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Ever wonder what it's like to go on your first sober date? Or survive a wedding without liquid courage? How about dancing stone-cold sober or dealing with your first breakup without wine? If so, you're in luck because you can join bestselling authors and longtime sober friends Lisa Smith and Anna David as they talk to guests—and each other—about addiction and recovery, including all the “firsts” t... more

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Before Brad McLeod became one of recovery’s most inspiring voices, he survived an almost unbelievable series of hardships—including childhood instability, extreme isolation as a teen, addiction, incarceration and briefly sharing a jail cell with a mu... more

The Sober Curator (thesobercurator.com) is the place to find all things sober pop culture and more. It has you covered on book, movie, music, and TV reviews, sober travel and events, gift guides, and other tips for living your best sober life.  We ta... more

You know the birthdays, the ones with a zero at the end? Hitting our first ones in sobriety added a new dimension to the milestones. Lisa couldn’t believe she made it her 40th birthday and wishes she’d kept contributing to her 401(K) before that. Ann... more

It’s the dreaded 8th Step in 12-Step recovery - making amends to those we have harmed. Anna and Lisa talk about their first experiences with it, as well as what “living amends” look like. And when an amends turns into a bitch session for the other pe... more

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Brad McLeod
Founder of the Sober Motivation Community; host of Sober Motivation Podcast; counselor
Sober Motivation Community
Episode: He Shared a Cell with a Murderer. Now He Helps People Recover.
Alysse Bryson
The Sober Curator
Sober Curator
Episode: Alysse Bryson on Building a Sober Pop Culture Empire
Ann Dowsett Johnston
Author and journalist; author of Drink, The Intimate Relationship Between Women And Alcohol
HarperCollins (publisher)
Episode: Ann Dowsett Johnston Wrote the Book on Women and Alcohol—Then Started Over
Eric Zimmer
Author of The One You Feed; host of The One You Feed podcast
The One You Feed
Episode: How a Little Becomes a Lot with Eric Zimmer of The One You Feed
Toni Will
Author and chief executive/GM of Kalamazoo Wings
Kalamazoo Wings
Episode: Sober Superpowers in the Work World with Toni Will
Nikki Mammano
Author of Breaking Good, a Memoir
Author/Breaking Good
Episode: Hanging with the Former “Meth Queen” of Waikiki
Jimmie Applegate
Transformational consultant; owner/admin director of Beacon Treatment Center
Beacon Treatment Center/Beacon Charities
Episode: Why Does Rehab Fail So Often? Ask Jimmie Applegate
Carly Schwartz
Writer, editor, and storytelling educator
Episode: “Eat, Pray, Love”—But Make it Addiction with Carly Schwartz
Kristin Casey
Author and speaker known for her memoirs including 'Rock Monster' and 'Casey Dancer'.
Episode: Kristen Casey Drops By to Talk Dating, Stripping, and Celebrities

Hosts

Anna David
Host of Recovery Rocks, author and long-time sober advocate
Lisa Smith
Host of Recovery Rocks, co-host, author, guest on Recovery Rocks

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 185 ratings
  • Hearing the Joy

    The pair brings different perspectives, 12 Step or No 12 Step Rooms, both agree on support groups and getting help. Looking at different ways to embrace recovery like music.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Life Is Wonderful Love
    United States4 months ago
  • Great talks

    It’s a lot of fun reminiscing with Anna, through this podcast, about the “early days” of recovery.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DToX1998
    United States7 months ago
  • They went there

    Not a fan of the political commentary lately. And I’m not a Trump fan either. I just don’t really feel like listening to these women go off about it.

    They will be alienating a lot of their subscribers. After all, more than half the country voted for Trump. Very turned off

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    chinawhite66
    United States2 years ago
  • Decided to go political

    It’s a shame they brought their political opinion into a whole episode. This is about recovery not your heavy liberal views.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Skiboysw
    United States2 years ago
  • Recovery Rocks

    I’m so glad I found this podcast. I’ve been in recovery for almost 3 years and finding this podcast was perfect timing for me. I was longing reassurance that there’s more than one way to recover from alcohol abuse disorder - I need to carry recovery in my pocket. Thank you Tawny & Lisa

    ❤️Nora O

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OKeanner
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise authentic, relatable recovery stories and practical tips.
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He Shared a Cell with a Murderer. Now He Helps People Recover.
Q: And then when did you decide to start the podcast and launch off on your own?
Brad explains eight years ago he started online efforts and eventually launched the podcast after recognizing a need for accessible recovery content and community, moving from a rehab role to building his own platform.
Ann Dowsett Johnston Wrote the Book on Women and Alcohol—Then Started Over
Q: How has trauma shaped the work you do in recovery?
Trauma is identified as a central, pervasive factor in many clients' experiences with alcohol; she references authorities like Gabor Maté and Bessel van der Kolk to frame trauma-informed care in her practice.
Ann Dowsett Johnston Wrote the Book on Women and Alcohol—Then Started Over
Q: Why did you decide to go back to school later in life, and what did you study?
She describes being inspired by the many women seeking help and her son's milestone at Smith College, choosing to pursue social work so she could better support women with alcohol-related challenges; she became a journalist and a psychotherapist.
Ann Dowsett Johnston Wrote the Book on Women and Alcohol—Then Started Over
Q: What makes Ann Dowsett Johnston's book Drink a landmark in the conversation about women and alcohol?
Ann explains that the book uniquely explored women's intimate relationship with alcohol through both journalistic and memoir lenses, helping to normalize discussing women's drinking and setting a foundation for subsequent research and dialogue in recovery.
Why Does Rehab Fail So Often? Ask Jimmie Applegate
Q: What would you tell someone about choosing treatment if they're entering a 30-day program?
He emphasizes that addiction is individualized, that not all patients respond to 30 days or one modality, and that recovery involves tailoring plans and integrating various modalities beyond traditional approaches.

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What is Recovery Rocks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, long-running conversation about recovery and sober living, anchored by two hosts who share personal sobriety journeys and invite guests to discuss addiction, recovery, and the real-life moments that shape sobriety. Episodes cover topics from aging in recovery and making amends to leadership, parenting, storytelling, and system-level improvements in treatment. The show is known for frank discussions, humor, and a flexible approach to recovery that includes multiple paths, communities, and strategies. It often features authors, coaches, and practitioners who discuss practical steps, personal growth, and embracing a sober life while navigating work, relationships, and culture. This combination of personal storytelling, expert insight... more

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Recent guests on Recovery Rocks include:

1. Brad McLeod
2. Alysse Bryson
3. Ann Dowsett Johnston
4. Eric Zimmer
5. Toni Will
6. Nikki Mammano
7. Jimmie Applegate
8. Carly Schwartz

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