Best DeAnn Knighton Podcasts (2024)

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Anxiety in recovery and the sober maze with Marin Nelson 56:19

3M ago56:19

56:19

In this week's episode, DeAnn is joined by Marin Nelson, one of the original founding members of Soberforce and a current founding member of Sobrynth. They discuss the role of anxiety and depression in addiction and highlight the importance of normalizing the conversation around sobriety in the workplace. Key Discussion Points: * Marin Nelson share…

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What it means to build a Recovery Ready Workplace w/Cheryl Brown Merriwether 35:10

6M ago35:10

35:10

Cheryl Brown Merriwether, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CPRC, CRSS, CM CoFounder, Vice President, Executive Director, International Center for Addiction & Recovery Education™(ICARE) Cheryl shares her personal story of growing up as an adult child of an alcoholic, facing challenges in her family of origin, and confronting her issues with codependency. Prevention …

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From self-betrayal to honest parenting and vulnerable leadership (w/ Steve Knapp of Through the Glass Recovery) 41:26

7M ago41:26

41:26

Cross-over episode! Today, DeAnn is joined by half of the Through the Glass Recovery podcast team, Steve Knapp, to talk about sobriety, the workplace, and vulnerability. This is a candid conversation about difficult things that many are rarely willing to discuss with such self-awareness and humility. We are so grateful to Steve for sharing so much …

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The power of sober community in the workplace (a conversation w/ Earl Murphy, Soberforce President) 33:38

7M ago33:38

33:38

In this week's episode, DeAnn speaks with Earl Murphy. Earl is the current president of Soberforce, the peer-led sober community within Salesforce that was started during the pandemic. Conversation Includes: Earl's journey from deep entrenchment in drinking culture to leading a business resource group for sobriety at Salesforce. Soberforce at Sales…

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Navigating non-alcoholic beverage options in recovery 24:32

7M ago24:32

24:32

This week, co-founder Craig Knighton takes the host seat to interview DeAnn to discuss recent shared non-alcoholic experiences. The conversation considers trauma, triggers, and recovery impact. They are joined by a special guest who shares an alternative perspective on recovery and non-alcoholic beverage options. -Non-alcoholic options in a restaur…

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Sober Positive Workplace | Dry January Episode Series Intro (feat. tattoos) 11:01

7M ago11:01

11:01

Welcome to January and 2024. This episode introduces the content dropping in January. We have FIVE great interviews coming this month, including an episode when Craig interviews DeAnn about a recent shared experience that did not go as expected. Today's episode is a quick reflection episode to set that up, along with some foundation for the other u…

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Inclusion and peer recovery in the workplace (w/ Dr. Masica Jordan-Alston) 20:08

11M ago20:08

20:08

In this week's episode, we connect with Dr. Masica Jordan-Alston of Jordan Peer Recovery. Dr. Jordan-Alston and her team have worked systematically to create change through diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility for all, starting with peer recovery training and certification in every US state and internationally. She also has some powerful…

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Rite of passage: why is alcohol our go-to for adulting, sophistication and fun? (featuring Karolina Rzadkowolska) 38:05

11M ago38:05

38:05

On this week's episode of our Sober Positive Workplace Series, DeAnn speaks with Karolina Rzadkowolska, author of "Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You". Karolina is a powerhouse in the alcohol-free movement. She has helped countless gray-area drinkers reconsider their relationship with alcohol. The episode discusses alcoh…

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Alcohol Safe Workplace UK - Interview with founder of Choose Sunrise: Janet Hadley 35:25

11M ago35:25

35:25

Host, DeAnn Knighton, and Janet Hadley, founder of Choose Sunrise (UK organization), review considerations for employers in building alcohol safety into their organizations Stigma and workplace. 7:37 Reaching out to the gray area drinkers in the workplace Stigma is a result of our evolution to put people into groups, which is useful, but creates bl…

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Sober Positive Workplace Series: Kick Off | Host Bio 17:50

12M ago17:50

17:50

Welcome to the first official episode of the Sober Positive Workplace Series brought to you by Show Up and Stay and hosted by President and Co-Founder, DeAnn Knighton. This week is a quick background on the host and some general information about the Sober Positive Workplace project. When we use the power of normalization to change the narrative. 1…

