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Episode 25: Jack Curran
It is the first episode of the New Year and we are featuring our youngest guest so far. Jack Curran speaks to us candidly about his ketamine addiction and by way of his account of the catastrophic mental and physical damage it caused him personally, gives a rather ominous warning to anyone even considering the drug.
Jack has been featured on The Guardian and on other media outlets, speaking out about genZ’s recreational drug of choice in the UK that at times made him feel like he ‘was peeing glass’. Jack is a recovery worker at Step By Step Recovery and is training to become a fully licensed counsellor. Having repaired a critically damaged relationship with his father and turned around mu...
Jack has been featured on The Guardian and on other media outlets, speaking out about genZ’s recreational drug of choice in the UK that at times made him feel like he ‘was peeing glass’. Jack is a recovery worker at Step By Step Recovery and is training to become a fully licensed counsellor. Having repaired a critically damaged relationship with his father and turned around mu...
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Episode 24: Paul’s Festive Toolkit
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As we are approaching the season of parties, cheer, family, friends, temptation and a whole minefield of disturbances to our serenity, we are sharing some of the ways in which Paul has handled the festive season over the years. We cover the gifts of Christmas present, the pain of Christmas past, the tips for Christmas future and unrealistic New Year’s resolutions. Just a taste of what’s to come...
Episode 23 Victoria Vanstone
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This week, we’re joined by Victoria Vanstone, self-confessed ‘drunk mother gone sober’. Victoria is the host of award-winning podcast Sober Awkward and author of the heartfelt and hilarious memoir, A Thousand Wasted Sundays. Known for her raw honesty and relatable humuor, she offers a fresh take on sobriety which appeals to drinkers of all classifications! We caught up with Victoria in Thailand...
Episode 22: Mark White
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Our guest this week is Mark White, who at over 22 years sober, has established himself as a community builder and true visionary. Mark has successfully launched workshops that are designed for ‘the next regeneration of mindful movers’ around the world and was recently voted as one of the UK’s top social entrepreneurs because of his work in the wellness space. One of the most driven people out t...
Episode 21: George
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In this episode, we follow George’s journey through the depths of addiction and his incredible transformation. For years, George was trapped in a destructive cycle of alcohol and drug abuse, leading to repeated hospitalisations for physical emergencies and psychiatric ward admissions for mental health emergencies. His addiction was fuelled by a desperate need to escape overwhelming emotions lik...
Episode 20: Vinny
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This is one of those remarkable interviews that will surprise you, pull on your heart strings and reveal the depth of the human spirit. Growing up in a conservative, deeply religious London family, our guest Vinny reveals how he strayed into a life of crime, addiction, and self-destruction. His rock bottom moment came after months of heavy substance abuse, a heart attack, and a near-tragic inci...
Episode 19: David McLaughlan
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Today we welcome Dr David McLaughlan to the show. David always had his sights set on a medical career, but did a bit of modelling in his earlier days. Working with a variety of people reinforced his values of being a kind and compassionate person, (so-called ‘soft skills’) and helps him engage with patients today. Now one of the UK's leading addiction psychiatrists, David has contributed to int...
Episode 18: Pandora Morris
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This week we hosted the incredible host of the Hurt to Healing podcast, Pandora Morris. A former lawyer turned mental health activist, Pandora’s journey began in childhood, facing OCD and an eating disorder that manifested through restrictive eating and chronic over-exercising. Much like obsessive behaviour often linked to addiction, Pandora would regularly run at least twenty miles a day, take...
Episode 17: Andy Ramage
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This week, we welcome former professional footballer turned successful entrepreneur Andy Ramage. After a career-ending injury, Andy pivoted to create two financial brokerages and soon discovered that his life changed dramatically when he decided to go alcohol-free. This decision not only transformed his health and mindset but also became his unique selling point, helping him stand out in a comp...
Episode 16: Ollie Ollerton
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This week we are super excited to welcome Ollie Ollerton onto the show. You might know Ollie from the British television programme SAS: Who Dares Wins? Ollie is not only a former Marine, SAS soldier, and Special Forces Combat Frogman, he's also an author of five books and the CEO of Breakpoint and Battle Ready Academy, two powerful physical and mental training academies. Ollie’s personal breakt...
Episode 15: Elliott Wald
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In this episode, Paul sits down with addiction expert Elliott Wald. Elliott is a trainer of NLP and is recognised as one of the world’s leading hypnosis experts. Speaking about the gradual and often unnoticed slide into cocaine addiction, Paul shares his personal experience of how his casual use turned into a debilitating habit, mirroring the stories of many who struggle with addiction. With ov...
Episode 14: Carol
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This week, we have the privilege of hearing Carol’s incredible journey, which began with unspeakable abuse and neglect she faced from a very young age. In an attempt to escape trauma and hardship, Carol turned to drugs and alcohol but eventually found sobriety at the age of 51. In her conversation with Paul, Carol opens up about everything from drinking in parks and getting into fights to the d...
Episode 13: Penny Mallory
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Today is World Mental Health Day, and we are incredibly fortunate to welcome Penny Mallory to the show. Penny is a Mental Toughness expert, former Rally Champion, motivational and TedX speaker, and currently training to row across the Atlantic Ocean. She’s no stranger to pushing boundaries-she even stepped into the boxing ring for the first time at the age of 42. While you may be captivated by ...
Episode 12: Henry Lunn
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A little something for our younger listeners this week! Today’s guest Henry Lunn found sobriety when he was just 25 years old. This may seem early, but just wait until you hear all he accomplished by the time he was twenty. After experiencing challenges in school and with his home life, Henry started his professional career as a teenager and started earning a lot of money very quickly and at a ...
