Chasing Masculinity

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke explores the rise of home gyms and whether they are becoming the new standard for serious lifters. The episode breaks down the growing problems with modern commercial gyms, including overcrowding, rising costs, changing gym culture, time inefficiency, and the decline of smaller private training facilities, while examining why more people are choosing to build training spaces at home. Tune in to hear a practical discussion on the adva...

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Drew Dyck to discuss the ideas behind his book Just Show Up, exploring why meaningful friendship and consistent presence have become increasingly rare in modern life. The conversation examines the value of showing up for others, why men often struggle to build deep relationships, and how intentional community shapes both personal growth and spiritual maturity. Tune in to hear a broader discussion on Drew’s journey into...

In this episode of Chasing Masculinity, host Colton Wutzke sits down with Dr. Anthony Bradley to explore the ideas behind his book Heroic Fraternities and the deeper issues surrounding how young men are formed today. The conversation breaks down the decline of institutions, the absence of strong brotherhood, and the critical role that mentorship and structure play in shaping disciplined, responsible men. Tune in to hear a grounded and practical discussion on what it takes to build strong men ...

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...

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 ...