Episodes
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From Addiction To The Apprentice | Kieran McCartney
From estate agent to TV star but at what cost? Kieran shares how addiction crept in, how grief pushed him deeper, and the moment he realised things had gone too far. We talk sobriety, temptation, and why “just one drink” isn’t always that simple. A brutally honest conversation about addiction,...
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The Drink Wasn't Killing Me So I Was Going To Do It Myself... Olivia Taylor
This is one of the most raw and emotional conversations we’ve ever had. Olivia Taylor shares her story of a**iction, t*auma, and the moment everything nearly ended in a 90mph crash. From a*ohol and caine a*iction to surviving a*use, losing herself completely, and finally rebuilding her life this...
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I Shouldn’t Be Alive… They Cut My Skull Open
This is one of the most powerful and raw conversations we’ve had. Jon opens up about a life shaped by a*diction, trauma, and the search for identity from growing up around a**ohol to spiralling into destructive habits that nearly cost him everything. After years of battling his demons, things…
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I Lost Everything to A*diction… | Ryan
This is one of the realest conversations I have had. From going viral… to going missing. From nearly making it… to losing everything. In this episode, Ryan (Rags The Goat) opens up about: • Battling a*diction, p*ychosis & being sectioned • Losing opportunities at the peak of going viral •...
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I Started Drinking at 13… | Nicole
In this episode of Menace to Sobriety, we’re joined by Nicole, who shares her raw and honest story about growing up around party culture, early dr** and alcoh*l use, and how a**iction slowly crept into her life. Nicole opens up about starting young, the realities of nightlife and dancing, and the...
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Addiction Took My Son | Vanessa
In this deeply emotional episode, Vanessa bravely shares the heartbreaking story of her son Luke a kind, funny, and charismatic young man whose life was tragically lost after struggling with a**iction. Luke was the type of person who lit up every room he walked into. Friends loved him, family...
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The Voice in Your Head Isn’t You
This episode is different. I opened up the inbox and read your real messages about c*caine, al*ohol, re*apse, funerals, losing families, the “just one pint” voice, and trying to stay sober when life hits hard. Some of these stopped me in my tracks. We talk about: • Recreational c*caine that...
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P*rn and Sexual A*diction | Taner Hassan
Is p*rn a*diction real… or is it just “normal behaviour”? In this episode of Menace to Sobriety I am Joined by Taner Hassan, we dive deep into compulsive sexual behaviour, p*rn use, and the uncomfortable truth about using s*x to change the way we feel. We break down: • The 10 clinically...
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You Don't Have A DRINKING Problem | Derek Rowe
What happens when the drink stops… but the fire doesn’t? In this episode of Menace To Sobriety, we sit down with Derek Rowe as he opens up about living like a volcano — calm one minute, erupting the next. The mood swings. The ego. The people walking on eggshells. This isn’t just about addiction....
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I Watched Myself Die | Shane
In this raw and emotional episode of Menace to Sobriety, Daniel sits down with Shane for one of the most confronting conversations we’ve had on the podcast. Shane opens up about years of addiction, repeated relapses, and the physical and mental consequences that followed. From losing control,...
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Why C***ine Makes Life Feel Empty | Elliott Wald
Why does life feel flat after c***ine? And why does relapse often happen just when you start to feel okay? In this episode of Menace to Sobriety, addiction specialist Elliott Wald explains how c***ine hijacks your dopamine system and why recovery isn’t about willpower. We break down why early...
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The list that saved my life | Daryl Robinson
In this episode of Menace to Sobriety, I’m joined by comedian and content creator Daryl Robinson. Daryl opens up about growing up around drink and drugs, how c**aine slowly became normalised, and the reality of three-day benders that nearly cost him everything. We talk about fatherhood, shame,...
