That Sober Guy Podcast

SGR Ep170 - How to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Battle Fear of the Unknown with Scotty, Mel and The Jess

02 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Scotty and Mel Aaron quit their jobs, sold their house, and decided to take a year off to explore the country in a VW Van. In this episode, Scotty, Me...

SGR Ep169 - Addiction Recovery; The Navy SEAL Way

26 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Treehouse Recovery is an Action Based Induction Therapy (ABIT) which consists of various team-based drills adapted from Navy SEAL training exercises...

SGR Ep168 - John Mabry

19 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

John Mabry is an actor, speaker, and serves as Director of Public Outreach at   Addiction Campuses. He also hosts the "High Sobriety" Podcast. John h...

SGR Ep167 - Dr. Cali Estes

12 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Cali Estes is a sought after Celebrity Addiction Therapist, Life Coach, Recovery Coach and Wellness Guru that blends talk therapy with forward and...

SGR Ep166 -7 Ways to Stay Sober in the New Year

05 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Shane rings in the New Year with a story about public restrooms and the importance of washing your hands after using the John. So how does this relate...

SGR Ep165 - Dave Buckner

29 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Former Papa Roach drummer Dave Buckner joins Sober Guy Radio to give a raw and never before heard account of what life was like before and after the b...

SGR Ep164 - Todd 'Zman' Zalkins

22 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Todd 'Zman' Zalkins grew up during the Long Beach punk rock scene, where surfing and back yard parties were nothing but the norm. When Sublime first s...

SGR Ep163 - Brian Cuban: Bulimia, Cocaine, & Recovery

15 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Cuban, the younger brother of Dallas Mavericks owner and entrepreneur Mark Cuban, is a Dallas based attorney, author and addiction recovery advo...

SGR Ep162 - Rehab Scams; What You Need to Know With Joelle Jacobson

08 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Joelle Jacobson is a Neurofeedback Clinician at Betty Ford Center, Los Angeles, and a highly sought after Addiction Specialist. She's been working in ...

SGR Ep161 - The Priority List

04 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

What does your daily routine look like? Where are your priorities? In this episode Shane talks about the importance of lining up priorities, and also ...

SGR Ep160 - Finding Your Passion with Dr. Nancy Irwin

01 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Nancy Irwin is an Addiction Therapist who specializes in hypnotherapy and other holistic approaches for treating addictive behavior. Dr, Irwin has...

SGR Ep159 - How to Enjoy the Holidays without Alcohol

22 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Shane and longtime friends Seth & Mel Manter join the show to discuss the holidays, gratitude, stuffing versus stove top, why black Friday is stupid, ...

SGR Ep158 - 6 Questions YOU MUST Ask Before Checking Into Treatment with Bob Forrest

17 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

  Bob "Rehab Bob" Forrest is an addiction expert perhaps best known as the straight talking, straight shooting counselor on VH1's Celebrity Rehab wit...

SGR Ep157 - Koorosh Rassekh - How to Get Help From Alcoholism or Addiction if You Don't Have Insurance

10 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Koorosh Rassekh is an Addiction Counselor specializing in substance use, recovery, teen addiction, mindfulness, therapy, psychology and overdose. Rass...

SGR Ep156 - Gangs, Guns and Tattoos with Freddy Negrete

27 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Freddy Negrete is best known for pioneering the black-and-gray tattoo style while serving time in a series of correctional facilities. While still a y...

SGR Ep155 - How Groups and Community Keep You Sober

06 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Shane explains how important it is to surround yourself with positive people who lift you up in a group setting. He also touches on his recent trip to...

SGR Ep153 - Just Show Up

22 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Shane is back to discuss the importance of knowing when to take a break, gratitude, and how all we can do is "Just Show Up". For more ...

SGR Ep 152 - How Do I Know if I'm in Denial & the Ongoing Debate of Medical Marijuana with Tad & Tami Stringam

21 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Tad  & Tami Stringam are certified drug counselors and interventionist with Awaken Industries. Their mission is to be messengers of Love and Light an...

SGR Ep151 - Theres More Than One Way to Get Sober | Ben Randolph from Oregon Trail Recovery

14 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Ben Randolph entered recovery in 1998 after struggling with substances for several years. After working in the construction trades for a number of yea...

