Unhooked: Breaking Porn Addiction Podcast

Jeremy Lipkowitz
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  • Sexuality
  • Updated Weekly

Unhooked is a podcast dedicated to helping people break free from porn addiction and other compulsive behaviors related to the internet, sex, and intimacy. Rooted in Buddhist wisdom, neuroscience, coaching, and mindfulness, the show explores practical strategies for lasting recovery and personal transformation. Each episode features leading experts, scientists, coaches, and individuals in recovery, sharing their insights, experiences, and expertise to guide listeners on their path to healing and freedom.

  1. 2d ago

    Why Focusing Too Much on Recovery Is Keeping You Stuck

    🔹 Want to break free? Be on the Unhooked Academy waitlist: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Have you been working harder and harder at recovery, only to feel like you're getting nowhere? In this episode, I share five reasons why focusing too much on recovery can actually keep you stuck. We explore the neuroscience behind why white-knuckling, obsessing over streaks, and making recovery your entire identity often backfires and what to do instead. True freedom doesn't come from fighting urges harder. It comes from building a life so meaningful, fulfilling, and exciting that porn becomes irrelevant. What if the breakthrough you're looking for isn't about trying harder but about focusing on something bigger? If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, and creating a life you don't want to escape from. 🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro Get my FREE 14-day slip reset here: https://unhookedacademy.com/reset Connect with Jeremy: 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:47 The Streak Trap 04:25 The Pink Elephant Problem 06:24 Recovery Isn't Your Identity 08:14 Stop Pulling Weeds 09:47 How to Handle Urges 12:11 What Real Recovery Looks Like 14:15 Resources & Final Thoughts

    17 min

  2. Jun 8

    Why You Keep Doing Things That Hurt You, with Dr. Daniel Hochman, Creator of Self Recovery Program

    🔹 Want to break free?  Be on the Unhooked Academy: https://form.typeform.com/to/I4WMlmdl What if addiction isn't actually about dopamine, genetics, or a lack of willpower? In this episode, I sit down with psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Hochman to explore a radically different way of understanding addiction and recovery. We discuss why people continue doing things they know are hurting them, why the traditional medical model often misses the bigger picture, and how addiction may be better understood as a learned pattern for regulating difficult internal states. We also dive into the powerlessness debate, the role of agency in recovery, the famous Rat Park experiment, Buddhist philosophy, neuroplasticity, and why true freedom comes from developing the ability to tolerate discomfort rather than constantly escaping it. If you've ever struggled with porn addiction, compulsive behaviors, cravings, or simply understanding why humans do things that work against their own best interests, this conversation will challenge the way you think about recovery. In this episode you'll learn: What addiction really isWhy people relapse despite knowing betterThe problem with the "powerless" mindsetHow agency accelerates recoveryWhat the Rat Park experiment teaches usWhy Buddhism offers powerful recovery toolsHow to build lasting freedom and self-masteryRecovery isn't about becoming a different person. It's about learning how to relate differently to yourself. If this episode helped you, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, freedom, and meaningful change. 👉 Join Unhooked Academy and connect with a community of men committed to growth and recovery. 🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro Connect with Jeremy: 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Connect with Dr. Daniel Hochman 🌍 Website: https://www.selfrecovery.org/daniel-hochman-md/ 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdanielhochman/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 05:17 What Is Addiction Really? 07:34 A Better Definition of Addiction 09:02 The Path Out of Addiction 12:08 Buddhism and Recovery 14:08 Are Addictions Genetic? 19:10 Taking Ownership of Recovery 20:00 The Problem With Powerlessness 24:17 Agency, Neuroplasticity, and Change 31:15 How Beliefs Shape Recovery 42:05 Why Restraint Creates Freedom 49:15 Why We Choose Short-Term Pleasure 51:45 The Rat Park Experiment 57:15 The First Step to Recovery 01:02:15 Building Self-Trust Through Restraint 01:02:50 Self Recovery Program & Final Thoughts

    1h 8m

  3. Jun 1

    Why Successful Men Fail at Home, with Coach Mitchell Osmond, Host of The Dad Nation Podcast

