Episodes
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
409 | Ray Ortlund | Starve the Beast
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
On this episode: Pablito and Rob host. Pablito shares man cave woes. Swifties and important sports snacks are also discussed.
Our Guest: Aaron interviews our guest, Ray Ortlund. Ray is a husband of over 50 years, father, grandfather, author, and minister. Discussing “Death of P0rn” and how it's like a modern-day fight against slavery. Ray encourages us to use strong words when describing p0rn usage, encouraged that Jesus is big enough to cover our sins. The importance of confessing sin one-to-another and then praying that we may be healed. Also the question: As we say "no" to one thing, what are we saying "yes" to?
Links:
Renewal Ministries
Book:
Death of P0rn: Men of Integrity Building a World of Nobility
Events:
Samson Society Recovery Marathon
2024 Samson Path Walk in England
2024 Samson Summit
Sponsor:
Life Works Counseling
If you have thoughts or questions that you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.
The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society and www.fiftysounds.com.
For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.
Support for the women who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.
The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To help support the vision, please consider a contribution to Samson House.
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
408 | Sheri Keffer | Intimate Deception
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
On this episode: Samson celebrates the 20th Anniversary of its first meeting! Nate, Aaron, and Erin host and interview this week. Erin updates us on the pillow fights at the Sarah Society (no really, its a therapeutic technique). She also discusses the meetings, members, summits and webinars of the Sarah Society.
Our Guest: This week we get to know Dr. Sheri Keffer. Dr. Sheri is an author, speaker, talk-show host, and therapist with over 20 years experience. She provides personal and professional expertise in helping the betrayed, betrayer, and the couple in relationship. As a CSAT, Dr. Sheri, understands and shares the impacts of p0rn0gr@phy on the individual, the spouse, the relationship, and others around. She also recommends the “Bravery After Betrayal Retreat” (held March 21-24, 2024) to women seeking healing.
Links:
Dr Sheri Keffer
Bravery After Betrayal Retreat
Book:
Intimate Deception: Healing the Wounds of Sexual Betrayal
Events:
2024 Samson Summit
Sponsor:
Life Works Counseling
If you have thoughts or questions that you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.
The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society and www.fiftysounds.com.
For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.
Support for the women who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.
The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To help support the vision, please consider a contribution to Samson House.
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
407 | Greg Oliver | Sober Is More Than Behavior
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
On this episode: Nate and Aaron are back. Aaron drives 75 hours and has technology challenges. Nate and Aaron discuss anxiety and panic attacks.
Our Guest: Aaron interviews Greg Oliver after a 9-year break. Greg is executive director at Awaken, a 12-step recovery group in Birmingham Alabama. He shares his background and story of what brought him into his personal recovery and the need for recovery groups in his area. Greg and Aaron discuss disappointment in someone and disappointment for someone. We are encouraged to look into “what we really want” when we are seeking to escape, and will the escape satisfy that desire. Greg discusses trauma and how we all have it. He also shares how changing our beliefs changes behavior and not the other way around.
Links:
Awaken
Book:
Deeper: Real Change for Real Sinners by Dane C. Ortlund
Sponsor:
Life Works Counseling
Retreat Links:
2024 Samson Summit
If you have thoughts or questions that you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.
The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society and www.fiftysounds.com.
For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.
Support for the women who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.
The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To help support the vision, please consider a contribution to Samson House.
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
406 | Brant Hansen | Healing the World
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
On this episode: Pablito and Rob host. Pablito has a birthday and experiences connection.
Our Guest: Aaron interviews our guest, Brant Hansen. Brant is an emcee, radio show host, author, hero, and philanthropist. He encourages removing the makeup from Jesus. Brant shares many stories of blessings, cures, love, and miracles. Debating the gift and blessings of time and financial contributions as he works with Cure to heal and equip the world.
Links:
Cure
Brant Hansen
Book:
Brant on Amazon
Sponsor:
Life Works Counseling
If you have thoughts or questions that you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.
The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society and www.fiftysounds.com.
For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.
Support for the women who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.
The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To help support the vision, please consider a contribution to Samson House.
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
405 | Chuck Degroat | Understanding Narcissism
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
On this episode: Pablito and Rob bumper. Nate and Aaron may be striking or joining SAG. Pablito considers mug shots.
Our Guest: Nate and Aaron interview our guest, Chuck Degroat. His experience includes: Professor of pastoral care and Christian Spirituality and Executive Director of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Western Theological Seminary in Holland Michigan, author, pastor, therapist, spiritual director, husband, and father. Narcissism expert Chuck teaches us about the differences between narcissist behavior and narcissistic personality disorder. He explains the nine faces of narcissism. Understanding how narcissism can be a way of coping with pain. Chuck also briefs us on the history of narcissism in the church and ways to heal and recover.
Links:
Chuck Degroat
Book:
When Narcissism Comes to Church: Healing Your Community From Emotional and Spiritual Abuse
Sponsor:
Life Works Counseling
If you have thoughts or questions that you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.
The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society and www.fiftysounds.com.
For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.
Support for the women who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.
The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To help support the vision, please consider a contribution to Samson House.
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
404 | George Wehby | Misguided Children Seeking Approval
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
On this episode: Pablito (Paul) and Rob share holiday memories, hope, and gratitude.
