The Covenant Eyes Podcast

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, hosts Karen Potter and Theo McManigal continue their interview with Jim O’Day, Executive Director of Integrity Restored, a ministry dedicated to helping men, women, and families break free from pornography. Jim shares how Integrity Restored equips priests, churches, and families to confront today’s hypersexualized culture through the Three Pillars to Purity...

In this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, hosts Karen Potter and Theo McManigal sit down with Jim O’Day, Executive Director of Integrity Restored, a Catholic ministry helping men and women break free from the grip of pornography. Jim shares his raw and personal story—from working as a nightclub dancer in New York City, to a life-changing encounter with Christ, to leading a global move...

In this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, hosts Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard welcome author, speaker, and teacher Cecil Taylor to discuss how Christians can live out a practical seven-day faith in today’s world. Cecil shares his journey from part-time ministry to launching Cecil Taylor Ministries, which equips believers to bring Sunday into the rest of the week. He talks about parenting with...

🎙️ Guest: Kristen Clark , Co-Founder of Girl Defined In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, Karen Potter sits down with Kristen Clark—author, speaker, and co-founder of Girl Defined Ministries —to talk about her personal battle with secret sexual sin and how God brought her into freedom and flourishing. Kristen shares her experience with habitual masturbation, the fear of confessing struggl...

In this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter welcomes John Boyle , author of Appalachian Kid , to share his remarkable testimony of overcoming childhood trauma, addiction, and ultimately finding healing through faith and mentorship. John opens up about growing up in a violent home in rural West Virginia, his lifelong battle with undiagnosed PTSD, and the decades-long st...

In this eye-opening episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter sits down with Hannah , founder of Quit Porn , in the UK, for a vital conversation about the pervasive impact of pornography in today's digital age. Hannah, a seasoned therapist, shares her unique perspective on how pornography affects individuals, marriages, and families, emphasizing that the problem begins long befo...

Join Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard on The Covenant Eyes Podcast as they speak with Mark Hancock , CEO of Trail Life USA . Discover how Trail Life USA is raising the next generation of godly men through outdoor adventure and Christian principles, and explore Mark's devotional book, 101 Devotions for Dads with Boys . Learn about the unique challenges boys face in today's culture and how da...

Join hosts Karen Potter and Theo McManigal in this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast as they welcome renowned Catholic speaker and author Christopher West of the Theology of the Body Institute. In this inspiring conversation, Christopher unpacks the Theology of the Body, shares his personal story, and explores how Christian parents can raise their children with a biblical understanding...

In this special mini-episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter sits down with Peter and Jennifer Emerson , the creative duo behind the faith-filled theatrical rock concert "He Rules the World." 🎸 Blending a rock concert experience with the true meaning of Christmas , this production delivers stunning visuals, guitar solos, and a full narration of the nativity story — all b...

In this powerful episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast , we welcome Kyle Enns , co-host of the Kingdom Sexuality Podcast . Kyle opens up about his early exposure to pornography, his struggles through addiction, and his journey toward freedom through faith, accountability, and counseling. _____________________________________________________________ Take the FREE & ANONYMOUS PAUS Assessment: htt...

In Part 2 of our interview, we welcome back Yamilexis Fernandez and her husband, Jacob Pizarro —a youth pastor and Bible teacher—to explore how Christian families can protect the next generation from digital dangers like pornography and overexposure to technology. Jacob shares a powerful analogy of Alaskan wolf hunters to help parents understand how early exposure to explicit content can be silent...

Join Covenant Eyes host Karen Potter as she welcomes special guest Yamilexis Fernandez for a powerful "Voices of Victory" episode.  Yamilexis shares her unbelievable story of overcoming a unique and challenging past, including breaking generational curses of witchcraft, abuse, and pornography addiction. In this episode, Yami offers advice for those feeling desperate and alone, emphasizin...

Welcome to the Covenant Eyes Podcast! In this powerful episode, Pastor Garrett Kell from Del Ray Baptist Church shares his deeply personal journey from rebellion to redemption—and how God's grace transformed his life. Pastor Kell offers heartfelt wisdom on breaking free from pornography, the role of accountability, and how the church can walk alongside those who are struggling with sexual sin...

