gAy A: The Queer Sober Hero Show

By: Steve Bennet-Martin
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  • Summary

  • gAy A delivers inspiring stories about queer people in sobriety who are achieving amazing feats in their recovery, proving that we are all LGBTQIA+ sober heroes.

    If you are looking for a safe space where all queer people, no matter their gender, sexual orientation, age, length of sober time, or method of recovery are valid, this is the sober show for you. If you are sober, you are a hero!

    This show is not affiliated with any program or institution, so you will hear stories from alcoholics and addicts where people mention getting sober using recovery methods such as rehabilitation, both inpatient and outpatient rehabs, sober living, hospitals, and some of us who got sober at home on our own. Guests may mention twelve step programs like AA, CMA, SMART Recovery, or other methods, while accepting that no one answer is perfect for everyone.

    This podcast will provide valuable insights for any interested in learning more about queer recovery, from those of us with years or even decades of recovery under their belt, to people just beginning their sobriety journey, to even the sober curious or friends and family of alcoholics and addicts.

    Each week, host Sober Steve the Podcast Guy tries to answer the following questions in various formats and with different perspectives:

    · How do I get and stay sober in the queer community?

    · Can you have fun while being sober and gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, or queer?

    · What does a sober life as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community look like?

    · Where do sober gay and queer people hang out?

    · How can I have good sex sober?

    · What are tips and tricks for early sobriety?

    · How can I get unstuck or out of this rut in my recovery?

    · How will my life change if I get sober?

    · Can you be queer and sober and happy?

    · How can I untangle sex and alcohol and drugs?
    © 2025 gAy A: The Queer Sober Hero Show
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Episodes
  • Sober Gay Adventures ft. Johnny

    Sober Gay Adventures ft. Johnny
    Jan 23 2025

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    Episode Highlights

    🌍 Traveling Sober & Building Community:
    Johnny shares how he founded Sober Gay Adventures, offering intimate, 10-day trips for queer sober travelers to explore the world with accountability and connection. His goal was to create meaningful travel experiences for those in recovery, providing fellowship in small groups across the globe.

    🏳️‍🌈 Embracing Queer Joy:
    Johnny talks about loving the vibrant, campy, and dramatic aspects of queer culture and how that community connection has deepened in his sobriety.

    💔 Navigating Loss & Addiction:
    Johnny opens up about how the sudden passing of his best friend led to years of heavy drinking and eventual morning drinking. His breaking point came after a health scare that led him to fully commit to recovery.

    🛠️ Sobriety Tools:
    Johnny highlights the importance of daily meetings, meditation, gratitude lists, and building authentic connections as essential tools in his recovery.

    🌿 Sober Gay Adventures in 2025:
    Johnny shares upcoming travel experiences including:

    • London to Paris: Iconic city exploration with day trips to Stonehenge and Mont-Saint-Michel.
    • Italy Tour: Rome, Florence, Venice with immersive food tours and Tuscany day trips.
    • Crete, Greece Retreat: A yoga and meditation retreat with daily excursions, evening sharing circles, and themed celebrations.

    Connect with Johnny

    🔗 Website: sobergayadventures.com
    📸 Instagram: @sobergayadventures
    📘 Facebook: Sober Gay Adventures

    Stay Connected with gAy A

    📲 Follow us on Instagram: @gAyApodcast
    💌 Want to share your story or ask a question? Send a DM on Instagram or visit sobersteve.com to guest or connect!

    🎧 New episodes every Thursday!
    Until next time, stay sober, friends! 🌈✨

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    19 mins
  • Stay Strong, Do Good, Be Brave ft. Adam S

    Stay Strong, Do Good, Be Brave ft. Adam S
    Jan 16 2025

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  • Aging into Authenticity in Recovery ft. Mark V

    Aging into Authenticity in Recovery ft. Mark V
    Jan 9 2025

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    Hey there, Super Sober Heroes! This week on Gay A, I’m joined by returning guest and podcast favorite, Mark, as we dive into the transformative power of sobriety and how it’s helped him embrace his authentic queer self.

    From growing up in a Catholic family with strict gender norms to navigating the complexities of being openly gay in the workplace, Mark shares his journey of self-discovery, healing, and unapologetically owning his queerness—brooches, skirts, and all!

    We also discuss:
    🌈 Reconnecting with queerness after decades of societal and self-imposed barriers
    🌟 How sobriety teaches us to relearn lessons we’ve forgotten
    💔 The impact of loss on sobriety and self-growth
    💪 Why authenticity is a practice, not a destination

    Whether you’re navigating your own queer identity, seeking inspiration to live authentically, or just here for Mark’s fabulousness, this episode is a must-listen!

    Connect with Mark:
    Follow him on Instagram: @HeyMarko8


    Join the Conversation:
    🌟 What steps have you taken to live your most authentic self?
    🌟 How has sobriety helped you reconnect with your identity?
    Let us know! Email us or connect on socials @GayAPodcast.

    Don’t Miss Out!
    Follow Gay A wherever you listen to podcasts for new episodes every Thursday!

    #GayAPodcast #QueerSobriety #LivingAuthentically #LGBTQRecovery #SobrietyJourney #QueerCommunity #SoberLife

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    25 mins

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