Episode 169- Gentleman and Catholic with John Heinen
Jim is joined by John Heinen, founder of the Catholic Gentleman, to discuss why it’s so important for men to have plans and guides for dealing with the trials and ruptures we face. In this wide raging conversation, we learn about spiritual combat, self-mastery and right relationships with God and others. Learn more about the […]
Episode 168- Temporal Tips with Fr. Allen Hoffa
Jim is joined by Fr. Allen Hoffa to discuss some practical tips for recovery from porn addiction. Hint you generally can’t just pray it away. Listen as they discuss: There is no one silver bullet to healing You need practical changes in addition to spiritual support Make a daily examen part of your routine
Episode 167- The Mental Effect [Rebroadcast]
With over 85 studies outlining the harmful mental effects of pornography, we should be far more hesitant to expose ourselves to it, yet the numbers are growing. In this episode Jim discusses the real world responses our brain has to habitual pornography usage. Listen in as Jim explains: There are physical, emotional and neurological effects […]
Episode 166- Porn and the Doctors
In this episode, Jim highlights some recent conversations with three doctors about the realities of porn addiction and what they have learned… Even if you are not struggling, you know and love someone who is Pornhub recorded over 42 billion visits last year – that should tell you the scope of pornography use The human […]
Episode 165- Spiritual Realities with Fr. Vincent Druding
Jim is joined by Fr. Vincent Druding of the Archdiocese of New York on this week’s podcast. Together they outline the realities of spiritual attacks, especially concerning pornography and why we should have great hope, because we know who wins. Father Druding has a specific call to help our Church in the area of purity. […]
Episode 164- Pornhub Blocks Utah
In this episode, Jim talks about age verification legislation for adult content sites and how the explicit content producers are kicking and screaming. Utah, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Virginia have passed legislation – can your state be next to protect our children? Age verification is a well-utilized tool to protect minors from any manner of potential […]
Episode 162- Why is Porn so Appealing? With Fr. Sean Byrnes
In this episode, Jim talks with Fr. Sean Byrnes about the draw of pornography even though we as Christians know it’s objectively not good. They discuss the reasons, the triggers, and the desire for a ” savior” in the tough moments of life. In a broad sense, most people understand that porn is a poor […]
Episode 161 – Art or Smut with Fr. Mark Haydu
When is the line crossed between art and pornography? In this episode, Jim is joined by Fr. Mark Haydu, LC, former International Director of the Patrons of the Arts for the Vatican Museums. They will discuss how we can differentiate the two and then teach our kids how to recognize the imposters. The intent of […]
Episode 160 – No Regrets with Dr. Allan Hunt Pt. 2 of 2
Jim is joined once again by Dr. Allen Hunt, # 1 best selling author, to discuss what he has learned about porn, crisis and marital relationships in research for his books: No Regrets, 21 Undeniable Secrets of Marriage and Everybody Needs to Forgive Somebody. Learn more at fourthquarterguy.com Tune in and listen to Jim and […]
Episode 159 – No Regrets with Dr. Allan Hunt Pt. 1 of 2
This week on the podcast, Jim is joined by Dr. Allan Hunt, #1 best-selling author and creator of the 4th Quarter Guy program. Allan and Jim discuss what Dr. Hunt has learned over 40 years in ministry, regarding porn and sexual addiction for individuals. Learn more about these resources at fourthquarterguy.com. 1. Porn is a […]
Jim is joined by John Heinen, founder of the Catholic Gentleman, to discuss why it’s so important for men to have plans and guides for dealing with the trials and ruptures we face. In this wide raging conversation, we learn about spiritual combat, self-mastery and right relationships with God and others. Learn more about the exciting new program Catholic Gentlemen + where you will find monthly videos, challenges, prayers, discussions, and more as your ongoing guide.
