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.
This Sober Vet | Veteran Sobriety & Recovery Podcast
Marine Veteran and Olympic Bobsledder Riley Tejcek's Sobriety Story
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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 shares her journey through life's victories, personal struggles, and the unwavering faith that helped shape the woman she is today.
Riley talks about the challenges she faced, the role sobriety has played in her life, and how choosing faith, love, and purpose has guided her both on and off the competition stage. Her story is a powerful reminder that success isn't measured only by medals or accomplishments—it's measured by the character we build through adversity.
Whether you're an active-duty service member, Veteran, first responder, athlete, parent, or someone pursuing recovery, Riley's story offers encouragement to keep moving forward with courage, discipline, and hope.
In this episode:
- Life as a Marine Veteran
- Competing as an Olympic bobsledder
- Sobriety and personal growth
- Faith, resilience, and purpose
- Leadership through adversity
- Becoming a published author
Great achievements begin with great decisions—and sobriety can be one of the greatest decisions you'll ever make.
Be sure to check out Riley's inspiring children's book and follow her continued journey of service and leadership.
Our mission is simple: Normalize sobriety with Veterans.
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