

Man Within Podcast
Sathiya Sam
Ready to experience a life of confidence, success, and integrity? The Man Within Podcast is the world’s #1 podcast for helping men achieve their fullest potential. We provide principles, tools, and practical insights to help professional men unlock their potential and develop a bulletproof inner life. If you want thriving relationships, a strong connection with God, and freedom from personal struggles, this podcast is for you.
I am Sathiya Sam, your host, a world-renowned coach, international speaker, and author. I specialize in helping professional men achieve long-term success and freedom. My signature program, DeepClean™, has helped athletes, doctors, pastors, executives, and entrepreneurs overcome personal challenges by resolving the root issues.
Join us on The Man Within Podcast to explore new topics, gain valuable insights, and become the best version of yourself.
I am Sathiya Sam, your host, a world-renowned coach, international speaker, and author. I specialize in helping professional men achieve long-term success and freedom. My signature program, DeepClean™, has helped athletes, doctors, pastors, executives, and entrepreneurs overcome personal challenges by resolving the root issues.
Join us on The Man Within Podcast to explore new topics, gain valuable insights, and become the best version of yourself.
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Jun 26, 2025 • 21min
962 - How Porn Damages Your Brain
In this conversation, Sathiya explores the profound effects of pornography on the brain, detailing how it alters brain function and behavior. He discusses the neuroscience behind addiction, including decreased stress response, reduced prefrontal cortex activity, sensitization, and desensitization. Sathiya emphasizes the importance of understanding these effects to facilitate recovery and offers strategies for rewiring the brain, including eliminating stimulation and engaging in active recovery practices.
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00:00 Understanding the Impact of Pornography on the Brain
14:01 Rewiring the Brain: Steps to Recovery

Jun 25, 2025 • 11min
961 - Q&A: How Do I Get Past My Core Lies?
In this episode of the Man Within Podcast, Sathiya addresses a listener's question about overcoming insecurities, particularly the fear of not being in control and the desire for security. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability in healing and suggests focusing on one core issue at a time. Sathiya shares personal anecdotes and insights on building self-security through confronting challenges and the significance of inner child work in understanding the roots of insecurity. He encourages listeners to embrace their journey of self-discovery and growth.
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(00:00) Introduction to Listener Questions
(00:56) Overcoming Insecurities: The Journey Begins
(08:31) Inner Child Work: Understanding the Roots of Insecurity

Jun 24, 2025 • 12min
960 - 4 Research-Backed Signs You're Addicted To Porn
In this conversation, Sathiya discusses the four indicative features of problematic pornography use: tolerance, pornographic binges, tab jumping, and edging behaviors. He explains how these behaviors manifest and their implications for individuals struggling with pornography addiction. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing these signs and taking proactive steps towards recovery.
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00:00 Understanding Problematic Pornography Use
07:24 Recognizing Signs and Taking Action

Jun 22, 2025 • 1h 1min
959 - Christine Jewell: Balancing Success and Marriage
In this conversation, Sathiya and Christine delve into the challenges faced by high-performing individuals in their marriages, particularly the phenomenon known as 'roommate syndrome.' They explore the tension between career success and marital intimacy, emphasizing the importance of intentionality and clarity in relationships. The discussion highlights the purpose of marriage beyond companionship, advocating for a proactive approach to nurturing relationships. Practical strategies for maintaining connection and communication are shared, along with insights on reviving marriages through heart healing and faith.
Christine and Sathiya delve into the complexities of navigating chaos and addiction, particularly in the lives of high performers. They explore the importance of understanding one's gifts and talents, creating from a place of health, and the critical process of rebuilding trust in relationships. The discussion culminates in the significance of internal freedom and the power of decision-making in achieving a fulfilling life.
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00:00 Understanding Roommate Syndrome
02:57 The Tension Between Work and Marriage
05:58 Proactive vs. Reactive Approaches to Marriage
08:45 The Purpose of Marriage
12:01 Intentionality in Relationships
14:52 Creating a Rhythm in Marriage
17:56 The Impact of Clarity on Relationships
21:00 Reviving Marriages and Heart Healing
29:22 Navigating Chaos and Addiction
32:31 The Gifts and Talents of High Performers
36:51 Creating from a Place of Health41:51 Rebuilding Trust in Relationships
54:44 Finding Internal Freedom

Jun 19, 2025 • 20min
958 - How to Talk to Your Partner About Porn Addiction
In this conversation, Sathiya discusses the challenging yet crucial topic of confessing a porn addiction to a partner. He emphasizes the importance of honesty and the potential consequences of secrecy. The discussion outlines the process of disclosure, highlighting that it should be an ongoing conversation rather than a one-time event. Sathiya provides practical advice on how to approach the conversation, including being direct, allowing space for the partner's reaction, and maintaining empathy throughout the process. He stresses the need for mutual knowledge in a healthy relationship and encourages individuals to seek professional help for effective communication and recovery.
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00:00 Navigating the Confession of Porn Addiction
06:40 The Process of Disclosure
18:29 Ongoing Conversations and Future Steps

