I wanted to lighten things up a bit this week and share some of my not so proud moments of stupidity, disgustingness and ridiculousness. Chances are if your listening to this you probably have some of your own stories of stupidity, disgustingness and ridiculousness while drinking or using drugs. This is not an attempt to glorify these charades, but more of a focused effort around how we learn to accept, forgive, redeem, and sometimes laugh at the crazy situations we sometimes find ourselves in. ...
Oct 18, 2019•41 min•Ep. 289
Today’s message is titled Help Me Know Me Use Me…and it comes from a word I heard recently from Pastor Dave Patterson at the Fathers House in Vacaville. I wanted to dive a bit deeper of what Help Me Know Me Use Me means to me, and how it applies to those out there struggling with addiction or anything else that life throws at us. Also joining todays show to chime in is the lovely, beautiful, independent, doesn't take crap mother of my 2 kids, wife of 11 years and selfless all around amazing woma...
Oct 14, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 288
What is ego? It's defined as: A person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance. The fact is that we all have an ego to some extent. I have an ego. You have an ego. It’s just the way we are wired. The battle for me is becoming more conscious of it, and realizing that in order to have freedom and peace, I need to be completely honest with myself, recognize and admit when my own ego is starting to be a factor in any given situation I might deal with throughout the day. Today I dive into this some...
Oct 04, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 287
Crossfit Athletes Trent Williamson, James Reed & Eric Gibson join the podcast live from Vacaville Crossfit North to discuss crossfit, coaching, and share some of their own failures and successes along the way. Links http://crossfitvvn.com @crossfit_vvn @the_shmadpanda @ericgibby_ @cf_coach_trent @armada_strength https://armadastrength.com Check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com Connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and @shaneramer on twitter Need Help? Go to foundationshelp.com/sobergu...
Sep 30, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 286
Should I worry about the things I can't control? How can I be grateful and content with where I am at if I'm not happy? Is happiness a choice, or do the things I have make me happy? These are some of the questions we break down in this episode. Be sure to check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com also connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and on twitter @shaneramer Need Help? Go to foundationshelp.com/soberguy or call 833-81-SOBER Thanks to our Sponsors: Foundations Recovery Network Humans M...
Sep 20, 2019•55 min•Ep. 285
How often have you taken a moment to reflect on how far you’ve come, or taken a look at who helped you get to where you are today? What role does God play in your life and your recovery? In this episode Shane takes a look at what can happen when we try to do recovery and life on our own. Recently celebrating 6 years sober, Shane explains how this became a turning point for letting go of doubt and trusting in faith. Need Help? Go to foundationshelp.com/soberguy or call 833-81-SOBER https://drawin...
Sep 13, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 284
Are you addicted to your phone? What you might find out will shock you! Smartphones, social media and technology have become a staple in our current society. But what do we do when we start feeling disconnected from reality because of our smartphone addiction? In order to find out, I recently upgraded to a flip phone, and I can tell you this; Iv'e never felt more free. In this episode I throw out some stats on smartphone addiction, some tips as to how to tell if you or a loved one may be addicte...
Aug 30, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 283
Longtime friend and regular guest Seth Manter joins the show to discuss the guys upcoming backpacking trip, loss, acceptance and trusting in the process. "Big Cliff" makes an appearance to talk about the supplies he's taking on the backpacking trip including a banana milkshake and a barbecue. Shane also explains why he acted like a jerk because he was late and there was no gas in the car. Be sure to check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com also connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and on t...
Aug 16, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 282
How does taking things personal keep us from being at ease with ourselves and others? How are our minds separate from our hearts? Shane talks about a time when a guy cut him off and he took it personal. His mind overtook his heart and he lashed out in anger. He pulled the guy out of the van and slapped him in the face...or at least that's how Shane envisioned it. It turns out the guy may have just been in a hurry because he had to take a dump and pick his kids up at school! It wasn't personal, i...
Aug 09, 2019•46 min•Ep. 281
The Jess is back on the show to discuss what it's like being married to someone in recovery, as well as talk about her new podcast Honest Mom's . Dr. Phyllis makes her debut to answer some lister questions about pot, gambling, and why everyone in California wants ranch with their pizza. Shane & The Jess also go down the list of 23 Reasons to Quit Drinking. Check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com also connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and on twitter @shaneramer Honest Moms Podcast N...
