On this episode: Aaron has a tall bed and drinks water at night. Nate appreciates easy night pees. And what is a “pirate pastry”? This week, Nate and Aaron interview Troy Snyder. Troy is an LPC with 25+ years experience, specializing in sex addiction, anger management, men's issues, and also the president of the C-CSAS where he equips the next generation. He shares his story of being “dumb as a box of rocks” as part of his restoration and growth. Troy integrates the Bible and Psychology, encouraging conversation instead of battles. What is a specific or general revelation? And how do you pray specifically in healing? Links: Troy at Restoration Counseling AtlantaNEW Samson Community App (Apple store) NEW Samson Community App (Google Store) 2026 Samson Summit If you have thoughts or questions and you'd like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.  The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society. For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   Restoration Counseling of Atlanta Troy Snyder, LPC, CCSAS, CPCS - Christian Sex Addiction Counseling Troy uses Christian counseling to help men manage sexual struggle, improve purity, and rebuild relational health. He also helps with anger management. Written by Betsyadmin Est. reading time 3 minutes Feb 25th, 2018 https://restoration

On this episode: Aaron talks about decimation, how the church kills its own, and the need to have a clear path to restoration. Nate gives examples of grace, healing, and forgiveness. Sharing how grace triumphs over judgement. The NEW Samson App is out (see links below)! This week, Nate and Aaron interview Erin Moniz. Erin is from Waco, TX, a deacon, associate chaplain at Baylor University and many other roles. She shares how vulnerability is the currency of intimacy. They discuss how transparency and vulnerability are not the same things, transparency keeps people at arms length. How close should your spouse be? Tips on making new friends at any stage of life, maybe join a cult? Also, how a Silas is like learning to be a freaking friend. All this and more! Book: Knowing and Being Known: Hope for All Our Intimate Relationships, by: Erin MonizNEW Samson Community App (Apple store) NEW Samson Community App (Google Store) 2026 Samson Summit If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society. For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a 

On this episode: Aaron makes a sports joke! Nate talks to his first sponsor. They also discuss funny t-shirts, stickers, and Kevin-Kevin! The NEW Samson App is out (see links below)!This week, Nate and Aaron interview Bill and Kristi Gaultiere. Bill is a psychologist and ordained pastor and Kristi is a psychotherapist and both are published authors. They co-found Soul Shepherding in Irvine, California. They discuss deeper ways to connect with God as they understand themselves at a deeper level. Bill and Kristi help us learn to be empathetic towards ourselves, so that we can give it to others. Is empathy nature or nurture? Do you have self shame that prevents you from receiving love, grace, and care? What is empathy fatigue? And also the topic of HSP - Highly sensitive person, which includes 20% of humans! All this, and more!Links: Soul Shepherding Retreats Soul Talks Podcast Book: Deeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God’s Great Empathy for You, by: Bill and Kristi GaultiereNEW Samson Community App (Apple store) NEW Samson Community App (Google Store) 2026 Samson SummitIf you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at 

On this episode: Aaron is not in the mood to be here. Nate feels guilt for his callousness. Both share their struggles with change, loss, and grief. The NEW Samson App is out (see links below)!This week, Nate and Aaron interview Amber Smith. Amber is an unexpected writer/author, speaker, wife, and mom from Texas. She shares on the theology of suffering through her personal experience with the loss of a child. They discuss how to grieve, suffer, and weep amidst responsibilities of taking care of kids, jobs, etc. Other topics include: How to have the courage to cry and grieve as a man, leaning in and sitting with others in suffering, what to say or not to say, its ok not to fix someone, and how to process together in relationship.Links: Amber Smith Amber on Instagram Book: The Girl on the Bathroom Floor: Held Together When Everything is Falling Apart, by: Amber SmithNEW Samson Community App (Apple store) NEW Samson Community App (Google Store) 2026 Samson Summit   If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   Arise With Amber Arise With Amber | Discussion about Life, Love, Joy and Grief Arise with Amber is a weekly Youtube series where I speak honestly and openly about life, love, joy and g

