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Embrace the WeirdIn this inspirational episode, we meet Nathan, whose journeythrough addiction and recovery is as raw as it is inspiring. Like many, Nathan’s story began with cannabis use in his early years—but by his twenties, he found himself caught in the grip of heroin and crack cocaine addiction.Nathan speaks candidly about the progression of hissubstance use, the realities of living with addiction, and the difficult road to stopping illicit drugs. He also opens up about one of the most challenging milestones in recovery: coming off methadone—a process that demands resilience,patience, and unwavering determination.Now on the other side of addiction, Nathan has rebuilt hislife in meaningful ways. He works at Pippins Community Centre, a place that once supported him in his darkest times, and gives back by volunteering in addiction and recovery services. Alongside this, he has rediscovered hispassion for music and found love again—proving that recovery is not just about stopping, but about starting anew.This episode is a testament to transformation, purpose, andembracing what makes you different. Nathan’s story reminds us that even in the depths of addiction, change is possible—and sometimes, the key is learning toembrace the weird.

Season 2, Episode 4 – JeremyHiding In The ClosetIn this powerful episode, we meet Jeremy, whose life onceappeared glamorous and full of promise as a successful ballroom dancing coach. But behind the spotlight, he was battling a devastating mix of addictions —including crystal meth, alcohol, sex, and pornography.Jeremy opens up about the double life he was living, thetoll his addictions took, and the moment everything came crashing down. Faced with losing it all, he reached a turning point where he could no longer hideand was forced to confront his demons head-on.Now living a sober life, Jeremy shares what recovery hasgiven him: peace, honesty, and a deep sense of serenity. His story is raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful — a reminder that even in the darkest places, change is possible.This is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Season 2, Episode 3 – ChrisAs Long As Nobody DiesIn this episode, we meet Chris, a musician whose life oncerevolved around alcohol, drugs, and the chaotic culture that often surrounds the music scene. From a young age, substances were a constant presence, and what began as part of the lifestyle gradually evolved into a dependence thatconsumed more and more of his life.Chris reflects honestly on how addiction took hold, themindset he lived with at the time, and the dangerous normalisation of substance use. His story explores the intersection of creativity, music, and substanceuse—and the toll it ultimately took.Now nine years sober, Chris shares what recovery looks likefor him today. He talks about rebuilding his life, rediscovering purpose, and turning his experiences into something positive. That journey led him to create Not Saints, a recordlabel dedicated to supporting artists who are in recovery from addiction.Chris’s story is one of honesty, transformation, andhope—showing how recovery can open the door to creativity, community, and a completely different way of living.

Sober on the Mic – Season 2, Episode 2 - Ryan – One Day at aTime (ODAAT)In this week’s episode of Sober on the Mic, we meet Ryan,who shares his journey through what many would describe as “functioning” alcoholism — a story that will resonate with so many listeners. On the outside, life looked manageable. On the inside, he knew something had to change.After years of contemplating his relationship with alcohol,Ryan finally made the decision to stop drinking — and everything shifted. What followed wasn’t just sobriety, but transformation. Today, he’s the proud ownerof ODAAT Fitness, a thriving business built on the principles that helped save his life. He’s also the present, engaged dad he always wanted to be and a source of inspiration forothers questioning their own drinking.Ryan shares honest insight into navigating sobriety in themodern world, the mindset behind “One Day at a Time,” and how small daily decisions can lead to extraordinary change.This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to hit rockbottom to choose something better — and that living sober can open doors you never imagined possible.

Sober On The Mic – Season 2, Episode 1: Shell – We RecoverLoudly Season Two of Sober On The Mic opens with an honest anddeeply affirming conversation featuring Shell from We Recover Loudly. In this episode, Shell shares her lived experience of navigating addiction alongsideneurodiversity, and how receiving a diagnosis became a turning point thatallowed her to replace self-criticism with compassion.Together, we explore the heavy weight of shame and how itcan keep people stuck, as well as what early recovery really looks like — the uncertainty, the emotional turbulence, and the quiet wins that often go unseen. Shell speaks candidly about the importance of community, support networks, andfinding spaces where recovery is not whispered about, but lived out loud.This episode sets the tone for the new season: honest,supportive, and rooted in the belief that no one has to recover alone. A huge thank you to Shell for sharing her story — and be sure to follow We Recover Loudly for ongoing encouragement and resources on your recovery journey.

