That Sober Guy Podcast
That Sober Guy Podcast is hosted by Shane Ramer and explores what happens when high-performing men remove alcohol and pursue clarity, focus, and performance. Launched in 2014, it challenges conventional ideas around masculinity, success, and sobriety while examining identity, discipline, and modern performance. Shane also works privately with executives, founders, athletes, and creatives and created the Sober Male Index, a data project on how sobriety affects focus, productivity, income, and social dynamics. The show blends culture, personal discipline, faith, fitness, and leadership.
Episodes
You Can't Follow Jesus and Stay the Same
Everybody wants a better life. But are you actually willing to change?
We live in a world obsessed with self-improvement, optimization, and the next big thing promising to make your life better. More apps, more advice, more influencers selling you the perfect morning routine. But here's the question:
Are you becoming a better person, or just a more efficient version of your old self?
You can get s
My Man Brain Doesn't Trust God
What if you don’t need to have everything figured out?
We live in a culture obsessed with optimization, planning and control. We track everything, analyze everything and want to know exactly how things are going to turn out.
But faith doesn’t always work that way.
In this episode, Shane digs into what Jesus feeding the 5,000 can teach us about trusting God when the math doesn’t make sense. Sometim
I Tried Everything Except Jesus
What if the thing you’ve been searching for isn’t another drink, another high, more success, or even a better version of yourself?
This week, we’re talking about what happens when the things we use to escape, cope or prove ourselves stop delivering what we thought they would.
After a night at The Whosoevers Boise Invasion grand opening with P.O.D., Head and Fieldy from Korn, Lacey Sturm of Flyleaf
Athletic Brewing is Changing the Game | Why NFL Quarterbacks Are Betting on Non-Alcoholic Beer, Performance & a New Drinking Culture
Athletic Brewing Is Changing the Game.
What happens when NFL quarterbacks stop just drinking the beer and start owning the company?
Dak Prescott and Drake Maye recently became athlete-owners of Athletic Brewing, one of the biggest names in the non-alcoholic beer movement. And their involvement raises a much bigger question:
Are we watching a major shift in sports culture?
For decades, beer and pro
What the Hell Are We Supposed to Believe? 9/11, $2.3 Trillion, Tony Romo, Trump & 13 Years Sober
25 years after 9/11, we’re still living in the world it created.
Security. Surveillance. War. Media. Technology. Fear. Freedom.
September 11 changed America in ways most of us never could have imagined. And now, 25 years later, it’s worth asking: Did we actually learn anything?
We’ll also get into the $2.3 trillion question, Tony Romo, Trump and AI, and some of the strange connections surrounding
We're All Full of $h!t | Tiger Woods, Bill Simmons, Mark Ruffalo & the Beautiful Art of Explaining Away Bad Decisions
We’re all full of shit.
Tiger Woods, Bill Simmons, Mark Ruffalo — three completely different stories, but somehow the same theme: everybody’s got an explanation.
Tiger crashes his car. Bill gets caught up in a sports betting mess. Mark Ruffalo finds himself in the middle of a $111 billion media merger and an internet outrage cycle.
And then there’s the rest of us.
In this episode, Shane gets into
HEART ATTACK. ANGELS. GOD. CALIFORNIA | Sonny Mayo on Surviving, Starting Over & What Actually Matters
Sonny Mayo has spent decades living the life most musicians only dream about. A veteran guitarist and longtime fixture in the heavy music world, Sonny has performed and recorded with bands including Snot, Sevendust, Hed PE, Amen, and the Exies, building a career around loud music, relentless touring, and life on the road.
But these days, Sonny’s life looks very different.
After recently suffering
We LOVE A Train Wreck | Jed York, Deshaun Watson, Katey Sagal & Why America Is Fighting Canada
Why are we so obsessed with watching other people fail?
This week, Shane dives into the bizarre arrest of 49ers CEO Jed York, Deshaun Watson getting booed by Cleveland fans, Katey Sagal celebrating 40 years of sobriety, Trump’s IndyCar spectacle in Washington, D.C., and the latest U.S.-Canada political beef.
