Episodes

  • Drunk on Stage, Sober in Life - Kristin Key

    Drunk on Stage, Sober in Life - Kristin Key
    Nov 25 2025
    Comedian Kristin Key joins Forrest to talk alcoholism, blackout drinking, recovery, mental health, and the moment she realized she couldn't joke her way out of it anymore. They get into rock bottoms that don't look like rock bottoms, performing drunk, hiding it from friends, and the weird mental gymnastics you do before you finally admit you have a problem. It's raw, funny, and full of real stories about denial, shame spirals, coming back from relapses, and rebuilding a life that doesn't revolve around booze or pretending everything's fine. 🎧 If you're sober, sober-curious, or just trying to keep it together, this one hits hard and still makes you laugh. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on addiction, recovery, mental health, and comedy. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Kristin Key 03:38 Struggles with Alcoholism 05:20 Transitioning to Sobriety 10:40 The Impact of Sobriety on Comedy 15:01 Finding Authenticity in Performance 18:31 Navigating Relationships in Sobriety 22:15 Emotional Rock Bottom and Recovery 32:14 The Journey to Sobriety and Acceptance 33:32 Navigating Relationships and Recovery 35:06 The Impact of COVID-19 on Lives 37:09 Reflections on Addiction and Recovery 45:33 Advice and Insights for Those Struggling 49:05 Introduction and Mental Health Awareness 49:33 Outro 🎙️ Find Kristin Key: 🔗 Website: https://kristinkey.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekristinkey/ ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kristinkeycomedy 👉 TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@kristinkeycomedy 🎧 Podcast: Kristin Knows Blank
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    50 mins
  • Sparkling Merlot & Rock Bottoms – Hannah Veldhoen

    Sparkling Merlot & Rock Bottoms – Hannah Veldhoen
    Nov 18 2025
    Comedian Hannah Veldhoen joins Forrest to talk addiction, drinking, cocaine, recovery, mental health, and the brutally honest moment that pushed her into sobriety. They get into drinking culture, doing drugs to "feel cool," quitting for real, and why honesty is the only thing that actually works. It's raw, funny, and packed with real stories about alcohol, cocaine, relapse, AA, and rebuilding your life without numbing out. 🎧 If you're sober, sober-curious, or stuck in the cycle, this episode hits hard and still makes you laugh. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on addiction, recovery, mental health, and comedy. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Hannah Veldhoen 04:27 Exploring Mental Health and Comedy 07:32 Addiction: A Personal Journey 13:24 The Allure and Reality of Cocaine 18:44 Romanticizing Addiction and Recovery 22:52 The Deceptive Nature of Alcohol and Wine 24:51 The Sparkling Merlot Obsession 26:30 Drinking Culture in Europe 27:54 Life in Different Cities 29:02 The Party Scene in Australia and Vegas 34:49 Turning Point: The Decision to Quit 38:11 The Journey to Sobriety 41:39 Rebuilding Trust After Addiction 42:52 Encouragement and Support in Recovery 48:19 The Role of Honesty in Recovery 49:08 Music and Addiction: A Personal Connection 54:31 Romanticizing Addiction: The Artist's Struggle 58:18 Confronting the Worst Addictions 01:07:53 Advice for Those Struggling with Addiction 01:11:08 Introduction and Acknowledgments 01:11:29 Mental Health Awareness and Resources 01:11:33 Outro 🎙️ Find Hannah Veldhoen: 🔗 Website: https://www.hannahveldhoen.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahveldhoen ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hannahveldhoen 🎧 Podcast: Menty Breaky
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Relationships & Addiction – Justin Foster

    Relationships & Addiction – Justin Foster
    Nov 11 2025
    This week, Forrest is joined by comedian Justin Foster to dive into the world of relationships and addiction — from how soon to tell someone you're in recovery, to the mental gymnastics of dating while sober. It's a raw, honest, and funny look at the intersection of love, sobriety, and self-awareness — packed with real stories, humor, and insights from two comedians who have seen it all. 🎧 If you've ever wondered how addiction impacts relationships, or just want to laugh through some uncomfortable truths, this episode's for you. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations about addiction, recovery, and mental health — all told through the lens of comedy and real life. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 04:59 Revisiting Past Experiences and Growth 08:21 Navigating Relationships and Addiction 15:59 Understanding the Addict Brain in Relationships 22:28 Working in Recovery: Bartending and Sobriety 24:55 Navigating Sobriety in Social Settings 25:56 The Journey of Sobriety: Reflections and Milestones 28:46 Letting Go: The Freedom of Rebuilding Life 31:54 Building a Life Beyond Addiction 32:52 Rapid Fire Questions: Insights and Humor 41:20 Understanding the Depth of Addiction 46:13 Hope and Recovery: A New Perspective 49:16 Helping Others: The Joy of Recovery 52:05 Final Thoughts: Seeking Help and Community 53:37 Acknowledgments 54:07 Mental Health Resources and Support 🎙️ Find Justin Foster: 🔗 Website: https://justincomic.weebly.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejustinfoster/ ▶️ YouTube: @thejustinfoster 🎧 Podcast: Foster The Podcast
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    55 mins
  • The NBA, The Mob & My Gambling Brain

