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Chasing Masculinity
Hosted by Mr. Wutzke · EN
Chasing Masculinity is a podcast dedicated to helping men navigate life with purpose and integrity through faith-based principles, exploring the balance between Christian values and modern masculinity. Each episode offers practical advice and personal reflections on becoming the best version of yourself in a world full of societal pressures.
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Ep 70 Answers for the Struggling Christian with Drew Dyck
1w ago01:20:34Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Drew Dyck to discuss the ideas behind his book Just Show Up, exploring why meaningful friendship and consistent presence have become increasingly rare in modern life. The conversation examines the value of showing up for others, why men often struggle to build deep relationships, and how intentional community shapes both personal growth and spiritual maturity.Tune in to hear a broader discussion on Drew’s journey into Christian writing, what it was like growing up in the church, and his perspective on common questions Christians wrestle with regarding faith, doubt, church, and spiritual growth.You can find Drew at https://www.drewdyck.com/ and check out his book Just Show Up at https://www.amazon.com/Just-Show-Faithfulness-Everything-Christians/dp/0802428584/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2MMMYQS4C2OCU&keywords=just+show+up+drew+dyck&qid=1693590312&sprefix=just+show+up+drew+dyck%2Caps%2C130&sr=8-1Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for joining me on Chasing Masculinity. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review, it really helps others find the podcast, and if something here resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from these discussions. Let's build a community of men committed to personal growth, faith, and living with purpose.Check out the 24 Rules of Masculinity - a call to arms for men who want to become more than the world expects - available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/24-Rules-Masculinity-Principles-Derive/dp/B0FC6QSRZTStay connected by following me on X and Instagram at @mrwutzke, where I share insights, reflections, and updates. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions.Thanks for tuning in, and until next time, keep chasing.
Transcribe →Ep 69 Reinventing Fraternities with Dr. Anthony Bradley
3w ago01:32:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Dr. Anthony Bradley to explore the ideas behind his book Heroic Fraternities and the deeper issues surrounding how young men are formed today. The conversation breaks down the decline of institutions, the absence of strong brotherhood, and the critical role that mentorship and structure play in shaping disciplined, responsible men.Tune in to hear a grounded and practical discussion on what it takes to build strong men in a culture that often fails to form them, and how intentional brotherhood, accountability, and structure can help restore direction and purpose. To find out more about Dr. Anthony Bradley, you can follow his Substack here: https://anthonybbradley.substack.com/ and follow him on X here: https://x.com/drantbradley You can find Dr. Bradley’s book Heroic Fraternities here: https://www.amazon.com/Heroic-Fraternities-College-Universities-America/dp/1666715530/ref=pd_lpo_sccl_3/136-9848203-6465734?content-id=amzn1.sym.116f529c-aa4d-4763-b2b6-4d614ec7dc00&pd_rd_i=1666715530&pd_rd_r=32411266-e11b-4c61-ae7d-ea4fc1762b08&pd_rd_w=bc3z9&pd_rd_wg=MWqGQ&pf_rd_p=116f529c-aa4d-4763-b2b6-4d614ec7dc00&pf_rd_r=5FB4QQWJMREX5PE72S0Q&psc=1 Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for joining me on Chasing Masculinity. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review, it really helps others find the podcast, and if something here resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from these discussions. Let's build a community of men committed to personal growth, faith, and living with purpose.Check out the 24 Rules of Masculinity - a call to arms for men who want to become more than the world expects - available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/24-Rules-Masculinity-Principles-Derive/dp/B0FC6QSRZTStay connected by following me on X and Instagram at @mrwutzke, where I share insights, reflections, and updates. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions.Thanks for tuning in, and until next time, keep chasing.
Transcribe →Ep 68 A Fatherless Generation with Dr. James Hall
Apr 1501:14:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Dr. James Hall to explore the core ideas behind his new book Grown Boys: 7 Baby Steps to Manhood for a Fatherless Generation, breaking down the difference between males who grow older and men who truly mature. The conversation dives into the impact of fatherlessness, the cultural confusion around masculinity, and why responsibility is essential to becoming a man.Tune in to hear a practical and direct discussion on what it actually takes to grow into manhood, including the foundational steps Dr. Hall outlines in his book and how men can begin applying them in their own lives starting today.You can learn more about Dr. Hall at https://noboringbooks.com/authors/parenting/james-hall/ and find his new book, Grown Boys at https://www.grownboys.com/You can learn more about Dr. Hall's Might Men Academy at https://www.youtube.com/@MightyMenAcademySend us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for joining me on Chasing Masculinity. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review, it really helps others find the podcast, and if something here resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from these discussions. Let's build a community of men committed to personal growth, faith, and living with purpose.Check out the 24 Rules of Masculinity - a call to arms for men who want to become more than the world expects - available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/24-Rules-Masculinity-Principles-Derive/dp/B0FC6QSRZTStay connected by following me on X and Instagram at @mrwutzke, where I share insights, reflections, and updates. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions.Thanks for tuning in, and until next time, keep chasing.
