On this episode: Aaron moves to the dam lake. Nate recommends bbq. Also this week, Nate and Aaron talk to Lorne Williams. Lorne is a middle child who lives in the bigger city of Appleton, WS. He hosts the Friday Morning Studs Samson Society meeting. He shares how his epileptic mom died when he was a kid, his dad was an alcoholic, and his sibling who had developmental disabilities, led to where he is today. His escape to comic books were a gateway to when he found his dad’s soft-core porn stash which later led to deeper acting out. Lorne also shares how community, a safe space to share his story, and disclosure to his wife were all stepping stones to his healing journey.Books:

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the healing of Trauma

Facing the Shadows: Starting Sexual and Relationship RecoveryJune 6-8, 2025 Samson Canadian Retreat

Sept. 12-14, 2025 Austrian Retreat

Nov 7-9, 2025 Santa Fe, NM Samson Summit

Nov 7-9, 2025 The Wild & Sacred Journey, Womens RetreatSponsor:

Life Works CounselingIf 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 [email protected].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.

 

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Samson Canadian Retreat — Samson House Store

J oin us at the Wesley Acres Retreat Centre & Campground from June 6-8, 2025 , for a weekend of growth, reflection, and community. This retreat is designed for men looking to strengthen their faith and recovery journey and connect with like-minded individuals in a beautiful natural setting.

 

 

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Samson European Retreat: RAV 47 — Samson House Store

38 hours + 5 meals + 3 Samson meetings + 1 mountain ascent = 47 lives changed forever

 

 

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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 Lodging Options available.