In this powerful Covenant Eyes Podcast episode from NRB 2025, co-hosts Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard sit down with Lynne Barletta , founder of Florida Faith Alliance. Lynne shares her eye-opening journey into the world of anti-child trafficking advocacy, revealing how p*rn*graphy is at the root of exploitation — and what the Church can do to fight back. 🎨 As an artist, pastor, and national traine...

Join Karen Potter and Theo McManigal in this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast as they sit down with Steve Pokorny, founder and CEO of Freedom Coaching. Steve shares his personal journey of healing from p*rn*graphy addiction, the trauma behind it, and how he turned his pain into purpose by building a global recovery ministry. Discover the four-stage process of Freedom Coaching that lea...

Join us for this special Covenant Eyes Podcast episode, recorded live at NRB in Nashville, as we welcome back renowned author and speaker Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith to discuss her powerful new book: ➡️ Being Fully Known: The Joyful Satisfaction of Beholding, Becoming, and Belonging . 🔊 In this conversation, Dr. Saundra unpacks: ☀️  How to rest in your God-given identity rather than performance ☀️ ...

In this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast , Karen Potter sits down with Kerry Hasenbalg —respected speaker, spiritual director, and author of The Way of Becoming—to explore how soul care, storytelling, and biblical discipleship can bring deep emotional and spiritual healing. 🎙️ From Capitol Hill to the National Day of Prayer, Kerry shares personal stories and ministry insights on how leaders an...

In this episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, hosts Karen Potter and Rob Stoddard sit down with Pastor Mike Novotny, lead speaker for Time of Grace and author of Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About, But Don’t . Pastor Mike shares his personal journey with pornography, the vital role of confession, and how shame and silence often prevent healing. He discusses how churches can break the...

In this inspiring episode of the Covenant Eyes podcast, host Karen Potter interviews Dr. Mark Denison , co-founder of There's Still Hope , about his groundbreaking new book Advanced Recovery. As a pastor, author, and long-term recovery leader, Dr. Denison shares how men and women can move beyond short-term sobriety to build lasting, Christ-centered freedom from porn and sexual addiction. 🎯 L...

In this special NRB 2025 edition of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, we sit down with Gigi Butler , the powerhouse entrepreneur behind Gigi’s Cupcakes . From cleaning Taylor Swift’s toilet to building a $40 million cupcake empire with just $33 and a dream, Gigi shares her deeply moving journey of faith, failure, grit, and grace. 🎯 Hear how she pivoted from country music to cupcakes 🧁 Discover the powe...

Are you ready to rewire your brain, break free from stress, and deepen your spiritual life? In this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, host Karen Potter sits down with Dave Asprey , founder of Bulletproof and father of biohacking, to explore his transformative new book, Heavily Meditated . Dave shares practical tools and cutting-edge neuroscience to help you reprogram your nervous syst...

In this powerful Covenant Eyes Podcast episode, we sit down with Gina Fox , founder of Anchored by the Sword Ministries , as she shares her deeply personal story of healing, spiritual transformation, and launching a ministry to help others break free from emotional and spiritual bondage. Recorded live at NRB , this episode offers raw insight into Gina's journey through toxic relationships, in...

In this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, hosts Karen Potter and Sam Black sit down with Nate Larkin —founder of the Samson Society and author of Samson and the Pirate Monks. Nate shares his raw, redemptive journey from secret struggles with porn and sex addiction to freedom, healing, and authentic brotherhood. Discover how early exposure, emotional pain, and ministry stress fueled Na...

In this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, we sit down with Keisha Toni Russell , constitutional attorney at First Liberty Institute, to explore the increasing challenges Christians face in today's cultural and legal landscape. Keisha shares riveting stories from her work defending religious freedom, like a teacher placed on leave for displaying a crucifix, and Navy SEALs who foug...

Amber Rose , widely known as The Religious Hippie , joins The Covenant Eyes Podcast to share her extraordinary journey—from leaving the Catholic Church and struggling with pornography addiction, self-harm, and depression, to returning to the faith and becoming a powerful voice for young Catholics online. In this deep and vulnerable conversation, Amber opens up about how modern culture, social medi...