Dan Karaty If I'm Being Honest
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Dan: Exercise Works, So Move!
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Studies prove that exercise is the best medicine, but we don't need studies. Personal experience is enough! Move a Muscle - Change a Thought ...
Dan: Make today THE day
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Forever, I was going to start tomorrow, or Monday, or next week. When it came to giving up drinking, or working on that new show idea, or implementi...
Dan: Morning After the Super Bowl
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
My Super Bowl partying looks quite different than it used to, and I'm grateful for that fact. Waking up feeling fresh and ready to go, having e...
Tim Lodgen: Motivational Speaker - Mental Health and Addiction Advocate
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Getting sober doesn't magically fix all of your problems, but it does make you much more capable of dealing with them. In a ten day period, Tim...
Flindt Andersen: Man on a Mission
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Action needs to be taken. Changes must be made. What we're doing with treatment, services, and stopping the flow of drugs into this country i...
Dan: The Taylor Swift Effect
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Focus on what you can control. The day I stopped fixating on the news, social media posts, co-workers' habits, and other people's driving ...
Jen Hirst: Sober Mom - Coach - Founder of Lighthouse Sobriety
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is Jen Hirst - living by example for her kids, clients, and so many others that find her in their journey. Despite no one knowing her deep, dar...
Dan: I Am Not Bored!
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Recently questioned by a man wondering if the life I live now is boring, I took a good look at how I spend my days. For years, I feared a life witho...
Adam Jablin: Coach - Mentor - The Hero Project
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After our first podcast together, Adam and I knew we had more to talk about. And damn, we sure did. I kicked things off by asking "now what?&...
Ashley Howard: Wellness Coach
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After years of feeling subtle nudges towards a better life, Ashley finally got the message and gave up alcohol. One year later, the positive changes...
Dan: Refuse To Be a Ghost
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If I was still drinking, my actions would haunt my kids and family for the rest of their lives. What we do, our habits good and bad, our addictions,...
Angie Asche: Founder and CEO of Eleat Sports Nutrition
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Angie and her company, Eleat Sports Nutrition, work with some of the best professional athletes in the world, but also with guys like me as I take o...
Fausto Castellanos: HOPE DEALER
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes you can actually feel a person's energy in the room. Â And on rare occasions, you can feel it through the screen of your device. Â That...
Landon Brock: Homeless and Hopeless to Advocate and Author
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Landon Brock's struggles and addiction left him homeless. We're not talking about couch surfing with different friends homeless, but rathe...
Dan and The NYC Marathon
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I just ran the NYC Marathon and it put to work what I've learned in recovery.
Adam Jablin: Coach - Mentor - The Hero Project
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Adam is leading the way in the addiction, recovery, and mental health communities, not only helping so many through tireless work, but by walking the ...
Jason LaChance: Recovery Coach - Podcast Host
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is two guys in recovery shooting the shit on addiction, family, work, relapse, and quite a bit more. Jason is a busy Dad trying to do right by ...
Michael OBrien: Meditation Teacher - Executive Coach - Endurance Athlete
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael had been checking the boxes of life. He went to college, got a good job and got married, and had two beautiful children. But then his scri...
Dan: It's Happening!
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My book, If I'm Being Honest, is out and is resonating! It's happening! I offered an email address on the final page hoping some would r...
Dan and Ty: Birthday Week!
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you feel about your age?  Younger, struggling me constantly worried that I was running out of time, that I was missing my chance. Sober, gra...
Katie Wood: Author of "A Simple Seed"
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Katie Wood. You're welcome. She is awesome! Katie and I spent the majority of our conversation discussing gratitude - practicing, show...
Tom Feegel: Beond - Ibogaine Treatment Clinic
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes I feel like we are just scratching the surface in treating people for addiction, trauma and beyond. And quite often, I get frustrated with...
My Book is Out! And it's a little scary...
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My book, my full story, If I'm Being Honest, is in stores and available for all to read, and it's a little scary. Â It's the one place ...
The Fall and Football and Fun
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My nephew, Ty, is BACK and ready to discuss our favorite time of year - FALL! Yes, we love the weather and the leaves changing colors, but what we&a...
