

Man Within Podcast
Sathiya Sam
The Man Within Podcast is a faith-based show helping Christian men overcome their greatest battles—whether it’s breaking free from pornography, building stronger relationships, or discovering purpose.
Hosted by Sathiya Sam—coach, speaker, author, and founder of DeepClean™ Coaching—the podcast equips men with biblical truth, practical tools, and powerful testimonies to walk in confidence, integrity, and freedom.
With nearly 1 million downloads and past guests such as Dr. John Deloney, John Eldredge, Jon Gordon, Dr. Robert Glover, Ryan Miller, Colby Maier, Joshua Broome, Dr. Josh Axe, Jason Vallotton, Connor Beaton, Dr. Trish Leigh, Mike Signorelli, The Man Within Podcast has become one of the leading voices for men seeking lasting transformation.
If you’re tired of surface-level fixes and ready to grow, this podcast will challenge, inspire, and equip you to become the man God created you to be.
Hosted by Sathiya Sam—coach, speaker, author, and founder of DeepClean™ Coaching—the podcast equips men with biblical truth, practical tools, and powerful testimonies to walk in confidence, integrity, and freedom.
With nearly 1 million downloads and past guests such as Dr. John Deloney, John Eldredge, Jon Gordon, Dr. Robert Glover, Ryan Miller, Colby Maier, Joshua Broome, Dr. Josh Axe, Jason Vallotton, Connor Beaton, Dr. Trish Leigh, Mike Signorelli, The Man Within Podcast has become one of the leading voices for men seeking lasting transformation.
If you’re tired of surface-level fixes and ready to grow, this podcast will challenge, inspire, and equip you to become the man God created you to be.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 14min
693 - 4 Recovery Hacks That No One's Talking About
Sathiya Sam introduces four unique recovery hacks, including Trigger Diggers, a method to identify root issues by exploring triggers; Mirror Therapy, emphasizing the power of speaking affirmations while looking into one's eyes; utilizing Love Languages as a self-care tool by understanding one's preferences; and having a Spotter, an accountability partner who plays a minimal yet supportive role in the recovery journey.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 12min
692 - Is A Sxless Marriage A Good Enough Reason To Watch Prn
Sathiya Sam discusses whether a sexless marriage justifies watching porn, emphasizing that no circumstances justify it and advising those in such situations to focus on building emotional connections and serving their partners to restore intimacy.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 14min
691 - How A Hypocritical Pastor Became Porn Addiction Advocate
Sathiya Sam expresses gratitude to listeners and shares his personal journey from a hypocritical pastor struggling with porn addiction to becoming an advocate for recovery. After years of attempting behavioral modifications, he embarked on a transformative journey addressing heart-level issues, trauma, and self-awareness, leading to his liberation from addiction.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 52min
690 - Tim Ferrara on Healing From Local Church Hurt, Why Men Need Discernment, How To Make Good Decisions
Tim Ferrara, an Executive Pastor at LifePoint Church in Arizona, boasts over 20 years of business management experience alongside a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from Arizona State University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. He founded Discerning Dad to inspire Christians to make God-honoring decisions, authoring "Everyday Discernment" and hosting a top-ranked Christian podcast called "Everyday Discernment" on Charisma and Edifi networks.