    The NBA, The Mob & My Gambling Brain
    Nov 4 2025
    Forrest breaks down the wild world of sports gambling — from NBA prop-bet scandals to Chauncey Billups' alleged mob-run poker games — through the lens of someone who lived it. As a former gambling addict, he explains why these scandals make sense, how betting apps are wrecking people, and why celebrities pushing sportsbooks is doing real damage. It's fast, honest, and funny: addiction, prop bets, betting apps, money issues, chasing losses, and the dark side of gambling culture — all in one solo episode. 🎧 If gambling, sports betting, or addiction has touched your life, this episode hits hard. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on addiction, mental health, recovery, and real-life chaos. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 04:06 Upcoming Shows and Events 05:57 Gambling in the News 21:13 The Impact of Celebrity Endorsements in Gambling 24:26 The Influence of Celebrity Endorsements in Gambling 30:55 The Unregulated Nature of Online Gambling 36:59 Personal Reflections on Money and Gambling Addiction 46:45 Outro
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    47 mins
  • The CIA, The Strip Clubs & Team USA – Mike Glazer

    The CIA, The Strip Clubs & Team USA – Mike Glazer
    Oct 28 2025
    Comedian Mike Glazer joins Forrest for one of the wildest and most honest episodes yet — from smoking weed with Snoop Dogg to selling opium in Missouri, piercing himself during a blackout, and somehow ending up trying out for Team USA roller hockey. Now over 100 days sober, Mike opens up about addiction, lying to yourself, weed culture, ego, losing his identity, ice cream binges, and what it's like to rebuild your life while still performing in comedy clubs that are basically bars with spotlights. They dig into drugs, alcohol, mushrooms, weed fame, strip-club sponsorships, weight struggles, trauma, and the strange path that led him from the rink to the stage. It's raw, funny, and full of insane true stories — all grounded in real recovery. 🎧 If you've battled addiction or love a "how is this even real?" life story, this episode is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes about addiction, recovery, mental health, and the chaos of being human. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Dog Talk 04:34 Meet Mike Glazer: Comedian and Storyteller 06:04 Struggles with Addiction and Honesty 08:58 Navigating Sobriety and Comedy 12:04 Alaska: A Double-Edged Sword for Addicts 14:02 Gambling Addiction and Its Impact 16:51 Food Addiction and Body Image 19:52 The Ozempic Era and Celebrity Culture 22:54 Reflections on Addiction in Comedy 26:05 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth 38:11 The Roller Hockey Journey and Substance Use 43:03 From Partying to Olympic Dreams 44:39 Reflections on Sobriety and Regret 46:22 The Struggles of Recovery and Sugar Addiction 51:28 Culinary Adventures and Future Travels 54:57 Finding Identity in Recovery and Comedy 01:00:45 The Transition from Athlete to Comedian 01:03:33 Insights on Addiction and Recovery 🎙️ Find Mike Glazer: 👉 TikTok : Under The Denver Airport : https://www.tiktok.com/@underthedenverairport 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glazerboohoohoo ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Glazerboohoohoo 👉 TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@glazerjokes
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Alcohol, Shame & Small Wins - Brittany Lyseng