Transcribe →Ep 67 How to Avoid Gym Burnout - My Current Split
Mar 2500:35:18Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke explores why so many men experience gym burnout and how to build a sustainable approach to fitness that lasts for the long term. He breaks down the two most common forms of burnout, those who lose motivation early in their fitness journey and those who have trained for years but begin to feel defeated by plateaus, time commitments, or stalled progress.Tune in to learn the real causes of gym burnout, how unrealistic expectations and overtraining derail progress, and how adopting a long-term mindset and sustainable training structure can help men stay consistent in the gym for years rather than burning out after a few intense seasons.Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for joining me on Chasing Masculinity. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review, it really helps others find the podcast, and if something here resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from these discussions. Let's build a community of men committed to personal growth, faith, and living with purpose.Check out the 24 Rules of Masculinity - a call to arms for men who want to become more than the world expects - available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/24-Rules-Masculinity-Principles-Derive/dp/B0FC6QSRZTStay connected by following me on X and Instagram at @mrwutzke, where I share insights, reflections, and updates. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions.Thanks for tuning in, and until next time, keep chasing.
Transcribe →Ep 66 How to Avoid Fleeting Modernism with Brett McCracken
Mar 1801:25:27Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with author Brett McCracken to discuss how modern culture pulls people toward constant novelty, distraction, and shallow thinking. Drawing from ideas in his book The Wisdom Pyramid, Brett explains how the flood of information in the digital age can distort priorities and why pursuing deeper sources of wisdom is essential for living with clarity and purpose.The conversation explores Brett’s personal journey as a writer, the challenges modern church goers face in navigating culture, and the habits that help cultivate discernment and maturity. Listeners will walk away with practical insights on how to resist the pull of fleeting modern trends and instead pursue a more grounded, thoughtful, and disciplined life.You can learn more about Brett at https://www.brettmccracken.com/ and find his recent books, including The Wisdom Pyramid, here: The Wisdom of SleepScrolling Ourselves to DeathThe Wisdom PyramidSend us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for joining me on Chasing Masculinity. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review, it really helps others find the podcast, and if something here resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from these discussions. Let's build a community of men committed to personal growth, faith, and living with purpose.Check out the 24 Rules of Masculinity - a call to arms for men who want to become more than the world expects - available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/24-Rules-Masculinity-Principles-Derive/dp/B0FC6QSRZTStay connected by following me on X and Instagram at @mrwutzke, where I share insights, reflections, and updates. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions.Thanks for tuning in, and until next time, keep chasing.
Transcribe →Ep 65 Why You Need To Go To Church
Feb 1800:23:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke examines the quiet assumption many professing Christians live by: since I believe in God, church is optional. Walking through key passages like Hebrews 10, Acts 2, and 1 Corinthians 12, the episode unpacks the biblical pattern of gathered worship and explains why Christianity was never designed to be private, isolated, or purely individual.This episode challenges the lazy Christian to reconsider the idea that personal Bible reading replaces church. It offers a clear call to alignment, urging believers to see church not as a weekly add-on, but as an essential part of spiritual formation and obedience.Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for joining me on Chasing Masculinity. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review, it really helps others find the podcast, and if something here resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from these discussions. Let's build a community of men committed to personal growth, faith, and living with purpose.Check out the 24 Rules of Masculinity - a call to arms for men who want to become more than the world expects - available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/24-Rules-Masculinity-Principles-Derive/dp/B0FC6QSRZTStay connected by following me on X and Instagram at @mrwutzke, where I share insights, reflections, and updates. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions.Thanks for tuning in, and until next time, keep chasing.