Jun 18, 2025 • 9min
957 - How You Quit Is How You Slip
In this episode, Sathiya Sam discusses the concept of quitting and how the manner in which one quits can influence their recovery journey. He emphasizes the difference between a cold turkey approach and a gradual change, highlighting that those who quit hard often experience harder relapses. The conversation explores the importance of understanding slips in recovery and how a more gradual approach can lead to easier recoveries. Sathiya shares personal insights and encourages listeners to consider their quitting strategies to foster better outcomes in their recovery journeys.
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00:00 Introduction to the Concept of Quitting
01:28 Understanding Success and Failure in Recovery
03:55 The Cold Turkey Approach vs. Gradual Change
06:16 The Impact of Slips on Recovery
08:12 Conclusion and Key Takeaways

Jun 17, 2025 • 10min
956 - Brain Wars: The Left & Right Brain Battle For Porn
In this episode, Sathiya discusses the interplay between the left and right brain in the context of pornography recovery. He emphasizes the importance of understanding both logical and emotional aspects of decision-making, particularly in relation to addiction and recovery.
The conversation highlights the need for solutions that address deeper emotional needs rather than just logical fixes, advocating for a more holistic approach to recovery that includes building self-awareness, healing from trauma, and fostering meaningful connections.
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00:00 Understanding Brain Wars and Pornography Recovery
02:55 The Left Brain: Logic and Consumer Behavior
05:54 The Right Brain: Emotion and Connection in Recovery

Jun 15, 2025 • 49min
955 - Jonah Wiley: The Bible Teacher's Journey
In this conversation, Jonah discusses the evolution of their role as a Bible teacher and influencer on social media, particularly TikTok. He shares his journey from traditional teaching to engaging with a digital audience, emphasizing the importance of addressing the challenges faced by Gen Z, including loneliness and mental health issues. Jonah advocates for the church's involvement in social media to provide guidance and support, highlighting the need for authentic discipleship in an online context. He also explores the unique characteristics of Gen Z and the potential for reaching this generation through digital platforms.
In this conversation, Sathiya and jonah explore the generational divide between Millennials and Gen Z in the context of faith, spirituality, and the challenges posed by misinformation and social media. They discuss how Gen Z seeks authenticity and connection in their faith journey, often feeling disillusioned by traditional practices. The conversation also delves into the rise of witchcraft and New Age practices among young people, highlighting the need for the church to engage with these issues. Ultimately, the speakers emphasize the importance of connection and healing for Gen Z, advocating for a more intentional approach to discipleship and community building.
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00:00 Introduction and Background of the Bible Teacher
02:51 The Role of Social Media in Modern Ministry
05:51 Building Community in the Digital Age
09:04 Addressing Mental Health and Vulnerability
11:55 Discipleship in an Online Context
14:57 The Challenges of Modern Discipleship
17:53 The Unique Needs of Gen Z
20:52 The Harvest is Ready: Reaching Gen Z
24:38 The Heart of Faith: Bridging Generational Gaps
27:53 Navigating the Digital Minefield: Gen Z's Struggles with Misinformation
32:26 Witchcraft and Spiritual Curiosity: The New Age Dilemma
40:27 Connection as the Solution: Healing Gen Z's Wounds

Jun 14, 2025 • 12min
954 - Integrity Secret 7 - Imperfect Action
In this episode of the Man Within Podcast, Sathiya Sam wraps up the Integrity Secrets series with a focus on the concept of imperfect action. He emphasizes the importance of taking action, even if it's not perfect, to avoid the pitfalls of procrastination and perfectionism. Sathiya shares insights on fatherhood, the impact fathers have on their children, and encourages listeners to pursue recovery and integrity in their lives. He also introduces the Deep Clean Inner Circle program as a resource for those seeking to improve their lives and relationships.
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00:00 Introduction to Integrity Secrets
02:53 The Importance of Imperfect Action
05:50 The Dangers of Perfectionism
09:07 Call to Action for Fathers

Jun 12, 2025 • 13min
953 - Integrity Secret 6 - Heal Your Inner Child
In this episode of the Man Within Podcast, Sathiya discusses the importance of inner child work as a means of emotional healing and trauma recovery. He outlines a four-step process for healing the inner child, emphasizing the significance of locating, learning about, leading, and inviting Jesus into the healing process. The conversation also highlights the importance of tracking progress in personal development and the resources available through the Deep Clean Inner Circle program.
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00:00 Introduction to the Integrity Secret Series
01:27 The Importance of Tracking Progress
02:52 Understanding Inner Child Work
06:38 Four Steps to Healing the Inner Child
10:30 The Power of Inner Child Work in Healing Trauma