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

    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

    Discover our other resources:

    Our Main Website

    Our Blog

    Online Life Coaching

    Christian Men's Retreats

    Christian Women's Retreats

    All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

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

    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

    Discover our other resources:

    Our Main Website

    Our Blog

    Online Life Coaching

    Christian Men's Retreats

    Christian Women's Retreats

    All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

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    34 mins
  • Chris Rice: Anger, Ownership, and Healing
    Jan 12 2026

    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:

    Our Main Website

    Our Blog

    Online Life Coaching

    Christian Men's Retreats

    Christian Women's Retreats

    All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

    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 Main Website

    Our Blog

    Online Life Coaching

    Christian Men's Retreats

    Christian Women's Retreats

    All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

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    28 mins
  • Real Christian Manhood Series: Goal Setting
    Jan 5 2026

    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

    Discover our other resources:

    Our Main Website

    Our Blog

    Online Life Coaching

    Christian Men's Retreats

    Christian Women's Retreats

    All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

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

    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:

    Our Main Website

    Our Blog

    Online Life Coaching

    Christian Men's Retreats

    Christian Women's Retreats

    All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

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    26 mins
  • The Holidays Exposed: The Soul Work of Christmas
    Dec 22 2025

    In this Christmas special, host Robb Paolasso and some of the Crucible staff team reflect on their personal experiences with Christmas, exploring themes of sadness, anger, fear, happiness, excitement, and joy. In this heartfelt conversation, each member shares their unique stories, highlighting the importance of emotional awareness and personal growth within the context of family and community. Join in on this roundtable discussion and consider what your future holidays can look like with the power of soul work.

    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 Main Website

    Our Blog

    Online Life Coaching

    Christian Men's Retreats

    Christian Women's Retreats

    All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

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    52 mins
  • Kenny Cox: Fueling Transformation and Legacy
    Dec 15 2025

    Business leader and Crucible board member Kenny Cox shares about Gospel Patrons—a biblical framework for generosity that funds God’s work beyond traditional charity. Drawing from his own Crucible transformation and leadership experience, Kenny explores how strategic, faith-rooted giving fuels healing, purpose, and legacy through The Crucible Project. This conversation invites listeners to see generosity as active participation in God’s redemptive mission.

    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 Main Website

    Our Blog

    Online Life Coaching

    Christian Men's Retreats

    Christian Women's Retreats

    All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

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    35 mins
  • Real Christian Manhood Series: Why Your Title Doesn’t Make You a Leader
    Dec 8 2025

    In this Real Christian Manhood series episode, Roy Wooten and Byron Myers dive into why character—not title—is the true foundation of godly leadership. They explore vulnerability, integrity, and the necessity of leading yourself before leading others, drawing on both Scripture and real-life ministry experience. It’s a candid conversation calling men out of isolation and into authentic, Christ-centered leadership.

    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 Main Website

    Our Blog

    Online Life Coaching

    Christian Men's Retreats

    Christian Women's Retreats

    All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

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    26 mins