Sober Dad Crew
Sober Dad Crew is a podcast about sobriety, recovery, and all the stuff that makes life real — fatherhood, parenting, music, food, tattoos, and whatever else comes up along the way.
The mission is simple: to share stories of sobriety and hope, and to show that no matter how tough things get, there’s always light at the end of the tunnel.
We’re a totally independent, DIY show — no ads, no sponsors, and zero corporate strings attached
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Episodes
84 episodes
Sober Dad Crew Episode 83: Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds: Facing Addiction and Mental Health Issues Unconditional Love & Support For Individuals With Unconditional Love
My guest this episode is Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, President and CEO of the Family and Children’s Association, a two-time cancer survivor, marathon runner, triathlete, and author of Every Mile Matters: Turning Triathlon Training Into Cancer Tri...
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Episode 83
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50:34
Sober Dad Crew Episode 82: Stephanie Styll: Creating a Non-Alcoholic Space: The Birth of Killjoy
My guest this episode is Stephanie Syill. She's a sober mom, one of the hosts of the After Party podcast, and runs the Killjoy bottle shop in Nashville. In this engaging conversation, ...
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39:58
Episode 81: Jill Sites: NA Beverages, Third Spaces, & Inclusion
My guest this episode is Jill Sites. Jill spent 17 years working in the alcohol beverage industry before getting sober and is now working in NA Spaces. She discusses the changing landscape of drinking culture, particularly focusing on social se...
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Episode 81
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46:36
Sober Dad Crew Episode 80: Alysse Bryson: Building a Sober Community - The Sober Curator Story
My guest this episode is Alysse Bryson, the founder and moving force behind the Sober Curator website. In this conversation, we explore her journey through addiction, recovery, and the creation of a su...
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Episode 80
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58:16
Episode 79: A Rallying Cry in Dark Times: Dave Hause Returns with “… And The Mermaid
In this episode, Sober Dad Crew reviews Dave Hause’s latest album, “… And The Mermaid”—a fiery, punk-rooted collection that blends urgency, grit, and heart. Backed by his touring band for the first time in the studio, Hause delivers t...
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Episode 79
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5:37
Sober Dad Crew Episode 78: Thomas Day: From Chef to Sober Dad
My guest this episode is Thomas Day. He's a chef, a sober dad, and the chief of operations of Gay and Sober. In our conversation, Thomas shares his journey as a chef, sober dad, and leader in the LGBTQIA+ community. He discusses his unique path...
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1:00:02
Sober Dad Crew Episode 77: Jason Mayo Returns: Jason Returns To Discuss His Memoir
Jason Mayo is back and we're gonna be fucking serious this time because we might've been getting a bit of a reputation for being a little goofy. Jason is a dad, certified peer recovery advocate, and the force behind the
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Episode 77
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57:36
Sober Dad Crew Episode 76: Michael Valarelli: Hot Sauce & Sobriety
My guest this episode is Michael Valarelli. He was born in Florida, but raised in Westchester, New York. He was a punk rock kid who played in bands into his 30s. Now he is in the food world and is the creator of Seeking Heat, a hot sauce inspir...
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Episode 76
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1:08:33
Sober Dad Crew Episode 75: Ryan Gallagher: Running 21 Half Marathons In 21 Days
My guest this episode is Ryan Gallagher. He's a sober dad, a firefighter, and a runner who's about to take on 21 marathons in 21 days. In this conversation, Ryan Gallagher shares his inspiring journey of sobriety, the impact of his father's dea...
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Episode 75
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37:29
Sober Dad Crew Episode 74: Brodey Mann: Creating A Sober Fashion Clothing Brand
My guest this episode is Brodey Mann, founder of Elevated Conduct, a clothing company dedicated to those embracing sobriety and the journey of recovery. In this conversation, Brody shares his journ...
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Episode 74
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46:08
Sober Dad Crew Episode 73: Mikey Livid: Buddhism, Sobriety, Recovery, & Hope
My guest this episode is Mikey Livid. He's the co-host of the Punks on Hope podcast, co-director and guiding teacher at the Wild Heart Meditation Center in Nashville. He's got a master's ...