It’s sports, celebrity culture, politics, sobriety and a whole lot of absurdity, with a so
We Have Officially Lost the Plot | UFC Controversy, NFL Drama, Baseball's Fourth Out & Politics
UFC controversy, Jayden Daniels and the great LSU jersey-number debate, baseball somehow discovering a fourth out, and the latest circus that is American politics.
In this episode, Shane Ramer takes a sarcastic look at the strange world we're living in, and asks why we've become so obsessed with everything, all the time.
From athletes and attention-seeking to politics, social media, and the never-
Brad Pitt Is Drinking Again... And Apparently We Give a $h!T | Celebrity Sobriety, Social Media Scams & Why Everyone Needs to Get Off the Internet
In this episode, Shane takes a sarcastic look at Brad’s decision to drink after seven years sober, the obsession with celebrity recovery, and why we seem to care more about what famous people are doing than what’s happening in our own lives.
Then we go down the social media rabbit hole, Facebook arguments, influencer scams, “COMMENT FART AND I’LL SEND YOU MY FREE GUIDE,” and the bizarre reality th
Nobody Wants the Truth Anymore: We Want Better Excuses.
In this episode, Shane takes a look at modern culture and asks why we're surrounded by more information, more convenience, and more self-improvement content than ever... yet so many people still feel stuck.
From social media "experts" and AI to dopamine, distraction, and the comfort economy, we explore why real change has less to do with finding the perfect hack and more to do with doing the hard
The In-N-Out Shooting: What Would You Do?
In this episode, Shane explores what this recent tragedy reveals about modern culture, from bystander behavior and situational awareness to the importance of being prepared, staying calm under pressure, and living with a clear mind. Why do so many people reach for their phones before helping? What does real courage look like? And how can we become the kind of people our families can count on when
We're More Connected Than Ever - So Why Is Everyone Miserable?
Everything is faster. Everything is easier. So why does it feel like everyone is more anxious, distracted, and exhausted than ever?
This week, Shane takes a look at modern culture through the lens of performance, sobriety, and a healthy dose of sarcasm. From AI coworkers and wellness gadgets to dopamine addiction and convenience culture, we explore why we're optimizing everything except the things
The Truth About Mom Wine Culture | Elisa Saunders
What happens when you stop believing that alcohol is a requirement for connection, celebration, or success?
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane sits down with Elisa Saunders, recovery advocate, business leader, and former educator, for an honest conversation about women's drinking culture, leadership, entrepreneurship, and building a life with purpose beyond alcohol.
Together, they ex
Everyone's Exhausted... But Nobody Changes Anything
Everyone says they're exhausted.
Burned out.
Overwhelmed.
Stressed.
But what if the problem isn't that we're doing too much...
What if we're doing too much of the wrong things?
Somewhere along the way, we've started wearing exhaustion like a badge of honor while wondering why we never feel our best.
This isn't just another conversation about alcohol.
It's about energy, discipline, performance, and
Why Comfort Is Keeping You Stuck | Trent Williamson
What happens when you remove alcohol and start pushing yourself physically?
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane sits down with fitness coach, host of the Discomfort Required Podcast, and longtime friend Trent Williamson for a conversation about discipline, fitness, mindset, and the life changing power of embracing discomfort.
Trent is 672 days alcohol free and continues to help others
Nobody Actually Wants to Quit Drinking
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
Dustin Poirier Arrested, Cigarettes, and the Disease Called Addiction
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 reha
Why More People Are Questioning Alcohol Than Ever Before | Paul Churchill from Recovery Elevator
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 tal
Why So Many Successful Men Feel Lost | Brandon Siler
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
Ozempic, AI Girlfriends, and the Death of Happy Hour
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
I Was Sober for 11 Years... Then I Went Back | Matt Farnsworth
What happens when someone stays sober for 11 years... and still ends up relapsing?
In this powerful episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane sits down with keynote speaker, bestselling author, filmmaker, and recovery coach Matt Farnsworth to discuss the hard truths about sobriety, relapse, identity, and what it actually takes to build a life worth staying sober for.
