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Rock Bottom With Ryan
After 18 years of drinking, countless blackouts, arrests, and hospital stays, I finally hit my bottom—and started to climb. This podcast is about what it really looks like to get sober. No sugarcoating. No step-by-step manual. Just honest conversations about addiction, recovery, relapse, and everything in between. If you’ve struggled, if someone you love is struggling, or if you just want to understand the chaos behind the bottle—this is for you. Let’s talk about what happens after rock bottom.
Episodes
- Rock Bottom With Ryan
150: Amber - Relationships and Codependency
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Ryan and co-host Rachel Sereni welcome back guest Amber, who shares her sobriety dates (11 years alcohol-free and…
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149: Jude - From Addiction to Empowerment
On Rock Bottom with Ryan, guest Jude Hunkar—originally from Hungary and now in the UK—shares how early drinking at boarding school became tied to belonging…
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148: Carolina - A Happier Life
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Carolina shares her recovery story: a first-generation American Latina with a sober date of 2/18/2021 whose substance…
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147: Addicted - Sadie's Comeback Story
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Sadie shares her recovery story: clean since November 21, 2019, originally from Georgia and now in North Carolina…
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146: Matthew - The Sober Life
Ryan interviews Matthew, a UK-based psychotherapist and co-founder of Sober Life, about his progression from drinking and early substance use at 13–14 to…
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145: Chaotic Stability - Another Quick Sip!
Ryan and Rachel discuss how chaos can persist in sobriety through overbooking, restlessness, and chasing dopamine, and how peace and stability can feel…
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144: Denny LaVé - A Story of Leadership and Faith
On Rock Bottom with Ryan, Ryan and co-host Rachel Sereni interview Denny LaVé, a Montana-born Idaho entrepreneur and political candidate, about a childhood…
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143: Heartfelt Healing - Sonia's Story
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Ryan interviews Sonia, a licensed psychotherapist and first-generation Mexican American from Pomona, California…
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142: Jordan - From Addiction to Accountability
On this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Jordan from the Los Angeles area shares his sobriety date (July 27, 2025) and describes years of alcohol-fueled…
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141: Embracing Recovery - From Chaos to Clarity (Tom's Story)
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Ryan interviews his cousin Tom Donahoe, who shares his sobriety date (July 1, 2024), his progression from alcohol and…
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140: They Took Her Freedom, Not Her Future - Celeste's Story
In this powerful interview, a survivor shares her journey through childhood neglect, addiction, trafficking, and her path to recovery. Her story highlights the…
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139: Sober, Centered, and Strong - Wendy's Comeback
Wendy Grijalva shares her powerful journey through childhood trauma, addiction, recovery, and finding purpose. This episode offers insights into the…
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138: Grief and People Pleasing (Another Quick Sip with Ryan and Rachel)
Ryan and Rachel discuss grief and loss in addiction and sobriety, prompted by Rachel learning via social media that a former friend from her bar days has died…
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137: Krista - The Sober Barbie
In this heartfelt interview, Sober Barbie Krista shares her journey from childhood in Hilton Head Island to her struggles with alcohol and drugs, her arrest…
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136: The Spectrum of Addiction - Understanding and Overcoming
In this in-depth interview, Christopher shares his personal journey through addiction, his experiences with alcohol and drugs from a young age, and how he…
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135: Sober Is The New Cool!
Kim shares her inspiring journey of sobriety, driven by her son's epilepsy diagnosis, and how she turned her experience into a movement with 'Sober is the New…
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134: Rising From the Wreckage - Marley's Fight for Sobriety
Marley's inspiring journey from a tumultuous childhood and addiction to sobriety and healing. She shares her experiences with childhood trauma, manipulation…
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133: Allie Clark - Sober Dream Team
In this in-depth interview, Ali Clark shares her powerful journey of overcoming addiction, trauma, and narcissistic abuse. Discover her insights on the…
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132: Sobriety and Stress: How to Cope (RR Series)
In this candid episode, Ryan and Rachel explore themes of sobriety, mental health, isolation, and personal growth. They share personal stories about grief…
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131: Uncorked and Unstoppable - Katie's Journey to Fitness and Freedom
In this heartfelt interview, Katie shares her journey from early drinking habits to sobriety, highlighting the social and emotional factors that influenced her…
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130: Heidi - Celebrating Recovery
Heidi shares her inspiring journey from active addiction to sobriety, highlighting the challenges, relapses, and the importance of community support in…
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129: Amanda Crossley - Worthy (From Dr. Phil and Soft White Underbelly)
In this heartfelt interview, Amanda Crossley (once an addict who was hosted on Dr. Phil, Soft White Underbelly, and Hope-A-Holics) shares her inspiring journey…
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128: Michael - Multifaceted Monster
This episode features an in-depth conversation with Michael, who shares his journey from childhood trauma, mental health struggles, and substance abuse to…
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127: Will - True Willpower
In this inspiring interview, Will McLaughlin shares his journey from early childhood, through struggles with alcohol and drugs, to achieving five years of…
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126: Britt - Self-Destruction to Self-Worth
In this powerful episode, Ryan and Rachel sit down with Britt to talk about a journey marked by pain, resilience, and transformation. Britt opens up about her…
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125: Chris - The Weight of Addiction
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Chris Hobden shares his powerful journey through addiction, loss, and recovery. Growing up in a family plagued by…
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124: Erika - Cheetah Rising
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, host Ryan and co-host Rachel interview Erica Calhoun, a women's alcohol freedom coach. Erica shares her journey…
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123: Jes - Rise and Shine
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Jes Landau shares her journey from a life intertwined with alcohol in the wine industry to embracing sobriety and…
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122: Sober Success with Andrew Clarkin
