I’m a music junkie. It really helps me with relaxation etc. I’m considering getting a subscription to Spotify, but I once fell with listening to an explicit podcast on there. Does anybody know if it’s possible to block or filter podcasts in the app or otherwise? Any help would be appreciated 

OivedElokim wrote on 17 Dec 2020 06:36:

If you don't have a browser and can only use allowed apps, I don't believe filtering within an app is possible.

In addition, I have had falls to from such kinds of apps. Definitely not worth the risk. I understand the desire for the music though.

@Lionking: We can use your technical assistance here! Please guide us, oh, master of computers, fountain of knowledge!!!

yes, there is an option in your settings to block explicit content

simpleJew66 wrote on 17 Dec 2020 13:42:

But can it be undone with one click of a tempted finger? 

How about some kosher Jewish music? Try Jewishmusicstream or Jewishmusic.fm

I’ve grappled with this as well , what may work is having giving someone the passwords that they can log in and check whenever , kind of like a webchaver .
even if you delete history there’s a favorite podcast list which will show what you listen to.

Another option may be to switch streaming services, I believe Amazon music has shared accounts where is Spotify gives separate accounts on shared plans , not sure about apple.

obviously iosly this will only work if you have someone to share an account with .

Gevura Shebyesod wrote on 17 Dec 2020 16:09:

Gevura there’s a ton of “kosher Jewish music “
 on the streaming platforms, the draw is being able to play what you want on demand..

Thanks to everyone who responded.
I wanted to share my own thoughts on the matter after hearing from all of you:

A big part of our struggle is the inability to distinguish between a need and a desire. If we feel that we need to watch explicit content or otherwise engage in pursuing our sexual passions, then there is nothing that should stop us. You can’t deny yourself your basic , human needs.

The key however, is to recognize that I don’t need it. I only want it. It gives me pleasure. No deaths were ever reported from someone abstaining from watching porn. Our animalistic drive creates an illusion of necessity and inevitably to convince us otherwise, but we can just call the bluff.

The same principle is true in all other areas of life. If we recognize the fact that most things we think we need we only want, we would be much happier and focused people.

I love music. I want unlimited access to it, on demand. But I need to stay clean. That’s way more important-no, indispensable- to my success in life, in my connection to HaShem. 
And I am choosing the purer life. The better option.

I don’t remember the source of this, but I’m pretty sure it’s from one of the ספרי
מוסר:

Grant400 wrote on 17 Dec 2020 13:54:

Yes it can. I checked...

I’ve been in your exact predicament, it’s not worth it. First of all with a simple search you can find album art with extremely triggering pictures. There is also a lot of triggering audio on the platform. It was a very hard decision but I got rid of Spotify, Google Music, etc. I use jewishmusic.fm and every once in a while I treat myself to purchasing a new album. A small price to pay for sobriety. 

Grant400 wrote on 17 Dec 2020 13:34:

Spotify has a Kids App, Spotify Kids which you can setup on your family plan and block content. Amazon music can also be done similarly. I personally won't recommend it. It only filters out songs which are marked as explicit. There is a lot of album art and songs which can be arousing even if the industry doesn't consider it explicit.

Check out ShiraLi play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shirali

Or JewishMusic.fm 
play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fm.jewishmusic.application

Both have streaming options which you can choose different songs.

Hatzlocha Rabbah!