Sober Mess Podcast

About Sober Mess Podcast

A few years ago, I hit rock bottom—drinking to escape and struggling with my mental health. A final cry for help led me to a new way of life. Now, 12 years sober at 34, I host an award-winning podcast sharing powerful conversations with incredible people. We dive into the sober tools that heal and connect us—nature, hiking, sea swimming, and the outdoors. Real talk, real journeys. Connect: https://bit.ly/3w66W3Q

Publisher

Colm Doolan

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

16 Jun 2020

Latest episode

31 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

193 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Aug 2026

   E179: Pauline McKeown - Building Lives Through Community

   Pauline McKeown, CEO of Coolmine, joins me to talk about addiction, treatment, recovery, and the power of hope and connection. Pauline has worked with Coolmine for over 20 years, and we chat about the work being done by an organisation that has supported people and families affected by addiction for more than 50 years. We also talk about Sober October and how taking 31 days away from alcohol can benefit your own wellbeing while supporting addiction treatment and recovery services across Ireland. 🍂 Sign up for Sober October (https://www.soberoctober.ie/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) 💙 Learn more about Coolmine (https://www.coolmine.ie/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

2. 

   3 Jul 2026

   E178: James Lumumba - Don't Be Afraid to Talk

   James Lumumba joins The Sober Mess Podcast for an honest conversation about mental health, vulnerability, healing, and the power of speaking openly. We explore resilience, recovery, and why meaningful conversations can change lives. Be sure to check out James' podcast, Don't Be Afraid to Talk, and follow him on Instagram: @dontbeafraidtotalk

3. 

   18 Jun 2026

   E177: Jonathan Miller – Leadership, Growth & Human Potential

   Jonathan Miller is a leadership coach, team facilitator, and Managing Director of Human Engineering. With over 20 years of experience working with leaders and teams around the world, he helps people improve communication, performance, self-awareness, and leadership effectiveness. We discuss leadership, Carl Jung personal growth, mindset, and what it takes to create lasting change.

Who has been a guest on Sober Mess Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• [Guest Name Credential]
• Ronan Sharkey
• Patrick-Joseph
• Lisa Mullarney
• Amy Cassidy

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

1,774

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

129 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 64 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

74

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

67

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Books guests

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