The Sober Experience
Recovery and mental health, spirituality and life. We will be sitting down with people in and out of recovery who have helpful tips and shared experiences to provide better love and understanding on this earth. There will be a wide veriaty of topics discussed and after each interview there will be another reflection episode where I can analyze what we spoke of and what sticks to mind.
Episodes
175 episodes
Last Call For Sober Experience
Some goodbyes are really beginnings in disguise. Today I share why I’m turning off the mic, how I knew the calling had faded, and what it looks like to end something you love without bitterness or regret. This isn’t a dramatic cliffhanger or a ...
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17:09
Brooklyn Roots, Sober Truths with Joe K !! ( Remastered )
This episode is a re-release of one I did with my dear friend and mentor Joe K who went on to the Big Meeting in the sky..we love you sir and thank you !!!!!!A Brooklyn childhood with bars on every corner. A father who never finished a d...
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59:42
From Pancakes To Prayer: Humility In Recovery
Holidays can feel like a tug-of-war between comfort and growth, and that’s exactly where our conversation lands. We open with the real stuff—Thanksgiving rituals, early dinners with family, the famed pancake line, and how easy it is to sink int...
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40:49
When Relief Isn’t Peace: Using Step 7 To Choose Spiritual Principles Over Impulse
Growth doesn’t happen in the fantasy of “tomorrow.” It happens in the ugly, honest moments when we admit that two days off from discipline can snowball into chaos, and that relief is not the same thing as peace. We go straight at Step Seven—hum...
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38:24
From Emotional Hangover To Spiritual Principles
Joy can be just as destabilizing as pain, and that’s exactly where our conversation begins: a full-heart night with friends, followed by an emotional hangover that tempts every old shortcut. From there we dig into Step Six with both feet—what i...
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What If You Left Room For Betrayal And Chose Love Anyway
If relief feels easy but change feels impossible, you’re right where we start. We open with a twenty-two year milestone, a humbling group inventory, and a hard look at how meeting culture shapes recovery. Crowded beginner meetings can build com...
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46:35
From Mobb Deep to Mercy: Readiness, Recovery, and Real Life
Ever notice how the habits that once kept you safe start wrecking your peace when life gets quieter and better? That’s where we go—deep into Step Six and the gritty, daily work of becoming ready to let go. Not just talking about “defects,” but ...
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45:37
We finished a Fourth Step together—and learned why gentleness beats control
A viral halftime rumor, a sweltering shop, and a garlic-dusted pile of fries aren’t supposed to lead into one of the most honest Step Four shares you’ll hear—yet that’s exactly where we go. We start light, then drop into the real work: showing ...
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54:23
Freedom's Price
Welcome back to the Sober Experience after a much-needed break! This powerful return episode explores the challenging yet liberating concept of surrender—not as weakness, but as the ultimate path to freedom.When my younger children left...
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54:32
I Used to Matter in All the Wrong Ways
Raw, unfiltered honesty cuts through every moment of this deeply personal inventory episode. As I continue working through Step Four, I confront the uncomfortable truths about my relationships, sexuality, and experiences with abuse that shaped ...
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48:25
Recovery Unfiltered: Confronting Relationship Patterns
Fear lurks beneath the surface of addiction like an invisible current, pulling us toward self-destructive behaviors we can't seem to escape. Through deeply personal inventory work, this episode examines how fear shapes our relationships, decisi...
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When Emotions Take the Wheel, Recovery Gets Real
Raw, unfiltered, and deeply personal—this episode takes you straight into the trenches of emotional sobriety work as we continue exploring Step Four of recovery. When was the last time you truly examined your feelings, or questioned why you rea...
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31:50
Confronting Resentments and Entitlement in Recovery
Have you ever wondered what lurks beneath the surface of your resentments? What drives that burning frustration when someone posts political rants on Facebook, or when authorities enforce rules you find unfair?Step into the vulnerable w...
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36:32
Searching for Self: The Moral Inventory Journey with Step 4
Step Four of recovery offers a profound opportunity for self-discovery and transformation, but what does it really mean to make a "searching and fearless moral inventory" of ourselves? In this deeply reflective episode, I explore how this cruci...
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29:40
Trust the Process: How Letting Go of Control Transforms Recovery
Surrender might be the most misunderstood concept in recovery. Far from waving a white flag in defeat, true surrender becomes the foundation for genuine strength and transformation.In this raw and deeply personal episode, we navigate th...
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34:07
Finding Angels in the Darkness
Just as we were catching our breath, a routine cardiologist appointment turned into a nightmare when the doctor discovered my wife had 80% blockage in her main artery and 70% in others. Her heart actually stopped during the procedure. The call ...
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56:38
The Hospital Chronicles: Misunderstandings and Miracles
When life throws a crisis your way, how do you respond? This episode takes you on a raw and emotional journey through an unexpected health challenge as my wife's lupus flare-up brings our lives to a standstill. With her condition spiraling, a r...
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52:35
From Bath Ave to Blessed : Frankie's Path to Peace & Purpose
Frankie's journey from the vibrant streets of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, to the dimly lit DJ booths of Bay Ridge is as captivating as it is raw. Growing up in a family with a mix of strict routines and lively interactions, Frankie found himself at ...
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Continuing on with Step 3
What happens when you turn your will and life over to a higher power, and how can this transformation impact your everyday life? Join me on the latest episode of the Sober Experience as I share personal stories and insights into navigating the ...
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29:00
The Impact of Lived Experiences on Our Lives
Celebrating the milestone of my son's 30th birthday, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey of fatherhood and the transformative path to sobriety. These decades have been filled with learning and growth, providing a stark contrast t...
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41:14
Step 3. Turning Challenges into Triumphs
We explore the transformative journey of turning one's life and will over to a higher power through Step Three of a recovery program. This episode is packed with personal stories about committing to change and the challenges that come with it, ...
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46:16
Sharing Love and Positivity Through Resilience
We discuss the challenges of trust in recovery as we reflect on personal losses and the growth of our children. By exploring the importance of humility and sharing our experiences, we hope to inspire others to engage positively with their recov...
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31:44
Heartfelt Reflections on Thanksgiving and Healing
What if Thanksgiving brought unexpected waves of emotion instead of just turkey and laughter? This episode takes you on a raw and heartfelt journey through the highs and lows of the holiday season, exploring the emotional complexities of spendi...
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30:18
Embracing Warmth Amid Winter: Thanksgiving Memories and Finding Purpose
Ever bundled up against a biting New York winter, chasing camaraderie and cannabis through the bustling streets? That nostalgic pursuit of connection amid the cold mirrors the warmth and complexity of holiday gatherings, where the challenge of ...
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Embracing Authenticity: From Political Skepticism to Faith and Generosity
Our exploration continues with a candid reflection on marriage, respect, and the shifting political landscape from the 80s and 90s. I recount my youthful disdain for political figures like George Bush and Bill Clinton, which matured into a deep...
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