SOBER AS F*CK

In this powerful episode of Sober as F ck*, Ryan and Jess sit down with Michelle to unpack her raw, unfiltered journey through childhood trauma, addiction, and recovery. Michelle shares how early exposure to substance use, unresolved trauma, and environmental influences shaped her addiction—and what finally led her to say, “I don’t want to do this anymore.” Michelle opens up about hitting rock bot...

Episode Description Season Three begins with reflection, intention, and momentum. In this episode of Sober As F ck*, Ryan and Jess celebrate the launch of their third season by looking back on their sobriety journey, sober holiday traditions, and the personal growth that comes from choosing intention over autopilot. They reflect on their first sober holiday season, including meaningful travels to...

This episode closes out Season 2 of Sober as F ck* and marks the end of 2025 with a curated compilation of the most impactful moments from every Season 2 episode. This recap brings together honest conversations centered on sobriety, mental health, recovery, relationships, identity, boundaries, fitness, and personal growth. These moments reflect the vulnerability, truth, and real-life experiences t...

From vineyard manager to marathon runner, Tim Taylor shares his powerful journey of stepping away from alcohol and stepping into purpose. In this episode, Tim opens up about working in the alcohol industry, choosing sobriety, and how that decision transformed his mental health, discipline, and identity. What started as a personal commitment has grown into a public mission: running one marathon eve...

In this powerful episode of Sober as F*ck, Ryan and Jess sit down with Abby Calabrese to unpack her journey to an alcohol-free life after years of struggling with drinking and the quiet pressure of mommy wine culture. Abby shares what it was like growing up with an alcoholic parent, how normalized drinking shaped her identity as a mother, and why early sobriety forced her to confront self-worth, r...

In this powerful episode of Sober as F*ck , Ryan and Jess sit down with Krista Martinez, a resilient mother, domestic-violence survivor, and the creator of the lifestyle brand Always Improving . Krista opens up about her raw and remarkable journey through addiction, recovery, self-worth, mental health, and the fight to rebuild her life from the ground up. Krista shares the truth behind her early r...

Keywords sobriety, recovery, addiction, memoir, personal growth, community support, resilience, mental health, alcohol, transformation Summary In this engaging conversation, Beth McDonough shares her remarkable journey from a successful career in TV news to facing the consequences of her addiction. After two DUIs, she found herself in jail, which marked the beginning of her path to recovery. Beth...

SummaryIn this episode, Ryan and Jess welcome Ashley Kalar-Miller, who shares her inspiring journey of sobriety and personal growth. Ashley discusses her turning point that led her to quit drinking, the impact of sobriety on her relationships, and how she navigated life after making this significant change. She also reflects on her professional growth, the importance of community support, and her...

This special episode is a heartfelt tribute to Peter Baylis, who recently passed away from Glioblastoma. It compiles his previous appearances on the podcast, celebrating his life, his contributions to the recovery community, and his enduring spirit. Keywords:Peter Baylis, tribute, Glioblastoma, recovery community, remembranceTakeaways:Peter Baylis was a beloved member of the recovery community. Hi...

WWW.LINK.TREE/COASTER509 Keywordssober, recovery, alcohol, community, music, parenting, acting, sobriety, Coaster, podcastSummaryIn this episode of 'Sober As F*ck', hosts Jess and Ryan welcome Coaster, a hip hop artist and motivational speaker with nearly 11 years of sobriety. Coaster shares his journey with alcohol, including early drinking experiences, a life-changing accident, and the i...

Summary In this episode of Sober As F*ck, hosts Jess and Ryan welcome Alex and Alison, a couple who met in recovery and have been sober for 17 and 15 years, respectively. They share their individual journeys to sobriety, the challenges they faced, and how their backgrounds influenced their addiction. The conversation delves into the importance of community, the impact of relationships in recovery,...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions that may be triggering for some listeners, including but not limited to anxiety, panic attacks, sensory overload, and other sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised. Summary:Dive into the Halloween spirit with Jess and Ryan as they transform into Spartan Cheerleaders and tackle the thrills of Halloween Horror Nights. This episode is packed...