On this episode: Aaron has free time and is complimented for being calm in the storm. Nate discusses the importance of service in recovery. Also, the NEW Samson App is out (see links below)!This week, Nate and Aaron interview Rob Lohman. Rob is the founder and CEO of Christian Rehab Services, an author, podcaster, and has ADHD. Rob shares his dreams of becoming an addict, coming back to Jesus, and helping others. He talks about his time in alcohol and gambling addiction, and prison. He shares his thoughts on substance and process addiction and the importance of community in overcoming either. Rob helps to make it ok to talk about intrusive thoughts by sharing his experiences. He also shares his favorite inspirational movie and his personal phone number! Links: Rob’s Free Book Christian Rehab ServicesNEW Samson Community App (Apple store) NEW Samson Community App (Google Store) Nov 7-9, 2025 Samson Summit Virtual Experience If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society. For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   recoverwithrob.com Stop the chaos of addiction: The Addiction Intervention Book: 11 Breakthrough Strategies for Professionals and Families to Help Clients and Loved Ones Discover FREEDOM From Addiction Stop the cycle of addiction today! Let today be YO

On this episode: Aaron prepares new flip-flops and shares how he terrified people in the special olympics. Nate was neglected of comedy. They discuss Jesus being a comedian.This week, Nate and Aaron interview Ron Pearson. Ron is a comedian, actor, street performer, and ADHDer. Ron knows how to juggle, really well. He attributes his success to ADHD, connecting two things that don’t seem related. Ron shares statistics that challenge those with ADHD as well as many strengths from it. He talks about youth trauma and its links to ADHD, addiction, and intimacy disorder. And this question: How can you be known if you can’t express your feelings?Don’t forget to rate and subscribe on your favorite podcast players. Nov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens Retreat If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.Recovery is not for people who need it but for people who want it.   Samson Society Help Us Reach More Men - Samson Society This site, built and maintained by Samson House, is an effort to turn the computer or smartphone—which has often served as an instrument of destruction—into an instrument of healing. Through this site and the Samson app, men all around the world are being invited into the kind of authentic conversation that actually meets our deep needs.

On this episode Aaron and Nate discuss recovery quotes and prescribe them for others. This week, Nate and Aaron interview Steven Shields. Steven returns and is moving fast. Steve wanted to talk to Aaron, who starts showering with questions. Therapy lacks culture and is useless. Steve teaches: recover, heal, done, so hopeful! Guidance on how to find a therapist, with a purpose. How to fire your therapist or cult, if it isn’t uplifting and forward moving. Also, guidance on how to lead a peer recovery group, STICK TO THE SCRIPT! Don’t forget to rate and subscribe on your favorite podcast players.Links: Accepted Life Unashamed Unafraid Podcast Steve Shields EmailNov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens Retreat If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House. Recovery is not for people who need it but for people who want it.   Accepted Therapy and Coaching Accepted Therapy & Coaching MORE THAN A THERAPIST. Healing is possible, and healing can happen today. Take the first step towards a healthier, happier, and more whole life. Written by Justin Martin Time to read Less than a minute Feb 13th, 2024   unashamedunafraid.com Unashamed Unafraid A podcast unashamed about sexual addiction recovery and unafraid of coming unto Christ for healing. Hope. Love. Compassion.

On this episode: Aaron and Nate reveal that there is a mysterious donor who is matching your Samson Society donations up to $50,000.00!!!!! Also this episode, Aaron is an angry wanker, and gratitude is as real as $!itty stuff. This week, Nate and Aaron interview Noah Filipiak. Noah is an author, pastor, podcaster, and dad. Noah and the guys discuss conversations that need to happen. He guides us on how to talk to kids and teens about sex and why. There is a challenge for parents to parent. Navigating healing from the purity culture. The discussion and need for teen support groups. Other topics include hero!ne in the fruity pebbles, worshipful sex, Dishwalla, Inglorious Basterds, and more. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe on your favorite podcast players.Links: Noah Filipiak Beyond the BattleBooks: Needed Navigation, by: Noah Filipiak Beyond the Battle, by: Noah Filipiak Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today’s Young Kids, by: Kristen A. JensonNov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens Retreat If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society. For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support

