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Punk Rock Sober. Rawdogging Reality with Artist Tyler Ramsey

  1. 4D AGO

    Punk Rock Sober: Julie Chang on Celebrity Addiction, Justin Bieber, and Hollywood Sobriety Stories

    Entertainment reporter and adventurist Julie Chang returns to the Punk Rock Sober Podcast for a deep conversation about celebrity addiction, recovery, and the complicated relationship between fame and sobriety. Julie spent 17 years interviewing Hollywood’s biggest stars, and in this episode she shares behind-the-scenes stories about Justin Bieber, Elton John, Lana Del Rey, Ben Affleck, Snoop Dogg and more—including what she saw firsthand during their rise to fame. Host Tyler Ramsey explores the idea of “punk rock sober” — the mindset that sobriety can be rebellious, bold, and creative rather than restrictive. Julie also opens up about her own sobriety journey after surviving a brain tumor and seizures, and how her perspective on alcohol and health completely changed. Topics include: • Celebrity sobriety journeys • Why fame can fuel addiction • The psychology of recovery • Hollywood behind-the-scenes reporting • Surviving a brain tumor and redefining life • Why some celebrities stay grounded while others spiral • Sobriety as a creative advantage If you're interested in recovery, addiction psychology, celebrity culture, or inspiring comeback stories, this conversation delivers powerful insight and plenty of laughs. #PunkRockSober #SobrietyJourney #JulieChang #AddictionRecovery #CelebrityAddiction #SoberLifestyle #JustinBieber #HollywoodStories #RecoveryPodcast #MentalHealthAwareness #CelebrityInterviews #SoberPodcast

    1h 13m

  2. FEB 23

    "I Was So Ashamed," John Henson about Sobriety, Stand-Up, and Surviving Hollywood | PRS

    John Henson — Host of Food Network's Halloween Baking Championship, E!'s Talk Soup, and ABC's Wipeout — joins Tyler Ramsey for a raw and powerful conversation about sobriety, stand-up comedy, and rebuilding a life after addiction.With 9+ years sober, John shares:What finally brought him to his kneesThe moment he stopped lying about his sobriety timeWhy “acceptance is the answer”The truth about making amendsWorking the 12 Steps the hard way (no shortcuts)Why surrender changed everythingFrom grinding in 90s New York comedy clubs alongside Louis C.K., Ray Romano, Sarah Silverman, and Dave Chappelle to becoming the “Bull Durham of basic cable,” John reflects on career, ego, and what really matters.If you're struggling with addiction, working a recovery program, or just trying to live with more peace — this episode is real medicine.🎙 Punk Rock Sober Podcast — Raw Dogging Reality00:00 – Raw Dogging Reality01:15 – John Henson’s Stand-Up Origins (Boston → NYC)06:45 – The 90s Comedy Boom (Rogan, Louis C.K., Chappelle Era)12:50 – Grinding for $20 a Set in New York18:20 – Landing TalkSoup25:40 – The Brutal Pace of Daily Television33:15 – 9 Years Sober: How It Changed Everything41:00 – Making Amends & Facing Shame52:45 – Why Acceptance Is the Answer1:03:10 – The Truth About Relapse & Honesty1:12:30 – Surrender, Ego & Social Media Chaos1:22:00 – Celebrity Culture & Letting Go of Opinions1:32:10 – The Real Work of Recovery1:46:15 – What Sobriety Gave Him#sobriety #addictionrecovery #johnhenson #recoverypodcast #standupcomedy

    1h 8m

  3. FEB 16

    Mary Alice Haney: When Creativity Replaced Adderall | Punk Rock Sober

    What happens when creativity replaces substances?On this episode of Painful Lessons Podcast: Punk Rock Sober, Tyler Ramsey sits down with fashion designer, artist, and podcast host Mary Alice Haney for a raw, thoughtful conversation about sobriety, ADHD, creativity, and purpose.Mary Alice opens up about her journey from high-pressure fashion and red-carpet success to discovering that creativity—not Adderall—was the real solution all along. Together, they explore sober curiosity, addiction genetics, parenting with honesty, and why telling the truth to yourself is the foundation of recovery.This episode isn’t just about quitting substances—it’s about building a life that no longer needs them.🎙 Topics include:• ADHD & creativity• Adderall, recovery, and dependency cycles• Sober curious living• Parenting with honesty• Fashion industry burnout• Finding purpose after addiction⬇️ Chapters below ⬇️If this conversation resonates, please like, subscribe, and share with someone who might need it.🔹 YOUTUBE CHAPTERS (Optimized)00:00 – Intro: Purpose Beyond Recovery01:02 – Mary Alice Haney’s Many Lives04:30 – Art, Fashion & ADHD06:20 – “The Painting Was the Adderall”07:45 – Sober Curious vs. Sobriety09:25 – Losing the Ability to Be Honest With Yourself11:10 – Addiction, Genetics & Family Patterns14:25 – Quieting the Inner Saboteur16:40 – Fear, Success & Taking the Swing19:35 – Fashion Industry Pressure & Burnout23:15 – Addiction & Achievement Dopamine26:30 – Parenting Through Recovery30:20 – Honesty With Kids About Addiction33:00 – Divorce, Co-Parenting & Emotional Maturity37:15 – Alcohol, Aging & Moderation40:35 – Creative Purpose Over Substances02:02:15 – Punk Rock as a Way of Life

