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
From All-Day Drinking to Purpose Through Art | Marine Combat Veteran Joe Rodriguez
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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 highs and lows of alcohol and drugs, to discovering lasting purpose through art and sobriety.
Joe speaks candidly about the destructive cycle of addiction, the powerful moment that changed everything, and how creating art became a healthy outlet for healing, self-expression, and personal growth. His story demonstrates that recovery isn't only about leaving addiction behind—it's about discovering gifts you never knew you had.
Whether you're an active-duty service member, Veteran, first responder, artist, family member, or someone struggling with addiction, Joe's journey is proof that redemption can lead to a life filled with meaning and creativity.
In this episode:
- Life as a Marine Combat Veteran
- Alcohol and drug addiction
- The turning point that changed everything
- Healing through creativity
- Finding purpose after sobriety
- Using art as a positive outlet
Recovery creates space for the best version of yourself—and sometimes that version has been waiting to create something extraordinary.
Our mission is simple: Normalize sobriety with Veterans.
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