Welcome to IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, your essential companion guide to recovery and well-being. 

IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts, as we continue our second season.  We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple - we would love you to leave us a review.

IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery.

In this episode three more interviews with people who want to share their stories of hope, faith and courage as well as give game changing advice.  

LUKE BATEMAN is a former professional rugby league footballer playing in the Australian National Rugby League notably for the Canberra Raiders. He finished in the top 3 of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of here and was one of the stars of Season 11 of The Bachelors Australia. In 2021 however checked into rehab after finally being able to come to terms with what had been a hidden gambling addiction for years,  that cost him almost 300,000 pounds. He is now walking a new path in recovery becoming one of Australia’s most unlikely book influencers and soon to be published author.

Former resident of Ark House KATIE is back to talk about her recovery journey. She was discharged from Ark House Rehab for breaking the rules and having a relationship whilst in treatment. She wants to share her story to help others who may be struggling. 

We are also joined by ROSE from New Vision in Bradford which is a free, confidential drug and alcohol service in West Yorkshire. We speak to Rose who is recovery co-ordinator about the Ket Effect - a campaign launched by New Vision to highlight the massive surge in popularity of Ketamine.

NEW VISION - THE KET EFFECT

Watch the Ket Effect campaign film

https://www.facebook.com/reel/767319296001026

PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW if you enjoyed this episode and the series. 

SAM AND RICHARD - THE HOSTS

Are both in recovery themselves and so have lived experience of alcoholism and addiction. 

If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today....

PHONE 01723 371869

EMAIL [email protected]

ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY

WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk

FACEBOOK  @arkhouserehabltd

INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

Welcome to IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, your essential companion guide to recovery and well-being. 

IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts, as we continue our second season.  We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple - we would love you to leave us a review.

IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery.

In this episode three more interviews with people who want to share their stories of hope, faith and courage as well as give game changing advice.  

OMAR BOGLE is a British Footballer who had to take time out from his beloved game when a painkiller addiction took over his life, following an injury. In this frank chat he talks to us about the dark times he faced and how he came out the other side. From going into rehab to changing how he lives his life, we want to thank Omar for carrying the message of recovery to others. 

Former resident of Ark House MATTY is back in Ark House to talk about his recovery journey. He gives some amazing advice on how to approach meditation, which is game changing for how your mind works. 

We are also joined by MICHELLE FOSTER from The Basement Project in Halifax. This award winning community-based organisation in Yorkshire is built on the expertise of lived experience. They offer those in addiction a new way of life, free from the need or desire to use any mind-altering substance. 

THE BASEMENT PROJECT 

https://thebasementproject.org.uk/

PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW if you enjoyed this episode and the series. 

SAM AND RICHARD - THE HOSTS

Are both in recovery themselves and so have lived experience of alcoholism and addiction. 

If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today....

PHONE 01723 371869

EMAIL [email protected]

ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY

WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk

FACEBOOK  @arkhouserehabltd

INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

Welcome to a special episode of IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST, to coincide with Alcohol Awareness Week in the UK 

Alcohol Awareness Week 2026 takes place from 6–12 July, spearheaded by the charity Alcohol Change UK. The 2026 theme is 'Alcohol and me', encouraging you to pause, reflect on the role alcohol plays in your life, and explore how it affects your overall health.

IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (June 2026) and is riding high in the charts, as we continue our second season.  We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple - we would love you to leave us a review.

IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery.

For this special episode we speak to two people who have battled with alcoholism and the Executive Director Alcohol Change UK. 

DAVID SCHAAL is a British actor who is best known for his role as Jay's Dad in The Inbetweeners and for playing Taffy in The Office. He speaks to us about his journey with alcoholism and several other addictions that ended up destroying certain parts of his life. 

Former resident of Ark House KAREN comes back to Ark House Rehab years after she came here to get sober. These vital conversations are to help anyone listening who also may be finding the recovery journey tough. We want to give you the support and inspiration to keep strong.

We are also joined by JOE MARLEY from Alcohol Change UK who speaks to us about this week's aim alongside their End the Delivery Trap campaign which is pushing for mandatory safety pauses, age and intoxication checks, and self-exclusion options to curb the harms associated with round-the-clock alcohol.

ALCOHOL CHANGE - More information on their website 

https://alcoholchange.org.uk/

PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW if you enjoyed this episode and the series. 

SAM AND RICHARD - THE HOSTS

Are both in recovery themselves and so have lived experience of alcoholism and addiction. 

If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today....

PHONE 01723 371869

EMAIL [email protected]

ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY

WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk

FACEBOOK  @arkhouserehabltd

INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (in June 2026) and is riding high in the charts, as we continue our second season.  We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple - we would love you to leave us a review.

IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery.

Every episode we speak to someone in the spotlight who shares their struggles with addiction. This week presenter and Strictly Come Dancing champion, ORE ODUBA bravely speaks about an addiction steeped in stigma - online pornography. He tells us about his journey and why being an advocate for change is so important to him

Former resident of Ark House STEPH speaks honestly about her battle with alcohol and how she struggled in her recovery journey after Rehab. These vital conversations are to help anyone listening who also may be finding the recovery journey tough. We want to give you the support and inspiration to keep strong.

