That Sober Guy Podcast

Shane Ramer
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Shane Ramer is the founder and host of That Sober Guy Podcast, a culture and performance platform examining what happens when high-performing men remove alcohol and reclaim clarity, focus, and leverage. Since launching the show in 2014, Shane has reached millions of listeners across 100+ countries by challenging conventional narratives around masculinity, success, and sobriety. His work sits at the intersection of identity, discipline, and modern performance. Shane works privately with executives, founders, athletes, and creatives who are no longer interested in numbing high performance with low-level coping tools. His approach reframes sobriety not as healing, but as optimization, removing friction so men can operate with precision in business, health, and leadership. He is also the creator of the Sober Male Index, a performance-focused data project tracking how sobriety impacts focus, productivity, income, and social dynamics in men. Shane is a husband of 20 years, a father of two, and lives his work through faith, fitness, and daily discipline.

  1. 6d ago

    Nobody Wants the Truth Anymore: We Want Better Excuses.

    In this episode, Shane takes a look at modern culture and asks why we're surrounded by more information, more convenience, and more self-improvement content than ever... yet so many people still feel stuck. From social media "experts" and AI to dopamine, distraction, and the comfort economy, we explore why real change has less to do with finding the perfect hack and more to do with doing the hard things we've been avoiding. Because maybe the biggest obstacle isn't alcohol. Maybe it's our addiction to comfort. Episode Highlights: Why everyone has advice—but few people take action The comfort trap and modern distractions How attention has become today's most valuable asset Why avoiding discomfort keeps us stuck The performance mindset that changes everything ️ If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. Aug 3

    The In-N-Out Shooting: What Would You Do?

    In this episode, Shane explores what this recent tragedy reveals about modern culture, from bystander behavior and situational awareness to the importance of being prepared, staying calm under pressure, and living with a clear mind. Why do so many people reach for their phones before helping? What does real courage look like? And how can we become the kind of people our families can count on when life takes an unexpected turn? This isn't about fear. It's about responsibility, preparedness, and building a life that's ready for whatever comes next. Episode Highlights: The Twin Falls In-N-Out shooting Why people film instead of act Situational awareness and emergency preparedness The value of sober-minded decision-making Firearm responsibility and training What high performers do differently when chaos strikes ️ If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and share it with someone who believes a clear mind could make all the difference. Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast  https://www.foxnews.com/us/idaho-in-n-out-burger-shooting-motive-mystery-armed-citizen-speaks Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. Jul 23

    We're More Connected Than Ever - So Why Is Everyone Miserable?

    Everything is faster. Everything is easier. So why does it feel like everyone is more anxious, distracted, and exhausted than ever? This week, Shane takes a look at modern culture through the lens of performance, sobriety, and a healthy dose of sarcasm. From AI coworkers and wellness gadgets to dopamine addiction and convenience culture, we explore why we're optimizing everything except the things that actually matter. Has technology made us better... or just busier? If success is easier to access than ever before, why are so many people still stuck? This episode isn't about rejecting technology, it's about asking better questions, taking back your attention, and removing the distractions that quietly keep you from becoming the person you're capable of being. Because maybe the greatest performance hack isn't another app... Maybe it's learning to live with a little more intention. Episode Highlights: Why convenience may be making us weaker AI, productivity, and the illusion of having more time The billion-dollar wellness industry vs. real health Dopamine: the new performance drug Why alcohol isn't always the problem, the distraction is How to reclaim your focus and perform at your highest level ️ If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's ready to stop optimizing everything except their own life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. Jul 16

    The Truth About Mom Wine Culture | Elisa Saunders

    What happens when you stop believing that alcohol is a requirement for connection, celebration, or success? In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane sits down with Elisa Saunders, recovery advocate, business leader, and former educator, for an honest conversation about women's drinking culture, leadership, entrepreneurship, and building a life with purpose beyond alcohol. Together, they explore the rise of "mom wine culture," why so many successful women feel pressure to drink, and how removing alcohol can improve confidence, decision making, relationships, and performance both at home and in business. Elisa also shares her personal journey from addiction to over a decade of alcohol free living, how recovery transformed her career and sense of purpose, and why serving others has become the foundation of her life. In this episode, you'll learn: • The truth about mom wine culture and why it's become so normalized • Why alcohol can quietly hold back leaders and entrepreneurs • How quitting drinking can improve confidence and decision making • The connection between purpose, service, and long term fulfillment • Why leading your family and your business is easier with a clear mind • Practical insights for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol Whether you're sober curious, alcohol free, an entrepreneur, a parent, or simply looking to become a better leader, this conversation will challenge the way you think about success, fulfillment, and alcohol's role in your life. Takeaway: If you're looking to eliminate alcohol, improve your health, sharpen your focus, and connect with growth minded men, join our free online men's community, The Victory Circle. You can also check out our 30 Day Alcohol Free Performance Challenge, designed to help you build momentum, increase energy, and perform at your highest level in every area of life. https://link.me/elisansaunders @elisansaunders on IG Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Truth About Mom Wine Culture | Elisa Saunders

