Best Ben Kolton Podcasts (2024)

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Why Men Struggle to Love: How Childhood Experiences Shape Struggles with Intimacy (With Dr. Eddie Capparucci) 46:56

3M ago46:56

46:56

In this episode with Dr. Eddie Capparucci, we discuss how men can unlock deeper emotional connections by reconnecting with their childhood experiences. Dr. Eddie Capparucci is the author of several books on healing from sex and pornography addiction, including Going Deeper and Why Men Struggle to Love. As you listen, you will gain insights into how…

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AI and the Future of Intimacy: The Struggle for Authentic Connection in a Digital World (With Dustin Freeman) 38:44

4M ago38:44

38:44

Imagine a future where artificial intelligence is aimed at our deepest connections and desires. This is the potentially unsettling reality that Dustin Freeman and I wrestle with in this episode centered around AI and its impact on intimacy and sexuality. As technology seeps further into our lives, we confront the jarring reality that AI's role in i…

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Fear Unmasked: Decoding the Relationship Between Rejection and Unwanted Behaviors (With Allan Stanford) 34:40

10M ago34:40

34:40

Are you hungry for a deeper exploration of your story when it comes to overcoming shame and pornography addiction? With our returning guest, Allan Standford, we examine how pornography use is actually a misguided strategy for working out our struggles and life stories. The episode drives even deeper into the dark corridors of fear- the fear of reje…

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The Unseen Influence: How Culture Shapes Our Views on Sexuality (With Jonathan Storment) 23:42

11M ago23:42

23:42

What if I told you that the way you understand sex and sexuality is influenced more by culture than you realize? In this episode, we venture through the history of Christian sexual ethics with our guest, Jonathan Storment, who talks about how the perception and treatment of women, sex, and children have evolved over the years. Jonathan illuminates …

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Andrew's Redemption: How Andrew Rekindled the Flame of His Marriage After Years of Unwanted Porn Use 21:35

1y ago21:35

21:35

Have you ever grappled with the claws of addiction and found yourself at the point of giving up? In this moving conversation with Andrew, we unravel his journey of battling with porn, his search for acceptance, and eventually reclaiming his identity. Andrew bares his soul about his struggle with pornography and how it began from a place of low self…

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From Attachment Wounds to Freedom: Overcoming Pornography Addiction (With Allan Stanford) 30:05

1y ago30:05

30:05

Imagine a world where you're confident in yourself, free from the shackles of shame and guilt associated with unwanted pornography use. A world where understanding your attachments can lead to a healthier, more fulfilling life. Join me, Kolton Thomas, as I sit down with one of my mentors, Allan Stanford, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. As we j…

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Theology of the Body: Rediscovering Dignity in the Face of Sexual Depravity (With Jonathan Storment) 29:36

1y ago29:36

29:36

Get ready to embark on a transformative journey as we welcome an accomplished speaker, church leader, and scholar, Jonathan Stormant, to shed light on the profound teachings of Pope John Paul II's work titled Theology of the Body. Transformed himself by these writings, Jonathan dissects the complex intersection of faith, culture, and sexuality, emp…

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Unveiling the Isolation: Men's Hidden Battle with Pornography (With Dustin Freeman) 54:45

1y ago54:45

54:45

In episode 15 of the Reclaimed Recovery Podcast, we interview special guest Dustin Freeman of the St Anglican Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. This episode is designed to help men think deeply about the silent, cultural struggle men face with addictions like pornography, and how we can find strength and healing through community (in spite of our cu…

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Mastering Your Addictive Brain With Inner Child Techniques (With Eddie Capparucci) 54:45

1+ y ago54:45

54:45

Are you struggling to understand why you keep returning to certain behaviors like porn? Are you subconsciously avoiding the moment when you have to face your genuine fears and emotions? Do you keep distracting yourself so you don't have to face the little boy or girl that you still carry inside you all these years later? In this episode, we hear fr…

