Chasing Masculinity

Colton Wutzke
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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.  Check out my book, 24 Rules of Masculinity, out now! Find it on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/wutzke

  1. 15h ago

    Ep 82 College has Destroyed the Trades with Joseph Coco

    In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Joseph Coco, author of The Tradesman, to explore the dignity of skilled labor, the connection between faith and work, and what Jesus’ humanity teaches us about living as Christian men. They discuss why the trades deserve greater respect, how craftsmanship can reflect service to God and others, and what young men can learn from pursuing competence and responsibility. Tune in for a conversation about faith, vocation, spiritual transformation, and the responsibility men have to stand firm in a broken world. To find out more about Joseph and his work go to https://www.thefeosproject.com/ You can find The Tradesman at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HHLBVT76?returnFromLogin=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.

  2. Oct 14

    Ep 81 Why We Sleep ⅓ of Our Lives with Brett McCracken

    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.

  3. Sep 23

    Ep 80 How to be an Optimist of the Future with Stephen McAlpine

    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.

  4. Sep 9

    Ep 79 A Better Alternative to Social Media with Shawn Whitson

    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.

  5. Aug 26

    Ep 78 Should You Take Communion with Sean DeMars

    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.

  6. Aug 12

    Ep 77 Why Your Legacy Matters with Walt Taylor

    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.

  7. Jul 29

    Ep 76 The Education System is Failing Boys with Dr. Michael Gurian

    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.

  8. Jul 15

    Ep 75 You’re Not Humble Enough with Ed Welch

    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.

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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.  Check out my book, 24 Rules of Masculinity, out now! Find it on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/wutzke

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  • Creator
    Colton Wutzke
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    82
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Chasing Masculinity
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