Steve Bennet-Martin

gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast

Steve Bennet-Martin, Charlie Gray

  • The Frogs Bottle ft. Charlie Gray

The Frogs Bottle ft. Charlie Gray

Sunday 18th December 2022

Join Steve Bennet-Martin and Charlie Gray on 'gAy A' as they discuss sobriety, creativity, and community in the LGBTQ+ world.
Explicit
23 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging

About this podcast

gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast
Author:
Steve Bennet-Martin
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Charlie Gray: Sobriety, Creativity, and Community in the LGBTQ+ World

It's so huge to give someone that gift to say: hey, I see you, I feel you, everything you did wrong is ok, it's not even wrong.
What happens when you mix a best-selling author with a powerful story of sobriety? You get an episode that's both heartwarming and eye-opening. In this episode of 'gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast', host Steve Bennet-Martin catches up with Charlie Gray, who shares his unique journey to sobriety within the LGBTQ+ community. From relapses to triumphs, Charlie's story is a testament to the strength and resilience needed to overcome addiction.
Charlie dives into the challenges that queer individuals often face on their path to sobriety, emphasizing the critical role of connection and support. He candidly discusses how writing and art have been lifelines in his recovery process, offering both solace and a means of expression. One standout moment is when Charlie says, 'It's so huge to give someone that gift to say: hey, I see you, I feel you, everything you did wrong is ok, it's not even wrong'.
This encapsulates the spirit of empathy and understanding that runs through the podcast. Listeners will find this episode particularly engaging as it combines personal anecdotes with broader insights into the LGBTQ+ sobriety experience. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Charlie's story offers valuable takeaways. Plus, if you're curious about his latest book, 'A Frog's Bottle', this episode provides a sneak peek into his creative world.
Steve Bennet-Martin ensures the conversation flows naturally, blending serious topics with moments of light-heartedness. It's a compelling listen for anyone interested in the intersection of sobriety, creativity, and queer identity. Tune in to hear how Charlie Gray turned his struggles into stories that inspire.