July 14, 2025
Porn, Masculinity & the Silent Struggles of Men, w/ James Routledge, founder of JACK
Unhooked: Breaking Porn Addiction PodcastAbout this episode
In this episode of the Unhooked Podcast, I engage in a profound conversation with James Routledge, the writer behind the Substack publication 'Jack,' which focuses on men's mental health and modern masculinity. We discuss topics including men's mental health, porn addiction, the stigma surrounding masculinity, and societal pressures. James opens up about his personal journey, his motivations for starting 'Jack,' and the impact of social conditioning on men. This episode is designed to challenge and encourage you, inviting a deeper exploration of yourself and the lives of men. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on what it means to reclaim manhood in today's world. 🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.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 02:05 Meet James Routledge 02:42 The Birth of 'Jack' 05:00 Men's Conversations and Realizations 07:44 Exploring Masculinity and Mental Health 10:09 Positive Masculinity and Role Models 17:11 Navigating Men's Work and Resources 24:08 The Impact of Porn Addiction 28:46 Acknowledging Misogynistic Culture 30:08 Impact of Porn on Society 31:38 Personal Journey and Social Media Influence 34:47 Fatherhood and Personal Growth 35:48 Reclaiming Headspace from Porn 41:20 Addiction and Recovery 44:43 Encouraging Open Conversations 47:29 Final Thoughts and Recommendations Connect with Jack Routledge 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdroutledge/ 🌍 Website: https://www.jamesroutledge.co/ 🔗 Substack: https://www.jackcommunity.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdroutledge1/ 🚀 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear this!