The Crucible Project Podcast &#8211; The Crucible Project

Real Christian Manhood: The Hidden Cost of Masks-Unlocking Authentic Leadership & Manhood Feb 23, 2026

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Are you tired of carrying a façade that leaves you exhausted, restless, and disconnected? This episode dives deep into the heart of genuine manhood, stripping away the masks we wear to reveal the authentic, vulnerable, and courageous leader God designed us to be. If you've ever felt like you're just going through the motions or that no one truly sees the real you—this episode is your call to step into freedom.

In this fiery conversation, Roy Wooten and Byron Myers expose the truth about emotional and spiritual masks, their damaging effects, and the path toward authentic leadership rooted in vulnerability and self-awareness. Get ready to be challenged, inspired, and equipped to lead from your true self.

Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes:

Radical honesty and grace
Spiritual growth
Discipleship
Mentorship
Personal development
Life transformation
Christian men's ministry
Christian women's ministry
Faith-based retreat

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Neil Harbison on Becoming Whole: The Power of Vulnerability, Fatherhood, and the Crucible Project Feb 16, 2026

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In this episode, Neil Harbison joins host Martin Brooker to explore his powerful journey through mental health challenges, personal growth, and transformation in the Crucible Project. Neil opens up about learning emotional presence in fatherhood, embracing vulnerability, and the deep healing that comes from community support and radical honesty. His story offers a raw and hopeful look at manhood, self-discovery, and becoming the role model your children truly need. Whether you’re navigating fatherhood, exploring personal growth, or seeking support in your mental health journey, this conversation offers practical wisdom on self-discovery, vulnerability, and the courage to break through personal barriers.

Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes:

Radical honesty and grace
Spiritual growth
Discipleship
Mentorship
Personal development
Life transformation
Christian men's ministry
Christian women's ministry
Faith-based retreat

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From Follower to Leader: The Crucible Project Journey That Changed Matthew Reed Feb 09, 2026

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Missionary and **tricultural** leader Matthew Reed joins host Tim Rush on the Crucible Project podcast to share how growing up across cultures, serving in Mexico, and walking through the loss of his father reshaped his approach to leadership and personal growth. In this episode, Matthew unpacks how the Crucible Project helped him move from follower to authentic leader, explore his gift as an “optionizer,” set healthier boundaries, and embrace delegation, revealing powerful cultural insights, universal leadership challenges, and the deep importance of community.

Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes:

Radical honesty and grace
Spiritual growth
Discipleship
Mentorship
Personal development
Life transformation
Christian men's ministry
Christian women's ministry
Faith-based retreat

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Real Christian Manhood: Why So Many Men Are Stuck—and the Courage It Takes to Break Free Jan 26, 2026

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In this Real Christian Manhood episode, Byron Myers interviews Roy Wooten about Unstuck, a trauma-informed curriculum designed to help men break free from isolation and grow in authentic Christian manhood. They explore emotional connection, courage, and biblical transformation, showing how men’s small groups can foster personal growth, honesty, and lasting change. Discover how Unstuck helps men move from feeling stuck to living with authenticity, community, and faith-driven purpose.

Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes:

Radical honesty and grace
Spiritual growth
Discipleship
Mentorship
Personal development
Life transformation
Christian men's ministry
Christian women's ministry
Faith-based retreat

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Dr. Paul Spradley: The Cost of Complacency—and the Power of Doing the Inner Work Jan 19, 2026

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Host Joy Dunning sits down with Dr. Paul Spradley—educator, executive leader, and justice advocate—to explore how inner healing fuels meaningful leadership and lasting change. Paul shares his Crucible story, the power of emotional honesty and brotherhood, and why doing the hard internal work is essential for pursuing justice, wholeness, and healthier communities.

Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes:

Radical honesty and grace
Spiritual growth
Discipleship
Mentorship
Personal development
Life transformation
Christian men's ministry
Christian women's ministry
Faith-based retreat

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Chris Rice: Anger, Ownership, and Healing Jan 12, 2026

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Chris Rice, a community leader from the Chicagoland area, shares with host Joy Dunning about the impact of his Crucible retreat on his parenting, marriage, and anger. Through honesty with God and himself, Chris found a new path forward where he knew he was God's beloved son, even in the midst of pain and difficulty. He shares, "To be able to tell God how I really felt - even though I knew in my head that He knew, "I wasn't hiding anything from Him - there was something different about a Crucible weekend experientially where I was able to get that stuff out, and it worked for me."
Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes:

Radical honesty and grace
Spiritual growth
Discipleship
Mentorship
Personal development
Life transformation
Christian men's ministry
Christian women's ministry
Faith-based retreat

Discover our other resources:

Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes:

Radical honesty and grace
Spiritual growth
Discipleship
Mentorship
Personal development
Life transformation
Christian men's ministry
Christian women's ministry
Faith-based retreat

Discover our other resources:

Real Christian Manhood Series: Goal Setting Jan 05, 2026

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Crucible Executive Director Roy Wooten and Men's Ministry Leader Byron Myers engage in a deep conversation about goal setting and achievement. They reflect on the importance of realistic goals, the role of motivation and authenticity, and the significance of accountability in achieving personal objectives. The discussion also touches on overcoming stubborn goals, the value of community support in leadership development, and encouragement to seek help and not to go it alone in the journey towards personal growth.

Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes:

Radical honesty and grace
Spiritual growth
Discipleship
Mentorship
Personal development
Life transformation
Christian men's ministry
Christian women's ministry
Faith-based retreat

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Annette Maier: The Retreat That Changed My Counseling Forever Dec 29, 2025

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Host Joy Dunning sits down with Annette Maier, a licensed counselor, to explore her calling into counseling and the transformative impact of Crucible retreats on both her personal life and professional practice. Annette shares how the retreats helped her reconnect with her emotions, trust the process, and experience the kind of vulnerability and community that brings real change. Together, they unpack why human connection is essential for emotional health—and why Crucible can be a powerful next step for anyone feeling stuck in old patterns.

Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes:

Radical honesty and grace
Spiritual growth
Discipleship
Mentorship
Personal development
Life transformation
Christian men's ministry
Christian women's ministry
Faith-based retreat

Discover our other resources: