Slaying Sober
Episodes
Ep. 36 - Normies, Addicts, and the Villain Role: Rethinking How We ‘Help’ with Amber Hollingsworth from Put the Shovel Down
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode of Slaying Sober, we’re going way past “just stop drinking” and into the messy, real psychology of addiction with therapist...
Ep. 35 - From $220K Lost To Lifelong Recovery: Shaun’s Story of Gambling Addiction
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Shaun “Big Red” McDonough thought a quick punt on a sure thing would make life easier – instead it cost him over $220,000, his self‑respect an...
Ep 34: Warren - I Thought I Would Die on Meth
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From Meth, Jail and Losing His Kids to One Year Clean – Warren’s Story of Starting Again at 42Former registered nurse and father of four, Warren C...
Ep. 33 – Jordan: From Ram Raids to Recovery TikTok
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From daily ice and heroin use, ram raids and guns, to walking his kids into school and working in rehab – Jordan’s story is a slow, gritty rebuild...
Behind the Smile x Slaying Sober - James is Interviewed by Ash Butterss
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Husband, father, business owner and Slaying Sober podcast host James Date joins Ash Butterss on Behind the Smile to share his journey from blackout dr...
Ep. 31 -Part 2 - Ty -from Psychosis & CTOs to Kindness & Clarity
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
PART 2 - More nuggets of wisdom from TyTy goes from bullied kid in Ferntree Gully to 450 charges, homelessness, psych wards, and multiple stints in ja...
Ep. 31 -Part 1 - Ty -from Psychosis & CTOs to Kindness & Clarity
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ty goes from bullied kid in Ferntree Gully to 450 charges,homelessness, psych wards, and multiple stints in jail – and is now rebuilding his life wi...
Ep. 30 - Kate Rowe – Drug Smuggler, Author, Queer History Maker - How the Fck would I know?
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From £10 Pom to heroin haze in 1970s Bali — speed psychosis, queer activism, jail time, and 48 years sober.Kate Rowe’s raw memoir How the Fck Wo...
Ep 29 - Part 2 - Joe - Taming the Monster: From Bouncing & Bashings to Balance
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
PART 2:The Power of Change and The Power of Forgiveness From Rage to Redemption: Addiction Recovery StoryMelbourne dad Joe shares his raw journey from...
Ep 29 - Part 1 - Joe - Taming the Monster: From Bouncing & Bashings to Balance
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From Rage to Redemption: Addiction Recovery StoryMelbourne dad Joe shares his raw journey from childhood sexual abuse, bullying, and bikie violence to...
Ep. 28 - John - A Professional Drug Addict for 33 years. And 4 Golden Rules for Recovery
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 28 - John - A Professional Drug Addict for 33 years. And 4 Golden Rules for Recovery John – A Professional Drug Addict for 33 YearsA 33-Year Add...
Suzie Browne — From Chaos to Clarity. Sober at 63.
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Suzie Browne — From Chaos to Clarity. Sober at 63.She drank for 45 years.She got sober at 63.And she’s telling the kind of truth most people spend...
Dale - Boys Do Cry: You Get What You Earn
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This is not just a sobriety story — it’s a fatherhood, identity, and transformation story.In this deeply honest episode of Slaying Sober, James si...
Part 2 - Amber - From Ice House Hell to Clean at 19
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
She was using ice through needles, selling her body at 17, and disappearing from herself—until one moment of surrender changed everything Amber’s ...
Part 1 - Amber -From Ice House Hell to Clean at 19
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
She was using ice through needles, selling her body at 17, and disappearing from herself—until one moment of surrender changed everything Amber’...
Jasmine - So close to help, but still drowning
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jasmine shares her raw journey from childhood trauma and weekend partying in Melbourne to a devastating Mother's Day crisis that sparked her path ...
Nicole - The Co-dependents Guide to Walking Beside Addiction
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, Nicole shares her journey of healing alongside her husband's battle with addiction. She discusses the challenges face...
Christmas Bonus Episode- Chats with Sammy
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, James and Sammy discuss their experiences with sobriety during the festive season, sharing personal stories and insights on navi...
S3 E9 - Ashley Smith - Breaking the Cycle Tassie - A Story of Resilience
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, Ashley Smith shares his journey from addiction to recovery, discussing the challenges he faced growing up in Tasmania, hi...
S3 E8 - Faye -Blackouts, Heartbreak and the moment Faye finally chose herself.
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Faye Louise Hughes shares her journey of sobriety, discussing the impact of alcohol on her life, relationships, and mental healt...
