Sober State

About Sober State

Honest conversations about addiction, mental health, recovery and the road out. Instagram: soberstate_ TikTok: soberstate_

Publisher

Jay Taylor

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Jun 2026

Latest episode

24 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

13 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   24 Sept 2026

   Episode 013: Before Season Two

   Season One of Sober State comes to a close with a short solo episode reflecting on where the podcast started, the conversations that have shaped this season and what I’ve learnt along the way. I look back on my own recovery and the idea that getting sober is only the beginning. Sobriety gave me the opportunity to build a life beyond addiction, and Sober State has become a space to share the stories, experiences and conversations that remind us there is so much more to recovery than simply not using. I also reflect on the people who have trusted me with their stories throughout Season One, what this podcast has grown into and what’s coming next as Sober State moves into Season Two. This isn’t the end of Sober State. It’s just the end of Season One. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ TikTok: soberstate_

2. 

   17 Sept 2026

   Episode 012: Inside The System

   Jonah joins me to share his perspective on working in the alcohol and other drugs sector as an AOD clinician and what he has seen and experienced throughout his time in the industry. We talk about treatment, recovery and the importance of meeting people where they are. Jonah also breaks down the Stages of Change model and Choice Point and shares why values can play such an important role in the decisions we make. He reflects on his childhood in Tasmania, growing up with parents who were ministers and being exposed from a young age to supporting people experiencing homelessness. This is a conversation about AOD work, human behaviour, values and the different ways we can understand and support change. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ TikTok: soberstate_

3. 

   10 Sept 2026

   Episode 011: Inside Anorexia

   This episode discusses anorexia, eating disorders and body image. Lauren and I are not medical or eating disorder specialists. This conversation reflects Lauren’s personal lived experience and views. This is not intended as medical advice. Lauren joins me to share her experience of living with anorexia from a young age and the impact it had on her life, relationships and sense of self. We talk about body image, recovery and the pressures surrounding appearance in today’s culture. Lauren also shares her perspective on social media, pop culture and the influence high-profile celebrities such as Ariana Grande can have on conversations around body image and beauty standards. This is a conversation about Lauren’s individual experience, the realities of living with an eating disorder and what recovery can look like. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ TikTok: soberstate_ If you or someone you know is experiencing an eating disorder or struggling with body image, support is available: Australia: Butterfly National Helpline – Call 1800 ED HOPE (1800 33 4673), 8am–midnight, 7 days a week, for free and confidential eating disorder and body image support. https://butterfly.org.au/ Victoria: Eating Disorders Victoria (EDV) Hub – Call 1300 550 236, weekdays 9:30am–4:30pm, for information, support and help finding appropriate treatment and services. https://eatingdisorders.org.au Geelong & Barwon: Barwon Health Eating Disorder Service – specialist eating disorder assessment and treatment services. https://www.barwonhealth.org.au/service/eating-disorder-service/ If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000.

4. 

   3 Sept 2026

   Episode 010: Three Brothers Gone

   Nana joins me to share a story shaped by family, loss and resilience. We talk about losing her brother in a car accident as a teenager, supporting her daughters through sexual abuse at a young age and the brutal murder of another of her brothers years later. She shares the court process that followed, the impact these experiences had on her family and how support around grief and trauma has changed across generations. This is a conversation about unimaginable loss, family, resilience and finding a way forward after experiences that change you forever. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ TikTok: soberstate_

5. 

   27 Aug 2026

   Episode 009: Missing What Hurt Me

   This episode is about a part of recovery I don't think we talk about enough. I share what it's like navigating social situations sober, missing parts of the person I used to be and grieving a life that I know I don't actually want back. In this episode, I talk about the pressure I put on myself to still be the 'fun' one, watching other people drink while becoming increasingly aware of my own sobriety and those uncomfortable moments where I still find myself missing alcohol and drugs. I also share how playing the tape forward helps me remmeber the whole story, rather than just the highlight reel. Recovery doesn't mean pretending every part of the past was terrible. Sometimes you can miss something, grieve it and still choose not to go back. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: @soberstate_ TikTok: @soberstate_

6. 

   20 Aug 2026

   Episode 008: High Alert

   Kerryn joins me to share her story of growing up in South Africa, experiencing fear, instability and abuse before moving to the UK at 13. We explore turning to alcohol and drugs at a young age, spending time living in a shelter, addiction to cocaine by 18 and eventually moving to Australia. She shares finding sobriety through the church, building a new life and succeeding in strongwoman before a relapse that lasted three years. We talk about residential rehabilitation, rebuilding her recovery and creating the peaceful life she has today. This is a conversation about addiction, resilience, identity and finding peace after years of chaos. You can hear more from Kerryn on her podcast, All Things Taboo, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ TikTok: soberstate_

7. 

