After 18 years of drinking, countless blackouts, arrests, and hospital stays, I finally hit my bottom—and started to climb. This podcast is about what it really looks like to get sober. No sugarcoating. No step-by-step manual. Just honest conversations about addiction, recovery, relapse, and everything in between. If you’ve struggled, if someone you love is struggling, or if you just want to understand the chaos behind the bottle—this is for you. Let’s talk about what happens after rock bottom.
After 18 years of drinking, countless blackouts, arrests, and hospital stays, I finally hit my bottom—and started to climb. This podcast is about what it really looks like to get sober. No sugarcoating. No step-by-step manual. Just honest conversations about addiction, recovery, relapse, and everything in between. If you’ve struggled, if someone you love is struggling, or if you just want to understand the chaos behind the bottle—this is for you. Let’s talk about what happens after rock bottom.
In this conversation, Ryan and Jimmy Thistle explore the journey of recovery from addiction, discussing childhood influences, the onset of drinking, and the impact of relationships on their sobriety. They reflect on the challenges faced during their drinking years, including toxic relationships and personal tragedies, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of their struggles and the importance of recovery. In this conversation, Jimmy Thistle shares his profound journey through addiction, guilt, and recovery. He reflects on the tragic loss of a friend, the escalation of his drinking habits, and the impact of relationships on his sobriety. The discussion delves into the cycle of relapse, the importance of connection in recovery, and the inspiration behind starting a podcast to help others. Jimmy emphasizes the significance of community support and the lessons learned from his struggles, ultimately highlighting the resilience required to overcome addiction.