    🔹 Want to break free?  Be on the Unhooked Academy: https://form.typeform.com/to/I4WMlmdl Have you built success in your career but still feel disconnected at home? In this episode, I sit down with Mitchell Osmond, Host of The Dad Nation Podcast, to talk about one of the biggest challenges facing modern men: succeeding professionally while struggling in their relationships, emotional health, and family life. We explore why so many high-performing men feel competent at work but lost at home, the role emotional intelligence plays in recovery and relationships, and how accountability, brotherhood, and honest conversations can completely transform your life. We also dive into rebuilding trust after betrayal, why community is essential for overcoming addiction, and practical tools for creating deeper emotional connection with your partner. In this conversation, you'll learn: Why success at work doesn't guarantee success at homeThe hidden cost of emotional disconnectionHow accountability accelerates recoveryWhy most men struggle with emotional intelligencePractical ways to improve communication in your relationshipHow to rebuild trust after betrayalThe power of brotherhood and community If you're trying to become a better husband, father, partner, or man, this episode is for you. 👉 Join Unhooked Academy and connect with a community of men committed to growth and recovery. If this episode helped you, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, relationships, and real transformation. 🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro Connect with Jeremy: 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Connect with Mitchell Osmond 🌍 Website: https://www.dadnationco.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadnationco 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@melissahadleybarrett 🎙️ Podcast: The Dad Nation Podcast (available on Spotify, YouTube & Apple Podcasts): https://www.dadnationco.com/podcast  How healthy is your marriage - really? Take this 2 minute relationship audit show you exactly where your marriage stands, and what to do next. High-Performance Husband™️ Audit: https://www.dadnationco.com/audit Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 06:12 A Funeral Wake-Up Call 07:29 How He Turned His Life Around 13:13 The Power of Mentorship 18:06 Why Most Men Stay Stuck 20:02 The Problem With Going Alone 22:28 Winning at Work, Losing at Home 28:17 Why Emotional Connection Matters 31:10 The RISE Conversation Framework 50:43 The Bliss of Blamelessness 55:21 Questions That Strengthen Relationships 58:45 Final Thoughts & Resources

    1h 3m

  4. May 25

    The quote that changed EVERYTHING for me: Where Buddhist wisdom meets modern neuroscience (Rebroadcast)

    🔹 Want to break free? Be on the Unhooked Academy: https://form.typeform.com/to/I4WMlmdl This is a rebroadcast of one of the episodes that had a huge impact on me personally, something I wanted to bring back for newer listeners. In this episode, I share a simple quote that completely changed the way I think about recovery, happiness, and the habits we build in our minds. It became one of the foundations for breaking free from porn addiction and creating a more meaningful life. We talk about how your thoughts shape your brain, why certain mental patterns keep you stuck, and how to intentionally cultivate the qualities that actually lead to peace, fulfillment, and freedom. What are you repeatedly thinking about and who is it shaping you into? If this resonated with you, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, and real change. 🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro Connect with Jeremy: 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:58 The Quote That Changed My Life 02:57 Thoughts Become Mental Habits 04:16 Neuroscience Behind Your Thoughts 05:15 Training Your Mind for Happiness 06:36 Why Pleasure Doesn’t Fulfill You 07:20 Cultivate Contentment and Peace 08:31 Free Slip Reset Resource

    9 min

  5. May 18

    How to Stay Committed When Your Motivation Runs Out: Burn the Boats! (Rebroadcast)

    🔹 Want to break free? Be on the Unhooked Academy: https://form.typeform.com/to/I4WMlmdl This is a rebroadcast of one of the most impactful episodes from the archive, something I wanted to bring back for newer listeners. In this episode, I talk about a powerful recovery strategy called “burning the boats”,  what to do when motivation disappears, when you know what you should be doing, but you still keep falling back into old habits. We explore why relying on motivation alone often fails, and how creating real commitment can completely change your recovery journey. What would change in your life if going back was no longer an option? If this resonated with you, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, and real change. 🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro Connect with Jeremy: 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 05:21 The “Burn the Boats” Mindset Explained 07:44 Why Commitment Beats Willpower 09:09 Practical Ways to Burn the Boats in Recovery 11:26 Accountability, Public Commitment & Financial Investment 13:31 Real-Life Example: Forcing Action Through Commitment 15:42 Applying This Strategy to Fitness, Recovery & Life Goals

