The Brad Jensen Show

EP722 - Why Porn Is Destroying More Lives Than You Think

Nov 21, 2025
Craig Smith, a licensed clinical therapist specializing in pornography and sex-related addictions, brings vital insights to the discussion. They explore the hidden dangers of pornography, emphasizing its impact on mental health, intimacy, and self-worth. Craig explains the neurobiological hooks that contribute to addiction, while Brad shares a personal experience that shaped his views on the industry. They highlight the urgency of addressing root causes, the addictive cycle, and the importance of honesty and support for recovery.
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INSIGHT

Accessibility Makes Porn Especially Dangerous

  • Brad and Craig compare porn's immediate reward to drugs; its instant relief is powerful and easy to access.
  • That accessibility makes porn a uniquely pervasive and destructive coping tool.
ANECDOTE

Disturbing Porn Shoot Experience

  • Brad Jensen described refusing to work security for a pornography shoot after feeling a deep, sickening darkness in the production room.
  • The experience cemented his decision to avoid pornography and left him with lasting chills about the industry's environment.
INSIGHT

Porn Is About Neurobiology, Not Sex

  • Craig Smith: pornography is less about sex and more about altering nervous-system state to relieve anxiety, loneliness, and shame.
  • The industry uses production and research to trigger neurobiology and keep viewers hooked.
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