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Sobriety Uncensored is a casual, conversational podcast that explores different perspectives on living life sober.

Daniel Patterson


    • Sep 26, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 112 EPISODES

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    The Sobriety Uncensored podcast is a refreshing and relatable take on sobriety. Hosted by Daniel and Jenna, their engaging and funny personalities make for an enjoyable listening experience. Even if someone isn't interested in recovery or alcohol-related topics, they would still find this podcast entertaining and humorous. The hosts' authenticity shines through as they tackle tough topics with a touch of humor and cynicism. It's a real and raw depiction of life for people with alcohol use disorders.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the genuine and authentic approach taken by Daniel and Jenna. They don't sugarcoat the challenges of sobriety but emphasize that it is worth it. Their honesty about their own experiences provides valuable advice and real-life strategies that anyone evaluating their relationship with alcohol can benefit from. The banter between the hosts creates a natural cadence of humor that adds another layer of appeal to the show.

    One potential downside to the podcast is its rough-around-the-edges nature. Some listeners may find the humor and cynicism too harsh or abrasive if they are sensitive to such content. However, it's important to note that this upfront style reflects the reality for many individuals with alcohol use disorders, making it relatable for those seeking an authentic perspective.

    In conclusion, The Sobriety Uncensored podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in sobriety or alcohol-related topics. Daniel and Jenna's genuine approach, coupled with their humor and banter, make for an enjoyable listening experience. They provide valuable insights into recovery while keeping the conversation light-hearted and relatable. Whether you're looking for support in your own journey or simply enjoy engaging conversations, this podcast delivers on all fronts.



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    EPISODE 90

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 40:12


    Daniel and Jenna talk about how their recovery programs are evolving as their lives and circumstances change. Jenna opens up about this transitional time in her life and how she hasn't felt inspired to commit time or energy to her recovery program. They discuss boredom and discovering new hobbies or ways to have fun. Daniel explains (through some minor technical difficulties) how the change of seasons makes him uncomfortable and the importance of staying focused on recovery during this time.

    EPISODE 90

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 43:27


    Daniel and Jenna talk about how their recovery programs are evolving as their lives and circumstances change. Jenna opens up about this transitional time in her life and how she hasn't felt inspired to commit time or energy to her recovery program. They discuss boredom and discovering new hobbies or ways to have fun. Daniel explains (through some minor technical difficulties) how the change of seasons makes him uncomfortable and the importance of staying focused on recovery during this time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 89

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 40:33


    Daniel and Jenna talk about leading double lives in active addition. They discuss the level of denial they were both in when telling themselves they were successful parents, partners, and professionals while maintaining an unhealthy relationship with alcohol. Daniel shares about recently researching gummies which leads to a discussion about having addictive personalities and how it can sneak in at unexpected times.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 89

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 37:18


    Daniel and Jenna talk about leading double lives in active addition. They discuss the level of denial they were both in when telling themselves they were successful parents, partners, and professionals while maintaining an unhealthy relationship with alcohol. Daniel shares about recently researching gummies which leads to a discussion about having addictive personalities and how it can sneak in at unexpected times. 

    EPISODE 88

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 36:42


    Daniel tells Jenna about a recent mom & daughter gathering at his house that ended with Daniel ubering a couple friends home. They talk about "mommy wine culture" as Jenna recalls some of her play date experiences as a mom of young children. They discuss the mental energy they used to watch, calculate and plan their drinking when trying to fit in with parent functions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 88

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 35:27


    Daniel tells Jenna about a recent mom & daughter gathering at his house that ended with Daniel ubering a couple friends home. They talk about "mommy wine culture" as Jenna recalls some of her play date experiences as a mom of young children. They discuss the mental energy they used to watch, calculate and plan their drinking when trying to fit in with parent functions.

    EPISODE 87

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 35:16


    Daniel and Jenna talk about their Labor Day weekends and their ability to navigate last-minute changes to plans. Jenna tells how her weekend abruptly shifted to accommodate her daughter's needs. Daniel talks about gaslighting and tells a story about a recent interaction in which he maintained a professional demeanor without being passive, apologetic, or confrontational.