SGR Ep150 - If You Want to Change the World, You Gotta Make Your Bed | Todd Stumbo

07 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Todd Stumbo comes from a good family. But as he made his way through life, he found himself struggling with emotional emptiness and a lack of connecti...

SGR Ep149 - I Didn't Believe in God, and I Still Found a Higher Power | Chris Pesce - COO of Sober Grid

30 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Pesce is in long term recovery, as well as COO of Sober Grid, one of the most innovative and kick ass recovery communities in the industry. Sob...

SGR Ep148 - Anonymity is Not Secrecy | Lee Pepper with Foundations Recovery Network

23 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Lee Pepper is an advocate for people in recovery. As a member of the executive leadership team with Foundations Recovery Network,  Lee leads the Foun...

SGR Ep147 - "Trash Can Bob"

16 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

There are hundreds of thousands of people struggling with addiction today. In todays episode, Shane talks about some of those we have lost along the w...

SGR Ep146 - Get Clean or Die | Mike Gambo

09 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Gambo is a writer, Hip-Hop artist and also co-owner of Hood Hippie Entertainment. He also works for Transformations Treatment Center and helps op...

SGR Ep145 - Let's Shoot the Sh%t & Have Some Fun with Church & Other Drugs

05 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I recently had an opportunity to chat with Jed and Jay from Church & Other Drugs. These 2 dudes are awesome and good examples that you can be real and...

SGR Ep144 - How to Stop Making Excuses and Become a New Man with Tripp Lanier

26 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Tripp Lanier is not an alcoholic, but he is a dude who enjoys coaching other dudes and top entrepreneurs around the world to get out of the shallow en...

SGR Ep143 - My Kids on Drugs, Now What? | Adam Jasinski

19 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Jasinski was the winner of the popular television series "Big Brother 9" where he earned the $500,000 prize. Adam later admitted to using portion...

SGR Ep142 - How to Navigate the First 30 Days of Sobriety | Seth Manter

12 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Good friend and fellow sober guy Seth Manter joins the show again to discuss the power of thought, navigating through early sobriety, and also shares ...

SGR Ep141 - TJ Woodward

05 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

TJ Woodward is a spiritual author, inspirational speaker, awakening coach and addiction counselor who has helped countless people through his simple, ...

SGR Ep140 - 1 Million Mohawk Challenge w/The Jess

03 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

May is mental health awareness month. Jess and Shane chat about this months 1 Million Mohawk Challenge, mental health, and share thoughts and ideas th...

SGR Ep139 - How to Find Freedom Through Sobriety

28 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this monologue episode, Shane talks about why the valley is referred to as the taint instead of the armpit of California, his recent trip to see Ma...

SGR Ep138 - Zach Gowen | One-legged Warrior & Former WWE Superstar

21 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Zach Gowen is one of the most inspirational athletes in the world. Overcoming a broken home, childhood cancer, leg amputation, and drug and alcohol ad...

SGR Ep131 - Acceptance not Judgement | Adam Marion

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Marion comes from a long line of alcoholism that ran through his family for decades. Adam is thankful that his father got sober when he was three...

SGR Ep137 - Sober College | Bill Hazelton & Oriana Murphy

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Hazelton & Oriana Murphy from Sober College chat with us today and share a bit of their own recovery story. We also discuss how Sober College is ...

SGR Ep134 - ObamaCare Vs. TrumpCare | Harry Nelson

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Harry Nelson is an expert in healthcare compliance, business operations and risk management and co-owns one of the premier healthcare law firms on the...

SGR Ep130 - Why Structure is Key To Your Recovery | Patrick Smith

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Smith is the Program Director at Orange County Recovery Services in Huntington Beach California. Patrick is also in long term recovery. Throug...

SGR Ep129 - Sobriety Vs. Recovery | Robert Shryoc

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Shryoc is Vice President of Business Development at Covenant Hills. Robert was born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas. After graduating from the ...

SGR Ep133 - Here For Your Family | Jen Angier

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Jen Angier has worked to help families nationwide restore their families and households. Jen is a certified Youth, Parent, and Family Coach; a certifi...

SGR Ep132 - Calvary Healing Center | Jim Kreitler

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Born in New York City and raised in Aberdeen, New Jersey, Jim Kreitler earned his bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Dayton. He th...

SGR Ep136 - There is Hope & There is Help | Scott Silverman

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Scott leads others to recovery with empathy. Thirty years ago he was on the edge. Struggling from addiction, considering suicide, and feeling like thi...

SGR Ep135 - How to Cope with Chronic Pain | Dr. Louise Stanger

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Stanger has developed and refined her invitational method of mental health and substance abuse interventions using the well-established research ...

SGR Ep128 - Sober Living for Women: The Chadwick House | Jaana Woodbury

14 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Jaana Woodbury was one of my favorite people to meet at the Innovations In Recovery Conference. Her own story and struggle with addiction is enough to...

SGR Ep127 - Cam Adair | Addicted to Gaming

07 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Cam Adair is a Canadian-born speaker, YouTuber and pioneer on video game addiction. He's the founder of Game Quitters, the world's largest support com...

SGR Ep126 - Claudia Christian | How Women in Recovery Deal with Shame and Stigma

31 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Claudia Christian has been in the film and television business as a performer for over 30 years.  She has starred in over 50 films and thousands of h...

SGR Ep125 - Amanda Nelson

24 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Amanda Nelson is 18 months sober from a 17 year drug and alcohol addiction. Amanda has multiple arrests, a felony, and has tried treatment multiple ti...

SGR Ep124 - Trevor Riesinger | Show Up Don't Give Up

17 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor Riesinger is a long time resident of Vacaville, CA and is married with three kids. A machinist by trade, Trevor is also an accomplished artist ...

SGR Ep123 - Michael Graubart

10 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Todays guests is Michael Graubart and he's got a great story to share and a new book out called Sober Dad: The Manual for Perfect Imperfect Parenting...

SGR Ep122 - Ryan Hampton & Garrett Hade | Facing Addiction

03 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Hampton is a featured contributor to the Huffington Post on addiction and politics. He currently serves as the Los Angeles outreach lead for Faci...

SGR Ep121 - Lou Redmond

24 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Lou Redmond is a motivational messenger on a mission to show people the greatness they have within them. He is a graduate of Penn State University. Af...

SGR Ep120 - Dr. John Mendelson

17 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. John Mendelson is an addiction specialist and professor of medicine at UCSF. John has an extensive background in addiction treatment, operating mu...

SGR Ep119 - Erick Turnbull

10 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Erick Turnbull was born March 20,1977 in Napanee, Ontario, and had already begun playing guitar by the age of ten. At school, Erick used to entertain ...

SGR Ep118 - Anthony Alvarado | We All Rise Together

03 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

As a person in long-term recovery, Anthony has a strong desire to change the conversation around addiction and in turn- change the world we live in to...

SGR Ep116 - 6 Tips to Quit Drinking in 24 Hours

20 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Shane makes a couple of announcements and provides resources for those seeking recovery from addiction. He also explains the 6 Quick ...

SGR Ep115 - Daniel Mills

13 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel Mills is happily married to a wonderful woman and father to an amazing son. He is a veteran of the US. Navy, a firefighter, paramedic, an educa...

SGR Ep114 - Pastor Tim Bittle | TFH

06 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Pastor Tim Bittle began serving at The Fathers House in youth ministry in 2005. In 2010 Tim and his wife Robyn became staff pastors. They currently ov...

SGR Ep113 - Shi%$Y Christmas Gifts

09 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is simple; Don't drink, and don't buy shitty Christmas gifts. Shane goes down the list of the worst gifts you can give to the one you lo...

SGR Ep112 - Fight for Your Serenity

03 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Fight for your serenity, Fight For Your Peace. I have to fight for mine.  Are you fighting for yours, or are you letting the chaos of life punch you ...

SGR Ep111 - Evan Kidd

18 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Evan Kidd is an American Filmmaker, writer, and founder of RockSet Productions. For more resources visit www.ThatSoberGuy.com

SGR Ep110 - Ryan Leaf

11 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Leaf was a first round draft pick in the 1998 NFL draft. He went on to play in the NFL for four seasons, but his career was cut short due to per...

