Catholics Fight Porn Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Mark Denison joins the show to discuss Advanced Recovery.  He wrote a book on the topic including 12 Keys to Long-Term Sobriety and the neat thing is, he includes 40 stories of men with long-term sobriety.  The 200+ years of long-term sobriety in the stories are inspirational as they lay out what works, what doesn't and how to achieve long-term sobriety.  This book is tru...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve is joined by his wife, Cristin, to take a look back at their highlights from 2024 and to discuss their word and focus for 2025.  Please share CFP with anyone you know could benefit.  May God richly bless you!  Steve & Cristin. Helpful Links: -For 30 days Free of Covenant Eyes, sign up at:  https://www.covenanteyes.com PROMO CODE: CFP -Get a sweet, safe,...

Send us Fan Mail Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year.  Thanksgiving kicks off the holiday season and there's so much to get excited about.  At the same time, the holidays present many different challenges.  Steve dives into 11 struggles that surface around Christmastime and how to overcome each one using the wisdom of Scripture and the saints.  If you like the episode, please giv...

Send us Fan Mail Steve interviews Chris Kaspar - founder of the Techless Wisephone, which is the world's safest and healthiest minimalist phone.  This is the perfect option for the one struggling with lust on their phone.  Chris shares his story and what led to creating the Wisephone, what the Wisephone is and how it will help you. He also touches on additional, secondary benefits which lead...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Steve shares how the metaphor of the farmer and the concept of delayed gratification can provide powerful lessons in recovery.  He explores themes like hard work, discipline and patience and how they lead to long-term rewards from addiction.  Share with a friend and thanks for tuning in! Helpful Links: -For 30 days Free of Covenant Eyes, sign up at:  https://www.co...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Steve covers 25 reasons a Catholic should strive for custody of the eyes and a tip for each reason.  He caps off the episode with a powerful example from Scripture.  Don't miss out and please help the show by sharing with a friend! Helpful Links: -For 30 days Free of Covenant Eyes, sign up at:  https://www.covenanteyes.com PROMO CODE: CFP -Get a sweet, safe ph...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve interviews Theo McManigal, the Catholic Outreach Specialist at Covenant Eyes.  Theo shares his personal story on his battle with lust and how he was able to break free and stay free.  Learn more about Covenant Eyes and how it can help you navigate the pitfalls that technology presents.  Share this with a friend! Helpful Links: For 30 days Free of Covenant Ey...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve talks about the dangers of looks and glances and what to do about it to achieve custody of the eyes.  Take a listen for strategies to maintain custody of the eyes and reflect on the five Bible verses to motivate us in purity.  Finally, don't miss the amazing story at the end!   Helpful links: Book a Complimentary, Confidential Call with Steve: https://w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve breaks down how it's healthy to feel shame to improve relationships with self and others.  He recaps the difference between guilt and shame as well as offers 4 ways to use remorse for healing.  He covers two scripture passages and a saint that exemplified this in their life.  Check it out and share with a friend! Helpful links: Book a Complimentary, Con...

Send us Fan Mail Ellen Drews is back to discuss a crucial part of the Full Disclosure process which is the use of a Polygraph.  Steve & Ellen break down the reasons for doing a polygraph, the pros and cons of it, 10 common concerns for taking a polygraph, different methods of polygraphs, where to find a polygrapher and what happens after the polygraph.  Tune in and reach out to us for help on...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Heidi Hastings joins the show to share what her research showed for men with problematic p0rn usage and the impact that had on religious women in marriage.  We also cover her 5 Stages of Betrayal & Self Development model.  I pray you find this helpful and will share it with one who could use it. Recommended Books from Dr. Heidi:  -In Tandem: Recovering Me, Recovering Us by...

Send us Fan Mail Special Guest, Brya Hanan, joins the show to breakdown her new book:  Befriending Your Inner Child: A Catholic Approach to Healing and Wholeness.  We dive into discovering our inner child and drawing near to our inner child.  We discuss how Brya has taken these theories and made them Catholic.  This important concept helps those struggling with unwanted lustful behaviors to become...