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Podcast Update 0:43

12M ago0:43

0:43

A quick update from the show about our podcast plans. Thank you for your patience during this recent break. We will be coming back in September with episodes focused on our Sober Positive Workplace Initiative. Follow the Sober Positive Workplace Showcase page below to show your support for our work and the importance of building inclusive workplace…

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Mini Episode: Podcast and Sober Positive Workplace Update 4:20

12M ago4:20

4:20

A quick update from the show about our podcast plans. Thank you for your patience during this recent break. We will be coming back in September with episodes focused on our Sober Positive Workplace Initiative. Follow the Sober Positive Workplace Showcase page below to show your support for our work and the importance of building inclusive workplace…

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the "our history of addiction" episode (feat. Dr. Carl Erik Fisher, Author of "The Urge") 36:39

1y ago36:39

36:39

Today, DeAnn interviews Dr. Carl Erik Fisher, author of the "The Urge: Our History of Addiction". This has been DeAnn's favorite recovery read of the past couple of years, so it was an honor to have Carl on the Show. The episode is a high level discussion of the key themes in the book, as well as about the meaningful ways that Carl integrated his o…

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Sober Positive Workplace (feat. happy hour host ideas with Zero Proof Experiences) 12:52

1y ago12:52

12:52

Susie Streelman and Peggi Cooney of Zero Proof Experiences and This Side of Alcohol are back to join the Show Up and Stay conversation about the "Sober Positive Workplace". Peggi shares a story of a full sobriety acceptance at work Susie shares some ideas for hosts of mixed events that incorporate alcohol and the alcohol free without sacrificing so…

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the "alcohol free way" episode (feat. Susie Streelman + Peggi Cooney) 27:15

1y ago27:15

27:15

This week DeAnn is joined by two special guests that have made an impact in the alcohol free and/or sober curious movement. These normalizers are working to show us that alcohol free does not have to be boring and to help us build a new type of community that is smashing stigma. Susie Streelman @zeroproofexperiences Peggi Cooney @thissideofalcohol …

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the "psychology, the science?" episode (feat. normalizers + spirituality) 26:14

1y ago26:14

26:14

In this week's episode DeAnn digs into the conversation around the precipitating factors that causes debate around Psychology as a science. She also discuss the role of science and spirituality as a continuation from last week's research episode. She digs into an article that was published in the times in March about individual "right to nonreligio…

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the "recovery research triangle" episode (feat. Quyen Ngo PHD of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation) 31:35

1y ago31:35

31:35

DeAnn and Craig interview a very special guest. Dr. Quyen Ngo is the Executive director of research at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. They cover a lot of ground in 30 minutes: trends in Substance Abuse Disorder research including digital solutions and the vagus nerve and the impact of addiction on the nervous system experimental research of use of…

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the "young brain" episode (feat. the D.A.R.E story + neuroscience) 20:57

1y ago20:57

20:57

In this week we review the story of the notorious D.A.R.E. program, and examine why it did not work. We talk about some recent developments in Neuroscience as it relates to the teenage brain and look at the updated D.A.R.E curriculum titled "keep'n it real" References https://americanaddictioncenters.org/blog/new-dare-program-work https://www.pewre…

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the "sour grapes" episode (feat. cognitive dissonance and some evolving AA thoughts) 30:52

1+ y ago30:52

30:52

This episode is about the fable of the "sour grapes" and how it is really a simplified version to help us with the concept of cognitive dissonance. In this week's episode: Fables, Aesop, "cautionary tales" and "story time" "Sour Grapes" as a version of cognitive dissonance DeAnn's tips for applying this concept to recovery work, including an exerci…

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Sober Positive Workplace (feat. what employers need to know) 15:14

1+ y ago15:14

15:14

In part 2 of our workplace series, we discuss the things employers need to know to create a "sober positive" environment. Michael Scott ("The Office") defines an intervention and educates his employees on why "doing alcohol" is bad Compelling reasons employers should want to build a sober positive workplace including productivity impact Times are c…

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the "mop up" episode (feat. updates and "otherhood" + bonus music therapy) 32:42

