
Ep. 9 - Sobriety, Regrets, and New Beginnings
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03/19/25 • 36 min
Host Matt welcomes his old friend Matt Strand, known to the Pod as "the mayor," to reminisce about their shared history. They candidly discuss their younger years filled with partying and the impact of alcohol on their lives and relationships. Matt Strand shares updates on his current life, including his family and his recent decision to cut back on drinking and smoking. They also touch upon a significant shared regret involving the Chicago Cubs' historic World Series win.
Host Matt welcomes his old friend Matt Strand, known to the Pod as "the mayor," to reminisce about their shared history. They candidly discuss their younger years filled with partying and the impact of alcohol on their lives and relationships. Matt Strand shares updates on his current life, including his family and his recent decision to cut back on drinking and smoking. They also touch upon a significant shared regret involving the Chicago Cubs' historic World Series win.
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Ep. 8 Reboot: Keith Young on Recovery & Redemption
Matt Weldon is back! After a two-year hiatus and a recent career change, Matt revives his popular podcast, Single Dad, Sober Dad. In this reboot episode, Matt welcomes his old friend and fellow AA member, Keith Young, to the Iron Tech studio in Beloit, Wisconsin.
Matt and Keith dive deep into Keith's powerful journey to sobriety. Keith candidly shares his struggles, from early interventions and college brawls landing him in the Rockton jail, to the pivotal moments that led him to embrace recovery. They explore the challenges of navigating sobriety, the importance of spirituality, and the hard-won wisdom gained through years of dedication.
Keith discusses his evolution from a hard-headed young man to a successful business owner and dedicated father of six. They delve into the consequences of addiction, the power of surrender, and the profound shift in perspective that comes with living a sober life.
Join Matt and Keith for an honest and inspiring conversation about second chances, the transformative power of recovery, and the joy of living a life beyond addiction.
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