Rock Bottom With Ryan

Ryan and Rachel discuss how chaos can persist in sobriety through overbooking, restlessness, and chasing dopamine, and how peace and stability can feel uncomfortable after years of addiction-driven turmoil. They reflect on self-induced chaos during drinking, the difficulty of sitting still, and how boredom and isolation can trigger overthinking and worst-case scenarios. Ryan shares frustration aft...

On Rock Bottom with Ryan, Ryan and co-host Rachel Sereni interview Denny LaVé, a Montana-born Idaho entrepreneur and political candidate, about a childhood marked by family breakup, instability, poverty tied to parental substance abuse, and early exposure to pornography that shaped shame and trauma responses. Denny describes being kicked out after high school, couch surfing, and navigating college...

In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Ryan interviews Sonia, a licensed psychotherapist and first-generation Mexican American from Pomona, California, about her recovery journey. Sonia shares growing up with an alcoholic father, trauma at home, and later an abusive relationship that fueled heavier drinking and drug use, including cocaine and crystal meth. She describes a serious car accident w...

On this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Jordan from the Los Angeles area shares his sobriety date (July 27, 2025) and describes years of alcohol-fueled partying that often led to cocaine and other drugs. He recounts a childhood shaped by a loving, overprotective mother, an absent father who exposed him to heavy partying early, and how quitting sports in high school accelerated drug use, stealing...

In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Ryan interviews his cousin Tom Donahoe, who shares his sobriety date (July 1, 2024), his progression from alcohol and cocaine to meth, and how family dysfunction, depression, and severe bullying and abuse from his sister shaped his self-image and fueled addiction. Tom recounts early blackouts, school failure, a Navy discharge after a cocaine drug test, a m...

In this powerful interview, a survivor shares her journey through childhood neglect, addiction, trafficking, and her path to recovery. Her story highlights the realities of trafficking and addiction, emphasizing resilience and hope.

Wendy Grijalva shares her powerful journey through childhood trauma, addiction, recovery, and finding purpose. This episode offers insights into the complexities of addiction, the importance of a holistic recovery approach, and hope for those struggling.

Ryan and Rachel discuss grief and loss in addiction and sobriety, prompted by Rachel learning via social media that a former friend from her bar days has died. Rachel, 34, shares that she has lost 10–11 friends to overdoses or accidents and describes attending an upcoming candle lighting while navigating anxiety about seeing people who distanced themselves when she got sober. Ryan compares grievin...

In this heartfelt interview, Sober Barbie Krista shares her journey from childhood in Hilton Head Island to her struggles with alcohol and drugs, her arrest and recovery, and her inspiring efforts to help others through social media, community activism, and opening sober living homes. Discover her insights on addiction, recovery, and the power of sharing your story to inspire change.

In this in-depth interview, Christopher shares his personal journey through addiction, his experiences with alcohol and drugs from a young age, and how he transformed his life to help others. Discover insights on the spectrum of addiction, the importance of support systems, and practical advice for those struggling or curious about recovery.

Kim shares her inspiring journey of sobriety, driven by her son's epilepsy diagnosis, and how she turned her experience into a movement with 'Sober is the New Cool.' Discover insights on overcoming addiction, the power of community, and how to support others in recovery.

Marley's inspiring journey from a tumultuous childhood and addiction to sobriety and healing. She shares her experiences with childhood trauma, manipulation, abuse, and her path to recovery, highlighting the importance of community, therapy, and resilience.

In this in-depth interview, Ali Clark shares her powerful journey of overcoming addiction, trauma, and narcissistic abuse. Discover her insights on the importance of trauma-informed recovery, building a supportive dream team, and the transformative power of sobriety and trauma work.

In this candid episode, Ryan and Rachel explore themes of sobriety, mental health, isolation, and personal growth. They share personal stories about grief, recovery, and the importance of community, offering insights and practical advice for navigating life's challenges sober.

In this heartfelt interview, Katie shares her journey from early drinking habits to sobriety, highlighting the social and emotional factors that influenced her relationship with alcohol. She discusses practical strategies for overcoming alcohol dependence, the importance of community support, and her ongoing commitment to health and wellness.

Heidi shares her inspiring journey from active addiction to sobriety, highlighting the challenges, relapses, and the importance of community support in recovery. Her story offers valuable insights for anyone on or considering their recovery path.

In this heartfelt interview, Amanda Crossley (once an addict who was hosted on Dr. Phil, Soft White Underbelly, and Hope-A-Holics) shares her inspiring journey from a life of addiction to sobriety, highlighting the importance of community, self-awareness, and resilience. Discover her insights on overcoming family enablers, the power of connection, and practical advice for those on their sobriety p...

This episode features an in-depth conversation with Michael, who shares his journey from childhood trauma, mental health struggles, and substance abuse to recovery. Discover how cultural influences, family dynamics, and personal resilience shaped his path to sobriety and self-awareness. This episode features Multifaceted Monster sharing his journey through addiction, recovery, and mental health ad...

In this inspiring interview, Will McLaughlin shares his journey from early childhood, through struggles with alcohol and drugs, to achieving five years of sobriety. Discover insights on mental health, the importance of support systems, and how lifestyle changes like exercise and therapy have transformed his life.

In this powerful episode, Ryan and Rachel sit down with Britt to talk about a journey marked by pain, resilience, and transformation. Britt opens up about her struggles with self-harm, how it evolved into addiction to drugs and alcohol, and the toll it took on her relationships with family and herself. With honesty and courage, she shares what it was like to feel trapped in that cycle—and what it...

In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Chris Hobden shares his powerful journey through addiction, loss, and recovery. Growing up in a family plagued by addiction, Chris faced numerous challenges, including the loss of his father and struggles with mental health. He discusses his experiences in high school, the turning point in his life when he confronted his food addiction, and the transformat...

In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, host Ryan and co-host Rachel interview Erica Calhoun, a women's alcohol freedom coach. Erica shares her journey through addiction, including her early struggles with substance use, the impact of abusive relationships, and her decision to get sober. She discusses the challenges of early sobriety, the importance of therapy, and the role of community support....

In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Jes Landau shares her journey from a life intertwined with alcohol in the wine industry to embracing sobriety and wellness. With a sober date of April 2nd, Jes reflects on her upbringing in a drinking household, her college experiences, and the challenges of her marriage and divorce. She discusses the gradual realization of her drinking habits and how soun...

In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Andrew shares his journey through addiction, detailing his experiences with alcohol and cocaine, the impact of his family dynamics, and the progression of his drinking habits. He discusses the isolation that comes with alcoholism, the mental health struggles intertwined with addiction, and the eventual rock bottom that led him to seek recovery. Andrew emph...

In this episode, Charlie LeVoir shares his profound journey through addiction and recovery, detailing the impact of childhood trauma on his coping mechanisms. He discusses the early onset of alcohol use, the escalation of his addiction, and the severe consequences he faced, including a DWI. Charlie emphasizes the importance of community and connection in recovery, highlighting how vulnerability an...