1+ y ago32:42

32:42

This week we tie up some loose ends on some previous episodes. Update on School in followup to "the disappointment episode" Update on family life including bonus parents, step parents and "otherhood" in followup to last week's joy episode Retrospective: How "Maleficent" changed my mind about motherhood Bonus + Mini Music Therapy - a followup to "th…

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the joy episode (feat. Jen Butler + a "joyful" music therapy session) 31:50

1+ y ago31:50

31:50

Joy Intro Foreboding Joy Wine Mom Culture Gray Area Drinking Why alcohol interferes with joy The neuroscience of joy The pink cloud and joy A joy inspired music therapy session Guest Info: Jen Butler spent a decade as a stay-at-home mom before becoming a Certified Professional Life and Recovery Coach and SHE RECOVERS® Coach. To cope with the roller…

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Sober Positive Workplace (feat. it's me. the sober one at happy hour. hi.) 20:38

1+ y ago20:38

20:38

Today's episode is the first in a series we will be doing on what it means to build a "sober positive workplace". For this first episode we focus on "what we wish our colleagues knew", especially as it relates to work events that incorporate alcohol. Intro featuring Roger Sterling of Mad Men fame Some Humans Don't Drink DeAnn's sloppy story of adop…

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the forgiveness episode (feat. Cassandra James-Weathersby) w/ "five minutes to feel" and "cut-off your cut-off game") 51:40

1+ y ago51:40

51:40

My guest today is Cassandra James-Weathersby of Black Women DO Heal. I started preparations for this episode, with the intention of diving deep into the topic of forgiveness. However, nothing that I came across in my research was as powerful to me as the words of today's guest. I was so moved by our conversation that it has been all I've been able …

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the "love and sobriety in the time of covid" episode (feat. Ross B. circa 2021) 23:48

1+ y ago23:48

23:48

This is an episode I posted in 2021 and then took down. It is part two of the original episode I did with Ross in which we talk about how we met in recovery and built a relationship over zoom. I decided not post it at the time because I was in process of moving back to Utah and we were still very much figuring out how we were going to integrate our…

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the "music therapy 1" episode (feat. a top 3 list of recovery jams w/ Ross B) 42:37

1+ y ago42:37

42:37

Ross and I each share 3 songs that have impacted our recovery. I am calling this one a palate cleanser after some fairly of heavy episodes recently. We plan to do this at least quarterly - maybe more. Artists referenced in this episode include: Patty Griffin (of course, I am involved) Neil Young Nathaniel Rateliff Nina Simone The Highwomen Help us …

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the attachment and loss episode (feat. pet love and sobriety) 36:02

1+ y ago36:02

36:02

They say challenging things come in threes. Well, I have another heavy one this week, but it is worth it. If you connect with sobriety or attachment or pet grief in any way, this episode should hopefully resonate with you. Panic Attack/Movie Theater/Marley and Me Attachment and Pet Loss Disenfranchised Grief Honoring pets and ourselves Showing up f…

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the depression episode (feat. a brief history of "the blues"+managing mental health in recovery) 34:07

1+ y ago34:07

34:07

Today we talk about depression. Who says I don't know how to party. "The Blues Run the Game" and the story or Jackson C. Frank A brief history of "the blues" Depression and the DSM Accepting Depression and Self Observation Depression hid from me and here is why Signs I am Depressed Shared experience heals (Elizabeth Gilbert Quote on Depression) The…

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the reparenting episode (feat. Cybele Botran + social anxiety in recovery) 35:24

1+ y ago35:24

35:24

Today we are talking about the very useful healing tool of self reparenting and discuss examples of what it looks like day to day. Guest Bio -Cybele Botran, M.Ed, CPC, CPRC, SRCD Cybele’s coaching practice empowers women to look inside and connect with their most tender, truest selves. She works with sober and sober curious women who want to overco…

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the disappointment episode (feat. "the places that scare you" and "the story I am telling myself is..." 19:50

1+ y ago19:50

19:50

We regret to inform you....... today DeAnn learns some bummer news and uses some help from Pema Chodron to get her through Resources Chodron, Pema "The Places that Scare You" Help us reach 1,000 LinkedIn followers on the Sober Positive Workplace Showcase Page: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/sober-positive-workplace/?viewAsMember=true To stay up-…

