Sobriety... Now What? with Stuart Cline
Most sobriety podcasts tell you to stay sober. This one helps you figure out what to do with the life you're building.
Sobriety... Now What? is for people who are sober — or trying to be — and ready to go deeper than just not drinking or using. Each episode explores what it actually looks like to build a life worth staying sober for.
I'm your host, Stuart Cline — a licensed therapist, addiction counselor, and Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) with over 25 years in clinical practice — from a locked inpatient psychiatric unit early in my career, to leading an intensive outpatient program, to 18 years of hospital-based clinical work alongside a private practice. In New Mexico I hold two active licenses: Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC).
I also bring something no credential can give you. I grew up with two alcoholic parents — one who got sober, and one who didn't. The difference between those two paths shaped my life and my purpose. I know what recovery can cost, and I know what it can give back.
Each episode offers practical tools, honest conversations, and real strategies for navigating the emotional terrain of sober life — cravings, stress, relationships, purpose, identity, and everything in between. You'll hear from authors, musicians, teachers, business owners, and recovery experts, alongside solo episodes where I break down what works, why it works, and how to apply it.
There's no single right way to recover. But there are principles that help people thrive — and that's what we explore here.
This podcast exists to help you avoid unnecessary suffering and discover what's possible when sobriety becomes a foundation, not a limitation.
You're not alone — and you don't have to figure this out by yourself.
🌐 www.sobrietynowwhat.com ✉️ sobrietynowwhat111@gmail.com
Sobriety Now What? — Let's explore what comes next.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not establish a therapeutic or counseling relationship.
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good analogies
stuart, thanks so much for sharing. I do feel better. I will follow your positive love for people and life. Bobby Lee
(Do notx remove): love this!! Your coffee intro had me laughing and the rest of it, is inspiring. Gave up news because too depressin and, as you said,🥰🤗 we can't do anything about it!!
really enjoyed this episode,especially ‘beers and bikinis. Really related. Thank you keep the good work😊
my mom listens to you and you're the reason we fixed our relationship....she just passed thank you
love your sister Stuart! KINDNESS to self and others
Fun interview! And good kindness stories!!
Just listened to your first episode, Stuart. EXCELLENT start, and really looking forward to following your journey. As impressive as the launch was, this Fan Mail is actually for your Mother. My name is Phil Plant, and I also do some work in treatment and recovery. I was in Rhode Island several years ago doing some work, and I had the opportunity to spend some time with both your sister and your Mom (I believe we actually met via ZOOM). You are so lucky to have two wonderful women in your family. I am a card-carrying groupie of your Mom😬 Much luck with the podcast, and I look forward to enjoying many more episodes; )
WOW! Your podcast is riveting! You are a really good host! And Collum a fabulous and interesting speaker. He really got to my heart, when he said he wiped the smiles off his children's faces. Thank you both for your inspirational podcast!!