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 school
How the tragic loss of her father made her so rebellious she eventually got kicked out of school
Writing bestselling books as a teenager inspired by her life experiences
Moving to Hollywood at 21 and breaking into music journalism in the US
Suffering from panic attacks made worse by drinking
The many ways quitting drinking improved her mental and physical health
Moving to Vegas to go to wrestling school and becoming a pro wrestler for the NWA after meeting Billy Corgan
And More



This episode is sponsored by The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers – one of the oldest residential drug and alcohol rehab programs. ARC is a non-profit and was hit hard financially as a result of COVID. For more information, and to donate or sign up for their quarterly newsletter, visitthechanceto.org.

About Mayra Dias Gomes

Mayra Dias Gomes is a Brazilian writer, journalist, wrestler, actress, and model. She has written bestselling books including Fugalaça and Mil e Uma Noites de Silêncio and reported for Rolling Stone, VH1, MTV, Hollywood Reporter, and more. As a trained wrestler, she plays May Valentine in the NWA and models for magazines including Playboy.

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:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Growing up in Brazil and being a “rock kid” at school</li>
<li aria-level="1">How the tragic loss of her father made her so rebellious she eventually got kicked out of school</li>
<li aria-level="1">Writing bestselling books as a teenager inspired by her life experiences</li>
<li aria-level="1">Moving to Hollywood at 21 and breaking into music journalism in the US</li>
<li aria-level="1">Suffering from panic attacks made worse by drinking</li>
<li aria-level="1">The many ways quitting drinking improved her mental and physical health</li>
<li aria-level="1">Moving to Vegas to go to wrestling school and becoming a pro wrestler for the NWA after meeting Billy Corgan</li>
<li aria-level="1">And More</li>
</ul>
 
This episode is sponsored by The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers – one of the oldest residential drug and alcohol rehab programs. ARC is a non-profit and was hit hard financially as a result of COVID. For more information, and to donate or sign up for their quarterly newsletter, visit<a href="https://tinyurl.com/SalArmyARC"> </a><a href="http://thechanceto.org">thechanceto.org</a>.
About Mayra Dias Gomes
Mayra Dias Gomes is a Brazilian writer, journalist, wrestler, actress, and model. She has written bestselling books including Fugalaça and Mil e Uma Noites de Silêncio and reported for Rolling Stone, VH1, MTV, Hollywood Reporter, and more. As a trained wrestler, she plays May Valentine in the NWA and models for magazines including Playboy.

Matt Pinfield: Sound, Sobriety and Success is an inspiring podcast hosted by Matt Pinfield (MTV, WestwoodOne) who has been in the music scene for three decades and has been on the road for recovery with a little help from his friends. He has been vocal about his sobriety journey and this podcast seeks to inspire anyone going through similar situations. 

The Sound, Sobriety & Success podcast is all about open and honest discussions, with people from all walks of life, who have hit rock bottom. Through support they've turned their lives around. 

Matt Pinfield: Sound, Sobriety and Success is an inspiring podcast hosted by Matt Pinfield (MTV, WestwoodOne) who has been in the music scene for three decades and has been on the road for recovery with a little help from his friends. He has been vocal about his sobriety journey and this podcast seeks to inspire anyone going through similar situations. 
The Sound, Sobriety &amp; Success podcast is all about open and honest discussions, with people from all walks of life, who have hit rock bottom. Through support they've turned their lives around.

Matt Pinfield: Sound, Sobriety and Success

Mayra Dias Gomes

Jared Weeks is the co-founder of the band Saving Abel. He shares his story of trauma, addiction, and recovery and how unconditional love and forgiveness helped him grow.

On this episode, Jared talks to Matt about:
His experiences growing up in a small southern town and the trauma he faced including being molested as a child
Being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and the role it played in his life
His first experiences with alcohol and pills, and how he hit rock bottom
The importance of taking responsibility for his actions and making the decision to change
Finding support and unconditional love from his wife, and learning to forgive and love himself
The joy and motivation he found from becoming a parent and experiencing unconditional love from his children
Believing in yourself and the power of faith

And More

About Jared Weeks

Mississippi's Jared Weeks is powerful, rock-oriented singer who first came to the public's attention as the lead singer of the post-grunge outfit Saving Abel. A native of Corinth, Mississippi, Weeks co-founded Saving Abel with guitarist Jason Null in 2004. After ten years and three albums with the band, Weeks announced in 2013 that he had parted ways with Saving Abel to pursue a solo career. Also around this time, he briefly stepped in to sing for Oklahoma's Hinder on several tour dates while Hinder vocalist Austin Winkler completed rehab. Weeks released his debut solo album “Brand New Me.”