On this episode: Aaron and Justin are at the American Association of Christian Counselors Convention. They are surprised at the volume of men and women asking for info. The topic of prevention and early conversations in dating are also thrown around.This week, Nate and Aaron interview Reese & Wendy Crane. Reese a former minister and now the director of the gateway to freedom weekend. Wendy is a writer. While in ministry, Reese began to question his faith. He shares his story of being bullied, confusion in friendships, distance from parents, failed ministry, and burnout, and how all of that led to addiction and later recovery. Reese and Wendy share their story of an affair and later marriage. Wendy shares how she has experienced healing through writing books to share her story. Links: Wendy Crane Other Woman Ministries Be Broken - Gateway To FreedomBook: The Scandal of Virginia Grey, by: Wendy GreyNov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens RetreatIf you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3

On this episode: Nate and Aaron are back from a place that is difficult to pronounce. They give an update on the new website and its local benefits.This week, Nate and Aaron talk to returning guest Chris Bruno. Chris is the 2025 Samson Summit speaker. Discussions include masculine vision, purpose, intention, and design. How avoiding discussing sex and sexuality limits your understanding of God. They also discuss three layers of contempt that Adam and Even experienced. And all your New Mexico Samson Summit questions answered, there’s still time to sign up.Links: Chris Bruno Restoration Project Restore CounselingNov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens RetreatIf you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   chrisbruno.org Chris Bruno Chris Bruno is a storywork sage for the masculine soul. Author, business owner, counselor, trainer, and non-profit founder, Chris is a trustworthy voice in the realm of story. (67 kB) https://www.chrisbruno.org/     restorationproject.net Restoration Project A nationwide community of men focused on healing their wounds, knowing God, and bringing their restorative presence to their world. Fathers, Brothers, Sons.     restory.life ReStory C

On this episode: Aaron is oppositional to better understand. Nate asks why. This week, Nate and Aaron talk to Ron Ovitt. Ron is an ordained minister, author, podcaster, pastoral counselor, recovery coach, and speaker. Ron specializes in emotional relearning. He wow’s us with this fact: emotions are learned, and they can be relearned! He explains and gives tips on reparenting. A controversial opinion of dopamine is discussed. And 3 steps for emotional regulation. It’s an eventful episode you won’t want to miss! Links: Ron’s Books Ron’s email Rov OvittNov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens RetreatIf you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   Mysite Ron Ovitt Ron Ovitt is an author, speaker, Pastoral Counselor, and Christian Recovery Coach who writes and speaks on emotional resilience, anxiety, PTSD, addictions, ADHD, Spiritual Disciplines, and the integration of Psychology and Christianity. (2 MB) https://www.ronovitt.com/     Samson House Store 2025 Samson Summit — Samson House Store Join us for an unforgettable weekend to explore your story, deepen your relationships, and live out your story as fully as God intended. When: Nov

On this episode: Nate sees in color. Aaron had a Bob Ross birthday party. AND a “shi**y painting prize” is offered! This week, Nate and Aaron talk to Ryan Soave. Ryan is a trauma and mindfulness expert, licensed mental health counselor, speaker, and consultant. He leads others to healing, self-discovery, and personal formation using neuroscience, somatic therapy, and ancient wisdom. Ryan shares his journey as a recovering alcoholic in 12-step. The topic of alone and lonely is discussed with depth, focused on feeling different, earning equality, and unknown expectations. And a friendly reminder that you can’t be too dumb but you can be too smart in recovery, meaning: you can’t think your way sober. Ryan discusses the practice of learning to experience pain and stress in the moment and how it leads to deeper joy. All this and more! Links: Ryan Soave YouTube Ryan Soave Instagram Ryan Soave WebsiteNov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens RetreatIf you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   Ryan Soave Home Page - Ryan Soave You’ve Mastered Success—Now, Let’s Master Peace Get Ryan’s Free Course Identify limiting beliefs, boost emotional resilience, and change how you handle challenges—in just six days. Book a 1:1 Consultation Get personalized guidance from Ryan Soave, a leader in emotional resilience and personal gr

