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Sobriety Podcast which discusses all things sober, the good, the bad & the ugly.
This podcast is perfect for you if you are looking to change your relationship with alcohol, you are already sober or just like listening to different peoples stories.
We also talk about the challenges we have faced on our sobriety journey and how we navigated them. With different guest from all walks of life no two episodes are the same.
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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Rebekah Kulidzan, author of the powerful blog post “You’ve Changed.” We dive deep into the nature of personal transformation, the challenges and gifts of sobriety, and what it truly means to grow into a new version of yourself. Rebekah shares candid reflections on the grief she experienced early in sobriety—the friendships, experiences, and old habits she had to let go of—and the unexpected gifts that came from those losses. We explore the dail...
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Maz, a trained therapist who brings both professional expertise and personal experience to the conversation around sobriety and recovery. We dive into the powerful role therapy can play in helping people navigate life after addiction, and how understanding yourself on a deeper level can transform your recovery journey. Maz has such a calm and grounding presence — you can really feel it in this chat. One of my favourite moments was when she spok...
Send us a text 🎙 Episode Title: Letting Go: Guilt, Shame, Resentments & Making Amends In this episode, Nick and Jayde dive deep into four powerful themes that often shape the recovery journey — guilt, shame, resentments, and making amends. Together, they unpack how these emotions can hold us back if left unaddressed, and how learning to face them with honesty and compassion can lead to real freedom and growth. From personal stories to practical tools, they explore the difference between...
Send us a text Surrender might seem counterintuitive on the road to freedom, yet it's exactly what unlocked true transformation for us. This intimate conversation explores the powerful shift that happens when we finally stop trying to control everything around us. "I wanted to control every aspect of my life, and probably yours as well," we candidly admit, reflecting on how exhausting this pattern becomes. The breakthrough? Realizing "we have no control over people, places and things," and t...
Send us a text Mini-Series: Recovery Conversations with Jayde – Part One In this brand-new mini-series, I’m joined by my friend (and friend of the pod) Jayde as we explore some of the biggest themes in recovery — acceptance, letting go, guilt and shame, our defects, making amends, living more mindfully, and helping others. This first episode is all about acceptance. We share openly about our early recovery journeys — the challenges, the breakthroughs, and the moments where simply accepting l...
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Sam West (@sambackontrack) to explore his powerful sobriety journey and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Sam opens up about hitting rock bottom, finding clarity through alcohol-free living, and the moment he tried to reintroduce drinking back into his life—only to realize that alcohol simply isn’t something that works for him. We also dive into: The UK’s definition of an “alcoholic” and why Sam believes this label can keep people trapped ...
Send us a text In this powerful and honest conversation, I sit down with Charlie to dive deep into his recovery journey. Charlie shares how his relationship with alcohol shifted from being a weekend offender to wanting to use on his own, until one day he made the life-changing decision that enough was enough and took his first steps into sobriety. He opens up about his first attempt at staying sober, which lasted for a while, until one day at the races he decided to have a pint of Guinness. T...
Send us a text 🎙️ Episode Title: Learning Fast & Letting Go: Danielle’s Journey to Lasting Sobriety In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Danielle, who shares her honest and empowering story of how she found her way to lasting sobriety after years of trying to moderate. Danielle talks about the mental tug-of-war that comes with trying to control alcohol intake, and how that middle ground never felt quite right. What finally made it stick? She embraced a mindset of “learning fast” —...
Send us a text 🎙️ Episode Title: From Wine to Water – A Journey of Rediscovery with Tabbin Almond In this powerful and heartfelt episode, I sit down with Tabbin Almond, founder of Wine to Water Coaching, to talk about her deeply personal journey from high-functioning alcohol use to living a life of clarity, purpose, and connection. Tabbin opens up about the moment she realized alcohol was no longer serving her – despite outward success and a busy, full life. We explore the emotional layers of...
Send us a text In this powerful episode, Tommy shares the raw, honest truth about his journey through addiction and recovery. An addict from day one, Tommy opens up about how he channelled the same relentless energy he once put into using into his recovery — and how that mindset has kept him over 2.5 years clean and sober. We talk about how his real recovery didn’t begin until the day after he left rehab, and how, even after getting 11 months clean following a hospital stay, he found himself ...
