This week on One For The Road I am joined by Annie Knowles who is a certified sobriety, confidence, and life coach who helps busy women, especially those in healthcare and public services, rethink their relationship with alcohol, without pressure or shame. After more than 33 years working in the NHS, Annie experienced post-pandemic burnout and decided in 2021 to step away from alcohol. That decision changed everything. Her coaching brand, Sober Rainbow Rider, was inspired by the pandemic rainbows and the spirit of cheering each other on from our doorsteps. That same spirit runs through her work today, encouraging clients to find their own ‘pot of gold’ on the other side of alcohol. Now alcohol-free for over three years, Annie supports others through the ups and downs of midlife, burnout recovery, and navigating stress without relying on a glass to unwind. She co-hosts the Blue Light Emergency Services and NHS Live Alcohol Experiment, and she collaborates with the NHS drug and alcohol services to deliver alcohol awareness talks to medical professionals, introducing grey area drinking. She works one-on-one and in groups to guide clients toward greater balance, calm, and clarity.

Instagram: @af_rainbowrider

Email: [email protected]

Reclaim Balance - Life Coaching with Annie Knowles

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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This week on One For The Road I am joined by Julia Samuel MBE who is a leading UK psychotherapist who worked for decades in the NHS. She is Founder Patron of Child Bereavement UK; an organisation she played a significant part for 25 years. She is a former Vice President of BACP.  Julia has written three best-selling books; Grief Works, This Too Shall Pass, and she published Every Family Has a Story. Each of her books have been published in over 17 foreign territories. She has written for all the national newspapers and broadcast on many TV and radio programmes. Her new podcast series Therapy Works was released in October 2022 and was immediately in the top 10 on Apple charts, no 1 on mental health.1.3 million downloads to date. In 2021 Julia produced a 5* rated app for those who grieve, Grief Works – a 28-day course to support you in your grief which has been 5* rated, Apple featured it numerous times as a recommended and trending app. Julia has been married for over 4 decades, has 4 adult children and 10 grandchildren.

 If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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On this weeks episode of One For The Road I am joined by Niall Harbison, a street dog rescuer based in Thailand. In early 2021, recovering from a near-death experience caused by substance abuse, Niall started jogging around Koh Samui, Thailand. Observing many malnourished dogs, he started bringing food to some and sharing the videos online. Niall's videos started to attract the attention of people all over the world who wanted to help. Niall has since set up the HappyDoggo charity, whose aim is to reduce the suffering of dogs

worldwide, with particular focus on Thailand and South East Asia.

His second book, Tina: The Dog Who Changed the World, became an instant Sunday Times and New York Times Bestseller. 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearehappydoggo/

Niall's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niall.harbison/

Donate to Happy Doggo: https://www.happydoggo.com/donate 

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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On this weeks episode of One For The Road I am joined by Kate Annetts who is a journalist, disability rights advocate and community engagement facilitator who lives in Brighton. In her early 20s Kate was partying hard every weekend and some weeknights when her physical health began to decline. She appeared drunk even when she wasn't (although she admits that wasn't often). It took seven years for her to be diagnosed with friedreich's ataxia, by which time her mental health was much worse and as a result she was self-medicating daily with alcohol. Kate is just coming up to two years sober and in that time she has completed a masters degree in journalism. Her physical and mental health have improved more than she could ever have imagined.

https://www.instagram.com/yourwobblyfriend/

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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On this weeks episode of One For The Road I am joined by Sarah Chamberlain who is the founder of UnashamED, an organisation dedicated to tackling shame across education, personal development, and sober living. A former teacher, coach, and consultant, Sarah brings deep expertise in psychology and education to her mission of creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and unashamed. While UnashamED began by supporting young people and educators, Sarah’s work has expanded to focus strongly on the alcohol-free community. As someone who lives alcohol-free herself, she specialises in helping individuals explore and untangle the often-hidden shame connected to drinking culture, sobriety, and identity. Through coaching and training, she opens up vital conversations that empower people to thrive without alcohol.Sarah holds an MSc in Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology, with research centred on the lack of shame-awareness in education systems. Her work is rooted in the belief that shame resilience is a foundational skill—not just for students and teachers, but for anyone navigating life, especially those choosing to live alcohol-free. Based in the UK, Sarah champions compassionate, shame-free education and transformation in schools, workplaces, and everyday lives.

https://www.instagram.com/unashamedcoach/

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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My guest on this weeks episode of One For The Road is Dave Graham. David is a professional musician and touring saxophonist with 1970s chart-toppers Showaddywaddy, a role he’s proudly held since 2009. Classically trained at the Royal Northern College of Music and the University of Manchester, Dave has built a career spanning over 30 years, performing across the UK and Europe. Alongside his performance work, Dave spent over a decade as a music teacher, sharing his passion and expertise with students of all ages. He also founded and directed DG Music, one of the UK’s leading music agencies, for 20 years—helping secure work for thousands of musicians nationwide. A committed community member, Dave has volunteered on the boards of several charities and organisations over the years.