Episode Fourteen: Susanne & Ashley – Stick With TheWinnersIn this powerful episode of Sober on the Mic, we sit downwith Susanne and Ashley as they share their journeys from addiction to recovery. Both recount how their lives reached rock bottom—and how hope, community, and support through the fellowship became the turning point. Susanne,now 18 years abstinent, speaks openly about her own recovery and the role she plays today as a sponsor, supporting others on their path to sobriety. Ashley shares his experience of finding recovery with Susanne’s guidance, and howsponsorship helped him rebuild a life he is proud of.In a Sober on the Mic first, we hear from both a sponsor andsponsee together, offering a rare and honest look at how recovery works in action. This episode explores how deeply addiction can consume a person—but more importantly, it reminds us that no matter how far down someone goes, thereis always hope.WATCH EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM - SEACH 'SOBER ON THE MIC'

Episode Thirteen: Mike – Take Things Day By DayIn this episode of Sober on the Mic, we meet Mike, our firstguest from the United States, originally from Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Mike opens up about being prescribed Adderall at a young age and how early exposureto stimulants shaped his relationship with substances later in life. He reflects on the progression of his addiction, the challenges of living with ADHD in sobriety, and the vital role a recovery programme plays in keeping himgrounded. Now six months sober, Mike shares how taking life day by day has transformed his outlook—and how he’s paying it forward by launching his own sobriety platform, Recovery Raw, to support others on the path to recovery.

Episode Twelve: Adam – The Gift of Desperation In this episode of Sober on the Mic, Adam shares his journeyfrom a childhood in Birmingham to nearly two decades in the grip of heroin addiction. First using heroin at just 16, Adam believed he had found something that could quiet his anxiety and make him feel safe. Instead, it led him through years of chaos, homelessness, and despair.At his lowest point, Adam discovered what he now calls “thegift of desperation” — the moment when the pain of staying the same became greater than the fear of change. From rehab to recovery, and from isolation to community, Adam found not just sobriety but a new way of living. Now six years clean from drugs and alcohol, Adam works in adrug and alcohol treatment service, giving back what was so freely given to him. This is a story of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of recovery, filled with honest reflection and practical advice for anyone seeking freedom from addiction, living with anxiety and a path into a life worthliving.

Episode Eleven: Jodie – Take Each Day As It Comes In Episode Eleven of Sober on the Mic, we sit down withJodie as she bravely shares her journey through addiction and recovery. Jodie opens up about how her drug use progressed from recreational substances to heroin and crack cocaine, and the powerful role domestic violence played indeepening her addiction.With honesty and reflection, Jodie talks about theconsequences addiction had on her relationships, and how getting clean allowed her to begin rebuilding trust and reconnecting with her family. She also walksus through her experience in SMART and structured group treatment, explaining how it helped her better understand herself, develop coping strategies, andtake ownership of her recovery.Now focused on taking each day as it comes, Jodie shares herhopes for the future and her plans to give back by volunteering with the very service that supported her on her path to recovery. This is a moving and inspiring episode about resilience, self-discovery, and the power of support inrecovery.

Episode Ten: Chip Somers – Keep It Simple In this episode, we sit down with Chip Somers, a truepioneer in addiction recovery and a figure who has helped shape how addiction is understood and treated across the United Kingdom. With honesty, humility,and deep compassion, Chip shares his extraordinary journey—from years of heroin addiction to building and running his own successful rehabilitation service,and living clean for over 41 years. Chip reflects on the early days of recovery, the lessonsthat saved his life, and why “keeping it simple” remains at the heart of lasting change. His story is not just one of survival, but of service — showing how lived experience can become a force for healing, hope, and systemic change.A beloved voice within the recovery community, Chip’s wisdom continues to inspire generations of people seeking freedom from addiction.For me personally, Chip has always been a huge inspirationand I lived a dream sitting down and talking to him!This episode is a testament to the power of recovery, theimportance of community, and the reality that long-term change is possible.