    EPISODE 87

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 36:31


    Daniel and Jenna talk about their Labor Day weekends and their ability to navigate last-minute changes to plans. Jenna tells how her weekend abruptly shifted to accommodate her daughter's needs. Daniel talks about gaslighting and tells a story about a recent interaction in which he maintained a professional demeanor without being passive, apologetic, or confrontational. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 86

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 34:08


    Daniel recalls the anxiety associated with Labor Day weekend and back-to-school season as a student as well as an educator. He talks about the false promises he would repeatedly make, intending to use Labor Day as a "regroup" day when, in reality, he would continue to rationalize drinking through Monday. Daniel and Jenna discuss academic and social pressures as they relate to their children facing different adolescent phases. Jenna talks about her new-found alone time and the associated challenges with one child now in college and the other spending less and less time at home.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 86

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 32:53


    Daniel recalls the anxiety associated with Labor Day weekend and back-to-school season as a student as well as an educator. He talks about the false promises he would repeatedly make, intending to use Labor Day as a "regroup" day when, in reality, he would continue to rationalize drinking through Monday. Daniel and Jenna discuss academic and social pressures as they relate to their children facing different adolescent phases. Jenna talks about her new-found alone time and the associated challenges with one child now in college and the other spending less and less time at home. 

    EPISODE 85

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 41:56


    Daniel and Jenna talk about feelings of underlying rage and how it can sometimes be exacerbated by emotional sobriety and navigating life's conflict without alcohol. They talk about how practicing gratitude, patience, and humility are useful tools for keeping and even mood and practicing conflict resolution. They also discuss Jenna's search for a new AA meeting that meets her recovery needs and how those needs can evolve with time. 

    EPISODE 85

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 43:11


    Daniel and Jenna talk about feelings of underlying rage and how it can sometimes be exacerbated by emotional sobriety and navigating life's conflict without alcohol. They talk about how practicing gratitude, patience, and humility are useful tools for keeping and even mood and practicing conflict resolution. They also discuss Jenna's search for a new AA meeting that meets her recovery needs and how those needs can evolve with time.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 84

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 41:33


    Daniel and Jenna talk about how they incorporated drinking into their lives while fulfilling their responsibilities as professionals, spouses, parents, and friends. They discuss "drunk math" and how they justified their alcoholic behaviors, even when not drinking.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 84

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 40:18


    Daniel and Jenna talk about how they incorporated drinking into their lives while fulfilling their responsibilities as professionals, spouses, parents, and friends. They discuss "drunk math" and how they justified their alcoholic behaviors, even when not drinking. 

    EPISODE 83

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 44:08


    Jenna and Daniel discuss the thought of staying sober "forever" and how that seems unattainable in early sobriety. They discuss taking sober life as it comes, one challenge at a time, while making adjustments to daily life. They also discuss how they've used community and social media as part of their sober toolbox.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 83

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 42:53


    Jenna and Daniel discuss the thought of staying sober "forever" and how that seems unattainable in early sobriety. They discuss taking sober life as it comes, one challenge at a time, while making adjustments to daily life. They also discuss how they've used community and social media as part of their sober toolbox. 

    EPISODE 82

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 42:16


    Daniel and Jenna report back after both being on vacation for the last week. They talk about their past vacation experiences in active addiction, and discuss the relief associated with being worry-free when it comes to the negotiations and calculations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 82

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 41:01


    Daniel and Jenna report back after both being on vacation for the last week. They talk about their past vacation experiences in active addiction, and discuss the relief associated with being worry-free when it comes to the negotiations and calculations. 

    EPISODE 81

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 39:25


    Daniel and Jenna talk about people's true intentions when getting sober and using recovery as an "out" in certain situations. They discuss the importance of being careful to protect ones own recovery program while also trying to help someone in need.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 81

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 38:10


    Daniel and Jenna talk about people's true intentions when getting sober and using recovery as an "out" in certain situations. They discuss the importance of being careful to protect ones own recovery program while also trying to help someone in need. 

    EPISODE 80

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 37:27


    Jenna and Daniel talk about committing to a quit date and the subsequent cycle of promises that we tend to make to ourselves as we justify putting it off. Daniel tells Jenna about a recent discussion with a friend in his 20's who continues to contemplate quitting, and how his social circle can be a roadblock to commitment. They discuss the varying challenges when getting sober at different stages of life.

    EPISODE 80

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 40:42


    Jenna and Daniel talk about committing to a quit date and the subsequent cycle of promises that we tend to make to ourselves as we justify putting it off. Daniel tells Jenna about a recent discussion with a friend in his 20's who continues to contemplate quitting, and how his social circle can be a roadblock to commitment. They discuss the varying challenges when getting sober at different stages of life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 79

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 36:57


    Daniel and Jenna talk about experiencing major life events as people in recovery and how different they handle such events without alcohol. They discuss "emotional sobriety" and how intensely they can sometimes feel certain life shifts without using alcohol to cope, escape, or celebrate. Jenna talks about feeling irritable or antsy and sometimes forgetting about the added mental toll of staying sober while going through major life changes. Daniel talks about "opposite action" and challenging himself to stay on task and engaged when he's feeling unmotivated or uninspired.