Charlie Engle: Ultra-Endurance Athlete - Keynote Speaker - Incredible Human
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's conversations like this one that remind me how lucky I am to connect with people through this podcast. Charlie is an incredible human with...
Steve Johnston: Dad vs. Blindness
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine your son is going blind from an incurable disease. You're literally racing the clock in hopes of finding a cure, and at the same time, ...
NY Yankees pitcher suffering from alcohol abuse
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alcoholism and addiction DO NOT DISCRIMINATE! Â Yankees pitcher, Domingo German, was just placed in an inpatient facility for alcohol abuse. Â Surpris...
Dr. Robb Kelly: Addiction Expert - Robb Kelly Recovery Group
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Robb's passion and energy for recovery is undeniable, and his refusal to sugar coat his thoughts on what alcoholics and addicts must deal wit...
Hilary Phelps: Speaker - Coach - 16 Years Sober
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With 16 years of sobriety under her belt, but only recently being more open about it, Hilary has a tremendous amount of experience to share with all w...
Niall Breslin: A Lust For Life - PhD - Musician - Author
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I absolutely love having high expectations for someone and they still manage to exceed them. That was my experience with this week's guest, Nia...
Overwhelmed? One task, one project, one day at a time.
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's no need to take on the monumental task of never drinking again, I just need to not drink today. Â Taking it one day at a time makes it ma...
Dan - Master of the Obvious
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
July 4th is America's Independence Day! Â Break out the swimsuits, fire up the grills, and make sure the cooler is bull of booze! Â For me, the f...
Matthew Taub: Sober and Recovery Coach - Personal Trainer
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt got sober over 17 years ago, but only decided to be open about it 14 years later. Living with his secret of sobriety was exhausting, so coming ...
Tony Hoffman: Speaker - BMX Racer - Prison to the Olympics
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After years of addiction, Tony found himself in prison ready to change the game through discipline, structure and routine. It started with brushing ...
Marjory McCoy: Triathlete
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I love a world in which I can connect with someone like Marjory McCoy. At 57 years of age, Marj made the life changing decision to get sober. She ...
Ty Mancini - Actor
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My nephew, Ty, is an actor, and is playing the role of a man with a drinking problem. As part of his research for the part, he wanted to ask me some...
Phillip Barbb: TV Producer - Author - Performance Coach
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This was one of those conversations where I found myself nodding in agreement, had lightbulbs going off, and relating to so much of what was being sai...
Johnny Reilly: Artist - Brave Human Being
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny Reilly took me deep into his experience growing up as an abused kid in a working poor family. Filled with rage, he was prone to violence as a...
Dan Karaty - Sober Date is May 12th
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm 2 years sober today.
Ben Tuff: Endurance Swimmer - Recovering Alcoholic
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A name like Ben Tuff deserves a good story to follow, so I'm happy to share it. Ben approached his early recovery with the same drive and commi...
Dan - Gratitude
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"With gratitude, optimism is sustainable." Those were words spoken by Michael J. Fox and they prompted me to speak. So much of my journe...
Dan Solo - Functioning Alcoholic?
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I labeled myself a functioning alcoholic. Â I was wrong. Â Maybe I was surviving, but I was slowly failing. Â What it takes to get sober and stay sobe...
Mike Faria - Recovering Addict, Jersey Boy
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this week, straight from my home state of New Jersey, is Mike Faria. His childhood years and less than perfect upbringing may seem typical ...
Emily Paulson - Mom, Author and Founder of The Sober Mom Squad
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s guest, Emily Paulson, has an impressive journey of recovery that has led her to being a successful mom of five, author, and founder of t...
Ed Latimore: Former Heavyweight Boxer - Writer
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From heavyweight boxer to physics major, and eventually writer and author, Ed Latimore took me through his unique path of recovery and growth. His p...
David Wilson: Sober Coach - Author
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
At first, I only knew him as Sober Dave via social media, but after getting to know him better, sharing his story was a must. He lost a decade of hi...
Zac Clark: Founder and CEO of Release Recovery
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zac took the time out of his daily hustle to talk all things recovery, including the successes and difficulties of running his Release Recovery Center...
Brad McLeod: Sober Motivation - Sober Buddy App - Part 2
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve known Brad, or more specifically Brad’s important online presence, since being a couple of months sober, and I am grateful for his Sober Moti...
