This week i am joined on One For The Road by Allie Bailey who is an ultrarunner, coach, speaker and podcaster who has run in some of the most extreme places in the world. In 2024 she released her first book “There is No Wall”, a brutally honest, sometimes shocking account of alcoholism, depression and severe mental breakdowns that almost cost her her life. She would like it to be known that despite this doom worthy introduction, she is “super good fun.” Allie tends to swear quite a lot. Allie was the first woman to run 100 miles across frozen Lake Khövsgöl in Mongolia and to run the full length of the Panama Canal. She has crossed the inhospitable Namib Desert three times, run the length of the Outer Hebrides and completed a 1,000-mile off-road version of the classic Land’s End to John o’Groats route in just thirty days. Allie has finished over 200 marathons and ultramarathons all over the world, but the most remarkable thing about all of these achievements is that she accomplished most of them while battling depression and alcoholism. Although running ultimately became the vehicle that helped buy Allie the time to recover from a number of severe mental health breakdowns, it did not save her. In fact, there were times when it made her battle all the more difficult. After a seismic mental health crisis in 2021, Allie finally admitted to herself and those around her that she was an alcoholic and started her recovery. She left behind a dream career with major record labels and adventure companies and now works as a coach with a broad range of runners and endurance athletes, helping them unlock their full potential.

Instagram: @ab_runs

Website: www.alliebailey.co.uk

Book links:

Publisher: https://www.adventurebooks.com/products/there-is-no-wall-allie-

Tour: https://www.speakersfromtheedge.com/theatre-tours/2024/allie-bailey-rwsy

This weeks episode is sponsored by https://www.ethicalcontent.co.uk/

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

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Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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A huge welcome back to One For The Road after a season break! Its great ti be back. This week on I am joined by Matt Willis.

Matt was born on May 8, 1983, in Tooting, London, England, is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and actor. He first rose to fame as the bassist and co-vocalist of the pop-punk band Busted, which he formedin 2002 alongside James Bourne and Charlie Simpson. Busted enjoyed significant success in the early 2000s with hits like "What I Go to School For," "Year 3000," and "Crashed the Wedding," leading to multiple chart-topping singles and albums.

After Busted's initial split in 2005, Willis pursued a solo career, releasing his debut album "Don't Let It Go to Waste" in 2006. The album included singles such as "Up All Night," "Hey Kid," His solo career earned him further recognition and a new fan base.In addition to his music career, Willis ventured into television and acting.He won the sixth series of the British reality TV show "I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!" in 2006, showcasing his popularity beyond music. He also appeared in various stage productions and TV shows, expanding his versatility as an entertainer.

In this episode Matt opens up about his troubled childhood and early rise to fame which led to years of alcohol and drug use. He discusses his friendship with Amy Winehouse and his years of struggling and attempts to get sober. This is a truly gripping episode and I’m so pleased to share that Matt is now 6 years sober.He also has an amazing podcast called On the Mend.

https://open.spotify.com/show/0n5EkuynTmtA3ZckiZ5C7J?si=4f0XYCpMT9WT5sMqnJZOUQ

https://www.musicsupport.org/

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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On today’s episode on One For The Road I have to issue a trigger warning as there are discussions around child abuse and suicide. My guest on todays show today is Lucy Bruce. Lucy lives in Glasgow with her two daughters and has now been sober for 18 years. Her childhood was impacted by alcohol, violence & sexual abuse and she self-medicated with alcohol throughout her teens and early twenties until suicidal thoughts and panic attacks made her seek help to get sober. Despite removing alcohol Lucy struggled with unresolved childhood trauma & suffered from obtrusive thoughts surrounding her pregnancies until years later when she experienced MDMA Therapy and has never looked back. Lucy is a single parent, has weathered divorce, co-dependent relationships and loss but still lives a life free from alcohol. She is passionate about her children and work as an Alcohol-free coach and wants to share her story with women who may be going through similar experiences to help get rid of the stigma around the issues. 

www.lucybrucelifecoach.com 

https://www.instagram.com/lucybrucelifecoach/

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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Welcome back to One For The Road. This week i am joined by Sharon and Lauretta, an acclaimed comedy double act who have appeared in numerous TV and stage productions, developed sitcoms with comedy giants, and written plays for the West End. Sharon and Lauretta went from red wine-drinking Chinese take-out aficionados to thriving advocates of a plant-based lifestyle. Sharon's diagnosis of a rare autoimmune disease was a turning point that led them down a path of resilience, determination, and ultimately, transformation. Sharon was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease just before her son was born over 9 years ago. She was covered from head to toe in a chronic rash, and at times was wheelchair-bound. On a concoction of very toxic drugs and steroids, she decided she needed to find another way to get better. Her sister was determined to do everything she could to help Sharon. Her husband left her at six months pregnant, and she was now looking after Sharon, her daughter, and Sharon's son. As two single Mums living together with very young children, they decided they wanted to do everything to get Sharon's health back. After extensive research and a lot of trial and error, together they transitioned into a plant-based diet with lots of nutrient-dense foods, gave up alcohol and processed foods. Lauretta retrained as a natural vegan chef concentrating on nutrition. Sharon is now off all drugs, feels better than ever, and is back running. They decided they wanted to inspire others and in 2018 set up a wellness retreat, The Detox Barn followed by launching their first product, Funki Coffee, and their hugely successful podcast - The Gavin Sisters Wellness Show.