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the "self trust in recovery" episode (feat. cathy comics+benadryl+how being sick reminds me of my addiction) 25:20

1+ y ago25:20

25:20

Weirdness of being ACTUALLY sick when you are sober Learning to trust yourself and acknowledge that you don't feel good Cathy comics+benadryl=a road to self trust in recovery. For me it did. Retro Narrative from 10/25/2020 the time I, sort of, accidentally mainlined Benadryl working through setbacks in recovery when you are isolated accepting, lovi…

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the "biopsychosocial" episode 18:10

1+ y ago18:10

18:10

This episode is like my version of Adele's "21" except that I am not 21, I am almost 43. But we do pay a little visit to 21 year old DeAnn and reframe a few things based on the BioPsychoSocial model. Yes - Psycho is in there. Reference List: Ashford José B., LeCroy, C. W., & Williams, L. (2018). Introduction to Human Behavior in the Social Environ…

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the "4 agreements" episode (feat. nathan van dyke) 32:58

1+ y ago32:58

32:58

A few years before I got sober I went to a Psych PA about the potential of starting antidepressants. After just a brief conversation with me she assessed that I had a value problem and needed to read "The Four Agreements". She was VERY confident. She wasn't necessarily wrong, but...... In today's episode, Nate and I chat about one of our favorite a…

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the grounding episode (feat. kelli parmley) 35:20

1+ y ago35:20

35:20

In today's episode, we talk about the specific power of grounding to assist healing both as individuals and in community. DeAnn is joined by Kelly Parmley, an important member of her personal recovery community. Lot's of wisdom from Kelly and some amazing insight to one of her tools, lovingly referred to as "The Scooby Doo". The episode ends with K…

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the "substance break-up" episode 17:12

1+ y ago17:12

17:12

In this week's episode DeAnn reads her original goodbye letter to alcohol and cries a little. We hear some great cello from Katie. If you're feeling raw today, you may want to sit this one out. It is meant to be a meditation of sorts. Something you listen to when you are sitting down and present in your body. Help us reach 1,000 LinkedIn followers …

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the "affirmantra" episode 29:12

1+ y ago29:12

29:12

If the word affirmation makes you think of "I'm good enough, I'm smart enough and gosh darnit people like me" then this episode is for you. DeAnn revisits some old "step work" and attempts to change your mind about mantras and affirmation. References Carnes, P. (2012). Affirmations. In Gentle path through the twelve steps: The classic guide for all…

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the dopamine episode (feat. craig knighton) 42:28

1+ y ago42:28

42:28

My brother Craig and I did a little dopamine book club. We are super cool. We discuss content from two recent books on the subject: The Molecule of More by Dr. Daniel Lieberman and Michael Long and Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anna Lembke. We discuss the power of this little pleasure plain instigator and how it plays a part both in the path to addiction …

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the recovery backslide episode (season 2 prologue) 37:35

1+ y ago37:35

37:35

Welcome to Season 2 of the Show Up and Stay podcast opens with your host, DeAnn Knighton, providing a retrospective of events that have lead to an emotional backslide, not a full relapse, but a cursor to it. This episode sets the stage for Season 2 of the podcast which will be a weekly show with new episodes dropping every Tuesday. MARCH 2019 - I f…

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storytellers: feat. "tapping (EFT)" amy (aka sobriety coach) 31:21

2+ y ago31:21

31:21

Today I talk with Amy C. Willis. She is a sobriety coach and certified in EFT/"Tapping". She shares her story, lots of tools and some great insight into empowerment and identity as it relates to sobriety. Resources: The 5-Step Guide to Kickstart Your Sobriety Workbook https://www.holandwell.com/5-steps-to-sobriety IG channel https://www.instagram.c…

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the "comorbidity+trauma+fun" episode (feat. nathan van dyke) 27:32

2+ y ago27:32

27:32

Description (pt. 2 of 2) Life comes full circle as I talk to my first recovery counselor about addiction and the brain, on the day of my three year sober anniversary. We talk co-occuring disorders, big T little T trauma and about fun. Thanks Nate! If you are interested in interviewing for a future episode of the Show Up and Stay Podcast, email me a…

