The Sober Seat

The Sober Seat | With Aish
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I’m Aish, and this is The Sober Seat. The podcast for the sober, the sober curious, and especially for the thirty-somethings who thought they’d have it all figured out by now. This seat? This is where I used to drink alone — self-medicating undiagnosed ADHD and eventually becoming a round-the-clock drinker by the age of 27. Now, it represents something very different: hope, sobriety, recovery, and a place for anyone who might still be struggling. Each week, a new guest will sit in The Sober Seat to talk openly about how addiction impacted their life, the unfiltered reality of recovery, and what rebuilding life sober really looks like. I’ll also be speaking to the loved ones of those affected by addiction, sharing a whole new perspective. They’ll discuss some of the challenges they’ve faced and how they’ve tried their best to support the people they care about. Because addiction doesn’t just impact the person experiencing it — it affects everyone around them too. These are the stories the world needs to hear. Real people with very real experiences. Stories that shouldn’t be hidden in the shadows of shame that so wrongly surrounds addiction. These episodes share personal experiences around addiction and mental health. They are not intended as medical advice. If you relate to any of the topics discussed, please reach out to a medical professional for support. If you’d like to sit down in The Sober Seat and tell your story, you can contact us at: thesoberseat@gmail.com Or connect on socials: TikTok @thesoberseatpod @kindathrivinaish If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or addiction, free helplines are available: Samaritans — 116 123 (24-hour free listening support) NHS Crisis Team — Call 111 and select option 2 Shout — Text “SHOUT” to 85258 for free crisis text support Talk to FRANK — 0300 123 6600

Episodes

  1. APR 2

    Gambling Addiction| The Silent Killer | Discovering The Truth Behind My Fathers Death

    This week on The Sober Seat Podcast, Beyond The Bet (Shell) shares the heartbreaking truth about gambling addiction — the silent addiction that took her dad’s life. Often hidden behind closed doors, problem gambling and compulsive gambling can go unnoticed for years. There are no obvious physical signs, yet the impact on mental health, finances, relationships, and families can be devastating. Through this deeply personal story, we explore the reality of gambling harm — not just for the individual, but for the affected others left navigating guilt, grief, and loss. In this episode, we cover: • Why gambling addiction is known as the silent addiction • The link between gambling, mental health, and suicide • The impact of problem gambling on families and loved ones • Emotional struggles: guilt, shame, isolation • Grief after addiction-related loss • Recovery, healing, and finding support This conversation gives a voice to the affected others — the partners, children, and families living with the consequences of addiction every day. If you’re struggling with gambling addiction, supporting someone with problem gambling, or navigating grief and recovery, this episode is for you. So, get comfy. Pull up a Chair. Come Sit with us. This is The Sober Seat New episodes every Wednesday at 7PM Make sure you drop The Sober Seat a follow and turn your Notifications on so you never miss an Episode 🌱🎧🩷 Where to find us on Socials ⬇️⬇️⬇️ @aish_thesoberseat @thesoberseatpod @beyond_the_bet

    48 min

  2. MAR 26

    High-Functioning Alcoholism | The Secret Alcohol Addiction Hidden Behind Success

    n this episode of The Sober Seat Podcast, Tamsin (The Sober Journo) shares the truth behind high-functioning alcoholism — and what it’s really like living with a hidden alcohol addiction while building a successful career. On the outside, she was a thriving journalist. Showing up. Delivering. Holding it all together. But behind closed doors, she was battling alcohol dependence, stuck in the exhausting cycle of functioning alcoholism, denial, and quiet isolation. This episode explores the blurred lines between “normal drinking” and alcohol abuse — the justifications, the secrecy, and the toll it takes on mental health. We talk openly about: • High-functioning alcoholism and hidden addiction • The cycle of alcohol dependence and denial • Binge drinking and questioning your relationship with alcohol • Shame, isolation, and internal struggles • The pressure to appear “fine” while struggling • Early sobriety and the reality of stopping drinking • Taking the first steps toward alcohol recovery If you’ve ever wondered… “Can I still have a problem if my life looks fine?” This conversation will hit home. This is for anyone navigating alcohol addiction, functioning alcoholism, or starting their sobriety journey — especially if you feel like you don’t fit the stereotype. So get comfy, pull up a chair and come sit with us This is the Sober Seat New episodes every Wednesday at 7PM

