Howie Weinberg
Howie Weinberg is one of the most well known and prolific audio mastering engineers with over 19,000 mastering credits and 20 Grammys. He shares how he began his legendary career and how sobriety allows him to be happier, healthier, and better able to do what he loves. On this episode, Howie talks…
Mike Diamond
Mike Diamond, author, director, life coach and interventionist, known for his work on the hit TV shows NY Ink and Bondi Ink Tattoo Crew, shares how he went from partying hard in the Miami, LA, and NYC club scenes to becoming an interventionist and being the go-to guy to get people sober as well as …
Mayra Dias Gomes
Mayra Dias Gomes is a bestselling author, journalist, TV host, wrestler, model, and Matt’s neighbor. She shares her struggles with mental health and alcoholism and how becoming sober improved her life. On this episode, Mayra talks to Matt about: Growing up in Brazil and being a “rock kid” at schoo…
Patrick Alan Stone
Patrick Alan Stone, lead singer of Budderside, shares how years of drug use brought him to a dark place and how he was able to find a better life in recovery. He discusses how his acting and music careers and better relationships were only possible through sobriety. On this episode, Patrick talks …
Captain Paul Swain and Norman Mackenzie
Captain Paul Swain, officer of the Salvation Army, and Norman Mackenzie, Community Engagement Coordinator at the Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) in San Diego share how the ARC turned their lives around and how they have devoted their lives in service to others. They discuss the ARC…
Duff McKagan
Duff McKagan, founding member of Guns N’ Roses and Velvet Revolver shares how a near-death experience forced him to get sober and all the good that came from turning his life around. He recounts tales from the road, the music he loves, and what sobriety means to him. On this episode, Duff talks to…
Lynn McDonnell
Former record exec, Triple A format editor at AllAccess.com, and certified hypnotist and life coach Lynn McDonnell describes hypnotism and other techniques she used to become sober. She discusses working on herself and how she now helps others work be their best selves. On this episode, Lynn talk…
Art Alexakis
Frontman of Everclear, A&R rep, and activist Art Alexakis shares his experience using substances starting from an early age, and how he recovered. He discusses a difficult childhood that led to a life of music, sobriety, and activism. On this episode, Art talks to Matt about: Growing up without …
Michael Des Barres
Rock star, actor, and DJ on Little Steven’s Underground Garage Michael Des Barres shares stories from his decades-long music and acting career and over 4 decades of sobriety. He discusses the numerous bands and musicians he’s worked with and his advice for living a rock & roll life while staying so…
Jeff Saenz
Music producer Jeff Saenz of Modern Electric Sound Recorders in Dallas shares how his life was forever changed when both his arms were amputated following an accident. He discusses how he overcame adversity and chose to push forward, stay sober, and continue to pursue his love for music. On this…