Alive & Sober

Alive & Sober

Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he shares honest, faith-based encouragement for those in recovery. Reno explores the power of God’s mercy and how it can transform your journey, drawing from personal stories and scripture. Discover how grace and community support can help ease life’s pressures and inspire hope, whether you’re new to recovery or walking the path for years.

Episodes

December 19, 2025 47 mins

In this episode of Alive & Sober with Reno Collier, Reno sits down with his lifelong friend Doug to explore the journey from rock bottom to recovery, focusing on the struggle to find faith and connection with God as an agnostic. Doug shares his powerful story of loss, addiction, and homelessness, describing the emptiness he felt—a "God-sized hole"—and how he tried to fill it with everything but faith. Through honest conversatio...

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Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he shares an honest look at the journey of recovery, transformation, and faith. In this episode, Reno opens up about the daily process of change, emphasizing that transformation isn’t a one-time event but a step-by-step journey. Drawing from Romans 12:2, “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind,” Reno reflects on how he once chased quick fixes and w...

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Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he shares a candid update after a tough morning at the dentist and reflects on finding hope in the midst of alienation and struggle. Reno opens up about how feeling lost can actually be the first step toward transformation, drawing inspiration from Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a ...

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December 16, 2025 3 mins

Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he dives into Proverbs 3:5: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding." In this episode, Reno shares his personal journey through addiction and recovery, highlighting how diverse our backgrounds and beliefs can be, yet how similar our struggles often are. Reno discusses the insanity of addiction, the emptiness many of us feel, and the challenge of trustin...

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Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he opens up about the struggles of feeling brokenhearted and the journey of recovery. In this heartfelt episode, Reno shares personal experiences of dealing with emotional pain, loneliness, and the temptation to react with anger. He reflects on the importance of turning to God first, especially when overwhelmed, and how faith can fill the emptiness inside us. Reno discusses how even at our ...

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December 12, 2025 65 mins

Join Reno Collier and special guest Jon Keyzer on Alive & Sober with Reno C. as they dive deep into the 12 Steps of recovery, sharing real-life stories of transformation, faith, and hope. Jon, a leader in prison and restoration ministry at Northern Lighthouse Church in Lincoln, Nebraska, opens up about his journey from addiction and loss to a life of service, family, and spiritual growth. Together, Reno and Jon break down each ...

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December 11, 2025 3 mins

Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he explores the deeper purpose and meaning of recovery, going beyond just getting sober to living fully alive and connected. In this episode, Reno shares insights from Colossians 3:23-24, encouraging us to work heartily for God, not just for ourselves or others. He reflects on how finding purpose in recovery transforms daily life, making our actions kinder and our community stronger. Reno d...

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Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he shares an honest look at the journey of recovery, transformation, and faith. In this episode, Reno opens up about the daily process of change, emphasizing that transformation isn’t a one-time event but a step-by-step journey. Drawing from Romans 12:2, “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind,” Reno reflects on how he once chased quick fixes and w...

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December 10, 2025 3 mins

Join Reno Collier as he dives into Step 12 of recovery—carrying the message of hope and faith to others. In this episode, Reno shares personal insights on why sharing your story matters, how faith plays a role in recovery, and the importance of breaking free from self-centeredness. Drawing from Mark 16:15, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation,” Reno explores what it means to spread hope, not just for...

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December 9, 2025 3 mins

Join host Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he dives deep into Step 11: Prayer and Meditation, exploring how honest conversations with God can bring true peace, especially for those in recovery. Reno shares his personal struggles with anxiety and how prayer, rooted in Philippians 4:6-7, helps calm his mind and heart. He reminds us that God doesn’t want perfect words—He wants our real selves. Reno encourages listeners to start th...

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December 8, 2025 2 mins

Welcome to Alive and Sober with Reno C! In this episode, host Reno Collier dives into Step Nine of the 12 Steps: Making Amends. Reno shares his personal journey and insights on why taking even small steps to make amends can restore relationships and free your heart. Drawing from Matthew 5:23-24, Reno explains how making amends not only heals our connections with others but also clears the way for a deeper relationship with God. Re...

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December 5, 2025 57 mins
Welcome to Alive and Sober with Reno C, where real-life recovery and faith collide. In this powerful episode, host Reno Collier sits down with special guests Dan Whitney (Larry the Cable Guy) and Cara Whitney for an honest, heartfelt conversation about addiction, forgiveness, and the transformative power of faith in Jesus Christ. Reno, Dan, and Cara share personal stories from their years on the road together, ref...
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December 4, 2025 3 mins
Welcome to Alive & Sober with Reno C., hosted by Reno Collier. In this episode, Reno dives into the heart of recovery and faith, exploring the theme of "carrying each other's burdens." Drawing from Galatians 6:2, “Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ,” Reno shares personal insights on how small acts of love and support can lighten even the heaviest loads. Through honest conversation, Ren...
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December 3, 2025 3 mins
Welcome to Alive & Sober with Reno C., hosted by Reno Collier! In today’s episode, Reno dives deep into the power of leading by example, sharing personal stories about his grandfather’s unwavering faith and how actions often speak louder than words. Reno reflects on First Corinthians 11:1, “Be imitators of me as I am of Christ,” and discusses how you don’t need to have all the answers to make a difference in so...
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Welcome to Alive & Sober with Reno C.! In this episode, host Reno Collier shares a heartfelt message about the power of prayer in recovery and everyday life. Reno opens up about his own journey, reflecting on how the prayers of others have helped him overcome addiction and find lasting sobriety. He discusses the impact of collective prayer, referencing the powerful moment when millions prayed for a Buffalo Bill...
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In this episode of Alive & Sober with Reno C., Reno shares how his first steps in recovery opened his eyes to the power of God’s mercy. Through a childhood memory, a picture of self-imposed struggle, and the surprising relief that came when he finally “let go,” Reno reflects on how mercy from God and mercy from friends reshaped his journey to sobriety. Listeners will hear how grace eases the weight we carry, ho...
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Join host Reno Collier and guest Arnie Cole on this powerful episode of Alive & Sober with Reno C. as Reno shares his deeply personal journey from addiction to faith. Hear Reno’s unforgettable story of walking into a church at Notre Dame, experiencing a life-changing encounter with God, and the struggle to accept and act on that calling. Together, Reno and Arnie discuss the challenges of alcoholism, the importa...

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November 26, 2025 8 mins
Welcome to Alive and Sober with Reno C., hosted by comedian Reno Collier and joined by Arnie Cole. In this episode, Reno and Arnie dive deep into the real challenges of sobriety, breaking the myth that recovery is just about not drinking. Reno shares candidly about his journey, the misconceptions people have about his story, and how faith and community have played a crucial role in his transformation. Drawing from ...

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Welcome to Alive and Sober with Reno C., a podcast from Back to the Bible Center for Spiritual Fitness where real life, recovery, and faith collide. In this episode, comedian Reno Collier welcomes guest Arnie Cole to share his raw and honest journey from addiction to freedom in Jesus Christ. Reno opens up about the struggles behind the laughter, the pain of brokenness, and the slow, steady work of God’s grace in hi...

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