Soberness Podcast

Cat Greenleaf
Soberness Podcast

Soberness is a new podcast from Cat Greenleaf, creator and host of Talk Stoop. Cat brings her legendary interviewing style and ten years of sobriety to wild conversations with celebrities and notable people who have been on their own sober journeys, either out loud in public or quietly at home. Soberness is not a somber show about sobriety. It’s about the one-of-a-kind stories that define the lives of people we all know, sharing the aching humor and the meaning that comes with a life in recovery. And it’s about how that life redefines the work and the art of the actors, musicians and thinkers around us. Soberness is built upon the primary belief that there’s no one definition for sobriety and no one way to get sober …and there are a million stories that can lead the way for anyone who’s trying to make it happen. Host Bio: Cat Greenleaf is a veteran TV personality and host, best known for her long-running series, Talk Stoop, where she interviewed and entertained actors, musicians, politicians, and other notable folks on the stoop of her Brooklyn brownstone. When she’s not TV-ing, she’s working on her non-profit the Restorative Housing Organization which provides employment for formerly incarcerated folks and affordable waterfront housing. She also leads AA meetings for inmates at Bedford Hills Women’s Maximum Security Prison, and for formerly incarcerated men and women in East New York. She lives in Brooklyn’s Coney Island with her husband, two sons and three dogs.

  1. FEB 3

    How Loneliness Fuels Addiction: Chris Marshall’s Truth

    How Loneliness Fuels Addiction: Chris Marshall’s Truth Chris Marshall, founder of Sans Bar, shares his deeply personal journey from addiction to creating one of the first alcohol-free bars in the U.S. Recorded live at the Mindful Drinking Festival, Chris opens up about the wake-up call that led to his sobriety, the challenges of loneliness in addiction, and how he’s building a new social scene for sober and sober-curious people. This eye-opening conversation dives into the stigma surrounding sobriety, the mental health struggles often overlooked in recovery, and the growing movement of alcohol-free spaces. If you're looking for inspiration, hope, and a fresh perspective on what it means to live alcohol-free, this episode is a must-watch. - WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE:  https://youtu.be/_YaZX6hVHvs KEY TAKEAWAYS: Loneliness is a Major Factor in Addiction – Chris shares how isolation fueled his struggles with alcohol and how building a strong, sober community was essential to his recovery. Sober Social Spaces Are Changing the Game – The creation of Sans Bar proves that people want alcohol-free environments where they can connect, have fun, and build relationships without the pressure to drink. Mindful Drinking is a Growing Movement – Chris discusses how attitudes toward alcohol are shifting, with more people embracing sobriety or moderation as a way to improve their mental and physical well-being.   - FOLLOW SOBERNESS: Instagram @SobernessPodcast TikTok @SobernessPodcast  YouTube @SobernessPodcast

    30 min
  2. JAN 27

    The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Trends in Food & Beverage

    In this episode of Soberness, a panel of top chefs and mixologists discusses the challenges and triumphs of staying sober in the high-pressure world of hospitality. Recorded live at the Mindful Drinking Festival, these culinary experts share their personal stories of addiction, recovery, and how mindfulness has shaped their approach to life. Discover how the industry’s culture is shifting toward inclusivity, with non-alcoholic trends taking center stage and offering hope to those on their sobriety journey. Whether you're in hospitality or curious about the intersection of food and mindful living, this episode serves up plenty of inspiration and insight. - WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE: https://youtu.be/SVUiX4hXNnE LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCASTS HERE: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CT7iEJi0PIzaVHxEBVZVi - FOLLOW SOBERNESS: Instagram @SobernessPodcast TikTok @SobernessPodcast  YouTube @SobernessPodcast   TIME CODES: 00:00 Introduction   01:15 The pressure of hospitality and addiction   04:22 Why the industry normalizes alcohol use   07:48 Chef stories: Personal battles with sobriety   11:32 Finding balance in a high-stress kitchen   14:05 How mindfulness transformed their careers   17:20 The rise of non-alcoholic options in fine dining   20:35 Challenges of creating sober-friendly spaces   23:50 Advice for chefs and hospitality workers in recovery   26:45 Audience Q&A: Sober strategies for hospitality professionals   29:10 Closing remarks and future trends in mindful drinking     Keywords: chefs and sobriety, mindful drinking festival, sober hospitality, addiction in the food industry, non-alcoholic trends, sober chefs, mindfulness in hospitality, recovery stories from chefs, sobriety in fine dining, chefs and mental health, sober-friendly restaurants, culinary industry challenges, mindfulness and cooking, alcohol-free dining, sobriety in the kitchen, chefs overcoming addiction, hospitality and recovery, non-alcoholic beverage trends, sober living for chefs, mindful drinking movement.

