The American Masculinity Podcast
The American Masculinity Podcast is hosted by Timothy Wienecke — licensed psychotherapist, Air Force veteran, and award-winning men's advocate.
Real conversations about masculinity, mental health, trauma, fatherhood, leadership, and growth. Each episode offers expert insight and practical tools to help men show up differently — as partners, fathers, friends, and leaders.
No yelling. No clichés. Just grounded, thoughtful masculinity for a changing world.
https://americanmasculinity.start.page
Episodes
18 episodes
16 From Shame to Strategy: Why Men's Dyslexia Goes Undiagnosed
4 in 5 adults with dyslexia were never diagnosed. Russell Van Brocklen shares how diagnosis turns shame into strategy. Show notes: https://empoweredchangece.com/amp16
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15 How to Build a Men's Group That Actually Holds You Accountable
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://b...
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Episode 15
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14 Beyond Good Intentions: How White Men Can Support Black Men
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/americanmasculinityBook List...
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Episode 14
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B2 - 1 in 4 Men: The Silent Truth
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 bar...
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13 The Workplace Struggles Men Never Talk About
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 offic...
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Episode 13
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12-Step Recovery: The Mentorship Model That Changes Everything
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/america...
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Episode 12
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11 Why Men Don't Recognize Abuse and What to Watch For
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<...
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Episode 11
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10 Nice Guy Trap: How to Keep Your Identity While Dating
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://empoweredchan...
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Episode 10
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Why 4 Out of 5 Suicide Deaths Are Men (And What We Miss)
Most men don’t talk about suicide—until it’s too late. This episode breaks that silence.Interview with Khara Croswaite Brindle, TEDx Speaker & Suicide Prevention ExpertFull show notes + transcript: https://empoweredchan...
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Episode 9
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08 From Talking to Doing: What Makes CBT Click for Men
CBT gives men structure and tools—not just talk. 🎧 Show notes: www.americanmasculinity.com 📚 Books: bookshop.org/shop/americanmasculinityTherapist Bryce Jennings joins us to break down how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT...
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Episode 8
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07 Jewish Masculinity: Duty, Doubt, and Showing Up Anyway
In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Tim welcomes Ari H., a therapist and educator who grew up immersed in Modern Orthodox Judaism. Together, they explore how masculinity is shaped by faith, tradition, and the pressures and gifts of commun...
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Episode 7
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06 Kink and Masculinity: Rethinking Power and Vulnerability with a Kink Therapist
What do kink, masculinity, and healing have to do with each other? In this episode, licensed psychotherapist Amanda Earle joins us to unpack what kink actually is—and what it gets wrong in mainstream portrayals. We dig into t...
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Episode 6
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05 Understanding Male Pain: Deep Insights from an Expert Trauma Therapist
Men often confuse trauma with everyday stress or pain—until it quietly reshapes their relationships, emotions, and identity. In this conversation, trauma therapist Eric Blommel breaks down how trauma actually works in men, why most of us miss t...
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04 Masculine Leadership: Can Control Transform into Competence? Insights from an Air Force Leader.
Masculine Leadership: Lessons from an Air Force Leader What happens when men lead from control instead of competence? This episode explores how fear-based leadership damages teams—and how to reset your leadership style with grounded ...
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03 - Why the Gender Spectrum Matters: Insights for the Modern Man
What if embracing the gender spectrum could make you a better man? In this episode, host Tim Wienecke — therapist, veteran, and men’s advocate — breaks down how to show up in gender-diverse spaces without shutting down or taking over.You...
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Episode 3
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02 Latino Masculinity Family, Machismo, and the Weight of Expectation with Alejandro Castro
What happens when masculinity is shaped by loyalty, religion, and unspoken family roles? This episode explores Latino manhood, machismo, and the pressure to show up strong—even when it costs you. A powerful conversation on cultural identity, sp...
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01 - Masculinity Isn’t the Problem—It’s the Starting Point
00:00 – What Is American Masculinity? 01:02 – Who Is Tim Wienecke? 02:06 – Reflections on MeToo and Cultural Shifts 03:11 – The Problem with "Toxic Masculinity" 04:21 – Right-Wing Masculinity Myths 0...
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Episode 1
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Intro - What is American Masculinity and Why you might care what Tim thinks about it.
A quick look at the who, what, and why of The American Masculinity Podcast. Meet host Timothy Wienecke—a therapist, veteran, and advocate. By the end of this 90 seconds, you just might care what another middle-aged white guy on the int...
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