Matt shares his incredible stor
Personal Responsibility vs. Addiction: What Actually Works? | Dr. Tyler Evans
Is addiction really a disease? Or does personal responsibility play a bigger role in recovery than most people realize?
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane sits down with Dr. Tyler Evans, addiction medicine physician, public health leader, and CEO of Wellness Equity Alliance, for a thought provoking conversation about addiction, recovery, personal responsibility, and the systems that
What If “Alcoholic” Is the Wrong Identity?
What if alcohol was never really the problem?
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane Ramer dives into identity, addiction, purpose, and why he no longer identifies as an “alcoholic.” From recovery culture and the disease model of addiction to faith, connection, masculinity, and personal responsibility, this is an honest and controversial conversation about what real freedom actually look
Everything Is ‘Self-Care’ - Except Quitting Drinking
Everything Is ‘Self-Care’… Except Quitting Drinking?
Everywhere you look, it’s “protect your peace,” “prioritize your mental health,” and “build better habits.”
But somehow… drinking still gets a free pass.
In this episode, we take a fun, honest look at the irony of modern self-care culture, where we track our sleep, invest in routines, and talk about mental health… while doing the one thing that
Things That Used to Sound Fun… Until You Quit Drinking
Remember when staying out late, bar hopping, and “just one drink” sounded like a great idea? Yeah… not so much anymore.
In this episode, we’re keeping things light, fun, and real as we talk about the things that used to feel exciting while drinking, but now just sound exhausting. From late-night chaos to hangovers that ruined entire weekends, we’re looking at how your definition of fun changes whe
The Real Reason You Can’t Quit Drinking
Most men think they can’t quit drinking because they lack willpower.They tell themselves they need more discipline, more motivation, or to just try harder next time.
But that’s not the real problem.
In this episode, I break down the truth most men never hear: drinking isn’t random, it’s functional. It’s solving something. Stress, pressure, boredom, loneliness, or the need to escape. And when you t
How to Quit Drinking for 30 Days (Step-by-Step Plan)
Thinking about quitting drinking for 30 days but not sure where to start?
In this episode, I break down a simple, practical step-by-step plan to help men go alcohol-free for 30 days without white-knuckling it or relying on willpower alone. This isn't about perfection — it's about discipline, clarity, and building momentum.
You'll learn:
• Why most men fail to quit drinking• The biggest mistake guy
How Do I Stay Sober Without Feeling Like I'm Missing Out?
When you quit drinking, one of the biggest fears is this:Am I going to miss out on all the fun?
In this episode, I talk honestly about the fear of missing out, and why sobriety doesn’t make life boring… it makes life better.
I share how alcohol culture sells us the idea that drinking equals fun, why that belief is so hard to shake, and the mindset shifts that helped me realize I wasn’t missing out
How Do I Deal With Cravings and Triggers?
Let me paint you a picture.
You walk into the grocery store for a normal errand… and suddenly the beer aisle lights up like a Christmas tree. You weren’t planning on drinking. You weren’t even thirsty. But out of nowhere, the craving hits.
If you’ve ever found yourself negotiating with your own brain - "Maybe just one.""No, don’t do it.""Come on, you deserve it."
- then you know exactly what I’m
How Do I Deal With Stress Without a Drink?
Stress was one of my biggest drinking excuses.
Rough day at work? I deserved a beer.Bills piling up? Couple drinks would “take the edge off.”Kids bouncing off the walls? Let’s drink about it.
But here’s the truth I had to learn the hard way: alcohol never removed stress, it just delayed it.
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, I break down practical, real-life ways to handle stress without r
How Do I Stay Social and Have Fun Without Alcohol?
One of the biggest fears men have when they think about quitting drinking is this: What happens to my social life?
In this episode, Shane dives into Chapter 3 of his book Sober Guy, How Do I: Real Answers for Men Who Want to Quit Drinking, Lead Strong, and Win at Life and answers one of the most common questions guys ask when they start getting sober: How do I stay social without alcohol?
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The Sober Plateau: What To Do When Nothing Is Moving (And You’re Not Dead, Just Bored)
Ever feel like sobriety, and life just… stalls out?
