Matt Pinfield: Sound, Sobriety and Success

Radio vet Thor Dodd, co-host of The Show on Rock 105.3 in San Diego, opens up about how he turned his life around and became sober at 20 and how he’s committed to serving local programs to help others recover. On this episode, Thor talks to Matt about: Struggling in school due to drug and alcohol use Going to 10 different rehab programs but still struggling to stay sober Getting kicked out of the...

Celebrity and Sports agent Darren Prince, who represented stars such as Magic Johnson, Dennis Rodman, and Muhammad Ali, shares his recovery journey and how he became an advocate and speaker on addiction recovery and mental health. He opens up about being successful not in terms of wealth or fame, but through his internal healing and being of service to others.   On this episode, Darren talks to Ma...

Chrissy Metz, the Emmy and Golden Globe nominated Actress and singer known for playing Kate Pierce on This is Us, shares what she learned from playing a mother addicted to opioids in the film “Stay Awake.” She also discusses her history of food issues, life lessons from her memoir, and starting her music career.   On this episode, Chrissy talks to Matt about: How she got into acting and the long r...

Grammy-winning singer, dancer, and actor AJ McLean of the Backstreet Boys shares his journey from addiction to recovery, the highlights of performing, and how getting sober has improved his music and changed his perspective.   On this episode, AJ talks to Matt about: How he got into dancing, acting, and singing from an early age, and his passion for performing What started his troubles with alcoho...

Former reality star on MTV’s popular reality show “Laguna Beach” and advocate Jason Wahler shares his struggles with addiction from an early age and how being a reality star on the show as a teen changed his life. Wahler discusses his journey through addiction, recovery, relapse, and then dedicating himself to helping others facing the same issues he did.  On this episode, Jason talks to Matt abou...

Grammy Winning Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Matt Sorum shares his experiences as the drummer for iconic rock bands such as Guns N Roses, The Cult, and Velvet revolver. Sorum discusses his journey from drug smuggler to rock star, the peaks and valleys of his career, life on tour, and settling down to become a family man.  On this episode, the Matts talk about: How Ringo Starr inspired him...

Singer songwriter TJ George, and bassist and producer Vernon Porter are the principal forces behind Heroes and Legends, a new album that features Bill Medley (Righteous Brother), Bill Champlin (formerly of Chicago), Michael McDonald, Richard Page (formerly of Mr. Mister). They share with Matt Pinfield their experience creating Demand Impact, and the struggle of watching loved ones suffer from addi...

Radio Hall of Famer Laura Cain is the outspoken host of "Laura Cain After Dark." She recently celebrated 15 years of sobriety and shares her experience with Matt Pinfield, which in their conversation, found several similarities they experienced from their first drinks at a very young age, experimenting with drugs and then finding support from their friends and family. On this episode, Laura talks...

Leigh Steinberg is an American sports agent, philanthropist, and author who during his 41-year career, has represented over 300 professional athletes in football, baseball, basketball, boxing, and Olympic sports while having struggled with alcoholism for many years before turning his life around. Leigh speaks candidly with Matt on this episode of Sound Sobriety and Success about his struggles, his...

Jeff Jampol is a Grammy-winning and Emmy-nominated producer who serves as the CEO of JAM, Inc, managing well-known bands, artists, and their estates. Jeff is also a long-time outspoken advocate on the power of sobriety and has played an important part in Matt’s own recovery. Listen as Matt speaks with his friend Jeff about their mutual love for rock music, advice for those who are seeking re...

Shireen Janti is the Senior Director of Mental Health & Addiction Services at MusiCares and helps to provide ​​mental health & addiction recovery to music professionals. As a former addict who has long been in recovery, Shireen seeks to help others who are struggling and is an advocate for women who are stuck in unsafe or unhealthy situations. Listen as Matt speaks with his friend Shireen...

Dr. Drew Pinsky , known nationally as “Dr. Drew,” has been a ubiquitous fixture both on television and radio for the entirety of his multifaceted career. Passionate about treating addicts and helping them live sober lives, Dr. Drew was a vital part of the team that helped Matt Pinfield with his own recovery. Listen as longtime friends Matt and Dr. Drew delve into the myths and misunder...

SOUND, SOBRIETY and SUCCESS is an inspiring podcast hosted by Matt Pinfield (MTV, WestwoodOne) who has been in the music scene for three decades and has been on the road for recovery with a little help from his friends. He has been vocal about his sobriety journey and this podcast seeks to inspire anyone going through similar situations.  The Sound & Sobriety podcast is all about open and...