Sobriety doesn’t just change your habits.
It changes your social surface area and that’s where most men get uncomfortable.

In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast (the number one sober podcast since 2014), we break down a hard truth most people won’t say out loud: when you stop drinking, your social circle often gets smaller, but your leverage gets bigger.

This isn’t about isolation.
It’s about signal-to-noise ratio.

We explore why sobriety naturally compresses relationships, how alcohol props up low-value social volume, and why fewer but clearer connections often lead to better decisions, stronger positioning, and higher performance.

Inside the episode:

• Why sobriety exposes which relationships were built on access vs alignment

• How fewer social obligations create more focus, time, and strategic clarity

• The difference between social popularity and social leverage

• Why some people get uncomfortable when you opt out, and what that reveals

• How disciplined men often get mislabeled before they get respected

We also unpack the trade-off most high-performing men face: short-term social friction in exchange for long-term authority, credibility, and optionality.

If you’ve noticed your calendar clearing, your phone getting quieter, or your tolerance for surface-level conversations dropping since you stopped drinking, this episode will help you understand why that’s not a loss. It’s a recalibration.

Bottom line:
Less noise. More signal.
Fewer circles. Greater leverage.

Listen to Episode 570 to reframe what sobriety is really doing to your social life and why the right rooms come later.

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Alcohol isn’t a reward. It’s not a release. It’s a performance tax and in this episode, we prove it.

On this week’s That Sober Guy Podcast (the number one sober podcast since 2014), we break down how even “moderate” drinking quietly drains focus, fragments sleep, dulls urgency, and taxes next-day execution. Drawing from real-world patterns and insights from the Sober Male Index, this episode exposes what most men feel but can’t quite name: you don’t feel hungover, you feel slightly off.

We cover:

• How alcohol disrupts sleep, cognition, and emotional regulation
• Why the biggest sobriety gain isn’t motivation, it’s baseline clarity
• The cultural protection around alcohol and why opting out makes people uncomfortable
• How alcohol delays stress, then charges interest
• Why “I don’t have a problem” is the wrong metric. and ROI is the right one

If you’re a high-performing man, an executive, founder, or leader, this episode will challenge you to audit what’s quietly leaking your energy and compressing your edge.

Bottom line:
If it costs tomorrow, it’s not a reward.
Clarity compounds faster than motivation.

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In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane sits down with friend Jason Coombs, a guy who’s been in the recovery trenches long enough to tell it like it is, and still hold a huge smile of gratitude.

Jason is the Founder and President of Brick House Recovery, a nationwide network of outpatient treatment centers helping people (and families) navigate substance abuse and mental health with personalized, no-BS care. With 15+ years in addiction recovery, Jason has helped thousands of people reclaim their lives, and their sanity.

He’s also the bestselling author of Unhooked and the host of the Get Unhooked Podcast, where he focuses on real-world help for families dealing with addiction.

• Jason’s Book – Unhooked:
  https://a.co/d/6lbtcbv

• Listen to the Get Unhooked Podcast:
  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-unhooked-podcast/id1793172489

• Check out Unhooked Family Programs:
  https://www.liveunhooked.com/shane

• Check out A Warrior Heart Boot Camp and use promo code SOBERGUY at checkout to get $100 off any 2026 Boot Camp!
  https://awarriorheart.com/

If you’re sober-curious, newly sober, or decades in but still feel “hooked” in other areas of life, this episode is for you. ️

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In Episode 566, we sit down with two new powerhouses in the sober movement, Margy Schaller & Laura Nelson from Sober Life Rocks to talk about owning your voice, breaking the stigma, and why 2026 is the year sober folks step into the spotlight loud and proud.

Together, Margy and Laura are on a mission: make sober choices normal, celebrated, and loud enough to shake the walls of the Orlando Convention Center.

And speaking of Orlando…

January 15, 2026
Orlando, Florida
A one-day, purpose-driven experience for:
– Sober influencers
– Podcasters
– Coaches
– AF brands
– Wellness leaders
– Recovery advocates
– Sober-curious creators
– ANYONE ready to be seen, be heard, and expand their sober impact

If you’ve ever said, “I feel called to share my story… but I don’t know where to start,” this is literally the room for you.

️ Why normalizing sober choices matters now more than ever
️ What it means to become “sober out loud”, even when it’s uncomfortable
️ How to build confidence, community, and impact in the alcohol-free space
️ Why sobriety is becoming a strength in business, leadership, and culture
️ Why AMPLIFY might be the most important sober event of 2026

Actionable Takeaways from Today’s Episode

1️⃣ Start Saying It Out Loud (Even If Your Voice Shakes)
Your story matters. The more you own it, the more you help someone else own theirs.