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1:11:24
Sober Dad Crew Episode 72: Sarah Laurel: The Savage Sisters Story
My guest this episode is Sarah Laurel, founder and executive director of Savage Sisters. In this conversation, Sarah shares her personal journey from substance use to recovery and the establishment of her organization, which provides trauma-inf...
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Episode 72
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38:53
Tirrell Hellyer Kimball - July 13, 1940 - July 14, 2025
My mother died on Monday, July 14th, one day after her 85th birthday.
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4:09
Sober Dad Crew Episode 71: Louise Barnett: Unmasking Sobriety and Mental Health
My guest this episode is Louise Barnett. She's the host of the podcast Unmasking Sobriety and Mental Health and the author of the forthcoming book, Tainted Love, A Bipolar Memoir. Her work is focused on shattering mental health and add...
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Episode 71
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48:47
Sober Dad Crew Episode 70: Joe Conzo, Jr.: Photographer Who Documented The Birth Of Hip Hop
My guest this episode is sober dad and photographer Joe Conzo Jr., who captured the birth of hip-hop through his images. And much of his work is ...
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Episode 70
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1:00:57
Sober Dad Crew Episode 69: Chris Clemens: Documenting NA Beverages In New York State
My guest this episode is Chris Clemens, AKA the nonROCaholic, who explores NA beverages in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. In this conversation, Chris Clemens shares his journey of sobriety, his exploration of non-alcoholic beverages...
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Episode 69
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49:51
Sober Dad Crew Episode 68: Jay Rodriguez: Music, Sobriety, & Playing with Prince
My guest this episode is Jay Rodriguez, a woodwind player who has performed with artists such as Prince, Elvis Costello, Wu-Tang Clan, and The Roots, to name a few. In this episode, Jay shares his journey through music, parenting, and sobriety....
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Episode 68
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56:21
Sober Dad Crew Episode 67: Derek English: Sobriety & Healthcare Access
My guest this episode is Derek English. Derek is a sober dad and Executive Director of the Ithaca Free Clinic, which provides access to health care based on need, not on ability to pay.
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Episode 67
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56:56
Sober Dad Crew Episode 66: Gene Bowen: Founder Of Road Recovery
My guest this episode is Gene Bowen, founder of Road Recovery. Road Recovery is a music industry-driven non-profit dedicated to helping young people as they battle addiction and other adversities in their lives.
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Episode 66
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53:25
Sober Dad Crew Episode 65: Kevin Sellers: Straight Edge Single Dad
My guest this episode is Kevin Sellers. We talk about parenting, divorce, single parenting, and the role Straight Edge Punk can play in recovery.
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Episode 65
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1:04:16
Sober Dad Crew Episode 64: Greg Benoit: Sober Punk Librarian
My guest this episode is Greg Benoit. He's a dad, librarian, drummer for World Purge, and fellow Upstate New Yorker. And he's also the co-host of the podcast,
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Episode 64
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1:18:24
Sober Dad Crew Episode 63: Bryan Lee: Bass Player For The Jack Knives
My guest this episode is Bryan Lee, bass player for The Jack Knives. We discuss sobriety, recovery, the punk scene, and of course his band.
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Episode 63
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1:09:25
Sober Dad Crew Episode 62: Barney Whiter: Sober Financial Counselor
My guest this episode is Barney Whiter, a financial counselor who manages The Escape Artist blog. We discuss sobriety, recovery, and how to navigate complex financial matters, such as getting out of deb...
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Episode 62
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1:05:17
Sober Dad Crew Episode 61: Samuel Freiberg: Being Publicly Sober At Work & In Your Professional Networks
My guest this episode is Samuel Freiberg, who works in the renewable energy industry. Sam and I connected via LinkedIn and much of our conversation revolved around being publicly sober at work and in your professional networks.
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Episode 61
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1:05:36
Sober Dad Crew Episode 60: Bradley Baer: certified peer recovery counselor and the director of Family and Children’s Association’s Sherpa Program
My guest this episode is Bradley Baer. He’s a certified peer recovery counselor and the director of Family and Children’s Association’s Sherpa Program. This ...
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Episode 60
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54:54