Sober Spill

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Blending real conversations, humor, and expert insight to support people in recovery, families, and those looking for inspiration. Powered by Mountainside. Reach out with comments or inquiries at mountainsidepodcast@mountainside.com

  1. 4D AGO

    The Dark Side of Loving Animals for a Living — Hospice Vet Dr. Leah | Sober Spill Ep.54

    In this episode of Sober Spill, Jana speaks with Dr. Leah, a veterinarian specializing in hospice care, as she shares the unseen struggles and mental health crisis inside veterinary medicine. From burnout and grief to substance use and suicide risk, Dr. Leah reveals the behind-the-scenes emotional toll of caring for animals and their families. She also explores how pets can both support and complicate addiction recovery. This episode is honest, intense, and challenges how we think about both caregiving and addiction. #SoberSpill #SoberSpillPodcast #VeterinaryCare #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthPodcast For more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/ This is a safe, supportive space for individuals and families to reconnect, communicate more effectively, and begin healing together. Visit www.mountainside.com/treatment/programs/family-services/ Build routine, stay confident in your recovery and maintain peace of mind with our Sober Monitoring program. Visit www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/client-support-services/

    49 min

  2. APR 30

    Dry Humor's CJ Changing Drinking Culture One Bottle at a Time | Sober Spill Ep.53

    In this episode of Sober Spill, Isabel sits down with CJ, founder of Dry Humor Bottle Shop, for a candid and emotionally layered conversation on growing up in a family impacted by alcoholism and how that experience shaped her own relationship with drinking. CJ opens up about navigating grief after losing her brother to addiction, the blurred lines of high-functioning alcohol use, and the moment she realized it was time to stop. She also dives into the rise of the sober-curious movement, the power of non-alcoholic alternatives, and why recovery today isn’t one-size-fits-all. If you’re questioning your drinking, exploring sobriety, or interested in modern approaches to recovery, this episode will change how you think about living alcohol-free. #SoberSpill #DryHumorBottleShop #DryHumor #SoberCurious #SoberPodcast #SoberSpillPodcast #Addiction #MentalHealth To learn more about CJ, check out her website, https://dryhumor-shop.com/ and her Instagram @dry_humorbottle_shop For more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/ Get connected with a mentor, spiritual guide and support system to help you adjust to a new sober life. Visit https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/programs/recovery-coaching/ Stay connected to the community that supports your recovery. Visit https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/alumni-services/

    37 min

  3. APR 23

    "Disability and Addiction Are More Connected Than You Think” Clinician Sarah Gets Honest | Sober Spill Ep.52

    In this episode of Sober Spill, Jana sits down with Sarah (a licensed mental health counselor and certified rehabilitation counselor at Mountainside) to discuss disability, identity, mental health, and addiction recovery. Sarah shares her experience growing up as a little person and how stigma, bullying, and feeling different shaped her understanding of self-worth and mental health. Jana and Sarah explore the connection between disability and substance use, including how shame, isolation, and lack of representation can impact recovery. This episode offers valuable insight, professional perspective, and a deeper look into the realities of recovery. #SoberSpillPodcast #MentalHealthPodcast #SoberPodcast #DisabilityAwareness #SubstanceAbuse #DisabilityInclusion For more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/ The alumni team is here to provide support when you are struggling. Visit https://www.mountainside.com/contact/holiday-support This is a safe, supportive space for individuals and families to reconnect, communicate more effectively, and begin healing together. Visit https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/programs/family-services/

    46 min

  4. APR 16

    Ask Erin: Surviving Heroin, Hidden Relapses & Cancer | Sober Spill Ep.51

    In this episode of Sober Spill, Isabel sits down with Erin Khar, author of Strung Out and founder of advice column "Ask Erin", to talk about how addiction can begin long before anyone realizes it. Erin opens up about hiding a $1,000-a-day heroin habit from her family and fiancé, what it was like to overdose with no Narcan, secretly relapse while collecting sobriety milestones, and how harm reduction saved her life before she could save herself. Erin also gets candid about her recent diagnosis and navigating suicidal ideation while raising children. A deeply human conversation about survival, shame, and what recovery really looks like when nobody's watching. #SoberSpillPodcast #MentalHealthPodcast #StrungOut #SoberPodcast #AddictionRecovery #ErinKhar #RecoveryPodcast To learn more about Erin and her book, check out her website, erinkhar.com and her instagram @erinkhar For more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/ Stay connected, stay grounded – explore our support groups at www.mountainside.com/resources/support-groups/ Build routine, stay confident in your recovery and maintain peace of mind with our Sober Monitoring program at www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/client-support-services/

