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I’m Aish, and this is The Sober Seat. A podcast changing the way addiction is viewed and recovery is talked about, because addiction doesn’t always look like addiction. By 27, I was a round-the-clock drinker, trying to fit in and navigate life with undiagnosed AuDHD, while feeling misunderstood and disconnected even in a room full of people. Through raw stories and honest conversations with people who have rebuilt their lives, this podcast explores sobriety, recovery, mental health, and what it means to rebuild a life in your 30s and beyond. For the high-functioning, the hidden struggles, the sober curious, the affected others, and anyone who has ever felt unseen or misunderstood Because recovery isn’t about becoming someone else. It’s about finally feeling comfortable being who you are. And what a sobering thought it is… that there are seats waiting for you at tables you’re yet to discover, and you’ll quickly realise they’re exactly where you belong. So pull up a chair. Come sit with us.

  1. −4 d

    Ketamine Addiction: Detained in Solitary Confinement in a Japanese Prison | How I Got Sober (Part 2)

    In Part 2 of this Episode of The Sober Seat, Izzy Rose picks up where her story left off. So if you haven't listen to Part 1, go give it a listen. After being detained in solitary confinement inside a Japanese prison as a result of her ketamine addiction, Izzy Rose shares what happened next and how she began the long process of getting sober and rebuilding her life. Izzy Rose opens up about recovering from ketamine addiction, getting sober, and the realities of life in recovery. For the first time, Izzy also speaks openly about her relapse, what led to it, and the lessons she learned while continuing her sobriety journey. She talks honestly about the emotional aftermath of addiction, returning home, rebuilding relationships, navigating shame, and learning how to live a life without ketamine. Recovery isn't a finish line, it's something you choose every single day. Izzy shares what helped her stay sober, the challenges she's faced since leaving prison, and why recovery has become the greatest decision she's ever made. This episode explores addiction recovery, sobriety, relapse, life after ketamine addiction, mental health, healing, and rebuilding your life after addiction. It's an honest conversation about what happens after the headlines, when the real work of recovery begins. Topics covered: ketamine addiction, recovering from ketamine addiction, addiction recovery, sobriety journey, how I got sober, getting sober, relapse and recovery, life in recovery, mental health, substance addiction, drug addiction, sober lifestyle, sober curious, life after addiction, healing from addiction, and rebuilding your life in recovery. If you've ever searched "how to get sober," wondered what life after ketamine addiction really looks like, or you're trying to understand relapse and the reality of recovery, this episode is for you. Whether you're recovering from ketamine addiction, supporting someone through addiction recovery, sober curious, or years into your sobriety journey, Izzy's story is a reminder that recovery is possible, even after setbacks. If you're looking for honest conversations about addiction, sobriety, recovery, and real-life stories, you've found your seat. So, get comfy. Pull up a chair. Come sit with us. This is The Sober Seat. 🎧✨ New episodes every Wednesday at 8PM. Make sure you follow The Sober Seat and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Find us on socials: Host: @aish_thesoberseat Guest: @hyakuban

  2. 31 juli

    Ketamine Addiction: Detained in Solitary in a Japanese Prison| How Addiction Took Over My Life

    Izzy Rose was detained in solitary confinement inside a Japanese prison after a ketamine addiction slowly took control of her life. In this Part 1 of a 2-part episode of The Sober Seat, Izzy Rose shares her raw and honest story of ketamine addiction, addiction recovery, and her sobriety journey. What started as something she never expected to become a problem slowly spiralled into an addiction that changed everything. Izzy opens up about how ketamine can destroy your life without you even realising it, the warning signs she missed, and how addiction gradually began affecting her choices, relationships, and future. She shares the reality of recovering from ketamine addiction, rebuilding her life after addiction, and the difficult journey of finding sobriety after losing control. This episode explores the hidden side of addiction, how substance use can slowly take over, the impact of ketamine addiction on mental health, and what it really takes to begin the process of healing and recovery. Izzy talks openly about her experiences, the consequences of addiction, the shame and stigma surrounding substance use, and how she started her journey towards addiction recovery and sobriety. Topics covered: ketamine addiction, recovering from ketamine addiction, addiction recovery, sobriety journey, getting sober, overcoming addiction, substance addiction, drug addiction, mental health, relapse, recovery stories, sober lifestyle, sober curious, life after addiction, and healing from addiction. If you’ve ever wondered how addiction can develop without someone realising, how ketamine addiction impacts a person’s life, or what recovery really looks like, this episode is for you. Whether you are navigating addiction recovery, supporting someone through addiction, sober curious, or trying to understand the reality of substance addiction, Izzy’s story offers honesty, hope, and a reminder that change is possible. While we don’t always understand the decisions people make during addiction, addiction is complex. Please listen with compassion and kindness. This is only the beginning of Izzy’s story. Join us for Part 2, where she continues to share what happened next and the journey that followed. If you’re looking for honest conversations about addiction, sobriety, recovery, and real-life stories, you’ve found your seat. So, get comfy. Pull up a chair. Come sit with us. This is The Sober Seat. 🎧✨ New episodes every Wednesday at 8PM. Make sure you follow The Sober Seat and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Find us on socials: Host: @aish_thesoberseat Guest: @hyakuban

