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A Time to Sharpen

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by Axel Liimatta & Brandon Maxwell

5.0(20 reviews)
79 episodes
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A bi-weekly podcast that examines how working with teenagers can make us better versions of ourselves: better teachers, better counselors, better parents…better people. Join two of Whetstone Boys Ranch's co-founders, Axel Liimatta and Brandon Maxwell, as they discuss what twenty years of serving struggling teenagers and their families has taught them about how to address the most challenging of behaviors. You'll find answers without dogma, encouragement without false hope, and sharpening without shame.

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Publishing Since

3/9/2022

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Recent Episodes

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June 9, 2026

Guy Talk

<p>Men talk different.</p><p>Ask a guy, “How are you feeling?” and suddenly he needs to check the oil in the truck truck, sharpen his knife, or discuss brisket temperatures.</p><p>But put him in a canoe, around a fire, or shoulder-to-shoulder doing something, and somehow the truth starts leaking out.</p><p>Usually between stories, jokes… and the occasional campfire fart.</p><p>Because most men know we oughta talk about hard things.</p><p>It matters.</p><p>It just doesn’t always come naturally.</p><p>Join us this week on A Time to Sharpen, as we discuss Men’s Weekend at Whetstone, along with a new coaching program designed to help guys to use their words long enough for something real to happen.</p><p><br /></p>

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May 12, 2026

Clean Machine

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April 28, 2026

FAQ'S Part 4

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What is A Time to Sharpen?

A bi-weekly podcast that examines how working with teenagers can make us better versions of ourselves: better teachers, better counselors, better parents…better people.

Join two of Whetstone Boys Ranch's co-founders, Axel Liimatta and Brandon Maxwell, as they discuss what twenty years of serving struggling teenagers and their families has taught them about how to address the most challenging of behaviors. You'll find answers without dogma, encouragement without false hope, and sharpening without shame.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates weekly.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

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