In this episode, we dive deep into the real reasons behind addiction and relapse with guest Michael Bugary. If you've ever felt like you're stuck in a cycle of sobriety and relapse, Michael shares powerful insights on how to break free from addiction for good and what it actually takes to maintain long-term recovery. We discuss the hidden triggers that often lead to a slip-up, why traditional recovery methods don't work for everyone, and how to shift your mindset to view sobriety as a path to freedom rather than a restriction.

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In this video, we cover: The psychological roots of addictive behavior. Why "willpower" isn't enough to stay sober. Actionable steps to handle cravings and prevent relapse. Michael's personal journey and his unique approach to recovery.

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What if understanding your genetics could change the way you understand addiction? In this episode of Decoding Addiction, Brian sits down with Len May, founder of EndoDNA and a specialist in genetics, personalized medicine, neurodiversity, and the endocannabinoid system. The conversation goes far beyond traditional ideas about addiction and sobriety.

Len explains how genetic predispositions may influence alcohol dependence, stress reactivity, impulsivity, dopamine, ADHD, and the way different people respond to substances, medications, and even lifestyle choices.

Brian and Len also explore the relationship between alcohol addiction and ADHD, why some people seem to be wired for novelty and stimulation, how neural pathways and habits can reinforce addiction, and why building the right systems may be more effective than simply trying to rely on willpower. They also get into genetic testing, pharmacogenomics, personalized medicine, the endocannabinoid system, cannabis and CBD, neurodivergence, synaptic pruning, dopamine, trauma, routines, flow states, and the importance of creating new neural pathways in recovery.

Most importantly, this conversation challenges the idea that understanding addiction is simply about identifying a lack of willpower. What if knowing more about how your brain and body are wired could help you make better decisions about recovery?

This conversation is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about medications, supplements, cannabis, or other treatments.

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If you've struggled with alcohol addiction, alcoholism, ADHD, impulsivity, cravings, or staying sober, this conversation may give you a completely different way to think about what's happening beneath the surface.

Can recovering alcoholics really be around alcohol without relapsing? It's one of the most controversial ideas in addiction recovery, and in this episode of The Cappy Hour, Brian from Sober Cappy sits down with addiction recovery expert and author Matt Grace to challenge some of the biggest assumptions about sobriety.

With more than 21 years of sobriety and over 10,000 hours working with individuals and families affected by addiction, Matt explains why lasting recovery is about far more than simply avoiding alcohol. Together, Brian and Matt discuss alcohol addiction, relapse prevention, recovery routines, accountability, purpose, service, and what it truly takes to achieve long-term sobriety. Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply interested in understanding alcohol addiction and the psychology behind lasting change, this conversation offers practical insights that may completely change the way you think about sobriety.

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In this episode I am joined by David Hanson, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) who has spent 8+ years helping people with sex/ porn addiction recovery and heal the shame underneath it all. 



We go deep on:

If you've ever struggled with pornography addiction, compulsive sexual behavior, ADHD or relationship issues, this conversation will give you practical insights, hope and a completely different perspective on recovery.

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If love could have saved him, he would be alive."
When love isn’t enough to save someone from addiction, what do you do? "


Have you ever felt like you were fighting a losing battle against a "monster" in your own home?

In this episode of The Cappy Hour Podcast, we go beyond the stigma to explore the reality of the opioid crisis, addiction recovery, and the limitations of traditional treatment.



* Why the 28-day rehab cycle keeps failing people.

* The neuroscience behind why addiction is so hard to break.

* Processing the loss of a loved one to overdose.

* How to build a community when you feel completely alone.

* What recovery tools actually help when the system isn't there for you.

If you or a loved one are struggling, please know you are not alone. There is no shame in a physiological disease. Watch this video to find hope, community, and the tools to start the journey toward permanent remission.


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Struggling with the boredom of early sobriety? You aren't alone. In this episode of The Cappy Hour Podcast, we uncover why sobriety feels gray, boring and why relapse often strikes right when things seem to be getting easier. Megan Willcox (founder of Soba Sisters) shares her journey- losing 3.5 years of sobriety, the six-year road to getting back on track, and the lessons learned along the way. If you’re feeling stuck, newly sober, or battling the urge to drink, this conversation is your guide to building a life you don't want to escape.

There's a voice that lives inside anyone who's struggled with alcohol. It whispers exactly when you're most vulnerable. It knows all your weaknesses. And it never takes no for an answer.

How do you stay sober long-term? Can alcoholics ever drink in moderation? In this episode of The Cappy Hour Podcast, Sober Megan Wilcox shares practical long-term sobriety tips, alcohol relapse prevention strategies, and the neuroscience behind alcohol cravings and addiction.

What we get into:

• Why you still crave alcohol after years sober

• The moderation myth explained

• How alcohol affects dopamine

• Why your brain romanticizes drinking

• Understanding alcoholic neuropathy symptoms

• How sobriety can reverse biological aging

This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation.

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2+ years sober and I was still struggling. Isolating. Skipping the gym. Pulling away from community. Even doing shots of NA bourbon just to get myself to film this Podcast.

This episode is me being completely honest about what happens when you stop doing the work. How it sneaks up on you. How the voice gets louder when you pull away. And why community is the single most important thing standing between you and a relapse - no matter how long you have been sober.

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"I drank for happiness and became unhappy. I drank for joy and became miserable."

Alcoholism doesn't start with the vodka under your desk. It starts with a couple IPAs after a stressful day. Then a four pack. Then a bottle hidden from your wife. Then drinking before your 7 am meetings.

In this episode of the Cappy Hour Podcast, I sit down with my friend and high-tech sales executive Derek Donahue - someone I never would have thought as having a drinking problem. Derek shares about his secret battle with alcohol addiction and what finally made it stop. 

We talk about:

If you've ever felt like you were living two different lives, hiding something from the people you love, or wondering if your drinking has gone too far… this conversation will change how you think about alcohol forever.

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What if failing at sobriety wasn't about weakness - it was about never understanding how your brain actually works?

For years, I told myself I just didn't have enough willpower. That I was the problem. But the more I dug into ADHD and addiction, the more I realised something nobody had ever told me: my brain wasn't broken. It was doing exactly what it was designed to do — seeking relief from the chaos, the overwhelm, the noise that never stops.

Alcohol was never the real problem. It was the solution my brain found first.

In this episode of the Cappy Hour Podcast, I sit down with Tracey Goodwin - who has helped many ADHD minds find their way back to themselves. We talk about perfectionism, ADHD & Alcohol addiction, and why doing the deep inner work isn't just helpful -it's non-negotiable if you want long-term recovery.

I'll be honest with you - I spent years failing at sobriety before I understood any of this. I'd wake up every morning planning to stop, and by the evening that voice in my head had already talked me out of it. I didn't need more willpower. I needed to understand what was actually happening inside my brain.

If you've ever used alcohol to focus, to calm down, to get through a social situation, to silence the racing thoughts- you're not weak. For an ADHD brain, that was a completely logical response.

The question is, what do you replace it with? That's what Tracey and I are here to talk about.

In This Episode:

* Why ADHD brains self-medicate with alcohol and how to break the cycle

* The "Wonder Twins" theory: sobriety + ADHD = a unique superpower

* How perfectionism fuels procrastination and relapse

* The role of childhood trauma in addiction

* Cold showers, dopamine hacks, and morning routines that actually work for ADHD

* Why isolation leads to relapse and what community truly does for your brain

* The whisper before the craving: how to catch it before your midbrain takes over

* Accountability partners and the power of processing out loud

Tracy also shares details about her free virtual event Make ADHD Your Genius —definitely worth checking out, link below.

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