Nathan Crankfield

Seeking Excellence with Nathan Crankfield

Religion EN ↓ 450 episodes

Do you want to be great in life? If so, you know that every day you are surrounded by mediocrity. Most people are aimlessly wandering through life, numbing themselves from the pain of the reality they are living lives of quiet desperation. But perhaps you want more. Maybe you want to see what life is like at the heights as you strive to get the most out of life. If so, this is the podcast for you! Seeking Excellence is a lifestyle of extreme ownership and intentional living that demands courage, resilience, and mental toughness. Subscribe and start your journey toward becoming your best!

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Nathan Crankfield

Episodes

Ep 225 | The Eucharist Separates Us | Gathering at the Grotto 07.08.2023 55:39

I had the true honor of getting to give a talk at one of my parish's biggest events of the year: Gathering at the Grotto. We do three of these events each summer. They include food, beer, and a speaker. This event was one of my favorites of all time! Join us on Locals here!

Ep 224 | Wins and Losses from my 20's 24.07.2023 38:38

As many of you know, I turned 30 one week ago! My 20s were an incredible decade. It's been amazing to look back on some of my favorite memories and some of my hardest lessons learned. In today's episode, I go into some of those pivotal moments of my 20s and share with you what they taught me! ************************************************************************************************ T...

Sunday Homily: Be the Sower of the Seeds of God 19.07.2023 11:39

See below for more information on Fr. Meyer and All Saints Parish Visit our website: http://allsaintscatholic.net/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3KWSNfE Listen to our podcast: https://allsaintsparish.podbean.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allparish Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allparish/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spot...

Sunday Homily: John 3:16 is the Most Catholic Verse in the Bible 05.06.2023 18:32

Ep 223 | Manny Gonzalez | The Fight For Truth Regarding Same Sex Attraction 01.06.2023 1:14:48

Emmanuel Gonzalez is an absolute legend. He frequently and courageously confronts the challenge of tackling topics relating to homosexuality and Catholic Church teaching. In this episode, Manny details his experience of falling away from his faith and living deeply in the ways of the world until he encountered the love and mercy of God that radically changed his life. Follow Manny on Instagram @ca...

Ep 218 | My Biggest Problems with the Trad Catholic Movement 30.05.2023 1:05:04

To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #218 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. You can follow Nathan on Instagram, Twitter, Gettr, and TikTok at @nathancrankfield You can follow SE on Instagram @seekingexcellence_ S...

Ep 217 | Maddie Gramling | The Crazy World of Catholic Dating 25.05.2023 59:38

Maddie Gramling and I first met through a Students For Life of America social media group. I was very impressed by how outspoken and bold she was on some of the most important issues of our time and in her apologetics for the Catholic faith. To describe Maddie as a firecracker would be an immense understatement. After her conversion to Catholicism, she wrote her family a bold and incredible letter...

Sunday Homily | Are you living for the world or for heaven? 24.05.2023 18:12

See below for more info on Fr. Meyer and All Saints Parish! Visit our website: http://allsaintscatholic.net/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3KWSNfE Listen to our podcast: https://allsaintsparish.podbean.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allparish Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allparish/

Ep 216 | Should We Endorse Mandatory Parental Leave and a Minimum Wage? 23.05.2023 51:22

Recently, I posted three different polls on my Instagram story. The first was, "do you think childless single people should be paid the same as people who are married with children?" The second was, "do you think we should have mandatory parental leave?" The third was, "do you think we should have a federal minimum wage?" In today's podcast, I go through the resul...

Ep 215 | Fresh Fatherhood 18.05.2023 43:22

As you may know, Emily and I welcomed our son, Jordan, into the world on April 22nd. I have been asked questions like, "what's your favorite part of fatherhood?" and "what's been your most surprising aspect of fatherhood?". I'm obviously new, but I've had a lot of time to think about these things during midnight rocking sessions and early morning bottle feeding....

Ep 214 | Sunday Homily | The Heart of a Mother 16.05.2023 18:04

To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #214 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. You can follow Nathan on Instagram, Twitter, Gettr, and TikTok at @nathancrankfield You can follow SE on Instagram @seekingexcellence_ S...