You’re not drinking.You’re doing the work.You’re showing up.
But nothing feels like it’s moving.
In this episode, Shane talks about the sober plateau, that strange season where the chaos is gone, life is stable, but you start wondering… is this it?
The truth is, a lot of men hit this phase in sobriety. The excitement fades, the “pink cloud” disap
Stop Chasing Motivation. Do the Reps Instead.
Your life doesn’t change in big moments.It changes in reps.
In this episode, Shane Ramer breaks down why breakthroughs are overrated, and why discipline, consistency, and daily action are what actually build authority, confidence, and sobriety.
From a random airport encounter in Denver on his way to speak at Amplify Sober Voices and Podfest Expo… to recording early podcast episodes in a Chevy S-10
California’s Great Dope Scam — When “Drug Prevention Funds” Buy Activism
California voters were promised $370 million in cannabis tax revenue for drug prevention and youth treatment through Prop 64.
So why are tens, even hundreds of millions flowing through activist nonprofits and voter registration efforts instead?
In this episode, we break down what Prop 64 promised… where the money is actually going… and why many critics say “drug prevention” has turned into a polit
Why Successful Men Quietly Stop Going to Bars
Gentlemen… what if the bar isn’t just a place to “blow off steam”… but a system designed to keep you from leveling up?
In this episode, we break down a controversial idea: bars aren’t evil, but they are efficient. Efficient at sedating ambition. Efficient at normalizing mediocrity. Efficient at keeping men distracted from building legacies in business, family, health, and leadership.
We unpack:
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From Chaos to Craft: Tattoo Artist Jeff Crabtree on Sobriety & Creativity
Tattoo culture has always been wrapped in rebellion, late nights, and heavy drinking, but what happens when an artist decides to create without numbing?
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane Ramer sits down with renowned tattoo artist Jeff Crabtree to talk about art, identity, discipline, and the uncomfortable truths no one wants to admit about creativity and alcohol.
Jeff opens up abou
What Happens When Sobriety Becomes a National Conversation?
What happens when sobriety becomes a cultural priority, not just a personal choice?
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we break down the Great American Recovery Plan and explore what it could mean if America truly shifted toward treatment over punishment, real recovery infrastructure, and accountability with support.
This conversation goes beyond politics and into culture, identity, perfor
Why Reality TV Needs Drunk Men
Reality TV isn’t just entertainment, it’s a mirror. And what it keeps reflecting back is worth questioning.
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane breaks down why reality TV consistently centers alcohol-fueled chaos, reckless masculinity, and emotionally unregulated men—and what that says about our culture’s relationship with leadership, performance, and sobriety.
From dating shows and h
Alcohol Sales Are Dropping. Here’s What That Really Means
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane Ramer looks past the headlines and into what falling beer and alcohol sales actually signal about culture, stress, health, and how people are coping right now.
This isn’t about shaming drinkers or celebrating bankruptcy filings.It’s about asking better questions.
Why are legacy beer brands struggling?Why are younger consumers quietly opting out?And
Dry January Is the Only Month We’re Honest About Drinking
Every January, the same thing happens.
Millions of people quietly stop drinking…Celebrities post their “reset” routines…Brands suddenly talk about “mindful consumption”…And then February hits, and we all pretend none of it mattered.
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we break down the cultural hypocrisy around alcohol and why Dry January has become the only socially acceptable time to admi
Don’t Drink for Breakfast? Why Health Advice Still Protects Alcohol
Dr. Oz recently said, “Don’t drink for breakfast,” while outlining the new food pyramid and it got Shane thinking: why is alcohol still treated like the one socially acceptable drug? In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane dissects the culture of “moderate drinking” and why society celebrates clarity only after chaos.
From brunch cocktails to business happy hours, alcohol is everywhere,
How Sobriety Compresses Social Circles and Increases Leverage
Sobriety doesn’t just change your habits.It changes your social surface area and that’s where most men get uncomfortable.
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast (the number one sober podcast since 2014), we break down a hard truth most people won’t say out loud: when you stop drinking, your social circle often gets smaller, but your leverage gets bigger.
