In this episode of The Alchemy Podcast, host Doug Cartwright sits down with Hunter Clark—a men’s coach and speaker helping high-performing men overcome pornography addiction. Hunter vulnerably shares his own experience: from hiding his struggles as a return missionary and sales leader, to finding freedom through honesty, emotional healing, and aligned action.

They break down how porn is often a mask for deeper emotional discomfort, why shame makes it worse, and how most men are never taught to process their feelings. Hunter introduces his four-step healing process—Shame, Alignment, Breakup, and Creation—and reveals the surprising connection between porn, self-worth, and testosterone. Whether you’re struggling yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode brings compassion, truth, and actionable tools to the table.

Timestamps of Key Moments:

00:00 – Introduction: How Doug and Hunter met through Vivint

05:40 – Why porn is more accessible (and dangerous) than other vices

08:32 – The emotional root: Why most addictions are a response to discomfort

12:45 – High school habits, mission expectations, and post-mission relapse

20:11 – LDS culture and the shame of sexuality

25:56 – The power of full honesty: How Hunter told his now-wife

33:45 – When marriage didn’t “fix” the problem: relapse and confusion

39:19 – Communication breakdowns and how Hunter and Sarah learned to talk about it

46:10 – Hitting rock bottom: the rumble strip moment and suicidal relief

54:02 – Breaking the cycle: the science of shame and the importance of vulnerability

01:06:33 – The four-part healing process: Shame, Alignment, Breakup, Creation

01:15:22 – Semen retention, energy shifts, and the link to performance

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Connect with Hunter Clark:

IG:@_hunter.clark