Ep 213 | Is your life heading in the right direction? 03.05.2023 49:34

Life passes us by so quickly. If we don't take some time to intentionally check if we're heading in the right direction, we're almost destined to end up with results that are wildly different than the ones we had hoped for. In today's episode, we will reflect on this year so far and see if we are truly creating a life that we will be proud of. To support the podcast, join our Local...

Ep 212 | Sunday Homily | Jesus is the Ultimate Wounded Healer 17.04.2023 14:19

To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #212 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. To learn more, head to our website . You can follow Nathan on Instagram, Twitter, Gettr, and TikTok at @nathancrankfield

Ep 211 | Social Security woes, Pride flags in hockey, and Christian persecution in Africa 14.04.2023 22:12

To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #211 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. To learn more, head to our website . You can follow Nathan on Instagram, Twitter, Gettr, and TikTok at @nathancrankfield You can follow...

Ep 210 | Sunday Homily: Just because it's impossible does not mean it cannot be done | Fr. Jonathan Meyer 13.04.2023 18:14

Happy Easter!! To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #210 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast from the Sunday Homily by Fr. Jonathan Meyer. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. To learn more, head to our website . You can follow Nathan on Instagram, Twi...

Ep 209 | "At Least" Christianity 11.04.2023 1:12:42

We're back baby!!! Turns out - I accidentally gave up podcasting for Lent. But I'm happy to say that SE with Nathan Crankfield is now back! I've got some great episodes coming out in these coming weeks. Let's use this Easter season momentum to really make some positive changes in our lives! To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #209 of Seeking Excelle...

Ep 208 | Hosanna to the Son of David! 04.04.2023 7:54

To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #208 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. To learn more, head to our website . You can follow Nathan on Instagram, Twitter, Gettr, and TikTok at @nathancrankfield You can follow...

Ep 207 | God of the Broken-Hearted / Crying Babies 27.03.2023 22:30

Today's episode has a little bonus homily at the end about crying babies at mass! Please say a prayer of gratitude for Fr. Jonathan Meyer and his parish! To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #207 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfi...

Ep 206 | Advice on How to Stop Self-Imposed Prejudice and Discover Redemption 14.03.2023 15:49

To support the podcast, join our Locals community.   This is Episode #206 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. To learn more, head to our website . You can follow Nathan on Instagram, Twitter, Gettr, and TikTok at @nathancrankfield You can follo...

Ep 205 | A Catholic Response to the Asbury Revival and Jesus Revolution 06.03.2023 18:39

To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #204 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast which includes the Sunday homily of Fr. Jonathan Meyer from All Saints Parish in Guilford, IN The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. To learn more, head to our website. You can foll...

Ep 204 | Is it ever possible to have enough? 27.02.2023 16:13

Ep 203 | Christopher Quinn | The Church Militant 21.02.2023 1:13:29

Follow Christopher Quinn on Instagram @christoffer_quinn To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #203 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. To learn more, head to our website . You can follow Nathan on Instagram, Twitter, Ge...

Ep 202 | Can a Catholic be a Capitalist? 13.02.2023 43:08

In an article from Catholic Answers , Trent Horn gives his thoughts on the question, "Can a Catholic be a Capitalist?" In this episode, I go through this article and add my own commentary from personal thoughts and my notes from class that show both the pros and cons of Capitalism and Socialism.   To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #202 of the Seeking Excellenc...

Ep 201 | Ryan Pettigrew | Home Buying 101 08.02.2023 1:05:52

Follow Ryan on Instagram  Learn more about Ryan's work here ! To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #201 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. To learn more, head to our website . You can follow Nathan on Instagram, T...

Ep 200 | Financial Excellence: The Big Picture 06.02.2023 47:42

Check out the Baltimore men's conference here !! To support the podcast, join our Locals community. This is Episode #200 of the Seeking Excellence Podcast hosted by Nathan Crankfield. The Seeking Excellence Podcast exists to help people take extreme ownership of their lives so they can intentionally strive to fulfill their potential. To learn more, head to our website . You can follow Nathan on In...