The American Masculinity Podcast

Want to become a better man? American Masculinity is a self improvement for men podcast helping you master personal development, men's mental health, and leadership.

Hosted by Timothy Wienecke, licensed psychotherapist, Air Force veteran, and award-winning men's advocate. Each episode delivers expert insight and practical tools for men's self improvement.

Whether you're navigating fatherhood, building confidence in relationships, or working on personal growth, you'll find grounded conversations on masculinity, trauma recovery, growth mindset, and what it means to show up as a better partner, father, and leader.

No yelling. No clichés. Just thoughtful motivation rooted in psychology and real-world experience. Perfect for men seeking mental fitness, self-discipline, and meaningful life skills.

New episodes drop weekly with actionable advice on men's wellness, stress management, and becoming a better man. Subscribe now and join thousands of men committed to personal development and positive change.

Podcasting since 2025 • 78 episodes

The American Masculinity Podcast

Latest Episodes

Cornell and What It Costs to Speak Up

Cornell and What It Costs Men to Speak Up — why good men stay silent and what effective intervention looks like. I'm Tim Wienecke, licensed psychotherapist and former Air Force victim advocate. This is the audio version of my articl...

October 06, 2026 • Season 1 • 11:07

The Hidden Cost of Never Showing Weakness

Dan Glyde is a men's coach and former BBC Sport producer. At eight years old, he ruined his brand-new corduroy trousers in a playground tackle, cried in front of everyone, and was laughed at by the other kids and even the dinner lady. That day ...

October 01, 2026 • 1:13:21

Why High Performers Burn Out While Chasing Perfection

Dr. Ken Martz has spent nearly 30 years working in mental health. He’s written 16 books, worked with anxiety and panic for decades, and knows firsthand what happens when being productive, driven, and “fine” becomes a substitute for noticing tha...

September 17, 2026 • 1:04:56

Discipline Isn't Willpower - It's Capacity

Brian Alsruhe has spent nearly 30 years under the bar. Strongman, powerlifting, coaching world champions and did a stint in counterterrorism before turning toward clinical mental health work.In this conversation we map how Brian trains ...

August 26, 2026 • 59:02

A Conversation On Why Men Stay Silent When They’re Struggling The Most

Every year we lose more men to suicide and overdose than we can easily talk about and the men most at risk are often the ones who've been taught they're not allowed to ask for help. The "honor or die" culture tells guys to be stoic, self-suffic...

August 19, 2026 • 58:25

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