Episode Nine: Kathryn – Control the Controllable  In this powerful episode, we meet Kathryn, who shares herdeeply honest and moving story of living with alcohol addiction while raising her children. Kathryn reflects openly on her drinking history and the toll it took on her physical health, emotional wellbeing, and relationships, offering araw insight into the realities of addiction behind closed doors. She describes the pivotal moment when a liver function testforced her to confront the impact alcohol was having on her body—an awakening that became the catalyst for profound change. Just twelve months later, Kathrynachieved something she once thought impossible: completing the London Marathon, symbolising not only physical recovery but renewed self-belief and purpose. This episode is a story of resilience, accountability, andhope. Kathryn shares practical advice on what to expect in recovery, the importance of focusing on what you can control, and how small, consistent changes can lead to life-changing transformation. Her journey offers reassurance to anyone struggling with addiction, particularly parents, thatrecovery is possible and that a healthier, more connected life can be rebuilt one step at a time.WATCH ON YOUTUBE - SEARCH SOBER ON THE MIC

Sober on the Mic – Episode 8: Gethin – To Infinity andBeyondIn this powerful episode of Sober on the Mic, we sit downwith Gethin as he shares an honest and deeply personal account of his journey through addiction, mental health struggles, and recovery. Gethin opens up about how his mental health influenced hisrelationship with drugs, and the ways substance use became both a coping mechanism and a catalyst for further challenges. He speaks candidly aboutreaching abstinence, the realities of recovery, and how managing mental health can feel especially overwhelming when addiction is part of the picture. This episode also explores the profound impact of Gethin’sphysical health journey, including living with Crohn’s disease, undergoing stoma surgery, and later reversal. Gethin reflects on how these life-changingexperiences shaped his identity, resilience, and recovery, and how learning to live with uncertainty pushed him to find strength beyond what he thought possible. To Infinity and Beyond is a story of endurance,self-discovery, and hope—reminding us that recovery is not just about sobriety, but about learning to live fully, even when the path forward feels daunting

Episode 7 : Jo – Shifting Mindset In this week’s episode, we sit down with Jo, whose journeyfrom alcohol addiction to becoming a dedicated recovery worker is as honest asit is inspiring. Jo opens up about the early signs that her drinking had taken control, the moment she knew she needed help, and the courageous steps she tookto begin rebuilding her life. She talks us through the practical tools, support networks,and mindset shifts that helped her get sober—and, just as importantly, how she continues to maintain her recovery today. Now working on the frontline supporting others, Jo reflects on what it means to give back and how her livedexperience fuels her passion for helping people find hope. This is a heartfelt, empowering conversation aboutresilience, purpose, and the possibility of change

Episode Six : Joe Sealey – I Choose LifeIn this powerful episode of Sober on the Mic, we sit downwith Joe Sealey — a man whose life has taken him from professional football pitches to the world of business, media, and authorship. Son of a ManchesterUnited legend, Joe has lived much of his life in the public eye, but behind the success and headlines lies a deeply personal journey many haven’t heard. Joe opens up about the addiction that took hold of him atjust 18, sharing the raw truth of the relapses, chaos, and consequences that followed. With honesty and humility, he reflects on what kept him stuck, what finally pushed him toward change, and how he rebuilt his life in recovery. This episode is a testament to resilience, vulnerability,and the possibility of a new beginning — no matter how many detours lie behindyou. Join us for an inspiring conversation that sheds light on the realities ofaddiction and the strength found in sobriety.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: Search SOBER ON THE MIC

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Lauren, whobravely opens up about her journey through addiction and the profound work in her recovery journey. Lauren’s story is one that echoes the experiences of so many: a path shaped by trauma, hurt, and difficult truths — but also by forgiveness, resilience, and hope. With honesty that is both raw and deeply inspiring, Laurentakes us through the moments that challenged her and the turning points that are helping her reclaim her life, She also shares the unexpected yet transformative role poetry has played in her healing, and we’re honoured thatshe reads one of her own poems during our conversation.Creating this episode with Lauren was truly a privilege. Hercourage and openness remind us of how powerful lived experience stories are.Watch on YouTube - Search Sober On The Mic

