This Sober Vet | Veteran Sobriety & Recovery Podcast
This Sober Vet is the podcast where military Veterans share their real stories of addiction, alcoholism, PTSD, trauma, recovery, and the life-changing power of sobriety.
Hosted by Army combat Veterans Joe Yurick and co-host Dr. T, this podcast exists to normalize sobriety within the Veteran community by proving that life after alcohol and drugs isn't just possible—it can become the greatest mission you'll ever complete.
Each episode features honest conversations with Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Space Force Veterans who have faced combat, military transition, mental health challenges, substance abuse, alcohol addiction, and life's toughest battles—and found purpose through recovery.
Whether you're an active-duty service member, a military Veteran, a first responder, a family member, or someone searching for hope in addiction recovery, you'll discover practical wisdom, inspiration, and proof that lasting sobriety is achievable.
Topics include:
- Veteran sobriety
- Military addiction recovery
- Alcoholism and alcohol recovery
- Drug addiction recovery
- PTSD and trauma healing
- Mental health and resilience
- Family relationships after addiction
- Leadership and personal growth
- Faith, purpose, and service after military life
You are not alone. Thousands of Veterans have fought this battle—and won.
If you're ready to reclaim your life, restore your relationships, and discover what's possible on the other side of addiction, you've found your community.
Subscribe to This Sober Vet and join the mission to normalize sobriety among America's Veterans—one story at a time.
Episodes
45 episodes
Navy Veteran Barry's Journey from Addiction to Faith, Service and Sobriety
Can someone who feels completely broken build a life filled with peace, purpose, and hope?In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, Navy Veteran Barry shares his remarkable journey from childhood trauma, addiction, and d...
Army Green Beret Chris McPhee's Journey from Addiction to Leadership and Sobriety
What if your greatest strength wasn't found in Special Forces training—but in the decision to change your life?In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, retired Army Green Beret Chris McPhee shares his remarkable journey...
Marine Veteran Jon Kline's Journey from Combat and Law Enforcement to Sobriety
What happens when the stress of combat is followed by the pressures of a career in law enforcement?In this powerful episode of This Sober Vet, Marine Veteran and former police officer Jon Kline shares his deeply personal jo...
Marine Veteran Stephanie Simon's Journey from Alcohol Addiction to Olympic Boxing and Sobriety
What if the toughest fight of your life happened outside the boxing ring?In this unforgettable episode of This Sober Vet, Marine Veteran, Olympic boxing champion, and mental health advocate Stephanie Simon shares her extrao...
Marine Veteran Andrew Farrer's Journey from Alcohol Addiction to 8 Years of Sobriety
Can one decision change the direction of your entire life?In this powerful episode of This Sober Vet, Marine Veteran Andrew Farrer shares his remarkable journey from combat deployments in Fallujah and Ramadi, ...
Celebrating 4 Years Sober | Joe Yurick and His Wife Katie Share Their Recovery Journey
What can four years of sobriety truly change?In this deeply personal bonus episode of This Sober Vet, host Joe Yurick sits down with his wife, Katie, to celebrate four years of sobriety and reflect on the journey tha...
Air Force Veteran Kristen Domke's Journey from Alcohol Addiction to the Warrior Games
Can your greatest setback become the foundation for your greatest purpose?In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, retired Air Force Staff Sergeant Kristen Domke shares her remarkable journey through trauma, alcohol add...
Retired Army Special Forces Sergeant Major Mark Baylis on Trauma Recovery and Veteran Mental Health
How do you know if a therapist truly understands military trauma?In this powerful episode of This Sober Vet, retired Army Special Forces Sergeant Major Mark Baylis, founder of the Valor...
Retired Army Major Sam DeBold on Trauma, Alcohol Addiction and Recovery
What if the strongest thing a leader could do was ask for help?In this compelling episode of This Sober Vet, retired Army Major Sam DeBold shares his deeply personal journey through trauma, alcohol addiction, and recovery a...
Army Combat Medic Marie Henriksen's Journey Through PTSD, Alcoholism and Recovery
Can faith, honesty, and vulnerability transform even the deepest wounds?In this moving episode of This Sober Vet, Army Veteran and former Combat Medic Marie Henriksen shares her courageous journey through trauma, PTSD, alco...