On this episode: Aaron, Nate, Justin, and Alec all hang out. This week, Nate, Aaron, Justin, and Alec interview Nate Larkin, wait, what?!?. Nate Larkin is the host of the Pirate Monk Podcast, yes this very one! He is also an author, speaker, Silas, former pastor, and writes engineering papers and some other stuff. Nate shares more of his story and thoughts on relapse, from experience. They discuss how and why relapse happens, even the speed. Clues to a possible relapse include, but are not limited to: letting safeguards down, justification, lack of rest, ignoring feelings, not asking for help. The discussion also includes: how long to support another in recovery, and steps to heal, grow, and continue down the path.Books: Samson and the Pirate Monks: Calling Men to Authentic Brotherhood, by Nate LarkinNov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens RetreatIf you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   Samson House Store 2025 Samson Summit — Samson House Store Join us for an unforgettable weekend to explore your story, deepen your relationships, and live out your story as fully as God intended. When: November 7-9, 2025 Where: Camp Glorieta , a 2,400-acre campus located about 15 miles southeast of Santa Fe, New Mexico

On this episode: Aaron is preparing people for unfamiliar conversations with curiosity. And it’s a hot Thursday in August for Nate. This week, Nate and Aaron talk to Lisa Sharon Harper. Lisa is the founder and president of Freedom Road, a consultant group. She is also a theologian, activist, speaker, podcaster, author, college faculty, and trainer. Lisa helps us understand different perspectives, with illustrations from the show Roots, Plato, and Genesis One. She leads us to consider where we find our ID in our Christianity and politics, and which is first. Lisa also gives a fascinating history of flip flopping politics in the United States. And a final consideration that you don’t have to join a political party to be on “God’s side”. Other topics include the exclusion of James, 500 crucifixions per day during Jesus’s time, dehumanization, race division laws, and more.Links: Freedom Road Freedom Road PodcastBooks: The Very Good Gospel: How Everything Wrong Can Be Made Right Fortune: How Race Broke My Family and the World - and How to Repair It All Toward a Global Idea of Race, by: Denise Ferreira da Silva

Onthis episode: Aaron is formal and calls people. Nate is cool and discusses a stuffed animal fashion show. This week, Nate and Aaron talk to Phillip Wire. Phillip is 2016 teacher of the year, in his district, and an author. He discusses some of the good, and unfortunately, the bad of how schools got “trauma informed.” Three life disruptions, including less sleep, less exercise, and less face-to-face interaction are issues facing students as well as many other people and industries. Phillip discusses the fascinating role of “environmental therapy” and how we can heal and grow outside of paying a therapist. He guides parents to have honest conversations about technology with kids and to lead by example. Phillip has many suggestions of how to “make things better,” and also reminds us to experiment because there’s not “one-size-fits-all.” All this, and more! Links: Phillip Wire Facebook Author Page BrickBooks: The Kids Are Not Alright: The Real Roots of Today's Youth Mental Health Crisis

On this episode: Aaron wears two pairs of pants and is rude to magicians. Nate rustles up someone. This week, Nate and Aaron talk to Mark Greene. Mark is a Texas native living in Manhattan, NY, who has learned to make friends and is guiding us. He imparts some startling statistics that may motivate you to make friends. Mark shares how he meets guys in the park, modeled after another group he saw. Guys pair up and walk and talk! He lets us know that understanding ourselves happens in relationship, and that there is strength in numbers. And the big question: if you are only doing purposeful work, is real friendship happening? All this, and more!Links: Walking Talking Men Walking VideoBooks: Deep Secrets: Boys’ Friendship and the Crisis of Connection, by: Niobe WaySept. 12-14, 2025 Austrian Retreat Nov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens Retreat   If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Sam