  3. 22 juli

    A Life-Changing Diagnosis: Epilepsy, Health Anxiety & The Alcohol Addiction Cycle That Followed

    In this week’s episode of The Sober Seat, I sit down with Kate to explore the devastating cycle of hangxiety, anxiety, binge drinking, and alcohol addiction. After receiving an epilepsy diagnosis in her early twenties, Kate found herself struggling to process the fear, uncertainty, and anxiety that followed. What she didn’t realise at the time was how much this diagnosis would shape the next decade of her life, including her relationship with alcohol. What began as drinking to cope, to feel normal, silence anxious thoughts, and escape the intense hangxiety after nights out, gradually developed into a much deeper and more dangerous relationship with alcohol. Together, we talk openly about binge drinking, alcoholism, the shame that comes with losing control, and the cycle of drinking to relieve anxiety, only for alcohol to make that anxiety even worse the next day. Kate shares the Sundays she promised herself she would stop, the panic and dread that followed drinking, and how alcohol slowly took hold of her life in ways she could no longer ignore. If you have ever used alcohol to cope with anxiety, struggled with binge drinking, navigated a medical diagnosis, or questioned your relationship with alcohol, this episode will resonate deeply. Through raw stories and honest conversations with people who have rebuilt their lives, The Sober Seat explores sobriety, recovery, mental health, and what it means to rebuild a life beyond alcohol. For the high-functioning, the hidden struggles, the sober curious, the affected others, and anyone who has ever felt unseen or misunderstood. Because addiction doesn’t always look like addiction. It can look like success, a busy life, a social person, a career, or someone who simply drinks to cope. And what a sobering thought it is… that there are seats waiting for you at tables you’re yet to discover, and you’ll quickly realise they’re exactly where you belong. So pull up a chair. Come sit with us. You can find us on socials: Host | Aish IG - Aish_thesoberseat TT - Aish_thesoberseat Guest | Kate IG - @katestaceyyy TT - asoberexperiment

  4. 15 juli

    Alcohol Addiction | At 26 Doctors Told Me I Had 6 Months to Live If I Didn't Get Sober

    Holly was just 26 years old when doctors told her she had six months to live. By then, she was drinking up to three bottles of gin a day after becoming dependent on alcohol at just 22 years old. In this episode of The Sober Seat, Holly shares her raw and honest story of alcohol addiction, alcoholism, getting sober, and what it really takes to rebuild your life after addiction. What started as drinking in her early twenties quickly spiralled into 24/7 alcohol dependence, leaving Holly physically addicted to alcohol and fighting to survive daily alcohol withdrawal. She opens up about the devastating reality of severe alcoholism, being told she had just six months to live, and the long road of overcoming addiction and choosing sobriety. This episode explores what it means to live a sober lifestyle, the challenges of getting sober, navigating early sobriety, and why recovery is about so much more than simply quitting alcohol. Holly shares the highs, the lows, and what a day in the life of sobriety really looks like after surviving alcohol addiction. This is a conversation about addiction recovery, sobriety, healing, resilience, and hope. Holly's story proves addiction doesn't always look like we expect it to. Topics covered: alcohol addiction, alcoholism, alcoholic recovery, how to get sober, getting sober, sober lifestyle, sobriety journey, sobriety day in the life, day in the life sober, overcoming addiction, addiction recovery, alcohol dependence, alcohol withdrawal, sober curious, mental health, women and alcohol, high-functioning alcoholic, recovery community, sober motivation, alcohol recovery, life after addiction, and healing from alcoholism. If you've ever searched "how to get sober," wondered what life is like after alcohol addiction, or you're trying to build a healthier relationship with alcohol, this episode is for you. Whether you're an alcoholic in recovery, sober curious, celebrating your first sober day, or years into your sobriety journey, Holly's story offers honesty, hope, and reassurance that you're not alone. If you're looking for conversations about sobriety, sober living, sober lifestyle, overcoming addiction, and real recovery stories, you've found your seat. So, get comfy. Pull up a chair. Come sit with us. This is The Sober Seat. 🎧✨ New episodes every Wednesday at 8PM. Make sure you follow The Sober Seat and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Find us on socials: Host: @aish_thesoberseat Guest: @hol_dyson Alcohol Change UK - End The Delivery Trap : https://alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/end-the-delivery-trap Full Telegraph Article - I was ordering Vodka at 7am, Alcohol Delivery Services were Fueling My Alcoholism - https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/07/12/delivery-apps-made-me-alcoholic/

