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4 in 5 adults with dyslexia were never diagnosed. Russell Van Brocklen shares how diagnosis turns shame into strategy.

Show notes: https://empoweredchangece.com/staff/episode-16-dyslexia-and-men

The American Masculinity Podcast™ is hosted by Timothy Wienecke — licensed psychotherapist, Air Force veteran, and men’s advocate.
Real conversations about masculinity, mental health, growth, and how men can show up better — as partners, leaders, and friends.
We focus on grounded tools, not yelling or clichés. If you have questions or want a tool for something you're wrestling with, leave a comment or send a message — your feedback shapes what we build next.
Note: While this doesn’t replace therapy, it might help you notice something worth exploring.

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What actually makes a men’s group work — and how do you build one that lasts? Tim sits down with Jason Lange for a practical conversation on accountability, shadow work, and building circles that go deep.

Books Mentioned: https://bookshop.org/lists/amp-15-how-to-build-a-men-s-group-that-actually-holds-you-accountable-recommended-reads

Tim Wienecke: https://americanmasculinity.start.page

Jason Lange: https://evolutionary.men/

Full show notes and links: yourwebsite.com/amp15

Episode Chapters

00:00 Cold Open — Why Men’s Groups Matter
02:00 Jason’s Story — How Men’s Groups Changed His Life
07:00 The Science of Male Bonding & Vasopressin
13:00 Shadow Work — Facing What’s Under the Surface
17:00 Why Commitment Makes (or Breaks) a Group
22:00 How to Start Your Own Group with Two Guys
27:00 Clearings — Handling Conflict Before It Breaks You
35:00 Leadership, Boundaries, and When to Step Out
46:00 What Men’s Groups Taught Us About Community
52:00 Final Reflections & The Challenge for Listeners
53:30 Cold Close — Which Man Will You Be?

The American Masculinity Podcast™ is hosted by Timothy Wienecke — licensed psychotherapist, Air Force veteran, and men’s advocate.
Real conversations about masculinity, mental health, growth, and how men can show up better — as partners, leaders, and friends.
We focus on grounded tools, not yelling or clichés. If you have questions or want a tool for something you're wrestling with, leave a comment or send a message — your feedback shapes what we build next.
Note: While this doesn’t replace therapy, it might help you notice something worth exploring.

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Tim sits down with Martin Henson—activist and founder of BMen Foundation—for an honest conversation about moving from good intentions to genuine support.

Full Show Notes: www.empowerchangece.com/americanmasculinity

Book List: https://bookshop.org/lists/amp-14-book-list

How to Walk Into Spaces that Don't Belong to You Without Shutting Down or Taking Over: https://americanmasculinity.gumroad.com/l/xvcnj

More of Martin's work: https://linktr.ee/martinhspeaks

What you’ll learn in this episode:
Chapters:
00:00 The Allyship Conversation That Makes White Men Uncomfortable
05:10 When Fear, Guilt, and Ego Get in the Way
13:05 Performative Allyship vs Real Connection
21:45 Stop Trying to Fix Black Men, Start Actually Listening
31:20 The Cost of Infantilizing Black Men
41:00 How to Be a Better Neighbor Without Centering Yourself
51:30 You’re Gonna Screw Up — Here’s How to Repair
57:00 Closing Reflections: Showing Up, Not Perfection

If you’re a man who wants to show up authentically for your community, this conversation will give you the tools to move from bystander to genuine ally.

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The American Masculinity Podcast™ is hosted by Timothy Wienecke — licensed psychotherapist, Air Force veteran, and men’s advocate.
Real conversations about masculinity, mental health, growth, and how men can show up better — as partners, leaders, and friends.
We focus on grounded tools, not yelling or clichés. If you have questions or want a tool for something you're wrestling with, leave a comment or send a message — your feedback shapes what we build next.
Note: While this doesn’t replace therapy, it might help you notice something worth exploring.