Sober Onions

Join Crystal Morrell for a fun and insightful Sober Onions Reunion featuring three remarkable previous guests. In this special episode, Crystal is joined by: Martin Lockett from the episode "My Prison Life" Melissa Gissy Witherspoon from the episode "I'm Sober...So Now What?" David Clemen , host of the Recover Nuggets Podcast  During this reunion, they share updates since...

Welcome Back to Sober Onions Podcast! Crystal Morrell is back to guide you and encourage you on your sober journey.  Crystal talks about finding freedom in sobriety discussing may methods of success. Whether you are in recovery or supporting a loved one, or just curious about what it means to live sober, this podcast is for you.  Crystal will dive deep into the heart of her sobriety and the sobrie...

Join Crystal as she interviews a new friend from the new town she just moved to, August VanRynsoever. The two have some WILD stories for you!  Do you ever get nervous that your Sobriety will be challenged if you move to a different town?   I know I was nervous. So, I just stuck my neck out, found a meeting and introduced myself. I immediately made new friends and we can connect and support each ot...

Join Crystal as she interviews Ryan Dusick the founding drummer of Maroon 5. Crystal and Ryan both grew up in the Los Angeles area. Although Ryan was becoming a famous drummer and Crystal was becoming a mother BOTH stories involve an addiction to Alcohol. They both are on a recovery journey and believe that recovering out loud can spread the awareness that Sobriety IS Possible. About Ryan's n...

Join Crystal as she interviews Martin in the Part 1 of his story and life in recovery. Watch on YouTUBE: https://youtu.be/2wdXJLkWjSk About Martin:  Martin Lockett is a writer and speaker whose words have impacted thousands of people, even before leaving prison. He served almost 18 years for manslaughter, caused by an accident one New Year’s eve where he drank excessively and drove through a stop...

Join Crystal as she interviews Melissa. Melissa emailed her about her new book  I'm Sober ... Now What? .. and immediately Crystal was intrigued. I mean who doesn't ask that question when they get sober!!  After they met, immediately they had questions for each other and Crystal had to interview her on the Podcast! They had so much in common and share so many similar experiences about ad...

Join Crystal as she interviews Jennifer Fox from Dragonoilia!  Crystal and Jen talk about loss of family members to addiction, Sober Curious Movement, Learning how to live life sober and setting goals for yourself that change your life!  About Jennifer:  After miscarrying twice in 2015, losing her mom to lung cancer in 2016 and separating from her abusive husband in 2017 Jennifer Fox headed into 2...

Join Crystal as she interviews Michelle Smith! Wow what an interview! Crystal and Michelle met for the first time over zoom and the connection was immediate! They talk about Motherhood, Addiction, Treatment Centers, Therapy, Her Social Media Platform, Her Ted Talk and More!  They both agreed that the main goal of anyone who is willing to be open about their recovery is to help the person who is st...

Join Crystal as she interviews Tara from Sober Buddy. In this episode they talk about Shame, Motherhood, Childhood upbringing and more. It was such a great interview and energy between Crystal and Tara, they plan on collaborating more in the future! Let's talk about TARA! Tara is the creative visionary and CEO behind SoberBuddy, the maker of the Your SoberBuddy app and SoberBuddy Mail. Tara’s...

Did you say NO Drinking during Vacation? Join Crystal as she discusses Alcohol Free Travel ! As an frequent traveler before Sobriety to many different states and countries she discusses all her alcohol abuse during multiple trips, Vacations ruined, Cruise Black Outs, Trip disasters and also the fun and funny memories that sometimes can trigger her during her recovery.  Hooked on Travel Sponsored C...

Join Crystal as she interviews Laura…. They both have similar humor, so this episode is a HOOT! Laura an Crystal talk about Grocery Store Blackouts, Generational Addiction, Partying, Dogs, Husbands, Social Media ... and more! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/axUEEr3_w7U About Laura: Laura is the creator behind Your Sober Pal on Instagram and Tik Tok, where she shares hilarious, relatable, and in...

Join Crystal as she interviews Hilary from South Carolina! Hilary began her sobriety journey in 1992 at 20 years (Sober date 09/27/1992) old while still in college. Although getting sober at such a young age was challenging, she knows the decision to change her life early was what ultimately gave her the beautiful life she has today. Today, Hilary is a married mom of 4 who feels a special calling...

Join Crystal as she interviews Chief John Quillin about losing his child, alcohol abuse and recovery in the military. About John: Chief John Quillin, USN, MPA tragically lost their daughter in 2012 and that lead to his abuse and then dependence on alcohol. John has been sober since Oct 19 of 2012. It was a dangerous time in his life, and he was able to go through a Navy outpatient treatment plan t...

