Getting Out Of Your Own Way — Al Jackson

Comedian Al Jackson returns to talk sobriety, ego, hiding your drinking, parenting guilt, road life, shame, and all the weird mental gymnastics addicts do to convince themselves everything is "fine." They get into drinking at airports, sneaking shots, numbing out before flights, lying to yourself, helping other people get sober, and why certain addictions hide in plain sight because the person is "fun enough" that nobody calls them out. They also dive into insomnia, depression, loneliness, street-racing trauma, crippling separation from your kids, compulsive habits, messy cars, ego, relationships, bad advice from drunk friends, the myth of "just managing it," and the relief that comes when you're finally done. It's honest, fast, funny, and full of stories only Al can tell—equal parts chaos and wisdom. 🎧 If you've ever convinced yourself you were "fine" while clearly not being fine, this episode is going to hit home and still make you laugh. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on addiction, recovery, mental health, and comedy. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:47 The Fast and Furious Franchise Discussion 05:33 Exploring Addiction and Personal Stories 11:05 The Impact of Addiction on Relationships 16:20 Understanding the Nature of Excuses in Addiction 22:03 Reflections on Recovery and Personal Growth 27:27 The Role of Environment in Addiction 29:13 Concluding Thoughts and Anecdotes 30:18 Navigating Addiction and Its Triggers 38:07 The Journey to Recovery 49:04 Advice and Insights on Struggling with Addiction 52:16 Reflections on Life and Sports 🎙️ Find Al Jackson: ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AlJackson 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aljacksonig/?hl=en