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Andrew shares his journey through addiction, detailing his experiences with alcohol and cocaine, the impact of his…
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121: The Way Out with Charlie
In this episode, Charlie LeVoir shares his profound journey through addiction and recovery, detailing the impact of childhood trauma on his coping mechanisms…
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120: Adventure is the New Addiction - Greg
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Greg shares his powerful journey through addiction, detailing his early life, the progression of his drinking, and…
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119: Nick - Choosing Sobriety, Choosing Family
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Nick Heitmann shares his journey through addiction, detailing his early experiences with alcohol, the impact of…
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118: Theresa - Love and Laughter
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Theresa shares her inspiring journey of recovery from addiction. She discusses her early life, family dynamics, and…
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117: We Drank How Much? (Ryan and Rachel)
Join Ryan and Rachel as they share their personal journeys through recovery, discuss the challenges of sobriety, and reflect on the importance of community and…
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116: Alex - The Sober Coach
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alex, a man whose life once spiraled deep into drug addiction and chaos. After surviving a terrifying experience of…
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115: Mean Mugging Through Sobriety: - Jimmy
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, James Garcia shares his profound journey of recovery from addiction, detailing his experiences with cocaine and…
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114: Ending The Stigma - Brezz
In this episode, Brez Hall shares his profound journey through addiction, childhood trauma, and eventual recovery. He discusses the impact of his father's…
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113: The Sober Dad - Nick
In this episode, Nick Rosalis shares his journey of recovery from alcohol and substance abuse, detailing his early experiences with alcohol, the impact of…
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112: Birthday Cake - A Story About Addiction - Jeremy
In this episode, Jeremy shares his powerful journey of recovery from alcoholism and addiction. He discusses his early experiences with alcohol, the impact of…
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111: Julian 2.0: Recovery, Growth, and Parenting
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Julian the Hope Dealer shares his journey of recovery and the profound changes in his life since becoming a father…
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110: The Alcoholic Brain - With Elizabeth and Stephanie
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, hosts Ryan, Stephanie, and Elizabeth delve into the complex world of addiction, exploring its neurological impacts…
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109: The Peak of Possibility (Rachel's Recovery Room)
In this episode of Rachel's Recovery Room, Glynis Franz shares her powerful journey from addiction to recovery. She discusses her early life in Massachusetts…
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108: The Detox Diaries - Mitch
In this episode of "Rock Bottom with Ryan," host Ryan interviews Mitch, a fellow sober individual, who shares his journey through addiction and recovery. Mitch…
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107: Phoenix Rising (From the Ashes): Stephanie
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, host Ryan interviews Stephanie Watterson, who shares her profound journey through addiction and recovery. Stephanie…
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106: Retired Party Girl - Kayla
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Kayla shares her journey through addiction, recovery, and the impact of her childhood experiences on her life. She…
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105: The Sister I Lost Too Soon 333 EXCLUSIVE
In this heartfelt episode, Ryan shares the story of his sister Devin, who tragically passed away due to a fentanyl overdose. He reflects on their close…
- Rock Bottom With Ryan
s3e33: The Sister I Lost Too Soon
In this heartfelt episode, Ryan shares the story of his sister Devin, who tragically passed away due to a fentanyl overdose. He reflects on their close…
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104: Skyler - Cruisin' Through Sobriety
In this episode, Skyler Lange shares his journey of recovery from addiction, detailing his early influences, family dynamics, and the turning point that led…
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103: Keelie: The Sober Hype Girl
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Keelie shares her personal journey of recovery from alcohol addiction, discussing the impact of ADHD on her drinking…
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102: Hole in The Soul - Suzie
In this episode, Suzie shares her journey through addiction, detailing her childhood experiences, the struggles of alcoholism, and the transformative moments…
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101: Feeding The Soul: Arlene (Food Addiction)
In this episode of "Rock Bottom with Ryan," host Ryan engages in a heartfelt conversation with Arlene Piper-Allen, who shares her journey through food…
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100: Delivering Change: Holly
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Holly Savannah Hansen shares her powerful journey from childhood trauma and early exposure to alcohol to her…
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99: Chaos, Clothing, and the Cost of the Bottle
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan and Rachel, the hosts delve into the complexities of sobriety, the chaos that often accompanies recovery, and the…
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98: Elevate by Ben
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Ben shares his journey of sobriety, reflecting on the challenges and realizations that led him to quit drinking. He…
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97: Stay Stopped - Jackson
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, the conversation delves into the personal journey of addiction and recovery. Jackson shares his experiences from…
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96: Sandra - Recovery Hour
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Sandra Losty shares her profound journey through addiction and recovery. From her early experiences with alcohol at…
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95: From Panic to Peace - Jessica (Rachel's Recovery Room)
In this episode of Rachel's Recovery Room, Jessica Nolan shares her journey through addiction, anxiety, and ultimately, her path to sobriety. She discusses her…
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94: My Last Relapse - Matt
In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Matt shares his harrowing journey through addiction, crime, and recovery. From his early life in a religious…
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93: Matthew: PTSD - Profit Turning Scars into Direction
In this episode, Matthew, known as the Profits Prophet, shares his journey from a traumatic childhood marked by abuse to a successful career in sales and…
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92: Another Shot at Life! (Adriana Returns)
In this episode, the hosts discuss their journeys of sobriety, emotional stability, and the impact of social media on their recovery. Adriana shares her…