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In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Brett McCracken to discuss his new book, The Wisdom of Sleep. Together, they explore what sleep reveals about our limitations, God’s design, and the gospel, as well as why rest has become so difficult to value in a culture obsessed with productivity and optimization. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on sleep, Sabbath, grace, and developing a healthier relationship with rest without turning it into another performance metric. To find out more about Brett and his work, go to https://www.brettmccracken.com/ You can find his new book, The Wisdom of Sleep, at https://www.amazon.com/Wisdom-Sleep-Reveals-Truth-Revives/dp/0310175712?&linkCode=sl2&tag=bret06-20&linkId=cde9389b0b7eb35e7e9cc547be842b16&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Stephen McAlpine to discuss the ideas behind his book Futureproof and what it means for Christians to live faithfully in an increasingly post-Christian culture. Together, they explore the cultural shifts taking place in the West, how believers can remain grounded in biblical conviction without retreating from society, and why the church must prepare for a future that looks very different from the past. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on building resilient faith, raising the next generation with confidence, cultivating courage over comfort, and developing the spiritual habits that enable Christians to remain steadfast regardless of how culture continues to change. You can find Stephen at https://stephenmcalpine.com/ and his book Futureproof: How to Live for Jesus in a Culture That Keeps on Changing at https://www.thegoodbook.com.au/futureproof  Stephen also has some amazing publications on Substack that I highly recommend you check out at https://substack.com/@stephenmcalpine  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Shawn Whitson, founder and CEO of ActsSocial, to discuss the growing influence of social media on our relationships, families, and communities. Together, they explore the problems created by today's digital platforms, why meaningful connection has become increasingly difficult, and how technology can be designed to encourage healthier habits rather than endless distraction and division. Tune in for a practical conversation on building authentic community in the digital age, developing healthier technology habits, protecting families from toxic online culture, and using digital tools in ways that strengthen relationships instead of replacing them. To find out more about what Sean and ActsSocial are doing, go to https://actssocial.com/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with pastor and author Sean DeMars to discuss his recent Gospel Coalition article, Should Struggling Christians Abstain from Communion? Together, they explore one of the most misunderstood and emotionally weighty questions in the Christian life: should believers who are battling sin, guilt, or spiritual weakness stay away from the Lord’s Table? Tune in for a thoughtful and pastoral conversation on communion, repentance, guilt, and how churches can better present the Lord’s Table as a place of grace, truth, and unity for struggling Christians. You can find Sean’s Article at https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/how-not-fence-communion/?queryID=b11abc6f40b7f4d7201b631175d6b4ba  To find out more about Sean DeMars, go to https://glorycommunitychurch.com/leadership/, and to find his podcast, Room for Nuance, go to https://roomfornuancepodcast.com/  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Walt Taylor to discuss his book, Forging a Legacy: A Christian Man's Guide to Faith, Fitness, and Brotherhood. Together, they explore what it truly means to leave a lasting legacy, why faith serves as the foundation for biblical manhood, and how physical discipline and authentic brotherhood help shape men of character, purpose, and conviction. Tune in for a practical conversation on building a life that matters, cultivating consistent spiritual and physical disciplines, leading your family well, developing meaningful friendships with other men, and making daily decisions that leave a legacy worth passing on. To find out more about Walt and his book, go to https://forgingalegacy.org/  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Dr. Michael Gurian to discuss the ideas behind Boys, A Rescue Plan and the challenges facing boys and young men in today’s culture. The conversation explores the current state of boys, the unique developmental needs of boys, and why understanding those differences is essential for parents, educators, and communities seeking to raise healthy, responsible men. Tune in to hear a practical discussion on education and the importance of developmental gender differences that help boys grow into confident, grounded men. To find out more about Dr. Gurian and the Gurian Institute go to https://www.michaelgurian.com/  His book Boys, A Rescue Plan can be found at: https://a.co/d/0bDBRnUU  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with author and biblical counselor Dr. Edward Welch to discuss his book, The Humility Project for Men: The Way to Strength, Honor, and Contentment. Together, they explore why humility is one of the most misunderstood virtues in modern culture, how pride quietly shapes our thinking and relationships, and why true humility is not weakness but a pathway to strength, freedom, and lasting contentment. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on biblical masculinity, the hidden influence of pride, cultivating humility before God and others, and practical habits that can help men grow in wisdom, leadership, and Christlike character in every area of life. Dr. Welch can be found at the CCEF at https://www.ccef.org/people/ed-welch/ His book, The Humility Project for Men, can be found at https://www.amazon.com/Humility-Project-Men-Strength-Contentment/dp/1645075931  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Jonathan Dodson to explore what gospel-centered discipleship truly means and why it is often misunderstood in modern Christianity. The conversation breaks down how discipleship has become shallow or overly programmatic, and why placing the gospel at the center changes how growth, discipline, and daily life are approached. Tune in to hear a practical discussion on what it takes to build meaningful work from the ground up, the lessons learned from founding Gospel-Centered Discipleship. You can find Jonathan at http://jonathandodson.org/ and learn more about the resources offered at Gospel Centered Discipleship at https://gcdiscipleship.com/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Traver Boehm to explore the philosophy behind Man Uncivilized and what it means for men to reclaim ownership in a world built around comfort and distraction. The conversation dives into Traver’s personal transformation, the defining moment that led him to rebuild his life, and how that journey shaped his mission to challenge modern men to live with greater intention, discipline, and responsibility. Tune in to hear a practical discussion on brotherhood, the role of challenge and physical experience in shaping men, and how to move from passivity to purposeful action by stepping outside comfort and taking full responsibility for your life. You can find Traver at https://traverboehm.com/ and on Instagram @traverboehm To find out more about Man UNcivilized or to learn more about joining go to https://www.manuncivilized.com/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Scott Sauls to explore what it means to become a doer in a world filled with overthinking, hesitation, and endless consumption. The conversation breaks down the gap between ideas and execution, why so many capable people stay stuck, and how clarity is often found through action rather than waiting for the perfect plan. Tune in to hear a practical discussion on building momentum, overcoming resistance, and developing the habits and mindset required to consistently take action, along with insights into Scott’s work.  You can find Scott at scottsauls.com and his new book, The Mercy King, at https://www.amazon.com/Mercy-King-Kindness-Jesus-Weakness/dp/0310367247  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke explores the rise of home gyms and whether they are becoming the new standard for serious lifters. The episode breaks down the growing problems with modern commercial gyms, including overcrowding, rising costs, changing gym culture, time inefficiency, and the decline of smaller private training facilities, while examining why more people are choosing to build training spaces at home. Tune in to hear a practical discussion on the advantages and downsides of home gyms, how to realistically start building one, what equipment actually matters, and how Colton’s current home gym setup is working for his lifting style.  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In 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=8-1 Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In 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 Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In 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/@MightyMenAcademy Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.

In 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 Mail Support the show Thank 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/B0FC6QSRZT Stay 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.