    1h 1m

  3. MAR 11

    Codeine Addiction | From Life-Saving Surgery to A Codeine Prescription Addiction

    In this episode, we explore Stevie Marie’s story After a life-saving operation, Stevie Marie was prescribed medication to help manage pain and support her recovery. From an Operation to remove Cervical Cancer, a Diagnosis she'd received 3 times by the time she was 25. At first, it seemed like the treatment she needed to heal. What was Medically Prescribed to reduce pain and support with recovery. Like for so many others, eventually became an Addiction. We dive into how prescription medications can sometimes lead to unexpected addiction, why it happens, and how difficult it can be to recognise the problem when the drug comes from a doctor. Stevie Marie’s experience is a powerful reminder that even medications meant to heal can carry hidden risks—and that recovery is possible, even after losing years to addiction. Stevie Marie, who is now Sober and in Recovery from Codeine Addiction bravely shares her story over on Social Media to raise awareness and support others. You can follow her Journey - @Stevie_Marie12 If you're sober, sober curious, or in your 30s and wondering why life still feels confusing and messy sometimes, this Episode is for you. So get Comfy, Pull up a Chair, this is The Sober Seat.🩷💚 New episodes every Wednesday at 7pm. Drop "The Sober Seat Pod" over on TikTok to keep up to date with the latest Episodes and forward this to a friend who might be struggling. We Do Recover! A Full List of Free Helpline Support will be posted after each Episode. @Thesoberseatpod @kindathrivinaish

    51 min

  4. MAR 5

    How I Finally Got Sober For Good | Relapse, Withdrawal & Rock Bottom

    In Part Two of My Story: How I Got Sober In this episode, I talk about the relapse that finally led me to get sober for good. After I found myself back in the same cycle — waking up in withdrawal and reaching for vodka at 7am just to feel normal again. What started as a way to cope went straight back to Vodka at 7am, and the reality of addiction was impossible to ignore. I share honestly about what relapse looked like for me, the fear and exhaustion of living through alcohol withdrawal, and the moment I realised something had to change. Addiction had taken a serious toll on both my mental and physical health, and I knew I couldn’t keep living that way. This episode is about the brutal reality of relapse, the shame that often comes with it, and why relapse doesn’t mean recovery is over. I talk about what finally pushed me to ask for help and commit to sobriety for good. If you're sober, sober curious, or in your 30s and wondering why life still feels confusing and messy sometimes, this Episode is for you. So get Comfy, Pull up a Chair, this is The Sober Seat.🩷💚 New episodes every Wednesday at 7pm. Drop "The Sober Seat Pod" over on TikTok to keep up to date with the latest Episodes and forward this to a friend who might be struggling. We Do Recover! A Full List of Free Helpline Support will be posted after each Episode. @Thesoberseatpod @kindathrivinaish

    25 min

  5. MAR 5

    How Alcohol Took Over My Life at 27 | Addiction, ADHD & Getting Sober

    I’m sharing the honest story of how drinking to quiet my mind turned into full-blown alcohol addiction by 27 — and the moment I finally asked for help and got sober. In this episode, I share the honest story of my struggle with alcohol addiction. What started as a way to quiet my racing thoughts and cope with undiagnosed ADHD slowly turned into something far more serious. By 27, I had become physically dependent on alcohol and was drinking around the clock as my life spiralled out of control. I talk openly about alcohol-induced psychosis, the guilt and shame that come with addiction, and how easy access to alcohol delivery made it harder to stop. What once felt like comfort and relief quickly began to damage both my mental and physical health. This episode explores the reality of living with alcoholism, the loneliness and misunderstanding that often come with it, and the moment I finally asked for help and began my journey to sobriety. If you're sober, sober curious, or in your 30s and wondering why life still feels confusing and messy sometimes, this conversation is for you. So get Comfy, Pull up a Chair and Come and Sit with Us - This is The Sober Seat:🩷💚🎙️ New episodes every Wednesday at 7pm. ✨ Listen now to hear the reality of addiction and recovery — raw, honest, and unfiltered and Follow The Sober Seat on TikTok for updates Tiktok  @thesoberseatpod @Kindathrivinaish

    23 min
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About

I’m Aish, and this is The Sober Seat. The podcast for the sober, the sober curious, and especially for the thirty-somethings who thought they’d have it all figured out by now. This seat? This is where I used to drink alone — self-medicating undiagnosed ADHD and eventually becoming a round-the-clock drinker by the age of 27. Now, it represents something very different: hope, sobriety, recovery, and a place for anyone who might still be struggling. Each week, a new guest will sit in The Sober Seat to talk openly about how addiction impacted their life, the unfiltered reality of recovery, and what rebuilding life sober really looks like. I’ll also be speaking to the loved ones of those affected by addiction, sharing a whole new perspective. They’ll discuss some of the challenges they’ve faced and how they’ve tried their best to support the people they care about. Because addiction doesn’t just impact the person experiencing it — it affects everyone around them too. These are the stories the world needs to hear. Real people with very real experiences. Stories that shouldn’t be hidden in the shadows of shame that so wrongly surrounds addiction. These episodes share personal experiences around addiction and mental health. They are not intended as medical advice. If you relate to any of the topics discussed, please reach out to a medical professional for support. If you’d like to sit down in The Sober Seat and tell your story, you can contact us at: thesoberseat@gmail.com Or connect on socials: TikTok @thesoberseatpod @kindathrivinaish If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or addiction, free helplines are available: Samaritans — 116 123 (24-hour free listening support) NHS Crisis Team — Call 111 and select option 2 Shout — Text “SHOUT” to 85258 for free crisis text support Talk to FRANK — 0300 123 6600

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    The Sober Seat | With Aish
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  • Episodes
    5
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