How does pornography affect a marriage—and what does it take to break the secrecy and rebuild trust? In this episode of Dadcast, host Billy Dry talks with Don Hopkins about pornography addiction, childhood trauma, emotional intimacy, and the work of healing as a husband and father. Don shares how growing up around abuse shaped his search for safety and connection, how pornography affected his marriage, and why admitting he had a problem was an essential first step. Together, Billy and Don explore the pressures facing dads raising children with special needs, the temptation to escape difficult emotions, and the cost of keeping those struggles hidden.This honest, faith-centered conversation looks beyond stopping a behavior to address the wounds underneath it—and the relationships that need care along the way. In this episode: • Don’s personal experience with childhood trauma and pornography • The connection between secrecy, shame, and isolation • How hidden porn use can affect trust and intimacy in marriage • Why stopping pornography doesn’t automatically repair the hurt • What loving, honest accountability can look like • Being more present as a husband and special needs dad • Faith, forgiveness, and taking responsibility for healing “My wife deserves a healed me.” — Don Hopkins If you’re a dad struggling in silence, or you want to better understand how pornography can affect a family, this conversation offers personal perspective, honest reflection, and encouragement to seek support. Subscribe to Dadcast for candid conversations about fatherhood, faith, marriage, and raising children with special needs. Share this episode with a dad who could use the encouragement.EPISODE CHAPTERS Content note: This episode includes frank, non-graphic discussion of pornography, childhood abuse, and sexual exploitation.#Dadcast #Fatherhood #PornographyRecovery
