In this raw and powerful episode of Trust Issues, Nate sits down with Jim “Soni” Sonefeld — founding member and drummer of Hootie & the Blowfish — to talk about trust, addiction, and staying grounded in the chaos of fame.
Jim opens up about his journey to sobriety in an industry that doesn’t make it easy, the betrayal and disillusionment that came with Atlantic Records, and how he rebuilt trust — not just with his bandmates, but with himself and the fans who stuck by them.
This isn’t just a music industry tell-all — it’s a vulnerable look at what it means to be broken, seen, and put back together.
Plus, Jim shares his thoughts on the Airo Mobile Healing Studio, offering encouragement and vision for what’s possible when we bring healing on the road.
Topics include:
Recovery and spirituality behind the scenes of fame
When the record label stopped believing
The brotherhood of the band and what still holds them together
How trust is earned with fans and within yourself
Jim’s take on Nate’s Airo MHS and healing on the move
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This one hits deep. Tune in and turn up.
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