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the "addicted brain" episode (feat. nathan van dyke) 35:23

2+ y ago35:23

35:23

Life comes full circle as I talk to my first recovery counselor about addiction and the brain, on the day of my three you sober anniversary. He gives us a run down on alchohol, opiods, stimulants and cocaine. What addiction to these different substances does to your body and brain and what it means to heal. Thanks Nate! If you are interested in int…

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storytellers: feat. minnesota blair (aka sobriety activist) 23:25

2+ y ago23:25

23:25

Blair Sharp of @sobrietyactivist joins us on the eve of her 4 year AF anniversary and shares her perspective on alcohol culture and recounts the gifts of her alcohol-free life. Website: www.blairsharp.com IG: @sobrietyactivist Other Mentions: @sobersis @sobercurator sobercurator.com If you are interested in interviewing for a future episode of the …

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storytellers: feat. washington alysse (aka "old timer" + sober curator) 30:35

2+ y ago30:35

30:35

Alysse shares the ups and downs of her 15 year sobriety journey as well as some insight into her work at The Sober Curator. Website: thesobercurator.com IG: @sobercurator www.thesobercurator.com www.alyssebryson.com Other Mentions: Dopesick and Single Drunk Female (Hulu) Clean Cause | www.cleancause.com If you are interested in interviewing for a f…

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the "practical guide to managing cravings" episode 20:54

2+ y ago20:54

20:54

A quick review of our 30 tips for managing cravings. For more information on Show Up and Stay, please visit our website at showupandstay.org or email me at deann@showupandstay.org. Help us reach 1,000 LinkedIn followers on the Sober Positive Workplace Showcase Page: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/sober-positive-workplace/?viewAsMember=true To st…

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the serenity episode (feat. "finding acceptance in recovery") 41:28

2+ y ago41:28

41:28

Dear Listener: Today’s episode is very special to me. I know I say often that they ALL are special. But this one is really special. It is the true culmination of three years of intensive work and study in order to pass on this 40 minutes of my soul to those in early recovery. I hope people will listen. I hope you will feel my heart in this. I hope …

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the triggers episode 32:56

2+ y ago32:56

32:56

If you are interested in participating in a future episode or in getting involved in our project please visit our website at showupandstay.org or email deann@showupandstay.org. Podcast Notes: 1) “You can’t heal in the same environment that made you sick is attributed to: Atlanta Author Reese Anderson.Feb 27, 2018 2) Reference to two recommended rea…

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storytellers: feat KL Wells + "self care when supporting loved ones" 19:35

3y ago19:35

19:35

A conversation with KL Wells Mother Influential Speaker Business Leader and Founder of www.voicesincourage.com Through her own personal story of supporting her son through addiction, KL learned a great deal about herself. She also learned of the inexcusable lack of resources that exist for those supporting loved ones in their addiction. So...... sh…

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storytellers: feat. utah ross + "relapse chronicles" 29:03

3y ago29:03

29:03

For more information please visit showupandstay.org you can also reach us at info@showupandstay.org #recovery #sober #sobriety #addiction #mentalhealth #showupandstay #showupandstayorg Help us reach 1,000 LinkedIn followers on the Sober Positive Workplace Showcase Page: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/sober-positive-workplace/?viewAsMember=true T…

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storytellers: feat. colorado lydia + "hustle culture" 18:22

3y ago18:22

18:22

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains strong language and adult content. Content also includes discussion of eating disorders, amphetamine use with specific brand mentioned, as well as the alway present discussion around addiction and alcohol use. Please be advised. Lydia’s Recovery Recommendations: Community: https://www.theluckiestclub.com/ Podc…

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the "sobriety emotions" episode (pt.2) 26:53

3y ago26:53

26:53

An introduction to our cravings tracker and some important things to know about emotions in early sobriety. (Pt. 1 of 2) If you like what we our doing please visit our website for ways to contribute or collaborate: showupandstay.org or email us at info@showupandstay.org Music by: Katie Hare https://soundcloud.com/katiehare https://katiehare.bandcam…

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