In this episode of The Sober Curator podcast, Alysse Bryson sits down with country music star Aaron Goodvin. Together, they dive into Aaron’s journey of sobriety, the evolution of his music, and how staying sober has shaped his career, fatherhood, and creative process. Get ready for candid insights, a few laughs, and a behind-the-scenes look at how sobriety can be a superpower in the world of country music (and line dancing).
Timestamps:
[00:00] - Disco Ball Cowboy Hats
[02:21] - Aaron Goodvin’s Musical Achievements
[03:56] - The Shift: When Sobriety Started Showing Up in His Songs
[09:50] - The Reality of Relapse and Learning from “Rock Bottom”
[10:33] - Aaron’s “Meet Cute” Love Story
[15:55] - Being Sober in the Music Industry
[18:44] - Opening Up About Sobriety: Support in the Industry
[22:37] - Maintaining Sobriety & Accountability
[24:42] - Finding Self-Acceptance and New Purpose
[27:52] - Sober Parenting: Why It Matters to Aaron
[30:26] - Musical & Comic Inspirations
[31:39] - Watching, Listening, and Enjoying Life Sober
[32:52] - Sober Culture, NA Beers, and “Alcohol’s Cigarette Moment”
[35:15] - Comedy, Nate Bargatze & Performance Vibes
[37:32] - Where to Find Aaron’s Music
[39:53] - Must-Do Nashville Recommendations
[42:47] - Alysse’s Tchotchke Corner
Resources & Links:
-Aaron Goodvin: Website, Spotify, Instagram, Facebook, X
-More Music Recs from The Sober Curator
-Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide
-Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide
-LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide
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