Best LPCA Podcasts (2024)

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13. Calling off the Wedding After Discovering His Sexual Addictions With Jane Doe 1:07:16

9d ago1:07:16

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ONE OF MY FAVORITE EPISODES <3 One month after I discovered my partner's secret porn & sex addiction, I received a phone call from my friend crying who just discovered her fiance's secret porn and sex addiction. Now over a year later, we've talked almost every day throughout our healing journeys and I'm SO proud of how far she's come. In this episo…

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12. Healing from Porn Addiction: Brando's Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery 53:31

22d ago53:31

53:31

In this episode of 'WTF Do I Do Now?', host Mandy welcomes Brando, who bravely shares his journey through porn addiction after finding it when he was 10. Brando opens up about his struggle from childhood into adulthood, performance anxiety, the negative impacts on his mental health and relationships, and the shame associated with addiction. They di…

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11. Healing from Betrayal Trauma with Somatics and Nervous System Regulation with Carrie Jean 50:48

25d ago50:48

50:48

This episode welcomes special guest Carrie, a highly certified expert in nervous system regulation, betrayal trauma, and somatics. The episode dives deep into understanding the nervous system and its critical role in shaping our experiences and relationships. Carrie introduces the concepts of sympathetic and parasympathetic states, polyvagal theory…

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10. Divorce After Porn/Sex Addiction and Dating Again with Betrayed Bestie 53:40

1M ago53:40

53:40

In this episode, I interview Betrayal Trauma + Breakup Coach, Jessica AKA Betrayed Bestie and we discuss Jessica's journey discovering betrayal in her marriage, why she chose to divorce him, why marriage counseling isn't a good fit for porn/sex addiction, her advice, finding the gift in betrayal trauma, dating after betrayal, the new relationship s…

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9: Confronting the Impact of Porn on Society and Youth with Melissa Tankard Reist 49:12

2M ago49:12

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This podcast episode features an in-depth conversation with Melinda Tankard Reist, a journalist and activist renowned for her work against the pornography industry, its harmful effects on society, and her grassroots organization Collective Shout. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the normalization and dangers of pornography, i…

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8: How to Love Yourself More <3 34:03

2M ago34:03

34:03

There is a saying that goes "Time heals all wounds" but I disagree. Time doesn't heal wounds. We don't magically wake up one day and all our pain is gone... Learning to love ourselves and using that as motivation to create positive change in our life heals wounds. Society conditions us to look at all the negative aspects of ourselves, but what happ…

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7: OnlyFans Recruiting Agencies and OF’s Negative Impact on Society. Interview With Victoria Sinis 48:56

2M ago48:56

48:56

WTF... OnlyFans Recruiting Agencies exist?! In this episode, I chat with Victoria Sinis who speaks about her experience working at an OnlyFans Recruiting Agency and why she quit after crying at work everyday. Now, Victoria speaks at schools to empower young women and to encourage people to think twice about OnlyFans. We also discuss the impact Only…

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6: How to Release Your Anger After Being Cheated on (BTW.. Your Anger Is Beautiful and POWERFUL) 22:49

2M ago22:49

22:49

Society never teaches us how to express anger. We're taught that anger is not "ladylike" and we need to be sweet, gentle, kind, and quiet 24/7 but I disagree. Feelings are meant to be felt, not controlled. Our anger is so important and powerful because it's telling us that something isn't right. It's our body's way of communicating to us that we ar…

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5: Interview with Sexual Addiction Therapist, Dan Ellenberg (MA, NCC, LPCA) 46:01

3M ago46:01

46:01

In this episode, Mandj interviews Sexual Addiction Therapist, Dan Ellenberg MA, NCC, LPCA. Some highlights of the show include: - Dan discovering porn at 9 years old which led to an addiction - Why men don't often speak up about their porn struggles and hide it in relationships - Why the porn or sex addiction started years before the relationship e…

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4: What to Do if Your Ex Immediately Went on the Dating Apps (And Advice to Stay off the Apps) 29:32

3M ago29:32

29:32

If your ex immediately went on the dating apps after your break up, you're already doing better mentally and emotionally than they are. This episode dives into the fact that they aren't over you, it's an unhealthy coping mechanism because they miss your presence, and inspiration for you to stay off the apps immediately after a breakup and to focus …

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3: Red Flags He May Watch a Lot of Porn (Or Have a Porn Addiction) 29:28

3M ago29:28

29:28

This episode discusses warning signs he may watch a lot of porn or have a potential porn addiction from women who discovered it in their relationships/marriages. Research continuously shows porn can rewire the brain and have a negative impact on relationships. Whether you're in a relationship or actively dating and vetting out potential partners, t…

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1: WTF Porn Addiction Is a Real Thing...? 26:39

3M ago26:39

26:39

Years of research are now showing that porn is rewiring our brains and negatively impacting mental health and relationships as a result. It’s time to shed light on a topic that society continuously turns a blind eye to… because WTF is it doing to us all long-term??? This is an unfiltered journey through the complexities of discovering a partner’s s…