This isn’t about isolation.It’s about si
Why Alcohol Is Nothing More Than a Performance Tax
Alcohol isn’t a reward. It’s not a release. It’s a performance tax and in this episode, we prove it.
On this week’s That Sober Guy Podcast (the number one sober podcast since 2014), we break down how even “moderate” drinking quietly drains focus, fragments sleep, dulls urgency, and taxes next-day execution. Drawing from real-world patterns and insights from the Sober Male Index, this episode expos
End of Year Message: Gratitude, Growth & Going Alcohol-Free Through the Holidays
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Getting Unhooked with Jason Coombs
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane sits down with friend Jason Coombs, a guy who’s been in the recovery trenches long enough to tell it like it is, and still hold a huge smile of gratitude.
Jason is the Founder and President of Brick House Recovery, a nationwide network of outpatient treatment centers helping people (and families) navigate substance abuse and mental health with perso
AMPLIFY Your Voice: Going Sober Out Loud with Margy Schaller & Laura Nelson
In Episode 566, we sit down with two new powerhouses in the sober movement, Margy Schaller & Laura Nelson from Sober Life Rocks to talk about owning your voice, breaking the stigma, and why 2026 is the year sober folks step into the spotlight loud and proud.
Together, Margy and Laura are on a mission: make sober choices normal, celebrated, and loud enough to shake the walls of the Orlando Conventi
Sober and Bored? How To Beat Boredom and Stay Alcohol-Free
Boredom used to be that thing you tried to avoid with a barstool and a bourbon. Now that you’re sober(ish…or working on it), boredom hits different. It’s quieter, sneakier, and honestly, kind of uncomfortable. In this week’s episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane breaks down one of the biggest early sobriety traps straight from Chapter 4 of his new book Sober Guy, How Do I — how to handle boredo
Sober Guy, How Do I Survive the Holidays Without Losing My Mind (or My Sobriety)?
The holidays are here, the season of joy, family gatherings, food comas, and pretending everything isn't silently driving you insane. It’s also the time when people keep offering you alcohol even after you’ve said your not drinking.
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest challenges for men in recovery: staying sober, calm, and grounded during holiday stress and
Covet the Comeback: How Christos Garkinos Turned Consistency Into Redemption
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Sober Guy, How Do I Connect with God (When I'm Not Even Sure He's Listening)?
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Sober Guy, How Do I Stay Cool When Everyone's Drinking But Me?
Life doesn't stop throwing curveballs just because you quit drinking. The bills still come in, the kids still melt down, and yes — sometimes it can be awkward being the only one at the party who's not drinking.
That's where "Sober Guy… How Do I" comes in.
Each short, no-BS episode dives into the real questions guys ask once the bottle's gone and life gets real again. Questions like:
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Sober Guy, How Do I Stay Calm When Life Keeps Popping My Tires?
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Life doesn't stop throwing curveballs just because you quit drinking. The bills still come in, the kids still have melt downs, and yes sometimes you wake up to a flat tire… again… and start questioning your luck, your patience, and your entire neighborhood construction crew.
That's where "Sober Guy, How Do I" comes in.
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Reset Culture: Why So Many High-Achievers Quit Alcohol
We're living in the age of the Reset. Klaus Schwabb calls it the "Great Reset". But were not talking about Klaus Schwabb or his quote that you will "own nothing and like it".
Although some of the following are great things to try, we're also not talking about a reset by cold plunges, breathwork, ice baths. red light therapy or gratitude journaling, either.
We're talking about t
The Sobriety Backlash: Why Sober Men Are Being Labeled 'Extreme'
Apparently, choosing not to drink now makes you controversial.
In this episode, Shane dives into the cultural weirdness around sobriety — why quitting alcohol freaks people out more than drinking too much, how clear-headed men are suddenly being called "radical," and what this says about masculinity, culture, and freedom in 2025.
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How to Turn Your Addictive Edge Into a Superpower with Joel Bauer
Today on That Sober Guy Podcast, we're joined by a legend in the speaking and performance world, Joel Bauer. This dude has trained some of the most elite speakers, presenters, and marketers on the planet to monetize their life experience and create real influence, both on and offline. If you've ever seen someone captivate a room and thought, "How the hell do they do that?" - there's a go
Are Men Drinking Themselves Out of Masculinity?
