Potential To Be Amazing Podcast

Ah yes, Christmas—the season of joy, chaos, and pretending we love every gift. In this episode, the boys lovingly roast the holidays (and each other) while still admitting there’s something magical about the lights, traditions, and time spent together. This final episode has plenty of sarcasm, laughs, and just enough holiday spirit to keep it festive.

In this episode, Father Jim and Mike are back in the studio to explore what it truly means to live with courage in today’s world—where uncertainty, noise, and fear often dominate the conversation. Courage isn’t about fearlessness; it’s about choosing conviction over comfort, truth over approval, and faith over doubt.

Who said summer isn't busy? We have had many things happen in the world around us this summer, and we felt we needed to talk through some of them, including the recent developments in the Middle East.

The Catholic Church welcomed a new Pope in May and we had to talk all about it. Tune in to hear our thoughts on his leadership style, the impact he could have on the church and his allegiance to the White Sox. 

As the Vatican prepares to enter into the conclave this week to choose the next pope, Father Jim, Mike and Jenny discuss potential candidates and the history of the process. 

We finish up our series on “Generations” by inviting a real PhD on the show! Dr. Karen Wirth, a Sociology professor at a local university, joins us to discuss the generation of students leaving college and entering their place in society!

In this episode, Father Jim, Mike, and producers Jenny and Cee Cee delve into the fascinating world of generational differences and explore how these variations shape our perspectives, work environments, and societal norms. We also discuss the defining characteristics, values, and cultural influences that distinguish the Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, Generation Z, and Generation Beta.

Mike celebrated a milestone birthday this month (60), which sparked a conversation about aging for the dynamic duo. In this episode, the guys discuss perspectives on aging, the impact of social media on those perspectives, and how “being old” isn’t what it used to be in the “old days." 

In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the unique dynamics of sibling relationships. In this conversation, Father Jim's sister Joanne joins us and we learned a lot about insights into their childhood together and how their bond has evolved over the years.

On our third episode of the Voices of Tomorrow series, we sit down with local sixth grader Seth. Father Jim and Mike discuss all things middle school with Seth and learn a little more about his views on politics, poker, and his future plans in Space.

It's a new year, and the shenanigans continue! Father Jim, Mike, and producers Jenny and Cee Cee discuss the point (or lack thereof) of the traditional New Year resolution. 

The path to the vocation of priesthood is not the same for everyone. In this episode, we sit down with Father Nicolas Rapkoch, ordained in 2023, who shares his journey to the priesthood. After serving in the Marines and embarking on entrepreneurial ventures, he found his true calling was serving God. 

We can't believe it either, but we are officially celebrating our five-year anniversary as a podcast this December. We have so much to be thankful for, but most importantly, our seven listeners. Tune in to hear about some of our favorite memories and, of course, a dose of Christmas cheer. Merry Christmas!

No one could be more excited about ending our political conversations than we are, but we felt we had to give this election season a proper review. Join Father Jim, Mike, producers Jenny, and Cee Cee as they give their opinions on the outcome of the 2024 election. 

Have you ever wondered why Father Jim and Mike get along so well? We invited Dr. George Corvin, a forensic psychiatrist, to the show to conduct a personality test for both of our hosts. The results were pretty telling.Spoiler alert: these two will be buddies for life!

As the election season comes to a close (finally), Father Jim, Mike, and producer Jenny, discuss the political environment in the country.

On this episode of PTBA, join Father Jim and Mike for a conversation with some voices of the future - Lucas and Will.  Tune in to hear what a typical 7th grader thinks about the world and even a lesson on their slang terms.  

Why do bad things happen to good people?  Tune in to this episode to see what Father Jim and Mike have to say about it! 

Ever wonder what it's like to enter the Catholic Church?  Well, in this episode, Father Jim and Mike sit down with RCIA candidate, Chad Conrad to talk about his journey to faith.  

It's all about Politics on this episode of #PTBA!  Father Jim and Mike invite Producer Jenny to discuss the ever changing state of the country. We encourage you to check your voting status and register by vising vote.gov/register/north-carolina 

On this week's episode, Father Jim and Mike get an Astrology reading from their guest, Shaune Lancit! If you are interested in learning more about your birth chart, you can reach out to Shaune directly at [email protected].  