    18 min

  6. May 11

    The Billion-Dollar Potato Chip Analogy: Why Porn Is So Hard to Quit

    🔹 Want to break free? Be on the Unhooked Academy waitlist: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Why is porn so hard to quit even when you know it’s hurting you? In this episode, I share a powerful analogy from a live coaching call inside Unhooked Academy that completely changes how you think about porn addiction. We talk about why porn, social media, and thirst traps are like “billion-dollar potato chips” engineered to hijack your brain and keep you craving more. Understanding this helped a lot of the guys in our community finally stop blaming themselves and start seeing the bigger picture. What if your struggle isn’t just about willpower… but about what you’ve been conditioning your brain to crave? If this resonated, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, and real change. 🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro Connect with Jeremy: 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:58 Junk Food Porn Analogy 01:42 Novelty Chip Effect 02:54 Algorithm Engineered Chips 04:46 Compassion and Real Life Intimacy 05:37 Pause Before You Bite 07:21 Final Thoughts

    8 min

  7. May 4

    Use This When You Feel an Urge (Guided Meditation)

    🔹 Want to break free?  Get my FREE 14-day slip reset here: https://unhookedacademy.com/reset What should you do in the exact moment an urge hits? In this episode, I guide you through a simple meditation you can use whenever you feel a craving or the urge to relapse. Instead of fighting it or giving in, I’ll show you how to sit with the urge, observe it, and let it pass. This is a practical tool you can come back to anytime you need support in the moment. What would change if you stopped reacting to urges and started understanding them instead? If this helped you, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more tools on recovery, discipline, and real change. 🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro Connect with Jeremy: 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/

    11 min

  8. Apr 27

    How Mindfulness Rewires Your Brain to Break Porn Addiction | Jeremy Lipkowitz Interviewed by Jessa Zimmerman on the Better Sex Podcast

    🔹 Want personalized support?  Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro This episode is a repost of my conversation on the Better Sex Podcast with Jessa Zimmerman. I share my journey with porn addiction from early exposure to the subtle ways it started shaping my mind, relationships, and sense of self. We explore addiction through a different lens. Not just as a behavior to fix, but as a pattern of craving and avoidance. I use the idea of the “hungry ghosts” to describe what addiction really feels like: constantly wanting more, but never actually feeling satisfied. I also talk about how an unfulfilled life can fuel addictive patterns, the role of dopamine and novelty, and how mindfulness can help you break the cycle. Recovery isn’t just about stopping a habit, it’s about learning to sit with discomfort, build awareness, and create a life you don’t need to escape from. So the question is: are you trying to quit the behavior… or understand what’s driving it? If this resonated, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, and building a life of integrity. 🔹 Want to break free?  Join Unhooked Academy now: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Connect with Jeremy: 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Connect with Jessa Zimmerman 🌍 Website: https://intimacywithease.com/ www.jessazimmerman.com 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeiuPW707eoHRh8T95Gs4qA 🎙️ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6W4PJ6NB8akNyzaGUZGW0X Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:32 Defining Addiction Broadly 05:27 When Porn Becomes Harmful 11:09 Age Exposure and Potency 14:36 Sex Positivity and Balance 17:38 Unrealistic Expectations and Lust 19:48 Realm of Hungry Ghosts 23:06 Toxic Shame Spiral 25:28 Healthy Shame And Remorse 28:46 Mindfulness Without Buddhism 35:40 Meditation Skills Training 37:17 Community And Accountability 41:18 Final Thoughts

    43 min
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Unhooked is a podcast dedicated to helping people break free from porn addiction and other compulsive behaviors related to the internet, sex, and intimacy. Rooted in Buddhist wisdom, neuroscience, coaching, and mindfulness, the show explores practical strategies for lasting recovery and personal transformation. Each episode features leading experts, scientists, coaches, and individuals in recovery, sharing their insights, experiences, and expertise to guide listeners on their path to healing and freedom.

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