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Ben's Story - Healing, Hope, and Growth On the Journey to Overcome Porn 37:47

1+ y ago37:47

37:47

In this episode, special guest Ben joins us to share his story on overcoming pornography. Ben went through the Reclaimed 10-Week Journey and, all praise be to God, found lots of healing, hope, and growth. Listen in on his story and be encouraged — you CAN do something about the habit of pornography in your life. If you're looking to make a real cha…

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Understand the Root Causes of Your Porn Habit, Part 2 - Loneliness, Shame, Trauma/Abuse, Misguided Devotion, and Dulled Desires 27:44

1+ y ago27:44

27:44

In part 2 of understanding root causes, we explore 5 more deep underlying causes that tend to work together synergistically to draw men into the struggle with porn: Loneliness and isolation Shame Suffering from trauma and abuse Living with misguided devotion Allowing our good desires to be dulled and dampened Understanding these underlying causes i…

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Understand the Root Causes of Your Porn Habit, Part 1 - Brain Science, Curiosity, Lack of Purpose, Cultural Influence, and Emotional Avoidance 25:09

1+ y ago25:09

25:09

In this episode, we explore some of the most common root causes of a porn habit. In part 1, we will uncover 5 root causes that tend to work synergistically to draw men into the struggle with porn: The nature of habit and the effects of porn on the Brain Curiosity and imagination Lack of vision, motivation, and purpose. Feelings of futility. Hyperse…

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Testosterone Part 3 - Does Abstaining from Porn Increase Testosterone and Bring Health Benefits? 22:34

1+ y ago22:34

22:34

In the third and final part of our testosterone series, we address some frequently asked questions and most debated topics regarding pornography, testosterone, erectile dysfunction, and more. We also wrap up this mini-series on science and pornography by tying together a few of the biggest takeaways from the last few episodes as we looked at dopami…

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Testosterone Part 2 - How Does Porn Affect My Testosterone Level? 24:12

1+ y ago24:12

24:12

In testosterone part 2, we take a look at multiple factors that can affect our baseline levels of testosterone, especially sex and pornography, and we work to draw some conclusions about the harmful effects of porn and how it disrupts some of our natural biological processes. Learning about the hormones like testosterone and dopamine that drive you…

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Testosterone Part 1 - How Testosterone, Athletics, and Porn Can Be Related 16:45

2y ago16:45

16:45

Testosterone is a hormone so vital to men's health, yet it's often overlooked in conversations related to identity, self-worth, and a man's journey to overcome pornography. In part one of this topic, we begin with learning some basic scientific facts about testosterone and then transition into a discussion about what science can tell us about our i…

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Getting to the Heart of the Issue (And Stop Should-ing On Yourself With Drew Boa) 46:13

2y ago46:13

46:13

In this episode, we take a deep dive with guest Drew Boa to uncover the heart of the issue when it comes to pornography. Drew leads a community of men at Husband Material, where he coaches men on how to 'outgrow porn.' Key topics in this episode include Drew's story of struggling with porn and then breaking free from it. What Drew considers to be t…

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You Can Train Your Brain (How Conditioning Works and How to Reverse It) 16:42

2y ago16:42

16:42

Ever wonder why your brain decides to light up for certain things and not for others? Have you found yourself craving unwanted habits and behaviors, without a real explanation as to why? This episode provides a basic understanding of how your brain is conditioned to desire pornography and other unwanted behaviors using the chemical dopamine and the…

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Dopamine and Your Brain (Understand the Science Behind Your Habit) 24:38

2y ago24:38

24:38

Have you ever wondered why your brain keeps you coming back to addictive habits like pornography, even though you're trying really hard to stop? In this episode, Kolton gives an overview of how dopamine works to train your brain. We cover many essential questions related to dopamine, such as: What role does dopamine play in my pornography habit? Ho…

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Fighting Pornography With Science and Finding Healing Through Chronic Pain 21:24

