Episodes

  • 314: What Comes First Addiction or Mental Health With Stephanie Marquesano

    314: What Comes First Addiction or Mental Health With Stephanie Marquesano
    May 7 2025
    In this episode of the Soberful podcast, Veronica Valli speaks with Stephanie Marquesano, founder of The Harris Project, a nonprofit dedicated to addressing co-occurring disorders. Stephanie shares her personal journey following the tragic loss of her son, Harris, to an accidental overdose. The conversation delves into the complexities of co-occurring disorders, the importance of prevention and education, and the need for integrated treatment approaches. Stephanie emphasizes the significance of empowering young people with knowledge about mental health and substance use, and the role of community in supporting families facing these challenges. To learn more, visit the ⁠show notes⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • 313: The Redemption of a Mormon Drug Dealer With Sean Hemeon

    313: The Redemption of a Mormon Drug Dealer With Sean Hemeon
    Apr 30 2025
    In this episode of the Soberful podcast, Sean Hemeon shares his extraordinary journey from a troubled upbringing in a strict Mormon household to becoming a successful actor and author. He discusses his struggles with addiction, the challenges of coming out as gay, and the transformative power of sobriety. Sean reflects on his experiences as a drug dealer, the consequences of his actions, and the path to redemption through recovery and acting. He emphasizes the importance of spirituality and connection in his life, and shares his aspirations for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • 312: Dealing With the Consequences of Our Drinking

    312: Dealing With the Consequences of Our Drinking
    Apr 23 2025
    In this episode of the Soberful podcast, hosts Veronica Valli and Chip discuss the various consequences that arise after getting clean and sober. They explore the emotional, financial, and social repercussions of addiction, emphasizing the importance of community support and acceptance in navigating these challenges. The conversation highlights the need for honesty and the role of personal growth in overcoming the stigma associated with past behaviors. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to face their consequences with courage and seek help when needed. To learn more, visit the show notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • 311: What Sobriety Is and What It Isn’t

    311: What Sobriety Is and What It Isn’t
    Apr 16 2025
    In this episode of the Soberful podcast, Veronica Valli discusses the complexities of sobriety, emphasizing the importance of understanding what sobriety truly means. She distinguishes between complete abstinence and harm minimization, explores the concept of recovery, and addresses the common issue of cross-addiction. Valli also highlights the significance of emotional sobriety as a crucial aspect of lasting recovery, encouraging listeners to engage in practices that support their mental and emotional health. To learn more, visit the show notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • 310: People Pleasing Will Get You Drunk

    310: People Pleasing Will Get You Drunk
    Apr 9 2025
    Veronica discusses the detrimental effects of people pleasing on sobriety and emotional health. She emphasizes that getting sober involves not just abstaining from alcohol but also addressing emotional sobriety, which includes understanding and overcoming people pleasing behaviors. Valli explains how these behaviors often stem from childhood experiences and the belief that one is responsible for others' happiness. She advocates for setting boundaries as a crucial step towards emotional freedom and self-discovery, encouraging listeners to take responsibility for their own emotional experiences rather than trying to please others. To learn more, visit the show notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • 309: Celebrity, Addiction and Redemption With Jonathan Schwartz

    309: Celebrity, Addiction and Redemption With Jonathan Schwartz
    Apr 2 2025
    In 2016 Alanis Morissette discovered that her business manager had embezzled $4.7 million of her money. Jonathan Schwartz was at rehearsals with Beyonce when he realised that his six-year addiction and gambling problem had been discovered. Jonathan is a former wealth manager to the stars who went to prison for his crimes. He is now sober and this is his story back to humility and redemption. To learn more, visit the show notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • 308: How do I know if I should stop drinking?

    308: How do I know if I should stop drinking?
    Mar 26 2025
    Chip and Veronica discuss all the signs we ignore as we wrestle with the fact that alcohol may no longer be our friend. To learn more, visit the show notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • 307: Why We Need to Forgive With Dr. Frederic Luskin and Lyndon Harris

    307: Why We Need to Forgive With Dr. Frederic Luskin and Lyndon Harris
    Mar 19 2025
    Veronica is joined by two forgiveness experts who share the power of forgiving. To learn more, visit the show notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins