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- 2023
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About Unmentionable
How much has the porn industry impacted our world? We're unraveling Joshua Broome's six year career in the adult film industry and exploring the entwined relationship of porn and society.
- Publisher
- Compel Studio
- Category
- education · religion & spirituality · society & culture
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 29 Dec 2023
- Latest episode
- 23 Apr 2025
Latest episodes
10 episodes in the feed.
23 Apr 2025
Trailer: The Shroud
The podcast trailer introduces a journalistic journey that unravels the history, legends, and scientific intrigue surrounding the Shroud of Turin, exploring its potential as a miracle or a hoax.
12 Mar 2024
Mr. Broome Goes to Washington
Josh suits up and makes waves in DC. A silent global phenomenon is gaining momentum with virtually zero regulation. Content Warning: Unmentionable contains depictions of domestic violence, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and pornography. Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. RESOURCE Covenant Eyes: Get started on your path to recovery for 30 days FREE by visiting covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/ (https://www.covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/) HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unmentionable/id1723687920). It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow. And, take a moment today to share this podcast on your social channels to shine a light for someone you might not know is in the dark. CREDITS Unmentionable was written by Lee Shelton, Jacob Jolly, and Tyler McKinney. Director & Host: Lee Shelton Art Direction: Jacob Jolly Production Executive: Kathleen Terrill Editor: Tyler McKinney Assistant Editor: Jacob Jolly Original Score and Composition by Tyler McKinney Guests: Heidi Olson, Samantha Summers-Rivas, Christen Price, and Kayleigh Kozak. Special Thanks to Alex Louis, Craig Denison, Tim Ross, Justin Moates, and Joshua Broome. Unmentionable is a production of Compel Studio (https://www.compel.studio/). FOLLOW Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/?igsh=MWVjNnJhdzFrNGt1bw%3D%3D)Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio/) Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/) Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio)
27 Feb 2024
A Pornstar Walks into a Church
Josh approaches a pastor with his story, and Jonathan Pokluda illustrates ripple effects of the Church skating around difficult topics. Content Warning: Unmentionable contains depictions of domestic violence, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and pornography. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR: 00:00 - Recap 02:27 - A Pornstar Walks into a Church 16:33 - Hurtful Healing 22:41 - The Muffin Man 32:22 - Heart on Fire 43:46 - Pep Proposal Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. RESOURCE Covenant Eyes: Get started on your path to recovery for 30 days FREE by visiting covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/ (https://www.covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/) HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unmentionable/id1723687920). It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow. And, take a moment today to share this podcast on your social channels to shine a light for someone you might not know is in the dark. CREDITS Unmentionable was written by Lee Shelton, Jacob Jolly, and Tyler McKinney. Director & Host: Lee Shelton Art Direction: Jacob Jolly Production Executive: Kathleen Terrill Editor: Tyler McKinney Assistant Editor: Jacob Jolly Original Score and Composition by Tyler McKinney Guests: Pastor Jonathan Pokluda, Andrew Yates, and Tracy Onyekanne. Special Thanks to Alex Louis, Craig Denison, Tim Ross, Justin Moates, and Joshua Broome. Unmentionable is a production of Compel Studio (https://www.compel.studio/). FOLLOW Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/?igsh=MWVjNnJhdzFrNGt1bw%3D%3D)Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio/) Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/) Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio)
20 Feb 2024
Death and a Funeral
Josh puts his old identity to rest, and the industry finds a way to monetize a skyrocketing mortality rate among performers. Content Warning: Unmentionable contains depictions of domestic violence, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and pornography. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR: 00:00 - Recap 01:48 - Death and a Funeral 07:40 - Average Joe 13:16 - Pornstar to Produce 18:36 - Sponsor: Covenant Eyes 20:55 - Opportunity on Aisle 4 25:25 - Don’t You Dare 31:34 - Sunday Best Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. SPONSOR Covenant Eyes: Get started on your path to recovery for 30 days FREE by visiting covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/ (https://www.covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/) HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unmentionable/id1723687920). It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow. And, take a moment today to share this podcast on your social channels to shine a light for someone you might not know is in the dark. CREDITS Unmentionable was written by Lee Shelton, Jacob Jolly, and Tyler McKinney. Director & Host: Lee Shelton Art Direction: Jacob Jolly Production Executive: Kathleen Terrill Editor: Tyler McKinney Assistant Editor: Jacob Jolly Original Score and Composition by Tyler McKinney Guests: Dr. Brian Sheppard Special Thanks to Alex Louis, Craig Denison, Tim Ross, Justin Moates, and Joshua Broome. Unmentionable is a production of Compel Studio (https://www.compel.studio/). FOLLOW Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/?igsh=MWVjNnJhdzFrNGt1bw%3D%3D)Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio/) Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/) Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio)