In this episode Tim and Sathiya discuss:
[00:00] The journey from business world to full-time ministry
[00:53] The importance of discernment in decision-making
[07:25] The three aspects of discernment
[08:15] Importance of listening to older generations
[09:04] Activating the Holy Spirit in decision-making
[09:55] Need for discernment and setting a high standard
[17:26] Importance of serving and going where God leads
[18:16] Confusion and skepticism surrounding the local church
[20:01] Dealing with church hurt and understanding church imperfections
[26:29] Importance of unity in the church
[27:19] Mission and vision of the church
[33:10] Accountability and watchmen on the walls
[34:51] Struggle with depression and pastors' openness
[36:34] Role of the local church in recovery from sexual sin
[39:12] Need for open communication and accountability in churches
[44:57] Importance of discernment in decision-making
[46:06] Finding healthy outlets for recovery
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Jul 25, 2024 • 13min
689 - Skills That Kill In Recovery
Sathiya Sam discusses the rapid growth of his Instagram following and encourages listeners to check out his content there. The main topic of the episode is "Skills that Kill in Recovery," where he emphasizes four essential skills: processing emotions, communicating one's inner life effectively, understanding childhood correlates with the present, and cultivating self-control.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 13min
688 - Is It Ever OK To Masturbate
Sathiya Sam delves into the biblical perspective on sexual immorality, defining it as the violation of God's laws regarding sexual relationships. He outlines three biblical principles for healthy sexual relationships - consensuality, exclusivity in covenant, and the opportunity to procreate - and argues that masturbation violates all three, making it incompatible with God's design for sexuality. He shares his personal experience of quitting both porn and masturbation, encouraging listeners to consider the positive impact of giving up masturbation on mental clarity and overall well-being.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 13min
687 - Be Like King David (Kind Of)
Sathiya Sam expresses gratitude for listeners and introduces a reflection on King David's story from the Bible. Highlighting the impact of modernizing biblical narratives, he discusses David's grave mistakes, including adultery and murder, yet emphasizes the remarkable forgiveness and legacy David received, being referred to as a man after God's own heart and in the lineage of Jesus. He encourages listeners to embrace the power of forgiveness, acknowledging that no matter the past mistakes, Jesus has blotted out transgressions, allowing for the creation of a new, meaningful legacy.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 13min
686 - 3 Scriptures That Helped Me Quit Porn
Sathiya Sam explores the challenges faced by men striving for success, meaningful connections, and sexual integrity. He introduces a five-day Bible reading plan designed to help overcome pornography addiction, citing a survey that links regular Bible reading to a reduced likelihood of viewing pornography. He emphasizes the transformative power of engaging with the Bible, discussing three key scriptures—Romans 8:28, Colossians 1:21, and James 2:26—that played a crucial role in his own 15-year journey to break free from porn addiction, stressing the importance of applying these scriptures in daily life for lasting change.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 1h 5min
685 - Joshua Johnson on Getting In God-Made Environments, Modern Day Discipleship and The Subtle Power of Solitude
Joshua Johnson, a resident of Whitefish, Montana, is a spirited adventurer and spiritual seeker. He has wholeheartedly embraced the world of outdoor exploration while also delving into the realm of spiritual cartography as an apprentice to Jesus of Nazareth. Joshua's unwavering passion for life shapes his distinctive approach to spirituality.
In this episode Joshua Johnson and Sathiya discuss:
[01:47] Nature for character and toughness.
[09:04] Abiding in Jesus, becoming like Him.
[10:04] Spiritual growth with Jesus over time.
[11:25] Discipleship vs. inner character.
[16:41] Connecting outdoors with others or God.
[21:29] Four quadrants of our being.
[24:28] Formation triangle, Holy Spirit's role.
[25:18] Dynamic spiritual formation, God's closeness.
[32:27] Creation for connecting with God, rest.
[37:10] Nature reduces stress, boosts well-being.
[40:56] Wilderness, challenges, and parallels to Jesus.
[42:47] Growth zone, stepping out for change.
[46:10] Confronting fears, personal growth.
[49:04] Outdoors and intimacy with God.
[50:32] Starting intimacy with God through nature.
[56:32] Facing challenges, overcoming fear.
[58:02] Contemplation and curiosity in nature.
[01:00:37] Backcountry ski trip, growing with God in winter, joining details and resources.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 15min
684 - Celebrity Deep Fake P_rn Doubles In 2023 (thanks a lot, AI)
Sathiya Sam discusses the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the pornography industry. He highlights the rise of AI-generated explicit content, including celebrity deepfakes, and the potential dangers it poses. He also explores the connection between addiction and attachment, expressing concern about the role of AI in furthering pornography addiction.
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