Sober Shenanigans

In this powerful remastered episode of Sober Shenanigans, Tiffany Wynn shares one of the most honest and relatable recovery stories we’ve aired.
From blackouts, cocaine addiction, failed attempts to quit, toxic relationships, financial destruction, and emotional survival mode — Tiffany opens up about the moment she finally surrendered and walked into recovery.
Primo and Stauff dive deep into:
addiction and alcoholism
recovery and emotional healing
parenting in sobriety
shame, fear, and self-worth
spirituality and personal transformation
rebuilding life after chaos
service work and helping others
the freedom that comes from honesty
This remastered edition features upgraded audio, enhanced engineering, and one of the strongest conversations from the Sober Shenanigans archive.
💥 Episode Highlights:
“I was sick of my own sh*t.”
“You don’t know what freedom feels like until sobriety.”
“Addiction wants you alone.”
“Trust God. Clean house. Help others.”
Whether you're newly sober, struggling with addiction, supporting someone in recovery, or simply looking for real conversations about life and healing — this episode delivers truth without filters.
🎙 Hosted by:Chris “Primo” Primeau & Greg “Stauff” Stauffer
🌐 Website:SoberShenanigans.net
👇 Comment your sobriety date and where you’re watching from.
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Originally recorded with 41 years of sobriety… now celebrating 42.
This remastered Top 10 episode of Sober Shenanigans features Lucky Lou — a man who continues to prove, year after year, what long-term recovery actually looks like.
This isn’t just a throwback — it’s a reminder.
Lou’s story, perspective, and no-nonsense approach to sobriety hit just as hard today as they did when we first recorded it. And now, with another year under his belt, it carries even more weight.
That’s why this episode made our Top 10.
Inside this conversation:
What it really takes to stay sober for decades
The mindset behind long-term recovery
Why showing up never stops mattering
How experience changes your perspective over time
Whether you’re new to recovery or deep into your journey, this episode is packed with truth, wisdom, and real-life perspective that doesn’t expire.
42 years sober… and still doing the work.
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What happens when you stop overthinking and actually take action in recovery? In this powerful episode of Sober Shenanigans, Primo and Stauff sit down with Steve Jackson—a no-excuses voice in recovery known for turning talk into action.
They dive into the difference between knowing what to do and doing it, breaking through fear, and why real change only happens when you move your feet. Steve shares hard-earned insights on accountability, daily discipline, and how consistent action builds a life worth staying sober for.
If you’re stuck in your head, spinning your wheels, or waiting for the “right time,” this episode is your wake-up call.
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The Four Horsemen bring chaos—conquest, war, famine, death. Big, dramatic, biblical-level destruction straight out of the Book of Revelation.
But here’s the truth nobody talks about…
The Fifth Horseman shows up after the smoke clears.
He’s not here to destroy anything.He’s here to make you live in what’s left.
He looks like:
The wreckage of your choices
The relationships you strained or lost
The anxiety, the shame, the “what the hell did I do?”
The long road back that nobody applauds
In recovery, the Fifth Horseman is consequences.
He doesn’t kick the door in…he sits quietly in the room and waits for you to notice him.
And here’s the twist—he’s not your enemy.
Because the Fifth Horseman is also:
Accountability
Growth
The moment you stop blaming and start rebuilding
The exact place where recovery begins
At some point, everyone in recovery realizes something uncomfortable:
You weren’t being chased by the apocalypse…you were riding in on that fifth horse the whole time.
And the day you own that?
That’s the day everything changes.
Closer Line (strong finish)
👉 “The first four horsemen bring the chaos…the fifth one gives you the chance to clean it up.”
—or—
👉 “Recovery doesn’t start when the chaos ends…it starts when the Fifth Horseman hands you the reins.”
 

