Healing for Male Survivors with Mike Chapman

104 - 🎥 Interview with Wendell Wood

Final episode until September 2026 Wendell Wood cohosts the Agents of Recovery podcast that focuses on men’s mental health and addiction recovery. He is also a certified coach with Addict II Athlete, a nonprofit organization that helps men and women erase the pain and traumas associated with addiction and replace them with things of greater value. Wendell is a survivor of child sexual abuse and he’s currently working on turning the mess of his own addiction into the message of recovery.  As a result of his own healing journey, and with the encouragement and support of his wife Janice, Wendell is currently going back to school to get his master's degree in clinical mental health counseling so that he can help other men along their journey of recovery. If you want to see the VIDEO 🎥 version of this podcast, you can watch from either Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3wzBKXAdMpCAlJHZ2Gt8nE] or Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@PolarLifeConsulting]. Wendell’s Links: *  Agents of Recovery Podcast (Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-agents-of-recovery-podcast/id1550462911?i=1000743448720] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/4bWIgMmMG2aHLC4fQ3V6t5]) * Addict II Athlete Podcast (Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/addict-ii-athlete-podcast/id1441699705?i=1000755730130] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2vu8RbBzFjvJvQcOirvNg5]) Links Mentioned & Helpful links: * Wikipedia * Churrasco [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Churrasco] * Chuquicamata [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chuquicamata] * Atacama Desert [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atacama_Desert] * Bilateral Stimulation - under EMDR [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_movement_desensitization_and_reprocessing] * InterVarsity [https://intervarsity.org/] * A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of "A Course in Miracles" by Marianne Williamson [https://a.co/d/08OhuJz9] (Amazon)  * MenHealing.org [http://menhealing.org/] - non-religious healing weekends across the US for Male CSA Survivors * Altogether You: Experiencing personal and spiritual transformation with Internal Family Systems therapy by Jenna Riemersma [https://www.amazon.com/Altogether-You-Experiencing-spiritual-transformation/dp/1734958405] (Amazon) * Info on Husband Material Retreats, including Weekend Intensive Retreats [https://www.husbandmaterial.com/retreat] (when available). * Deep Waters [https://ldsart.com/products/deep-waters-by-yongsung-kim?variant=45701799608473&country=US¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&srsltid=AfmBOoonpkkTrTjYozT3NsBTL4tFYUCjRw0O9CBEngd4QLcfnw5UvK1pWak] (painting of Jesus underwater by Yongsung Kim; LDS Art) Mike Chapman’s links: * Husband Material Ministries [https://bit.ly/4jcQFlj] (“HM”/”HMM”; faith-based ministry helping men find freedom from pornography and other sexual brokenness issues) FREE * Info on Joining Husband Materials Academy [https://bit.ly/4ae5e41] (“HMA”; Paid) * Learn more about Husband Material's CSA Survivor Fellowship [https://www.polarlifeconsulting.com/live-chat] (led by Mike) and the PLC Chat on WhatsApp * Mike’s Website [https://bit.ly/3DV8xRt] * Schedule a free 30-minute Coaching Intro call with Mike [https://bit.ly/4fSoOnr] * Mike’s Story [https://bit.ly/3We4YMI] If you would like to join us for future LIVE podcast events, learn more at:  PolarLifeConsulting.com/live [https://bit.ly/3PAEz7Z] Please Note: The views and opinions expressed by guests of this podcast are their own, and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them, their beliefs, or any entity they represent, by neither Mike Chapman nor Polar Life Consulting. **Trigger Warning/Explicit Content Warning** - we will talk openly and frankly about sexual abuse from the victim's perspective. Sometimes cursing may be used, but kept at a minimum. Please practice self-care while listening to episodes and feel free to pause if you become triggered while listening.  Let me know what you think of the podcast with a rating and a review. DONATE – Tax-Deductible gifts to Husband Material Ministries [https://www.husbandmaterial.com/?form=FUNLUZKUDZH]

