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

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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 

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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. 

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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

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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. 

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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 

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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. 

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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

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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. 

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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.

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In 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 Sleep
Scrolling Ourselves to Death
The Wisdom Pyramid

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In 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.

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In 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.

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