Seizing Sobriety

Seizing Sobriety


Latest Episodes

43 Years Sober, the Largest Re/Max Franchise in the World, and "The Reward of Knowing"
August 15, 2018

In this episode of Seizing Sobriety, I spoke with John Collopy, owner of Remax Results, the largest Remax real estate franchise in the world. John shared his story of growing up in an abusive and alcoholic family, and the path that put him on until hitti.

The Evolution of a Sober Rock & Roller
August 06, 2018

In this episode of Seizing Sobriety, I speak with Scotty Schultz, an old friend and tremendously successful and thoughtful guy. Scotty is a professional drummer living and working in Nashville. As you might imagine, that is a lifestyle in which drug and .

A high achiever hits bottom
May 21, 2018

In this episode, I speak with Kristina, a classic overachiever from a broken and traumatized family. I think her story will resonate with so many. 

Podcast 6-Jacob's journey to sobriety
November 28, 2017

Jacob has an incredible story. As a very young man, he was unable to love and value himself. He used drugs and alcohol to get right with the world. To medicate. To fit in. To find some semblance of emotional peace. But like any addict, he was unable to m.

Podcast 5-Departing the Mormon Church
April 13, 2017

This was a great conversation with a really fascinating and thoughtful guy. We discuss growing up Mormon and leaving the church, parallels to Scientology, belief, ...

Converting to Catholicism with Dale
March 11, 2017

In this episode, I talked with Dale about what makes a grown man convert to Catholicism. Dale's a smart and thoughtful guy and I found ...

Podcast 3-ZCodyLove, crack, bath salts, and NWA
March 03, 2017

In this episode, my friend ZCodyLove tells his story of a middle class upbringing and how it devolves into crack and methamphetamine use. A horrifying story from a truly beautiful guy, I'm just so happy the story turns out well. 

Podcast 2-Coffee with Steve Stauff
February 16, 2017

"At the end of the day, we're not put here to be destructive people."  In my second podcast, I again had coffee with Steve Stauff, an old friend from Gustavus. We got into drinking as a way of life, AA, purpose and role modeling. I hope you enjoy. 

Podcast 1-Coffee with Brett
January 21, 2017

In my first podcast with Brett, we get into addiction, religion, the multiverse, shellfish, contentment, and more. Hope you enjoy.