Brad McLeod: Sober Motivation - Sober Buddy App Part 1
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve known Brad, or more specifically Brad’s important online presence, since being a couple of months sober, and I am grateful for his Sober Moti...
Marieke Eyskoot Sustainable Lifestyle Expert - TV Presenter - TEDx Speaker
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Going somewhere he never would have before sobriety, Dan sits down with sustainable lifestyle expert, Marieke Eyskoot, to learn and find some interest...
David Tyree: Super Bowl Champion - The Helmet Catch
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Super Bowl Champion and legendary New York Giant, famously known for The Helmet Catch, David Tyree talks growing up, addiction, family, sports, grief,...
Robert Kanter: International Media Commentator - Opioid and Fentanyl Epidemic - Recovery Advocate
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s almost impossible to have a conversation about addiction these days without the terrifying fentanyl epidemic being a part of it. Dan invited ...
Ashley Edens: Executive Producer/Showrunner - Dancing With The Stars, The Emmy’s
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a heartfelt conversation between two longtime friends, Ashley reveals to Dan buried memories of childhood sexual abuse, and her battle with anorexi...
Panel Podcast
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Roundtable conversation between four guys about having fun, parenting, relationships, and just trying to stay sober. Quite a few of life's less...
Jessie Jazz Vuijk: Founder of SheFlore
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jessie is a woman on a journey of growth, acceptance, and joy, unafraid to share the ride with her devoted followers. In recent months, after recogn...
Tim Lodgen: Former Marine, MMA Fighter, Survivor
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Starting 2023 strong with Mr. Tim Lodgen's story that powerfully illustrates the horrific depths of alcoholism and the beauty of recovery. Surv...
Honest Moments from 2022
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Some of If I'm Being Honest's most honest moments of 2022. Â The guests, conversations, listener interactions, and stories we've heard ...
Dan - Unexpected episode after the shocking news of Twitch's death.
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen "Twitch" Boss was a source of inspiration and joy to so many. The shocking news of his suicide serves as a painful reminder that w...
Special Holiday Episode - Mitch shares his experience, strength and hope.
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A special holiday series of people in recovery sharing stories about their experience, strength and hope.For more from Mitch, check out his podcast wi...
Special Holiday Episode - Jacqueline van Lieshout: Detox Coach - Author
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jacqueline tells her story of recovery and the decision to go it alone. While finding some common ground in their experiences, she and Dan share sto...
Special Holiday Episode - Natalie shares her experience, strength and hope.
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Natalie DeLaCruz - The Purple Effect Youth Engagement Specialist at The Herren ProjectPodcast - The Purple Effecthttps://open.spotify.com/show/1nurXz...
Special Holiday Episode - Luke shares his experience, strength and hope.
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A special holiday series of people in recovery sharing stories about their experience, strength and hope.
Special Holiday Episode - Tracy shares her experience, strength and hope.
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A special holiday series of people in recovery sharing stories about their experience, strength and hope.
Special Holiday Episode - Andrew shares his experience, strength and hope.
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A special holiday series of people in recovery sharing stories about their experience, strength and hope.
Kevin Hines: Motivational Speaker - Suicide Prevention Advocate
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wearing his emotions on his sleeve, Kevin recounts doing the impossible, surviving a jump off the Golden Gate Bridge. From the moment his hands left...
Carlos Navarro: Actor - Radio Host - Personal Development Coach
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It doesn’t always make it easier to not drink, but in Carlos’ case, life and career are just better without the booze. From heavy drinking and b...
Rico Verhoeven: The King of Kickboxing - Glory Heavyweight World Champion
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The man has no time for negativity in his life. A far from perfect childhood, a relentless drive to be better both in and out of the ring, and count...
Dan Karaty - Solo Episode
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This time of year can be difficult for so many people, but don’t just give yourself or someone you care about a free pass. If you need help, ask f...
Chris Herren: Herren Project - Herren Talks
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most active, honest and powerful voices in the recovery community, Chris Herren hammers home the importance of reaching kids early by focus...
Static: Musician - Producer - Sober Advocate
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Since Dan last saw him when in high school together, STATiC has been a professional musician for over twenty years. After battling addiction, he mad...
