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The Sober Sense Podcast

Welcome to the The Sober Sense Podcast - doing our best to make sense of sobriety, mental health, and addiction recovery. We share personal stories, motivation, and insight for anyone walking the path of sober living or simply exploring what a healthier life can look like.


Whether you're active in recovery, sober curious, or looking for personal growth content around mental health, emotional wellness, and spirituality, you've come to the right place.


This podcast is presented ad-free by the Rule 62 Foundation, a nonprofit that empowers people in addiction recovery to build happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives through sober living scholarships, recovery guidance, and sober social events.


If you're struggling with addiction, know someone who is, or want to support the cause, visit  www.R62foundation.org  to learn more. 

Health Personal Growth Spirituality Self-Improvement Health & Fitness Wellness Mental Health Self-Help Education Religion & Spirituality
Update frequency
every 23 days
Average duration
42 minutes
Episodes
45
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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Recovery Success Factors

Recovery Success Factors

Each person's recovery journey is unique. What works for some people may not work for others, and there's no character profile to predict who will stick with it and who won't. 

However, those who achi…

01:01:27  |   Mon 15 Sep 2025
Paying It Forward

Paying It Forward

In recovery, many of us want to pay it forward by supporting others along their journeys. But, what can we do and where do we start? 

We're joined by our good friend, Lou Duilen, who went from being a…

00:52:03  |   Mon 18 Aug 2025
Getting Back to Work: Finding stability, structure, and purpose after treatment

Getting Back to Work: Finding stability, structure, and purpose after treatment

After leaving treatment, finding a job is an important step toward rebuilding our lives. But it can feel overwhelming, there are barriers to overcome, and moving too fast can be risky.

In this episode…

00:42:26  |   Mon 30 Jun 2025
Relapse Prevention: Tips That Helped Us Stay Sober

Relapse Prevention: Tips That Helped Us Stay Sober

Relapse is a common experience in addiction recovery. But that doesn't mean it's inevitable. In this episode, the guys open up about their early recovery experiences, triggers they tried to avoid, an…

00:52:39  |   Fri 13 Jun 2025
Lake Powell 2024

Lake Powell 2024

Coming to you live from our 2024 Lake Powell Sober Adventure, the guys discuss the power and importance of creating memorable experiences and finding happiness in recovery.

Each episode of The Sober S…

00:24:38  |   Mon 28 Oct 2024
Todd's Sweet 16

Todd's Sweet 16

Celebrating 16 years of sobriety, Todd shares some lessons, advice, and wisdom based on his experiences over that time.

Upcoming Event: Time is running out to sign up for our FREE sober adventure at L…

00:57:07  |   Mon 23 Sep 2024
Crisis of Faith

Crisis of Faith

Having belief, faith, and trust in a higher power isn't a linear path. Like anything else in life, there can be highs and lows. 

In this episode, Brent shares about having a "crisis of faith" and asks…

00:51:25  |   Mon 08 Jul 2024
Gaining Freedom

Gaining Freedom

"I had a new freedom today, the freedom to be me. I have the freedom to be the best me I have ever been."

In this episode, the guys discuss how sobriety gave them the freedom to pursue a life beyond t…

00:35:45  |   Mon 27 May 2024
Change & Growth

Change & Growth

Change is part of life and growth... but it's not easy.

The guys discuss navigating change in early recovery, getting a sponsor, and how acceptance is a key factor in spiritual growth. 

Each episode of…

00:41:01  |   Mon 15 Apr 2024
Ego and Self-Will

Ego and Self-Will

After reading the daily reflection for March 3, 2024, the guys discuss how ego and self-will fed their addiction and delusion. On the flip side, being of service was the path to self-esteem and healt…

00:41:46  |   Mon 04 Mar 2024
Holiday Advice

Holiday Advice

We asked ChatGPT for tips on how to stay sober during the holidays. In this episode, the guys go through the list and share their own advice on how to navigate this often difficult time of year.

Each …

00:43:51  |   Mon 20 Nov 2023
Lessons Learned at Lake Powell

Lessons Learned at Lake Powell

Part of the Rule 62 Foundation's mission is to cultivate a sober community and host sober social events. But it's about more than having fun and letting loose. It's about growing as individuals, gain…

00:42:19  |   Mon 16 Oct 2023
Lou's Story

Lou's Story

In this special episode, we're joined by Lou - our good friend and fellow Rule 62 Foundation board member. Hear Lou's addiction recovery story which took him from nightly blackouts to running his fam…

00:50:10  |   Mon 07 Aug 2023
Family Impact

Family Impact

Throughout our addiction and recovery journeys, our families have their own thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Many of which never come to light unless we are proactive in asking about them.

In this…

00:36:59  |   Mon 10 Jul 2023
Meeting Makers

Meeting Makers

As the saying goes, "Meeting makers make it."

While there are a variety of ways to achieve and maintain long-term sobriety, the Rule 62 Foundation was created as a result of 12-step program successes.…

01:04:23  |   Mon 05 Jun 2023
Stigma

Stigma

According to a global study by the World Health Organization, illicit drug addiction is the #1 most stigmatized condition - and #4 is alcoholism.

In this episode, the guys discuss ways each of us can …

00:45:27  |   Mon 10 Apr 2023
Making Amends

Making Amends

Making amends is a big part of the recovery journey. So, the guys discuss their experiences with Step 9 and share tips for how to approach this important process. 

Also, the Rule 62 Foundation's Annua…

00:47:12  |   Mon 06 Mar 2023
Sponsorship

Sponsorship

Sponsorship is a cornerstone of Alcoholics Anonymous and 12 Step recovery programs. But asking someone to be your sponsor is never easy. And being a sponsor can be a heavy responsibility. 

In this epi…

00:48:06  |   Mon 20 Feb 2023
Social Life

Social Life

Being social in sobriety isn't always easy. So, the guys share tips and suggestions for navigating social situations, handling peer pressure, and protecting sobriety.

Each episode of The Sober Sense P…

00:51:14  |   Mon 06 Feb 2023
What We Need

What We Need

Featuring our special guest, Andrew.

Daily Reflection: What We Need - Each Other - "For years, whenever I reflected on Tradition Three ("The only requirement for A.A. membership is a desire to stop dr…

00:52:14  |   Mon 12 Dec 2022
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