The Crucible Project Podcast
The Crucible Project is a 501c3 nonprofit ministry that offers Christian retreats for men and women. Our mission is to ignite Christ-like change through experiences of radical honesty and grace.
Our podcasts feature interviews with people who have experienced the power of The Crucible Project. They share their stories of transformation and offer insights and advice that can help you on starting your journey of faith.
If you are looking for a podcast that will challenge, inspire, and help you grow, then the Crucible Project Podcast is for you.
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Episodes
145 episodes
Real Christian Manhood Series: Why Your Title Doesn’t Make You a Leader
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 ...
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25:50
Real Christian Manhood Series: Stop Hiding and Start Leading
This Real Christian Manhood series, featuring Roy Wooten and Byron Myers, dives into the real work of manhood—emotional presence, courageous leadership, and the willingness to change. Their conversation challenges men to examine their passivity...
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25:02
Eric Himes: From Corporate Success to Soul-Deep Leadership
Jay Mountjoy sits down with Eric Himes—founder of Inspired Culture, seasoned corporate leader, and longtime Crucible brother—to unpack Eric’s journey of emotional healing, faith, and authentic ser...
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34:24
Mark Dunning: Self-Worth and Validation
Mark Dunning, community leader in Green Bay, WI, shares his Crucible journey with host Andy Spell. After searching to find his self-worth through validation from others, Mark's retreat helped him discover where his true worth comes from. He sha...
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28:48
Forged for Purpose: A Warrior’s Path to Transformation
In this special Veteran's Day episode of The Crucible Podcast, host Jay Mountjoy sits down with Ben “Beez,” an active-duty military man whose journey from restless military kid to man of faith reveals the power of transformation. From ...
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Curtis Summers: Burned, Broken, and Finally Real
Host Andy Spell talks with Curtis Summers about how the Crucible Weekend shattered his old ways of hiding and opened the door to authentic manhood. Curtis shares how facing truth, vulnerability, and failure became the turning points for real tr...
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28:40
Real Christian Manhood Series: The Lie We Tell Ourselves About Integrity
In this Real Christian Manhood series episode, Roy Wooten and Byron Myers dive into what real integrity looks like for Christian men—beyond honesty or morality. They unpack how keeping clear agreements, aligning thoughts, emotions, and...
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29:00
Jim Burgen: Wrestling with God
This episode features a message from Pastor Jim Burgen, Pastor at Flatirons Church in Colorado, unpacking the themes, emotion, and truth beneath the words. Explore how the dialogue exposes identity, tension, and transformation—revealing what’s ...
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Real Christian Manhood Series: Doing More Is Destroying You
In this episode of Real Christian Manhood, Roy Wooten and Byron Myers tackle the growing issue of burnout in Christian leadership, calling men to move from ownership to stewardship and from productivity to presence. They remind leaders...
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Jonathan Moynihan: When Masculinity Meets Grace
Host Andy Spell interviews Jonathan Moynihan, lead pastor of Mosaic Christian Church, about his journey of self-discovery and transformation. Jonathan opens up about confronting the power of anger, breaking free from performance-driven ministry...
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27:32
Kellen Cowan: The Power of Brotherhood
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, an...
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27:53
Garrett B: From Quiet Desperation to Authentic Living
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 embra...
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35:26
Bridges, Not Bunkers: A Boomer & Millennial Talk Life, Faith, and Letting Go
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 shar...
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36:34
Breaking Free from Porn: Drew Boa on Shame, Healing, and Lasting Freedom
Host Andy Spell talks with Drew Boa, author of Outgrow Porn and founder of Husband Material. Drew shares his personal journey of addictio...
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38:41
Leadership Series: Roy Wooten
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. ...
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17:21
Crucible's Impact on Leadership with Dr. Dan Bouchelle
Dr. Dan Bouchelle, President and CEO of Mission Resource Network, shares with host Joy Dunning about his Crucible experience and the impact it...
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26:17
Mike Chapman: Breaking the Silence on Child Sex Trafficking and Abuse
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 r...
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27:14
Sheri Tredway: Community During Crisis, Deep Grief, and When Loss Changes Everything
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, e...
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16:37
Michael Byrd: Healing the Father Wound and Leading Men Toward Emotional Freedom
Host Joy Dunning speaks with Michael Byrd about his transformative journey through men's work, vulnerability, and healing. Michael shares how his adoption shaped his identity and how The Crucible Project empowered him to confront personal wound...
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37:00
Real Manhood Series: Through the Lens of Jesus
In this Real Christian Manhood series, Roy Wooten and Byron Myers unpack what real manhood looks like by examining the true character of Jesus. Far from the passive image often portrayed, Jesus modeled boldness, emotional strength...
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21:31
Leadership Series: Brian Smith on Reluctant Leadership and the Power of Inner Work
In this Leadership Series episode, Brian Smith shares his journey as a reluctant leader, revealing how failure, emotional intelligence, and personal growth shaped his leadership. He emphasizes the importance of modeling behavior, doing the inne...
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Real Christian Manhood Series: Copycat Leadership
In this Real Christian Manhood series episode, Roy Wooten and Byron Myers explore the difference between authentic leadership and imitation. They challenge listeners to reject mimicry, embrace their unique identity, and lead from a place of int...
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19:17
Michael Bartlett: Authenticity in the Church
Michael Bartlett, Lead Pastor of Collective Church, sits down with host Joy Dunning to explore how vulnerability and authenticity are reshaping church leadership. Michael opens up about his journey from a non-religious upbringing to pastoral mi...
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37:06
Mark Beebe: Leadership, Redemption, and Business
Martin Brooker interviews Mark Beebe, COO of Enterprise Stewardship, about the powerful integration of faith and work. Mark shares his journey of discovering business as a God-given gift, the transformative power of grace and redemption—especia...
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26:27
The Lasso Way: What Ted Lasso Teaches Us About Curiosity and Connection
Dive into the world of Apple TV's hit show Ted Lasso and explore themes of curiosity, judgment, and vulnerability in real-life relationships. Jess Donovan and Joy Dunning unpack how emotional honesty, safe community, and confronting un...
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