    Alcohol, Shame & Small Wins - Brittany Lyseng
    Oct 21 2025
    Comedian Brittany Lyseng joins Forrest to talk booze, denial, and trying to rebuild your life one small win at a time. From being the "fun face" people send shots to onstage, to the one drink that instantly reminded her why she quit, Brittany breaks down alcohol, shame, and figuring out recovery without a program. They get into bad advice ("just drink a little every night"), learning to take real compliments, and what it feels like to quietly fix your life without labels or perfection. 🎧 If you've been "fun on the outside, falling apart on the inside," or you've quit drinking and wondered who you even are now, you'll love this one. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes about addiction, recovery, mental health, and the chaos of being human. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Brittany Lyseng 06:48 Brittany's Journey to Sobriety 10:39 The Realization of a Problem 14:36 The Impact of Environment on Drinking 18:49 Facing Reality and Guilt 22:50 The Challenge of Sobriety 26:41 Family Dynamics and Sobriety 29:24 Cultural Attitudes Towards Drinking 33:23 The Blue Collar Drinking Culture 35:10 Life at the Construction Site 35:31 Dolphins and Their Healing Powers 37:29 The Hangover Cure: Diving Deep 38:39 The Drug Test Dilemma 40:40 Cocaine vs. Marijuana: The Drug Testing Paradox 41:50 The History of Alcohol in Aviation 43:59 Romanticizing Addiction 44:59 Therapeutic Storytelling in Recovery 48:03 Finding Your Own Path in Recovery 48:24 The Impact of Small Acknowledgments 49:52 The Role of Compliments in Recovery 51:06 Music and Addiction 53:41 Justifying Addiction 55:16 The Scourge of Fentanyl 57:33 The Wild World of PCP 59:18 Hope and Recovery 59:25 Proud Moments in Recovery 01:01:31 Worst Advice During Struggles 01:02:48 Encouragement for Those Struggling 01:04:12 Introduction and Mental Health Awareness 01:07:03 Global Crisis Hotlines Overview 01:07:10 Outro 🎙️ Find Brittany Lyseng: 🔗 Website: https://www.brittanylyseng.com/shows 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanythecomedian 👉 TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@brittanylyseng
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Drinking, Ego & All the Dumb Stuff We Did - Des Bishop

    Drinking, Ego & All the Dumb Stuff We Did - Des Bishop
    Oct 14 2025
    Comedian Des Bishop joins Forrest to talk addiction, drinking, drugs, ego, recovery, and the emotional work that comes after you stop. They get into stopping young, growing up in a recovery household, blackouts, denial, trying to control the uncontrollable, and why he still considers himself an addict 30 years later. They also talk about identity, self-sabotage, trauma, emotional resilience, aging, grief, parenting, regret, and the weird psychological gymnastics comedians do to cope with real life when the jokes run out. 🎧 If you've ever tried to outrun your own brain — or wondered why change feels so damn hard — this episode is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on addiction, recovery, mental health, and comedy. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Dez Bishop 06:50 Cultural Differences in Comedy 09:55 Des Bishop's Journey with Addiction 12:51 The Complexity of Recovery 15:48 The Evolution of Recovery Language 18:51 Generational Perspectives on Resilience 21:56 Navigating the Comedy Industry 24:43 The Impact of Ego in Comedy 27:48 The Importance of Self-Forgetfulness 30:57 Grounding in the Face of Success 33:55 The Hidden Struggles of Gambling Addiction 38:26 Understanding Addiction and Its Impact 40:29 Personal Journeys: Early Experiences with Addiction 45:20 Family Influence and Recovery 51:04 The Role of Support Systems in Recovery 57:02 Reflections on Cancer and Life Decisions 01:05:30 Advice for Those Struggling with Addiction 01:15:15 Introduction and Guest Appreciation 01:15:15 Mental Health Resources and Support 01:17:05 Finding the Right Help 01:17:43 New Chapter59:25 Proud Moments in Recovery 01:01:31 Worst Advice During Struggles 01:02:48 Encouragement for Those Struggling 01:04:12 Introduction and Mental Health Awareness 01:07:03 Global Crisis Hotlines Overview 01:07:10 Outro 🎙️ Find Des Bishop: 🔗 Website: https://www.desbishop.net/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desbishop 👉 TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@desbishop5
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Addiction, Policy & Why the System's Broken - Blaise Markovich

    Addiction, Policy & Why the System's Broken - Blaise Markovich
    Oct 7 2025
    Business and psychology researcher Blaise Markovich joins Forrest to talk addiction, public policy, mental health, harm reduction, and the systems that fail people long before they "hit bottom." They get into bad policy, the war on drugs mindset, privatized rehab, insurance nightmares, decriminalization, GLP-1 medications, and why treatment access depends more on politics and profit than human need. They also dive into dopamine, gambling, gaming addiction, brain science, deep-brain stimulation, future tech, self-control, trauma, and how the human brain is being rewired by phones, apps, and modern life. It's a raw, thoughtful conversation about the forces shaping addiction today — and what real support could actually look like. 🎧 If you've ever battled addiction, loved someone who's struggling, or just wondered why the system feels impossible, this episode is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on addiction, recovery, mental health, and comedy. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 11:19 The State of Mental Health and Addiction Policy 19:49 Decriminalization and Legalization of Drugs 30:53 Future Policy Changes for Addiction Support 36:06 The Struggle of Long-Term Thinking in Addiction 38:37 Exploring GLP-1 and Its Impact on Addiction 44:04 Deep Brain Stimulation: A New Frontier in Treatment 49:21 The Future of Addiction Treatment and Aftercare 56:56 Finding What Works: Personalizing Recovery 58:12 The Value of Life Experience in Giving Advice 59:26 Crisis Support and Resources 01:00:46 Outro
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    1 hr and 1 min