Tune in this week as Jim and John discuss:
- We need to heal disunity between hearts and minds
- Porn addiction brings countless lives to ruin everyday
- We have allowed ourselves to become slaves to passions
Jim is joined by Fr. Allen Hoffa to discuss some practical tips for recovery from porn addiction. Hint you generally can’t just pray it away. Listen as they discuss:
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- There is no one silver bullet to healing
- You need practical changes in addition to spiritual support
- Make a daily examen part of your routine
With over 85 studies outlining the harmful mental effects of pornography, we should be far more hesitant to expose ourselves to it, yet the numbers are growing. In this episode Jim discusses the real world responses our brain has to habitual pornography usage.
Listen in as Jim explains:
- There are physical, emotional and neurological effects of porn use
- Relationships and behavior can be negatively impacted by porn
- The brain needs to reboot and rewire to heal
In this episode, Jim highlights some recent conversations with three doctors about the realities of porn addiction and what they have learned…
- Even if you are not struggling, you know and love someone who is
- Pornhub recorded over 42 billion visits last year – that should tell you the scope of pornography use
- The human brain has neuroplasticity and can heal from addiction
Jim is joined by Fr. Vincent Druding of the Archdiocese of New York on this week’s podcast. Together they outline the realities of spiritual attacks, especially concerning pornography and why we should have great hope, because we know who wins. Father Druding has a specific call to help our Church in the area of purity. He is a trained exorcist and leads a deliverance and liberation ministry.
- Practice immediate dismissal – “Jesus, I know this thought is not of You.”
- Use your baptismal authority to battle this addiction
- Have a little ” swagger” in Christ – do not be afraid
In this episode, Jim talks about age verification legislation for adult content sites and how the explicit content producers are kicking and screaming. Utah, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Virginia have passed legislation – can your state be next to protect our children?
- Age verification is a well-utilized tool to protect minors from any manner of potential harm such as tobacco use, alcohol consumption, and driving age. Why should porn be exempt?
- Our legislators have a responsibility to enforce a rarely utilized child protection act to keep porn exposure to those under the age of 18.
- Porn use is increasingly common amongst our youth. Age verification in addition to open dialogue with parents is a useful tool in protection
In this episode, Jim talks with Fr. Sean Byrnes about the draw of pornography even though we as Christians know it’s objectively not good. They discuss the reasons, the triggers, and the desire for a ” savior” in the tough moments of life.
- In a broad sense, most people understand that porn is a poor use of time
- We look for deliverance from the difficult moments
- There is NEVER a point where God doesn’t love us
When is the line crossed between art and pornography? In this episode, Jim is joined by Fr. Mark Haydu, LC, former International Director of the Patrons of the Arts for the Vatican Museums. They will discuss how we can differentiate the two and then teach our kids how to recognize the imposters.
- The intent of the art is a critical question
- We need to teach our kids to go from “the surface” to “the depth” to recognize what is counterfeit
- Education and reflection is an important part of not letting sin warp the true beauty which God intends
Jim is joined once again by Dr. Allen Hunt, # 1 best selling author, to discuss what he has learned about porn, crisis and marital relationships in research for his books: No Regrets, 21 Undeniable Secrets of Marriage and Everybody Needs to Forgive Somebody. Learn more at fourthquarterguy.com
Tune in and listen to Jim and Dr. Hunt discuss the following:
- Everybody needs to forgive somebody but it’s often not a one-time act
- For every negative interaction in our marriage we need five positive interactions to build the “relationship bank”
- Begin to dream together as a couple and communicate those dreams to each other
This week on the podcast, Jim is joined by Dr. Allan Hunt, #1 best-selling author and creator of the 4th Quarter Guy program. Allan and Jim discuss what Dr. Hunt has learned over 40 years in ministry, regarding porn and sexual addiction for individuals. Learn more about these resources at fourthquarterguy.com.
1. Porn is a lie…it gets you all revved up with nowhere to go
2. When you lose “control” it spills over into every area of your life
3. It is hard work to change habits but it’s worth it