Steve Bennet-Martin

gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast

Steve Bennet-Martin

  • Still Fucked and Insane ft. Scott G

Still Fucked and Insane ft. Scott G

Thursday 12th December 2024

Join Steve Bennet-Martin as he chats with Scott G about his wild journey to sobriety, the impact of his sexuality on his addiction, and finding peace.
Explicit
42 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Humorous
Raw
Hopeful

About this podcast

gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast
Author:
Steve Bennet-Martin
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Scott G's Rollercoaster Journey from Chaos to Clarity

Episode Overview

  • Scott's flamboyant childhood and feeling different.
  • The role of trauma and sexuality in his addiction.
  • Pivotal moments that led Scott to seek help.
  • Humorous and raw anecdotes from his drinking days.
  • How sobriety opened doors to new spiritual practices and a fulfilling career.
I was so gay satellites could see me from space.
In this episode of gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast, host Steve Bennet-Martin chats with Scott G, a recovering alcoholic from Queensland, Australia. Scott shares his compelling and often humorous journey to sobriety, reflecting on his early life as a flamboyant gay kid in an uptight town, his struggles with alcoholism, and the profound changes sobriety has brought to his life.
Scott's anecdotes are both raw and entertaining, painting a vivid picture of the chaos and eventual clarity that marked his path to recovery. He talks about the trauma of feeling different, the role his sexuality played in his addiction, and the pivotal moments that led him to seek help. From sleeping on toilets wrapped in designer comforters to waking up in strange places, Scott's story is a rollercoaster of highs and lows.
His journey is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of community in overcoming addiction. Scott also discusses how his recovery has opened doors to new spiritual practices and a fulfilling career in elder care. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice on staying sober, especially within the LGBT+ community.