Justin Harris & Bryce Givens

Thriving in Recovery

Justin Harris & Bryce Givens

  • #33 - Thriving in Recovery with Duke Rumley

#33 - Thriving in Recovery with Duke Rumley

Sunday 28th May 2023

Duke Rumley discusses his journey to sobriety and how Sober AF Entertainment creates safe, sober spaces at events. Discover the power of sober fun.
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Thriving in Recovery
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Justin Harris & Bryce Givens
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Duke Rumley's Mission: Transforming Entertainment for the Sober Community

Episode Overview

  • Duke Rumley shares his personal journey, highlighting his transition from alcohol dependency to sobriety and the challenges he faced.
  • The episode explores the inception of Sober AF Entertainment, emphasizing the importance of creating safe and supportive spaces for those in recovery and the impact of establishing a sober section at events.
  • Duke sheds light on Sober AF Entertainment's mission and the events they organize to promote sober fun, building recovery capital, and fostering a sense of community.
  • The conversation offers valuable insights and practical advice for individuals on their recovery journey, encouraging finding joy and connection in sobriety.
  • Duke's 33 years of sobriety stand as a testament to resilience, motivation, and the transformative power of creating safe and supportive environments for those in recovery.
Early sobriety was really awkward. The only way you get to 33, though, is a year at a time.
What if you could enjoy a concert or a festival without the pressure of alcohol? In this episode of 'Journeys of Resilience', hosts Justin Harris and Bryce Givens chat with Duke Rumley, the founder of Sober AF Entertainment. Duke's story is one of transformation, from battling alcohol dependency to becoming a beacon of hope in the sober community. He shares the personal struggles that led him to sobriety and how those experiences inspired him to create Sober AF Entertainment.
This initiative aims to revolutionize the entertainment industry by providing designated sober sections at events, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their recovery stage, can have a good time in a safe and supportive environment. Duke also opens up about the challenges he faced along his journey, offering practical advice for those navigating their own path to recovery. His insights into building recovery capital and fostering a sense of community are both inspiring and actionable.
Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, Duke's story is a powerful reminder that joy and connection are possible without alcohol.