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I Nearly Died After Getting Sober | Wayne Lineker
Wayne Lineker joins Menace to Sobriety for one of the most honest conversations he’s ever had. From alcohol, ❄️ and Ibiza excess… to rehab, pneumonia, and almost losing everything. Wayne opens up about what really happens when the party stops. This episode covers: • His a*diction to alcohol, ❄️…
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Eight Stone, Addiction, Ibiza & the Lie I Believed | Rick Keane
This episode goes deep. From Ibiza excess to ketamine addiction, from ego and escapism to rehab, relapse and real recovery. Rick opens up about dropping to eight stone, organ failure, chasing validation, and the moment he realised everything he valued was a lie. We talk shame, family, ADHD, ego,...
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I Thought I Was Only Hurting Myself featuring Arron Crascall
I went into this episode with no script and no plan. Just an old mate, a lot of history, and the truth we both spent years running from. We talk about the lie I told myself for a long time. That my drinking was only hurting me. That as long as I paid the bills and showed up sometimes, it didn’t...
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Stay Sober Tonight & Start the Year Ahead of Everyone Else
New Year’s Eve is one of the biggest drinking nights of the year — and if you’re sober, sober-curious, or feeling nervous tonight, this message is for you. This is about staying proud, staying present, and starting the new year ahead of the game. No hangover. No shame. No reset needed. Whatever...
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These Voice Notes Almost Broke Me
This is Part 2 of the voice note episode — and it goes deeper. More messages. More honesty. More pain. More hope. I continue listening to voice notes from people battling addiction, early recovery, relapse, gambling, alcohol, cocaine, and the mental health fallout that comes with it. This isn’t...
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I Thought I Was Fine
I didn’t plan on coming back like this. But I needed to. In this episode, I explain why I disappeared, why I nearly relapsed, and why this podcast had to return — not just for you, but for me. I listen and react to real voice notes from people struggling with drink, drugs, mental health, relapse,...
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If You’re Sober This Christmas… Listen to This
Christmas Day can mess with your head especially if you’re sober. This is a Christmas morning message for anyone feeling itchy, emotional, lonely, or tempted today. I’m talking directly to you reminding you why this matters, why you’re winning, and why the people who love you prefer you like…
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Christmas Nearly Broke My Sobriety… These Messages Saved Me
Christmas is one of the hardest times of year for anyone struggling with drink, drugs, or their mental health. In this episode, I listen to and react to real voice notes from people fighting to stay sober through the festive season. Raw. Honest. No filters. If Christmas triggers you — this one’s...
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Season 3 Is BACK… I Nearly Slipped
Season 3 of Menace to Sobriety starts here and we’re back bigger, bolder, and more honest than ever. In this raw solo episode, Daniel O’Reilly opens up about nearly slipping before Christmas, the triggers that caught him off guard, and the realisation that he hadn’t been putting enough work into...
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Season 2 drawn to a close
Guys, its that time. Time to wrap up this season of Menace to Sobriety but I will be back and better than ever for season 3. This episode is a round up of the last ten and giving you guys an explanation as to why we are stopping for a while. I tell you about the film that is in the works and how...
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Do you have a drink problem Quiz!
Are you at a point where you are not sure if you have a drinking problem or not? Well this episode is a bit of a different one. In this video I will go through 15 different questions reflecting on your relationship with drinking and if it has a negative impact on your life. If you know you have…
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How to do the Festive Season Sober
Yes I know it is only the 1st of November but this episode is all about how to do the festive season sober. Christmas in my opinion is the hardest part of the year to get through sober. I mean I am an example of how difficult it can be, I was defeated at Christmas the first time I tried to go...
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How to fix low self esteem
Episode 7 is all about self esteem; working on the way you speak to yourself and the avatar inside of you that is your self esteem.This episode is perfect for anyone that is overly critical of themselves and ignores the positive qualities that you have. Someone that continuously focuses on their...