103 - 🎥 Interview with Laurie Hardie

Laurie Hardie is a Seattle radio personality, author, speaker, and podcast coach and producer who empowers survivors to share their stories and leave a meaningful legacy—whether privately or with the world. A former single mom of three and now “Grandma LaLa” to six, she blends over 35 years in broadcasting with a background in social services to help people communicate in ways that truly connect. Inspired during COVID by the gap between intention and impact in online communication, she now guides voices to be more inclusive, intentional, and powerful, including through her 7-Day Podcast Pro program that helps clients launch their podcasts in just one week. If you want to see the VIDEO 🎥 version of this podcast, you can watch from either Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3wzBKXAdMpCAlJHZ2Gt8nE] or Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@PolarLifeConsulting]. FULL Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YhqAs90IRaAbrgzEKvqyKHT7ycMfTKQL6RHzS6Mqiy4/edit?usp=sharing

102 - 🎥 Live Interview with Joseph Born

Joseph Born, “Joe,” is joining us from the frozen lands of Alaska. Joe, who is half Alaska Native himself, shares how his early childhood abuse shaped his life and highlights the systems that failed to protect him. He also discusses how his mental health diagnoses and addictions relate to his abuse. And the challenges they presented during trauma therapy. Joe hopes to share with the world the unique aspects of CSA in Alaska – including its geography, cultural factors, and the ugly truth of intrafamilial abuse.  EXTRA Trigger Warning: While editing this episode, I felt myself being triggered moreso than other episodes. Practice Self-care while listening/viewing. If you want to see the VIDEO 🎥 version of this podcast, you can watch from either Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3wzBKXAdMpCAlJHZ2Gt8nE] or Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@PolarLifeConsulting]. Suicide is talked about in this episode. If you are experiencing feelings of suicide or you know someone who is, don't hesitate to get in touch with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the US available 24/7 to provide free, confidential emotional support to people in suicidal or emotional distress. Their number in the US is 988 or 1-800-273-8255 or at https://988lifeline.org/ [https://988lifeline.org/] – in other countries, reach out to your local suicide prevention hotline which you can find at https://findahelpline.com/ [https://findahelpline.com/]. Joseph’s Links: * Joseph’s Story [https://mightyak.org/joseph-born-story/] (MightyAK)  * Instagram: @josephbornak [https://www.instagram.com/josephbornak] Links Mentioned: * The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) [https://www.missingkids.org/]  * Wikipedia: Degrassi [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Degrassi] (TV franchise)  * Degrassi [https://www.justwatch.com/us/search?q=degrassi] (franchise search - JustWatch) * Degrassi [https://therokuchannel.roku.com/search/degrassi] (franchise Search - The Roku Channel - US) * Wikipedia: "EMDR" [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_movement_desensitization_and_reprocessing] (Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) * Wikipedia: International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Institute_for_Trauma_and_Addiction_Professionals] (Trainers of CSATs) Previous HFMSwMC podcast episodes mentioned:   * Episode 95 - Interview with Scott Slone - Part 1 (Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/3cgUwZ7KIxHvMwziCO0dMf?si=neQrDMPmShGuyJAURX9eOQ] | YouTube [https://youtu.be/6UWPM5UOiL8]) * Episode 96 - Interview with Scott Slone - Part 2 (Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/2UIV4uonVDjPKs7lgs6c4G?si=FjZcspzIRImmntrZQce-Rw] | YouTube [https://youtu.be/6UWPM5UOiL8]) Mike Chapman’s links: * Husband Material Ministries [https://bit.ly/4jcQFlj] (“HM”/”HMM”; faith-based ministry helping men find freedom from pornography and other sexual brokenness issues) FREE * Info on Joining Husband Materials Academy [https://bit.ly/4ae5e41] (“HMA”; Paid) * Learn more about Husband Material's CSA Survivor Fellowship [https://www.polarlifeconsulting.com/live-chat] (led by Mike) and the PLC Chat on WhatsApp * Mike’s Website [https://bit.ly/3DV8xRt] * Schedule a free 30-minute Coaching Intro call with Mike [https://bit.ly/4fSoOnr] * Mike’s Story [https://bit.ly/3We4YMI] If you would like to join us for future LIVE podcast events, learn more at:  PolarLifeConsulting.com/live [https://bit.ly/3PAEz7Z] Please Note: The views and opinions expressed by guests of this podcast are their own, and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them, their beliefs, or any entity they represent, by neither Mike Chapman nor Polar Life Consulting. **Trigger Warning/Explicit Content Warning** - we will talk openly and frankly about sexual abuse from the victim's perspective. Sometimes cursing may be used, but kept at a minimum. Please practice self-care while listening to episodes and feel free to pause if you become triggered while listening.  Let me know what you think of the podcast with a rating and a review. DONATE – Tax-Deductible gifts to Husband Material Ministries [https://www.husbandmaterial.com/?form=FUNLUZKUDZH]

