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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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After ten years in advocacy, I’ve learned you’re going to mess up—what matters is what you do next. This free worksheet isn’t about being perfect; it’s about making your mistakes less harmful, learning from them, and moving forward without getting stuck in shame. Grab it and start turning slip-ups into real growth.

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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1 in 4 men experience sexual violence in their lifetime - yet this reality remains largely invisible in our conversations about masculinity and trauma.

In this video, we examine why 23% of men carry this burden in silence, the unique barriers that prevent male survivors from seeking help, and what we can do as a society to create safer spaces for these conversations.

As a licensed psychotherapist specializing in men's mental health, I'll share insights on:

00:00 – The Quiet Epidemic: 1 in 4 Men
01:08 – Why Men Don’t Talk
02:45 – What Keeps Them Silent
04:25 – How We Break the Silence

If you're a survivor watching this: your experience is valid, you deserve support, and healing is possible.

Resources:
Mental Health Crisis Line: 988
1in6.org - Support for male survivors
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
MaleSurvivor.org - Community and resources

If this resonates with you, please share it. You might be the person who helps another man realize he's not alone.

#MensMentalHealth #TraumaHealing #MaleSurvivors #MentalHealthAwareness"

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 happens when blue- and white-collar men compare notes?

In this episode, Tim sits down with entrepreneur and tradesman Jake Still to unpack the pressure that men face as providers across various industries, job sites, and offices. From leadership lessons to financial responsibility, they explore what men in both worlds can learn from each other.

They break down how the trades build problem-solving resilience, why routines help men stay grounded, and how the pressure to provide can push men past their limits. Along the way, they dive into mentorship, burnout, and the work-life balance most men never talk about.

Whether you’re wearing boots or a button-down, this conversation offers honest insights on building a career — and a life — that actually works.

Full Show Notes: empoweredchangece.com/american-masculinity-podcast

Recommended Book – The Third Door by Alex Banayan:
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Chapters:
00:00 – Why Trades Build Problem Solvers
07:50 – The Cost of Long Hours & Missing Routine
17:00 – Provider Pressure: When Is It Ever Enough?
28:00 – Stress vs. Anxiety: The Difference Men Need to Know
36:30 – Why Curiosity (Not Fear) Leads to Better Careers
45:00 – The Fatherless Workforce & The Power of Mentorship
53:00 – Leadership, Responsibility, and Finding the Line
57:30 – The Double-Edged Sword of the Provider Role
1:01:00 – What It Really Means to Build a Life That Works

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 if recovery isn’t just about quitting—but about rebuilding your masculinity through real accountability, mentorship, and community?

Full show notes + all sources: https://empoweredchangece.com/american-masculinity-podcast

In this episode, licensed addiction counselor Kevin Peterson shares how 12-step recovery changed his understanding of masculinity—and how men can move from isolation and control to connection, community, and personal growth.

We dig into why healthy masculinity means showing up, not doing it alone—and why mentorship and accountability change everything for men in recovery. Whether you're in the process, supporting someone who is, or just reflecting on your own masculinity, this conversation brings hard-won insights and honest truth.

For more about Kevin's work visit: www.chronichope.us

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Chapters:
00:00 — Why Masculinity and Recovery Need Each Other
09:00 — The “Fixer Trap” and How It Fuels Codependency
16:00 — 12-Step Mentorship and the Power of Community
26:00 — Your Family Can’t (and Shouldn’t) Meet Every Need
35:00 — Finding the Right 12-Step Meeting for You
42:00 — From Helping to Controlling: The Hard Line for Men
44:54 — Kevin’s Personal Reflections on Masculinity

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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.

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Most men don’t see themselves as abuse survivors. DV advocate Jenn Doe explains why this silence is deadly.

🔗 Full show notes, resources, and transcript: www.americanmasculinity.com

Men are taught to be strong and never show weakness. But what happens when these expectations trap them in cycles of abuse they can’t even name? In this powerful episode, licensed psychotherapist and veteran Tim Wienecke is joined by Jenn Doe – a seasoned domestic violence advocate and educator specializing in supporting male and female survivors.

Together, they dive deep into the hidden reality of male abuse survivors, how traditional masculinity norms create dangerous silence, and why so many men don’t recognize what’s happening to them. Jenn shares her expertise working directly with survivors and systems, offering nuanced insights and recognition tools to identify abuse beyond just physical violence – including emotional manipulation, coercive control, financial abuse, and psychological warfare.

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⏰ Chapters

00:00 – Intro: The Cost of Silence
04:12 – Masculinity and Why Men Don’t Recognize Abuse
12:45 – Control, Escalation, and Abuse Patterns
23:30 – Beyond Physical Violence: Emotional and Psychological Abuse
35:10 – The Hidden Psychological Costs for Men
46:55 – Frameworks for Recognizing Abuse Dynamics
54:20 – Closing Validation and Next Steps

If you’re a man questioning your experiences, someone supporting a male survivor, or a professional working with men, this episode offers crucial insights and hope.

📞 Resources:
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

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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In this episode, couples therapist LaTrease Nwunye breaks down why “sacrifice” often breeds resentment and how reframing it as a conscious choice can transform your relationship.

Full show notes and book list: https://empoweredchangece.com/staff/episode-10

We dive into the hidden costs of the nice guy mindset, why leadership isn’t about control, and practical ways men can communicate needs without guilt. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re giving everything and getting nothing back, this conversation will give you tools to change that dynamic today.

🔔 Subscribe to the American Masculinity Podcast for honest conversations, expert insights, and tools to help men become the men they want to 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.