Nicole Winhoffer: Creator of The NW Method - IG @nicolewinhoffer
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From being Madonna's personal trainer, to performing on Broadway, and tirelessly creating a fitness and wellness platform, Nicole Winhoffer share...
Shane Ramer - Host of That Sober Guy Podcast
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a regular listener to and learning from Shane's popular sober podcast since leaving rehab, Dan is grateful to have Shane as a guest on his own...
Chris Snee - Two-Time Super Bowl Champion and New York Giants Ring of Honor Inductee
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Two-time Super Bowl champion and New York Giants Ring of Honor inductee, Chris Snee, discusses sports culture, and the positive and negatives on our y...
Dan Karaty & Ryan Phillips on Addiction, Recovery, and The Way Forward
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dan’s sober friend, Ryan Phillips, turns the tables as he asks questions about Dan’s struggles, recovery and redemption. The two friends share s...
Jennifer Fox - Creator of Dragonolia - Runner
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer openly and bravely talks about enduring ongoing trauma in her life, beginning by growing up with a dysfunctional family, and with a mother wh...
Dan Karaty - First Solo Episode - Amsterdam PR Tour
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is Dan's first solo episode on the podcast as he experienced something special in his sober life and professional career, and wanted to shar...
Donny Starkins - Professional Speaker, Development Coach and Host of Comeback Stories Podcast
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Donny Starkins talks personal development and transformation for the mind, body and soul. Starting with his own difficulties with addiction, and tak...
Carmit Bachar - American Singer, Dancer, Model, and Actress
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Best known as a member of the world-famous Pussycat Dolls, Carmit has successfully navigated her way through the entertainment industry since she was ...
Don Diablo - DJ, Digital Artist, and Producer
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wildly known as one of the top DJ’s in the entire world, Don Diablo has also taken the NFT art world by storm. In his sit down with Dan, he opens ...
Ryan Phillips - Pro Hockey Player Turned Drug Smuggler Turned Humanitarian
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From the professional hockey rink to running an international drug smuggling operation, Ryan Phillips talks about the pressures of being a young athle...
Constantine Maroulis - Singer and Tony Nominated Actor
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dan catches up with American Idol alum and Rock of Ages star, Constantine Maroulis, an old high school friend who shared a similar upbringing, similar...
Vivian Gomez - Professional Dancer and Singer
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine being an incredible dancer and singer, a pain in your back leads to a cancer diagnosis, and a week later you are paralyzed from the chest down...
John Phillips - Journalist and host of "The John Phillips Show"
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In between plenty of laughs, Dan and John discuss the state of the mainstream media, what we can trust, and how much news is healthy to consume. Whi...
Anton Nootenboom, The Barefoot Dutchman
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After 10 years in the military, 3 tours in Afghanistan, and seeking out his next move in life, Anton goes deep into detail on falling into a depressio...
Katherine Sorensen - CEO, Adventure Seeker and Boss Babe
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kat shares how her addiction not only destroyed relationships and opportunities in her life, but also kept her from being the woman she truly wanted t...
Tiffany van Soest: Glory Kickboxing Champion of the World
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tiffany opens up about living with asperger's syndrome, her struggles with identity, and searching for who she was after a tough defeat in the ri...
Steven Randolph: Comedian and Actor
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian and actor, Steven Randolph, gets brutally honest about his past struggles with addiction. Sharing some crazy and unexpected stories, he exp...
Jamie Kennedy: Actor, Screenwriter, stand Up Comic and TV Producer
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and Jamie sit down and dig in on a wide array of topics including bad habits, choosing not to do the Hollywood scene, career focus and obstacles, ...
Marit Brugman - Write, Actress, Influencer
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Marit opens up about her battle with anorexia in her teens, her journey to wellness, and helping others suffering from mental health ...
Craig Carton: King of Morning Radio
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Craig Carton, the former king of morning radio in New York City gets brutally honest about how his gambling addiction took him from t...
Ryan Leaf: NFL Professional Player, Football Analyst
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ryan shares his powerful story of struggling with mental health and addiction. From being the second pick in the NFL draft and fail...
Teaser
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Karaty will strip away surface facades and deliver real, in-depth, and sometimes ugly truths of his life and those of his courageous guests. He ...