Send us Fan Mail Ellen Drews is back to talk with Steve about the Full Disclosure process.  A Full Disclosure is a Rite of Truth.  They explain what it is, the risks and benefits of a FD as well as diving into the process.  Take a listen and if you feel this may be of benefit for your marriage, pray about it and reach out if you would like to work with us. Helpful links: Book a Complimentary, Conf...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve covers how crucial it is to do the homework in recovery for both the addict and the spouse.  He also covers the negative effects when the homework does not get done.  He closes with 7 amazing scripture verses related to doing the work.  Take a listen and share with someone you know can benefit.  St. Zita, pray for us! Helpful links: Book a Complimentary, Con...

Send us Fan Mail Fr. Rich Conlin is a great priest from Vancouver, Canada.  He shares his journey from NCAA D1 golfer to a Catholic priest.  He shares with Steve about how his book: 9 Days to Corpus Christi can help an addict in recovery.  His book highlights six saints to help us grow in our love for the Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.  On the show, we focus on one of the six great saints and how...

Send us Fan Mail My dear friend, Mark Denison, has this great quote that "If you're 90% in then you're 100% out."  That's the topic for this podcast.  We cover how crucial it is to be "All-In" and cover 7 reasons that 100% commitment is needed for successful sobriety and recovery.   Helpful links: Join Finally Free: https://www.catholicsfightporn.com/need-help Bo...

Send us Fan Mail Christie Walker, the Catholic Sobriety Coach, is back again for a great conversation about faith, addiction recovery and the power of community.  We take a look at how our Catholic upbringing intersects with the personal struggles we faced.  Through our discussion, we bring forth the idea that recovery is not just an individual success but a collective victory that transcends back...

Send us Fan Mail This saint was addicted to alcohol and underwent a profound conversion.  Steve lists 5 ways this saint can help those in recovery find freedom.  Tune in to find out which saint this is! Helpful links: Join Finally Free: https://www.catholicsfightporn.com/need-help Book a Complimentary, Confidential Call with Steve: https://www.catholicsfightporn.com/contact Email: steve@catholicsf...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve covers the secret weapon in recovery.  This special weapon has the ability to keep us on track each and every day.  It helps us process our emotions -- which is difficult for many guys .  It connects us with others and keeps us out of trouble and helps us learn what to do next time if we got in trouble.  Tune in to find out what it is! Helpful links: Join Fi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve covers many reasons group coaching is a helpful remedy in this fight.  Listen to the end to find out Steve's favorite reason for group coaching...Hope you enjoy and if you struggle with lust, please reach out! Helpful links: Join Finally Free: https://www.catholicsfightporn.com/need-help Book a Complimentary, Confidential Call with Steve: https://www.ca...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Ellen Drews joins the show to discuss what betrayal trauma looks like and different ways of healing:  what the betrayed spouse can do to heal, what the addict, betraying spouse, can do to heal and how couples can heal together.  Don't miss it and please share with someone you think would benefit from hearing this! For a free, complimentary consultation, reach...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve covers whether or not we should make New Year's Resolutions and if so, a bunch of thought joggers for what you can start or boost to your personal recovery journey.  He also goes over how to make resolutions last throughout the year. This is a link to the workbook referenced to help your wife heal after betrayal: https://www.amazon.com/Help-Her-Heal-Wor...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Eddie Capparucci joins the show to discuss the Inner Child and how it impacts sexual addiction.  He recently revised his book, Going Deeper, and added 3 new kids to the other 9 children discussed.  He goes through core emotional triggers and his six-step healing model.  His website:  https://innerchild-sexaddiction.com/ His email address:  edcappa@gmail.com His new book:  http...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve discusses the difference between guilt and shame -- they are not the same.  Learn how to use guilt to improve and leave shame behind. Helpful links: Join Finally Free: https://www.catholicsfightporn.com/need-help Book a Complimentary, Confidential Call with Steve: https://www.catholicsfightporn.com/contact Email: steve@catholicsfightporn.com Connect with me...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Steve discusses the impact of shame in our lives and helpful ways to overcome the negative emotions associated with shame.  Shame is an extremely powerful emotion and getting help for shame is life-changing. Helpful links: Join Finally Free: https://www.catholicsfightporn.com/need-help Book a Complimentary, Confidential Call with Steve: https://www.catholicsfightp...