We are also joined by the founder of Sobriety Films UK, MADDIE KITCHEN  who is a Director and fellow of The Royal Society for Arts and uses film to raise awareness of recovery and champion recovery for those that need healing from addiction, mental ill health and trauma. 

She tells us all about how to enter this year's RECOVERY STREET FILM FESTIVAL. Recovery Street Film Festival (RSFF) is a UK-wide film festival showcasing films created by, with, or about people affected by substance use and recovery. This includes individuals, families, friends, professionals, and communities with lived experience.The festival exists to amplify lived experience, reduce stigma, and celebrate storytelling through film.

ENTER YOUR FILM (and find out more information)

https://rsff.co.uk/competition-information

If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today....

PHONE 01723 371869

EMAIL [email protected]

ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY

WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk

FACEBOOK  @arkhouserehabltd

INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is thrilled to be named one of the Best Podcasts by The Sunday Times (on Sunday 21st June 2026) and is riding high in the charts, as we continue our second season.  We are so grateful to everyone for their support. If you are listening on Apple - we would love you to leave us a review.

IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery.

Every episode we speak to someone in the spotlight who shares their struggles with addiction. This week a member of 90's boy band 911 who sold more than 16 million records worldwide. JIMMY CONSTABLE spiralled when the band split, using drink and drugs to try and cover his emotions. He opens up about his recovery journey. 

Former resident of Ark House SAM speaks honestly about his battle with Cannabis and Ketamine. He is celebrating being over 5 years clean and sober and gives his story of faith, hope and courage in the hope it can help people listening. 

We are also joined by the founder of Sober Butterfly, HANNAH TAYLOR who has dedicated so much time and energy into helping people in sobriety find new activities and friends. Sober Butterfly was born in the Great Pause of 2020 and was developed to promote the positives to enjoying a sober lifestyle, by revitalising your mental health and wellbeing whilst maintaining a glittering social life – They are reinventing the definition of sober and showing how you can live life to the fullest and most colourful without alcohol.

This podcast shares real conversations, lived experience and honest stories of hope and transformation within the recovery community. From personal journeys to professional insights into addiction and treatment, IN RECOVERY gives a powerful voice to those walking the path of change. 

Join our recovery conversation..

CONTACT SOBER BUTTERFLY 

https://soberbutterfly.com/about

If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today....

PHONE 01723 371869

EMAIL [email protected]

ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY

WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk

FACEBOOK  @arkhouserehabltd

INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST welcomes you to the second season of our recovery conversation. 

IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey. We also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery.

Every episode we speak to someone in the spotlight who shares their struggles with addiction. This week former professional goalkeeper CHRIS KIRKLAND who famously played for Liverpool, Wigan and Sheffield Wednesday. Secretly he was hiding a severe painkiller addiction that almost cost him everything. Chris now does a lot of work to carry the message of recovery and joins us to share his story.

Former resident of Ark House ALEX joins us to talk about his cocaine addiction. Alex has not long left Ark House Rehab and speaks to us about what the rehabilitation process has taught him.

We are also joined by the founder of The Recovery Games, NEIL FIRBANK. The games started over ten years ago to give those in recovery a chance to see what life can look like free from substances. This event has become a huge hit with over 40 teams taking part in an It's A Knockout style competition every year. Neil tells us how recovering from a heroin addiction, 24 years ago, spurred him on to help others on their journeys.

This podcast shares real conversations, lived experience and honest stories of hope and transformation within the recovery community. From personal journeys to professional insights into addiction and treatment, IN RECOVERY gives a powerful voice to those walking the path of change. 

Join our recovery conversation..

CONTACT THE RECOVERY GAMES

The Recovery Games take place on the 13th September. If you want to volunteer, provide sponsorship or get more information then please visit the team on their social media. 

FACEBOOK

https://www.facebook.com/recoverygames/?locale=en_GB

INSTAGRAM

https://www.instagram.com/recovery_games1/

If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today....

PHONE 01723 371869

EMAIL [email protected]

ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY

WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk

FACEBOOK  @arkhouserehabltd

INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST continues its brand new Second Season which last week hit the Top Ten of Mental Health podcasts globally.  We are so pleased you are joining our recovery conversation. 

A companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey, we also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery.

Every episode we speak to someone in the spotlight who shares their struggles with addiction. This week comedian, Task Master champion and author of THIRST, JOHN ROBINS. The newly released honest and powerful book about his battle with alcoholism has resonated with so many people, and he joins us to discuss some of Richard's chosen quotes from the book. 

Former resident of Ark House JANET found herself walking through the doors of rehab when she was 70 years old. Lock down took away her routine and her social drinking became a daily habit... earlier and earlier in the day. Janet has the most amazing family who stepped in and got her help and she has come onto IN RECOVERY to hopefully help others who may be struggling. 

