The Crucible Project Podcast &#8211; The Crucible Project

Kellen Cowan: The Power of Brotherhood Sep 22, 2025

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Host Jay Mountjoy sits down with Kellen Cowan, leader of Band of Brothers in Oklahoma, to explore what truly transforms men. Kellen shares how the Crucible Project helped him continue his own journey of personal growth and emotional healing, and why men can’t afford to settle for surface-level connection. Together they unpack the hunger men carry for authentic brotherhood, the freedom that comes with emotional clarity, and the powerful breakthroughs that happen when men step into real community with one another.

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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Garrett B: From Quiet Desperation to Authentic Living Sep 15, 2025

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In this moving episode, Garrett Buchanen shares how the end of his marriage, an unexpected ADHD diagnosis, and the Crucible journey exposed the truth that he was “living a life of quiet desperation, not singing his song.” He describes how embracing vulnerability, facing fear, and stepping into authentic community has helped him discover his purpose, passion, and power.

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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Bridges, Not Bunkers: A Boomer & Millennial Talk Life, Faith, and Letting Go Sep 08, 2025

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Host Joy Dunning sits down with longtime Crucible leader Bill Snyder to explore how “eldership” can transform the second half of life—from retirement angst and identity shifts to intentional service, letting go, and deeper compassion. Bill shares his journey from early Crucible weekends to mentoring and launching an Elder Retreat, offering practical wisdom on soul work, holding tension without binary thinking, and blessing the generations behind us. It’s a hopeful, candid guide for boomers, millennials, and anyone curious about finishing—and living—well.

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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Breaking Free from Porn: Drew Boa on Shame, Healing, and Lasting Freedom Aug 25, 2025

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Host Andy Spell talks with Drew Boa, author of Outgrow Porn and founder of Husband Material. Drew shares his personal journey of addiction recovery and unpacks the ways purity culture, toxic shame, and unprocessed pain fuel compulsive behaviors. Together, they explore the power of vulnerability, the role of community support, and how understanding neuro pathways and sexual fantasies can open the door to real healing. Gain fresh hope and practical tools for breaking free from pornography—learning to view relapse as feedback, embrace connection, and celebrate every step toward freedom.

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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Leadership Series: Roy Wooten Aug 18, 2025

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Longtime nonprofit ministry leader and Crucible Executive Director Roy Wooten is interviewed by Leadership Series Host Tim Rush about his leadership journey brought him through a Crucible weekend which strengthened his leadership authenticity. Roy challenges leaders to go have the courageous conversations they are resistant to have.
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:
Our Website: https://thecrucibleproject.org/
Our Blog: https://thecrucibleproject.org/blog/
Christian Men's Retreats: https://thecrucibleproject.org/crucible-weekend-for-men/
Christian Women's Retreats: https://thecrucibleproject.org/crucible-weekend-for-women/

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:

Crucible's Impact on Leadership with Dr. Dan Bouchelle Aug 11, 2025

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Dr. Dan Bouchelle, President and CEO of Mission Resource Network, shares with host Joy Dunning about his Crucible experience and the impact it had on him as a leader of other leaders. MRN is a leadership development and training organization that partners with churches and global workers to ensure sustained and impactful mission work globally. Dr. Bouchelle shares how MRN’s partnership with Crucible has been instrumental in this mission, offering global leaders a rare opportunity for self-awareness and personal transformation. Personally, Dan states, “Crucible helped me discover internal obstacles in my life that I needed a breakthrough on. It revealed to me the degree to which I operated out of a sense of pride and control, and I began to see ways I was not functioning well and how that was coming from my fears and insecurities. It helped me get unstuck and prepared me to make some big changes within myself and within the organization.”

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

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Mike Chapman: Breaking the Silence on Child Sex Trafficking and Abuse Aug 04, 2025

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Note: This episode features the difficult topic of sex trafficking and abuse. Please listen with care and know that resources are available at thecrucibleproject.org. You can also reach out to us at communications@thecrucibleproject.org for more personalized resources.

Host Andy Spell sits down with Mike Chapman as they delve into the challenging yet crucial topics of trauma, abuse, and healing. Mike, a certified recovery life coach, shares his personal journey of overcoming childhood sexual abuse and trafficking. He discusses the importance of storytelling in healing and offers insights into the pervasive issue of trafficking within the U.S.

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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Sheri Tredway: Community During Crisis, Deep Grief, and When Loss Changes Everything Jul 21, 2025

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Sheri Tredway shares her journey through grief following the loss of her grandson, Titus. Sheri reflects on the deep emotional healing she found through the Crucible community’s unwavering support, emphasizing the importance of communication, emotional safety, and authentic relationships. This episode reveals how connection and shared language can offer profound comfort during life’s most painful moments.

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: