Sober Banter Guests: Inspiring Stories & Advocates

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In this episode of Sober Banter, Rachel is joined by Brenton Sconce—the meme genius behind @OfficeRecovery, a former pastor, and a fierce sober ally. Brenton opens up about his path to sobriety, beginning with rehab in July 2022 and evolving through deep aftercare, spiritual reflection, and a whole lot of humor.

He talks candidly about the moment he finally admitted he was an alcoholic, how the pressures of ministry shaped his addiction, and how The Office went from background comfort to a powerful language of recovery and connection.

We also dig into his latest mission: The Bloomsday Bear Crawl, a year-long challenge and fundraiser to provide scholarships for those seeking aftercare support in recovery.

🔗 Connect with Brenton / Office Recovery
📸 Instagram – @OfficeRecovery
https://www.instagram.com/officerecovery

🌐 Linktree – All Brenton's Links in One Place
https://linktr.ee/officerecoveryig

🛍️ Office Recovery Merch on Etsy
https://www.etsy.com/shop/OfficeRecovery

🐻 The Bloomsday Bear Crawl on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/thebloomsdaybearcrawl

📘 The Bloomsday Bear Crawl on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560276862353

🌍 Linktree – Support the Bloomsday Bear Crawl
https://linktr.ee/thebloomsdaybearcrawl

In this refreshing episode of Sober Banter, hosts Rachel and Colin sit down with Sarah Kate, founder of Some Good Clean Fun and a proud sober Canadian mom shaking up the world of non-alcoholic beverages. Once a self-proclaimed wine connoisseur, Sarah shares her transition from alcohol culture to alcohol-free confidence, offering candid stories about social pressure, parenting, and building a brand that celebrates sobriety without shame.Together, we talk about:

• What it’s really like to keep alcohol in the house when you’re sober
• How media and marketing have warped our views on drinking
• The emotional and practical impact of quitting alcohol on family dynamics
• And yes—a mocktail recipe you’ll want to try tonight (spoiler: it includes non-alcoholic beer and tonic!)

Whether you're sober curious or a longtime non-drinker, Sarah's warmth, wit, and wisdom will leave you inspired to rethink the role of alcohol in your life—and maybe even mix up a Summer Shandy along the way.

Get In Touch with Sarah! Follow her on Substack - - https://somegoodcleanfun.substack.com/Some Good Clean Fun Website and Recepies - https://www.somegoodcleanfun.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/somegoodcleanfun_caPintrest - https://www.pinterest.com/somegoodcleanfun

What do you get when you mix a fresh perspective on the 12 steps, a sharp sense of humor, and some unexpected twists in recovery? You get Danny Henriquez. In this episode, we sit down with the host of The Hen Dog Half to talk about getting sober, showing up for sponsees, and how to survive weddings without a drink in hand.

Danny brings the kind of insight that makes you laugh, nod, and think, “Okay... this guy gets it.” If you’re into honest recovery talk without the doom and gloom, this one’s for you.

🔍 Topics Covered in This Episode:
What early sobriety really felt like
Why service work actually works
The unexpected power of the Lord’s Prayer
Marriage and relationships in recovery
That dangerous little word: yet
Making peace with “having a drinking problem”
Why the 12 steps apply to everyone (not just alcoholics)
How AA doubles as group therapy
Sober travel and weddings—without the weirdness
Finding your people and your podcast voice

To get into contact with Danny Henriquez
E-mail: hendoghalf@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hendoghalf/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danny.h.henriquez
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@schoolyardpro02115

This week on Sober Banter, we’re joined by Tim Lineaweaver—a therapist, dad, and four decades sober.

Tim takes us back to 1984, when he first got sober, and walks us through how recovery has evolved (and what’s stayed the same) over the past 40 years. From navigating trauma in sobriety to talking with your kids about alcoholism, this conversation is full of real-life wisdom, humor, and heart.

We dive into early cravings, drinking dreams, and what it means to help others while still protecting your own peace. Whether you’re newly sober or years into the journey, Tim’s perspective will leave you feeling seen and supported.

Want more from Tim?
Follow his writing: wreckagetorecovery.substack.com
Reach out directly: tnt410@aol.com

In this episode, Sam Thomas, a writer and campaigner from Brighton, UK, shares his journey of sobriety since November 2019. He discusses overcoming alcohol dependence, including withdrawal and hallucinations. Sam also talks about his unique therapy with exotic pets, which helped him rationalize his fears. He reflects on founding a charity for men with eating disorders and personal sacrifices. Sam candidly discusses the ongoing nature of recovery, self-reflection, and his aspirations for a memoir. This episode explores addiction, mental health, and recovery.

Connect with Sam Thomas!
https://www.instagram.com/samthomas8186/
https://linktr.ee/samthomas8186

What happens when hitting rock bottom becomes the beginning of your biggest breakthrough? In this raw and riveting conversation, Rachel sits down with Kellie Adams—author of Shit I Do Sober—to explore her path from addiction to authenticity. From navigating postpartum depression to planning a sober wedding, Kelly shares the unfiltered truth about recovery, resilience, and finding purpose through pain.

Connect with Kellie Adams:

🌐 Website: shitidosober.com

📸 Instagram: @shitidosoberbook

📘 Facebook: S**t I Do Sober

🐦 X: @shitidosober

🎵 TikTok: @shitidosober

Check out Kellie Adams’ book, S**t I Do Sober, available now on Amazon!