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Pirate Monk Podcast

Nate Larkin
Recovery
Mental Health
Addiction
Addiction Recovery
Therapy
Christianity
Trauma
Samson Society
Pornography
Community Support
Christian Counseling
Vulnerability
Marriage
Faith
Sexual Addiction
Intimacy
Healing
Sexuality
Shame
Purity Culture

A (mostly) weekly podcast produced by members of the Samson Society

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes300Founded17 years ago
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Latest Episodes

This week, Aaron hosts solo.

Aarons talks with Nina Pick. Nina is a somatic healing practitioner and integrative counselor, Neuro Affective Touch practitioner, group facilitator, and author. She shares her story of recovery since 2009. Nina explains... more

In this episode, Nate Larkin and Ken Romero explore the themes of vulnerability, grace, and the transformative power of connection through personal stories and biblical insights. Whether you're facing your own struggles or seeking encouragement to co... more

This week, Aaron has been thinking about building others up.

Nate and Aaron talk to Matthew LaPine. Matthew is from Nebraska where he is the director of equipping, a father, husband, podcaster, and author. He teaches how growth happens through the e... more

Aaron joins us from England. He talks to a couple of Samson guys on a journey.

Nate and Aarons talk to Jay Kim. Jay is not a politician. He is a preacher, podcaster, author, board member, and good at answering questions on the spot. Jay’s story incl... more

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Recent Guests

Matthew A. LaPine
Director of Equipping at City Light Church, Omaha; PhD in Theology/Neuroscience
City Light Church, Omaha; Baker Academic publisher
Episode: 522 | The Road to Church Through the Therapist Office| | Matthew LaPine
Jay Kim
Lead pastor of West Gate, Silicon Valley, author and speaker on digital culture and faith
West Gate Church, Silicon Valley
Episode: 521| Digital Addiction | Jay Kim
Giff Lasta
Author, coach, founder of Reforged Marriage
Reforged Marriage
Episode: 520 | Growing in Wisdom | Giff Lasta
Wayne Jacobsen
Author and speaker focused on living loved by a gracious Father
lifestream.org, thegodjourney.com
Episode: 519 | Discovering God’s Love in All Circumstances | Wayne Jacobsen
Nancy Pearcey
Professor and scholar-in-residence at Houston Christian University
Houston Christian University
Episode: 518 | The Toxic War on Masculinity | Dr. Nancy Pearcey
Jim Cress
Therapist, CSAT-trained, trauma and addiction specialist
Private practice; Bethesda Workshops; OnSite programs
Episode: 517 | Men Don’t Need Therapy | JIm Cress
Chris Sicks
Pastor of One Voice Fellowship; founder of For The Nations DC
One Voice Fellowship; For The Nations DC
Episode: 516 | Sympathy for Pharisees | Chris Sicks
Mark Greene
Founder of Walking Talking Men
Walking Talking Men
Episode: 515 | Adult Friendship | Mark Greene
Kelly Flanagan
Renowned author, clinical psychologist, counselor, speaker
Author; Clinical Psychologist
Episode: 514 | Core Needs Around Human Connection| Dr. Kelly Flanagan

Hosts

Nathan Larkin
Host of The Pirate Monk Podcast; central figure in Samson Society
Aaron Porter
Co-host; regular presence guiding conversations and community focus

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 236 ratings
  • Shines a light in the dark places

    Thank you Nate and Aaron for creating this powerful podcast. It’s like turning on a flashlight in the dark places of our lives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JasonDM16
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing podcast!!!

    So helpful, encouraging, & practical!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frank Honess
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great stuff!

    Thanks for putting these shows out! Great content and real conversations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    olZacharye
    United States2 years ago
  • Real recovery begins with connection

    I began attending online Samson Society meetings at the beginning of the pandemic. I found men at all stages of recovery, but we all had one thing in common. We needed connection. This has been the best part of my 25-year journey of recovery.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChattDawg
    United States3 years ago
  • Encouraging Information

    I was in the Sampson Society about 10 years ago. I’m in another program now (Celebrate Recovery) and these podcasts are so encouraging and add to my recovery work in that program. I connect on a deep level and always take away a truth - even if just a nugget - that helps me to love and accept myself. That’s huge. I am grateful!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dfleeper
    United States4 years ago

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Fans appreciate real talk about pornography, grace, and spiritual growth.
Listeners praise authenticity, practical recovery guidance, and compassionate discussions.
Audiences value the community aspect and accountability frameworks discussed.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

522 | The Road to Church Through the Therapist Office| | Matthew LaPine
Q: How should listeners approach grief and addiction from a faith-informed perspective?
Grief work is framed as narrative therapy, with emphasis on telling the story, acknowledging pain, and reconfiguring narratives in community; recovery involves recognizing the interplay of emotion and cognition and pursuing hope anchored in eschatological promises.
522 | The Road to Church Through the Therapist Office| | Matthew LaPine
Q: How do you retrieve a theological understanding of psychology in light of Aquinas and Calvin?
LaPine discusses the three-tier model (rational, vegetative, and middle interaction) and how the Reformation collapsed the middle tier; he argues for integrating emotion as part of a holistic anthropology, reading psychology through a Christian lens while maintaining sola Scriptura as norming norm.
522 | The Road to Church Through the Therapist Office| | Matthew LaPine
Q: What turned the lights on for you regarding emotions and faith?
The guest explains how OCD, scrupulosity, and a shift toward embodiment reframed emotions within a theological context, moving from seeing emotions as purely sinful to understanding them as meaningful signals that can be formed through faith, therapy, and spiritual practice.
521| Digital Addiction | Jay Kim
Q: How did Jay Kim's personal experience with digital distraction shape his work and writing?
Jay describes recognizing his own smartphone addiction about eight years ago, which motivated his exploration of analogue approaches and embodied presence. This led to Analogue Church and later The Pace of Peace, emphasizing transformation through concrete, relational practices rather than digital perfection. He also discusses COVID-era shifts and how the book's themes gained resonance when virtual meetings became necessary.
519 | Discovering God’s Love in All Circumstances | Wayne Jacobsen
Q: How do you describe the shift from imputed righteousness to living justly from within, and why is it important for everyday life?
Righteousness becomes a becoming through Jesus's work in us, not merely a declaration; true justice flows from a life rooted in love, which changes how we treat people and live in community.

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What is Pirate Monk Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on recovery, grace, and healthy faith communities, with a strong emphasis on masculine brotherhood, authenticity, and open-hearted dialogue. Across episodes, conversations weave together personal recovery journeys, relational dynamics, and institutional critique—often through the lens of Christian faith, accountability, and community-led healing. Noteworthy is the mix of practical frameworks (for relationships, parenting, and recovery), candid storytelling, and a recurring focus on building supportive communities like Samson Society and related initiatives. It's likely to appeal to listeners seeking real-talk about addiction recovery, healthy boundaries, and faith-informed personal growth, with a bias toward concrete tools... more

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