Monday Nights
Episodes
29 episodes
Interview with Michael and Lisa Kunz - Part 2
Freedom and sobriety are lifetime pursuits. This is not a sprint, gentlemen, this is a marathon that ends the day you walk through the pearly gates. In this episode Eli continues his conversation with Michael and Lisa Kunz and they discuss what...
Moving from your head to your heart - Part 1 with Michael and Lisa Kunz
Michael Kunz has been a Monday Nights leader for 9+ years. In this episode Eli hears his story of joining the room after years of managing a porn and masturbation addiction using his head and never getting in touch with his heart. This is part ...
The book he needed written - Part 2 of our conversation with Ken Williams
In this episode Shay and Eli continue their conversation with Ken Williams and discuss the book that Ken recently published, The Journey Out, in which he shares more about his story of how Jesus led him away from identifying as gay. Ken also sh...
Same-Sex attraction, homosexuality and the journey out - a conversation with Ken Williams
In this episode Shay and Eli interview pastor, author, speaker, and long time Monday Nights small group leader, Ken Williams. Ken discusses his struggle, from a young age, with same-sex attraction, sexual confusion, and the freedom he found in ...
Season 2 Kick-Off
In this episode Shay and Eli welcome you to a new season and update everyone on what's new. They also discuss some of the challenges that keep men from committing fully to the process of getting better in the room.
Episode 24: Shay and Eli - Sun's out, Buns out - having a plan for summer
When the temperature rises the clothes come off. As men we seem to be suddenly surprised every year when we see the increase in exposed skin walking on the side of the road or we go to the pool or beach. We know it's coming, so make a plan for ...
A Good Share
On this episode Eli takes the hot seat and drops a 5min share about his week. He and Shay discuss handling disappointment, grieving lost desires, and having current relationships.If you have questions or would like to connect, please email:...
Play to Win. Don't play NOT to lose.
It is critical that we build a foundation before creating chaos and stress with massive transition in our lives. On this episode Shay discusses the contrast between the chaos he once created in his marriage and life and the stability and moment...
Good Shares, Good Calls, and Masturbation - Q&A with Shay and Eli
On this episode Shay and Eli address some common questions they get from new guys. They address what a good share in group looks like, what it looks like to make a good call, and they share their thoughts on masturbation and whether or not it i...
Overcoming limiting beliefs - Aaron and Eli
The way we see ourselves, our value, our condition, and our impact on others affects how we show up and our ability to serve others and live fully alive. On this episode Aaron and Eli discuss some major belief shifts that Eli experienced after ...
Overcoming addiction, grieving well, and doing the hard things - Shay's story
When Shay arrived in the room he thought he had married the wrong woman and was doomed to live a miserable life. He dug in, got vulnerable, and began going after the hard things to get better. The fruit of the work he did is evident in his marr...
The value of getting sober and free BEFORE marriage - A conversation with Taylor
Taylor came into the room regularly acting out and wanting to get married. His journey got him sober and free and ready. Shay and Eli talk to him about how getting sober and free set him up for a solid marriage and able to lead a men's group wh...
From Tragedy to Freedom, Learning to Feel - A conversation with Jeff
When tragedy hits and you are not in touch with your feelings and are unable to grieve it can be extremely defeating and send you into a tailspin. On this episode Shay discusses with our good friend, Jeff Veal, how he navigated tragedy in his l...
The importance of hugging - Part 2 of Eli's story
There are bits of Jesus you can only get through prolonged embrace with other people. This is the second part of Shay and Eli's conversation about Eli's story. They unpack the concept of hugging and discuss the important role it plays in our gr...
From depression to real freedom - Eli's story
On this episode Shay interviews Eli and we get to hear his origin story and the path that led him to the room. This is Part 1 of their conversation, so stay tuned for Part 2.If you have questions or would like to connect, please email: mond...
The importance of feeling the pain - A conversation with De'Andrew
On this episode Shay and Eli interview their good friend, De'Andrew, who tells the story of going from being disconnected from his pain and tears to being fully current and present with grief and sadness. He also discusses the import role of fr...
"Without Jesus none of this works" - Part 2 of our conversation with Brad
We focus a lot on the work that needs to be done to "get better." There's homework, reading, facing fears, discipline, and the list goes on. BUT, without Jesus being at the center, ultimately you will work and work and still fail. On this part ...
Confession leads to purity - A conversation with Brad
On this episode Shay and Eli interview their good friend and fellow Monday Night leader, Brad.If you have questions or would like to connect, please email: mondaynightspodcast@gmail.com
Sobriety Mountain Part 2
In this episode Shay and Eli discuss more about the application of the sobriety mountain and what it looks like for guys who are just getting started on this journey of wholeness and purity. Sobriety is where it all begins and it's not easy... ...
Sobriety Mountain
When we talk about sobriety with guys, we use an illustration of a mountain they are climbing, the Sobriety Mountain. In this episode Shay discusses the purpose for the illustration and some tips and tools on navigating it, especially for the g...
Friendship Part 2 - Conflict
In order for friendship to be real it is necessary to navigate conflict. Well handled conflict and confrontation lead to greater levels of intimacy and connection. In this episode Eli and Shay bring Aaron back on to discuss how he and Eli worke...
Friendship
Understanding you have a need and doing something about it are two different things. On this episode Shay and Eli welcome back Aaron Zint to discuss what it looks like to pursue making friends and how to go deep with the right people.If you...
Movement
Sobriety isn't the goal. Sobriety is A goal, but not THE goal. The goal is to live a life worth living. To do great things and find your purpose. We call that Movement. On this episode Shay and Eli discuss what it looks like when men begin to e...
You Do Not Have a Porn Problem - A conversation with Aaron Zint
On this episode Shay and Eli interview their good friend and leader of our local Monday Nights group, Aaron Zint. Listen and enjoy.If you have questions or would like to connect, please email: mondaynightspodcast@gmail.com