Former Navy SEAL Kevin Stark on Alcohol Recovery, Leadership and the Arete Path
What if the greatest battle of your life wasn't fought overseas—but within yourself?In one of the most powerful conversations on This Sober Vet, former Navy SEAL, BUD/S instructor, and founder of
Air Force Veteran Wes Cornett's Journey from Alcohol Addiction to Sobriety
Can healing begin when you're finally willing to face the pain you've been trying to escape?In this thoughtful episode of This Sober Vet, Air Force Veteran Wes Cornett shares his journey from deployments, military drinking ...
Marine Veteran Dan Bridges' Journey from Alcohol Addiction to Marathon Running
Can running become a powerful tool for recovery?In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, Marine Veteran Dan Bridges shares how he broke free from alcohol addiction and discovered a new purpose through sobriety, enduranc...
Air Force Veteran Anthony Dyer's Journey from Alcohol Addiction to Sobriety
What happens when an Air Force Veteran decides that alcohol is no longer part of the mission?In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, Air Force Veteran Anthony Dyer shares his deeply personal journey from military servi...
Marine Veteran Survives Ramadi and Finds Sobriety | Matt Boelhower's Recovery Story
How do you move forward after witnessing the realities of war?In this powerful episode of This Sober Vet, Marine Veteran Matt Boelhower reflects on his deployment to Ramadi, Iraq, where his unit held The Combat Ou...
Air Force Veteran Survives Combat, Suicide Attempts and Alcohol Addiction | Jimmy's Recovery Story
What happens when years of combat, trauma, and loss become too much to carry alone?In one of the most powerful episodes of This Sober Vet, Air Force Veteran Jimmy, a former loadmaster with five combat deployments, shares hi...
Marine Veteran Overcomes Alcoholism to Lead Clear Path for Veterans | Ryan's Recovery Story
Can sobriety become the foundation for a life of leadership and service?In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, Marine Veteran Ryan shares his deeply personal journey from combat deployments during Operation Iraqi Free...
From Addiction and Incarceration to Faith | Marine Veteran Jerry's Recovery Story
How far can addiction take someone—and how far can recovery bring them back?In this powerful episode of This Sober Vet, Marine Veteran Jerry shares his remarkable journey from alcohol addiction to opioids, crystal meth, inc...
Season 1 Highlights | Joe and Dr. T Reflect on Veteran Recovery and Sobriety
For the first time in more than 20 years, Joe and Dr. T are sitting in the same room—and they're looking back on an unforgettable first season of This Sober Vet.In this special Season 2 premiere, the co-hosts revisit the most powe...
Marine Veteran Tim Jensen on Alcohol Recovery and Medically Supervised Psychedelic Therapy
Can innovative approaches play a role in addiction recovery for some Veterans?In the Season 1 finale of This Sober Vet, Marine Veteran and
From All-Day Drinking to Purpose Through Art | Marine Combat Veteran Joe Rodriguez
What if the thing that helped you heal wasn't just sobriety—but creativity?In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, Marine Combat Veteran Joe Rodriguez shares his remarkable journey from all-day drinking, chasing the hi...
Navy Veteran Overcomes PTSD, Suicide and Alcohol Addiction | Kevin Macomber's Recovery Story
Can someone truly build a meaningful life after PTSD, suicidal thoughts, and alcohol addiction?In this remarkable episode of This Sober Vet, Navy Veteran Kevin Macomber shares his deeply personal journey through PTSD, alcoh...
Marine Veteran and Olympic Bobsledder Riley Tejcek's Sobriety Story
What does it take to pursue excellence in the military, elite athletics, and everyday life while living sober?In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, Marine Veteran, Olympic bobsledder, author, and speaker Riley Tejcek
Air Force Veteran Turns Sobriety into Service | John's Recovery Story
What happens when sobriety becomes more than simply quitting alcohol?In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, Air Force Veteran John shares how choosing sobriety transformed every area of his life—from self-discovery an...
Air Force Veteran Breaks Free from Alcoholism | JT's Recovery Story
What if changing one habit could completely transform your life?In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, Air Force Veteran JT shares his deeply personal battle with alcoholism, the decision to break free from destructiv...