Aug 02, 2019•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 280
Noel Min is a retired Marine Corps Veteran that served from 1998 to 2019, both in Iraq and Afghanistan. He started training Crossfit in 2009 and became a coach in 2010. Noel has coached all over the country and currently coaches at Vacaville Crossfit North in California. @crossfit_vvn Check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com Connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and @shaneramer on twitter Need Help? Go to foundationshelp.com/soberguy or call 833-81-SOBER Thanks to our Sponsors: Foundations ...
Jul 26, 2019•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 279
What can our kids teach us about relying on God? If I drop a ball, do I hang my head and quit or do I pick it up and get ready for the next one? Shane explores some of these questions, talks about coaching TeeBall, patience, double fisting ice cream and milk shakes at a River Cat's game and also reads some iTunes reviews. Be sure to check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com also connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and on twitter @shaneramer Need Help? Go to foundationshelp.com/soberguy or ...
Jul 20, 2019•48 min•Ep. 278
Control is something that is hard for many of us to let go of. How do we do it? In this episode Shane shares some of his recent struggles with control, obsessiveness, taking things personally, and also talks about how all restaurant managers look the same. Check out The Honest Moms Podcast HERE The Honest Moms Podcast - Overcoming Dependency Need Help? Go to foundationshelp.com/soberguy or call 833-81-SOBER Thanks to our Sponsors: Foundations Recovery Network Humans Music (Show Intro) For more r...
Jul 12, 2019•42 min•Ep. 277
Teo Alfero was born and raised in Argentina, and came to California in 1999 with $600 in his pocket and a desire to learn more. His passion for reaching out to young people in need of mentoring and guidance, combined with his unique understanding of the subtle yet powerful teachings of wolves inspired the creation of Wolf Connection, a sanctuary for wolves and wolfdogs north of Los Angeles. Teo is an experienced TedX speaker and now author of his first book, The Wolf Connection: What Wolves Can ...
Jul 05, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 276
LIVE from the Hollywood Improv Lab TSG hosts guests Skyler Stone, Matt McCarthy, Ken Garr & Justin Foster. The guys talk comedy, how they got sober, recovery, who would win in an all out brawl between AA & NA, and also played 7 & 7, the game where guests must answer 7 questions in 7 minutes. Actor Vince Vaughn may or may not have made a guest appearance at the show. Follow us @realthatsoberguy on instagram and @shaneramer on twitter and be sure to check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com...
Jun 28, 2019•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 275
In this episode Shane goes over an awesome email form bartender Alex who is 28 days sober and trying to stop drinking for good. Check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com Connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and @shaneramer on twitter Need help? Go to foundationshelp.com/soberguy or call 833-81-SOBER Thanks to our Sponsors: Foundations Recovery Network Humans Music (Show Intro) For more resources visit www.ThatSoberGuy.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...
Jun 22, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 274
This weeks episode is one to remember as good friend Seth Manter comes back for another episode of TSG! The guys sit down and express their liking for not taking things too serious while discussing what a proctology exam might be like. They also decide to do some prank calls like they did when we were 12. It turns out they were much funnier back then, but that doesn't mean you still can't have fun and act like a kid again. Check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com Connect with us on instagram @realth...
Jun 14, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 273
David Krantz is a health coach specializing in nutritional genomics, epigenetics, and the endocannabinoid system. David helps people understand how their particular set of genetics influences their nutritional needs, strategies for wellness, and why they might be more susceptible for addictive behavior. Follow David @wholesystemshealth david-krantz.com apeironcenter.com Check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com Connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and @shaneramer on twitter Do you or a love...
Jun 07, 2019•52 min•Ep. 272
Mark Crandall is a therapist, transformational life and business coach, workshop facilitator, Keynote Speaker, Author of The Best Selling book Embrace Your Past Win Your Future , and the host of Purpose Chasers Podcast. Mark went from a lost boy with countless traumatic experiences to drug addiction, prison, and an undying self-hatred to building multiple 6 figure coaching practices and leading life changing workshops where he empowers others to break free from their limiting beliefs towards cre...
May 31, 2019•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 271
Are you willing, honest and open minded? These are 3 key things to getting and staying sober. Shane talks about what they mean to him, and how they can help others trying to stay sober. Do you or a loved one need help? Go to foundationshelp.com/soberguy or call 833-81-SOBER For more information about Innovations In Behavioral Healthcare Recovery Conference in Nashville TN, CLICK HERE Check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com Connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and @shaneramer on twitter TS...