  5. 8 juli

    Alcohol Addiction | I Thought I Had Anxiety. It Was Withdrawal & 7am Vodka Kept Me High Functioning

    What started as social drinking gradually became morning drinking, alcohol withdrawal, and a life Amanda no longer recognised. Like so many people, she mistook the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal for anxiety, never realising how deeply addiction had taken hold. Because addiction doesn't always look like addiction. It can hide behind successful careers, loving families, busy routines, or be dismissed as stress, anxiety, or "just enjoying a drink." In this episode of The Sober Seat, Amanda shares what it's really like to live with alcohol addiction. She opens up about how alcoholism cost her everything: her home, her job, her confidence, and ultimately herself. As her world became smaller, instant alcohol delivery services made it easier than ever for addiction to thrive behind closed doors, fuelling the isolation that kept her trapped. After multiple attempts to stop drinking, Amanda reached a point where she knew she couldn't do it alone. In 2024, Change Grow Live (CGL) offered her a lifeline. Through a medically assisted alcohol detox and ongoing support, Amanda began rebuilding a life she never thought was possible. Today, Amanda leads SMART Recovery meetings at CGL, helping others take the first steps she once thought she'd never be able to make. Alcohol took everything from her, but sobriety has given her more than she ever imagined. This is an honest conversation about alcohol addiction, alcohol dependency, withdrawal, mental health, anxiety, recovery, grief, and rebuilding life after addiction. Amanda also shares why she believes urgent action is needed to tackle alcohol harm and the ease of instant alcohol delivery. Topics covered: alcohol addiction, alcohol dependency, alcohol withdrawal, alcoholism, recovery, sobriety, mental health, grief, addiction awareness, public health, Change Grow Live (CGL), SMART Recovery, alcohol delivery services, campaigning, Alcohol Change UK, End the Delivery Trap, UK alcohol policy, and alcohol harm. If you've ever wondered why someone can't "just stop drinking", or you've watched someone you love become trapped by alcohol addiction, this episode is for you. Whether you're sober, sober curious, supporting someone in recovery, or simply want to better understand alcohol dependence, this conversation offers honesty, hope, and proof that recovery is possible. So get comfy. Pull up a chair. Come sit with us. This is The Sober Seat. 🎧✨ Where to find us TikTok: @aish_thesoberseat Instagram: @aish_thesoberseat Guest: @beyond__sober Campaign: End the Delivery Trap (Alcohol Change UK) https://alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/end-the-delivery-trap Support: Change Grow Live (CGL) https://www.changegrowlive.org/about-us

  6. 1 juli

    One Year Sober | How I Survived a Cocaine and Alcohol Addiction That Was Controlling My Life

    In this episode of The Sober Seat, Alice returns, to discuss Life After Addiction, Quitting Alcohol and 1 Year on Into Sobriety. We talk about what really happens after reaching the milestone so many people in recovery work towards. Because one year sober doesn’t mean life suddenly becomes easy. Alice opens up about the reality of year two recovery — where the external chaos may have settled, but the internal work around shame, identity, and emotional healing becomes even more present. We talk about shame in addiction and recovery, including the belief of not being “bad enough” to be an alcoholic, and how that narrative can delay seeking help and deepen isolation. The conversation also explores sobriety in real life situations, particularly navigating sober weddings, hen dos, summer drinking culture, and the pressure to fit into social environments where alcohol is still central. We also explore expectations vs resentment in sobriety, and how recovery can sometimes feel very different from what you imagined in early sobriety. There is an honest and important reflection on shame connected to sexual assault, and how trauma can resurface in sobriety when alcohol is no longer being used to numb emotional pain. This is a conversation about sobriety, alcohol addiction recovery, emotional healing, trauma, and what it really means to rebuild your life after alcohol. Topics covered: one year sober, sobriety, alcohol addiction, addiction recovery, sober curious, quitting alcohol, shame in addiction, functional alcoholic, high functioning alcoholism, sober weddings, sober hen do, sober social life, drinking culture, expectations vs reality, resentment in recovery, trauma and sobriety, sexual assault and recovery, mental health, early sobriety, year two sobriety, life after alcohol. If you’ve ever reached sobriety and realised the work isn’t finished, or struggled with shame, comparison, or emotional overwhelm in recovery, this episode is for you. Because year one is survival. But year two is where you start learning how to live. So, get comfy. Pull up a chair. Come sit with us. This is The Sober Seat. New episodes every Wednesday at 8PM. Make sure you follow The Sober Seat and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Find us on socials: @aish_thesoberseat @thesoberseatpod @findingwonderland33

