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One for the Road: The Quit Drinking Podcast

David Wilson - Sober Coach
Sobriety
Mental Health
Alcohol
Alcoholism
Recovery
Addiction
Alcohol Addiction
Parenting
Addiction Recovery
Community Support
Alcohol Dependency
Family Dynamics
Trauma
Alcohol Consumption
Sober Living
Support Groups
Suicide
Perimenopause
Grief
Personal Growth

One for the Road is the quit drinking podcast hosted by David Wilson — accredited sobriety coach, speaker, and the voice behind @SoberDave. Each week, David sits down with inspiring guests from all walks of life who have changed their relationship with alcohol, chosen an alcohol-free lifestyle, and found a new path forward.

Whether you're sober curious, just starting your quit drinking journey, ta... more

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Angela’s battle with alcoholism reached the point where she was drinking from 6 AM until she passed out every night. Growing up with an alcoholic father, she had witnessed firsthand the devastation alcohol could cause, yet found herself trapped in th... more

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What happens when the one thing you’ve dedicated your entire life to is suddenly taken away?

Shanaze Reade was a BMX world champion and Olympic athlete who spent most of her life avoiding alcohol. Growing up with an alcoholic father, she was determi... more

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For years, alcohol was part of Jason’s identity. From college parties to DJing in the rave scene, drinking seemed like a normal part of life. But over time, something changed.

The partying slowed down, but the drinking didn’t.

Eventually, Jason was... more

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Bianca desperately wanted to quit drinking. But when she tried, the alcohol withdrawal symptoms became so severe that she ended up in hospital.

After surviving cancer and chemotherapy, Bianca never imagined that alcohol dependence would become one o... more

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Shanaze Reade
BMX world champion, Olympic athlete, and recovering alcoholic
Episode: Shanaze Reade: From BMX World Champion to Alcohol Addiction and Recovery
Jason Lyman
Real estate agent and DJ sharing his experience with alcohol and drug addiction and recovery
Episode: Whiskey Before Work: The Hidden Reality of Alcohol Addiction
Jessica Wilde
Musician and artist who shares a sober journey and related creative work
Singer/Artist, Pussy Power founder
Episode: Drinking at 12, Chasing Chaos, and Finding Herself in Sobriety
Adrian Harrow
Guest sharing a sobriety journey and personal history
None explicitly stated
Episode: Adrian Was Drinking Two Bottles a Night. Even the Hospital Didn’t Stop Him
Millie Gooch
Author of Hangxiety and founder of Sober Girl Society
Sober Girl Society
Episode: What Alcohol Does to Your Brain: Anxiety, Hangxiety & Sobriety with Millie Gooch
Alex Clapp
Recovery advocate and former heavy drinker who shares his sobriety journey
Independent sobriety advocate
Episode: From Morning Vodka to Sobriety: Alex Clapp’s Recovery Story
Sarah Rusbatch
Best-selling author of Beyond Booze; leading voice on grey area drinking
Author, Speaker on sobriety and drinking culture
Episode: The Truth About Grey Area Drinking and Mummy Wine Culture | Sarah Rusbatch
Victoria Vanstone
Guest on the show discussing sobriety, retreat, and personal growth
Independent sobriety coach and retreat facilitator
Episode: 8 Years Sober and I Realized Sobriety Hadn’t Fixed Me | Victoria Vanstone
Michelle Heaton
Singer formerly of Liberty X; public figure discussing recovery
Former band member, sobriety advocate
Episode: Michelle Heaton: Vodka at 7AM & Fighting Back

Host

David Wilson
Host of One for the Road: The Quit Drinking Podcast; sobriety coach and public speaker

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 761 ratings
  • Lucy Norfolk story

    What an amazing woman and heartbreaking story she had. So grateful for her insight. I hope she and her family are getting all the support they need. Thank you Dave for the inspiring interviews to do to get the information to the masses.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trucker457
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Special

    I love the show Dave does an amazing job holding space for every guest and is a true legend in the space.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BradMcleod1
    Canada8 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Dave had such an engaging and charismatic way with people . Love these interviews, so interesting and inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SarinaJB
    Australia9 months ago
  • Brilliant!

    Love the podcast, I listen to every episode, but I’ve just listened to the recent episode with Allie Bailey. It was superb! So informative and inspiring- both of you.

    Thank you and keep up the great work Dave.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nige H
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • My favourite ‘sober’ podcast

    I love how David is so empathetic to his guests and gives them the space to talk. He is really inspiring and I love hearing others inspiring stories too. It’s really helped me during my two years into sobriety.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Villigante
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Many find the show motivating and a helpful companion in sobriety journeys.
Listeners praise empathetic interviewing and inspiring guest stories.
Some critique the host for talking over guests; otherwise highly valued for deep storytelling.
Audience notes honest, open conversations that feel supportive and non-judgmental.

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Shanaze Reade: From BMX World Champion to Alcohol Addiction and Recovery
Q: How do you think your life would have panned out if you hadn't have stopped?
Reade believes she would not have found her purpose. She describes rock bottom as a chance to rebuild, reassess her life, and develop a new sense of self.
Shanaze Reade: From BMX World Champion to Alcohol Addiction and Recovery
Q: So, when did you start drinking then?
Reade says she drank occasionally at after-parties while competing, but her drinking became severe after British Cycling ended her career and she lost her athletic identity and purpose.
Whiskey Before Work: The Hidden Reality of Alcohol Addiction
Q: What would you say to anyone listening to this episode, and they're sitting on the fence? How would you encourage them?
Jason says it is never too late to change, recovery remains difficult but people can get better at doing hard things, and repeated attempts are part of many people's journeys. He recommends community, honest connection, and taking sobriety one day at a time.
Whiskey Before Work: The Hidden Reality of Alcohol Addiction
Q: What is it like for you growing up?
Jason describes growing up mostly with his single mother, moving between Ohio and California, and encountering family instability and drinking at a young age. He says he first tried alcohol and marijuana around ages 12 or 13.
I Wanted to Stop Drinking, But Severe Alcohol Withdrawal Took Over | Bianca’s Stor
Q: Could you just go through what you experienced at that time?
Bianca describes severe withdrawal symptoms, including vomiting, tremors and difficulty using her hands. She says she did not initially know withdrawal could be dangerous, and that hospital care did not meet the level of treatment she needed.

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The shows center on real, personal journeys away from alcohol, with guests spanning celebrities, athletes, founders, and everyday people who share how they quit or redefine their relationship with drinking. Across episodes, topics include sobriety maintenance in social settings, trauma and mental health, parenting and family dynamics, community support, and practical strategies for living alcohol-free. Noteworthy threads include the long arc of sobriety, burnout and boundary-setting, the role of retreats and accountability, and reflections on cultural pressures like mummy wine culture. The format tends to be intimate, narrative-driven conversations that blend lived experience with actionable tips for listeners pursuing sobriety or supportin... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Shanaze Reade
2. Jason Lyman
3. Jessica Wilde
4. Adrian Harrow
5. Millie Gooch
6. Alex Clapp
7. Sarah Rusbatch
8. Victoria Vanstone

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