Are men drinking themselves out of masculinity? In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we break down how alcohol quietly strips away the very things men pride themselves on - strength, drive, sex drive, and mental toughness.
From the "beer belly badge of surrender" to the not-so-funny reality of whiskey D, we'll dive into the science and the everyday impact booze has on your body, br
Should Alcohol Ads Be Banned from Sports?
Every touchdown, home run, and knockout seems to come with a side of beer, or at least a commercial for it. From Budweiser's billion-dollar deal with the NFL, to tequila pouring all over UFC fight nights, to beer practically funding baseball stadiums, alcohol and sports have become inseparable. But should they be?
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane takes a look at alcohol advertising
This One Thing Works Best to Quit Drinking with Corey Warren
This week on That Sober Guy Podcast, we're sitting down with Corey Warren, a guy who proves that sobriety doesn't have to be boring and that vulnerability is actually a superpower.
Corey's not out here spitting drug facts or throwing scare tactics at people. Instead, he shares his own messy, real-life journey while breaking down the very real dangers of alcohol, drugs, vaping, and pills. But it do
The Hangover Lie: Why We Ignore the Pain & Keep Drinking Anyway
We've all been there, head pounding, stomach churning, swearing "never again", only to do it all over again the next weekend. So why do we keep falling for the same hangover trap?
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we peel back the curtain on the big lie of hangovers: why we minimize the pain, laugh it off, and even turn it into a cultural joke instead of seeing it for what it re
Amplify Your Sobriety: Turning Your Story Into Purpose, Business, and Impact
Sobriety isn't just about putting down the bottle, it's about picking up a bigger purpose. In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane shares why your story matters, how to break through the "now what?" moment after quitting, and how to use your clarity as a launch pad for creativity, business, and leadership.
We'll dive into:
Why sober voices matter in breaking stigma and giving
How Addiction Cost an NFL Coach Everything, and What Sobriety Rebuilt
This week on That Sober Guy Podcast , the #1 sober podcast for men since 2014 - Shane sits down with Kansas City Chiefs defensive coach and Super Bowl Champion Britt Reid, son of legendary head coach Andy Reid.
Britt opens up about his journey through some of life's darkest valleys: the devastating car accident just days before the Super Bowl that nearly claimed the life of a 5-year-old girl, his
The Myth of Moderation: Why 'Just One Drink' Is Never Just One
We've all said it — "I'll just have one." Then one turns into three, and suddenly you're at Taco Bell at 1 AM ordering 6 bean burritos with no onion and something that may or may not still be legal. In this episode, we break down the myth of moderation and why "just one drink" is never just one for so many of us. We'll explore the brain science behind cravings, how alcohol lowers your ability to s
The Alcohol Industry's Dirty Secret: How Big Booze Spins 'Drink Responsibly' While Lobbying Against Health
You've heard it a million times: "Drink Responsibly." But what if I told you that's just a well-polished PR stunt from the same industry that's actively lobbying against your health? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on Big Booze's billion-dollar playbook, and how the alcohol industry uses the warm-and-fuzzy "responsible drinking" slogan to distract from the shady stuff they're doing behin
Why One Drink a Day Might Be Too Much: The Truth Behind New Alcohol Guidelines
Big changes are brewing. U.S. health officials are expected to overhaul long-standing alcohol guidelines and the new science (and common sense person) says even one drink a day might be too much. In this episode, we unpack what these changes mean for you, the $250B alcohol industry, and why it's time to ditch the "moderate drinking is healthy" myth once and for all. We dig into the latest research
The $11 Billion NA Boom: Why High Performers Are Drinking Smarter
What do CEOs, pro athletes, and entrepreneurs have in common lately? They're not just chasing ROI, they're chasing clarity. In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we dive into the $11 billion non-alcoholic beverage boom and why more high-performing men are ditching the booze for better brainpower, deeper sleep, and a sharper edge in business and life. From adaptogen-infused cocktails to hop-fo
Breaking the Booze Psyop with Ed Latimore: How Real Leaders Level Up Without Alcohol
This week on That Sober Guy Podcast, we step into the ring with professional heavyweight boxer, author, speaker, and legit chess assassin Ed Latimore for a hard-hitting conversation on why real strength means choosing clarity over chaos. We dive into the psychological warfare behind alcohol marketing, how society normalizes dysfunction, and why business owners, dads, and high-performing leaders ar
Bud Light, Bottom Lines & Bad Decisions: What the Alcohol Industry's Identity Crisis Means for You
In this episode, we're cracking open more than just cold ones, we're cracking open the chaos behind one of the biggest brand faceplants in recent alcohol history. Bud Light's PR blunder cost billions, tanked its street cred, and left big beer brands scrambling like a frat boy who forgot finals week. But this isn't just about beer. It's about identity, influence, and how the alcohol industry is get
Undocumented + Intoxicated: Should Drunk Drivers Be Deported?
