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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
  • 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
  • Why Is "No Thanks" So Complicated?
    Jun 12 2026

    Yo, yo, yo! This week, Rich & Ben respond to a listener email that proves the catalyst for another open & honest episode; why is saying “no thanks” so complicated?

    The Sober Men discuss navigating social situations sober & saying no to a drink without feeling guilty. Plus, facing peer pressure, expectations & maintaining sobriety in social settings.

    Soccer AM’S, Tubes is “in the frame”, 10 years sober, wow & what is it with Ben’s fascination with John Craven?

    Is Rich is the new Dermot O’Leary? 100%. And Ben introduces us to Red Light Ray, what do you do? Stay or go?!

    Rich & Ben, The Sober Men. Two mates. One podcast. Zero hangovers.


    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 1 min
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