101 - 🎥 Live Interview with Forrest Lang

Forrest Lang is a tattoo artist, best-selling author, combat veteran, international speaker, and child safety advocate. He is also a survivor of family-controlled sex trafficking in childhood. He lives in La Jolla, California with his family.   If you want to see the VIDEO 🎥 version of this podcast, you can watch from either Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3wzBKXAdMpCAlJHZ2Gt8nE] or Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@PolarLifeConsulting]. Suicide is talked about in this episode. If you are experiencing feelings of suicide or you know someone who is, don't hesitate to get in touch with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the US available 24/7 to provide free, confidential emotional support to people in suicidal or emotional distress. Their number in the US is 988 or 1-800-273-8255 or at https://988lifeline.org/ [https://988lifeline.org/] – in other countries, reach out to your local suicide prevention hotline which you can find at https://findahelpline.com/ [https://findahelpline.com/]. Forrest’s Links: * Book Website: angelbluebook.com [http://angelbluebook.com/] * Amazon: Angel Blue: A Song of Redemption [https://www.amazon.com/Angel-Blue-Redemption-Forrest-Lang/dp/B0B5753C7C/] * Instagram: @forrestlangofficial [https://www.instagram.com/forrestlangofficial/] * Facebook: @angelbluebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063723156268] * Facebook Reels: @angelbluebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063723156268&sk=reels_tab] * TikTok: @forrestlang [https://www.tiktok.com/@forrestlang] Links Mentioned: * Wikipedia: * Paisley Abbey [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paisley_Abbey] * United States Military Entrance Processing Command [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Military_Entrance_Processing_Command] (description and list of all MEPS, including LA MEPS) * Forrest’s TEDxTalk [https://youtu.be/4DJtUO67Fd4] (YouTube) * The SOAP Project [https://www.soapproject.org/] (hosts retreats for male trafficking survivors and for female trafficking survivors among other anti-trafficking work)   * National Children’s Alliance [https://www.nationalchildrensalliance.org/] (Child Advocacy Centers) * Save A Warrior [https://saveawarrior.org/] Previous HFMSwMC podcast episodes mentioned:   * Episode 89 - Interview with Brandon Andres Green - Part 1 (Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Tga8TjdmiaApZSD9KSZgW?si=iLssWKigRSGwhbVlDBrbKQ] | YouTube [https://youtu.be/IV8PqbcTjbM]) * Episode 90 - Interview with Brandon Andres Green - Part 2 (Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dl9wVeE3DG9tVm1Ub6WxE?si=EsgUCkhSR7aNrBufsPLVRA] | YouTube [https://youtu.be/vcuJ43T39Eo]) * Episode 100 - Live Panel: “The Epstein Files” (Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/13xMq9W0kbeeMp9LTR1FuH?si=9eSRP-hZQ8-_XEIWPA7gcQ] | YouTube [https://youtu.be/FER1_JxYkzY]) * Episode 57 - Forgiveness - Part 1 - James Gianakon’s podcast (Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5oHyhPY0TJKk7ety1vhEXP?si=_hH0G7cfRaWFhogHPtT6iQ] | YouTube [https://youtu.be/NndXb9a3JOU]) * Episode 58 - Forgiveness - Part 2 - Panel Discussion - LIVE (Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hEZWvoi3at1aFfz09JhXc?si=QENo5UIbSMibQnrje_4JcQ] | YouTube [https://youtu.be/EoixN11vel8]) Mike Chapman’s links: * Husband Material Ministries [https://bit.ly/4jcQFlj] (“HM”/”HMM”; faith-based ministry helping men find freedom from pornography and other sexual brokenness issues) FREE * Info on Joining Husband Materials Academy [https://bit.ly/4ae5e41] (“HMA”; Paid) * Learn more about Husband Material's CSA Survivor Fellowship [https://www.polarlifeconsulting.com/live-chat] (led by Mike) and the PLC Chat on WhatsApp * Mike’s Website [https://bit.ly/3DV8xRt] * Schedule a free 30-minute Coaching Intro call with Mike [https://bit.ly/4fSoOnr] * Mike’s Story [https://bit.ly/3We4YMI] If you would like to join us for future LIVE podcast events, learn more at:  PolarLifeConsulting.com/live [https://bit.ly/3PAEz7Z] Please Note: The views and opinions expressed by guests of this podcast are their own, and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them, their beliefs, or any entity they represent, by neither Mike Chapman nor Polar Life Consulting. **Trigger Warning/Explicit Content Warning** - we will talk openly and frankly about sexual abuse from the victim's perspective. Sometimes cursing may be used, but kept at a minimum. Please practice self-care while listening to episodes and feel free to pause if you become triggered while listening.  Let me know what you think of the podcast with a rating and a review. DONATE – Tax-Deductible gifts to Husband Material Ministries [https://www.husbandmaterial.com/?form=FUNLUZKUDZH]

