The Creative Sober

Mar 04 2025 48 ep. 41 mins 14
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The Creative Sober Podcast is a collection of interviews with artists and musicians on the sobriety spectrum who inspire and create. Hosted by Mei McIntosh

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S5E03 The Healing Power of Community: Interview with Bill Taylor

Mar 04 2025 51 mins  
Bill Taylor, Director of Music Programs & Strategy at The Phoenix, shares his powerful journey of recovery within the music industry. He discusses the unique challenges musicians face, the vital role of community support, and how music can be a transformative healing tool. Bill emphasizes creating safe spaces at festivals, shifting self-talk, and the importance of organizations

S5E02 The Impact of Sobriety on Creativity: Interview with Bonnie Rue

Dec 18 2024 45 mins  
Episode Summary:We chat with Bonnie Rue, a talented artist and creative director at Austin's Original Apothecary. Bonnie shares her inspiring recovery journey and how sobriety has fueled her creativity. We discuss the power of nutrition and herbs in early recovery, the importance of overcoming perfectionism, and the benefits of mindfulness and kindness in the creative process. We a

S5E01 Shadow to Rainbow: A Pop Artist's Sober Journey - Interview with Kady Rain

Oct 15 2024 39 mins  
We dive deep into the inspiring journey of Kady Rain, a vibrant pop artist from Austin, Texas. Kady shares her personal experiences of surviving an abusive relationship, finding her purpose in music, and embracing sobriety. Her story is a testament to the power of creativity and resilience in overcoming adversity. Discover: ​The Power of Music as Therapy: Kady discusses how mu

Five Years Alcohol-Free: A Journey of Growth and Healing with Mei McIntosh

Jul 30 2024 28 mins  
*This episode contains discussions of suicide and mental health challenges that some listeners may find triggering. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please seek professional help immediately. You can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. In this episode, Host, Mei McIntosh shares her journey of being alcohol-free for five year

S4E05 Colt 45 - Interview with J9 + Single "Pleasure & Pain" ft. Peril Erinyes

Nov 16 2023 37 mins  
Struggling to balance partying and your art? Could ditching the scene unlock your creative potential? J9 shares their inspiring pre-pandemic sobriety choice, piloting adventures, and music debut "Pleasure & Pain" – a taste of their album "Colt 45." Discover how transformation fuels their '90s-infused sound. Listen now! Connect with J9: ⁠Instagram�

S4E04 Sea, Swallow Me - Interview with Suki Jones

Aug 18 2023 38 mins  
In a heartfelt and introspective episode with the remarkable Suki Jones. As a San Francisco Bay Area-based writer, Suki has become synonymous with resilience and literary brilliance, especially with 23 years of sobriety under her belt. This episode places a special spotlight on her memoir, "Sea, Swallow Me," providing listeners with a deep dive into its raw narrative, exp

S4E03 Strip: A Memoir - Interview With Hannah Sward

Jun 09 2023 51 mins  
From Los Angeles, author Hannah Sward peels back the layers of her journey as a writer. She navigates the turning point of publishing her memoir, "Strip," and the serendipitous alignment of her deeply personal experiences that brought her to this present moment. Sward delves into the wellspring of her creativity, exploring the delicate balance between her thirteen years o

S4E02 Not Your Narrative - Interview With Nathan James

Apr 27 2023 39 mins  
Nathan James ("Nate the Dreamer"), is a young Orlando creative, entrepreneur, and founder of Not Your Narrative Apparel. Nathan, a mental health advocate for marginalized communities (and 3.5 years sober!), uses his platform to challenge negative stereotypes and empower others. He believes vulnerability is key to breaking down barriers and helping others. TW: Bullying, s

S4E01 Second Chances - Interview with Danny Coburn

Jan 27 2023 33 mins  
Alcohol abuse in the music world is not sustainable, and it is possible to sober up and have a successful music career. We learn about Danny Coburn's story of when he found his passion for music at an early age, fell into alcohol abuse at 21 years old, to lose his band and way of life. Danny got a wake-up call on his journey towards deciding to stop drinking, and took early st

Bonus Episode - Vol 2 | Music Compilation

Jun 28 2022 60 mins  
Vol 2 is a collection of original music and personal intros to their songs you would have heard in Season 3 and featured artists in our community. Enjoy! Tracklist: 1. Ben VanBuskirk/Blackout Orchestra - Intro, Unfound 2. Amber Long - Intro, Cirrus [Modern Architect] 3. DJ T-Schnegg - Intro, Versatile 4. Lisa Hartt - Intro, Don't Tell Me How To Feel 5. B RO - Intro, CTL 6. Gregory