SGR Ep109 - James McManus

04 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

As the founder and owner of Family First Adolescent Services, James has devoted his career to understanding and treating the unique circumstances of y...

SGR Ep108 - Hyped on Hope

28 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Shane discusses how to keep hope alive and shares other interesting thoughts in this freestyle session. Keep Your Blood Clean.  For more resources vi...

SGR Ep107 - Jennifer Angier

21 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jennifer talks to us about building from the ground up, keeping ego in check, and how to overcome burnout. This episode was recorded in Nashville at t...

SGR Ep105 - Finding Your Identity

07 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

What was your identity before using drugs and alcohol?What was your identity in active addiction? Have you connected to a new sense of self in your s...

SGR Ep104 - Keep Your Blood Clean

30 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you get stuck in your head? What are your sources of stress and overwhelm and how can you mitigate them? What triggers you to crave alcohol or drug...

SGR Ep103 - MMA/UFC Fighter Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman

23 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman is a professional mixed martial arts fighter, speaker, mentor and autho of Driven: My Unlikely Journey from Classroom...

SGR Ep102 - Joseph Naus | Straight Pepper Diet

16 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Joseph W. Naus is the author of Straight Pepper Diet: A memoir. How did he become an author? Joseph says all roads lead to hell when he's asked that q...

SGR Ep101 - Former NFL Linebacker Matt Mayberry

09 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Mayberry, a former NFL linebacker for the Chicago Bears, is currently one of the most read columnists for Entrepreneur Magazine, as well as an ac...

SGR Ep100 - Full Circle with The Jess, Mel, and Seth

02 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sober Guy Radio celebrates 100 episodes of no bullshit recovery talk!Shane Ramer and friends discuss the humble origins of Sober Guy Radio and how far...

SGR Ep99 - Be a Better Human w/ David Rachford

26 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

David Rachford is the creator and host of "The Better Human Challenge," a podcast on personal development that challenges you to become your best self...

SGR Ep98 - Rewired For Success W/ Erica Spiegelman

19 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Erica Spiegelman is an addiction and wellness specialist, motivational speak, and author of Rewired: A Bold New Approach to Addiction and Recovery . E...

SGR Ep97 - The Truth About Racism and Why It's Against Human Nature Not to Love W/ Tad Stringam

11 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

How did a Mormon kid become a drug user, prison inmate, and white supremacist? Tad Stringam tells us how he survived in the corrections system for 1...

SGR Ep96 - The New Series "REAL" w/ The Jess

05 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today your beloved Sober Guy, Shane Ramer, has 2 special announcements.1. This is the introduction to Sober Guy Radio's new show called REAL!2. Future...

SGR Ep95 - The Sober Señorita W/ Kelly Fitzgerald

29 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Kelly Fitzgerald always felt as if everyone had directions on how to live life, but she never got the manual.She established her drinking career in co...

SGR Ep94 - The 30 Day No Alcohol Challenge W/ James Swanwick

21 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

James Swanwick never thought of himself as an alcoholic, but he tells us why he quit drinking for 30 days how it changed every aspect of his life. He...

SGR Ep93 - The Ohio House W/ Brandon Stump

15 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This episode's guest is Brandon Stump, the founder of The Ohio House. The Ohio House is a 13 unit community of sober living homes in Costa Mesa, Cali...

SGR Ep92 - The Intervention W/ Ken Seeley & John Southworth

08 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Ken Seeley and John Southworth, known as regulars on the A&E program Intervention, took it upon themselves to take the bureaucratic steps necessary to...

SGR Ep91 - You've Got Issues W/ Anna David

01 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Anna David is a recovering cocaine addict and alcoholic who has been sober for over 15 years. She is a New York Times bestselling author of six books ...