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Great British Bake Off star Briony May Williams, who opens up about her unexpected journey to sobriety. After being advised by her doctor to take a short break from alcohol at 39, Briony initially committed to just three weeks—but she hasn’t looked back since. Now celebrating one year of sobriety, she shares how a trip to a vineyard became a turning point, making her realize she may never have the desire to drink again. We dive into the transfor...
Send us a text In this episode, we're diving into one of the biggest game-changers in sobriety: discipline. It’s easy to feel motivated in the early days of getting sober, but what happens when that motivation fades? That’s where discipline steps in. I’ll be breaking down: The difference between motivation and discipline—and why one is way more reliable.How to build a structured sober routine that keeps you on track.How sobriety strengthens discipline in other areas of life like work, fitness...
Send us a text In this episode, I dive into a topic that many of us worry about when we first quit drinking—how do we celebrate without alcohol? From birthdays to weddings, promotions to holidays, we’ve been conditioned to believe that booze is the key to having fun. But is that really true? I’ll be sharing my own experiences of navigating sober celebrations, the anxiety of social pressure, and how I learned to redefine what a "good time" really means. We’ll talk about the first big event sob...
Send us a text One of the biggest fears people have about sobriety is boredom—without drinking, what will fill the time? In this episode, we dive into the reality of facing boredom in sobriety and how to reframe it as an opportunity for growth rather than a problem to avoid. I’ll share my own experiences of learning to sit with stillness, rediscovering old passions, and building a life that doesn’t rely on alcohol for entertainment. Whether you’re newly sober or years into your journey, this ...
Send us a text n this spontaneous episode, we welcome a last-minute guest who opens up about his struggles with sobriety. The conversation unfolds organically, led by Jamie, the co-founder of the podcast studio. Our guest reflects on how he initially sought joy in sobriety but found himself grappling with thoughts of returning to drinking. After a brief relapse, he realized he was right back where he started, facing the same challenges of staying sober. Discussing the emo...
Send us a text In this solo episode, host Nick O’Shea reflects on the many ways substances like alcohol and drugs are used to navigate life’s challenges. Drawing from his own experiences and the stories shared on the podcast, Nick explores three key themes: using alcohol to fit in, escaping life’s difficulties through substances, and the transformative power of finding purpose. Nick candidly shares how drinking often feels like a shortcut to connection during school years, but over time, it d...
Send us a text In this episode, we’re joined by Steve Joyce, a talented food and drink photographer, who shares his raw and inspiring story of transformation. From using alcohol as a way to fit in during his school years to escaping through the chaos of the Bristol rave scene, Steve opens up about how substances became his go-to for masking pain and finding belonging. Steve talks candidly about how the rave scene, with its music and energy, provided temporary relief but ultimately left him fe...
Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined once again by Jack Salmon, who shares his journey of sobriety and the strategies that have kept him grounded and purposeful at 3 years and 8 months sober. Jack’s brutal honesty shines through as we discuss how setting clear goals, staying connected to your "why," and intentional planning can make all the difference in maintaining sobriety and living a fulfilling life. Since Jack’s last appearance on the podcast, I’ve seen incredible growth in him, an...
Send us a text In this special Boxing Day episode, we take time to reflect on the year gone by and celebrate the growth and resilience that sobriety has brought. Join me as I share personal stories, practical tools for staying grounded during the holiday season, and thoughts on setting meaningful intentions for the year ahead. Whether this is your first sober holiday or another step in your journey, this episode offers encouragement, connection, and a reminder that you’re not alone. Together,...
Send us a text The holiday season can be one of the most challenging times to stay sober, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. In this episode, we explore the importance of staying connected to your sober community over Christmas. From finding support and accountability to creating new traditions and sharing honest conversations, your community can be a lifeline when triggers and pressures arise. I’ll share tips on how to stay plugged in—whether through meetings, virtual events, or simply...
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