SOBER AS F*CK

Sober as F*ck
SOBER AS F*CK
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  • SOBER AS F*CK

    The Truth About Functioning Alcoholism, Trauma, ADHD, and Getting Sober with Denise Koch

    27/05/2026 | 1h 7 mins.
    What happens when someone spends decades using alcohol to cope with trauma, grief, anxiety, identity struggles, and self-doubt… then finally decides to face all of it head-on?
    In this raw and deeply honest episode of Sober as F*ck, Denise Koch shares her journey from growing up in a culture where drinking was normalized to finding lasting sobriety later in life. Denise opens up about binge drinking, unresolved trauma, toxic relationships, chronic health issues, ADHD, grief, and the emotional weight of feeling disconnected from herself for years.
    From surviving a traumatic armed robbery and navigating infertility, divorce, and chronic stress, to losing her mother during sobriety and refusing to numb the pain with alcohol, Denise’s story is a powerful reminder that recovery is about far more than just quitting drinking. It’s about rebuilding your life from the inside out.
    This episode dives into:
    • Growing up surrounded by alcohol and generational drinking culture
    • The connection between trauma, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction
    • Cross addiction and chasing dopamine after alcohol
    • How Reframe, therapy, community, and routine changed her life
    • Grieving the loss of a parent without drinking
    • Why structure, self-awareness, and sober community matter
    • The reality of functioning alcoholism and emotional burnout
    • Learning how to actually enjoy concerts, sports, travel, and life sober
    Denise’s vulnerability, self-awareness, humor, and honesty make this one of the most relatable conversations yet for anyone navigating sobriety, mental health, grief, or personal transformation.
    Whether you’re sober, sober-curious, or simply trying to become a healthier version of yourself, this episode proves that healing is possible at any stage of life.
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    The Hidden Cost of “Functioning” Alcoholism and How Jamie Holliday Broke Free

    20/05/2026 | 1h 21 mins.
    What happens when a high-functioning corporate professional realizes alcohol is slowly destroying everything he loves?
    In this raw and deeply powerful episode of Sober as F*ck, Jamie Holliday shares his journey from childhood trauma, addiction, and emotional survival to over 3,000 days sober. Raised in a chaotic environment filled with violence, drug trafficking, addiction, and instability, Jamie spent decades using alcohol to numb pain he never fully processed.
    From hiding alcoholism behind career success to standing on the edge of losing everything, Jamie opens up about the moment he realized sobriety was the only path forward.
    We dive deep into:
    • High-functioning alcoholism and hidden addiction
    • Childhood trauma and emotional survival
    • The connection between sobriety, mental health, and fitness
    • Why community and fellowship are essential in recovery
    • How scuba diving became meditation and healing
    • The role yoga and breathwork played in rebuilding his life
    • Therapy, vulnerability, and learning to process pain
    • Recovery after years of self-destruction
    • Breaking generational cycles and becoming a present parent
    • Finding peace after addiction
    Jamie’s story is honest, emotional, inspiring, and proof that recovery is about far more than quitting alcohol. It’s about rebuilding your identity, learning self-worth, and finally finding peace in your own skin.
    Whether you're sober, sober-curious, struggling with addiction, battling mental health challenges, or simply trying to become a healthier version of yourself, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends.
    Follow Jamie Holliday:
    Instagram: @yogafromtheheights
    Website: YogaFromTheHeights.com
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    Marley Doran: You’ve Got Demons to Figure Out | How Alcohol Turned Me Into Someone I Didn’t Recognize

    13/05/2026 | 1h 12 mins.
    From blackouts, rage, and shame spirals to full sobriety and radical self-awareness, Marley Doran’s story is one of the most honest conversations we’ve had on Sober as F*ck.
    In this episode, Marley opens up about growing up around generational alcoholism, navigating Hawaii’s heavy drinking culture, working in the restaurant industry while getting sober, and the moment her partner told her the words that changed everything: “You’ve got to get those demons figured out.”
    We talk about the neuroscience behind addiction, emotional regulation, intrusive thoughts, sober routines, relationship healing, recovery outside of AA, and what it really looks like to rebuild your identity after alcohol. Marley also shares why she recently gave up marijuana after over two decades and what it means to finally call herself “sober as f*ck.”
    This episode is raw, funny, emotional, and deeply relatable for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol, weed, escapism, or self-worth.
    Topics include:
    • Blackouts and alcohol-fueled rage
    • Shame, anxiety, and relationship damage
    • Reframe and neuroscience-based recovery
    • Working in the restaurant industry while sober
    • Mocktails, NA drinks, and sober culture shifts
    • Quitting marijuana after quitting alcohol
    • Decision fatigue and rewiring the brain
    • Healing without perfection
    • Identity, grief, and emotional growth
    • Learning to feel instead of escape
    If you’ve ever wondered whether life actually gets better without alcohol, this conversation answers that question honestly.
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  • SOBER AS F*CK