   13 Aug 2026

   Episode 007: The Alien Brain

   Jessica joins me to talk about the progression of her addiction, from people-pleasing and constantly searching for acceptance to alcohol and drugs. We explore losing her dream career, the grief of losing her dad at a young age, undiagnosed ADHD and the point when addiction began controlling her life. Jessica also shares her experience of residential rehabilitation, finding NA, being diagnosed with ADHD in recovery and learning the difference between simply getting clean and actually recovering. This is a conversation about addiction, identity, control and building a life you no longer need to escape from. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ TikTok: soberstate_

8. 

   30 Jul 2026

   Episode 006: State Of Survival

   Charity joins me to share her experience of escaping a domestic violence relationship and rebuilding her life from the ground up. We talk about fear, motherhood, healing and what life looks like after abuse. Through honesty and resilience, Charity shares how she found the strength to move forward and create a safe, happy and fulfilling future. This is a conversation about survival, hope and proving that healing is possible. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ TikTok: soberstate_ If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence, support is available: Australia (24/7): 1800RESPECT - Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732, or access online chat and resources. https://1800respect.org.au (https://www.ui-deref.com/r/?to=https://1800respect.org.au&tt1=OWUV_H-YsSScwg60-gFcC_P2gNB27laFz4ZVmwH1qjiKiV1qCvpdamWJxCKlaH4wod1QwnR6UZcioldamVkkAEOhWhANYHhQnEhmij3eI_G) Victoria (24/7): Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre - Call 1800 015 188 for crisis support, safety planning and emergency accomodation. https://www.vic.gov.au/family-violence-statewide-support-services (https://www.ui-deref.com/r/?to=https://www.vic.gov.au/family-violence-statewide-support-services&tt1=NtaoKR7eb6vpVrbzK1SZ4jtpP-_XlYSGR04VsnXtWY-KiV1qCvpdatF1WEqScy8PY-1hN2L_0AYioldamVkkAEOhWhANYHhQnEhmij3eI_G) Geelong & Barwon: The Orange Door - Local family violence support, referrals and assistance for adults, children and young people. https://www.orangedoor.vic.gov.au (https://www.ui-deref.com/r/?to=https://www.orangedoor.vic.gov.au&tt1=39LTExEzK7argrEkdYaTkAgaK__X3vJx3vx_-Hip4eiKiV1qCvpdauV1x3dq_YrVeg9OKHd6PX4ioldamVkkAEOhWhANYHhQnEhmij3eI_G) If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000.

9. 

   23 Jul 2026

   Episode 005: Sex, Drugs & Self-Worth

   This episode is different. I share a part of my addiction that I've never spoken about publicly before. For a long time, I kept these experiences to myself out of fear, shame and the worry of how they would affect the people I love. In this episode, I talk about using sex in exchange for drugs, how addiction gradually changed my boundaries and the impact it had on my self-worth. This isn't a story about judgement. It's an honest conversation about the reality of addiction, the choices that can happen in survival mode and the healing that comes with speaking openly. If this episode helps even one person feel less alone, then sharing it was worth it. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ TikTok: soberstate_

10. 

    16 Jul 2026

    Episode 004: State Of Self-Worth

    Kate joins me to talk about body image, the pressures of the dance industry and finding confidence in herself. We explore how friendships, personal growth and life's challenges shaped the person she is today and why self-worth is about much more than appearance. This is a conversation about resilience, healing and learning to feel comfortable in your own skin. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ TikTok: soberstate_

11. 

    9 Jul 2026

    Episode 003: When Addiction Comes First

    Ainsley joins me to share her journey through addiction and recovery, from trying to escape addiction by moving cities, to experiencing a devastating miscarriage after almost 100 days clean. She shares the reality of where addiction took her and how Narcotics Anonymous and community became a turning point in her recovery. Working in the alcohol and other drugs field today has also helped her find purpose through her lived experience. This is a conversation about addiction, loss, recovery and finding purpose through lived experience. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ Tik Tok: soberstate_

12. 

    2 Jul 2026

    Episode 002: A Mother’s Perspective

    Mum joins me for one of our most personal conversations yet. We talk about her experience of surviving childhood sexual assault, raising a son through addiction and how both experiences shaped the nurse she is today. This is a conversation about trauma, recovery, family and the belief that healing is possible, even after life’s toughest moments. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests andbehind-the-scenes content. Instagram: soberstate_ Tik Tok: soberstate_

13. 

    25 Jun 2026

    Episode 001: My Story

    I thought the best place to start was by sharing my own story. In this episode, I talk about growing up, my experiences with addiction, entering rehab at 25, finding recovery and the journey that has led me to working in the alcohol and other drugs sector today. I also share why I created Sober State and what I hope these conversations can become moving forward. Thank you for listening and for being here from the very beginning. Follow Sober State for updates, future guests and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: @soberstate_ TikTok: @soberstate_

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