Episode 4:  Joe – Finding the Fellowship In this powerful episode, Joe opens up about a journey thatbegan when he first experimented with drugs at just 12 years old. What started as curiosity quickly spiralled into a long-term addiction that shaped his teenage years, strained relationships, and consumed nearly every part of hislife. But Joe’s story doesn’t end in darkness. He shares themoment he discovered the fellowship that helped him rebuild, reconnect, andultimately find freedom from addiction. With honesty and heart, Joe walks us through the highs, the lows, and the hope he never expected to find. Tune in to hear Joe’s inspiring path to recovery on Sober onthe Mic—a story of resilience, community, and the power of starting over.Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/eBU-ZrUpDCE?si=hAgBbLKld0uZSXd1

Episode 3: Joe Capper – Stand Up For Recovery:Before becoming one of the South West’s most lovedcomedians, Joe was battling a very different part of his life: addiction. In this raw and revealing episode of Sober on the Mic, Joe opens up about his journey—from the chaos and vulnerability of substance dependence to discovering a new, healthier addiction: stand-up comedy. With his trademark humour, unfiltered honesty and arelatability that cuts straight through the stigma, Joe talks about the messier moments that shaped him, the turning points that saved him, and how comedy became both his outlet and his lifeline. This is a conversation about struggle,resilience, and learning to rebuild—one laugh at a time.Please note – Lauren had a cold this day so please excuse thecough!!Watch on YouTube - Search: Sober On The Mic If you enjoy this episode, please give us a like, share andsubscribe to our YouTube Channel by searching Sober On The Mic!!

Episode Two – Simon: A story of truth, transformation, andthe incredible resilience of the human spirit.In this powerful episode of Sober on the Mic, we meet Simon— a man who once believed he had his drinking under control. For years, he told himself he was a “functional alcoholic,”. but everything changed the day he heard the words that shattered his illusion: “You need a liver transplant.”Simon opens up about the shock, the fear, and the difficultjourney that followed — from denial to acceptance, and ultimately, to recovery. His story is raw, honest, and deeply inspiring. Join us as Simon shares how hitting rock bottom became the turning point that gave him his life back, one sober day at a time.Watch the Video on YouTube - Search: Sober On The MicEpisode Two – Simon: A story of truth, transformation, andthe incredible resilience of the human spirit.In this powerful episode of Sober on the Mic, we meet Simon— a man who once believed he had his drinking under control. For years, he toldhimself he was a “functional alcoholic,”. but everything changed the day heheard the words that shattered his illusion: “You need a liver transplant.”Simon opens up about the shock, the fear, and the difficultjourney that followed — from denial to acceptance, and ultimately, to recovery.His story is raw, honest, and deeply inspiring. Join us as Simon shares howhitting rock bottom became the turning point that gave him his life back, onesober day at a time.

Episode One – James: From the Streets to Support In our powerful first episode, we meet James, whose life has taken him from drug dealing and dangerous entanglements with Mexican cartels to transforming his purpose through volunteering in addiction services. James shares his journeywith raw honesty — the highs, the horrors, and the hope that emerged from his darkest moments. His story is unlike any other, and we are honoured to bring it to you. Please Note:This podcast contains mature themes and is not suitable for listeners under 18. Trigger Warning:This episode includes descriptions of violence, trauma, and abuseWatch on YouTube - Search: Sober On The MicFollow on Instagram - Search: Sober On The Mic 

🎙️ Sober on the Mic is a raw and honest lived-experience podcast where real people share their journeys through addiction, recovery, and everything in between. Hosted with compassion and curiosity, each episode dives deep into the personal stories behind sobriety — the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the moments that changed everything. Whether you’re in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand the human side of addiction, Sober on the Mic offers connection, hope, and powerful reminders that no one has to walk this path alone.