2️⃣ Build Your Sober Circle
Connection fuels momentum. Whether online or in-person, find your people or come meet them at AMPLIFY.

3️⃣ Your Sobriety Is an Advantage, Not a Limitation
In business, leadership, creativity — sober clarity is a superpower. Use it.

And if you’re feeling that nudge to step into a bigger version of yourself, come join Margy, Laura, and an entire room full of sober leaders in Orlando:

AMPLIFY Sober Voices — January 15th, 2026
Where sober creators go from “Who am I to share?” to “Who am I not to?”

Let’s get after it. Let’s stay sober. And let’s amplify voices that the world needs to hear.

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Boredom used to be that thing you tried to avoid with a barstool and a bourbon. Now that you’re sober(ish…or working on it), boredom hits different. It’s quieter, sneakier, and honestly, kind of uncomfortable. In this week’s episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane breaks down one of the biggest early sobriety traps straight from Chapter 4 of his new book Sober Guy, How Do I — how to handle boredom without losing your mind or your momentum.

We’ll talk about:

Why boredom isn’t actually the enemy, and what it’s really trying to tell you
How alcohol used to be a “shortcut to stimulation,” and why your brain needs a little re-training
Why high performers, business owners, and dudes who’ve lived life in the red zone struggle with quiet time more than anyone. Practical strategies to turn boredom into clarity, purpose, and progress (yes, really)

Shane keeps it authentic, honest, and slightly ridiculous, sharing stories from his own recovery journey plus some tools that have helped hundreds of men inside the Victory Circle community deal with downtime without sprinting toward the freezer for an IPA.

If you’ve ever found yourself pacing around the kitchen muttering “I just need to DO something,” this one’s for you.

️ Do a 5-Minute Mental Check-In:
Ask yourself: “Am I bored? Or am I avoiding something?” Write it down. Name it. Call the BS out loud.

️ Create a Boredom Menu:
List 10 things you can do instead of drink when boredom hits — walk, push-ups, cold shower, call a dude in the community, read 3 pages of a book… whatever works.

️ Schedule Your Downtime:
Don’t wait for boredom to attack you — plan to be “unproductive” on purpose. Structure actually creates freedom.

Want to go deeper?

Join our FREE men’s community — The Victory Circle to connect with other high-performing guys who are quitting drinking and leveling up in business, marriage, health, and mindset.
Grab Shane’s new book, Sober Guy, How Do I, on Amazon and get all 12 chapters of practical, no-nonsense sobriety guidance.
Apply for 1-on-1 coaching with Shane if you’re ready for serious accountability, clarity, and momentum in your sobriety and life.

Listen in, laugh a little, and remember — you’re not “bored,” you’re becoming awake. Let’s go.

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The holidays are here, the season of joy, family gatherings, food comas, and pretending everything isn't silently driving you insane. It’s also the time when people keep offering you alcohol even after you’ve said your not drinking.

In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest challenges for men in recovery: staying sober, calm, and grounded during holiday stress and social pressure. If you’re navigating family triggers, office parties, travel chaos, loneliness, or just trying not to slap Uncle Larry with a cold turkey leg, this episode is for you.

Inside this episode, we break down:

• How to stay sober during the holidays

• How to handle family stress, triggers, and awkward drinking pressure

• How to create boundaries without feeling guilty

• How to keep your mindset strong and your sobriety solid

• How to survive holiday gatherings alcohol-free, and still have a good time

• Simple tools to stay calm, centered, and connected

Shane shares real stories, practical tips, and a humorous take on navigating holiday chaos while staying sober. You’ll walk away with a plan, confidence, and a few laughs along the way.

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In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane sits down with fashion entrepreneur, social commerce innovator, and newly minted author Christos Garkinos, a man whose journey from Detroit to luxury fashion, Bravo TV, and running a $100M live-streaming network is impressive enough… but who's even more proud of one thing: staying sober.

Christos opens up about growing up with Greek immigrant parents, working with major brands like Disney and Virgin Megastores, pioneering the luxury resale world, and ultimately launching Covet by Christos, a massive community-driven luxury platform featured in places like Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, and The New York Times. But his latest creation might be his most personal yet: his first book, Covet the Comeback.

Together, Shane and Christos unpack why consistency matters, not just in sobriety, but in business, identity, spiritual growth, and making a comeback when life humbles you. They talk about what it means to just show up, surrender control, and let God work in places hustle alone won't fix.

• Comebacks require consistency, not perfection. Just show up, tell the truth, and let the work compound.

• Sobriety creates space for identity, not the other way around. When alcohol stops leading, purpose can start.

• God moves when you move. Taking action opens doors that prayer alone can't.

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Check out Christos's new Book Covet the Comeback here:

https://www.amazon.com/Covet-Comeback-Immigrants-Success-Everything/dp/196437734X

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