Chasing Masculinity

Ep 68 A Fatherless Generation with Dr. James Hall

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/@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.

Ep 67 How to Avoid Gym Burnout - My Current Split

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 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.

Ep 66 How to Avoid Fleeting Modernism with Brett McCracken

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 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.

Ep 65 Why You Need To Go To Church

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.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.

Ep 64 AI and the Future of Manhood

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.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.