The Joe Martino Show

What do you do when the person who raised you can’t celebrate you? In this episode, I respond to a listener whose father’s health struggles and jealousy make their relationship complicated. We’ll unpack the tension of situations like this, and how to carry success without shame or guilt.

Date night at Costco. Yep, you read that right. While strolling the aisles of free samples and bulk toilet paper, my wife and I watched a dad trying—really trying—to parent gently. It sparked a bigger conversation: when does gentle parenting cross the line into ineffective parenting? And what does that reveal about the way we talk to ourselves when what we’re doing isn’t working?

If you have kids, this episode is sure to spark some conversation and thought for you.

Don’t have kids? There’s plenty here for you too.

Civil discourse feels harder to find every day. Last week, a prominent conservative figure was executed, and what troubled me most were the responses that followed. Not long ago, a young woman was murdered on public transportation, and the government tried to cover it up—afraid of how the public might respond.

This episode isn’t about reliving those events. It’s about what they reveal: how quickly respectful conversation breaks down and how much we need to reengage across our differences.

In Episode 315 of The Joe Martino Show, I share how we can get back to real dialogue by using the Rule of Three. My hope is to give you practical tools to talk with people you disagree with—without shouting, canceling, or walking away.

If you’re tired of polarization and want to know how to have healthier, more constructive conversations, this episode is for you.

My summer series continues with another chapter from my upcoming book, Hiding Behind God.

In today’s episode, I read from Part Three—the section focused on practical suggestions to help us course correct.

This chapter? It’s about Consumer Church. Why it’s broken. Why it needs to end.

I tell the story of two people—one wrecked by it, the other who stood up, pushed back, and walked away whole.

Episode 314 is live. Listen now.

A friend asked me recently,

“Why do you always stir the pot?”

Fair question.

It’s a fair question and to be honest,

I’ve become comfortable with being willing to discuss the things that people tend to find uncomfortable.

But truthfully?

I’m not trying to stir anything.

I’m trying to name what’s real.

Because I’ve sat with too many people wrecked by the things we refuse to talk about.

It’s not about being provocative.

It’s about being honest.

What happens when we keep silent?

When we see the carnage but ignore the cause?

When we have compassionate eye for the carnage but refuse to discuss the cause?

That’s why I speak up.

That’s why I write.

That’s why I’m pushing hard

to get Hiding Behind God into the world.

In this episode of The Joe Martino Show,

I unpack why I keep going to uncomfortable places—

and I read the lyrical introduction to my next book.

I hope it gives you something to chew on.

Maybe even something to challenge you.

There are four things I wish for everyone. Four practices I believe can reshape your pace, your peace, and your presence. Engage with them, and your entire life could shift.

Listen to Episode 312 now.

We all fail. It’s part of being human. But what we do after the failure? That’s where growth—or deeper damage—happens. In this episode, I talk about what failure can teach us if we’re willing to listen, learn, and lean into the discomfort. I also address some listener concerns about a previous episode—because feedback, like failure, is a gift when we choose to receive it with humility. Let’s talk about how to move forward when things go sideways.

This weekend, I was reminded why I love sports so much. Friends sent me a video of their son playing in a weekend tournament—the final moments captured one of those beautiful truths that sports offer us all. That's the first half of today's episode. In the second half, I want to share something powerful—something that, if you truly embrace it, can radically change your life. Listen in as I unpack these ideas and give you some exciting updates on what's ahead this summer.

In this episode of The Joe Martino Show, we dive deep into the misconception that money is the key to happiness. Many of us chase financial success, believing it will bring fulfillment, only to find that something is still missing. The truth is, what we truly crave isn’t money—it’s meaning. Join me as we explore how to shift our focus from accumulating wealth to creating purpose in our lives. Whether you’re feeling unfulfilled in your career, overwhelmed by responsibilities, or simply searching for something deeper, this episode will inspire you to start living with intention. Tune in now to discover how to build a life that’s rich in meaning.

In today’s episode of The Joe Martino Show, we dive into how to slow down and savor time — especially during summer. As the school year wraps up, life speeds up. Days slip by. But what if you could press pause? What if you could truly be present and enjoy summer without rushing? This episode shares simple and practical ways to slow the pace, embrace stillness, and make space for meaningful moments. Plus, I’ll read the introduction to my next book, Hiding Behind God. Don’t miss this chance to learn how to enjoy summer, be present, and create lasting memories. Listen to episode 308 now.