Rich & Ben, The Sober Men:

It’s been a hot one, Ben’s in his linen & it’s episode 14 of Rich & Ben, The Sober Men: The Podcast.This week, Rich & Ben explore the positive & disruptive swaps in sobriety. What coping mechanisms do you have in your life now you’ve ditched the booze? They dive into navigating new addictions, the dangers of substituting one addiction for another plus those healthy swaps, replacing old habits with new. Rich nails a pre breakfast 5k & is he Oxfordshire’s No: 1 Jet Washer? Ben offers an apology to his neighbours after an odorous morning walk & is he turning into John Travolta?Comedian, Frank Skinner is in “frame”, almost 40 years sober, wow & the boys share their recent appearance on Jamie Robins’ Safe Harbour Podcast. Great chat, important conversation.Rich & Ben, The Sober Men. Spreading the sober buzz.

It’s The Sober Men pod time! Let’s go. This week, Rich & Ben explore the importance of gratitude & positivity in sobriety. They also dive into how sobriety has transformed their outlook, relationships & daily experiences, all with the power of small gratitudes & positive mindset.Plus, navigating tough days, finding peace & keeping those boundaries to safeguard it.Rich has enjoyed a chilled Birthday, Ben looks forward to his & yes, you can get to Tesco & back by 8.15am on a Saturday morning. Sobriety good, eh?!Hollywood actor, Bradley Cooper is “in the frame”, & get ready to drool…Rich loves his Victoria Sponge.Thanks for joining the sober buzz: Rich & Ben, The Sober Men: The Podcast.

Episode 12, boom! This week, Rich & Ben explore the intricate relationship between discipline & motivation in sobriety, & how small daily actions can lead to lasting change. Routine, self-respect, and celebrating progress are all in the mix, plus embracing positive feedback in your sobriety & some tips to help routine & structure.Ex-Spurs & Liverpool footballer, Steven Caulker is “in the frame”, 7 years sober after battling an alcohol & gambling addiction throughout his top-flight football career & Ben chooses 0% lager, Days, as drink of the week. Crisp & Fresh, just like Rich’s shirt.Also, Ben reveals a battle with a Rosemary plant, he’s no Percy Thrower & Rich discovers the joys of his new mood lighting. Just don’t mention BBC News.Rich & Ben, The Sober Men: The Podcast. Ready? Let’s do it!

Rich & Ben, The Sober Men are into double figures, welcome to Episode 10!Good vibes all round this week, Ben celebrates 3 years sober & can’t help but share how sobriety has transformed his life, plus the impact on his metal health & clarity.In the heart of the episode, Rich & Ben discuss how they are still fun sober, in fact more so, & Rich poses the question, did we actually have fun or were we chasing fun, when drinking? They continue to debunk some myths about having fun without alcohol, & highlight how rewiring your brain can lead to big smiles without the booze. And don’t even mention the joy of getting into bed sober.Actor, Tom Holland is “in the frame”, check out his new 0% beer, BERO. Rich has fallen in love with fish finger sandwiches (with mayo AND ketchup!) & Ben decides he’s more Paul Daniels than David Copperfield. We’ll leave it there.Rich & Ben, The Sober Men: The Podcast. Let’s do this!

It’s episode 9 already & Rich is basking in the Swiss sunshine! This week, Rich & Ben discuss the impact of alcohol on self-esteem & mental health. Plus, as always, The Sober Men offer some practical suggestions to rebuild self-love in sobriety.They dive into the cycle of shame & self-hatred they endured during their drinking days & how they broke that cycle & started to make friends with themselves again.Superstar DJ, Calvin Harris in “in the frame”, Ben has befriended a cat & is loving sober family occasions whilst Rich is enjoying ALL the chocolate in Zurich & appreciating the beautiful city, but this time sober. Rich & Ben, The Sober Men. Two sober mates, one podcast, zero hangovers.

Pod time, boom! This week, Rich & Ben discuss loneliness in sobriety, sharing how desperately lonely & sad they felt in their darkest days & how they overcame these lows to live a happier, sober life.The Sober Men give some practical steps to combat loneliness whilst maintaining sobriety & how building connections & a routine can be so helpful in recovery.Ben has had a haircut, no more Worzel Gummindge & reveals his new found love of slippers, whilst Rich makes a surprise new friend at the Travelodge & dives into some DIY at home.Ex footballer, Paul Merson is “in the frame”, as humble as they come & 7 years sober. Plus, Ben surprises Rich with a moving message from his sister.

Rich & Ben are back for Episode 7 & it’s time for some myth-busting. Ever wondered what Alcoholics Anonymous really is? And could it work for you? In this week’s episode, The Sober Men explore the 12 Steps of recovery, with Rich guiding Ben through the history of AA & plus the process & benefits of the 12 Step programme.Each step has given Rich building blocks to a better life & personal growth, which Ben can identify with, as he chooses to navigate his sobriety through a different route.And as always, Rich & Ben’s recovery stories meet in the middle, leading to clarity, self-improvement & happiness.Harry Potter star, Daniel Radcliffe is “in the frame”, such pressure at a young age, Rich is rocking the black T, think Tom Cruise meets Ross Kemp & Ben becomes Handy Andy, whilst yearning for a spray or two of his old favourite, Hai Karate.Rich & Ben, The Sober Men: The Podcast. Two mates who got sober & got happy. Let’s go!

It’s Episode 6, let’s get it on! This week, Rich & Ben explore the connection between mental health & sobriety. Whether you’re newly sober, sober-curious or continuing your recovery journey, this episode offers a gentle, grounded perspective on mental wellbeing without alcohol or drugs.Ben shares his mental health struggles whilst drinking & Rich offers some self-care tips for health & clarity, plus The Sober Men highlight the danger of struggling alone. Remember, it’s ok to say, “Mate, can we have a chat?”Rich reveals a love of Victoria Sponge, & Ben shares his line-dancing prowess. Comedian, Josh Widdicombe is “in the frame” & Rich & Ben are excited to launch their collaboration with Authentic Brew in “Drink of the Week”.Authentic Brew is a 100% Natural Functional Energy drink. No caffeine. No added sugar. Alcohol Free. Great for your Mind, Body & Soul.And Rich & Ben, The Sober Men: The Podcast listeners & viewers can enjoy 10% off Authentic Brew bundles. Simply DM the podcast on Instagram or Tik Tok, or email thesobermenpod@gmail.com for the exclusive Sober Men code. Then visit Authentic Brew - Functional Energy for Mind, Body and Soul