Now 54, he focuses on touring with Showaddywaddy and dedicates his weekdays to looking after both body and mind—keeping fit, working on his mental wellbeing, and maintaining a sober lifestyle since January 2024.

Follow Dave on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/davegrahamsax/

Catch Dave on tour with Showaddywaddy 

www.showaddywaddy.net/gigs

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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On this weeks episode of One For The Road i am joined by Sophie Hutton-Mills.Sophie grew up in South East London. She was the youngest of a large chaotic family. Sophie describes herself as a heavy social drinker in her 20’s and 30’s working in London. She discovered alcohol when she was 20 and her father died of a heart attack whilst they were on a day trip together. Sophie’s drinking became a problem after she had her 2 daughters in her late 30’s. She was drinking in secret and it slowly spiralled out of control. Sophie shares how she navigates a sober life having also lost both her sister and Mum to cancer and her beloved brother to suicide. 

https://www.instagram.com/sober_soph_/

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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Welcome back to another season of One For The Road. We are kicking this season off with Olivia Taylor who is a 30-year-old mother, recovered addict, and certified coach specialising in addiction recovery and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). After spending years trapped in cycles of trauma, mental illness, and alcohol dependency, Olivia knows firsthand the pain, chaos, and isolation that come with addiction and the strength it takes to heal.

Following countless failed attempts at sobriety, she reached a turning point that led her to true recovery not just from substances, but from the patterns and beliefs that kept her stuck. Through radical honesty, emotional work, and a complete mindset shift, Olivia learned how to live in the present, embrace discomfort, and build a life grounded in purpose and connection. Today, she uses her lived experience and professional training to guide others on their path to healing.

Olivia is passionate about breaking shame, building community, and helping others reclaim their lives. Whether through speaking, coaching, or podcasting, her mission is to remind people that recovery is possible and that it goes far beyond just putting down the drink.”

 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sobercoasterlife 

Tiktok @sobercoasterlife

Co-host of @thesisterspat podcast alongside my sister, where we dive into the raw and unfiltered realities of addiction sharing both the addict’s and the family’s perspective with honesty, compassion, and a touch of humour. 

https://www.instagram.com/thesisterspatpodcast?igsh=cnoyNjhybmEzbHB4

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ak1FH2D72miiw7t8eRt8X?si=JcVt6C4WSrC5oK7N193p2g

Website: https://www.sobercoasterlife.com/

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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On this weeks episode of One For The Road I am are joined by Gary Mairs; After a 15-year battle with alcohol, which started in his teens, Gary is now an online sobriety motivator for people struggling with drink. Gary turned his life around after reaching rock bottom in Southern Spain after years of breakfast drinking, and generally causing carnage whenever under the influence. Now, 10 years sober, he is the creator @sobernsound on Instagram. Gary delivers raw, unfiltered truths about sobriety and alcoholism with a hint colourful language!

He is also the co-host of The Sober Stretch with his friend, Craig. https://www.instagram.com/sobernsound/ https://garys-newsletter-9e505a.beehiiv.com/subscribe 

https://open.spotify.com/show/42nfv5PNruzVeGdJU4DbLW?si=65aa303eb0fb4815 

https://www.youtube.com/chan

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

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On this weeks episode of One For The Road i am joined by Julie Mrowicki who is a business psychologist, emotional aromatherapist, and wellbeing facilitator with a remarkable story of resilience and transformation. At just 21, Julie’s life took an unexpected turn when workplace trauma followed by a decade of psychiatric sedation disconnected her from herself. Over nearly 30 years, she has worked to understand and integrate her experiences, finding strength and healing through sobriety, self-discovery, and holistic wellness. Julie is also an accredited 400-hour breathwork facilitator, and SMART recovery facilitator and blends her expertise in psychology and holistic practices to support leaders, teams, and individuals in managing stress, fostering connection, and achieving lasting wellbeing. She also runs international retreats for both her corporate and private clients. Julie’s work is deeply rooted in her belief that healing is a lifelong journey, and she is passionate about sharing her story to break down stigma and inspire change.

If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice.

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.