May 24, 2019•34 min•Ep. 270
Matt Gallagher is an actor, comedian and storyteller who was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Both sides of his family were Irish bar owners and he grew up with six sisters and no brothers. Matt’s latest special is called A Stumble in the Woods , which chronicles his unconventional life from kindergarten, through his slide into addiction and into recovery. Matt's Links https://www.stumbleinthewoods.com https://www.facebook.com/mattgallaghercomedy/ https://twitter.com/mgallaghercomic That Sober...
May 17, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 269
Chris Bell is an American director, producer and writer, known for his documentaries Bigger, Stronger, Faster, Trophy Kids, Prescription Thugs, and his latest film Leaf of Faith, which explores Kratom, a botanical supplement that has been proposed as an alternative to today's opioid painkillers. Chris himself battled alcoholism and addiction for many years, but has been sober since 2014. Chris lost his older brother Mike to a prescription pill addiction which helped motivate him to become an adv...
May 10, 2019•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 268
Just read the damn title again. For real. =) Check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com Connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and @shaneramer on twitter Thanks to our Sponsors: Foundations Recovery Network Humans Music (Show Intro For more resources visit www.ThatSoberGuy.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
May 03, 2019•38 min•Ep. 267
Shane's sponsor Buddy C joins the show to talk about sponsorship, explain what a dry drunk is, and how to deal with a loved one who is going into recovery. The guys also discuss acceptance and surrender, as well as answer questions and comments from listeners. To learn more about Heroes In Recovery go to heroesinrecovery.com/soberguy or call 833-81-SOBER, thats 833-81-SOBER TSG LIVE at the Hollywood Improv June 23rd - CLICK HERE for tickets Tao of Our Understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast Trans...
Apr 26, 2019•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 266
Darren Littlejohn is a best selling author, retreat leader, certified Yoga teacher and a certified Reiki healing practitioner. A recovering addict and a practitioner of Zen and Tibetan Buddhism, as well as a former mental health specialist, Darren crated a new program called Compassionate Recovery: A Universal, Inclusive, Trauma-informed Approach to Healing From Attachments and Addictions. The 12 Step Buddhist: Enhance Recovery from Any Addiction How to Gain Nothing from Buddhist Practice: A Pra...
Apr 19, 2019•38 min•Ep. 265
Sr. VP of Marketing at promises Behavioral Health Kathy Frossard joins the show to discuss the top 5 reasons the treatment industry is changing, what it takes to be a good leader and how to lead without trying to fix others. https://www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com Be sure to check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com also connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and on twitter @shaneramer If you or a loved one needs help go to foundationshelp.com/soberguy or call 833-81-SOBER, thats 833-81-SOBE...
Apr 18, 2019•35 min•Ep. 264
Jaana Woodbury is in long term recovery and is also an advocate for women through Anchored Tides Recovery. After a c-section she was prescribe opiates, which later led to a full blown heroin addiction. Jaana shares some of her story, as well as the benefits of CBD, holistic healing, oils, and working a recovery program. Follow Jaana @therootedcompany on Instagram Check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com Connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and @shaneramer on twitter If you or a loved one n...
Apr 17, 2019•45 min•Ep. 263
Harry Nelson is the co-founder and managing partner of Nelson Hardiman, a healthcare and life sciences law firm based in Los Angeles, California. He is the co-author of the 2017 book, From ObamaCare to Trumpcare: Why You Should Care , which focused on the recent past and future of U.S. health policy. Harry just released his new book The United States of Opioids: A Prescription for Liberating a Nation in Pain published by ForbesBooks. Books By Harry Nelson https://www.amazon.com/United-States-Opi...
Apr 17, 2019•21 min•Ep. 262
Elisa Saunders is a former school teacher and woman in long term recovery. She has worked in the treatment industry as a business development rep most recently with Foundations Recovery Network. in this episode we discuss getting uncomfortable, fear, stepping out, body brokers, a changing treatment industry, and how recovery has changed our lives. If you or a loved one needs help go to foundationshelp.com/soberguy or call 833-81-SOBER, thats 833-81-SOBER to talk with an admissions coordinator ab...
Apr 17, 2019•29 min•Ep. 261
TJ Woodward is a bestselling author, inspirational speaker, and awakening coach. He is also the creator of the widely popular Conscious Recovery Program. insta @tjwoodward.author Twitter - @tjwoodwardsf Facebook.com/tjwoodwardauthor www.tjwoodward.com Check us out at www.ThatSoberGuy.com Connect with us on instagram @realthatsoberguy and @shaneramer on twitter If you or a loved one needs help go to foundationshelp.com/soberguy or call 833-81-SOBER, thats 833-81-SOBER to talk with an admissions c...
Apr 16, 2019•49 min•Ep. 260
