their experiences to addressing the delicate approach needed when announcing pregnancies, Mari and Ali provide valuable advice for loved ones wanting to help. This ...
May 14, 2025•53 min•Ep. 60
Mari and her husband Trey share their journey of building a Christ-centered marriage community. Whether you're newly married or looking to deepen your existing relationships, this episode offers insightful tips on finding and nurturing meaningful connections with other Catholic couples. Mari and Trey discuss their experiences, challenges, and successes, and offer recommendations on essential books to read together. Tune in for practical advice, honest conversations, and faith-based guidance to e...
May 07, 2025•52 min•Ep. 59
Mari sits down with popular Catholic speaker and author Jackie Angel to chat all things relationships. Jackie shares her profound insights on Theology of the Body, relationships, and maintaining chastity within the context of faith. From her own personal journey and conversion to practical advice on dating and honoring one another in relationships, this episode promises to enlighten and inspire. Discover how to approach dating with a renewed mindset and understand the deeper purpose of love and ...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 58
In light of the passing of Pope Francis, Mari talks about the passing of Pope Francis, discussing his papacy and his impact on the Catholic Church,. Mari provides a detailed explanation of the process of electing a new pope, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit and prayer. The episode also touches on the recent surge of conversions to Catholicism, highlighting the beauty, traditionalism, and unshakeable truth that attract new members. Listeners are encouraged to pray for unity, support their ...
Apr 23, 2025•29 min•Ep. 57
Join in on our conversation with Megan @megs__wells, Melissa @melissagracetablada, and Claire @findingphilothea as we pull back the veil on social media. The conversation covers their journeys into content creation, balancing work with personal life, the challenges they face, and their efforts to maintain authenticity while navigating the complex landscape of influencer culture. They reflect on the misconceptions about influencers, explain their motivations rooted in faith, and emphasize the imp...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 56
In this episode of The Ever Be Podcast, host Mari Wagner shares her unique and fruitful experience of Lent, where she gave up screens after 8 PM and added daily Mass. Mari discusses how these practices have brought her peace and rest, connecting it to a Bible study on Matthew 11:28-30. Listen in for insightful, real-life conversations on finding rest in God, surrendering burdens, and seeking spiritual growth in a busy world. Mari also offers practical tips for daily surrender, prayer, and observ...
Apr 09, 2025•32 min•Ep. 55
In this episode, Ever Be welcomes a special guest, Father David Michael Moses, a priest from the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Father David shares his journey to priesthood, including his family's influence and his early discernment process. He discusses the importance of online ministry in evangelization and highlights the need to normalize and humanize the perception of priests. The conversation covers his daily life as a priest, challenges of the priesthood, and the impact of social media...
Apr 02, 2025•55 min•Ep. 54
In this episode, we catch up on various life happenings visiting family in Washington to friend trips, and home reno projects. Join us as we chat about all that has been going on in our life the past month. Also, hear reflections on the importance of daily mass, the Eucharistic and fasting during Lent. A fun, casual conversation with Trey and Mari. ------ Episode Sponsors TrulyFree - Buy 8 get 8 non-toxic dishwasher soap for FREE! Crunchi - 25% off SPF Sunlight collection - SPF West Coast Cathol...
Mar 26, 2025•59 min•Ep. 53
In this episode of The Ever Be Podcast, host Mari Wagner welcomes Lisa Brenninkmeyer, founder of Walking With Purpose, to discuss ways Catholic women can lovingly reach out to those who have left the Catholic Church. Lisa shares her insights on building deep, trusting relationships and the importance of meeting others where they are. Together, they explore practical steps and resources, like the Heart of Vines course, designed to gently invite women back to the faith through genuine connection a...
Mar 19, 2025•52 min•Ep. 52
Mari goes unfiltered in this episode as she dives into bold statements and hot takes submitted by her audience. From discussing whether Christian men should visit Hooters, to the complexities of choosing the right school for kids, and debating the value of Sunday best attire for Mass, Mari keeps it real while addressing various lifestyle, faith, and controversial topics. Grab your coffee and enjoy this engaging and thought-provoking discussion. ------ Episode Sponsors The Gospel Habit - A 30 Day...
