What happens when humor meets heartbreak? In this episode of The Soberness Podcast, acclaimed writer and Heavyweight host Jonathan Goldstein dives into the tangled roots of family dysfunction, forgiveness, and the stories we carry from childhood. Through wit and vulnerability, Jonathan unpacks emotional inheritance, estrangement, and what it means to find peace without closure.

Comedian, actress, and activist Margaret Cho opens up about her 19 months in rehab, her sobriety journey, and how Korean culture, fame, and addiction intersected in her life. From using music and EMDR therapy to heal, to discussing phone anxiety, text therapy, and relapse fears, Margaret shares a deeply human and relatable path to recovery. We also talk about the pressures of perfectionism, the silence around addiction in Asian communities, and how she’s embraced aging, activism, and self-acceptance through comedy, style, and spiritual practice. If you're navigating sobriety, identity, or just love raw, honest conversations—this one’s for you.

#1 New York Times bestselling author, spiritual teacher, and motivational speaker Gabby Bernstein joins the Soberness Podcast to explore her profound journey through addiction recovery, trauma healing, and motherhood. Gabby opens up about her spiritual awakening, overcoming childhood trauma, and how her sober lifestyle deepened her connection to herself and others. They discuss anxiety relief, nervous system regulation, EMDR therapy, and the importance of truth-telling in sobriety. This conversation touches on manifesting miracles, conscious parenting, reparenting your inner child, and Gabby’s daily spiritual practices that help her stay grounded and inspired. Whether you’re on a sobriety journey, seeking healing, or curious about spiritual growth, this episode offers wisdom, vulnerability, and actionable insight.

Glen Matlock opens up like never before. In this revealing episode of Soberness, Cat Greenleaf sits down with the legendary Sex Pistols bassist to talk about life on tour, the day he saw a rabbit at the bar, the chip bag that changed his life, and why after 30+ years sober, he still thinks about Guinness.

Journalist, author, and political commentator Molly Jong-Fast opens up about her battle with addiction, getting sober as a teenager, and the journey of reinventing herself. From navigating a tumultuous upbringing to finding her voice in media and politics, Molly shares the hard truths of recovery, the lessons she’s learned, and how sobriety has shaped her career and personal life.

Jason Biggs opens up about the struggles with addiction that he kept hidden from the public eye. Known for his roles in American Pie and Orange Is the New Black, Jason shares the personal battles he faced behind the scenes, the wake-up call that led him to sobriety, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

In this emotional and deeply honest episode of Soberness, legendary actor and voice artist Hank Azaria opens up about his sobriety journey and the role his dear friend, the late Matthew Perry, played in helping him find recovery. Best known for his work on The Simpsons and iconic roles in film and TV, Hank shares how addiction, childhood trauma, and love addiction shaped his life and career.

Legendary musician Steve Earle opens up about his long battle with addiction, hitting rock bottom, and his path to recovery. Steve shares deeply personal stories about the impact of addiction on his life, including the struggles of living on the streets, the devastating loss of his son, and how he found his way back through sobriety.

Suze Orman explaining the psychic weight of debt and how it impacts your physical, emotional and mental well-being.

Suze Orman dives deep into financial sobriety, explaining the psychic weight of debt and how it impacts your physical and mental well-being. Suze breaks down how people find themselves plunging into debt and reveals the number one rule of money everyone needs to follow. If you're looking to transform your relationship with money, this episode is a must-watch.

In this eye-opening clip, Tim Daly shares a raw and personal story about waking up blackout drunk under a sink. Watch as he reflects on hitting rock bottom and finding the strength to change his life.

In this eye-opening clip, Tim Daly shares a raw and personal story about waking up blackout drunk under a sink. Watch as he reflects on hitting rock bottom and finding the strength to change his life.