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2: My Story: Discovering His Secret Porn Addiction and How Porn Effects Relationships 1:02:05

3M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

This episode was originally recorded on February 18, 2024 on the podcast "Unhooked: Breaking Porn Addiction Podcast" by Jeremy Lipkowitz. You can find his podcast on the main podcast sources and the episode is called "My Partner's Porn Addiction: Dealing with Betrayal Trauma & Understanding the Effects of Porn on Intimacy" In this episode, host Jer…

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Glen Lewis: Take Back Our Power 22:28

8M ago22:28

22:28

Glen Lewis, Libertarian Candidate for Mississippi's 49th District, joins us to talk about his campaign that has a real shot of winning! Find out why. Contribute to his campaign here: https://voteglenlewis.com/ This episode is sponsored by http://www.FreedomFocus.co Freedom Focus is more than just an energy drink, it’s a botanical motivation drink. …

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Lars Mapstead for President 42:30

11M ago42:30

42:30

Libertarian Presidential hopeful Lars Mapstead joins me on the Libertarian Leadership Academy Podcast to discuss his strategy for winning the Libertarian nomination and to go on to win an electoral vote. Check it out! And learn more about Lars at https://lars24.com/ This episode is sponsored by http://www.FreedomFocus.co Freedom Focus is more than …

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Mike ter Maat- Libertarian Presidential Contender 33:49

11M ago33:49

33:49

Mike ter Maat is running to receive the nomination for President of the Libertarian Party. In this episode he discusses his unique background and strategy for making impact in the Libertarian Primary race. Learn more about Mike and his Gold New Deal here- www.GoldNewDeal.org This episode is sponsored by Pac Crest Botanicals, a Libertarian owned CBD…

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Shane Driscoll: Inkie, Starting a Business, Government Restrictions, Personal Freedom 46:17

1+ y ago46:17

46:17

Shane Driscoll, Co-Founder of Inkie.Store joins us to talk about starting his business, entrepreneurship, government barriers to business, and personal freedom. Order custom shirts and hoodies from https://inkie.store/ Support our sponsors http://www.PacCrestBotanicals.com by using discount code LLA to save 30% Try the Freedom Focus: Morning Motiva…

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Shannon Denniston: Real Estate, Entrepreneurship, & Libertarianism 48:26

1+ y ago48:26

48:26

This episode we interview Shannon Dennison. He's an elected libertarian. He's on his third four year term as Justice of the Peace in Montgomery County, Kentucky. He's also a successful entrepreneur and real estate broker and investor. Considering running for office? Sign up for a free coaching call over at http://www.LibertarianLeadership.org Do yo…

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Matt Moore: Reducing Government at the Local Level (Part 1) 29:14

1+ y ago29:14

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Matt Moore is an elected Libertarian City Councilmember in Ephrata, Washington. He is currently going through his cities' codes and ordinances and working to remove the ones not serving the citizens of his town. Let's follow along as he pushes through the roadblocks he encounters. Considering running for office? Sign up for a free coaching call ove…

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Raise Money Fearlessly! 45:56

1+ y ago45:56

45:56

Do you need some guidance on how to raise big money for your Libertarian campaign? Check out this live webinar training on how to raise money fearlessly! Still need help? Sign up for a free coaching call over at http://www.LibertarianLeadership.org Do you appreciate this content? Sign up as a Patreon Member over at http://www.Patreon.com/LLAcademy …

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James Sceniak: Behavioral Therapy and a Winning Strategy 38:22

2y ago38:22

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This week we interview James Sceniak, a professional behavioral therapist and Libertarian U.S. Senate Candidate in Indiana. Right on the heels of Donald Rainwater's record breaking 11.4% Gubernatorial election results, James Sceniak grabs up the torch of liberty and is sprinting towards November with growing momentum. Listen in to learn about how h…

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Jonathan Realz- Running a Uniquely Libertarian Campaign 34:56

2y ago34:56

34:56

Jonathan Realz is running an exciting and unique campaign for Congress in Alabama as a Libertarian. Learn about what is working for him and possibly apply his strategies in your campaign. https://voteforjonathan.com/ Become a supporting member of the Libertarian Leadership Academy- https://www.patreon.com/llacademy Support our sponsor and use our d…

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How to Recruit Libertarian Candidates 48:06

2y ago48:06

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Are you in a leadership position within the Libertarian Party? Are you struggling to recruit local, state, or federal candidates to run for office? Check out this video where Laura Lane and Wes Benedict explain the step by step process of how they recruited 61 Libertarian candidates to run for office in Alabama! A record number of candidates! Becom…

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Wes Benedict- Libertarian Booster Pac 28:50

2y ago28:50

28:50

On this episode, Michael is joined by Wes Benedict who recently helped recruit and elect over 100 Libertarians in Pennsylvania. Learn more about Wes here- https://www.libertarianboosterpac.orgBy C. Michael Pickens

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Healing Power of Boundaries with Toddlers & Children 28:00

