
The Payoff is a look at the great life that awaits in sobriety on other side of addiction - but not without taking you through the madness first. Hosted by Pete Sousa.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 201 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Self-ImprovementEducation | |||

Pete talks to John Bukaty, a live performance artist of his journey of sobriety.
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Pete talks to Kelly about her sobriety journey from her first taste of alcohol at 14, to becoming a leader in cross-racial relations through founding The Opt-In, a cultural strategy firm in Philadelphia.
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Gold Medal Figure Skater Oksana Baiul celebrates two years of sobriety with Pete Sousa as she discusses her journey of sobriety!
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Erik Blindenbacher is a Certified ARISE® Interventionist and Certified Life Coach specializing in substance use disorder and recovery. Drawing from both his professional background and personal experience in long-term recovery, Erik is deeply committ... more
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I was listening to another sober story telling podcast and I honestly was getting a little bored. You were a guest on that podcast! I quickly went to your podcast, this morning & I love it. It’s sort of aimed towards men but I don’t mind, at all. I can relate a lot more than women’s podcasts haha. They’re very boring, in my opinion. On the other podcasts, they’re like, “oh, my childhood was great!” & proceeds to tell their story. SORRY, I can’t relate! I need people who are like me! Raised in ch... more
Last episode has audio issues. It’s a shame because I love what I could understand.
Pete does a wonderful job of how we are to carry the message forward, and is a great example of how we continue to stay sober!!!!!!!!
Great, honest, in depth conversations.
Regarding Hollie’s interview it is admirable but in all sincerity I’d like to know what was the cost of this program and who assumed financial responsibility for such support? A lot of people don’t have access to this type of programming and I honestly would like to know who paid? A lot of us do it on our own.
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Centered around the transformative journeys of individuals overcoming addiction, this podcast sheds light on the experiences, challenges, and successes that accompany the path to sobriety. Through candid conversations, the show explores themes such as personal growth, resilience, and community support. Each episode highlights the stories of guests from various backgrounds, emphasizing the diverse paths to recovery while focusing on the hopeful possibilities that life in sobriety can offer. The narratives shared often resonate deeply with listeners, as they encompass raw emotional struggles and triumphant moments, making it relatable and motivating for anyone facing similar battles.
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Recent guests on The Payoff include:
1. Erik Blindenbacher
2. Nick Klos
3. Dr. Samantha Harte
4. Bill Sibley
5. Claire St. Amant
6. John Delong
7. Carrie Bates
8. Pete Sousa
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