    Breaking the Alcohol Trap and Becoming Who You Were Meant to Be with Danielle Moore

    06/05/2026 | 1h 5 mins.
    Danielle Moore is not just a sober coach. She is helping people completely transform their identity.
    Through her platform Soulber Sense, Danielle teaches that getting sober is only step one. The real shift happens when you become someone who no longer wants to escape their life.
    Her coaching is built around a full mindset reset. This is not willpower. This is rewiring how you think, feel, and show up every day.
    If you are tired of starting over, tired of white-knuckling sobriety, or feel like something is still missing even after quitting alcohol, this is where the real work begins.
    Danielle works with clients to break the alcohol cycle, rebuild confidence, and create a version of life that actually feels good to live in.
    You can connect with her here:
    Instagram: @danielle.soulbersense
    Website: soulbersense.com
    If you are serious about change, this is the kind of guidance that accelerates everything.
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    🔗 Linktree: linktr.ee/Soberasfck
    📸 Instagram: @safpodcast_jess.ryan
    🎵 TikTok: @soberaftok
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  • SOBER AS F*CK

    Jess & Ryan: Why Sobriety Still Feels Hard After 2+ Years | Peace, Burnout, and Real Growth

    29/04/2026 | 30 mins.
    Most people think sobriety is the finish line. It’s not. It’s the starting point.
    In this raw and unfiltered episode of Sober as Fck*, Ryan and Jess break down what actually happens after the milestones, after the routines, and after the chaos starts to fade.
    Ryan opens up about approaching 3 years sober and the unexpected reality that comes with it: peace. Not the fake kind. The kind that comes from letting go of control, slowing down reactions, and finally accepting that life is unpredictable no matter how much you plan.
    They unpack:
    Why reacting vs responding can change your entire life

    The truth about burnout in sobriety and why it hits harder than expected

    How journaling becomes a high-level tool for emotional control and clarity

    The shift from chaos addiction to calm, and why that transition feels uncomfortable at first

    Why discipline and routine eventually need evolution to avoid stagnation

    The real impact sobriety has on relationships, communication, and conflict

    How independence, boundaries, and self-responsibility shape the next generation

    This episode also dives into a major mindset shift most people avoid:
    You are not in control of everything, and peace comes from accepting that.
    Ryan and Jess also share:
    Their upcoming May “Level Up” Challenge focused on mental, physical, environmental, connection, and discipline growth

    Milestone moments with Ryan hitting 3 years sober and Jess approaching 2 years

    How small daily changes, not massive overhauls, create long-term transformation

    If you feel stuck, burned out, or like you’ve lost momentum in your sobriety or personal growth, this episode will reset your perspective and give you practical ways to move forward.
    Because real growth isn’t about perfection.
    It’s about awareness, adjustment, and continuing anyway.
    🎧 LISTEN & WATCH ON OUR WEBSITE - SAFPODCAST.COM
    🔗 Linktree: linktr.ee/Soberasfck
    📸 Instagram: @safpodcast_jess.ryan
    🎵 TikTok: @soberaftok
    🎥 YouTube: Sober as F*ck Podcast
    Follow. Share. Send it to someone who’s ready to level up.
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About SOBER AS F*CK
Sober as F*ck is a raw, unfiltered podcast on sobriety, mental health, and personal growth. Hosted by Jess and Ryan, each episode delivers real stories, practical tools, and honest conversations about rebuilding your life with discipline, clarity, and purpose. From addiction and recovery to mindset, fitness, and relationships, this show is for anyone sober, sober curious, or ready to level up. Expect powerful guests, actionable insight, and real talk that actually moves you forward. New episodes every Wednesday.
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