13 Feb 2024
Male Performer of the Year
Josh’s career has never been more successful, and his personal life is at an all-time low. From monetization to promotion, the industry shadows things that already exist. Content Warning: Unmentionable contains depictions of domestic violence, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and pornography. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR: 00:00 - Recap 02:43 - Male Performer of the Year 04:05 - Shadow World 10:58 - Fake Love 14:12 - Sponsor: Compel Studio 14:51 - Front of the Pack 23:30 - In the Spotlight 27:25 - No Control 31:30 - Making the Switch 39:00 - Making a Deposit Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. SPONSOR Covenant Eyes: Get started on your path to recovery for 30 days FREE by visiting covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/ (https://www.covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/) HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unmentionable/id1723687920). It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow. And, take a moment today to share this podcast on your social channels to shine a light for someone you might not know is in the dark. CREDITS Unmentionable was written by Lee Shelton, Jacob Jolly, and Tyler McKinney. Director & Host: Lee Shelton Art Direction: Jacob Jolly Production Executive: Kathleen Terrill Editor: Tyler McKinney Assistant Editor: Jacob Jolly Original Score and Composition by Tyler McKinney Guests: Jason VanRuler, Helen Taylor Special Thanks to Alex Louis, Craig Denison, Tim Ross, Justin Moates, and Joshua Broome. Unmentionable is a production of Compel Studio (https://www.compel.studio/). FOLLOW Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/?igsh=MWVjNnJhdzFrNGt1bw%3D%3D)Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio/) Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/) Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio)
6 Feb 2024
Cardboard Butterflies
Josh wins big and starts to question his lifestyle, and the industry tries to legitimize itself in any way it can. Content Warning: Unmentionable contains depictions of domestic violence, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and pornography. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR: 00:00 - Recap 02:37 - Cardboard Butterflies 14:20 - Creator Coercion 20:47 - Sponsor: Covenant Eyes 23:05 - The Spotlight 29:22 - Director's Chair 39:53 - Hush Hush 51:09 - The Dilemma Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. SPONSOR Covenant Eyes: Get started on your path to recovery for 30 days FREE by visiting covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/ (https://www.covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/) HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unmentionable/id1723687920). It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow. And, take a moment today to share this podcast on your social channels to shine a light for someone you might not know is in the dark. CREDITS Unmentionable was written by Lee Shelton, Jacob Jolly, and Tyler McKinney. Director & Host: Lee Shelton Art Direction: Jacob Jolly Production Executive: Kathleen Terrill Editor: Tyler McKinney Assistant Editor: Jacob Jolly Original Score and Composition by Tyler McKinney Guest: Helen Taylor, Jason Van Ruler Special Thanks to Alex Louis, Craig Denison, Tim Ross, Justin Moates, and Joshua Broome. Unmentionable is a production of Compel Studio (https://www.compel.studio/). FOLLOW Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/?igsh=MWVjNnJhdzFrNGt1bw%3D%3D)Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio/) GUEST RESOURCES Jason Van Ruler is a Licensed Professional Counselor, author, speaker, and coach. SOURCES The average age of exposure is 11 years old. (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/understanding-addiction/202202/what-know-about-adolescent-pornography-exposure) Porn is the second most common cause for relational tension. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27388511/) Porn use increases divorce rates. (https://www.enough.org/objects/Till_Porn_Do_Us_Part_A_Longitudinal_Exam_fnv.pdf) Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/) Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio)
30 Jan 2024
Glitz & Glam
Josh finds himself at a crossroads and goes all in on his career. The virality of the internet brings porn into everyday conversation. Revenue goes through the roof. Content Warning: Unmentionable contains depictions of domestic violence, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and pornography. