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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

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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.