S3 Ep. 7 - Jared - Bed Wetters Vs Bag Snatchers
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What the conversation coversJared’s “normal” Aussie upbringing, love of surfing and metal music, and early experiences with alcohol.How drink...
Special: James reflect on 2 Years Sobriety
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
James reflect on 2 Years Sobriety
Bonus Episode - Chats with Sammy
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Old drinking buddies, sharing war stories, laughs and sober inspiration. Get ready to laugh, and maybe cry, as Sammy and James chat about theirSummary...
S3 Ep. 6 - Jake - A safe place to be vulnerable
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, Jake shares his transformative journey from prison to recovery, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, daily practi...
S3 Ep. 5 - Gary - Wanted to be something different
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Slaying Sober. Today, James speaks with Gary, whose early life was inspired by the gangster lifestyle and led him to time in max security p...
S3 Ep. 4 - Nicki - Mummy wine time
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, Nicki shares her inspiring journey of overcoming alcohol addiction, detailing her experiences from childhood through to h...
S3. -BONUS Episode - Sam - the dark side
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the downside of a bikie lifestyle, drugs in prison, psychosis, guns, suicide and desperation.As well as some witty insights from Sam. Summa...
S3 Ep. 3 - Sam -is Unbreakable
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, Sam shares his journey from addiction to recovery, emphasizing the importance of healing past traumas and the role of men...
S3 Ep. 2 - Andrew - is 40 years Sober!
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this conversation, Andrew shares his profound journey from addiction to recovery, emphasizing the importance of self-discovery, community, a...
Season 3 - Ep. 1 - Dolly - is not mediocre
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Dolly shares her journey from loneliness and addiction to recovery and empowerment. She discusses the creation of SOS Melbourne,...
S2 E5 - Simon -from chaos to connection
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Simon shares his profound journey through addiction, recovery, and personal transformation. He reflects on the pivotal moments t...
S2 E4 - Jess Kennedy - ADHD & Addiction
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
- Jess Kennedy shares her journey with addiction and recovery.Her first experience with alcohol was at age 12, linked to trauma.Growing up with ADHD, ...
S2 E3 - Michael - the Gift of Desperation
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this raw and heartfelt conversation, we follow Michaels powerful journey through addiction, rock bottom, and the road to recovery. From the early i...
S2 E2 P2 - Cath - Breaking the Cycle - a survivor, and her dog. Part 2
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Part Two of Caths Amazing Story In this powerful episode of Slaying Sober, Cath opens up about her deeply personal journey through addiction, relation...
S2 E2 - Cath - Breaking the Cycle - a survivor, and her dog. Part 1
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Slaying Sober, Cath opens up about her deeply personal journey through addiction, relationships, and the road to recovery....
S2 E1 - Tom Rockliff - from AFL to Abstinence
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Tom shares his experiences growing up in Benella, the drinking culture in country footy, and his transition to playing in the AF...
Ep 8 - Emmzz - "What goes up, must come down"
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Emmzz shares her journey from a troubled childhood in Melbourne to a life marked by substance abuse, motherhood, and ultimately ...
Ep 7 - Emma - from Fear to Faith: God is what saved me
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Emma shares her tumultuous journey from a chaotic childhood filled with abuse and bullying to a life of addiction and eventual recovery. Through her e...
Ep 6 - Macarena - Finding Self Love & Self Respect
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Macarena shares her profound journey from a traumatic childhood in Chile to her struggles with addiction and eventual recovery. ...
Ep 5 - Adam - The Gift of Recovery
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Adam shares his profound journey through addiction, beginning with his early exposure to substance abuse in a family environment...
Ep 4 - Faz - from Brighton to Spiritual Bankruptcy
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Andrea shares his journey of addiction and recovery, detailing his experiences with substance use, particularly opiates, and the...
Special Release: James Reflects on 18 months Sober
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this reflective conversation, James shares his journey of addiction and recovery, marking 18 months of sobriety. He recounts the pivotal moment of ...
Ep 3 - Conan - Pentridge to Peace, and other full circle events
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, Conan shares his raw and inspiring story of overcoming a 25-year battle with heroin addiction. From his mother’s spiritual...
Ep 2 - Kaylars Story - Motherhood & Addiction
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This conversation explores the journey of recovery fromaddiction, focusing on Kaylars personal experiences with drug abuse, the impactof relationships...
Ep 1 -Chris' Journey -Pokies Kick Ons
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recovery, ADHD, Pokies Kick On's and a Twist Testicle. Follow us at: instgram.com/slayingsoberpod In this conversation, James and Chris discuss th...