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How to Build a Men's Group That Actually Holds You Accountable
Description
What actually makes a men’s group work — and how do you build one that lasts? Tim sits down with Jason Lange for a practical conversation on accountability, shadow work, and building circles that go deep.
Books Mentioned: https://bookshop.org/lists/amp-15-how-to-build-a-men-s-group-that-actually-holds-you-accountable-recommended-reads
Tim Wienecke: https://americanmasculinity.start.page
Jason Lange: https://evolutionary.men/
Full show notes and links: yourwebsite.com/amp15
Episode Chapters
00:00 Cold Open — Why Men’s Groups Matter
02:00 Jason’s Story — How Men’s Groups Changed His Life
07:00 The Science of Male Bonding & Vasopressin
13:00 Shadow Work — Facing What’s Under the Surface
17:00 Why Commitment Makes (or Breaks) a Group
22:00 How to Start Your Own Group with Two Guys
27:00 Clearings — Handling Conflict Before It Breaks You
35:00 Leadership, Boundaries, and When to Step Out
46:00 What Men’s Groups Taught Us About Community
52:00 Final Reflections & The Challenge for Listeners
53:30 Cold Close — Which Man Will You Be?
The American Masculinity Podcast™ is hosted by Timothy Wienecke licensed psychotherapist, Air Force veteran, and men’s advocate.
Real conversations about masculinity, mental health, growth, and how men can show up better as partners, leaders, and friends.
We focus on grounded tools, not yelling or clichés. If you have questions or want a tool for something you're wrestling with, leave a comment or send a message, your feedback shapes what we build next.
Note: While this doesn’t replace therapy, it might help you notice something worth exploring.