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Interviewing experts to help parents and caring adults safeguard the young hearts and minds of the children they love as they navigate the digital world.

Ariela's Journey to Recovery from Porn

Ariela Nettleton • John 3:17, Matthew 5:28–32, Romans 12:2

Ariela shares her story on how she became a porn addict and how she found freedom. Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://detoxifypornblocker.com/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - https://canopy.us/ Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - https://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - https://screenstrong.org/ Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - https://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resourceshttp://heartmatters-ok.orghttps://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources

Ariela and Female Porn Addiction

Ariela Nettleton • Hebrews 12:1, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Timothy 2:22

Ariela shares her experience recovering from pornography and offers tips for other porn addicts seeking freedom. Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://detoxifypornblocker.com/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - https://canopy.us/ Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - https://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - https://screenstrong.org/ Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - https://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resourceshttp://heartmatters-ok.orghttps://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources

Kristen Jenson

Kristen Jenson • Matthew 5:28–32, Proverbs 22:6, 1 Peter 5:8–10

Kristen shares how she became involved in exploitation prevention. She provides tips and resources how you can start protecting your children from inappropriate content online. Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://detoxifypornblocker.com/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - https://canopy.us/ Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - https://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - https://screenstrong.org/ Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - https://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resourceshttp://heartmatters-ok.orghttps://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources

Cyberbullying and Smart Devices

Johnathan Mckee • James 3:8–10, Matthew 7:12

Jonathan McKee talks about cyberbullying and parenting "Generation Screen." Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://detoxifypornblocker.com/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - https://canopy.us/ Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - https://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - https://screenstrong.org/ Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - https://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resourceshttp://heartmatters-ok.orghttps://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources

Talking Social Media, Pornography, and Parenting Tips

Chris McKenna • Proverbs 22:6, 1 Peter 5:8–10

Chris McKenna, Founder and CEO of Protect Young Eyes, talks about what he believes is the right age for children to have smartphones and social media, how the adolescent brain handles pornography, and 5 things a parent needs to know before talking with their child about pornography. Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://detoxifypornblocker.com/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - https://canopy.us/ Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - https://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - https://screenstrong.org/ Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - https://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resourceshttp://heartmatters-ok.orghttps://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources

Screen Time and Your Kids

Arlene Pellicane • Romans 12:2, Proverbs 22:6

Arlene Pellicane is a mom, speaker, author of several books including Calm, Cool and Connected, and host of The Happy Home Podcast. She joins us to talk about Part One of the book she co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman called Screen Kids. We talk about how the phone is like a childhood killer, and how screen time may be affecting our kid's brains, their relationships, their safety, and their emotional health. Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://detoxifypornblocker.com/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - https://canopy.us/ Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - https://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - https://screenstrong.org/ Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - https://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resourceshttp://heartmatters-ok.orghttps://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources

Top Digital Tips and Tricks

Doug Crawford • Proverbs 22:6, Malachi 2:15–17

Doug Crawford goes in-depth about the five layers of protection we need to help safeguard our kids as they navigate the online world. These layers that form a pyramid, start with the base layer of relationship, then build on that in the following order: WiFi, device, location, and app. Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://familyfirsttechnology.com/detoxify-porn-blocker/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – http://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - http://getcanopy.com Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - http://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - http://screenstrong.org Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - http://barnesandnoble.com The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – http://amazon.com Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - http://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at http://heartmatters-ok.org!

Child Trafficking: Signs to Look for and Why God Doesn’t Intervene

Kristen Weiss • Luke 17:2, 1 Peter 5:8–10

Kristen Weiss shares how to protect your child from being groomed by online predators and how you as a parent can help fight against human trafficking. Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://detoxifypornblocker.com/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - https://canopy.us/ Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - https://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - https://screenstrong.org/ Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - https://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resourceshttp://heartmatters-ok.orghttps://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources

A Couple's Journey Through Porn Addiction

Malachi 2:15–16, Proverbs 5:15–21

Jeff and Kelly share how pornography has affected their lives, their marriage and their family. They hold men's and women's groups where they use the Conquer Series video & book study to help others be set free from the bondage of pornography and sexual addiction. Listen to their words of wisdom and what they have learned after their journey through the study, as well as what they have learned walking others through it. Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://detoxifypornblocker.com/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - https://canopy.us/ Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - https://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - https://screenstrong.org/ Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - https://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resourceshttp://heartmatters-ok.orghttps://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources

A Wife's Story

Malachi 2:15–17, Matthew 5:28–32

Kelly wants to share her experience and knowledge as the wife of a pornography and addict in hopes that she can help other wives not only better understand these addictions, but come to the realization that it is not their fault. Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://detoxifypornblocker.com/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - https://canopy.us/ Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - https://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - https://screenstrong.org/ Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - https://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resourceshttp://heartmatters-ok.orghttps://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources

A Porn Addict's Story

Matthew 5:28–32, 2 Timothy 2:22, Romans 3:23

What happened to Jeff when he was 7 years old led him to be sexually active and into pornography and sexual addiction. He talks about his past, his struggles, and how God led him to find the help he needed to be free from these addictions. He shares his story in hopes that those who are struggling with one or both of these addictions can also find healing, just as he did. Our recommended resources: Detoxify our favorite blocker - https://detoxifypornblocker.com/ Covenant Eyes our favorite screen monitor – https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Canopy AI our recommended blocker for families with kids - https://canopy.us/ Our favorite Porn Recovery course - https://pinnacleofman.com/dopamine-discipline/ Bark our recommended cyberbullying monitor - https://www.bark.us/ Screen Strong our favorite book on screen addiction - https://screenstrong.org/ Your Brain On Porn our favorite book for understanding Porn Addiction - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-porn-gary-wilson/1121182617 The Bullying Breakthrough our favorite book on Cyberbullying – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582http://barnesandnoble.comhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bullying-breakthrough-jonathan-mckee/1128090026?ean=9781683229582 Pin Wheel our recommended smart phone alternative - https://www.pinwheel.com/ As always, the most effective blocker is to not give your kids an Internet connected device, computer, or game system. You can find more information on our Resources Page at https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources https://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resourceshttp://heartmatters-ok.orghttps://www.heartmatters-ok.org/resources