www.gavinsisters.co.uk

Insta: @gavinsistersuk

TIKTOK:@gavinsisters

Facebook: @TheDetoxBarn

You Tube: @gavingavin

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle/

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Thanks for tuning into this weeks epsiode of One For `The Road. This week i am joined by Matt Busbridge. Matt started drinking when he was 17 - it was something that wasn’t really of interest to him before that and he began mainly going to clubs etc and drinking maybe once a week . Drink gave him the confidence and a whole new lease of life at that age. He struggled , and still does, with confidence . He reckons it all stems from where he used to be quite a big lad and that hasn’t really left him since . Matt then started taking drugs around the age of 22 - the drug of choice was cocaine . He dabbled with others - mdma / ecstasy / ketamine and he took drugs all the way up to his 30s … it was pretty much a weekly occurrence with him; with these actions he self sabotaged relationships, but alsonused it as a form of self medicating . When living in London Matt was drinking and using around 3 days a week and he used to also do something called ‘Monday club’ where it was a case of just getting messed up after work .  Matt went through Mega lows; chromic depression and anger towards people who wanted to help whuch was very selfish Matt went sober last January, he didn’t attend AA - he mainly just listened to podcasts . Matt is doing really well now and hopes that by sharing his story it will help others to look at their relationship with drugs and alcohol.

https://www.instagram.com/highsobrietypodcast_?igsh=bGs0NDUzbDc0c3Zr&utm_source=qr

https://anchor.fm/highsobrietypodcast

https://youtu.be/CfAyZfbdWBs?si=-3i2kcCamFK-2cSb

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle/

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Thanks for joining me for this weeks episode of One For The Road. This week i am joined by Emily Horwood. Emily grew up in the noughties, amongst the parties of the primrose hill set and the carnage of Camden Town. The drink and the drug scene was in full swing and Emily's relationship with alcohol was off and running. As the people around her started to 'grow up' and have families, Emily continued to do what she knew...searching for the next 'high,' travelling, partying and jumping from job to job. Emily's life changed when she found herself in an abusive relationship, fuelled by alcohol. After seeking help to leave, Emily found that she was now drinking to 'escape' her reality, more than ever.  Emily's story, describes the 'grey-out' years from her mid 20's - mid 30's, she talks about having children as a way to 'fix' herself, she shares her darkest times and how she finally hit her emotional rock bottom. Emily shares her story of courage and determination to change her relationship with alcohol for good. We hear how she found the support she needed, her journey into Alcoholics Anonymous, her relapse and her comeback. We talk about the value of connection, accountability, maintenance and helping others and how the Sober Community is now one of the key tools that Emily uses to change her life for the better and to support others who are considering or trying out a new sober way of life.  Emily posts daily on her instagram page, @stepping_on_the_sober_train .... She shares nuggets of wisdom and lessons she is learning along the way on her Sober 'Journey.' 

http://www.emilyhorwood.com/

http://www.womensaid.org.uk/

http://www.thespeedomickfoundation.org/

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle/

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Thanks for joining me for this week's One For The Road episode. This week I am joined by Tanya Bardsley. Tanya is one of the country's best-known reality TV personalities and an author, model and life coach. Tanya starred in the Real Housewives of Cheshire for almost a decade, however at the same time was struggling with the perfect storm of ADHD symptoms, peri-menopause symptoms and self-medicating using alcohol. Following a breakdown at the end of 2022, Tanya spent time in rehab and has completely re-evaluated her relationship with alcohol. She recently celebrated her first anniversary of being alcohol-free and has never felt better. Tanya continues appearing on TV and working to raise awareness of the impact of ADHD and helping others transform their well-being through her Transform With Tanya coaching programme.

https://www.instagram.com/tanyabardsley7/

https://transformwithtanyabardsley.com

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle/

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Kim’s journey began in 2013 when she decided to make the commitment to stop drinking in order to support her son Matthew who had been diagnosed with epilepsy. Sober is the New Cool was created as she soon realised the social pressures surrounding not only herself but her son too. Connection is the key to hope, health and happiness. She quickly realised that sending messages of hope and inspiration every day has the potential to brighten someone’s world. Kim feels blessed to have reinvented herself at the age of 52, and to be able to have filled her life with passion and something she can be proud of, and if we can remember that no act of kindness no matter how small, is ever wasted.

Only by giving can we receive more than we already have.

https://www.instagram.com/sober.is.the.new.cool/

https://www.facebook.com/soberisthenewcool.org/

https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FSoberitnc

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_tmHjBMjRmRj-HECQ3_Feg

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave

https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

https://www.instagram.com/lucy_norfolk_/

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle/

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