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How I got to Two years Sober
Guys, I did it. I celebrated 2 years sober at the weekend and this journey hasn't been easy but it has been so worth it. The road to reaching this milestone has taught me so much about perseverance and resilience. In this video I talk about how I got here and what breakthrough helped me connect…
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Your Sober Firsts
Episode 5 guys is all about Sober firsts and how I dealt with them. Going sober is not easy and alongside that, you now have to experience moments that you would previously correlate a celebration with drinking and getting on it. From your first Christmas which is one of the hardest for me as…
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How I Became an Addict: The Road to Self-Discovery
Episode 4 is the story of how I became an addict. Some of you may know about my past and what I have been through but for those of you that don't here is the story of my relationship with addiction.We start from the very beginning, looking at my childhood, through my teenage years, being…
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My top ten tips to stay sober
Here we go guys Episode 3. If you’re struggling with addiction or looking for ways to maintain your sobriety, this video will give you the 10 keys things that have helped me stay committed to sobriety.. From facing the truth about what your triggers are, to practicing accountability, and building…
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Overcoming Overpowering Thoughts.
Episode 2 here we go. It's an emotional one guys I'm not guna lie but it's all about dealing with things and realising how far I have come on this journey. This week's episode is all about not letting your thoughts become you and how to try not let them takeover. Thoughts can be very overpowering...
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Season 2 Has Arrived! Menace 2 Sobriety is BACK!
I'M BACK PEOPLE! Some of you may have thought I'd died or worse relapsed but you'd be wrong. It's been a rollercoaster of a 9 months but here we are, every Friday I'm here for you guys. I'm going to be talking stories, experiences, advice and how to love you. If you're struggling with sobriety or...
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Christmas Special: Enjoying a Sober Christmas, with Elliott Wald
This week Daniel is joined by Elliott Wald for a Christmas Special! They will be discussing Daniel’s journey from last Christmas to now, the struggles that people with addiction face over the holiday period; particularly from peer pressure, at work parties and the pressure to take part with…
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Mental Sobriety, with Hayley Broughton-McKinna
In this episode, Dan is joined by Hayley, a qualified associate psychological practitioner (see more here: https://pmac.uk/about-us/). With Hayley facing her own struggles over the years, suffering an eating disorder in her teens, losing her mum to alcohol 8 years ago and recently being diagnosed...
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Ollie Ollerton: SAS, Sober & Strong
In this episode, Dan is joined by Ollie Ollerton, ex-alcoholic, former UK Special Forces operative and one of the founding Directing Staff on Channel 4’s SAS: Who Dares Wins; delving into all things mindset! Ollie discussed being attacked by a chimp as a child, before embarking on his career...
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Growing Up Around Addiction, With Lorri Haines
Join Dan as he chats with Lorri Haines, entrepreneur and family man from Essex. Lorri is the CEO of mental health and well-being app ‘Shoorah’ which launched in 2023 and has run multiple successful business ventures since he was a teenager. Lorri also stars in an ITV show with his fiancée; Ferne...
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Changing Your Idea of Yourself With Terry Devine.
Dan chats with Terry Devine, discussing his journey from ‘hopeless, hope-to-die street level junkie’, to being 11 years clean and a life coach. Terry shares his experiences as an ex heroin user of 20 years, which included bouts of homelessness, sofa-surfing, eating out of bins & suicide attempts....
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From Life’s Tragedies to Life Coach, with Carl Crowley!
Dan chats with Carl Crowley, ex-armed forces to up & coming motivational therapist, as he opens up about his childhood trauma, addictions and breakdown of relationships. Carl shares his story, dealing with the death of loved ones, the struggles of dealing with anxiety, depression & being...
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Addiction, Single Parenting and Fighting the ‘imp’ with Anna Jasper
Join Dan in this episode as he talks to Anna Jasper, a single mum sharing her journey within the throes of addiction, broken family, single parenting, the loss of a loved one and the realisation of the strength it's taken to get this far. Discussing the universal problem of addiction, the effects...