    EPISODE 79

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 41:12


    Daniel and Jenna talk about experiencing major life events as people in recovery and how different they handle such events without alcohol. They discuss "emotional sobriety" and how intensely they can sometimes feel certain life shifts without using alcohol to cope, escape, or celebrate. Jenna talks about feeling irritable or antsy and sometimes forgetting about the added mental toll of staying sober while going through major life changes. Daniel talks about "opposite action" and challenging himself to stay on task and engaged when he's feeling unmotivated or uninspired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 78

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 43:01


    Happy July 4th! Daniel and Jenna talk about "sitting it out" and the choice to accept a potentially boring holiday in exchange for the reward of staying sober. They discuss pressure from family, friends and spouses to match their drinking habits and just try to be "normal", which can lead to dishonesty and manipulation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 78

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 37:46


    Happy July 4th! Daniel and Jenna talk about "sitting it out" and the choice to accept a potentially boring holiday in exchange for the reward of staying sober. They discuss pressure from family, friends and spouses to match their drinking habits and just try to be "normal", which can lead to dishonesty and manipulation.

    EPISODE 77

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 32:19


    Jenna shares about a recent conversation with her son regarding self worth and positive self talk. Jenna and Daniel talk about the life skills they're learning in recovery and how they continue to put them into practice in everyday life. They discuss their own personal need for self-reward in recovery, whether its a simple verbalization of a job well-done, or treating themselves to a sober gift. 

    EPISODE 77

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 35:34


    Jenna shares about a recent conversation with her son regarding self worth and positive self talk. Jenna and Daniel talk about the life skills they're learning in recovery and how they continue to put them into practice in everyday life. They discuss their own personal need for self-reward in recovery, whether its a simple verbalization of a job well-done, or treating themselves to a sober gift.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 76

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 31:45


    Daniel talks about recently deleting his TikTok account and what a freeing feeling it was to let go of something that was no longer serving him. Daniel and Jenna acknowledge the impact sober TikTok has had on both their sobriety and the positive experiences they have had. They also address the potential for obsessive behavior and the desire for acceptance with social media. They discuss how this decision ties into boundary setting as a necessary part of recovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 76

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 29:30


    Daniel talks about recently deleting his TikTok account and what a freeing feeling it was to let go of something that was no longer serving him. Daniel and Jenna acknowledge the impact sober TikTok has had on both their sobriety and the positive experiences they have had. They also address the potential for obsessive behavior and the desire for acceptance with social media. They discuss how this decision ties into boundary setting as a necessary part of recovery.

    EPISODE 75

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 40:00


    Jenna tells Daniel about some recent milestones her family has experienced and expresses appreciation for her sobriety, and for being fully engaged and emotional. She addresses a brief desire to drink at her daughter's graduation celebration dinner, and Daniel talks about how that is normal, and that it is unrealistic to think you'll never have another craving. They talk about "negative permanent language" and as it applies to sobriety.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 75

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 37:45


    Jenna tells Daniel about some recent milestones her family has experienced and expresses appreciation for her sobriety, and for being fully engaged and emotional. She addresses a brief desire to drink at her daughter's graduation celebration dinner, and Daniel talks about how that is normal, and that it is unrealistic to think you'll never have another craving. They talk about "negative permanent language" and as it applies to sobriety. 

    EPISODE 74

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 35:57


    Daniel and Jenna talk about alcohol-free products that have recently become more popular including elixirs, microdose mushroom beverages, and supplements. They discuss their own personal preferences with these products and how they feel it could potentially affect their sobriety. 

    EPISODE 74

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 38:12


    Daniel and Jenna talk about alcohol-free products that have recently become more popular including elixirs, microdose mushroom beverages, and supplements. They discuss their own personal preferences with these products and how they feel it could potentially affect their sobriety.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 73

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 36:51


    Daniel tells Jenna about recently losing power and adjusting his family activities for an evening. They talk about their rationalization to drink in those types of circumstances during active addiction. Jenna talks about how relieved she feels to be able to participate in relaxing activities on her own without the lure of alcohol constantly pulling at her choices. They also discuss the ability to stay awake and alert in the evenings, whether that means giving their children rides to and from activities, being productive at home, or simply relaxing.

    EPISODE 73

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 38:06


    Daniel tells Jenna about recently losing power and adjusting his family activities for an evening. They talk about their rationalization to drink in those types of circumstances during active addiction. Jenna talks about how relieved she feels to be able to participate in relaxing activities on her own without the lure of alcohol constantly pulling at her choices. They also discuss the ability to stay awake and alert in the evenings, whether that means giving their children rides to and from activities, being productive at home, or simply relaxing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    EPISODE 72

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 40:33


    aniel and Jenna talk about "residual shame" as Daniel continues his job search and is faced with some previous acquaintances via social media. They discuss the rationale for amends and how it can sometimes be authentic and sometimes self-serving, and the importance of making that distinction before approaching someone from the past. 