On this episode: Nate shares an article about how smart phones keep us addicted to novelty, validation, and stimulation. This week, Nate and Aaron talk to Michael Long. Michael is an author, lecturer, physicist, play/screen/speech writer, and former comedian. He discusses the meaning of and the good and bad of dopamine. He shares how porn, serial dating, and the over usage of technology are all dopamine grabs. Comparing dopamine to gasoline, both can be good and bad. Michael shares that there is hope and that living beyond one’s self is key. He shares several exercises to help us tame dopamine and use it effectively for a full life. Also, Michael will show up at your book club meeting, listen to find out how!Contact: Taming The MoleculeBooks: Taming the Molecule of More: A Step-by-Step Guide to Make Dopamine Work for You, by: Michael E. Long THe Molecule Of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity - And Will Determine The Fate of the Human Race, by: Daniel Z Lieberman MD, Michael E. Long, et al.Sept. 12-14, 2025 Austrian Retreat Nov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred J

On this episode: Nate is still in his car. Aaron sleeps in a Prius and shares that weird is not an emotion.This week, Nate and Aaron talk to Steve Shields . Steve is a hope dealer who also is a counselor, speaker, recovery coach, founder, board member, probably some more cool stuff too. Steve thinks, as a counselor, most of therapy is a waste of time. He shares his story of being “thanked for not having problems” growing up, and his intro to porn. Sharing how when performance doesn’t work how important it is to double down and perform harder. Steven explains how ibuprofen and porn do the same thing. The guys discuss how its common to hit rock bottom multiple times or being the prodigal son multiple times, and how power and accountability are connected.Links: Accepted Life Unashamed Unafraid Podcast Steve Shields EmailSept. 12-14, 2025 Austrian Retreat Nov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens RetreatIf you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   Accepted Therapy and Coaching Accepted Therapy & Coaching MORE THAN A THERAPIST. Healing is possible, and healing can happen today. Take the first step towards a healthier, happier, and more whole life. Written by Justin Martin Time to read Less than a minute Feb 13th, 2

Kevin Addams  6:30 AM On this episode: Nate sits in a car and attempts to get in touch with his grief. Aaron is home and asks Nate questions.This week, Nate and Aaron talk to Doug Lynam. Doug is a former Marine and Monk, an Enneagram expert, speaker, and coach. Doug shares his story of rebellion that led to becoming a marine for approval from his dad. Then a monk to piss his dad off. And how all this lead to Doug becoming an expert in finances and the Enneagram. Doug has made the Enneagram easier to understand, practical, and applicable. Listen along as 4 pillars of finance are shared that can make your life better.Book: Taming Your Money Monster: Nine Paths to Money Mastery with the Enneagram From Monk to Money Manager: A Former Monk’s Financial Guide to Becoming a Little Bit Wealthy—-and Why That’s OkaySept. 12-14, 2025 Austrian Retreat Nov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens Retreat   If you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.Th

On this episode: Nate flies solo while Aaron finishes his epic road trip. Nate performs a wedding and shares his wife, Ali’s health update. This week, Nate and Robert Wolgemuth talk about the end. Robert has written a lot of books, he is also a publisher and business man. He shares that we need to have four pallbearers planned, perhaps not who you think. Robert guides us through things to consider in loving consideration of those we care about in our lives.Book: The Finish Line: Dispelling Fear, Finding Peace, and Preparing for the End of Your Life, by: Robert WolgemuthSept. 12-14, 2025 Austrian Retreat Nov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens RetreatIf you have thoughts or questions and you’d like the guys to address in upcoming episodes or suggestions for future guests, please drop a note to piratemonkpodcast@gmail.com.The music on this podcast is contributed by members of the Samson Society.For more information on this ministry, please visit samsonsociety.com. Support for the women in our lives who have been impacted by our choices is available at sarahsociety.com.The Pirate Monk Podcast is provided by Samson Society, a ministry of Samson House, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. To enjoy future Pirate Monk podcasts, please consider a contribution to Samson House.   Samson House Store Samson European Retreat: RAV 47 — Samson House Store 38 hours + 5 meals