Transcribe →Ep 64 AI and the Future of Manhood
Feb 1100:19:28Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke explores how artificial intelligence can be used to support, not replace, masculine responsibility, focus, and clarity. Rather than framing AI as a miracle or a threat, the episode positions it as a tool that amplifies the character of the man using it, revealing discipline or exposing weakness depending on how it is applied.The episode breaks down practical ways men can use AI for learning, planning, journaling, physical training, and work without surrendering judgment or responsibility. It also lays out clear boundaries and non-negotiable rules to avoid dependency, passivity, and outsourced thinking, offering a grounded and hopeful vision for how disciplined men can use AI intentionally without losing their edge.Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for joining me on Chasing Masculinity. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review, it really helps others find the podcast, and if something here resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from these discussions. Let's build a community of men committed to personal growth, faith, and living with purpose.Check out the 24 Rules of Masculinity - a call to arms for men who want to become more than the world expects - available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/24-Rules-Masculinity-Principles-Derive/dp/B0FC6QSRZTStay connected by following me on X and Instagram at @mrwutzke, where I share insights, reflections, and updates. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions.Thanks for tuning in, and until next time, keep chasing.
Transcribe →Ep 63 How to Taste Whiskey
Jan 2800:33:12Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke explores the fundamentals of how to properly taste whiskey, breaking down what whiskey is, the major types, and why so many men grow to appreciate it as they age. The episode walks through the role of aging, grain, and craftsmanship, while explaining how different styles like bourbon, rye, Scotch, Irish, and Japanese whiskey develop distinct characteristics without ranking one as superior to another.Tune in to walk through the practical process of tasting whiskey with intention, including proper glassware, how to nose and sip, and how to describe aroma, palate, and finish using clear, standardized terminology. Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for joining me on Chasing Masculinity. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review, it really helps others find the podcast, and if something here resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from these discussions. Let's build a community of men committed to personal growth, faith, and living with purpose.Check out the 24 Rules of Masculinity - a call to arms for men who want to become more than the world expects - available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/24-Rules-Masculinity-Principles-Derive/dp/B0FC6QSRZTStay connected by following me on X and Instagram at @mrwutzke, where I share insights, reflections, and updates. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions.Thanks for tuning in, and until next time, keep chasing.
Transcribe →Ep 62 MACA - Make America Christian Again: Wearing your faith on your chest
Jan 2100:22:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke explores the idea behind “Make America Christian Again” and what it actually means to wear your faith on your chest. Rather than arguing for political power or forced belief, the episode examines how Judeo-Christian principles shaped Western civilization, from human dignity and objective truth to law, charity, and moral restraint, and why removing Christianity from culture does not create neutrality but leaves a dangerous vacuum.The episode challenges lukewarm and passive faith, especially among men, and calls out the cost of silence in a culture that increasingly treats Christian conviction as something to be hidden. Tune in to learn to live with coherence between belief and action, to reject shame and apathy, and to practice a visible, disciplined faith rooted in Scripture, courage, and responsibility rather than confrontation or performance.Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for joining me on Chasing Masculinity. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review, it really helps others find the podcast, and if something here resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from these discussions. Let's build a community of men committed to personal growth, faith, and living with purpose.Check out the 24 Rules of Masculinity - a call to arms for men who want to become more than the world expects - available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/24-Rules-Masculinity-Principles-Derive/dp/B0FC6QSRZTStay connected by following me on X and Instagram at @mrwutzke, where I share insights, reflections, and updates. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions.Thanks for tuning in, and until next time, keep chasing.
Transcribe →Ep 61 Should You Get Married Traditionally or Elope?
Jan 1400:28:36Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke explores the question many engaged men wrestle with today: Should you pursue a traditional wedding or choose to elope? By first defining what marriage is biblically and covenantally, the episode separates the meaning of marriage from the modern wedding industry, exposing how cultural pressure, performance, and cost have distorted priorities around getting married.The episode walks through what weddings have become, the financial and spiritual risks of starting a marriage in debt, and how elopement can re-center the covenant back where it belongs. It offers practical guidance for men who want to honor God, protect their future marriage, and make wise, intentional decisions without being driven by spectacle or social expectation.Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for joining me on Chasing Masculinity. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review, it really helps others find the podcast, and if something here resonated with you, please share it with someone who might benefit from these discussions. Let's build a community of men committed to personal growth, faith, and living with purpose.Check out the 24 Rules of Masculinity - a call to arms for men who want to become more than the world expects - available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/24-Rules-Masculinity-Principles-Derive/dp/B0FC6QSRZTStay connected by following me on X and Instagram at @mrwutzke, where I share insights, reflections, and updates. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions.Thanks for tuning in, and until next time, keep chasing.
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