About the Podcast Series

Mic Drop Academy is a comedy-educational podcast hosted by three teenagers — Maya, Darius, and Zara — who teach listeners everything they need to know to start their own podcast. The show is funny, fast-paced, and packed with real, actionable advice for teens ages 12–18.

Episode Overview

Episode 1: "So You Wanna Be a Podcast Star?" walks listeners through five key segments covering podcast styles, planning strategies, equipment, purpose-driven content, and a step-by-step launch checklist.

Tonight on the podcast: three lifelong friends, one questionable memory between them, and enough creaking joints to sound like a haunted attic in a windstorm.

Meet Jarold, Jim, and Dale — three elderly men who survived childhood together, survived raising families, survived disco… and are now bravely surviving stairs.

Jarold can’t remember where he put his coffee. Jim accidentally groans every time he sits down. And Dale has reached the age where sneezing is considered a high-risk activity.

But beneath the jokes, pharmacy visits, and arguments about thermostat settings… something deeper is happening.

Because for the first time in their lives, these three old friends are staring straight at the reality of growing older, slowing down, and what comes after this life.

And somehow… they’re finding peace, laughter, and faith in the middle of it all.

So grab your favorite chair, turn your hearing aids to “adventure mode,” and join us for a heartfelt, hilarious journey about aging, friendship, sore knees, and the hope of one day meeting Jesus face to face.

This… is Three Legs and a Prayer.

What if your life could literally carry the presence of Christ into every room you walk into?

In this powerful episode, we dive into one of the most breathtaking prayers ever written—a bold, soul-stretching invitation to become a living reflection of Jesus. Inspired by St. John Henry Newman and lived daily by Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity, this isn’t just a prayer—it’s a mission. To shine. To love. To preach without words. And to become a bridge-builder in a world desperate for light. Anchored in St. Paul’s call to “do everything in love,” this episode will challenge you to stop holding back and start radiating. This is more than inspiration—it’s a call to become the light.

This Episode? Oh, we’re diving into the ultimate mic-drop moments of Father Chuch Barthel's I AM homily from the Fifth Sunday of Easter! : Jesus’ famous “I AM” statements. Not just casual introductions—these are bold, identity-revealing, history-shaking declarations. We’re talking “Bread of Life,” “Light of the World,” “Good Shepherd”… basically, if this were a talent show, Jesus is sweeping every category.

But here’s where it gets wild—in a good way. This isn’t just about who He is… it’s about what that means for how we live. Because believing these truths? That’s like unlocking the “freedom level” of life. No cheat codes needed.

And then comes the real challenge: actually living it out. Service (yes, even when people are annoying), dignity (even when you spilled coffee on yourself in public), and surrender (aka letting go of control… gulp). Somehow, all of that adds up to what Jesus calls “abundant life”—which is way better than just surviving Monday mornings.

So buckle up, because we’re connecting deep truth with everyday chaos—and finding out how identity, purpose, and a little holy perspective can completely flip the script on your life.

Let’s go.

What does a good day smell like?

Maybe it’s a hint of morning air, a touch of joy, and a whole lot of heart.

Today, we’re taking you inside a truly special morning at Sts. Joachim and Ann—where a beautiful children’s Mass, led by Father Jim Benz, set the tone with a homily that really sticks with you. And just when you thought it couldn’t get better… the energy moved to the gym for a kids’ talent show that absolutely brought the house down.

From inspiring words to unforgettable performances, this was more than an event—it was the scent of a really, really good day.

Stay with us… you won’t want to miss this one. 🎙️

Jim and Gary's summary of theFAMILY VISION LIBRARY Breakfast Meeting on April 24, 2026

Ever agree to a “quick little day trip” and end up completely blown away? That’s exactly what happened when we followed our friends to the Iron Spike Model Train Museum in Washington.

We expected a tiny room with a couple of trains… and maybe a solid lunch stop. Instead, we found a massive, beautifully designed space, incredibly detailed layouts, the friendliest volunteers you’ll ever meet, and yes—even a VIP greeting from Susie the dog.

In this episode, we’re sharing the surprises, the laughs, and how a simple day trip turned into a full-blown miniature adventure. 🚂

Welcome to today’s episode as we reflect on the Fourth Sunday after Easter.

In this homily, Fr. Jim Benz invites us to return to the sacred moment of the Last Supper—

a moment filled with love, sacrifice, and a promise that continues to shape our faith today.

Through his words, we’re drawn deeper into the meaning of Christ’s presence, the gift of the Eucharist, and what it truly means to follow Him.

Take a moment, settle in, and open your heart to this powerful reflection.