    38 min
  3. JAN 17

    DMC on Sobriety, Hip-Hop, and Finding Purpose | Soberness & Mindful Drinking Fest LIVE

    DMC on Sobriety, Hip-Hop, and Finding Purpose | Soberness & Mindful Drinking Fest LIVE In this powerful live episode of Soberness, hip-hop legend Darryl “DMC” McDaniels returns to share his remarkable journey from addiction to redemption at the Mindful Drinking Festival in Washington, DC. DMC, one-third of the groundbreaking group Run-D.M.C., discusses the pivotal moments that led him to sobriety, how childhood trauma and identity shaped his struggles, and the transformative power of vulnerability and creativity. This candid conversation touches on the stigmas surrounding addiction in hip-hop, the importance of mental health, and why sharing honest stories can break down barriers. If you’re on your own recovery path or want to understand the resilience behind one of rap’s greatest icons, this episode is packed with inspiration, hope, and truth. ABOUT THE SOBERNESS PODCAST Soberness is a new podcast  from Cat Greenleaf, creator and host of Talk Stoop.  Cat brings her legendary interviewing style and ten years of sobriety to wild conversations with celebrities and notable people who have been on their own sober journeys, either out loud in public or quietly at home. Soberness is not a somber show about sobriety. It’s about the one-of-a-kind stories that define the lives of people we all know, sharing the aching humor and the meaning that comes with a life in recovery.  And it’s about how that life redefines the work and the art of the actors, musicians and thinkers around us.  Soberness is built upon the primary belief that there’s no one definition for sobriety and no one way to get sober …and there are a million stories that can lead the way for anyone who’s trying to make it happen. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE:  https://youtu.be/SVUiX4hXNnE LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCASTS HERE: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CT7iEJi0PIzaVHxEBVZVi ABOUT CAT GREENLEAF Cat Greenleaf is a veteran TV personality and host, best known for her long-running series, Talk Stoop, where she interviewed and entertained actors, musicians, politicians, and other notable folks on the stoop of her Brooklyn brownstone. When she’s not TV-ing, she’s working on her non-profit the Restorative Housing Organization which provides employment for formerly incarcerated folks and affordable waterfront housing.  She also leads AA meetings for inmates at Bedford Hills Women’s Maximum Security Prison, and for formerly incarcerated men and women in East New York.  She lives in Brooklyn’s Coney Island with her husband, two sons and three dogs. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Honesty and Vulnerability are Powerful Tools: DMC emphasizes how opening up about his struggles with addiction and childhood trauma allowed him to heal and connect with others on similar journeys. 2. The Role of Identity and Adoption in Addiction: DMC shares insights into how his feelings of disconnection from his identity, amplified by learning about his adoption later in life, contributed to his struggles with alcohol. 3. Creativity as a Lifeline for Recovery: DMC explains how music, writing, and storytelling helped him rediscover purpose and build resilience, demonstrating the healing power of creative expression.   TIME CODES: 00:00 Introduction   02:11 DMC’s lowest point and discovery of adoption   03:59 Lyrics as hidden cries for help   05:08 The truth behind Run's House absence   14:03 Hope and being a vessel of positivity   17:09 Vulnerability in hip-hop culture   19:45 Childhood bullying and cycles of trauma   24:30 Sobriety and being Black in hip-hop   26:39 Approval-seeking and addiction triggers   29:06 Rehabilitation and spiritual growth   39:39 Searching for identity and Chapter 1   45:30 Meeting birth family and genetic ties to addiction   51:54 Dry January USA and Meharry Medical College   55:21 Practical mindfulness tool for sobriety   59:06 Impact of sobriety on creativity   01:02:01 Closing remarks and gratitude     Keywords: DMC live, Run-D.M.C. sobriety, Soberness podcast, hip-hop addiction recovery, addiction and trauma, Mindful Drinking Festival, hip-hop mental health, creativity and sobriety, overcoming addiction, DMC interview, alcohol-free movement, sober rap icons.