    1h 3m

  4. FEB 2

    Armie Hammer on Fame, Sobriety & Why He’s Happier Now

    This special episode of Punk Rock Sober was recorded in September 2025 at Armie Hammer’s studio—before he made the decision to step away from podcasting.Host Tyler Ramsey sits down with Armie Hammer for a wide-ranging, candid conversation about sobriety, identity, comparison, ego, creativity, spirituality, and what it actually means to rebuild a life from the inside out.They explore:• Living sober in environments built around excess• Fame, success, and the illusion of “where life should be”• Why comparison is the fastest way to lose joy• Burning Man, humility, and showing up without substances• Spiritual curiosity, prayer, psychedelics, and meaning• Creative fulfillment beyond external validation• Letting go of the version of yourself you thought you were supposed to becomeThis isn’t a comeback interview.It’s an honest snapshot of a man choosing clarity, accountability, and peace—without pretense.🎧 Punk Rock Sober is about raw conversations, personal responsibility, and finding your footing in reality—no numbing, no shortcuts.Recorded September 2025.Released now, exactly as it was.⏱️ YouTube Chapters (Optimized for Retention)00:00 – Punk Rock Sober: Raw Dogging Reality01:20 – Podcast Recognition & Ego Check03:10 – Fame, Humility & Being Seen06:20 – Burning Man, Sobriety & Perspective09:30 – Money, Status & Flying Coach on Purpose13:00 – Being Fully Present Without Substances15:55 – Comparison Is the Thief of Joy18:35 – Imagining the Life That Never Happened22:20 – Technology, AI & Modern Distraction28:55 – Fame, Presence & What Real Power Looks Like33:20 – Humor, Intent & Cultural Missteps39:30 – Drugs, Curiosity & Losing the Fun40:30 – Psychedelics vs. Escapism43:10 – Spirituality Without Performance45:20 – Talking to God Like a Friend49:50 – Hollywood, Auditions & Letting Go55:40 – Creativity, Friendship & What Matters Now

    1h 7m

  5. JAN 19

    Jay Mohr on Addiction, Adderall & Why Sobriety Finally Worked | Punk Rock Sober

    Comedian, actor, and podcaster Jay Mohr joins Painful Lessons: Punk Rock Sober for a raw, hilarious, and deeply honest conversation about addiction, Adderall abuse, recovery, and what finally made sobriety stick.Jay opens up about nearly losing everything, how Adderall became his most destructive addiction, why he’s outspoken about recovery but protective of anonymity, and how comedy both helped and complicated his sobriety. From intervention stories involving Wu-Tang Clan to why sobriety gave him a life he actually loves, this episode is equal parts funny, uncomfortable, and inspiring.This is a must-watch conversation for anyone struggling with addiction, questioning sobriety, or curious how recovery actually works when you stop pretending.Topics include:• Adderall addiction and stimulant abuse• Why sobriety didn’t work—until it did• Comedy, ego, and recovery• Anonymity, AA, and public honesty• Intervention stories & rock bottom moments• Why life is better sober—even for comedians00:00 – Punk Rock Sober intro01:05 – Jay Mohr’s first thoughts on sobriety & being “out loud”04:45 – Anonymity vs public recovery (and why it matters)08:30 – “It always works if you work it” – recovery myths12:10 – The Wu-Tang Clan intervention story17:40 – Adderall: the addiction that almost killed everything24:20 – Why stimulants are harder to quit than people admit30:05 – How addiction hijacks confidence and decision-making36:15 – Fear, panic, and control after getting sober42:50 – Comedy, ego, and learning to shut up48:10 – Why sobriety made life genuinely better53:40 – Being happy in the morning (for real)58:10 – Gratitude, family, and staying sober long-termjay mohr sobrietyjay mohr addictionpunk rock sober podcastcomedian recovery podcastSecondary / Long-tail:adderall addiction recoverycelebrities in recoverycomedians talking about addictionsubstance abuse podcaststimulant addiction storiesalcohol recovery podcast#JayMohr#PunkRockSober#PainfulLessonsPodcast#AddictionRecovery#SobrietyJourney#AdderallAddiction#ComediansInRecovery#RecoveryPodcast#SoberLife

