Pirate Monk Podcast

On the episode this week: Nate had a no pants meeting and Aaron pimps the new app. Also, you can come to new comer meetings, again.Nate and Aaron talk to Mike Vaughn. Mike is a counselor and works for Bethesda Workshops. Bethesda is a non profit in Nashville, TN that has intensives for sex, porn, and betrayal trauma. They are also working on a workshops for teens, both online and in person. Mike is sharing his knowledge and experience to help us understand highly sensitive people (HSP). It is estimated that over 20% of the world population are high sensing. Mike uses the acrostic DOES(S) to define HSP and how to support yourself or others. HSP is a temperament, not something to be corrected or healed. Mike also reminds us that the way to recover is to do the thing which you are most afraid to do, which is being connected to others in community.Links:Highly Sensitive Person TestBethesda  WorkshopsHigh SensingNEW Samson Community App (Apple store)NEW Samson Community App (Google Store)June 5-7, 2026 Italian/International Samson RetreatOct 23-25, 2026 U.S. Samson SummitSend mail to:Pirate Monk Podcast/Samson HousePO BOX 1656Columbia, TN 38402If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to [email protected] music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives 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 enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   hsperson.com Are You Highly Sensitive? – The Highly Sensitive Person Take this test and find out if you're a Highly Sensitive Person.   Bethesda Workshops Home - Bethesda Workshops Bethesda Workshops is a Christian based sex and pornography addiction treatment organization that has helped hundreds adults and teens overcome their struggles. Aug 8th, 2023 https://bethesdaworkshops.org/     App Store Samson Community App - App Store Download Samson Community by Samson House on the App Store. See screenshots, ratings and reviews, user tips, and more games like Samson Community. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/samson-community/id6749582016     play.google.com Samson Society - Apps on Google Play Brotherhood & recovery hub https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.samsonsociety&pcampaignid=web_share          

On the episode this week: Nate and Aaron give updates on the new video podcast on YouTube, Instagram, and the new Samson website. Nate and Aaron talk to Tim Stein. Tim is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in sex addiction, partner betrayal, and trauma treatment. Tim is a resident of Santa Rosa, California who is also a recovering sex addict himself. He is also a podcaster and author of the book: Finding the Way Through: A Workbook for Sex and Pornography Addiction. Tim’s book helps both the addict and their partner understand one another from day one through years of healing and sobriety. He helps couples have vulnerability and intimacy to support one another by being a safe person. Tim also suggests that the addict and the betrayed investigate their own stories as they pursue healing together, or separately.   Links:Book: Finding the Way Through: A Workbook for Sex and Pornography Addiction.Willow TreeAFAR - American Foundation for Addiction ResearchNEW Samson Community App (Apple store)NEW Samson Community App (Google Store)June 5-7, 2026 Italian/International Samson RetreatOct 23-25, 2026 U.S. Samson Summit   Send mail to:Pirate Monk Podcast/Samson HousePO BOX 1656Columbia, TN 38402 If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to [email protected] music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives 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 enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   Sex Addiction Recovery - Willow Tree Counseling - Santa Rosa Sex Addiction Recovery - Willow Tree Counseling - Sonoma, Marin, Napa County California 707-200-2332 - Sex Addiction out-patient program. Counseling services in the following North Bay Counties: Sonoma County, Marin County, Napa County, Healdsburg, Windsor, Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Petaluma, Novato, San Rafael. https://willowtreesantarosa.com/     American Foundation for Addiction Research American Foundation for Addiction Research - Addiction is the single greatest public health crisis facing our country. We are losing a whole generation to addiction…illegal and prescription drugs, alcohol, porn, sex, gambling and the internet. https://addictionresearch.com/     App Store Samson Community App - App Store Download Samson Community by Samson House on the App Store. See screenshots, ratings and reviews, user tips, and more games like Samson Community. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/samson-community/id6749582016     play.google.com Samson Society - Apps on Google Play Brotherhood & recovery hub https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.samsonsociety&pcampaignid=web_share                