  5. Jul 9

    Everyone's Exhausted... But Nobody Changes Anything

    Everyone says they're exhausted. Burned out. Overwhelmed. Stressed. But what if the problem isn't that we're doing too much... What if we're doing too much of the wrong things? Somewhere along the way, we've started wearing exhaustion like a badge of honor while wondering why we never feel our best. This isn't just another conversation about alcohol. It's about energy, discipline, performance, and becoming someone you can count on. In this episode: • Why we've turned burnout into an identity • The biggest energy leaks holding us back • How comfort may be quietly stealing our potential • Why confidence comes from keeping promises to yourself • Practical ways to reset your performance and reclaim your energy If you've been feeling stuck, tired, or like you're capable of more, this episode is for you. oin “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcas Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Jul 2

    Why Comfort Is Keeping You Stuck | Trent Williamson

    What happens when you remove alcohol and start pushing yourself physically? In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane sits down with fitness coach, host of the Discomfort Required Podcast, and longtime friend Trent Williamson for a conversation about discipline, fitness, mindset, and the life changing power of embracing discomfort. Trent is 672 days alcohol free and continues to help others build stronger bodies, stronger minds, and more resilient lives. Shane & Trent discuss the connection between alcohol, health, performance, and personal growth, why discomfort is essential for transformation, and how small daily decisions compound into extraordinary results. In this episode, you'll learn: • How fitness became a catalyst for lasting change • Why embracing discomfort leads to growth • The connection between alcohol free living and peak performance • Building discipline that lasts • Why consistency beats motivation • Practical strategies for improving your physical and mental health • How to create momentum in every area of life Whether you're looking to quit drinking, get back in shape, or simply become a stronger version of yourself, this conversation will challenge you to raise your standards and embrace the work. Takeaway: If you're a man looking to eliminate alcohol, improve your health, and connect with other growth minded men, join our free online men's community, The Victory Circle. You can also check out our 30 Day Alcohol Free Performance Challenge, designed to help you build momentum, increase energy, sharpen your focus, and perform at your highest level. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/discomfort-required/id1896084385 @rawrathletics @cf_coach_trent http://www.rawrathletics.com Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Why Comfort Is Keeping You Stuck | Trent Williamson

  7. Jun 29

    Nobody Actually Wants to Quit Drinking

    Here's a controversial thought... Maybe nobody actually wants to quit drinking. What people really want is better sleep, more energy, less anxiety, stronger relationships, sharper focus, and a life they can be proud of. In this solo episode, Shane challenges the way we think about alcohol, habits, and personal change. Why do we know exactly what we need to do, yet keep making the same choices? Why is changing a routine so much harder than dreaming about a different future? This isn't another lecture about alcohol. It's a conversation about performance, discipline, identity, and the gap between knowing and doing. In this episode: • Why most people don't have an information problem—they have an implementation problem • The hidden cost of "I'll start Monday" thinking • Why sobriety isn't the destination—it's the vehicle • The power of running a 30-day experiment instead of making a lifetime commitment • How small daily routines create extraordinary long-term results If you've been telling yourself you'll make a change "someday," this episode is your reminder that someday starts with today. If you're ready to find out what you're truly capable of, check out the 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge and start your own experiment. Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Jun 26

    Dustin Poirier Arrested, Cigarettes, and the Disease Called Addiction

    When UFC legend Dustin Poirier was arrested for public intoxication at an airport on Father's Day, the reaction was immediate: "He has a disease." But what exactly does that mean? In this solo episode, Shane dives into one of the most controversial conversations in recovery: the disease model of addiction. If addiction is a disease, is smoking a disease too? Why do we send people to rehab for alcohol and drugs, but not cigarettes? Why do some people lose control of their lives through addiction while others quit cold turkey and never look back? Drawing from personal experience, current events, and the work of addiction researcher Stanton Peele, Shane explores the tension between personal responsibility, brain science, recovery culture, and human agency. This isn't an anti-recovery episode. It's a conversation about asking better questions. In this episode: • The Dustin Poirier airport incident and what it reveals about alcohol • Is addiction really a disease? • Why nicotine may be one of the hardest addictions to quit • The difference between addiction, dependence, and choice • Insights from Stanton Peele's work on addiction and recovery • Why purpose, meaning, and personal agency matter • Can both the disease model and personal responsibility be true? Whether you're in recovery, questioning your relationship with alcohol, or simply interested in the broader conversation around addiction, this episode will challenge you to think differently. The goal isn't to prove who's right. The goal is to ask the questions most people are afraid to ask. Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Shane Ramer is the founder and host of That Sober Guy Podcast, a culture and performance platform examining what happens when high-performing men remove alcohol and reclaim clarity, focus, and leverage. Since launching the show in 2014, Shane has reached millions of listeners across 100+ countries by challenging conventional narratives around masculinity, success, and sobriety. His work sits at the intersection of identity, discipline, and modern performance. Shane works privately with executives, founders, athletes, and creatives who are no longer interested in numbing high performance with low-level coping tools. His approach reframes sobriety not as healing, but as optimization, removing friction so men can operate with precision in business, health, and leadership. He is also the creator of the Sober Male Index, a performance-focused data project tracking how sobriety impacts focus, productivity, income, and social dynamics in men. Shane is a husband of 20 years, a father of two, and lives his work through faith, fitness, and daily discipline.

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  • Creator
    Shane Ramer
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    572
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © All rights reserved by That Sober Guy Podcast
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