Rock Bottom With Ryan

In this in-depth interview, Christopher shares his personal journey through addiction, his experiences with alcohol and drugs from a young age, and how he transformed his life to help others. Discover insights on the spectrum of addiction, the importance of support systems, and practical advice for those struggling or curious about recovery.

Marley's inspiring journey from a tumultuous childhood and addiction to sobriety and healing. She shares her experiences with childhood trauma, manipulation, abuse, and her path to recovery, highlighting the importance of community, therapy, and resilience.

In this candid episode, Ryan and Rachel explore themes of sobriety, mental health, isolation, and personal growth. They share personal stories about grief, recovery, and the importance of community, offering insights and practical advice for navigating life's challenges sober.

Heidi shares her inspiring journey from active addiction to sobriety, highlighting the challenges, relapses, and the importance of community support in recovery. Her story offers valuable insights for anyone on or considering their recovery path.

This episode features an in-depth conversation with Michael, who shares his journey from childhood trauma, mental health struggles, and substance abuse to recovery. Discover how cultural influences, family dynamics, and personal resilience shaped his path to sobriety and self-awareness. This episode features Multifaceted Monster sharing his journey through addiction, recovery, and mental health advocacy. He discusses the importance of critical thinking in recovery, the role of music as a healing outlet, and the need for diverse paths to sobriety.

In this powerful episode, Ryan and Rachel sit down with Britt to talk about a journey marked by pain, resilience, and transformation. Britt opens up about her struggles with self-harm, how it evolved into addiction to drugs and alcohol, and the toll it took on her relationships with family and herself. With honesty and courage, she shares what it was like to feel trapped in that cycle—and what it took to finally break free. Now living a life of sobriety, Britt reflects on the healing process, the work it takes to stay grounded, and the challenges she’s faced along the way. Most importantly, she speaks about the role motherhood has played in her recovery and how it’s given her a renewed sense of purpose and strength. This episode is a testament to the possibility of change, the power of vulnerability, and the hope that even the darkest chapters can lead to something meaningful. Britt’s story is one of redemption, growth, and using your past to help light the way for others.

In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, host Ryan and co-host Rachel interview Erica Calhoun, a women's alcohol freedom coach. Erica shares her journey through addiction, including her early struggles with substance use, the impact of abusive relationships, and her decision to get sober. She discusses the challenges of early sobriety, the importance of therapy, and the role of community support. Erica also talks about her transition into sobriety coaching, offering advice for those who are sober curious or struggling with addiction. The conversation highlights personal growth, resilience, and the transformative power of recovery.

In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Andrew shares his journey through addiction, detailing his experiences with alcohol and cocaine, the impact of his family dynamics, and the progression of his drinking habits. He discusses the isolation that comes with alcoholism, the mental health struggles intertwined with addiction, and the eventual rock bottom that led him to seek recovery. Andrew emphasizes the importance of sobriety in finding happiness and offers advice for those in recovery, highlighting the benefits of living a sober life.

In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Greg shares his powerful journey through addiction, detailing his early life, the progression of his drinking, and the eventual consequences that led him to seek help. He discusses the challenges of sobriety, the importance of support, and how he has transformed his life through coaching and helping others. Greg emphasizes the significance of personal growth and the realization that life can be fulfilling and exciting without alcohol. His story serves as an inspiration for those struggling with addiction, highlighting that recovery is possible and that support is always available.

In this episode of Rock Bottom with Ryan, Theresa shares her inspiring journey of recovery from addiction. She discusses her early life, family dynamics, and the struggles she faced with alcohol and trauma. After experiencing significant loss, Theresa found support and began her path to sobriety. She emphasizes the importance of coping mechanisms, hobbies, and the role of family in her recovery. With five years of sobriety, she reflects on her growth, parenting, and the positive changes in her life, encouraging others to keep fighting and find their own paths to healing.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alex, a man whose life once spiraled deep into drug addiction and chaos. After surviving a terrifying experience of being drugged and facing moments that could have ended everything, Alex reached a turning point. What followed was a hard-fought journey through recovery, self-discovery, and rebuilding a life with purpose. Determined to grow beyond his past, Alex invested in himself and studied personal development, taking transformational classes led by Jay Shetty. Those lessons helped him reshape his mindset, find meaning in his pain, and step into a new calling. Today, Alex is sober, grounded, and giving back as a sober coach—guiding others through the darkness he once knew so well. His story is one of survival, resilience, and proof that even the most chaotic chapters can become a foundation for purpose. This conversation is raw, inspiring, and a reminder that recovery isn’t just about quitting substances—it’s about rebuilding a life worth staying sober for.

In this episode, Brez Hall shares his profound journey through addiction, childhood trauma, and eventual recovery. He discusses the impact of his father's alcoholism on his upbringing, his struggles with various substances throughout his teenage years, and the eventual descent into harder drugs like meth. Brez highlights the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, including the loss of his brother and the realization of his own powerlessness. Through recovery, he found purpose in helping others and started a clothing brand aimed at reducing the stigma surrounding addiction. Brez's story is one of resilience, transformation, and the importance of community support in the recovery process.

In this episode, Jeremy shares his powerful journey of recovery from alcoholism and addiction. He discusses his early experiences with alcohol, the impact of family history on his addiction, and the pivotal moments that led him to choose life over alcohol. Jeremy emphasizes the importance of community and support in sobriety, as well as the need to address grief and mental health soberly. He also highlights the role of fitness in his recovery and how finding joy in sobriety has transformed his life. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the transformative power of fitness in recovery, the challenges of facing withdrawal, and the importance of support in sobriety. They share personal stories of overcoming addiction, the significance of celebrating milestones, and the courage it takes to ask for help. The discussion also touches on the authenticity found in recovery communities and apparel, the journey towards emotional sobriety, and the desire for world peace. Ultimately, the speakers emphasize the importance of connection, support, and personal growth in the recovery process.