    1h 4m
  4. JAN 13

    How a Podcast Became a Lifeline for Addicts with David Manheim

    How a Podcast Became a Lifeline for Addicts | Soberness Podcast with David Manheim In this heartfelt  and hilarious episode of Soberness, David Manheim, creator of the Dopey podcast, shares how a show that began as a collection of funny addiction stories turned into a powerful recovery community. David opens up about the impact of humor and vulnerability in breaking down stigma, the lessons he’s learned from personal loss, and how storytelling can save lives. This conversation offers insight, hope, and plenty of raw honesty for anyone on the path to sobriety. KEY TAKEAWAYS Community is the Heart of Recovery: David explains how the Dopey podcast evolved from sharing funny addiction stories into a supportive community that offers connection, hope, and healing for people navigating sobriety. The Power of Vulnerability and Humor: By blending raw honesty with humor, David shows how sharing personal struggles and failures can break down stigma and inspire others to embrace their own recovery journeys. Loss as a Catalyst for Growth: The tragic death of Dopey co-host Chris illuminated the deep realities of addiction, reinforcing the importance of authenticity, support networks, and continual self-reflection in staying sober.   ABOUT THE SOBERNESS PODCAST Soberness is a new podcast  from Cat Greenleaf, creator and host of Talk Stoop.  Cat brings her legendary interviewing style and ten years of sobriety to wild conversations with celebrities and notable people who have been on their own sober journeys, either out loud in public or quietly at home.   Soberness is not a somber show about sobriety.  It’s about the one-of-a-kind stories that define the lives of people we all know, sharing the aching humor and the meaning that comes with a life in recovery.  And it’s about how that life redefines the work and the art of the actors, musicians and thinkers around us.    Soberness is built upon the primary belief that there’s no one definition for sobriety and no one way to get sober …and there are a million stories that can lead the way for anyone who’s trying to make it happen.   WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE: https://youtu.be/ct8D-3Lb2MM   LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCASTS HERE: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CT7iEJi0PIzaVHxEBVZVi   ABOUT CAT GREENLEAF Cat Greenleaf is a veteran TV personality and host, best known for her long-running series, Talk Stoop, where she interviewed and entertained actors, musicians, politicians, and other notable folks on the stoop of her Brooklyn brownstone. When she’s not TV-ing, she’s working on her non-profit the Restorative Housing Organization which provides employment for formerly incarcerated folks and affordable waterfront housing.  She also leads AA meetings for inmates at Bedford Hills Women’s Maximum Security Prison, and for formerly incarcerated men and women in East New York.  She lives in Brooklyn’s Coney Island with her husband, two sons and three dogs.   TIMECODES: 00:00 Introduction   00:42 The origins of Dopey podcast   03:56 From addiction stories to recovery focus   05:20 The veterinarian story and early podcast struggles   06:09 Why recovery became central after losing friends   10:27 Managing focus with ADHD and podcasting   12:07 Memories with Chris and their creative partnership   14:16 How personal loss shaped the show   17:20 Stories of persistence, tragedy, and growth   19:58 Lessons learned from community and resilience   Keywords: David Manheim, Dopey podcast, addiction recovery, recovery community, sobriety stories, humor in recovery, addiction and storytelling, personal loss and recovery, overcoming addiction, podcasting about sobriety, addiction humor, recovery journey, sober living, mental health and sobriety, using comedy to heal, addiction and vulnerability, building a recovery network, lessons from loss, sober storytelling, addiction and friendship, staying sober through connection.

    27 min
    5
    out of 5
    16 Ratings

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    Soberness is a new podcast from Cat Greenleaf, creator and host of Talk Stoop. Cat brings her legendary interviewing style and ten years of sobriety to wild conversations with celebrities and notable people who have been on their own sober journeys, either out loud in public or quietly at home. Soberness is not a somber show about sobriety. It’s about the one-of-a-kind stories that define the lives of people we all know, sharing the aching humor and the meaning that comes with a life in recovery. And it’s about how that life redefines the work and the art of the actors, musicians and thinkers around us. Soberness is built upon the primary belief that there’s no one definition for sobriety and no one way to get sober …and there are a million stories that can lead the way for anyone who’s trying to make it happen. Host Bio: Cat Greenleaf is a veteran TV personality and host, best known for her long-running series, Talk Stoop, where she interviewed and entertained actors, musicians, politicians, and other notable folks on the stoop of her Brooklyn brownstone. When she’s not TV-ing, she’s working on her non-profit the Restorative Housing Organization which provides employment for formerly incarcerated folks and affordable waterfront housing. She also leads AA meetings for inmates at Bedford Hills Women’s Maximum Security Prison, and for formerly incarcerated men and women in East New York. She lives in Brooklyn’s Coney Island with her husband, two sons and three dogs.

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