Episode 11: Michael Cannan
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We would like to advise you that there are suicide references right from the start of this episode that some might find troubling. Please take care when watching. This week, Paul welcomes his close personal friend Michael Cannan. Michael is the author of Hunting Concrete Lines, which was the finalist for the Best Book Award for The Independent. Formerly a celebrity fitness trainer in Hollywood,...
Would love too see you do some stuff with menace too sobriety this channel along with this and Elliot Walds have helped me beyond belief - keep them coming 🙌🏾
There really isn’t much knowledge on ketamine abuse, I found jack through another pod cast and reached out to him! appreciate him sharing
Well Done Michelle ❤ I’m also in recovery coming up 3yrs now 🙏🤍
What an amazing man! And so kind offering to help any others out there suffering.....I wish him a happy, healthy life x
Wishing you and yours a healthy and prosperous 2025, Paul. Your channel is for the most part an undiscovered gem. It deserves a much broader audience. 💎
Anita from the cherry bombs and toto coelo I grew up with those bands and I'm in recovery myself
Tears in my eyes watching this! Close to my heart this! 😢
Not my normal thing to watch. But this was very interesting to hear and watch. I’m two years sober and have met and known Anita from her music days.
Loving these 🙏
Dear and lovely Anita! I am so, so proud of you. You are a Remarkable woman. You show such insight into all the issues you are sharing here. I truly hope people will give this a listen, it is so worth it. Also many thanks to you, Paul Sculfor, for making this interview. You are doing us listeners such a service. Thanks to you both!!!
Thanks for doing these. I listen to them regularly, and always leave me feeling really positive and wanting to make the right decisions, and also reach out for help when it's needed. The work matters, and is appreciated.
Well done Yasmin proud of you - this time 2 years ago I was just admitted to Castle Craig - they broke the cycle for me. Keep on. :)
Great episode, really empathise with the alcohol addiction. I struggle too Well done George you should be proud of yourself
Great conversation 👍🏼🙏🏻
haha, people watching don't know this guy made 70 million dollars in a single day
Thanks for making this. Really powerful story.
Just discovered your podcast and even after watching just two episodes, I've seen so many similarities to my life as a 42 year old guy. Great work!
George mate fair play, had the honour of spending my rehab stint with this legend. Guys a real champ
Well done George so proud of you❤
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Im watching all your podcasts back to back today and they are really helping to reinforce my desire to be sober. I started at 5am today and each one brings me clarity on so many things. Thank you Paul ♥
Great episode! Thanks
Brilliant. ED is stepchild of mental health.
Andy has inspired me first two years ago to go one year and now I'm starting again 😊
Absolutely inspiring, I have just downloaded the Dryy app and sent it to my husband who is currently in rehab. I am loving your podcasts Paul and I truly thank you and your guests as your helping me understand & support my husband in a much healthier and positive way!
Enjoyed this very much
Love this, truly inspiring thank you guys 🙏
What a great and honest interview, impressive stories on both sides. Once your mind is sober life is so much better 🙌
Great podcast. Thank you for posting .
Great listening Carol A powerful story It is lovely knowing you Pat Thankyou
Fantastic. So inspiring!
Amazing, Well done Yasmin!!!
Amazing episode, amazing podcast. Thank you Paul!
This is absolutely the strongest thing I've seen done ever so gracefully. Unlimited and unconditional respect. Really moving ✨️👸🏾🫶🏾
So proud of you Carole, you are a blessed and wonderful woman of God. He is purposed you for so much greatness and knowing you and hearing what have passed through is a testament that. May God continue to use you for His glory ❤️
Love what you’re doing with this Paul, it is very powerful and a great way to show people no matter how bad it gets there is a solution x
Carol, you are incredible, brave, and oh so strong. I'm very proud of you x
You're an incredible neighbour and a truly wonderful soul. This podcast has been absolutely amazing and truly touching. Your strength and courage shine through so admirably.
I’m so proud of you Carole 🥰
Your so brave and I love you always big sister ❤️
Well done Carole brilliant interview, you’re a natural love you 🎉❤🎉
That is my sister, who is bearing her soul to the world. Great job Carole.
Rehab is for the privileged few
Another great watch, thanks Paul
I’m always so excited when I wake up and see a new episode has been uploaded! I listen whilst I’m going about my business during the day and always some moments will make me stop in my tracks and take a pause. Always relatable and very inspiring also. Thankyou. And Thankyou Penny for sharing your honest and inspiring story! Amazing ❤❤
Excellent podcast Paul with Henry Lunn, as was with all the one's that went beforehand mate. It's turning into a great show that I look forward to listening to each week. Best wishes Tom K.
Unreal video, so vulnerable and honest. Amazing story and podcast 🔥
Anita! Love the Cherry Bombz album! And now I find out were sober buddies too!
Michael!!! That hour felt like 10 minutes. An elegant and beautiful reminder of the program and message that saved my life. Michael was one of those trailblazers for me that made it look doable. I’m grateful that he shine the light on the path for me personally… And for this amazing podcast! Beautiful work, Paul! I rolled into another episode and I’m looking forward to getting back to more! I love you both.⚔️❤️🔥🎯
This is such an important series of interviews. Diverse guests and candid conversations I have been recommending this to friends and colleagues. I have even used last weeks podcast to open up conversations with my teenager. Please continue with these important conversations wishing you all the success with the charity work thank you for sharing your journey 🙏🏻
Brilliant Chair