Mar 12, 2025•39 min•Ep. 56
Week 2 -- Scourging at the pillar. Follow along with the devotional and console the heart of Jesus as you meditate on the sorrowful mysteries of our Lord's Passion. ------ Follow Along: Ever Be Podcast Instagram Mari Wagner Instagram West Coast Catholic Instagram
Mar 06, 2025•20 min•Ep. 52
Week 4 -- Carrying of the cross. Follow along with the devotional and console the heart of Jesus as you meditate on the sorrowful mysteries of our Lord's Passion. ------ Follow Along: Ever Be Podcast Instagram Mari Wagner Instagram West Coast Catholic Instagram
Mar 06, 2025•21 min•Ep. 54
Week 5 -- Crucifixion of Jesus. Follow along with the devotional and console the heart of Jesus as you meditate on the sorrowful mysteries of our Lord's Passion. ------ Follow Along: Ever Be Podcast Instagram Mari Wagner Instagram West Coast Catholic Instagram
Mar 06, 2025•23 min•Ep. 55
Week 3 -- Crowning of thorns. Follow along with the devotional and console the heart of Jesus as you meditate on the sorrowful mysteries of our Lord's Passion. ------ Follow Along: Ever Be Podcast Instagram Mari Wagner Instagram West Coast Catholic Instagram
Mar 06, 2025•20 min•Ep. 53
A special live episode of the Ever Be Podcast recorded at the podcast stage during SEEK25 in Salt Lake City. In this episode, Mari and Trey do a live Q&A session answering all your questions about God-centered relationships and holy dating. They discuss their personal spiritual lives, how they prioritize prayer, and share their experiences on discerning marriage. Mari and Trey answer questions from the audience about daily spiritual practices, making the first move in dating, and setting bou...
Mar 05, 2025•49 min•Ep. 50
Week 1 -- The Agony in the Garden. Follow along with the devotional and console the heart of Jesus as you meditate on the sorrowful mysteries of our Lord's Passion. ------ Follow Along: Ever Be Podcast Instagram Mari Wagner Instagram West Coast Catholic Instagram
Mar 05, 2025•23 min•Ep. 51
Join host Mari Wagner and Dr. Bob Schuetz, founder of the John Paul II Healing Center. In this episode as they discuss the profound themes of woundedness and healing within marriage. Dr. Bob shares his extensive experience as a marital therapist and conference speaker, offering wisdom on common marital wounds, the crucial role of forgiveness, and practical steps toward reconciling deep hurts. They explore topics like prayer, vulnerability, and how to rebuild trust in relationships. Perfect for a...
Feb 26, 2025•54 min•Ep. 49
Join host Mari Wagner in this Ever Be podcast episode as she discusses the tips and strategies for sharing your faith confidently and casually in today's world. Whether you're new to the podcast or a longtime listener, this episode offers practical tips and mindset shifts to help you confidently and casually talk about your faith. Learn how to incorporate faith into everyday conversations, handle tough moments, and set aside fears of judgment. With a focus on authenticity and evangelization, Mar...
Feb 19, 2025•45 min•Ep. 48
In this episode of the Ever Be podcast, host Mari Wagner interviews her close friends Brock and Anders about what single Catholic men are looking for in a relationship. They share their personal experiences with dating, discuss the importance of faith, and reveal their views on traditional gender roles. The conversation also covers what traits and qualities they find attractive, as well as significant red flags to avoid. Through insightful discussions, the episode offers actionable advice for wo...
Feb 12, 2025•55 min•Ep. 47
Today we're excited to have Eve Rosemary, a 21-year-old chastity speaker from Wisconsin. Eve shares her journey of understanding and advocating for chastity beyond the common misconception of simply 'saying no.' We get into topics such as defining authentic love, the importance of viewing our bodies as good and meaningful, and practical advice for maintaining chastity in modern dating culture. Eve also highlights non-religious reasons for waiting until marriage and shares her personal strategies...
Feb 05, 2025•52 min•Ep. 46
In this episode of the Ever Be podcast, host Mari Wagner, alongside her husband Trey, brings listeners into an engaging and candid conversation about their ongoing home renovation projects and their experiences moving into a new build home. They discuss their vision for transforming their living room and kitchen, including the addition of a new pantry. Later, Mari puts Trey on the hot seat with questions that women have always wanted to ask men but felt too awkward to. Topics range from dating t...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 45
Join Mari Wagner in this special episode of the Ever Be podcast, featuring her talk from SEEK25. Her talk is titled 'Faith Over Fear: Working Through Your Trust Issues with God,' Mari addresses the common uncertainties and anxieties faced during life's transitions. Through personal stories and scriptural references, she shares practical resources to strengthen your faith, relinquish control, and trust in God’s plan. This empowering talk provides actionable steps to face the future with confidenc...
Jan 22, 2025•40 min•Ep. 44
In this episode of the Ever Be podcast, host Mari Wagner dispells common misconceptions about Mary's role in Catholicism and the significance of the Rosary. She explains how honoring Mary is different from worshipping her, using teachings from St. Louis de Montfort, JP2, and the Catechism. Mari discusses Mary’s intercession, the importance of the Rosary as a meditative prayer, and Mary’s unique role as the Queen of Heaven and the Immaculate Conception. She also provides practical tips on incorpo...
Jan 15, 2025•27 min•Ep. 43
Join host Mari Wagner on the Ever Be Podcast as she sits down with author Beth Sri to discuss building a thriving, God-centered marriage. Beth shares insights from her book 'The Good, The Messy, and The Beautiful,' co-written with her husband Edward Sri, focusing on setting foundations for newlyweds, embracing the messiness of marriage, and the importance of faith and prayer. This episode is a must-listen for women desiring to live a Christ-centered life and navigate the complexities of modern m...
Jan 08, 2025•43 min•Ep. 42