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Outsmarting Addiction: Rethinking Your Relationship with Alcohol with Patrick Fox
Join Dan in this episode as he talks to Patrick Fox, a life coach who helps men rethink their relationship with alcohol. They dive into the common misconceptions about drinking, how our minds can trick us into desiring alcohol, and tools to change our thinking and break free from dependency....
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Relapse Is Part Of My Recovery, I'll Never Stop Fighting with Howa
Dan is joined by Howa, a brave woman who shares her harrowing life story involving childhood sexual abuse, mental health struggles, and a battle with addiction spanning over 20 years. Despite multiple suicide attempts and ongoing relapses, Howa remains determined to beat her demons through…
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One Year Sober: The Hardest and Best Year of My Life
Dan O'Reilly celebrates an incredible milestone - one year sober! In this raw and emotional episode, Dan reflects on the highs and lows of his journey with producer John. They have an honest heart-to-heart, with Dan opening up about his addictions, sobriety struggles, and the taboos around...
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Dan Does the Impulsivity Test with the Cocaine Hypnotist
Dan hands the reins over to addiction specialist Elliot Wald in this episode. They delve into the changes in Dan's social circle, his mental resilience strategies like boxing, and how Dan's trust had to be rebuilt with his wife Shelley. Elliot administers an impulsivity test to Dan, scoring him…
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Me and My Addiction with Author Stewart Lee
Dan chats with Stewart Lee, author of "Me and My Addiction," about his journey with alcoholism and sobriety. Stewart shares his relatable story, from trying to fit in as an awkward teenager to hitting rock bottom and attempting suicide. He discusses getting and staying sober, including stints in...
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Sober trainer Adam 'Lubbs' Lubbock fights Industry Silence!
Dan chats with personal trainer Adam 'Lubbs' Lubbock about taking a stand against the fitness industry's silence on alcohol. Adam shares why he feels compelled to speak out, even if it means losing clients and followers. He provides insight into sobriety, discipline and the connections between...
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From Prison to Life Coach with Lewis Raymond Taylor
Dan chats with inspirational speaker Lewis Raymond Taylor, who shares his unbelievable story of transforming from a violent criminal and diagnosed psychopath to a successful entrepreneur and life coach. They dive into Lewis' traumatic childhood, descent into alcoholism and addiction, multiple...
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The Real Danger of the Come Down: Suicide by Addiction and the Role of Cocaethylene with Nicola Abraham
This episode will challenge the way many of us think about drink, cocaine and the comedown. Dan is joined by Nicola Abraham to talk all about Cocaethylene and its role in suicide. They discuss the rise in male suicide, the lack of knowledge about this side effect of using and Nicola’s own tragic...
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Menace To Sobriety LIVE: Baring Souls: Men Get Real About Addiction
Get tickets for the next show! https://bigbellycomedy.club/livepodcasts/Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter, camaraderie, and open discussions as "Menace II Sobriety Live" takes the stage! Hosted by the dynamic trio of Daniel O’Reilly, Kirk Norcross, and Elliot Wald, this…
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Why I Wanted to End My Life with John Connelly
Content Warning: Suicide In this episode, Dan wants to talk about a topic that is frequently intertwined with addiction, so much so that he sees it consistently in his mental health group and receives DMs about it daily: suicide in men. He is joined by John Connelly who talks about his own...
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If You Want to Know Why You’re Using Drugs, Stop Using Drugs with Ex-Addict and Founder of ADAPT Eddie Cob
Kirk and Dan are joined by Eddie Cob, founder of ADAPT a charity which helps addicts seek recovery from addiction free of charge. Eddie started using drugs at a young age and shares in this episode her own experiences of addiction, recovery and life after drug addiction including life with her...
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How Joe Sealey Got Clean
Dan is joined by Joe Sealey, ex-West Ham footballer who is currently starring in the Housewives of Cheshire. Joe is also the son of late Manchester United goalie Les Sealey, Joe lost his father and his football career at the same time which is what led him down the path of addiction. Joe talks to...