On the episode this week: Nate is reeling and Aaron is back from DFW and thinking about carrying a bat. Aaron also uses his sports expertise to make comparisons between t-ball and recovery discipline. Nate talks about upcoming video podcasts. Nate and Aaron talk to Nick Stumbo. Nick shares Pure Desire’s ongoing move from Oregon to Nashville, paving the way for In-N-Out Burger to move to Nashville too. JK, these moves aren’t really connected, but both are in process. Nick discusses the updated statistics from a partnered study with Barna Group called Beyond The Porn Phenomenon. Some stats are up, others down, many surprises. Nick also guides us on how to translate the info as well as helpful resources. Links:Beyond the Porn Phenomenon StudyPure DesireNEW Samson Community App (Apple store)NEW Samson Community App (Google Store)June 5-7, 2026 Italian/International Samson RetreatOct 23-25, 2026 U.S. Samson SummitSend mail to:Pirate Monk PodcastPO BOX 1656Columbia, TN 38472If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to [email protected] music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives 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 enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   Pure Desire Ministries Pure Desire Ministries | Freedom & Healing A safe place to find hope and healing from compulsive sexual behavior. Christ-centered support groups, counseling, and resources for recovery. https://www.puredesire.org/beyond-porn-phenomenon     Pure Desire Ministries Pure Desire Ministries | Freedom & Healing A safe place to find hope and healing from compulsive sexual behavior. Christ-centered support groups, counseling, and resources for recovery. https://www.puredesire.org/     App Store Samson Community App - App Store Download Samson Community by Samson House on the App Store. See screenshots, ratings and reviews, user tips, and more games like Samson Community. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/samson-community/id6749582016     play.google.com Samson Society - Apps on Google Play Brotherhood & recovery hub https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.samsonsociety&pcampaignid=web_share                

This week, Nate and Aaron give tips and tricks for using the new app for local meetings and meetups. Aaron shares his distrust of AI blowing smoke up your @$$. Nate shares the slippery slope of AI affirmation and it compares to the Silas asking real tough questions.Nate and Aaron talk to returning guest Reese Crane. Reese shares updates on Be Broken 2.0, Gateway to Freedom 1.0 and the new 2.0. GTF 2.0 is designed to have a goal of helping men find peace, rest, and joy. Reese also shares about a new couples workshop designed to help each partner understand where the other came from, what their partner is feeling, and grow together intentionally. It also has a heavy focus on support for wives of left in the dust. Reese will be speaking at the Samson Italian/International retreat on June 7th, 2026. The link to the venue is: here. The theme will be: “looking at the source of your emotional pain”. The cost for the weekend including all meals and lodging is €220. If you would like to participate, please fill out the form here.Links:Be BrokenThe Silent AddictionReese Crane EmailNEW Samson Community App (Apple store)NEW Samson Community App (Google Store)2026 Samson SummitSend mail to:Pirate Monk PodcastPO BOX 1656Columbia, TN 38472If you have thoughts or questions and you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to [email protected].  The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com.  Support for the women in our lives 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 enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.        

On this episode: Aarons voice sounds a little deeper and more radio like. Wait just a minute, that’s Nate and Ken, not Aaron. Ken talks about the t-shirt that Jesus autographed. This week, Nate and Jordan Castill have a talk. Jordan is from College Station, TX. He is a husband, father and C-SAT counselor with a bunch of additional credentials. Jordan shares how he was first exposed to porn at age 10 and became addicted in college. His journey includes gay porn, gymnastics, male cheerleader, Texas football, and unfortunately multiple types of abuse. He helps men in sex addiction, couples counseling, disclosures, group counseling, working in-person and virtual sessions. Listen in as Jordan shares his story, experiences, and victory. Links:Castille CoachingEmail JordanNEW Samson Community App (Apple store)NEW Samson Community App (Google Store)2026 Samson Summit Send mail to:Pirate Monk PodcastPO BOX 1656Columbia, TN 38472If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to [email protected] music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society. For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives 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 enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   Castille Coaching Christian Porn Addiction Counselling Christian Porn and Sex Addiction Help | Castille Coaching Explore how you can break free from porn and sex addiction through effective Christian counseling. Book a free consultation today at CastilleCoaching.com.     App Store Samson Community App - App Store Download Samson Community by Samson House on the App Store. See screenshots, ratings and reviews, user tips, and more games like Samson Community. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/samson-community/id6749582016     play.google.com Samson Society - Apps on Google Play Brotherhood & recovery hub https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.samsonsociety&pcampaignid=web_share