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PSR Podcast
Pure Sex Radio (PSR) seeks to help men, women, and families move from sexual brokenness to wholeness in Christ. Host, Jonathan Daugherty, has been working in sexual integrity ministry for over 20 years and brings his expertise and personal experience into each episode. Stephen Cervantes, aka Dr. Marriage, has over 30 years of counseling experience and provides daily thoughts for married men at DoctorMarriage.org.If you have questions, comments, or a suggestion for a topic, email us at…
Episodes
PSR PodcastHope Rising Conference (with Brad Warren)
In this episode, our guest Brad Warren shares his incredible journey of overcoming a troubled past, including struggles with pornography and infidelity. Brad…
PSR PodcastExploring the Heart of Sexuality with Dr. Carol Tanksley
In this episode, I chat with Dr. Carol Tanksley, a ministry friend and author of the book Sexpectations: Reframing Your Good and Not-So-Good Stories About God…
PSR PodcastDiscover the Power of "Co" in Relationships and Recovery
My apologies for the poor audio quality of this episode. I hope it won’t distract too much from the content. In this episode, Stephen and I talk about the…
PSR PodcastThe Need for Safety in Betrayal Trauma Healing
In this episode, I’m joined by Stacey Fitzgerald, who shares her profound journey through betrayal trauma and her path to healing. Stacey opens up about the…
PSR PodcastHow Sharing Our Stories Can Lead to Healing Betrayal Trauma
In this heartfelt episode, I chat with Kate and Will Conwell about their journey through betrayal trauma and healing in their marriage. Kate shares her work…
PSR PodcastUnlocking Greatness: Why Emotional Connections Matter More than Success
In this episode, Dr. Stephen Cervantes and I dive into the theme of emotional growth and the importance of relationships among men. We start by sharing some…
PSR PodcastForgiveness and Grief in Betrayal Trauma Healing
In this episode, I welcome back Cat Etherington, the director of recovery at the Naked Truth Project. We explore the profound impact of betrayal trauma on…
PSR PodcastNavigating Identity & Sexuality: A Compassionate Approach for Parents
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PSR PodcastEarly Recovery Couples Empathy Model
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PSR PodcastSHE Virtual Summit: Where Women Find Support, Resources, and Hope
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PSR PodcastMen's Emotional Self-Awareness Test
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PSR PodcastNavigating Grief, Fear, and Transformation
In this episode, Stephen and I dive into the journey of emotional maturity and self-awareness. We explore how childhood experiences shape adult behavior and…
PSR PodcastHow Can Therapeutic Disclosure Help Heal Marriages Affected by Sexual Betrayal?
In this episode, I welcome back Dan Drake and introduce Janice Caudill, both experts in therapeutic disclosure for marriages affected by sexual betrayal. We…
PSR PodcastHow Can Recovery Lead to a New Growth Mission?
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PSR PodcastNavigating the 3 Stages of Recovery from Porn Addiction
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PSR PodcastIs Selfishness Addiction Holding You Back from True Freedom and Joy?
The Selfishness Addiction – Yes, you read that right. We're diving deep into how an addiction to selfishness can shape our behaviors and strain our…
PSR PodcastNeurodiversity Challenges in Marriage Restoration
Shawna Meek, founder of Living Stones Coaching, joins us to share her incredible journey through marriage, divorce, and unexpected reconciliation. Shawna opens…
PSR PodcastHelping Women Embrace their Bodies and Sexuality
I'm thrilled to have the amazing Danisa Suarez back on the program. Today, we're tackling a subject that's really important to a lot of people: women's…
PSR PodcastWhy Do We Fall? And How Do We Get Back Up?
Why do we fall? This is a deep question and we can’t ever fully answer the “why” questions. But it’s worth the conversation.In this episode, Stephen and I dive…
PSR PodcastUnderstanding God's Design for Sex in Today's Confused Culture
In this episode, we're hanging out with the dynamic duo, Linda Stewart and Linda Noble, who share their journey and collaborative work in the world of sexual…
PSR PodcastMasturbation, Emotional Health, and Abundant Living
Today’s podcast covers a LOT of territory, including the complexities of masturbation, its connection to our emotional health, and the differences between a…
PSR PodcastBreaking Down Barriers: The Art of Active Listening
In this episode, we have Andrew Arthur back with us to dive deep into the art of active listening. We chat about the common obstacles we face, like…
PSR PodcastHope and Healing: Brian Ellsworth's Testimony
On today’s episode, Brian Ellsworth shares his personal journey of trauma, addiction, and recovery. Brian is the new executive director of Living Without Lust…
PSR PodcastUnderstanding Female Sexuality and Struggles
In this episode, we welcome back Ashley Jameson from Pure Desire Ministries. She helps us understand trauma, addiction, and women's struggles with sex and…
PSR PodcastIdentity and the Goodness of Sexuality
The world, especially in the West, is awash in all forms of sexual brokenness and confusion. And much of this brokenness and confusion is present in the…
PSR Podcast100 Recovery Rules (with Mark Denison)
Addiction recovery is hard work. It is the process of learning to live in a whole new way apart from old, harmful, compulsive patterns. Such transformation…
PSR Podcast8 Practical Steps of Forgiveness
Forgiveness is a topic that gets brought up over and over again in the space of healing from betrayal. But before you tune out let me encourage you to stick…
PSR PodcastWhy Building Confidence is Important to Recovery
Why is confidence important to recovery from addictive patterns? And how is confidence different from arrogance or pride? To help us address this topic, we…
PSR Podcast"Am I Gay?" (with Garry Ingraham)
There are many men and women in the Church who struggle with all forms of sexual brokenness, including same-sex sexual desires. How can Christians love and…
PSR PodcastLiving Undefiled (with Nick Stumbo)
Why is pornography such a big deal? This is a common question in the culture, but not necessarily one of alarm, but rather questioning why ministries like ours…
PSR PodcastHow Can I Lead Others When I Can't Lead Myself?