2+ y ago28:00

28:00

Join us for this conversation around boundaries with toddlers and young children. We reflect on the concept of boundaries, why they are so very important at this foundational age, how to implement some boundaries, and the key to empathic connection in order to build collaboration with toddler boundaries. The world of raising, supporting, or working…

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Healing Power of Boundaries in Marriage 27:27

2+ y ago27:27

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This episode provides an overview on how to develop healthier relationship bonds in marriage through boundaries. Enjoy personal insights and laugh with us as we share some of our own reflections. There is no one way to dance in the unique harmony of a marriage. Mostly because every person has a unique personality, life experience, set of desires, l…

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Healing Power of Boundaries in the Parent/Adult Child Relationship 32:00

2+ y ago32:00

32:00

Join us in this conversation looking at boundaries from the vantage of our own experiences as we transitioned into adulthood. We were sure to also remember the perspective of the parent. Right on time for the holiday season, this episode includes some of our thoughts about changes in traditions as well! Stop by our conversation for some encourageme…

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Healing Power of Having Agency Over Internal Boundaries 29:22

2+ y ago29:22

29:22

In this episode we engage in a healing conversation about being aware of what is going on in our inner world. Being able to identify emotions and thought processes that drive us to sometimes act out in ways that we don't actually want to is a step toward inner health. Awareness and Spirit led self leadership allow us to have agency, or awareness wi…

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Healing Power of Developing Skills In Boundaries 32:10

2+ y ago32:10

32:10

Have you ever thought or said "I am not good at boundaries?" It is a process to learn how to set healthy boundaries. We know that journey first hand! With sharing some trial and error in our own lives, let our stories and what we have learned encourage you. Take time with us this season to experience healing through the practice of skillfully apply…

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Don Myers- Moses Lake City Councilmember 19:22

3y ago19:22

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In this episode C. Michael Pickens interviews Moses Lake City Councilmember Don Myers. Don is a 2-term City Councilmember, elected when he was 26, Don talks about how he got elected, winning on the 3rd ballot count, and always voting no against any expansion of governmental power over the people residing within the city limits. Learn more about our…

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Healing Power of Compassion in Redemptive Time 26:07

3y ago26:07

26:07

This is an exciting topic filled with hopeful and practical healing guidance. Some of our most impactful experiences get us ‘stuck’ in the way we think, or the way our body reacts to surrounding stimuli, or the way we defend ourselves, or attack others. One incredible aspect of human memory is that it is experiential in nature. At any time we can g…

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Healing Power of Reflecting on Childhood Experiences 28:39

3y ago28:39

28:39

Childhood experiences do not just affect us as children but can also have a major impact on how we see ourselves and the world as adults. Whether we experienced childhood traumas or more subtle responses to perceived pressures or embarrassments, all of these experiences can have a lasting affect. Our perception of what has happened to us and how we…

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Healing Power of Mapping Your Family Lineage 27:44

3+ y ago27:44

27:44

This episode is focused on the value of tracing your family of origin and getting to know the big picture of where you come from. Conceptualizing our family is sometimes underestimated. It can unlock areas in our lives that have been stuck, reveal distortions, and unhealthy patterns of relational interaction as well as highlight strengths and gifts…

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Healing Power of Seeking Professional Support Alongside Spiritual Care 30:47

3+ y ago30:47

30:47

Have you ever wondered "how do I know if/when I need to go see someone for my mental health? It is common to disregard symptoms or relational issues to the point they become unmanageable. In this episode we have a conversation about our answer to this question and various factors to consider if you find yourself needing more help. Seeking professio…

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Healing Power Of Getting Curious 31:24

3+ y ago31:24

31:24

What is healing and how do we get there? Join us as we reflect on one of the most powerful aspects of getting well. Curiosity can help us learn to accept and identify attitudes and responses within ourselves that we would rather ignore or pretend not to have experienced. Learn more about your own inner world as we share discoveries about the wonder…

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Healing Power of Exploring the Elements of Self 28:49

3+ y ago28:49

28:49

Join us as we deep dive into spirit, soul, body, and relationships. Each of these elements interconnect in our lives in a unique way that either fosters growth or hinders it. Knowing how each element functions and discovering how they have been affected by experiences can help us pinpoint an area we may have gotten stuck. Book References: "The Spir…

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Intro Our Who & Why: Healing Power of Reflecting on Identity 24:59

3+ y ago24:59

24:59

In this episode we introduce ourselves, give a little background for where we are coming from, and talk about why we decided to start this podcast while we invite you to reflect on your own experience of identity and what that has meant to you! General References: https://www.aamft.org/ https://www.counseling.org/ Bible References: 2 Peter 1:5-9…

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What is Peace? 13:28

5y ago13:28

13:28

In this episode, I will discuss the concept of peace, breaking it down into foundational concepts of self-regulation, community care, and self-awareness. Then, we will engage in a mindfulness for peace practice.

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What is mindfulness? 11:38

5y ago11:38

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In this first episode, we will begin the exploration of mindfulness. Each episode will include some education on mindfulness followed by a mindfulness practice. These episodes are primarily experiential. In this episode, I will lead you through a simple breathing based mindfulness practice. So listen in and relax...…