    57 min

  5. APR 9

    Columbia Psychiatrist Dr. Nunes: The Neuroscience of Why You Can't Stop | Sober Spill Ep.50

    In this episode of Sober Spill, Jana Wu sits down with Dr. Nunes, a Columbia-trained psychiatrist with decades on the front lines of addiction medicine, for an intellectually expansive conversation. Dr Nunes breaks down the science of how our brains respond to substances and why some people are wired to become addicted while others aren't – and what the next generation of addiction treatment could look like. If you're a clincian, someone in recovery, or just fascinated by how the brain works, this episode will change the way you think about addiction medicine.#SoberSpillPodcast #MentalHealthPodcast #AddictionMedicine #SoberPodcast #AddictionRecovery #GLP1 #RecoveryPodcast For more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/ Mountainside is here to help families and loved ones navigate critical moments with clarity and care at https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/client-support-services/ Families heal together – explore our Family Wellness services at https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/family-wellness/

    1h 25m

  6. APR 2

    Hidden in Plain Sight – The Neese Twins Expose America's Kratom Crisis | Sober Spill Ep.49

    In this episode of Sober Spill, Jana Wu sits down with filmmakers Jamie and Jason Neese, the creators behind the powerful documentary Kratom: Side Effects May Include. Known for their work on major projects like The Umbrella Academy and Dear White People, the Neese brothers explore the world of addiction and uncover the realities of kratom and how this widely available substance is impacting individuals, families, and communities across the country. The Neese brothers share what they learned from victims’ families, advocates, and insiders. This episode highlights the risks, the controversy, and the urgent need for awareness around substances that are often misunderstood. #SoberSpillPodcast #KratomRecovery #KratomAddiction #SoberPodcast #Addiction Recovery To learn more about Jamie and Jason Neese, or their film work, visit Jason's Instagram @vonngilmore or Jamie's @twinanator For more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/ Explore personalized workshops for families seeking guidance and support at https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/programs/family-services/family-foundations-workshop/ Early recovery can feel more manageable with someone by your side to offer support, whether at home, at events or traveling at https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/client-support-services/

    44 min

  7. MAR 26

    Kratom Stole 8 Years of His Life. Here's How Jarred Got It Back. | Sober Spill Ep.48

    What does it feel like to be addicted to something most people have never heard of — and feel too ashamed to even talk about it? In this raw and deeply personal episode of Sober Spill, Jana Wu sits down with Jarred, a kratom recovery advocate who spent eight years addicted to kratom powder. Jarred takes us through taking a "focus supplement" to the years of denial as his body slowly broke down. He shares how a Facebook group, an online recovery meeting, and Mountainside's kratom support community became the lifeline that saved him. Now nearly two years sober from kratom, cannabis, alcohol and more, Jarred is giving back and helping hundreds of others navigate one of the most isolating and misunderstood addictions of our time. This is a conversation about shame, community, resilience, and what real recovery actually looks like. #SoberSpillPodcast #KratomRecovery #KratomAddiction #SoberPodcast #Addiction Recovery For more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/ Families heal together — explore our Family Wellness services at https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/family-wellness/ Get connected with a mentor, spiritual guide and support system to hello you adjust to a new sober life at https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/programs/recovery-coaching/

    46 min

  8. MAR 19

    The Pietrosimone Sisters' Addiction Story that Ended in Federal Court | Sober Spill EP 47

    In this episode of Sober Spill, Isabel speaks with the Pietrosimone sisters, Kelly and Jamie, as they share their shocking story of “Operation Big Blow.” The sisters reveal how their lives spiraled experimenting with drugs, opioid addiction, and arrests leading to involvement in a federal drug investigation. Kelly and Jamie reveal the moments they wish they could take back, facing federal charges tied to drugs, and the turning point that led them to rebuild their lives in sobriety and helping others find recovery. This episode is honest, shocking, and proof that the darkest chapters can lead to something powerful. Learn more about the Pietrosimone sisters on Instagram, Kelly @itskellypietro and Jamie @shamone116. For our host, Isabel, follow @stopisabel_ For more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/ Stay connected, stay grounded — explore our support groups at https://www.mountainside.com/resources/support-groups/ Mountainside is here to help families and loves ones navigate critical moments with clarity and care at https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/client-support-services/

    58 min
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Blending real conversations, humor, and expert insight to support people in recovery, families, and those looking for inspiration. Powered by Mountainside. Reach out with comments or inquiries at mountainsidepodcast@mountainside.com

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  • Creator
    Mountainside
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Mountainside
  • Show Website
    Sober Spill

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