Trigger Warning: This podcast may include discussions on sensitive topics, including but not limited to addiction, mental health, and personal struggles. Listener discretion is advised. In this compelling episode of Jess & Ryan's podcast, discover Desiree Coz's transformative journey from addiction to advocacy. Desiree candidly discusses her battle with alcohol, the life-changing impac...

Trigger Warning:This podcast contains open, honest, and unfiltered conversations. Topics may include, but are not limited to, addiction, substance use, mental health, trauma, grief, abuse, suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, body image, relationships, sex, gender, identity, discrimination, violence, and other potentially sensitive or distressing issues. Listener discretion is strongly advised. P...

Trigger Warning: In this episode, we talk openly about addiction, sobriety, mental health struggles, trauma, relationships, grief, and recovery. These conversations are real, raw, and may be difficult for some listeners. Please listen at your own pace and step away if needed. In this heartfelt episode of "Sober As F*ck," Jess marks a significant milestone of 500 days sober. Together with...

Trigger Warning: This podcast contains open, honest, and unfiltered conversations. Topics may include, but are not limited to, addiction, substance use, mental health, trauma, grief, abuse, suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, body image, relationships, sex, gender, identity, discrimination, violence, and other potentially sensitive or distressing issues. Listener discretion is strongly advised....

Trigger Warning:This podcast contains open and honest conversations about sensitive subjects, which may include, but are not limited to, substance use, addiction, recovery, mental health challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, abuse, eating disorders, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, relationship struggles, violence, and other potentially triggering experiences. Join us in this heartfel...

Trigger Warning: This episode of "Sober as F*ck" discusses sensitive topics including alcoholism, addiction, mental health struggles, and generational trauma. Listener discretion is advised. In this compelling episode, hosts Ryan and Jess welcome Christopher Huber, a dedicated advocate for sobriety and creator of the "Craving Crushers" program. Christopher shares his transforma...

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including addiction, substance abuse, self-harm, eating disorders, and grief. Please prioritize your mental well-being and listen with care. Join Jess and Ryan on the "Sober as F*ck" podcast as they welcome special guest Susanne Warye. Susanne, a celebrated author and host of "The Sober Mom Life" podcast, shares her journ...

Trigger Warning:This content may discuss sensitive topics including but not limited to: addiction, sobriety, substance use, mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, eating disorders, body image, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, grief, loss, relationships, sexuality, identity, discrimination, and other potentially distressing experiences. Viewer/listener discretion is advised. Please take ca...

Trigger Warning:This podcast contains open, honest, and unfiltered conversations. Topics may include, but are not limited to, addiction, substance use, mental health, trauma, grief, abuse, suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, body image, relationships, sex, gender, identity, discrimination, violence, and other potentially sensitive or distressing issues. Listener discretion is strongly advised. P...

Trigger Warning:This podcast contains open, honest, and unfiltered conversations. Topics may include, but are not limited to, addiction, substance use, mental health, trauma, grief, abuse, suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, body image, relationships, sex, gender, identity, discrimination, violence, and other potentially sensitive or distressing issues. Listener discretion is strongly advised. P...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains open and honest discussions that may include sensitive topics such as substance use, addiction, recovery, mental health challenges, trauma, abuse, relationships, loss, self-harm, eating disorders, and other potentially triggering content. Listener discretion is advised. Join us for an inspiring episode as we explore the remarkable journey of Samantha Landry,...

Trigger Warning:This episode contains open and honest discussions about addiction, trauma, mental health, recovery, and family challenges. Listener discretion is advised. The goal of every conversation on Sober as F*ck is to shed light, offer support, and break the stigma. What if the rock bottom you feared was actually your foundation? In this episode, we sit down with Khatie Krisztian who rebuil...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions of addiction, substance use, mental health struggles, eating disorders, trauma, abuse, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. Please listen with care and take what you need. Your well-being comes first. If you're in crisis, we encourage you to seek support from a mental health professional or crisis line. This week on Sober as F*ck, we sit down wit...