Jared Weeks is the co-founder of the band Saving Abel. He shares his story of trauma, addiction, and recovery and how unconditional love and forgiveness helped him grow.
On this episode, Jared talks to Matt about:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">His experiences growing up in a small southern town and the trauma he faced including being molested as a child</li>
<li aria-level="1">Being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and the role it played in his life</li>
<li aria-level="1">His first experiences with alcohol and pills, and how he hit rock bottom</li>
<li aria-level="1">The importance of taking responsibility for his actions and making the decision to change</li>
<li aria-level="1">Finding support and unconditional love from his wife, and learning to forgive and love himself</li>
<li aria-level="1">The joy and motivation he found from becoming a parent and experiencing unconditional love from his children</li>
<li aria-level="1">Believing in yourself and the power of faith</li>
</ul>
And More
About Jared Weeks
Mississippi's Jared Weeks is powerful, rock-oriented singer who first came to the public's attention as the lead singer of the post-grunge outfit Saving Abel. A native of Corinth, Mississippi, Weeks co-founded Saving Abel with guitarist Jason Null in 2004. After ten years and three albums with the band, Weeks announced in 2013 that he had parted ways with Saving Abel to pursue a solo career. Also around this time, he briefly stepped in to sing for Oklahoma's Hinder on several tour dates while Hinder vocalist Austin Winkler completed rehab. Weeks released his debut solo album “Brand New Me.”

Jared Weeks is the co-founder of the band Saving Abel. He shares his story of trauma, addiction, and recovery and how unconditional love and forgiveness helped him grow.

Jared Weeks

Marko Babineau is a legendary record executive turned successful real estate agent. He shares his successes and rock bottoms and how becoming sober changed his life

On this episode, Marko talks to Matt about:
Growing up in Dorchester, MA, and winning 2 world championships marching with the Boston Crusaders marching band
Becoming a local marketer and the out-of-the-box promotions he did with Arista Records
The wild night with BJ Thomas that he thought would get him fired
Touring in a van with The Police and breaking them to the US
Spending 3 weeks in his office calling people until he got 100 radio stations to play Joe Jackson
How he joined Geffen and
Hitting rock bottom and the turning point that lead to seeking help and becoming sober
How mentors and role models provided guidance and inspiration on his journey to sobriety.
The sense of gratitude, joy, and appreciation he got by living a sober life.
His transition to a career in real estate and the changing landscape of the music business.

And More

About Marko Babineau

Marko Babineau spent 28 years in the recording industry. He was general manager of Geffen Records DCG music label and has worked with legends such as Clive Davis, Herb Alpert, and David Geffen while promoting superstar acts including Sting, Elton John, Cher, Don Henley, Aerosmith, and Nirvana.

Babineau now channels his promotional talent into representing and marketing residential homes and condominiums, providing a high level of personalized service, earning accolades as a top producer, and helping others realize their real estate dreams.

A member of the Beverly Hills Greater Los Angeles Association of Realtors® (BHGLAAR), Marko is a resident of Burbank's Rancho District and an avid equestrian. In his spare time, he plays drums with "The Contenders," a Pretenders tribute band.

Marko Babineau is a legendary record executive turned successful real estate agent. He shares his successes and rock bottoms and how becoming sober changed his life
On this episode, Marko talks to Matt about:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Growing up in Dorchester, MA, and winning 2 world championships marching with the Boston Crusaders marching band</li>
<li aria-level="1">Becoming a local marketer and the out-of-the-box promotions he did with Arista Records</li>
<li aria-level="1">The wild night with BJ Thomas that he thought would get him fired</li>
<li aria-level="1">Touring in a van with The Police and breaking them to the US</li>
<li aria-level="1">Spending 3 weeks in his office calling people until he got 100 radio stations to play Joe Jackson</li>
<li aria-level="1">How he joined Geffen and</li>
<li aria-level="1">Hitting rock bottom and the turning point that lead to seeking help and becoming sober</li>
<li aria-level="1">How mentors and role models provided guidance and inspiration on his journey to sobriety.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The sense of gratitude, joy, and appreciation he got by living a sober life.</li>
<li aria-level="1">His transition to a career in real estate and the changing landscape of the music business.</li>
</ul>
And More
About Marko Babineau
Marko Babineau spent 28 years in the recording industry. He was general manager of Geffen Records DCG music label and has worked with legends such as Clive Davis, Herb Alpert, and David Geffen while promoting superstar acts including Sting, Elton John, Cher, Don Henley, Aerosmith, and Nirvana.
Babineau now channels his promotional talent into representing and marketing residential homes and condominiums, providing a high level of personalized service, earning accolades as a top producer, and helping others realize their real estate dreams.
A member of the Beverly Hills Greater Los Angeles Association of Realtors® (BHGLAAR), Marko is a resident of Burbank's Rancho District and an avid equestrian. In his spare time, he plays drums with "The Contenders," a Pretenders tribute band.

Marko Babineau is a legendary record executive turned successful real estate agent. He shares his successes and rock bottoms and how becoming sober changed his life

Marko Babineau

The Holidays can be a difficult time, especially for addicts. Matt Pinfields reminds us that you never have to go through your struggles alone and it's always ok to seek help. Everyone deserves a chance to live the best life they can.

Happy Holidays and thank you for listening this year!

The Holidays can be a difficult time, especially for addicts. Matt Pinfields reminds us that you never have to go through your struggles alone and it's always ok to seek help. Everyone deserves a chance to live the best life they can. Happy Holidays and thank you for listening this year!

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