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The Crucible Project Podcast

The Crucible Project
The Crucible Project
Crucible Project
Christianity
Leadership
Vulnerability
Community Support
Personal Growth
Fatherhood
Mental Health
Integrity
Community
Divorce
Transformation
Emotional Intelligence
Christian Manhood
Parenting
Grace
Soul Work
Identity
Christian Leadership

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 y... more

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On this episode of The Crucible Project Podcast, host and pastor Andy Spell interviews Kenny Johnston about the painful effects of self-loathing and shame. Kenny shares how those struggles led him to feel worthless and invisible, and the conversation... more

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Podcaster Armando Batista is joined by Jonathan Moynihan, Pastor of Mosaic Christian Church in Maryland. Jonathan shares his journey that resulted in him doing the work and living differently.

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Andy Spell sits down with Brittany Duke for a vulnerable conversation about childhood trauma, mother wounds, and the path toward healing. Brittany shares how her early experiences shaped her life and how The Crucible Project has supported her as she ... more

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Dive into a heartfelt conversation with Chris Cooper and host, Andy Spell, as Chris delves into the life-changing weekend with the Crucible Project that unlocked his inner strength and reshaped his approach to leadership, faith, and authenticity.

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Chris Cooper
Chief Ministry Officer at a large church in Charlotte, North Carolina; leader with a background in business and mission work
The Crucible Project; Large church in Charlotte
Episode: Unlocking the Power Within: Chris Cooper's Transformational Journey
Aaron Bahn
Veteran, artist, and son of a pastor; participant in The Crucible Project
The Crucible Project
Episode: From Military to Mental Health: Aaron Bahn's Journey of Transformation
Douglas Carpenter
Author of Secret Shame; advocate on male sexual abuse recovery
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Episode: Breaking Chains: Unmasking Sexual Abuse and Shame with Dr. Doug Carpenter and host Andy Spell
Doug Carpenter
Author and psychologist focused on male sexual abuse and development
Independent author/clinician
Episode: The Hidden Pain: Breaking Shame and Trauma in Male Sexual Abuse — A Conversation with host Andy Spell and guest Dr. Doug Carpenter
Byron Myers
Men's Ministry Director at The Crucible Project
The Crucible Project
Episode: Real Christian Manhood: Uncovering the Hidden Struggles and True Leadership
Judson Poling
Weekend leader and later lead organizer for Crucible
The Crucible Project
Episode: The Reluctant Leader: Judson Poling's Journey
Neil Harbison
A husband, father of two, photographer, creative designer, and mental health peer advocate
Episode: Neil Harbison on Becoming Whole: The Power of Vulnerability, Fatherhood, and the Crucible Project
Roy Wooten
Executive Director of The Crucible Project and author
The Crucible Project
Episode: Real Christian Manhood: Why So Many Men Are Stuck—and the Courage It Takes to Break Free
Annette Maier
Licensed counselor, formerly an educator and principal, involved with The Crucible Project for personal and professional growth.
Episode: Annette Maier: The Retreat That Changed My Counseling Forever

Hosts

Andy Spell
Host of The Crucible Project Podcast; facilitates conversations on transformation and healing within a faith-based framework.
Roy Wooten
Executive Director of The Crucible Project; hosts and contributes to conversations on leadership, authenticity, and recovery.
Byron Myers
Men's Ministry Director; discusses authentic leadership, vulnerability, and program curricula.
Joy Dunning
Guest and host contributor focusing on emotional work, family, and community healing within The Crucible Project.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Good, Real world topics

    It is great to listen to real people overcoming real-life issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AParch
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wonderful organization, amazing work

    I can’t love this enough. This work offers sustainable transformation like nothing I’ve experienced before.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hoot-n-nany
    United States2 years ago
  • Meaningful, applicable content.

    Be the man or woman you want to be. And be encouraged, equipped and inspired by The Crucible Project podcast. Integrity, courage, grace, purpose, passion, power — just some of the core values you’ll hear about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John Michael Owen
    United States4 years ago

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Conversations balance faith, psychology, and leadership in a way that resonates with accountability and community.
Real stories of transformation and practical growth themes shine through.

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Unlocking the Power Within: Chris Cooper's Transformational Journey
Q: Is there anything that you would love to say to any men or women that are listening to this podcast today about why you believe a Crucible weekend might be beneficial for them?
He emphasizes that the weekend can catalyze transformational change for anyone, including urban communities, by uncovering hidden strengths, encouraging accountability, and fostering mission-driven leadership.
Unlocking the Power Within: Chris Cooper's Transformational Journey
Q: What was it about being able to tap into your power and your masculine soul to really believe that you did have something to offer?
He explains how humility, confronting insecurities, and a deep dive into his personal history helped him realize his leadership potential and shift toward service-oriented leadership grounded in empathy.
Unlocking the Power Within: Chris Cooper's Transformational Journey
Q: So when you went on the weekend, did you know what you wanted?
He initially aimed to work on his relationship with his wife but quickly realized the weekend would address deeper personal and leadership issues, leading to a profound pivot in his goals.
Unlocking the Power Within: Chris Cooper's Transformational Journey
Q: And Chris, if you would please tell us a little bit about yourself, about your family, what you do, and just give us a background of who you are.
Chris describes his background in Charlotte, his 30-year marriage, his daughter Kayla, and his journey from the business world into ministry, including his role as Chief Ministry Officer and his deep involvement with The Crucible Project.
Real Christian Manhood: Uncovering the Hidden Struggles and True Leadership
Q: If a leader wanted to reach out and get a coaching session with you, Byron, how do they do that?
They should contact The Crucible Project through the coaching page, which routes them to available coaches; there is a 30-minute free session to start and details about bios and fit are provided.

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This series centers on deep personal transformation through vulnerability, authentic leadership, and spiritual growth within a framework of radical honesty and community. Episodes frequently explore men's emotional development, leadership, trauma recovery, and relational health, often anchored in Christian practices and retreats. Guests bring professional expertise, lived experience, and practical frameworks for healing, accountability, and authentic connection, with recurring emphasis on community support, introspection, and applying inner work to everyday life. The format tends to be coaching-style conversations, blending personal stories with actionable tools and retreat-driven insights that listeners can apply to their own growth journe... more

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Recent guests on The Crucible Project Podcast include:

1. Chris Cooper
2. Aaron Bahn
3. Douglas Carpenter
4. Doug Carpenter
5. Byron Myers
6. Judson Poling
7. Neil Harbison
8. Roy Wooten

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