
Make-A-Wish Southern Florida invites you into our “World of Wishes”. This podcast will give you an insider’s perspective on how wishes are granted and those that play a significant role in granting them. Serving children and families in 22 counties in Southeast and Southwest Florida, the Tampa Bay and Suncoast regions and the U.S. Virgin Islands, it is our mission to create life-changing wishes fo... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 55 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Non-ProfitKids & FamilyParentingBusiness | |||

In this episode of World of Wishes, we are joined by Tara Diaz, a devoted wish mom whose daughter Christina—a true warrior—experienced the wish of a lifetime: attending one of the biggest events in sports entertainment - Wrestlemania.
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In this special episode, we chat down with Linda Pauling - Make‑A‑Wish co‑founder and the mother of Chris Greicius, the 7‑year‑old whose wish to be a police officer helped inspire the founding of Make‑A‑Wish. Linda shares the story with vivid detail ... more
For more than a decade, Jackie Parisi and her mother Mary Ann Platt have been turning hope into reality - one wish at a time. Together, they form a remarkable mother–daughter wish‑granting team whose shared passion has helped change the lives of more... more
In this special episode of World of Wishes, we sit down with Norman Wedderburn, President and CEO of Make‑A‑Wish® Southern Florida, as he reflects on a 20‑year journey leading one of the organization’s most impactful chapters. Norm shares key moments... more
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The podcast is truly inspiring to listen to. Each podcast goes into profound impact that wishes have on wish families. It’s incredible how wishes can make lasting memories, strengthen families and ignite hope during these troubling times. I am so blessed to be part of this movement.
This podcast is such a ray of light filled with hope and inspiration. The episode with Ron Magill was especially touching!
Inspiring podcast! This podcast is always a great listen and I look forward to every new episode that comes out. This podcast takes you through so many different points of views from all aspects of a wish. It truly takes an entire community to grant wishes!
What an incredible way to hear inspiring stories from wish kids and their families, being forever changed by Make-A-Wish and the generosity of our community! 💙
World of Wishes is a beautifully produced podcast that brings the true heart of Make-A-Wish to life. Each episode shares deeply personal stories from wish kids, families, doctors, and volunteers, offering a powerful look at how a single wish can bring hope, joy, and healing during the most difficult times. The storytelling is authentic and emotional without ever feeling forced—just real people whose lives have been forever changed. If you want to be inspired and reminded of the impact kindness c... more
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A compelling mix of human-interest stories and operational insights from the Make-A-Wish Southern Florida ecosystem. Episodes commonly center on wish fulfillment, the emotional and practical impact on families, and the teamwork behind granting experiences for seriously ill children. Guests span alumni, healthcare partners, volunteers, and organizational leaders, all illustrating how wishes create hope, resilience, and lasting memories, often framed around community effort, fundraising, and advocacy. A standout angle is the blend of personal journeys with behind-the-scenes collaboration, highlighting both the heartfelt outcomes for WishKids and the operational hustle that makes those moments possible.
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Recent guests on World of Wishes include:
1. Ron Magill
2. Shelly Screen
3. PJ Ragin
4. Lauren Potter
5. Julie Torsiello
6. Courtney Priede
7. Shareef Malnik
8. Delaney Eaves
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