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Rich & Ben, The Sober Men:

Rich & Ben, The Sober Men:

By: Richard Taylor Woods & Ben Harlow
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Two mates got sober, got happy & got a mic. Join Rich & Ben each week as they discuss entering the chino-clad stages of middle-aged dom, as two alcohol & substance free guys.


The ups & downs of life, making better choices & the happy glow of their new lives.


If you're sober, sober curious, or just enjoy a giggle, hop on board.


Honest chat, no preaching & big laughs with Rich & Ben, The Sober Men.





Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Taylor Woods & Ben Harlow
Hygiene & Healthy Living Social Sciences
Episodes
  • The Holiday Drinking Trap (And How To Escape It)
    Jul 3 2026

    It’s summer & it’s scorchio! For many of us, holidays used to mean one thing—drinking from the moment we reached the airport until we came home.


    In this episode, Rich & Ben unpack why alcohol became such a big part of their idea of the perfect holiday and how they’ve learned to let go of that belief.


    As two sober guys, they share the challenges they’ve faced, the tools that help them stay on track, and the incredible rewards of experiencing holidays with a clear head. The best souvenir from any trip is coming home with no regrets. 100%.


    Rich is back from honeymoon looking bronzed, the next Bond? And shares an interesting encounter from the Gents. Do you piss with your T-Shirt up?! Plus, Ben learns about the perils of Japanese Knotweed after a visit to his mates at the tip.


    Actor, Morgan Freeman is LA Sober & “in the frame”, & who’d like to see a Rich & Ben sober travel series? Mmm, food for thought.


    The sober world is buzzin’, hop on board with Rich & Ben, The Sober Men: The Podcast.


    Rich & Ben, The Sober Men on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesobermenpod?igsh=MW02NnR1ODg4Nml3cg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr


    For more Rich https://www.instagram.com/richardtaylorwoods?igsh=Y2o5M212dG5vZmln


    For more Ben https://www.instagram.com/benjyharlow?igsh=MXVneXB0ZGg3d3Z3bg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr


    Rich & Ben are not doctors or therapists, just two mates chatting about their own sobriety experiences. If you're struggling with alcohol or your mental health, please speak to a GP or a qualified professional.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Alcohol & Advertising: Glamour v Reality
    Jun 26 2026

    Been bloomin’ hot, hasn’t it?! Time to chill, then, with Rich & Ben, The Sober Men. This week, Rich & Ben explore the glamour v’s reality in the world of alcohol advertising. It’s influence on behaviour & the responsibility companies have; the contrast between advertising images & real-life consequences. Relaxing, linen clad cold one on the beach? Nah, rotting in bed full of shame, more like.

    And whilst we’re at it, why is 0% beer so expensive?

    Rich reveals his Jet Washing God, & Ben has a run in with his hotel television; how great is a sober M6 though?!

    Alcohol Free coach, Andy Garwood is “in the frame” & continuing to prove there is Life Beyond Booze & to blokes without a top on in Tesco, why?

    Stay cool, folks! Rich & Ben, The Sober Men: The Podcast.

    Rich & Ben, The Sober Men on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesobermenpod?igsh=MW02NnR1ODg4Nml3cg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr


    For more Rich https://www.instagram.com/richardtaylorwoods?igsh=Y2o5M212dG5vZmln


    For more Ben https://www.instagram.com/benjyharlow?igsh=MXVneXB0ZGg3d3Z3bg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr


    Rich & Ben are not doctors or therapists, just two mates chatting about their own sobriety experiences. If you're struggling with alcohol or your mental health, please speak to a GP or a qualified professional.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • The Last Hangover: Shame
    Jun 19 2026


    Got your coffee? Good, let’s do it!


    This week, Rich & Ben discuss the impact of shame in addiction. God, that shame was draining & don’t even mention the ensuing anxiety. That vicious cycle of shame & escape. Plus, how consistency & self worth in sobriety goes a long way in helping us find that inner calm & repairing the damage done.


    Rich reveals a new penchant for hard boiled eggs, but how do you like your soldiers, bread or toast?! Rich & Ben also share their joy of a sober World Cup & after their 0-0 draw with Spain, Ben is adamant he’s going to find a family connection to his new favourites, Cape Verde.


    Actor, Colin Farrell is "in the frame”, 20 years sober, wow, what a reinvention & Ben reads a heartfelt listener email…THIS is why we do it.


    Hop on board & join the sober buzz. Rich & Ben, The Sober Men: The Podcast.


    Rich & Ben, The Sober Men on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesobermenpod?igsh=MW02NnR1ODg4Nml3cg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr


    For more Rich https://www.instagram.com/richardtaylorwoods?igsh=Y2o5M212dG5vZmln


    For more Ben https://www.instagram.com/benjyharlow?igsh=MXVneXB0ZGg3d3Z3bg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr


    Rich & Ben are not doctors or therapists, just two mates chatting about their own sobriety experiences. If you're struggling with alcohol or your mental health, please speak to a GP or a qualified professional.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 hr
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