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That Sober Guy Podcast

Shane Ramer
That Sober Guy Podcast
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  • That Sober Guy Podcast

    Nobody Actually Wants to Quit Drinking

    29/06/2026 | 19 mins.
    Here's a controversial thought...

    Maybe nobody actually wants to quit drinking.

    What people really want is better sleep, more energy, less anxiety, stronger relationships, sharper focus, and a life they can be proud of.

    In this solo episode, Shane challenges the way we think about alcohol, habits, and personal change. Why do we know exactly what we need to do, yet keep making the same choices? Why is changing a routine so much harder than dreaming about a different future?

    This isn't another lecture about alcohol.

    It's a conversation about performance, discipline, identity, and the gap between knowing and doing.

    In this episode:

    • Why most people don't have an information problem—they have an implementation problem
    • The hidden cost of "I'll start Monday" thinking
    • Why sobriety isn't the destination—it's the vehicle
    • The power of running a 30-day experiment instead of making a lifetime commitment
    • How small daily routines create extraordinary long-term results

    If you've been telling yourself you'll make a change "someday," this episode is your reminder that someday starts with today.

    If you're ready to find out what you're truly capable of, check out the 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge and start your own experiment.
    Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout

    Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days

    Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching

    Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE

    Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking

    For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com

    Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/

    Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast

    Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast 

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  • That Sober Guy Podcast

    Dustin Poirier Arrested, Cigarettes, and the Disease Called Addiction

    26/06/2026 | 22 mins.
    When UFC legend Dustin Poirier was arrested for public intoxication at an airport on Father's Day, the reaction was immediate:

    "He has a disease."

    But what exactly does that mean?

    In this solo episode, Shane dives into one of the most controversial conversations in recovery: the disease model of addiction.

    If addiction is a disease, is smoking a disease too?

    Why do we send people to rehab for alcohol and drugs, but not cigarettes?

    Why do some people lose control of their lives through addiction while others quit cold turkey and never look back?

    Drawing from personal experience, current events, and the work of addiction researcher Stanton Peele, Shane explores the tension between personal responsibility, brain science, recovery culture, and human agency.

    This isn't an anti-recovery episode. It's a conversation about asking better questions.

    In this episode:

    • The Dustin Poirier airport incident and what it reveals about alcohol

    • Is addiction really a disease?

    • Why nicotine may be one of the hardest addictions to quit

    • The difference between addiction, dependence, and choice

    • Insights from Stanton Peele's work on addiction and recovery

    • Why purpose, meaning, and personal agency matter

    • Can both the disease model and personal responsibility be true?

    Whether you're in recovery, questioning your relationship with alcohol, or simply interested in the broader conversation around addiction, this episode will challenge you to think differently.

    The goal isn't to prove who's right. The goal is to ask the questions most people are afraid to ask.

    Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout

    Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days

    Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching

    Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE

    Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking

    For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com

    Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/

    Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast

    Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast

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  • That Sober Guy Podcast

    Why More People Are Questioning Alcohol Than Ever Before | Paul Churchill from Recovery Elevator

    25/06/2026 | 48 mins.
    What has changed about recovery, sobriety, and alcohol over the last decade?

    In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane Ramer sits down with Paul Churchill, founder and host of the Recovery Elevator Podcast, for a conversation that has been more than ten years in the making.

    Shane and Paul both launched their podcasts in the early days of the modern sobriety movement and have spent years talking with thousands of people navigating their relationship with alcohol. In this episode, they reflect on how the recovery landscape has evolved, what they've learned from their audiences, and why more people than ever are questioning alcohol's role in their lives.

    Together, they tackle some of the biggest debates in recovery today, including identity, labels, moderation, the sober curious movement, and whether people need to hit rock bottom before making a change.

    They also discuss the common struggles men face when trying to quit drinking, the excuses that keep people stuck, and why so many smart, successful people continue drinking even when they know it's holding them back.

    In this episode:

    • How the sobriety and recovery movement has changed over the last decade
    • The rise of the sober curious movement
    • Do people still need to identify as alcoholics?
    • Can some people successfully moderate their drinking?
    • The biggest lies people tell themselves about alcohol
    • Why successful people continue drinking despite the consequences
    • What keeps people stuck longer than necessary
    • Lessons learned from thousands of conversations about recovery and personal growth
    • Where the future of sobriety may be headed

    Whether you're sober curious, alcohol free, in long term recovery, or simply questioning your relationship with alcohol, this conversation offers practical insights, honest reflections, and plenty of thought provoking discussion.