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR: 00:00 - Recap 01:23 - Cause & Effect 06:31 - Ready for More 08:04 - The Red Carpet 09:45 - Porn Culture to Pop Culture 11:24 - Arden Young Undercover 15:02 - Sponsor: Covenant Eyes 17:21 - Rocco’s Debut 19:22 - The Parody Craze 23:53 - “Good Job.” 25:16 - On the List 27:42 - “I’ll Had What He’s Having” Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. SPONSOR Covenant Eyes: Get started on your path to recovery for 30 days FREE by visiting covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/ HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow. And, take a moment today to share this podcast on your social channels to shine a light for someone you might not know is in the dark. CREDITS Unmentionable was written by Lee Shelton, Jacob Jolly, and Tyler McKinney. Director & Host: Lee Shelton Art Direction: Jacob Jolly Production Executive: Kathleen Terrill Editor: Tyler McKinney Assistant Editor: Jacob Jolly Original Score and Composition by Tyler McKinney Guest: Arden Young Special Thanks to Alex Louis, Craig Denison, Tim Ross, Justin Moates, and Joshua Broome. Unmentionable is a production of Compel Studio. FOLLOW Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio Visit our website Compel.Studio GUEST RESOURCES Arden Young is a journalist who has gone undercover to expose the porn industry. Follow her on Twitter @arden_young_ or follow Sound Investigations @soundinvestig. Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/) Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio)
23 Jan 2024
The Table
Josh has a job interview and takes his first steps into an unfamiliar world. Porn rides the wave of loosening regulation and runs free in the wild west of the internet. Content Warning: Unmentionable contains depictions of domestic violence, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and pornography. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR: 00:00 - Intro 02:31 - The Table 05:11 - The Roots of Porn in America 07:59 - Porn in the Early days of Hollywood 09:41 - Making Sex Academic 11:09 - The Roots of Ratings 12:51 - The Golden Era 16:15 - Be Kind, Rewind 17:55 - No Laughing Matter 20:05 - Logged On 21:33 - Sponsor: Covenant Eyes 23:50 - The Interview 30:08 - First Day on the Job 34:08 - Is This You? Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. SPONSOR Covenant Eyes: Get started on your path to recovery for 30 days FREE by visiting covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/ HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow. And, take a moment today to share this podcast on your social channels to shine a light for someone you might not know is in the dark. CREDITS Unmentionable was written by Lee Shelton, Jacob Jolly, and Tyler McKinney. Director & Host: Lee Shelton Art Direction: Jacob Jolly Production Executive: Kathleen Terrill Editor: Tyler McKinney Assistant Editor: Jacob Jolly Original Score and Composition by Tyler McKinney Guest: Dr. Kelsy Burke Special Thanks to Alex Louis, Craig Denison, Tim Ross, Justin Moates, and Joshua Broome. Unmentionable is a production of Compel Studio. FOLLOW Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio Visit our website Compel.Studio GUEST RESOURCES Dr. Kelsy Burke is an award-winning sociologist of religion, gender, sexuality, and politics in the United States. Kelsy's research has examined a wide range of topics, including debates over pornography, religious freedom laws and LGBT rights, evangelical women's ministries, and the Christian sex advice industry. The Pornography Wars is Kelsy's latest book. Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/) Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio)
16 Jan 2024
The Watermelon Capital of the World
An East Coast kid goes West Coast, and an industry in the shadows finds the spotlight. We lay some groundwork on the history and rise of pornography in society and ask the question, how did we get here? We introduce you to Joshua Broome, a prodigal porn star, and follow his journey to Hollywood. Content Warning: Unmentionable contains depictions of domestic violence, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and pornography. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR: 00:00 - Intro 02:31 - How far back does it go? 09:33 - Sponsor: Covenant Eyes 11:52 - The Watermelon Capitol of the World 19:55 - Porn in the Yard 25:50 - Josh Moves to Hollywood 31:08 - The Table Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. SPONSOR Covenant Eyes: Get started on your path to recovery for 30 days FREE by visiting covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/ (http://www.covenanteyes.com/joshuabroome/) HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unmentionable/id1723687920). It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow. And, take a moment today to share this podcast on your social channels to shine a light for someone you might not know is in the dark. CREDITS Unmentionable was written by Lee Shelton, Jacob Jolly, and Tyler McKinney. Director & Host: Lee Shelton Art Direction: Jacob Jolly Production Executive: Kathleen Terrill Editor: Tyler McKinney Assistant Editor: Jacob Jolly Original Score and Composition by Tyler McKinney Guest: David Johnson Special Thanks to Alex Louis, Craig Denison, Tim Ross, Justin Moates, and Joshua Broome. Unmentionable is a production of Compel Studio (https://www.compel.studio/). Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/) Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio)
29 Dec 2023
Unmentionable Trailer - Season 1
How much has the porn industry impacted our world? We're unraveling Joshua Broome's six year career in the adult film industry and exploring the entwined relationship of porn and society. Follow Compel Studio for more updates and Behind the Scenes content. Check out our Instagram @compel.studio (https://www.instagram.com/compel.studio/) Visit our website Compel.Studio (https://www.compel.studio)
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- 4.9 / 5
- 57 ratings
- Spotify
- 5.0 / 5
- 98 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 24 / 100
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- YouTube
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- Engagement
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