Our Guest: Aaron Interviews our guest, George Wehby. Alabama born and raised, George has an impressive resume: Marine, police officer, air marshal, Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, business owner, tv show host, and tactical firearms instructor. He was basically a guy trying to find himself in stereotypical masculinity and earn his dad’s approval. George discusses the Man on Purpose Blueprint, a course that is designed both for those who are and who are not stereotypically “manly.” The course that helps you find purpose in personal, relational, and territorial parts of life.
Links:
Man on Purpose
Brother Bryan Mission
Books:
Shogun by James Clavell
Wild at Heart by John Eldredge
Sponsor:
Life Works Counseling
If you have thoughts or questions that you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.
The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society and www.fiftysounds.com.
For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.
Support for the women who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.
The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To help support the vision, please consider a contribution to Samson House.
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
403 | Roy Wooten | Honesty, Healing, and Community in the Present
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
On this episode: Nate goes to a s#xy place. Nate and Aaron talk about the purity culture, damaged goods and integrity in the journey.
Our Guest: Roy Wooten is the executive director of The Crucible Project, pastor, minister, coach, and counselor. He shares how his adolescence and family mental health challenges have shaped his desire to help others in his career and ministry. Roy discusses athletics and his connection to the movie “Friday Night Lights.” His journey of wholeness and healing with the Crucible Project Christians retreat and how he leads and serves other men on their journeys through the same retreat. Roy invites us on our journey of authenticity, confession, healing, community, growth, and honesty in the present.
Links:
The Crucible Project
Dr. Juli Slattery: Authentic Intimacy
Sponsor:
Chris Inman - Porn Free Masculinity
If you have thoughts or questions that you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.
The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society and www.fiftysounds.com.
For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.
Support for the women who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.
The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To help support the vision, please consider a contribution to Samson House.
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
402 | Hilarie Cash | Understanding Technology Influences
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
On this episode: Nate and Aaron keep you a-bosom of Harbor House renovations.
Our Guest: Dr. Hilarie Cash. Her experience includes: co-founder and chief clinical officer at ReStart Life, CSAT, author, internet rehab therapist, educator, and mother. Discussions include how the internet has changed over time to become more addictive, augmented reality and virtual reality, and the right vs. privilege of use. How screens override our natural tendencies of hunger and the need for restroom breaks. Dr. Hillarie also shares with us the down sides to internet/smartphone/computer usage too early in a child’s life. Resources to prevent or reverse the effects of internet related addictions and begin healthy interaction.
Links:
Net Addiction Recovery
reSTART Life
Books:
Facing Internet Technology & Gaming Addiction: A Gentle Path to Beginning Recovery from Internet and Video Game Addiction
Video Games & Your Kids: How Parents Stay in Control
iGen: The 10 Trends Shaping Today’s Young People - and the Nation
Reset Your Child’s Brain
Sponsor:
Life Works Counseling
If you have thoughts or questions that you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.
The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society and www.fiftysounds.com.
For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.
Support for the women who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.
The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To help support the vision, please consider a contribution to Samson House.
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
401 | Mark Mayfield | The Connection Between Mind, Body, and Spirit
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
IMPORTANT: In the original version of this episode, when our guest was discussing his suicide attempt, he stated that someone couldn't die from an overdose of Tylenol. This is inaccurate, so we removed this statement. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out to the National Suicide Hotline by dialing 988.
On this episode: hosted by Aaron and Tom (T.C.) Ryan. Aaron gets a heater, and Tom feels useful. Tom also discusses Living Integrated, which includes free resources and a 14-day intensive.
Our Guest: Dr. Mark Mayfield. Mark is a leadership coach, counselor, professor, author, and speaker. In this episode, we get a deeper understanding of the meanings and differences between emotions and feelings. Discussing the difficult topic of suicide. The connection between mind, body, and spirit as a reflection of the Trinity. The fascinating connection between the brain and illness. Tips on working through anxiety. Consider what you are feeling instead of what you are thinking in difficult situations.
Links:
Dr. Mark Mayfield
Books:
The Path to Wholeness: Managing Emotions, Finding Healing, & Becoming Our Best Selves
The Path Out of Loneliness: Finding and Fostering Connection to God, & One Another
Sponsor:
Life Works Counseling
If you have thoughts or questions that you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.
The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society and www.fiftysounds.com.
For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.
Support for the women who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.
The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To help support the vision, please consider a contribution to Samson House.
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
399 | Sam Serio | Putting People Above Beliefs and Ideology
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
On this episode: Pablito and Rob discuss burritos, other California food, and real estate.
Our Guest: Nate Interviews our guest Sam Serio. Sam is a preacher, counselor, author, and speaker. In this episode, Sam discusses his book: Sensitive Preaching to the Sexual Hurting. He shares how he learned from his own failures. He teaches how to be invitational instead of condemnational. Sam advocates ministering to people instead of talking about topics.
Links:
Healing Sexual Hurt
Sam’s email
Book:
Sensitive Preaching to the Sexual Hurting
Sponsor:
Life Works Counseling
If you have thoughts or questions that you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.
The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society and www.fiftysounds.com.
For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.
Support for the women who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.
The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To help support the vision, please consider a contribution to Samson House.