Unhooked: Breaking Porn Addiction Podcast

Jeremy Lipkowitz
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Dec 15, 2025 • 14min

The Real Reason You’re Never Satisfied

🔹 Want to break free from porn? Join the waitlist of Unhooked Academy:https://www.unhookedacademy.com/In this episode of the Unhooked Podcast, host Jeremy explores why modern pleasures often leave us feeling empty and unsatisfied. Drawing on the ancient Greek myth of Tantalus and the Buddhist concept of the Hungry Ghost, he explains how craving and suffering are interconnected. He highlights the psychological and neurological underpinnings of desire and offers practical steps to break free from compulsive habits and cravings. He emphasizes understanding, awareness, and releasing the grasp of desire as paths to true fulfillment.🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.com/introConnect with Jeremy:🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.comJeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:35 The Ancient Myth of Tantalus03:49 The Realm of the Hungry Ghosts05:06 The Psychological and Spiritual Insights on Craving08:39 Practical Steps to Break Free from Craving11:45 Conclusion and Invitation to Unhooked Academy
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Dec 8, 2025 • 1h 1min

How to Restore Desire, Safety & Connection in Your Relationship, with Tantric Sex Coach Kirsten T & Host of The Naked Connection Podcast

🔹 Want to break free from porn? Join the waitlist of Unhooked Academy:https://www.unhookedacademy.com/In this episode of the Unhooked Podcast, host Jeremy is joined by Kirsten T, a therapist and tantric sex coach, to discuss the transformative power of intimacy, sex, and tantra. Kirsten shares her insights on how sexual confidence is a learned skill and provides practical steps for couples looking to reignite their passion and connection. The episode covers topics such as the importance of self-exploration, how to have difficult conversations about sex, and rebuilding trust in relationships affected by betrayal or addiction. Tune in to learn how to navigate the complexities of intimacy and create a fulfilling sex life with your partner.🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.com/introConnect with Jeremy:🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.comJeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/Connect with Kirsten T:🌍 Website: https://www.thenakedconnection.com/📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nakedconnection/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenakedconnection/🎙️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-connection-master-sex-dating-relationships/id1713413210https://open.spotify.com/show/3MlNASxb5mYDZGGQotnDtaTimestamps:00:00 Introduction 00:44 Meet Kirsten: Therapist and Tantric Sex Coach03:55 Kirsten's Personal Journey to Intimacy09:50 Understanding Tantra and Its Misconceptions17:02 The Importance of Training and Communication in Intimacy24:39 Rebuilding Intimacy in Relationships31:17 Opening Up Intimate Conversations33:13 Desire-Focused Questions36:53 Collaborative Solutions40:36 Navigating Betrayal and Rebuilding Trust46:34 Transforming Your Sex Life50:37 The Power of Choice and Change54:59 Final Thoughts and Resources
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Dec 1, 2025 • 13min

How to Be Honest, Even When It Scares You (The Hidden Trait Behind Every Successful Recovery)

🔹 Want to break free from porn? Join the Unhooked Academy now (Open only until December 8th!)https://www.unhookedacademy.com/In today's episode, we discuss the crucial role of honesty in recovery from addiction. Explore how hiding from yourself and others keeps you trapped in denial and isolation, which fuels addiction. Learn four core practices to build honesty: borrowing courage from other men, choosing safe spaces, regulating your body before speaking, and practicing honesty in small doses. The support is available through Unhooked Academy. Join us to understand how honest communication can transform your recovery journey.🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.com/introConnect with Jeremy:🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.comJeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:58 Facing the Fear of Being Honest01:39 The Cost of Hiding02:05 The Foundation of Recovery: Honesty02:29 Unhooked Academy Enrollment03:13 The Weight of Dishonesty06:58 Core Practices for Honesty12:00 Invitation to Practice Honesty12:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Nov 24, 2025 • 53min

The Recovery Mindset: How to Stop Needing Porn with Jake Kastleman, Host of the No More Desire Podcast

Jake Kastleman, a coach and founder of No More Desire, explores the distinction between sobriety and a fulfilling recovery lifestyle. He introduces his four pillars of healing—emotional, neurological, biological, and relational. Jake discusses overcoming perfectionism and social anxiety, highlighting the importance of emotional regulation in breaking free from porn. The duo also emphasizes earning dopamine through meaningful activities and tolerating discomfort for personal growth. Join them as they uncover the power of vulnerability and self-awareness in recovery.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 13min