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PSR PodcastWisdom from a Sage in Recovery Ministry
Sometimes we don’t have a “topic” for the podcast, but instead simply have a conversation with someone with loads of experience and wisdom in sexual struggles…
PSR PodcastLiving More Than a Love Story
How important is trust to emotional health and building strong, mature relationships? It is vital! Yet, many men we have served in our ministry struggle…
PSR PodcastUnderstanding Human Agency
Albert Bandura was a psychologist who is credited with developing the term “human agency,” which refers to how you act, think, and interact with life.In this…
PSR PodcastForgiving Forward (with Bruce and Toni Hebel)
Every Christian knows that forgiveness is central to salvation and restoration to God. But what does forgiveness look like between us and those who have hurt…
PSR PodcastNew Research on Why Women View Porn
Did you know that 58% of women who struggle with porn were exposed to porn before age 12? Or that 93% of women who struggle with porn never attend a support…
PSR Podcast4 Thoughts that Make Our Own Minds Feel Unsafe
Lots of men over the years have shared the sentiment of the following statement: “I’m good as long as I can stay out of my own head.” As we have unpacked this…
PSR PodcastBest of 2023: Back to the Basics of Sexual Integrity
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PSR PodcastBest of 2023: Helping Couples Walk the Path of Restoration After Sexual Betrayal
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PSR PodcastA 3-Year Roadmap of Recovery and Emotional Growth
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PSR PodcastUnderstanding Freedom, Identity, and Creativity in Addiction Recovery
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PSR PodcastA Youth Pastor's Conversation on Identity
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PSR PodcastThe Journey to Stay (with Steve & Lisa Goldberg)
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PSR PodcastGoing Deeper for Women: How Your Inner Child Impacts Your Love and Sex Addiction
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PSR PodcastBetter Screen Time for You and Your Family
Screens are everywhere and, while they are not bad or wrong as a tool, the way we engage them and what we allow on them can be negative. So, how can we build…
PSR PodcastHelping Men Navigate Between Logic and Emotion
Men, I’m really excited to bring you today’s program because Stephen and I are going to provide you with some VERY practical help for understanding how to…
PSR PodcastSelf-Care and Rest for Wives Healing from Betrayal Trauma
For over 10 years we have helped wives heal from sexual betrayal trauma. One aspect of this healing process that simply should not be overlooked is the need…
PSR PodcastBrothers Helping Brothers to Finish Well
Proverbs 27:17 says “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” This idea of helping each other get sharper is so common in our work with men…
PSR PodcastHow to Be at Peace in Aloneness
What is the difference between alone and lonely? Is there a healthy aspect to being alone and understanding who you are by yourself?In today’s episode, Stephen…
PSR PodcastAddressing Childhood Trauma in Men
Childhood sexual abuse is not something that only happens to girls. Boys are victims, too. Most of these boys grow up to be men who find it terribly difficult…
PSR PodcastChurch Ambassador Network (with Daniel Degner)
Today’s episode may be the most unique program we’ve ever done on our podcast. We are diving into the space of politics and government, and how Christians can…
PSR PodcastHelping the Next Generation Navigate Healthy Relationships
When many parents look across the cultural landscape they can become fearful, especially seeing the trajectory of sexual brokenness and confusion. But is there…
PSR PodcastThe Gentle Path Project (with Austin Couture)
One of our core values in ministry is story. It is often the primary bridge that connects people adrift in brokenness and addiction to the community of…
PSR PodcastEmotional Safety in Marriage
When a husband betrays his wife’s trust through sexual acting out, this can cause feelings of deep insecurity to arise in a wife – even to the point of feeling…
PSR PodcastGrace-Based Transformation (Book Review)
I’m so excited about today’s program. I have written a new book that was released this month. It is entitled Grace-Based Transformation: The 3-Stage Journey to…
PSR PodcastEmotional Transformation Therapy for Betrayed Wives
Betrayal in marriage is a trauma. Many wives have struggled to find healing because the help they have received simply didn’t address the trauma.Today’s guest…
PSR PodcastMaking Sense of the Sexual Revolution
How did we get to where we are today when it comes to sexual brokenness, confusion, and outright rebellion against God’s design for sex?In this episode, our…
PSR PodcastHelping Pastors Recover from Sexual Brokenness
Pastors are regular men in a position of great responsibility. They are not immune to sexual temptations. How can the church help pastors recover from sexual…
PSR PodcastLife Lessons from an Older Man
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PSR PodcastOur Born Identity (with Randy & Cynthia Lail)
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