Kelly Reverb
Kelly Reverb
Breaking Free: Ralphy Lopez's Fabulous Journey to Sobriety
Breaking Free: Ralphy Lopez's Fabulous Journey to Sobriety
Breaking Free: Ralphy Lopez's Fabulous Journey to Sobriety
Friday 4th April 2025
Ralphy Lopez shares his journey to sobriety, overcoming addiction within the gay community and finding support at an alcohol-free bottle shop.
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80 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Supportive
Engaging
Humorous
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Kelly Reverb
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Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Ralphy Lopez shares his journey to sobriety starting from a low point.
- He discusses challenges within the gay community and addiction to crystal meth.
- The importance of support systems like family and CMA meetings is highlighted.
- Ralphy's work at Beyond the Bar has been crucial to his sober lifestyle.
- The episode includes light-hearted banter, adding humour to the conversation.
For someone who's only 30, I have plenty of stories. I have the experience. I've done the things.
Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster as DJ Kelly Reverb and Chad LeMans sit down with Ralphy Lopez on This Pink Cloud. In this heartfelt episode, Ralphy shares his inspiring journey to sobriety, starting from a low point where he couldn't even finish a White Claw at Thanksgiving dinner. He opens up about the challenges he faced within the gay community, including addiction to crystal meth and the dangers of trading favours for fleeting highs.
Ralphy's story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about finding a supportive community at Beyond the Bar, an innovative alcohol-free bottle shop where he works. This unique environment has been pivotal in his sober lifestyle, providing both a safe space and a sense of purpose. Ralphy's candid reflections on his past, including the pressures and pitfalls of gay bars, offer valuable insights for anyone struggling with addiction.
His experiences highlight the importance of support systems, whether it's family, friends, or recovery groups like CMA (Crystal Meth Anonymous). You'll also hear some light-hearted banter between the hosts and Ralphy, adding a touch of humour to this deeply moving conversation. By the end of the episode, you'll be left with a renewed sense of hope and the reminder that recovery is possible at any age.
Tune in to hear Ralphy's story and find out how he's turning his life around one sober day at a time.