    1h 5m

  6. JAN 5

    Jack Osbourne on Long-Term Sobriety, MS, Fatherhood & Life After Ozzy | Punk Rock Sober

    What does long-term sobriety actually look like when life gets harder—not easier?In this powerful episode of Painful Lessons: Punk Rock Sober, host Tyler Ramsey sits down with Jack Osbourne—entrepreneur, podcaster, father of five, and son of Ozzy Osbourne—for a deeply honest conversation about recovery, trauma, masculinity, and resilience.Jack opens up about:Living 20+ years sober through grief, illness, and pressureBeing diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and staying groundedThe real work required after long-term sobrietyFatherhood, male friendships, and emotional honestyWhy recovery isn’t about pink clouds—but surviving the hard yearsThis episode goes far beyond celebrity sobriety stories. It’s a raw, grounded discussion about mental health, addiction recovery, masculinity, and personal accountability—from someone who’s lived it.If you’re sober, curious about recovery, or navigating life without numbing out—this one hits deep.🎧 Subscribe for more real conversations on sobriety, trauma, and transformation.00:00 – Punk Rock Sober BeginsMeeting Jack Osbourne & rock-and-roll legacy03:45 – Growing Up With Ozzy OsbourneFame, chaos, and early exposure07:30 – Losing Ozzy & What Came AfterGrief, perspective, and legacy12:40 – 20+ Years SoberWhy sobriety doesn’t “fix everything”17:50 – Multiple Sclerosis DiagnosisStaying sober through chronic illness21:40 – The Hardest Years of SobrietyWhy long-term recovery gets overlooked25:30 – Trauma, Addiction & Emotional AvoidanceWhat addiction is really masking30:45 – Brotherhood, Men’s Groups & ConnectionWhy men need each other more than ever36:10 – Fatherhood & Breaking CyclesRaising kids without numbing out41:50 – What Recovery Actually RequiresSurrender, humility, and ongoing work48:30 – Final Thoughts: Staying PresentWhy sobriety is worth it—even when it’s hard#JackOsbourne#PunkRockSober#PainfulLessonsPodcast#SobrietyJourney#LongTermSobriety#AddictionRecovery#MensMentalHealth#RecoveryPodcast#SoberLife#MentalHealthAwareness#SobrietyCommunity#LifeAfterAddiction

    1h 22m
  7. Andrew Huberman Gets Real With Tyler's 9-Year-Old Son

    12/15/2025

    Andrew Huberman Gets Real With Tyler's 9-Year-Old Son

    What happens when neuroscience, sobriety, faith, and fatherhood collide?In this powerful and unexpected episode of Punk Rock Sober, scientist and top-charting podcaster Andrew Huberman joins host Tyler Ramsey—alongside Tyler’s 9-year-old son River—for one of the most honest conversations you’ll hear about addiction, gratitude, fear, and what it really means to live a meaningful life.Andrew opens up about:The neuroscience of addiction and recoveryWhy gratitude literally rewires the brainThe hidden dangers of stimulant abuseFear, shame, and the psychology behind self-destructive behaviorRaising emotionally resilient kids in a hyper-stimulated worldWhy sobriety can be the most punk rock choice of allThis episode is raw, funny, deeply human—and unlike any conversation Andrew Huberman has ever had publicly.Whether you’re sober, sober-curious, struggling, or raising kids in a chaotic world, this conversation offers insight, hope, and practical wisdom grounded in science and lived experience.🎧 Subscribe for more conversations about sobriety, mental health, resilience, and radical honesty.

    2h 24m

  8. 12/08/2025

    Malik Pointer: Growing Up Famous, Surviving Addiction & Finding Sobriety

    Growing up surrounded by The Pointer Sisters, The Temptations, Prince, and rock-and-roll excess, Malik Pointer lived a life most people only hear whispered about. In this raw and unfiltered episode of Painful Lessons Podcast: Punk Rock Sober, Malik opens up about childhood addiction, music royalty, extreme trauma, growing up in Sausalito and Marin’s bohemian chaos, witnessing the dark side of fame, and how sobriety finally saved his life.From freebasing at 12 to hanging backstage with legends… to trauma within the Black Panther movement… to navigating privilege, identity, and generational addiction — Malik’s story is one of the most shocking, heartfelt, and beautifully human conversations we’ve ever recorded.If you’re interested in stories about recovery, music history, addiction, fame, or the raw unfiltered truth, this is an episode you won’t forget.Subscribe for more Painful Lessons with people who have lived real lives and found their way back.

    1h 16m
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Punk Rock Sober. Rawdogging Reality with Artist Tyler Ramsey

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  • Creator
    Tyler Ramsey
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    64
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tyler Ramsey
  • Show Website
    PUNK ROCK SOBER

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