After 18 years of drinking, countless blackouts, arrests, and hospital stays, I finally hit my bottom—and started to climb. This podcast is about what it really looks like to get sober. No sugarcoating. No step-by-step manual. Just honest conversations about addiction, recovery, relapse, and everything in between. If you’ve struggled, if someone you love is struggling, or if you just want to understand the chaos behind the bottle—this is for you. Let’s talk about what happens after rock bottom.
After 18 years of drinking, countless blackouts, arrests, and hospital stays, I finally hit my bottom—and started to climb. This podcast is about what it really looks like to get sober. No sugarcoating. No step-by-step manual. Just honest conversations about addiction, recovery, relapse, and everything in between. If you’ve struggled, if someone you love is struggling, or if you just want to understand the chaos behind the bottle—this is for you. Let’s talk about what happens after rock bottom.

In this heartfelt episode, Ryan reflects on his journey to sobriety as he approaches one year of being sober. He shares the struggles and triumphs he faced, including the importance of support systems, setting boundaries, and the power of vulnerability. Ryan discusses the life-altering experiences that led him to commit to recovery and the positive changes in his relationships with family and friends. He emphasizes the significance of sharing stories and creating a platform for others in recovery, ultimately expressing gratitude for the progress he has made and the lessons learned along the way.