First Season 2 Episode! 2022 Crystal now 8 months sober discusses with Curtis heavy partying, confessions of an addict, his Sober Bike Ride and more! Let me tell you about Curtis! Curtis Wasylow was born just outside Vancouver, BC, Canada. Youngest of four siblings and two amazing parents, he had a pretty good upbringing. He was driven, motivated and in most people's eyes... a success. He spe...

Oh Boy did this Episode run the Gamut! Join Crystal as she interviews Joey from Hope Be The Cure in Canada. They talk about Joey's Child Sexual Abuse, Losing his daughter Hope, Building Sober Living Communities and Crystal used to being the ultimate Alcoholic Train Wreck. With all that said, Recovery is REAL. It's working and we join together to share our stories and encourage each other...

Join Crystal as she interviews Michael from the UK!  They talk about sobriety, relationships and Sober Events! Michael Sargood is a 39-year-old communications manager for a London local authority. He is 9 months sober from alcohol after Detox and Rehab. In his spare time, he runs alcohol-free social events in his hometown of Southend-on-Sea and tries to inspire and encourage others on their alcoho...

Join Crystal as she interviews Shay from Utah! Shay is a wife and Mother of two young girls. Shay is an alcoholic in recovery after a 16 year love/hate relationship with booze. Shay grew up in Utah with a Mormon family and family drinkers. Their Moto was "do as I say, not as I do."  Shay unfortunately, battled depression, sexual trauma, religious trauma and was suicidal.  After a 10 year...

Join Crystal as she interviews Alika the creator of Pro Recovery POWER!   Alika Gambill, identifies as a sober drug addict and alcoholic today. Through his Addiction birthed his purpose and he believes Addiction to be a disease, an illness that affects us like no other human sickness can. God took what was meant for his harm and he turned it into good. This disease forged a great weapon against it...

Join Crystal as she interviews Ciara and what it takes to be sober from Addiction from Drugs and alcohol. Ciara is originally from Santa Maria California. She moved to Ventura in 2013 with hopes of recovery and felt she did not have the full understanding of her disease of addiction to drugs and alcohol. After a relapse, and with the help of her older brother who he himself was in recovery from th...

Join Crystal as she interviews Kate, from New Jersey... residing in Switzerland.  She's an American mom living overseas who struggled with her identity when she became a mother. In her words, "I lost my career, my independence and my mental health suffered." After 3 kids in 3 years, two international moves, and a 6 year struggle with depression/alcohol misuse, she asked for help and...

Join Crystal as she interviews Joshua Shea!  Let's Talk Porn, Sex and Addiction... Joshua Shea is an addictions expert, certified betrayal trauma coach and the author of three books about pornography addiction, including He’s a Porn Addict…Now What? An Expert and Former Addict Answer Your Questions (2019). Prior to admitting his 22-year addiction to alcohol and 24-year addiction to pornograph...

Join Crystal this Veteran's Day Special with Guest Kenneth Watson! First off Thank You to all who have Served in the military. A special shout out to Crystal's Grandpa Bill who served in the Vietnam War and is Sober to this day 22 years! Crystal and Kenneth talk about Military PTSD, Kenneth being homeless to now having a Master's degree and a Published Book! Here are Kenneth's...

Join Crystal as she interviews Gill from Boston the host and creator of the Sober Powered Podcast.  Gill got sober in 2019 because alcohol caused the complete destruction of her mental health. Find Gill online https://www.soberpowered.com/about Are you enjoying the Sober Onions Podcast? If so, your Donation or Sponsorship will help continue on the message of sobriety. All funds go to Podcast websi...

Join Crystal as she discusses her sober journey at 5 months. With the suggestion of listeners she helps you understand some sober "lingo" and what is a "tool box".  Thank you to Sponsors: Jarrod- Florida  Email soberonions@aol.com for chance to win FREE Merch! Are you enjoying the Sober Onions Podcast? If so, your Donation or Sponsorship will help continue on the message of sob...

Join Crystal as she updates you on her sobriety and court case. She also interviews Kathy from South Carolina, the creator of Sober Dating App. Watch on You Tube https://youtu.be/8YRz2e4aJ4U Are you enjoying the Sober Onions Podcast?  If so, your Donation or Sponsorship will help continue on the message of sobriety. All funds go to Podcast website, editing fees, hosting fees and media expenses. ht...