This week on Sober Shenanigans, we welcome Wayne — better known as The Enthusiastic Wayne — for a powerful conversation about recovery, gratitude, and finding real purpose after the chaos.
Wayne brings the kind of energy that reminds us recovery isn’t about surviving life — it’s about showing up for it. We talk about the turning points that changed everything, the lessons that stuck, and how enthusiasm, honesty, and willingness can rebuild a life from the ground up.
This episode is packed with real talk, laughs, perspective, and the kind of hope people need to hear — whether you’re brand new to recovery, supporting someone you love, or just trying to become a better version of yourself.
No fluff. No filters. Just real stories, real recovery, and a reminder that life can get a whole lot better.
Subscribe, like, and share if this episode speaks to you.
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🎙️ Sober Shenanigans — One Year Anniversary Special | Real Talk. Real Recovery.
One year. 44+ episodes. Over 21,000 of you legends riding with us.
In this special anniversary episode of Sober Shenanigans, Primo and Stauff sit down for a raw, unfiltered conversation about the first year of the podcast—what worked, what didn’t, and what this journey has truly meant to us.
We talk about:
The reality of long-term sobriety and recovery
Lessons learned from guests, setbacks, and growth
Building a recovery community online and in real life
The moments that almost broke us—and the ones that built us
Why we keep showing up (even when we don’t feel like it)
This isn’t polished. This isn’t scripted.This is real recovery, real life, and real gratitude.
If you're new to recovery, thinking about getting sober, or have years under your belt—this episode is for you.
🔥 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT 🔥We’re launching our new recovery accountability app — built from decades of real experience.👉 Designed to help you build a network, stay accountable, and take action daily.👉 Looking for our first 100 beta testers — drop a comment if you want in.
💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATIONDrop your sobriety date + where you’re from in the comments 👇We read every single one.
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“Sweet Lou: From New Orleans Soul to Naples Serenity | Music, Recovery & Real Talk”
Alternate options if you want slightly different flavors:
“Sweet Lou’s Story: Music, Mayhem & Recovery from New Orleans to Naples”
“From Bourbon Street to Breakthrough: Sweet Lou on Music & Recovery”
“Sweet Lou Live: Guitar, Gratitude & Getting Clean the Hard Way”
This week on Sober Shenanigans, we sit down with Sweet Lou, a soulful musician with roots in New Orleans and a new chapter unfolding in Naples, Florida.
From the rhythm of Bourbon Street to the quiet clarity of recovery, Lou shares his journey through addiction, music, and finding purpose on the other side. With a guitar in hand and honesty at the forefront, this episode blends raw storytelling, laughter, and the kind of real talk that defines what recovery is all about.
We dive into:
Life in New Orleans and the culture that shaped him
The reality of drinking and drugging—and the toll it takes
How music became both an escape and a path forward
What it takes to rebuild a life in recovery
Finding peace, purpose, and a new rhythm in Naples
This one’s got heart, grit, and a little bit of soul you won’t forget.
🎧 Whether you’re new to recovery or deep in the journey, this episode delivers honesty, hope, and a reminder that change is always possible.
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Here you go—tight, punchy, and feels human (not AI-polished):
This week on Sober Shenanigans — Geoff & Patty T straight out of Detroit.
One’s living 11 years sober, doing the work and walking it out every day. The other brings the Al-Anon side—the truth about loving someone through chaos, control, and letting go.
This one hits both sides of recovery: the person getting sober… and the people who had to survive them.
Real talk, real perspective, no fluff.

Sober Shenanigans Podcast — Episode 41Teaching Differently: Recovery, Neurodivergence, and Finding Your Superpower
In this episode of Sober Shenanigans, we sit down with Emily, a teacher who works with neurodivergent students and celebrates six years in recovery. Her story is a powerful reminder that the traits that once made life difficult can become strengths when we find the right path.
We talk about the intersection of recovery, education, neurodiversity, and purpose, and how learning to understand our brains—rather than fight them—can transform our lives.
Emily shares what it’s like teaching kids who think differently, how recovery helped her find clarity and patience, and why embracing who you are might be the most powerful lesson of all.
As always, Sober Shenanigans is the meeting before the meeting and after the meeting—where we share stories, laugh at ourselves, and remind each other that recovery can actually be fun.
No drinks today.
Topics in this episode:• Recovery and neurodiversity• Teaching neurodivergent students• Life lessons from sobriety• Finding purpose through helping others• Mental health and personal growth
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Sober Shenanigans Podcast — Episode 41
Class Is In Session… and Emily Brought the Freedom
This week on Sober Shenanigans, we welcome Emily, a dedicated teacher working with neurodivergent students who is celebrating six years in recovery. Her story is one of resilience, purpose, and discovering that the very things that once felt like obstacles can become powerful strengths.
Emily shares what it’s like teaching kids who think differently, how recovery changed the way she sees the world, and why compassion, patience, and understanding are the real tools of transformation.
From the classroom to the recovery community, this conversation reminds us that growth happens when we embrace who we are—and help others do the same.
As always, Sober Shenanigans is the meeting before the meeting and after the meeting, where real stories, real laughter, and real recovery come together.
Real Talk • Real Recovery • No Drinks Today
Topics in This Episode
• Recovery and personal transformation• Teaching neurodivergent students• Finding purpose through service• Mental health and sobriety• Six years of recovery wisdom
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Amanda from Jersey is the host of The Middle of It podcast, where real life, real struggles, and real growth all collide. Known for her raw honesty, Jersey-strong attitude, and zero-filter storytelling, Amanda dives into the messy middle of life — the part most people try to skip past.
Through conversations about relationships, personal growth, recovery journeys, and navigating everyday chaos, Amanda creates a space where listeners feel seen, understood, and a little less alone. The Middle of It is about embracing the process, learning while you’re living it, and finding strength in the chapters that aren’t perfectly written.