Menace to Sobriety

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, mindset, and rebuilding your life. 🎧 Listen now. Swindon Celebrity Charity football match tickets https:...

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 episode is powerful. We also dive deep into emotional regulation, a**iction p*ychology, and why so many...

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 took a terrifying turn when a hidden brain condition led to emergency surgery… his skull removed, a blood...

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 •⁠ ⁠Walking the streets, hitting rock bottom •⁠ ⁠The truth behind social media vs real life •⁠ ⁠Fatherhood,...

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 warning signs many people miss. We also dive into the female perspective on a**iction and recovery, a...

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 adored him, and he had a bright future ahead of him. But what began with nights out and experimenting with...

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 “isn’t a problem”… until it is •⁠ ⁠The little voice telling you to go back •⁠ ⁠Grief, funerals and staying...

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 recognised signs of compulsive sexual behaviour •⁠ ⁠Why p**n hits your dopamine harder than real intimacy •⁠ ⁠...

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. It’s about what was underneath it. We talk about: The ego that keeps you stuck •⁠ ⁠Anger, shame and ide...

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, damaging his health, and struggling with shame, to the moment he genuinely believed he was watching himsel...

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 sobriety can feel boring, empty and confusing, and how understanding your brain can stop the shame. 🎧 Ful...

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, anxiety, and the lie that “cutting back” means you’ve got control. He shares the exact moment things chan...

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, ❄️ & Ocean Beach •⁠ ⁠The health crash that nearly killed him after getting sober •⁠ ⁠Why rehab saved his...

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, relapse, rehab and what actually keeps you sober when the noise stops. If you’ve ever felt lost, empty,...

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 really count. It did count. It cost me moments I’ll never get back, trust I had to earn again, and years...

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 happened this year — it stays here. Tonight is your fresh start. If you’re staying sober tonight, you’re...

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 motivation. This isn’t therapy talk. This is real life. If you’re struggling or telling yourself “I’ll s...

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, loneliness, and staying sober when life gets heavy. This isn’t polished. It isn’t preachy. It’s just h...

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 this. You’re present. You’re here. You didn’t ruin Christmas, you’re saving it. If today feels heavy, sit w...

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 for you. You’re not alone. 👇 Drop a comment if this helped. Share it with someone who needs it. Sponso...

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 his sobriety and mental health. From Christmas parties, family tension, boredom, WhatsApp groups and so...

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 you guys can personally get involved. It will be back in the new year, so let me know what you guys hav...

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 an issue then this episode is good to refer back to reaffirm why you are on this path. This video is all...

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 sober. To this day it doesn't get easier but I understand it more and more regarding the triggers and how...

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 setbacks and thinking traits that lead to poor mental health and bad days. I'll be getting you to have...