    EPISODE 72

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 39:18


    Daniel and Jenna talk about "residual shame" as Daniel continues his job search and is faced with some previous acquaintances via social media. They discuss the rationale for amends and how it can sometimes be authentic and sometimes self-serving, and the importance of making that distinction before approaching someone from the past. 

    Episode 71

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 40:11


    Jenna and Daniel talk about how their sobriety has affected their marriages. Having much different experiences, they share the differences and similarities of how their relationships have evolved as they have discovered their true authentic selves in sobriety.

    Episode 71

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 41:26


    Jenna and Daniel talk about how their sobriety has affected their marriages. Having much different experiences, they share the differences and similarities of how their relationships have evolved as they have discovered their true authentic selves in sobriety.

    Episode 70

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 39:10


    Jenna talks about going to a Phillies game and how her sobriety gave her a sense of freedom versus restraint. Daniel talks about how much his recent injury continues to limit his activities and how he's handling the associated frustration. They discuss weed, CBD and THC, and talk about how some people in recovery will sometimes seek "permission" to start smoking in place of drinking.

    Episode 70

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 40:25


    Jenna talks about going to a Phillies game and how her sobriety gave her a sense of freedom versus restraint. Daniel talks about how much his recent injury continues to limit his activities and how he's handling the associated frustration. They discuss weed, CBD and THC, and talk about how some people in recovery will sometimes seek "permission" to start smoking in place of drinking.

    EP 69

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 35:49


    Daniel tells Jenna of a recent neck injury which leads to a discussion about the disruption of certain activities in his sober toolbox. They talk about the critical nature of maintaining routine and adjusting their sober activities as needed. Daniel asks the question "what is this trying to teach me" versus feeling overly frustrated or defeated. He acknowledges how different his situation would be in active addiction as they discuss boundary-setting and supporting loved ones.

    EP 69

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 37:04


    Daniel tells Jenna of a recent neck injury which leads to a discussion about the disruption of certain activities in his sober toolbox. They talk about the critical nature of maintaining routine and adjusting their sober activities as needed. Daniel asks the question "what is this trying to teach me" versus feeling overly frustrated or defeated. He acknowledges how different his situation would be in active addiction as they discuss boundary-setting and supporting loved ones.

    Episode 68

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 37:40


    Jenna and Daniel talk about navigating parental choices when their children are considering drinking. They discuss trust and respect and how that ties into their parenting styles. Daniel talks about some recent travel which leads them to recall some of their habits when it came to planning drinking during road trips.

    Episode 67

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 41:23


    Daniel talks about planning some upcoming travel and being careful not to overthink the plans. Jenna shares about attending the first happy hour she's been to since getting sober and acknowledges her signals to know when to leave. They discuss having acceptance of potentially missing out on some things, or not being invited to certain events, in return for maintaining their sobriety.

    Episode 66

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 42:29


    Jenna tells Daniel about a recent injury and the potential of needing surgery, the use of pain medication and potential cross addiction. Their discussion leads them to consider how they have evaluated their individual reasons for becoming addicts in the first place, and how that can be a grey area for some people in recovery.

    Episode 65

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 34:33


    Daniel and Jenna talk about fear mongering as a method to promote sobriety and the aggressive nature of some sober people in their promotion techniques. They discuss associated policing and judgement-based modalities, particularly when trying to figure out your "why" to stop drinking. 

    Episode 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 34:59


    Jenna asks Daniel about his drunken gaming during his active addiction and Daniel explains his need for control and escape at the time as a coping mechanism. They discuss their hyper awareness of alcohol in everyday life as Daniel talks about a recent trip to HomeGoods with his daughter, which prompts Jenna to tell a story of being over friendly and over generous during her drinking days.

    Episode 63

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 30:27


    Daniel and Jenna talk about their experiences with isolation and the importance of sober community. Jenna recognizes her stubborn nature and how it affected her willingness to initially accept her need for a sober community. Daniel talks about recently attending a sober house party and an app that hosts sober events nationwide.  They talk about putting in the work and researching available events to potentially connect with other people in recovery. 

    Episode 62

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 40:24


    Daniel and Jenna talk about celebrating St. Patrick's Day. They recall the internal negotiations and bargaining in active addiction when it came their habits as they tried to maintain a "normal" appearance to outsiders. They talk about the shift from envy to disinterest when watching people celebrate or day drink, and the ebb and flow of these feelings in sobriety.

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