PSR Podcast
Jonathan Daugherty
Pure Sex Radio (PSR) seeks to help men, women, and families move from sexual brokenness to wholeness in Christ. Host, Jonathan Daugherty, has been working in sexual integrity ministry for over 20 years and brings his expertise and personal experience into each episode. Stephen Cervantes, aka Dr. Marriage, has over 30 years of counseling experience and provides daily thoughts for married men at DoctorMarriage.org. If you have questions, comments, or a suggestion for a topic, email us at psr@bebroken.org or message us @puresexradio on X. Access video version on Vimeo.
Episodes
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May 12, 2020 • 33min
Understanding Therapeutic Disclosure
How can your marriage survive sexual betrayal (of any kind)? And how important and helpful is counseling to this process? In this episode, our guest Dan Drake will help us understand therapeutic disclosure; what it is, what its role is in the restoration process, and how to do it effectively. If you feel stuck in your marriage, this program might help you take next steps toward greater hope and healing.Learn more about resources for Therapeutic Disclosure at DisclosureHope.com.
May 5, 2020 • 33min
The Power of Community
The big question a porn addict must answer in order to recover is: Do you really want to be free and sober? In this episode, our special guest Carl Thomas shares his story of addiction and recovery -- and the power of community for actually living free from porn. Listen in to find hope and resources for total transformation.Learn more about Carl and his ministry at LiveFreeCommunity.org.
May 1, 2020 • 29min
A Dangerous Mix: Alcohol and Sex
A listener reached out to us to address how alcohol and sex combined can be detrimental to intimacy in marriage. Our guest, Mark Denison, will help us explore the dynamics and dangers of mixing this substance and behavior, and why recovery is necessary for relational health.
Apr 28, 2020 • 30min
Relationship Insights from a Marriage Counselor
There is a Proverb that says, "Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise." (13:20) Stephen Cervantes has been an excellent marriage counselor for over 30 years. He is wise in understanding dynamics of healthy and thriving relationships. In this episode, Stephen shares lots of insights to help couples grow and flourish in their relationship.Learn more about Stephen at HopeCounseling.com.
Apr 21, 2020 • 34min
About Recovery and Asian Culture Shame
How much does one's culture shape their sexuality? And how does that aid or hinder recovery from sexual addictions? Sam Louie is an Asian-American who knows personally how difficult it can be to break free from sexual shame and grow in wholeness and sobriety. In this episode, Sam shares his story and some insights for dealing with deep shame surrounding sexual brokenness.Learn more about Sam and his resources at SamLouieMFT.com or SamLouieSpeaks.com.
Apr 14, 2020 • 44min
Going Deeper: How Your Inner Child Impacts Your Sex Addiction
Do you struggle with answering the "why" question surrounding your sexually addictive behaviors? What is underneath these compulsive actions? In this episode, Eddie Capparruci helps us unpack what he describes as your "inner child" and how understanding who this is will unlock significant growth in your recovery. For more info on Eddie and his ministry, visit InnerChild-SexAddiction.com.
Apr 7, 2020 • 31min
The Harms of Negative Talking
Many of us don't pay much attention to how we talk. Especially if we have a "negative talk" template. In this episode, Jonathan and Stephen unpack this template to help you recognize if you talk in this unhealthy way -- and provide insights and tips for how to reduce or eliminate this kind of talking from your life. Learn how to talk WITH people instead of AT them.
Mar 31, 2020 • 29min
Gateway Insights #16
Since 2008 hundreds of men have experienced our Gateway to Freedom 3-day intensive workshop. Powerful transformation has occurred in many men's lives. Over the years, men have allowed us to share their insights with our podcast listeners. This episode gives you a peek into five men's journeys and the insights they are gaining. We hope it will encourage you to keep pressing on in your own pursuit of greater integrity. Learn more about Gateway to Freedom at GTF.Bebroken.com.
Mar 24, 2020 • 35min
Talking to Your Kids About Sex: What Works and What Doesn't
Parents, you are the most influential person in your child's life. This means there is no one who can guide and mold your child like you can. But there are wise ways to influence and foolish ways, especially when it comes to the topic of sex. In this episode, we have our Director of Training, John Fort, to help you navigate very practical conversations on this topic with your children. Discover what works and what doesn't. For even more help and practical guidance, get John's book Honest Talk at HonestTalk.Bebroken.com.
Mar 17, 2020 • 23min
Preparing for Your Wedding Night
Co-host: Stephen Cervantes (HopeCounseling.com)One of our soon-to-be-married listeners sent us a question on how he can be "ready" for the wedding night and honeymoon with his new bride. Jonathan and Stephen offer a number of insights and practical tips from decades of personal experience and ministry to hundreds of couples. We hope this helps not only yet-to-be-married listeners, but also "seasoned" couples who need a fresh spark in their intimacy.
