Sober Dad Crew

Sober Dad Crew

Sober Dad Crew is a podcast focused on sobriety, recovery, fatherhood, parenting, music, food, tattoos, & more. The mission of Sober Dad Crew is to share stories of sobriety and recovery and show there’s always a light at the end of the tunnel. Be sure to subscribe, leave a rating, and share Sober Dad Crew with folks. Sober Dad Crew is an independent, DIY production created by Stephen Kimball who writes, records, and produces the podcast. To learn more please visit SoberDadCrew.com. Copyright 2025.

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July 29, 2025 38 mins

My guest this episode is Sarah Laurel, founder and executive director of Savage Sisters. In this conversation, Sarah shares her personal journey from substance use to recovery and the establishment of her organization, which provides trauma-informed resources for those recovering from substance use disorder. The discussion covers the importance of community outreach, the challenges faced in recovery, the impact of gentrification on...

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My mother died on Monday, July 14th, one day after her 85th birthday.

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My guest this episode is Louise Barnett. She's the host of the podcast Unmasking Sobriety and Mental Health and the author of the forthcoming book, Tainted Love, A Bipolar Memoir. Her work is focused on shattering mental health and addiction stigmas. And I first learned of her by seeing a Father's Day post where she talked about her husband's adoption of her daughter, his stepdaughter.

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My guest this episode is sober dad and photographer Joe Conzo Jr., who captured the birth of hip-hop through his images. And much of his work is captured in his book Born in the Bronx. In this episode, Joe shares his journey of sobriety, family dynamics, and the impact of technology on parenting. He reflects on his experiences with addiction, the importance of storytelling, and the challenges of raising children in today's wor...

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My guest this episode is Chris Clemens, AKA the nonROCaholic, who explores NA beverages in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. In this conversation, Chris Clemens shares his journey of sobriety, his exploration of non-alcoholic beverages, and discusses the challenges and benefits of living sober, the evolving landscape of non-alcoholic options, and the importance of community and connection in recovery. 

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My guest this episode is Jay Rodriguez, a woodwind player who has performed with artists such as Prince, Elvis Costello, Wu-Tang Clan, and The Roots, to name a few. In this episode, Jay shares his journey through music, parenting, and sobriety. He reflects on his experiences with addiction, the challenges of being a parent, and the importance of community and support in recovery. Jay discusses the pressures faced by artists and the...

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My guest this episode is Derek English. Derek is a sober dad and Executive Director of the Ithaca Free Clinic, which provides access to health care based on need, not on ability to pay.

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My guest this episode is Gene Bowen, founder of Road Recovery. Road Recovery is a music industry-driven non-profit dedicated to helping young people as they battle addiction and other adversities in their lives.

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My guest this episode is Kevin Sellers. We talk about parenting, divorce, single parenting, and the role Straight Edge Punk can play in recovery. 

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My guest this episode is Greg Benoit. He's a dad, librarian, drummer for World Purge, and fellow Upstate New Yorker. And he's also the co-host of the podcast, Common Threads. 

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April 12, 2025 69 mins

My guest this episode is Bryan Lee, bass player for The Jack Knives. We discuss sobriety, recovery, the punk scene, and of course his band.

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My guest this episode is Barney Whiter, a financial counselor who manages The Escape Artist blog. We discuss sobriety, recovery, and how to navigate complex financial matters, such as getting out of debt.

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My guest this episode is Samuel Freiberg, who works in the renewable energy industry. Sam and I connected via LinkedIn and much of our conversation revolved around being publicly sober at work and in your professional networks.

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My guest this episode is Bradley Baer. He’s a certified peer recovery counselor and the director of Family and Children’s Association’s Sherpa Program. This program manages a team of Certified Recovery Peer Advocates who are trained to meet with individuals and families within hospitals and the community who are struggling with Substance Use Disorder.


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February 16, 2025 54 mins

My guest this episode is Merrit Hartblay. He has a Master of Social Work degree and is a chemical dependency counselor trained and certified in suicide prevention and intervention. We discuss how to rebuild your relationship with your kids once you're sober, as well as the impact of alcohol on the workplace.

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My guest this episode is Dr. Jason Cohen. He is an American Board of Urology Certified doctor with Cayuga Urology in Ithaca, NY. In this episode, Dr. Cohen and I discuss vasectomies as well as the men’s health issues of prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Just a note, the discussion in this episode is intended to be informational and not for diagnosis. If you have any health concerns please consult with your physician. 

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January 16, 2025 74 mins

My guest this episode is Chris Howe. Chris is the author of Breaking the Chains of Addiction and a professional firefighter. We talk about recovery, punk rock, Refuge Recovery, tattoos, and how we view our roles as stepparents.

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My guests this episode are Rae and Ollie, hosts of The Only Podcasts that Matters, which is focused on the history of punk rock. Not only are they great hosts, but they are sober. Join us for the first Sober Dad Crew episode with multiple guests. We talk about recovery, music, the importance of friendship and community, the politics of punk rock, and how sobriety is the most punk thing ever.

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December 31, 2024 69 mins

My guest this episode is Dott Donnelly. Dott and I met while serving on the board of an addiction and recovery services non-profit organization. We discuss sobriety, recovery, parenting adult children, and especially recovering out loud in your professional work environment.

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And that's a wrap for 2024. Happy holidays and new episodes will kick off next year.

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Sober Dad Crew is an independent, DIY production created by Stephen Kimball, who writes, records, and produces the podcast. To learn more, please visit soberdadcrew.com. Copyright 2025.

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