This week's recovery hack comes from another former resident ANGELA JOHNSON who founded Addictions North East after her own struggles. This registered charity provides supported housing to those who feel unable to live alone due to addiction or behavioural issues such as mental health conditions, Learning difficulties or homelessness. She speaks to us about the work they do reuniting women with their children. 

This podcast shares real conversations, lived experience and honest stories of hope and transformation within the recovery community. From personal journeys to professional insights into addiction and treatment, IN RECOVERY gives a powerful voice to those walking the path of change. 

Join our recovery conversation..

BUY JOHN ROBINS BOOK - THIRST 

Out now 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=john+robins+thirst&adgrpid=187117247900&gad_source=1&hvadid=793448783167&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9046328&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=13709377784647295625--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=13709377784647295625&hvtargid=kwd-2440600013668&hydadcr=24404_2435237_1556&mcid=9fae6d773dc43dc4bfd183231d7ef658&tag=googhydr-21&ref=pd_sl_9rehnmsatm_e

CONTACT ADDICTIONS NORTH EAST

https://www.addictionsnortheast.com/

0300 330 30 40

If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today....

PHONE 01723 371869

EMAIL [email protected]

ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY

WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk

FACEBOOK  @arkhouserehabltd

INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

IN RECOVERY - THE ARK HOUSE PODCAST is back for its Second Season

A companion guide for those on their addiction recovery journey, we also want to offer advice and support for those still suffering and offer solutions for those who just want to know more. This is a well-being podcast produced and presented by people with lived experience who want to carry the message of recovery. 

Welcome to the first episode in Season Two. We are so grateful you are joining us and would ask you to spread the word. 

Every episode we speak to someone in the spotlight who shares their struggles with addiction. To kick off our new season is the iconic TV presenter ULRIKA JONSSON who secretly battled with alcoholism and wants to raise awareness of a struggle that so many face. She joins us on the week of her 2nd sobriety birthday - a huge congratulations to her. 

Former resident JESS joins us to talk openly about her battle with a ketamine addiction. She is passionate about getting the word out there of the dangers people face when they start their journey with this drug. Jess was taking 20 grams a day at one point and had to have life saving operations. Her story is inspirational and incredible and we are proud of her.

This week's recovery hack comes from regular guest MICHAEL WATERS who is a Group Worker at Forward Leeds. He is here to talk about recognising our ego states which are our organised, consistent patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that make up our personality at any given time.

This podcast shares real conversations, lived experience and honest stories of hope and transformation within the recovery community. From personal journeys to professional insights into addiction and treatment, IN RECOVERY gives a powerful voice to those walking the path of change. 

Join our recovery conversation..

If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today....

PHONE 01723 371869

EMAIL [email protected]

ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY

WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk

FACEBOOK  @arkhouserehabltd

INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

IN RECOVERY - The Ark House Podcast is back for Season Two on June 1st 2026.

This podcast unites people in the recovery community with the aim to give one strong voice where we share vital resources, advice and stories that will cultivate a supportive environment that ultimately improves the lives of those on their recovery journeys.

Richard and Sam are here for 25 weeks to being you inspiring interviews with former residents of Ark House Rehab in Scarborough, Celebrities on their recovery journeys and Professionals within the recovery community who give game changing advice and discuss vital topics around addiction. 

On this short tease from Season Two you can hear

CELEBRITIES

Ulrika Jonsson, Ore Oduba, John Robins and Luke Bateman

GRADUATES

Janet, Sam and Jess

PROFESSIONALS

Michael (Forward Leeds) Angela (Addictions North East) Neil (Recovery Games)

Join our recovery conversation and get ready for Season Two

JUNE 1st 2026

If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today....

PHONE 01723 371869

EMAIL [email protected]

ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY

WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk

FACEBOOK  @arkhouserehabltd

INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast

IN RECOVERY is a companion guide for those on their recovery journey from addiction or for people wanting to make a change in their life. It's also a valuable resource for anyone wanting to know more about the stories and science behind addiction. 

IN RECOVERY is bought to you by Ark House Rehab in Scarborough which opened its doors 34 years ago and has since helped thousands of people on their recovery journeys. 

SEASON ONE has finished but in the second of two special episodes, we take a moment to look at the highlights of our chats with celebrities, professionals in the recovery community and former residents from Ark House who are thriving and want to carry the message of recovery to you. 

Sit back and enjoy chats with some of the most inspirational people you could meet. 

Richard, Sam and the team at IN RECOVERY want to thank your incredible support for Season One of the podcast. Season Two is currently in production and will be with you very soon. 

In the meantime please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for daily recovery content. 

If you or a loved one need help from addiction, please know there is help. Reach out and speak to Ark House today....

PHONE 01723 371869

EMAIL [email protected]

ADDRESS 15 Valley Road, Scarborough, Y011 2LY

WEBSITE www.arkhouserehab.co.uk

FACEBOOK  @arkhouserehabltd

INSTAGRAM @in_recovery_podcast