SGR_IIBC_EP06_NASHVILLE_-_BRANDON_STUMP.mp3

27 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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SGR_IIBC_EP05_NASHVILLE_-_JENNIFER_ANGIER.mp3

27 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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SGR_IIBC_EP04_NASHVILLE_-_JAMES_MCMANUS.mp3

27 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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SGR_IIBC_EP03_NASHVILLE_-_HEIDI_HUERTA.mp3

27 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

SGR_IIBC_EP02_NASHVILLE__-_DR._LOUISE_STANGER.mp3

27 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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SGR_IIBC_EP01_NASHVILLE_-_DR._MARY_ANNE_ROY.mp3

27 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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SGR Ep90 - Rich Roll: How to Challenge Yourself and Overcome Adversity

24 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Best selling author, athlete, and podcaster, Rich Roll, believes that it's only when things don't go your way that you find out what you're capable o...

SGR Ep89 - One Year No Beer W/ Ruari Fairbairns

17 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Ruari Fairbairns used to be a wild drinker in a culture where alcohol is accepted and even expected. As he grows older and starts a family, he realize...

SGR Ep88 - Sick Boys: How to Deal with Feeling Emotions in Sobriety

10 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

How can people in recovery cope with tragedy and loss? What would you do in sobriety when faced with grief and uncertainty? Would you relapse? Shane ...

SGR Ep87 - From Outlaw Biker to Full Recovery with Brian McAlister

03 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Brian McAlister tells us how he transformed from a low-bottom unemployed alcoholic/addict biker to bestselling author and CEO of Full Recovery. He als...

TSGP Ep86 - The Truth About Mastermind Groups, Relationships, and Faith w/ Aaron Walker

27 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Veteran Entrepreneur Aaron Walker and founder of ViewFromtheTop.com tells us how our relationships are the foundation of business success as well as a...

TSGP Ep84 - How to Breakthrough Strife and Create Opportunities w/ Jason MacKenzie

13 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jason MacKenzie is a writer, and the creator of The Book of Open. Jason drank as a way of coping with his wife Cindy's bi-polar disorder. In 2010, the...

TSGP Ep83 - Why I Quit Drinking | Larry Hagner | The Good Dad Project

11 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Larry Hagner is a husband and father of 4 boys, and is also the founder of The Good Dad Project, a strong community of Fathers who all share a set of ...

TSGP Ep82 - 10 Tips for Tough Times | Noah benShea

04 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Noah benShea is a poet-philosopher and best-selling author of 23 books in 18 languages including The Journey to Greatness and How to Get There. He ser...

TSGP Ep81 - Brian Bailys of Ascent | Connect. Hope. Live.

26 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Ascent recovery app co-founder Brian Bailys joins TSGP to explain the importance of a strong aftercare program. Brian also talks about his struggles w...

TSGP Ep80 - Pastor Dave Patterson | Celebrate Recovery

19 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Pastor Dave Patterson is the lead and founding Pastor at The Fathers House in Vacaville CA. Pastor Dave struggled with addiction and depression for ma...

TSGP Ep79 - What Can I Do About My Anger?

12 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Anger is a feeling. We all have experienced the feeling of anger in our lives. But how do we deal with it? Anger can sometimes make us do irrational t...

TSGP Ep78 - The Real Houswives of Alcoholics | The Jess, Mel & Seth Manter

05 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The Wives of Alcoholics speak out. The Jess & Mel join Shane & Seth for a comical look into the madness that was alcoholism and the clarity that is so...

TSGP Ep 77 - Dating, Marriage & Sober Sex | Tripp Kramer

29 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Dating Coach and creator of TrippAdvice.com Tripp Kramer joins TSGP to talk about relationships, dating, marriage, and sex in sobriety. The guys also ...

TSGP Ep76 - Tim Stoddart | SoberNation

22 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Stoddart is CEO of SoberNation.com, and also is a recovering addict. In this episode, we discuss recovery, how to follow your dreams and live out ...

TSGP Ep75 - 5 Tips To An Anxiety Free 2016 | Andrew Pearce

15 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Pearce is a Transformational Mentor from Melbourne Australia. Andrew guides people in overcoming their frustrations and anxieties through the ...

TSGP Ep74 - Dr. Ira Chasnoff | FASDs

08 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Ira Chasnoff is president of NTI Upstream and a Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago. He...

TSGP Ep73 - Sober Panel Meeting 2 | Relapse & Service Work

07 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this Sober Panel Meeting, Omar, Paul, & Shane discuss relapse and service work. The guys also answer a couple of questions from listeners recorde...