In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast—the #1 sober podcast since 2014—we take a hard but honest look at a new bill that would deport undocumented immigrants caught driving under the influence. This isn't about politics or taking sides, it's about public safety, personal responsibility, and sobriety. We talk about how alcohol-fueled decisions can destroy lives, regardless of legal status, and h
Is Booze the New Cigarette? Why Alcohol Might Be Losing Its Cool
Is alcohol finally losing its cool? In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we dive into a question more and more people are starting to ask: Is booze becoming the new cigarette? Once glamorized, now scrutinized, alcohol might be heading for a cultural downgrade. We break down the data showing the massive shift in drinking trends, including the rise of non-alcoholic drinks, declining alcohol sa
Dr. Samantha Harte – Rewiring Recovery & Breaking the Circuit
What happens when you take a powerhouse motivational speaker, an author who's flipping the script on the Twelve Steps, and a brutally honest podcast host who's been rocking the sober mic since 2014? You get this week's episode of That Sober Guy Podcast—the number one sober podcast for people who are ready to ditch the chaos and live with purpose. This week, we sit down with Dr. Samantha Harte, aut
From the Battlefield to Sobriety – Joe Yurick on 3 Years Sober & Helping Veterans Heal
In this powerful and deeply authentic episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we sit down with Army veteran and host of This Sober Vet Podcast, Joe Yurick, who's celebrating three years of sobriety — and he's got stories, insight, and a mission that'll inspire you to the core. We dive into some real talk around: Rewiring your brain's reward system after giving up alcohol Why veterans are especially vu
Accountability and Support: Why You Need a Mens Community to Quit Alcohol
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Post Malone & Morgan Wallen: Could 90 Days Sober Change the World?
What happens when two of music's biggest names trade tequila shots for Topo Chicos? In this bold (and slightly ballsy) episode, Shane respectfully challenges Post Malone and Morgan Wallen to take on 90 days sober — not to prove a point, but to help change the game. We break down what 90 alcohol-free days could do — not just for careers, health, and families — but for the millions watching from the
Cancel the Party: Why Top Performers Are Quitting Alcohol to Fight Burnout
Welcome to That Sober Guy Podcast — the #1 sober podcast since 2014, where real talk meets real transformation. In this episode, we're tossing the keg and lighting up some truth instead. 🚫🍻 Feeling fried, stuck, or like you're living life with the volume turned down? You're not alone. High achievers across the globe are ditching the booze—not because they hit "rock bottom"—but because they're done
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Ever wonder why the most driven, successful, Type-A go-getters often find themselves reaching for that after-hours drink (or five)? In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we peel back the curtain on the real reasons high performers drink — and more importantly, how you can stop without turning into a productivity potato or losing your hard-earned edge. Whether you're a CEO, a performer, athlet
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What could you accomplish in your business or career if you quit alcohol? There was a point in my own life where I was showing up to work intoxicated or hungover, sometimes both, but I tried to keep a smile. On the inside I was exhausted, burned out, hungover, not motivated, and wondering how long I could keep faking it. Quitting drinking didn't just save my health—it saved my job, my marriage, my
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