On this episode of #PTBA, Mike and Father Jim interview Amanda Graham from Unbridled Way Forward - a horse farm just north of Durham that helps provide a path that guides clients to more clarity, meaning, and joy.Learn more about Unbridled Way Forward here! 

On this episode of #PTBA, Father Jim and Mike talk about the Priesthood and Holy Orders.  

Producers Jenny and Stefani join the Dynamic Duo for the latest episode of #PTBA on intimacy.  

This week, Mike and Father Jim welcome Melissa and Tina for a chat about pop culture and how it shapes our culture.  

Father Jim and Mike welcome CeeCee, the in-house Gen X expert to this episode of #PTBA! 

There's a lot going on in the world right now.  Let's see what Father Jim and Mike have to say about it all ...

On this episode of #PTBA, Father Jim and Mike welcome The Franciscan School 7th grader, Lucas! Tune in to hear Lucas' experience at #TFSRaleigh and how he got onto #PTBA. 

This week, Mike and Father Jim talk about the differences between optimism and hope.  

Join us as we discuss all of the myths and mysteries associated with the Lenten season.

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, the Dynamic Duo discusses the differences in how people share and show love. Special guest, producer Jenny, stops by to add the female perspective.

Kicking off (or continuing on) with election season, the dynamic duo give their thoughts on Liberalism. To read the article referenced in this episode, click here.  

Another year, another season of The Potential to be Amazing! In this episode of #PTBA, Mike and Father Jim talk about a recent bollettino sent out by the Vatican and discuss what was missing from the text.  

On this special episode of PTBA, Father Jim and Mike sit with Producers Jenny and Stefani to talk Christmas favorites and traditions! 

Just in time for Giving Tuesday, Father Jim and Mike talk with Dallas Bonavita from Note in the Pocket and Katie Fithian from Catholic Charities!  Tune in now to hear how each organization is helping the community and click the links below to give or donate your time this holiday season.  https://noteinthepocket.org/https://www.catholiccharitiesraleigh.org/

On this episode of #PTBA, Farther Jim and Mike sit with Producer Jenny to talk about death. 

On this episode of #PTBA, Producer Jenny brings a list of questions to help you learn a little more about Mike and Father Jim.  

This week on #PTBA, Producers Jenny and CeeCee chat with Mike and Father Jim about loneliness.  Is it really as bad as smoking 15 cigarettes a day?!

Father Jim and Mike have two very special guests joining the episode - Mike's daughter, Sarah & Producer, CeeCee! The four discuss their definitions of feminism AND the bigger theme of the Barbie Movie.  

The Dynamic Duo head to the movies! Tune in now to hear Father Jim and Mike's thoughts on The Sound of Freedom and the impact they hope the movies makes in the world.  

This week, Mike and Father Jim discuss Priesthood!  

On this episode of #PTBA, Mike and Father Jim sit down with Producer Jenny and talk about the importance of Friendship and how it evolves overtime.  

On this episode of #PTBA, the producers visit for a Behind the Mic episode!Join Father Jim, Mike, Jenny and Stefani for a chat about women in the Church and what changes need to be considered.  

In this episode of #PTBA, Father Jim and Mike take time to breakdown the Synod.  Tune in now to hear their take! 

On this episode of the #PTBA, Father Jim and Mike begin a discussion on if the Church is responsible to adjust to the world's ever changing culture.  

In this episode of #PTBA - Father Luke, Chaplain at Cardinal Gibbons High School, sits down with Father Jim and Mike to talk about the evangelization of young people.  Tune in to hear his journey and approach when working with high school students.  

In this episode of #PTBA, Mike and Father Jim talk about common sense .. or the lack thereof nowadays.  

Join Father Jim and Mike for the newest episode of #PTBA where they take a deep dive into Lent.  

It's time to meet Janet & Bob! Tune in to this special episode of #PTBA and meet Father Jim's Mom and Mike's Dad! 

Happy Valentine's day, podcast listeners!