Welcome, listeners, to another episode of Clean or Sober, where we dive deep into stories of recovery, resilience, and triumph. Today's guest has an incredible journey to share, emphasizing the transformative power of staying clean and sober. Focusing on personal growth has catapulted our guest into a leadership role both in the workplace and within their community. Since embracing sobriety, doors of opportunity have swung wide open—leading to leadership positions, nationwide travels, and a fulfilling role as a mentor for those around them. However, the path to recovery is not without its chal ..read more

Today, I had the privilege of hosting a guest on the podcast whose journey is nothing short of inspirational. At one point in his life, he found himself sleeping in his car, right outside a bar he used to frequent regularly. Despite numerous challenges, he experienced pivotal "God" moments that eventually led him to surrender. This remarkable individual reached a turning point after enduring multiple relapses, prioritizing his role as a parent, and discovering a new path to living. His story is a testament to resilience and transformation. If you know someone with a compelling story who would ..read more

Today's guest tried to get sober so many times.  Most of the time he was more interested in getting, using and finding ways and means to get drugs, that he did not care about any single person surrounding him. This led to an overdose which almost left him paralyzed.  There was one last ditch effort by someone amazing people in his life, and the question was asked, "What are you going to do?"  He chose to finally get fully surrendered into the program of Alcoholics Anonymous. Today he is a business owner and is very passionate about leadership outside the rooms of AA. If you o ..read more

At the young age of 11, she was a runaway and obviously a part of all the things which come with life on the streets and no parental encouragement or attention.  She was sexually active at the age of 11 and realized she was following in her mothers footsteps.   Despite watching her mother struggled with prostitution and a life of addiction as well, she was lured into the lifestyle and no hope from there.  After many grueling years of jails, institutions, and near death she finally decided to make a change. Now she is active in the recovery community, owns sober living propertie ..read more

Today's guest has an incredibly inspiring story. She grappled with substance use disorder and untreated mental health issues for a significant period. We often refer to individuals facing both challenges as "double winners" within our program. You've got to appreciate a touch of dark humor, right? Somehow, she managed to achieve sobriety during the pandemic, partly because she had initial exposure to Alcoholics Anonymous and witnessed its success in the lives of others around her. Coming from an alcoholic family background, she tragically lost her abusive father at a young age when her mother ..read more

Today's guest attempted to get clean very young and was not successful.  This led to a life of continuing to use, graduating to more dangerous using which ultimately led to her surrendering enough to try treatment again. She had some period of clean time before thinking to herself, "I can probably just drink a little"  She was able to get honest with her sponsor, make it back to the rooms and today has recovery again ..read more

My guest today has tried to get sober many times.  His brother was able to get sober earlier than he did which provided some type of attraction rather than promotion.  This allowed him to see what life could be like not using drugs or alcohol.   He eventually got sober after numerous attempts, creating his own most pits (unbeknownst to others around him), receiving lots of physical injuries and everything else that comes with using.   Today his life is surrounding by amazing people who love him and want the best for him.  The word friends does not even do justice the ..read more

My guest today was clean in 1986!!  With 36 years clean he shares his experience on how the program was when he entered, the life of misery he was creating for himself, some of which includes 6 DUI's (Driving Under the Influence).   He shares about not living up to the standards his parents set for him which includes, loyalty, honesty and integrity.   At some point he reached his point of surrender and checked himself into treatment. His life today is filled with so much amazing things which includes his lovely crazy wife.  They ride motorcycles today and he said, "I am l ..read more

Tonight's episode is brought to you by my very first sponsor.  He was single handedly responsible for saying yes to me when I was looking for someone to guide me through the steps. A very unique person in recovery who has walked countless people through the process of recovery.   He now runs his own business called SnotFair Vintage. SNOT FAIR's Shop - Depop IG: Snot_Fair_Vintage  @snotfair | Linktree Ebay: SnotFair He is passionate about spirituality today, being mindful and being of service to others.  His story like many others is filled with ups and downs which inclu ..read more

My guest today spent years working as a professional in a field where the stigma of addiction or sobriety is looked down upon.  She was able to maintain some time with sheer abstinence but found out over time it takes a little work on her part doing the simple things most people suggest.  After 5 years of what seemed to be a great length and strong sobriety, she found herself divorced and needing to start over a life she knew best.  This sparked the creation of the platform of supporting others in recovery which have time, short and long, or those who are just curious.  M ..read more