The Psychology of Change: Fear, Desire & Breaking Porn Addiction | Jeremy Lipkowitz Interviewed by Jake Kastleman on the No More Desire Podcast

Jeremy Lipkowitz, an ICF-certified executive coach and founder of Unhooked Academy, dives into his transformative journey from genetics to mindfulness. He reveals how porn addiction relates to happiness and discusses the detrimental effects of toxic shame. Jeremy emphasizes the power of community and compassionate self-awareness in recovery. He connects unmet emotional needs to porn use, advocating for a shame-free environment where vulnerability fosters healing. Mindfulness practices and meditative techniques are highlighted as essential tools for breaking free from addiction.
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Nov 10, 2025 • 16min

7 Positive Changes that Men Experience When They Quit Watching Porn (Rebroadcast)

🔹 Want to break free from porn? Join the waitlist for Unhooked Academy now: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/Spots are limited, so act fast to secure yours.Most men have no idea what life without porn actually feels like.In this episode, Jeremy shares the 7 biggest positive changes men experience when they finally quit watching porn — from sharper focus and deeper emotional connection, to better sleep, stronger confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose.If you’ve been wondering what freedom really looks like, this episode will show you what’s possible on the other side of addiction.👉 Join Unhooked Academy group coaching program — link in bio.Connect with Jeremy:🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.comChapters:00:00 – Introduction02:55 – 1️⃣ Improved Physical Strength & Vitality04:50 – 2️⃣ Boost in Self-Esteem & Confidence06:05 – 3️⃣ Better Focus & Productivity08:00 – 4️⃣ Deeper Emotional Connection with Your Partner09:15 – 5️⃣ Increased Sexual Satisfaction & Real Attraction10:55 – 6️⃣ Improved Sleep & Overall Health12:00 – 7️⃣ Reconnecting with Purpose & Meaning14:15 – Final Thoughts 15:45 – Closing 
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Nov 3, 2025 • 15min

Copy This Exercise, It'll 10X your Motivation to Quit Porn For Good

What happens if you don’t change?Ready to reboot your life?Quit porn. Reclaim your energy. Live with integrity.Join Unhooked Academy today and begin your transformation.Spots are limited, so act fast to secure yours.👉 Join the Academy now: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/In this episode of Unhooked, we explore the Default Future Exercise to help you dramatically boost your motivation to quit porn for good. Learn why visualizing your default future—where your life heads if you don't make positive changes—is a powerful tool for gaining clarity, direction, and long-term freedom from harmful habits. Hear a poignant story from a member of the Unhooked Academy and discover common insights from others who have undertaken this exercise. Tune in to find out how this five-minute practice can transform your recovery journey.🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.com/introConnect with Jeremy:🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.comJeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Default Future Exercise01:13 Understanding the Default Future04:15 The Power of Fear and Desire in Motivation05:26 Real-Life Examples and Insights11:03 Common Reflections and Final Thoughts13:36 Conclusion and Community Invitation
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Oct 27, 2025 • 32min

