Seeking Excellence with Nathan Crankfield

Join us on Locals: https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/ Fill out The Excellent Life Program Application: https://forms.gle/VwuvqEpKrWSLLLeR7 Summary In this episode, Nathan and Emily Crankfield discuss the excitement and challenges of parenthood, particularly the anticipation of welcoming their first daughter. They reflect on the responsibilities of teaching their children about gender roles and...

Join us on Locals: https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/ Fill out The Excellent Life Program Application: https://forms.gle/VwuvqEpKrWSLLLeR7 Summary In this episode of the Seeking Excellence Podcast, Nathan Crankfield discusses the current political landscape, expressing a shift from pessimism to optimism regarding the future. He reflects on the influence of media on public perception, the changi...

Subscribe to the podcast for more excellent content! Want to watch this episode? Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/KZkP9dKu4MA Summary In this episode of Seeking Excellence, Nathan Crankfield discusses the upcoming election, the mindset needed during political uncertainty, and the importance of faith and action in times of turmoil. Chapters 00:00 Election Day Anticipation 03:...

Summary In this conversation, Nathan Crankfield discusses the importance of voting in the upcoming 2024 elections, emphasizing the need for Catholics to understand their civic duty. He shares insights from a recent conversation with a Seattle liberal on an airplane, exploring differing perspectives on immigration and social issues. Crankfield critiques the comparison between abortion and immigrati...

Want to watch Seeking Excellence rather than simply listening to it? Subscribe to our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@seekingexcellence_ Summary In this conversation, Nathan Crankfield explores the complexities of personal control, judgment, and the false dichotomy of Catholic approaches to worship and excellence. He emphasizes the importance of avoiding lukewarmness in faith, the need f...

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Join us on Locals: https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/ Fill out The Excellent Life Program Application: https://forms.gle/VwuvqEpKrWSLLLeR7 Summary In this conversation, Nathan Crankfield explores the complexities of life, the illusion of equality, and the entitlement mindset prevalent in modern society. He discusses the moral implications of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and the tension between...

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This episode discusses the troubled history of NFL player Tyreek Hill, focusing on his violent past in his personal life. Nathan criticizes the media's rush to make the situation about race and highlights the importance of considering all perspectives before forming an opinion. The comparison between Hill and another athlete, Scottie Scheffler, is deemed absurd. Nathan emphasizes the need to b...

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Fill out the interest form for The Excellent Life Program here Join Seeking Excellence on Locals In this episode, Nathan Crankfield shares his thoughts on various topics, including fatherhood, the importance of rest, the dangers of excessive complaining, the crisis of masculinity, and the desire for practical holiness. He also praises the PBD podcast and encourages people to seek excellence in all...

We all know that last year, I released an episode that got a lot more attention than I anticipated. I spent the majority of 2023 having conversations with fellow Catholics and Protestants about nonprofits, capitalism, and self-fundraising missionaries. I learned a lot from these conversations. I learned from many former or current missionaries. I also learned from the family members and friends (a...

Join us on Locals - seekingexcellence.locals.com In this conversation, Nathan Crankfield shares 31 lessons he learned in his 31st year of life. Some of the key themes include the importance of avoiding major mistakes, the value of patience, the beauty of having a stay-at-home wife, the significance of setting clear expectations in relationships, the challenge of living on one income, and the need...

SE Coaching Program Interest Form Fill out the form here ! 25 Supporters Needed to Keep SE Alive! Join us on Locals Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:50 The Importance of Giving Things Sufficient Time 09:22 Investing in Yourself: The Key to Success 16:27 Navigating the Hypocrisy of Promoting Ideals 23:31 The Essentiality of Daily Prayer 25:55 Expressing Yourself Through Custom Clothing 29:10 Exposing...

Support the Podcast - 25 supporters needed at $10/month! seekingexcellence.locals.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:16 The Misconception of Single Income Family 06:42 The Challenges and Realities of Multiple Income Streams 13:26 Choosing What to Sacrifice and Suck At 17:20 The Importance of Momentum and Deadlines 23:27 The Journey of House Hacking and Airbnb 29:02 Financial Benefits and Tools for...

In this conversation, Nathan Crankfield discusses the importance of respect, particularly in the context of relationships between men and women. He highlights the difference between men's preference for respect and women's preference for love. Nathan explores the idea that respect is earned and not an entitlement and how an entitlement mentality can hinder the development of respect. He al...

" I must die to myself continually and accept trials without complaining . I work, I suffer and I love with no other witness than his heart." -St. Bernadette Complaining is not for the excellent life! In today's episode, I take a deep dive into one of my favorite poems. You can find the full poem here. We are on the verge of having to close the doors at Seeking Excellence because we...

Men want and need respect like women need love. This idea is explained thoroughly in the great book by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs. Respect, however, is earned. It is not just freely given. How you show up to things matters. In today's episode, we will talk about the need for you to take yourself more seriously if you want more respect from others. We are just 25 supporters short of our goal for 9/1...

You can support Seeking Excellence at seekingexcellence.locals.com In this conversation, Nathan Crankfield and Jack Beers discuss the themes that emerged from the recent presidential debate and how Catholics should approach election season. They express their disappointment in the lack of substantive policy discussion and the focus on personal attacks. They also discuss the decline of Joe Biden&#3...

One of the terrible, and often true, stereotypes of Gen Z and Millenials is that of an entitled attitude. Young people today can be seen saying that they want to be able to work less and earn more than every generation before them - despite the fact that we currently live the most comfortable lifestyles in all of human history by a long shot. This flows in and out of a victim mindset - whereby you...

This is my journey in financial literacy. I grew up in a household that was consistently stressed about money. It was a sore spot that was really discussed. My parents kept separate bank accounts and both brought their own unique financial vices into our family life. I didn't know anything about building wealth, but I knew I needed to learn something about money if I was going to avoid repeati...

You’ve likely been a terrible sinner throughout portions of your life.  Perhaps now you’ve had a sincere conversion to Jesus Christ.  Part of the fear you may have is how you will boldly share your faith knowing that others are aware of your many and great sins.  This podcast is meant to help you overcome that fear. To support the podcast, join us at seekingexcellence.locals.com

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