    Takeaway:

    If you're a man looking to quit drinking, improve your health, sharpen your focus, and connect with other like minded men, join our free online men's community, The Victory Circle.

    You'll find accountability, support, and encouragement from men who are committed to becoming stronger husbands, fathers, leaders, and business owners.

    You can also check out our 30 Day Alcohol Free Performance Challenge, designed to help men eliminate alcohol, increase energy, improve clarity, and build momentum in every area of life.
    CONNECT for a free month of Paul's Café RE. https://www.cafe-re.org/alcohol-free-community/ Connect 

    Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout

    Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days

    Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching

    Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE

    Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking

    For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com

    Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/

    Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast

    Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast 

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  • That Sober Guy Podcast

    Why So Many Successful Men Feel Lost | Brandon Siler

    18/06/2026 | 39 mins.
    What happens when the dream you've spent your entire life chasing comes to an end?

    In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane sits down with former NFL linebacker Brandon Siler to discuss identity, purpose, leadership, mental health, and life after professional sports.

    Brandon shares his journey from being a standout athlete at the University of Florida and captain of a National Championship team to spending six seasons in the NFL with the San Diego Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs. But this conversation goes far beyond football.

    Together, Shane and Brandon explore what happens when your identity is tied to performance, why so many high achievers struggle after reaching their goals, and how men can build a life of purpose beyond success, status, and external accomplishments.

    They also discuss leadership, resilience, mental health, discipline, and the challenges many men face when navigating major life transitions.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • Why identity can become a trap for high performers
    • What happens when the thing that defines you is taken away
    • The connection between purpose, fulfillment, and mental health
    • Why many successful men struggle silently
    • Leadership lessons from the NFL that apply to everyday life
    • How discipline and accountability create long term success
    • The importance of building a legacy beyond your career
    • How to find meaning and purpose in your next chapter

    Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, business owner, father, leader, or someone navigating a major transition, this conversation offers practical wisdom on how to build a life rooted in purpose rather than performance alone.

    Takeaway:

    If you're a man looking to improve your health, strengthen your mindset, and connect with other men committed to growth and accountability, join our free online men's community, The Victory Circle.

    You'll find support, encouragement, and practical tools to help you become a stronger husband, father, leader, and man.

    You can also check out our 30 Day Alcohol Free Performance Challenge, designed to help men eliminate alcohol, increase focus, improve energy, and build momentum in every area of life.
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    Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout

    Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days

    Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching

    Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE

    Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking

    For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com

    Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/

    Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast

    Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast 

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  • That Sober Guy Podcast

    Ozempic, AI Girlfriends, and the Death of Happy Hour

    16/06/2026 | 33 mins.
    Something strange is happening.

    People are drinking less alcohol. Not because they joined a recovery program. Not because they found religion. Not because they suddenly became health gurus.

    Instead, they’re taking Ozempic, talking to AI companions, binge-watching Netflix, ordering DoorDash, and staying home.

    In this solo episode, Shane dives into one of the biggest cultural shifts happening right now. What if alcohol isn't disappearing because society got healthier? What if it's simply being replaced?

    We explore how GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are reducing alcohol cravings, why AI companions are becoming a substitute for human connection, and how technology is quietly replacing the role bars and happy hours once played in our lives.

    This isn't just a conversation about sobriety. It's a conversation about culture, connection, loneliness, comfort, and where we're headed next.

    The future may be sober. But it might not be for the reasons we think.

    In this episode:

    • How Ozempic could disrupt the alcohol industry
    • Why AI companions are exploding in popularity
    • The decline of happy hour culture
    • What technology is replacing in our lives
    • The hidden connection between alcohol, dopamine, and modern comfort

    If you've ever wondered where drinking culture is headed, this episode is for you.

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About That Sober Guy Podcast
Shane Ramer is the founder and host of That Sober Guy Podcast, a culture and performance platform examining what happens when high-performing men remove alcohol and reclaim clarity, focus, and leverage. Since launching the show in 2014, Shane has reached millions of listeners across 100+ countries by challenging conventional narratives around masculinity, success, and sobriety. His work sits at the intersection of identity, discipline, and modern performance. Shane works privately with executives, founders, athletes, and creatives who are no longer interested in numbing high performance with low-level coping tools. His approach reframes sobriety not as healing, but as optimization, removing friction so men can operate with precision in business, health, and leadership. He is also the creator of the Sober Male Index, a performance-focused data project tracking how sobriety impacts focus, productivity, income, and social dynamics in men. Shane is a husband of 20 years, a father of two, and lives his work through faith, fitness, and daily discipline.
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