17 Hooked Habits Keeping You Addicted (and How to Break Them)

Your habits are shaping your life and your recovery.Ready to reboot your life?Quit porn. Reclaim your energy. Live with integrity.Join Unhooked Academy today and begin your transformation.Spots are limited, so act fast to secure yours.👉 Join the Academy now: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/In this powerful episode, I break down the 17 “hooked habits” that keep men stuck in addiction and shares how to replace them with “unhooked habits” that lead to real freedom.Whether it’s using porn or screens to escape stress, hiding relapses, or relying on motivation without a system — these everyday patterns are what determine your long-term success.Learn how to build unshakable habits, take full ownership of your healing, and create a life that aligns with your highest self.🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.com/introConnect with Jeremy:🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.comJeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Unhooked Habits00:13 Understanding the Impact of Habits01:53 Identifying Hooked Habits01:58 Hooked Habit #1: Escaping Stress and Loneliness03:00 Hooked Habit #2: Phone Dependency04:03 Hooked Habit #3: Keeping Relapses a Secret04:36 Hooked Habit #4: Avoiding Emotions05:28 Hooked Habit #5: Procrastination05:57 Hooked Habit #6: Viewing Slipups as Failures06:44 Hooked Habit #7: Relying on Motivation07:48 Hooked Habit #8: Following Triggering Accounts08:42 Hooked Habit #9: Not Asking for Help09:26 Hooked Habit #10: Lack of Accountability11:17 Hooked Habit #11: Justifying Slips12:19 Hooked Habit #12: Avoiding Difficult Conversations13:18 Hooked Habit #13: Letting One Bad Day Spiral14:11 Hooked Habit #14: Blaming External Factors14:46 Hooked Habit #15: Focusing Only on Streaks16:29 Hooked Habit #16: Viewing Recovery as Deprivation17:35 Hooked Habit #17: Perfectionism18:42 Introduction to Unhooked Habits18:58 Unhooked Habit #1: Facing Emotions Directly19:29 Unhooked Habit #2: Keeping Phone Outside Bedroom20:11 Unhooked Habit #3: Sharing Slips Openly20:37 Unhooked Habit #4: Allowing Discomfort21:02 Unhooked Habit #5: Acting Now21:34 Unhooked Habit #6: Treating Slipups as Feedback22:08 Unhooked Habit #7: Building Systems and Routines23:10 Unhooked Habit #8: Unfollowing Triggers23:43 Unhooked Habit #9: Asking for Help24:21 Unhooked Habit #10: Real Accountability25:03 Unhooked Habit #11: No Excuses25:41 Unhooked Habit #12: Honest Conversations26:15 Unhooked Habit #13: Bouncing Back Fast27:21 Unhooked Habit #14: Extreme Ownership27:50 Unhooked Habit #15: Measuring Overall Growth28:12 Unhooked Habit #16: Seeing Recovery as Expansion28:49 Unhooked Habit #17: Focusing on Progress29:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts30:21 Closing Remarks
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Oct 20, 2025 • 12min

The System That Helps Men Quit Porn, Even When Motivation Fails – The Four Disciplines of Execution (4DX)

Ready to reboot your life?Quit porn. Reclaim your energy. Live with integrity.Join Unhooked Academy today and begin your transformation.Spots are limited, so act fast to secure yours.👉 Join the Academy now: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/In this episode of Unhooked, we dive deep into the Four Disciplines of Execution (4DX) framework and how it can be applied to ensure a successful recovery from porn addiction. Learn why motivation alone isn't enough and how having a structured system is key. Discover the four key disciplines: focusing on wildly important goals, acting on lead measures, keeping a compelling scoreboard, and creating a cadence of accountability. If you want to transform your recovery process, don't miss this comprehensive guide on making lasting changes. Also, get insights into the Unhooked Academy program and how it helps people like you achieve their recovery goals.🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.com/introConnect with Jeremy:🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.comJeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Recovery and Structure00:13 The Importance of Execution Over Motivation01:19 Understanding the Four Disciplines of Execution (4DX)02:23 Discipline 1: Focus on the Wildly Important Goal04:30 Discipline 2: Act on Lead Measures06:03 Discipline 3: Keep a Compelling Scoreboard07:30 Discipline 4: Create a Cadence of Accountability09:21 Summary and Final Thoughts10:23 Join Unhooked Academy11:05 Conclusion and Next Steps
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Oct 13, 2025 • 25min

How to Build a Life That Makes Porn Irrelevant: The Envisioning Exercise That Changes Everything (Rebroadcast)

Ready to reboot your life? Quit porn. Reclaim your energy. Live with integrity. Join Unhooked Academy today and begin your transformation.⏳ Don’t wait — this special offer ends soon! Enroll before Sunday, October 19th to get a free 1-on-1 coaching session with Jeremy. Spots are limited, so act fast to secure yours.👉 Join the Academy now: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/What if the key to breaking free from porn and bad habits isn’t more willpower but a powerful vision for your life?In this episode, I share how to create a compelling life vision that fuels your motivation and helps you let go of compulsive behaviors for good.You’ll discover:Why most people stay stuck in cycles of addiction and distractionHow to identify your “default future” if nothing changesA guided process for envisioning your “dream future”Practical ways to start living that vision todayThe #1 mindset shift that makes porn and bad habits lose their gripThis episode isn’t just about quitting porn, it’s about awakening to who you could become. 🌱If you’re ready to stop drifting and start designing a life of purpose, this one’s for you.🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.com/introConnect with Jeremy:🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.comJeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/Chapters:00:00 Introduction: Imagine Your Dream Life00:09 Special Offer for Podcast Listeners: Join Unhooked Academy today02:29 The Importance of Establishing a Vision04:27 Why Vision is Crucial for Breaking Free10:18 Steps to Envision Your Future17:49 Common Mistakes in Envisioning20:10 Implementing Your Vision Today23:55 Conclusion: Start Your Journey Now

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