  7. 10 juni

    My Sister Died After Spending £1,500 A Month On Alcohol Delivery | Now Im Campaigning for Change

    Alex’s sister died after spending around £1,500 a month on alcohol deliveries. Now, she’s campaigning for change. In this episode of the Sober Seat, Alex shares the heartbreaking story of losing her sister to alcohol addiction and how easy access to home alcohol delivery became part of that devastating reality . What might sound like an isolated tragedy is anything but. Across the UK, thousands of families are affected by alcohol harm, and the rapid growth of on demand delivery has raised difficult questions about consumer safety and accountability. Alex also discusses her work with Alcohol Change UK and the organisation’s End the Delivery Trap campaign, which calls for stronger protections to reduce alcohol related harm and encourage more responsible delivery practices. This is a conversation about addiction, grief, public health, family, recovery, and advocacy, but also about turning personal loss into meaningful action. Alex’s story highlights a wider issue affecting communities across the country and why she believes change is urgently needed. Topics covered: alcohol addiction, alcohol delivery, alcoholism, grief, family loss, sobriety, recovery, addiction awareness, public health, campaigning, Alcohol Change UK, End the Delivery Trap, UK alcohol policy, and alcohol harm. If you've ever wondered why some people can't "just stop drinking", or you've watched someone you love become trapped by alcohol addiction, this episode is for you. Alex's story is heartbreaking, but it isn't rare. It shines a light on a growing issue affecting families across the UK and asks difficult questions about the role of instant alcohol delivery, public health, and the systems surrounding addiction. Whether you're sober, sober curious, supporting someone in recovery, or simply want to better understand the realities of alcohol harm, this conversation offers compassion, insight, and a powerful call for change. So, get comfy. Pull up a chair. Come sit with us. This is The Sober Seat. 🎧✨ New episodes every Wednesday at 8PM. Make sure you follow The Sober Seat and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Find us on socials: @aish_thesoberseat @thesoberseatpod END THE DELIVERY TRAP campaign -

  8. 26 maj

    Alcoholism, Drugs and Codependency| How The Swinging Scene Once Wasn't Just a Storyline

    In Part Two of this episode, Bernadette opens up about the blurred line between fiction and lived experience. What once became material for storytelling was, at one point, the reality she was surviving inside. Behind the parties, relationships and chaos was something far darker: emotional dependency, addiction, dissociation and a growing loss of self. What looked exciting from the outside slowly became survival disguised as freedom. This episode explores: • Alcohol and drug use as coping mechanisms • Codependency and toxic relationship dynamics • Dissociation and emotional numbness • The psychological link between trauma and addiction • Losing identity through survival mode • Rock bottom, treatment and the moment everything stopped feeling sustainable • Turning lived experience into storytelling, honesty and recovery Bernadette reflects on the environments she normalised, the patterns she mistook for connection, and the difficult process of separating survival from identity. Because sometimes the hardest part isn’t hitting rock bottom. It’s realising how long you called it home. This conversation sheds light on the quieter, often invisible side of addiction, the part that starts long before anyone notices there’s a problem. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from yourself, stuck in cycle of Alcoholism, Drug Addiction, Or Toxic Codependent relationships you can’t explain. Like you’ve been surviving more than living, desperate to get Sober. 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 8PM. Make sure you follow The Sober Seat and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Where to find us on Socials @aish_thesoberseat @thesoberseatpod @bernadettefrancis_

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I’m Aish, and this is The Sober Seat. A podcast changing the way addiction is viewed and recovery is talked about, because addiction doesn’t always look like addiction. By 27, I was a round-the-clock drinker, trying to fit in and navigate life with undiagnosed AuDHD, while feeling misunderstood and disconnected even in a room full of people. Through raw stories and honest conversations with people who have rebuilt their lives, this podcast explores sobriety, recovery, mental health, and what it means to rebuild a life in your 30s and beyond. For the high-functioning, the hidden struggles, the sober curious, the affected others, and anyone who has ever felt unseen or misunderstood Because recovery isn’t about becoming someone else. It’s about finally feeling comfortable being who you are. And what a sobering thought it is… that there are seats waiting for you at tables you’re yet to discover, and you’ll quickly realise they’re exactly where you belong. So pull up a chair. Come sit with us.

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