2y ago21:24

21:24

In this episode, we explain why the science behind porn recovery is so crucial for overcoming it. In the midst of other challenges we face in life, such as chronic pain and depression, porn can become even more alluring as an escape or a solution to our problems. That's why it's important to understand the science and how it can help us persevere i…

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The True Definition of Freedom (3 Ways of Defining Success) 16:42

2y ago16:42

16:42

How do we define success and freedom when it comes to porn recovery? In this episode, we will provide 3 benchmarks you can use for determining whether you're on your way to overcoming porn. These measures for success are defined as: Intimacy in relationships Realistic sexual expectations Self-awareness Plus, stick around til the end of our episode …

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How Long Does it Take to Rewire Your Brain? (Plus Intro to Reclaimed) 18:26

2y ago18:26

18:26

How long will it take to rewire your brain from porn? How can you know whether you're even addicted to porn? This episode addresses these questions and other introductory topics when it comes to porn recovery. This episode also includes more information about Reclaimed. What is Reclaimed, and what types of resources does it offer? We'll walk you th…

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Believing in Your Recovery (Even When You've Lost Hope) 22:46

2y ago22:46

22:46

Why is it that so many men struggle with porn even after facing its consequences? Why is it so hard to quit? Have they given up hope? Do they even believe it's possible for them? No matter how often you find yourself using porn, whether occasionally or multiple times per day, this episode is about believing again that you can become someone who no …

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Why Men Struggle to Love: How Childhood Experiences Shape Struggles with Intimacy (With Dr. Eddie Capparucci) 46:56

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AI and the Future of Intimacy: The Struggle for Authentic Connection in a Digital World (With Dustin Freeman) 38:44

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Fear Unmasked: Decoding the Relationship Between Rejection and Unwanted Behaviors (With Allan Stanford) 34:40

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The Unseen Influence: How Culture Shapes Our Views on Sexuality (With Jonathan Storment) 23:42

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Andrew's Redemption: How Andrew Rekindled the Flame of His Marriage After Years of Unwanted Porn Use 21:35

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From Attachment Wounds to Freedom: Overcoming Pornography Addiction (With Allan Stanford) 30:05

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Theology of the Body: Rediscovering Dignity in the Face of Sexual Depravity (With Jonathan Storment) 29:36

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Unveiling the Isolation: Men's Hidden Battle with Pornography (With Dustin Freeman) 54:45

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Mastering Your Addictive Brain With Inner Child Techniques (With Eddie Capparucci) 54:45

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Ben's Story - Healing, Hope, and Growth On the Journey to Overcome Porn 37:47

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Understand the Root Causes of Your Porn Habit, Part 2 - Loneliness, Shame, Trauma/Abuse, Misguided Devotion, and Dulled Desires 27:44

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Understand the Root Causes of Your Porn Habit, Part 1 - Brain Science, Curiosity, Lack of Purpose, Cultural Influence, and Emotional Avoidance 25:09

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Testosterone Part 3 - Does Abstaining from Porn Increase Testosterone and Bring Health Benefits? 22:34

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Testosterone Part 2 - How Does Porn Affect My Testosterone Level? 24:12

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Testosterone Part 1 - How Testosterone, Athletics, and Porn Can Be Related 16:45

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Getting to the Heart of the Issue (And Stop Should-ing On Yourself With Drew Boa) 46:13

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You Can Train Your Brain (How Conditioning Works and How to Reverse It) 16:42

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Dopamine and Your Brain (Understand the Science Behind Your Habit) 24:38

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Fighting Pornography With Science and Finding Healing Through Chronic Pain 21:24

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The True Definition of Freedom (3 Ways of Defining Success) 16:42

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How Long Does it Take to Rewire Your Brain? (Plus Intro to Reclaimed) 18:26

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Believing in Your Recovery (Even When You've Lost Hope) 22:46

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