Married to the grind: Shots, Stress, and Specialty Coffee

Married to the grind: Shots, Stress, and Specialty Coffee

This episode is for the dreamers, the builders, and the married people trying not to argue in public while setting up an espresso machine. We share how moving from OC to the IE inspired us to start our espresso bar catering business, why we chose a coffee cart instead of a storefront, and what it really took to learn a whole new trade. We talk barista life, family support, pop-ups, weddings, corporate events, competition, collaboration, and the wild reality of working side by side with your spouse. It is honest, funny, practical, and full of encouragement for anyone trying to build something from the ground up.

Trigger Warning: The S Word!

Just saying the word submission can start an argument. In this episode, Priscilla and James dive into why “the S word” creates so much tension in marriage, what the Bible actually teaches, and how trust, safety, sacrifice, and leadership all shape a healthy relationship. This is an honest, bold conversation about one of the most misunderstood topics in modern marriage.

Let it BGood - Loss, Love, & Living Without Regret

Some relationships begin with excitement and ease. Ours began while grief was still present. In this episode, we open up about the reality of starting our journey together while Priscilla was freshly grieving the loss of her brother Erick. That season came with sorrow, confusion, reflection, and the challenge of making room for a new relationship in the middle of deep emotional pain. We talk through the lasting weight of anniversaries, how grief matures over time, and how loss can stir up hard conversations about God and the afterlife. We also honor the life and influence of James’ grandfather, reflecting on family values, humor, heritage, legacy, and the peace that can come in someone’s final moments. More than anything, this episode is a call to cherish your people, settle what needs to be settled, and live a faith-filled life without regret.

Friends Pt. 1 - “Are you the problem or are they?”

In this episode of the Good Soul Podcast, James and Priscilla get real (and keep it fun) about friendships—the ones that build you, the ones that break you, and the ones that reveal who you’re becoming. We talk about how relationships can shape your confidence and your calling, how insecurities can quietly sabotage great connections, and why finding authentic friends feels harder than ever. From navigating seasons of loss to learning how to show up with maturity, we unpack what it really means to have a healthy community—not just people around you, but people who actually hold you up. We also dive into a side of friendship that doesn’t get enough attention: why men often struggle to form emotional bonds, how that affects marriages and family life, and what it looks like to build brotherhood that’s honest, consistent, and real. If you’ve ever felt alone in a crowded room, been disappointed by friends, or wondered how to find “your people,” this episode is for you. Expect truth, laughter, perspective—and a challenge to become the kind of friend you’re praying to find. Because the goal isn’t just to have friends… it’s to build friendships that produce fruit.

Rock the boat, not the marriage!

EP 3 | Keeping Love Fresh After 10 Years (Marriage, Dating, Self-Care & Intimacy) In this episode of the Good Soul Podcast, James + Priscilla talk about what it really takes to keep a marriage fresh and vibrant after a decade together. We get real about continuing to date each other, protecting individual passions, and why self-care isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. We also dive into intimacy and connection while raising kids, and how open communication can bring you closer instead of drifting apart. ***This episode is for a mature audience due to talks about physical intimacy!***