100 - 🎥 Live Panel: “The Epstein Files”

100th Episode!!! This week, I have a special panel with two prior guests, Matt Melvin & Scott Slone, talking about the Epstein Files and how it relates to us CSA & Trafficking Survivors, how we can respond, what the issues are, and so forth.  (from Wikipedia) The Epstein files are a partially released collection of millions of documents, images, videos, and emails detailing the activities of American financier and convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including his social circle of public figures, politicians, and celebrities. The files include documents collected as evidence in the criminal cases against Epstein and his associates, stored as over 300 gigabytes of data, alongside other media, in the FBI's Sentinel case management system. They include Epstein's contact book, flight logs of his planes, and court documents. Many of the records and files belong to Epstein's estate, which is run by lawyer Darren Indyke and accountant Richard Kahn. In November 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, and the U.S. Senate unanimously approved it, with President Donald Trump signing the bill into law the next day. The following month, the U.S. Department of Justice released a relatively small number of files, leading to criticism from both major parties in the US. Trump had previously floated the idea of releasing the files during his 2024 presidential campaign; he later said that controversies surrounding the files were fabricated by members of the Democratic Party. In January 2026, an additional 3 million pages were released, including 2,000 videos and 180,000 images. While the Department of Justice acknowledged that a total of 6 million pages might qualify as files required to be released, it stated that the January 30 release would be the final one, and that it had met its legal obligations. The released files mentioned a number of public figures, and led to increased scrutiny of their activities. Individuals whose names have shown up frequently in the files include: Epstein's assistant Lesley Groff, accountant Richard Kahn, Trump and his wife Melania Trump, lawyer Darren Indyke, sex trafficker and socialite Ghislaine Maxwell, and modeling agent Jean-Luc Brunel. If you want to see the VIDEO 🎥 version of this podcast, you can watch from either Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/3wzBKXAdMpCAlJHZ2Gt8nE] or Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@PolarLifeConsulting]. Suicide is talked about in this episode. If you are experiencing feelings of suicide or you know someone who is, don't hesitate to get in touch with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the US available 24/7 to provide free, confidential emotional support to people in suicidal or emotional distress. Their number in the US is 988 or 1-800-273-8255 or at https://988lifeline.org/ [https://988lifeline.org/] – in other countries, reach out to your local suicide prevention hotline which you can find at https://findahelpline.com/ [https://findahelpline.com/]. FULL Show Notes:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ITlqiDVYMO3DAQBwTw5VkQ7PctlhOJ_FcezuLctMUGM/edit?usp=sharing [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ITlqiDVYMO3DAQBwTw5VkQ7PctlhOJ_FcezuLctMUGM/edit?usp=sharing]