Best Shell Righini Podcasts (2025)

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S3 Episode 07 Glen Rowe: Recovering Loudly … Loud Music, Quiet Healing, and Rewriting the Rules 1:03:03

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In this passionate and deeply honest episode of We Recover Loudly, host Shell sits down with Glen Rowe: 32 years in the music industry and counting, legendary tour manager, mental health advocate, and founder of KYOTO Music and the charity KATO Trust. Together they explore what it means to recover, reconnect, and reimagine an industry you’ve spent …

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S3 Episode 06 Camille Vidal: Recovering Loudly … Mindful Drinking, Authenticity, and Letting Go of the Mask 1:04:57

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In this open-hearted and empowering episode of We Recover Loudly, host Shell sits down with Camille Vidal, a globally renowned bartender, wellness educator, and founder of La Maison Wellness. Together they explore what it means to live, lead, and drink more mindfully. Camille shares her journey from growing up in a vibrant, creative home in the Sou…

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S3 Episode 05 Kieron 'The Boy' Bailey : Recovering Loudly … Failure, Grief, and Discovering Your Purpose 1:25:04

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In this honest and powerful episode of We Recover Loudly, host Shell sits down with Kieron Bailey : a hospitality industry veteran, leadership coach, and creative disruptor! They explore his raw and relatable journey through recovery from grief, and professional collapse. Kieron shares openly about growing up in a chaotic, and busy council estate h…

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S3 Episode 04 Chloe: Recovering Loudly … Chaos, Creativity, and the Courage to Start Again 1:18:36

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In this honest and engaging episode of We Recover Loudly, host Shell is joined by Chloe Belle Porter who began drinking at just 11 years old and spent much of her teens and twenties caught in a cycle of chaos, people-pleasing, and emotional burnout. Together, they explore the impact of early trauma, people-pleasing, and the emotional toll of growin…

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S3 Episode 03 Neil Hudson-Basing Recovering Loudly … People-Pleasing, Neurodivergence, and the Freedom of Sobriety 53:35

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In this powerful new episode of We Recover Loudly, host Shell is joined by Neil Hudson Basing. Neil is a mental health advocate, Pause and Rewind podcast host, and co-founder of House of Happiness, a regular sober event redefining alcohol-free joy. Together, they explore what sober living without addiction looks like, diving into the impact of neur…

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S3 Episode 02 Merly Kammerling Recovering Loudly … Burnout, Grief, and Boundaries That Heal 1:04:04

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In this new episode of We Recover Loudly, host Shell is joined by Merly Kammerling - a therapeutic coach and integrative therapist with over a decade of experience supporting professionals in the hospitality industry. Together, they explore the far-reaching impact of burnout, both from Merly’s clinical work and her personal journey through mental h…

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S3 Episode 01 Reed Amber Recovering Loudly … Habitual Drug Use, Hard Truths, and Healing 56:27

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In this unflinchingly honest episode of the new season of We Recover Loudly, Shell is joined by the phenomenal Reed Amber Thomas-Litman—sex worker, content creator, podcast host (Come Curious), and fierce mental health advocate. Together, they explore the messy, meaningful, and often misunderstood paths to healing. Reed opens up about navigating ha…

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S2 Episode 026 - Anthony Hammond - From Boozing in Pubs to A Pub with NO Booze! 1:15:28

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In this new episode of We Recover Loudly, Shell is joined by Aussie entrepuneor Anthony Hammond, who is the brains behind Pub with NO booze. Anthony, a second generation publican, had always been immersed in the world of hospitality since his childhood in country pubs. In 2013 he first had glimmers that his drinking was causing problems, but it was…

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S2 Episode 025 - Al Roberto - From Smashing Drum Sets to Smashing Painkillers and Alcohol 1:04:23

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In this new episode, Shell is joined by chef Al Roberto who shares his remarkable journey from rock star on global stages and to smashing success in the kitchen back in his home town of Yorkshire, and beyond. The episode takes a deep dive into Al's early influences, from the rituals of post-shift beers with his father to the adrenaline-fueled cultu…

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S2 Episode 024 - Tony Kost - From Shadows of Addiction to Shining in Sobriety 58:43

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In this new episode, Shell is joined by Tony Kost, an amazing advocate for sobriety in the hospitality industry. He shares his inspiring journey from the dive bars of his youth to working alongside culinary legends like Iron Chef Michael Simon, a path that unfortunately took a downturn due to alcoholism. Tony is gearing up to celebrate 8 years of s…

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S2 Episode 023 - Ian Blessing - From Sommelier Excellence to Alcohol-Free Innovation 1:00:47

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In this new episode Shell speaks to the fabulous Ian Blessing, creator of a groundbreaking line of non-alcoholic cocktail bitters, 'All The Bitters'. A former sommelier from the infamous French Laundry, he co-founded the company with his wife Carly, crafting the bitters from organic, wild-foraged ingredients, which offer flavour as well as function…

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S2 Episode 022 - Chef Brother Luck - From Being Top Chef To Being Brother Luck 50:38

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Wow, this episode is truly amazing! It was recorded late last year with the fantastic Chef Brother Luck, and we had a deep conversation about the power of vulnerability and sharing your story authentically to help others through their own struggles with pain, grief, or depression. Chef Brother Luck openly rejects the toxic chef lifestyle and attitu…

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S2 Episode 021 - James Cummings - From Writers Block To Butchers Block 49:47

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In the newest episode of "We Recover Loudly," host Shell chats with special guest, Boiling Point lead writer James Cummings about the fascinating world of the hospitality industry, and how it has been depicted in such a relatable and impactful way by the whole team behind the award winning films and tv series. James shares his personal stories of w…

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S2 Episode 020 - Derek Brown - From Escaping the Mind to Mindful Drinking 57:15

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In this new episode of We Recover Loudly, Shell is joined by the wonderful Derek Brown. Derek is an author and NASM-certified wellness coach, and also the founder of Positive Damage, Inc. As one of the US’s top bartenders, he previously owned the Spirited Awards 2017 “Best American Cocktail Bar” Columbia Room in Washington, D.C. Derek published his…

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S2 Episode 019 - Jason-Candid Knüsel - From Hospitality Home Comforts to Hospitality Home Truths 53:42

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In this new episode, Shell welcomes the delightful Jason-Candid Knusel, who is the director of non profit Healthy Hospo. With 15 years of experience in the food and drinks industry, including working at renowned venues like The Savoy and the NoMad Hotel in London, Jason has seen the importance of investing in a healthier hospitality culture. Alongs…

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S2 Episode 018 - Joshua Gandee - From "Just Don't Drink" to "I Am Josh, And I Don't Drink" 52:26

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In this new episode, we get to know Joshua Gandee, a bartender and creative who has been working in and around the restaurant industry for over a decade. In 2017, Joshua made the decision to quit drinking and has since been promoting a non-alcoholic culture in his city of Ohio and beyond whether with his buddies Focus On Health, with Historic Revel…

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S2 Episode 017 - Gabriel Rucker - From Flying Into Addiction to Coming Home to Roost 30:56

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This week's guest is the iconic, and exceptionally talented, chef Gabriel Rucker. Having started in kitchens at a young age, even though he dropped out of culinary school, Gabriel's incredible talent was there from the start. At 25, Gabriel became the chef at Portland’s iconic Le Pigeon, where he redefined French cuisine with his signature adventur…

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S2 Episode 016 - ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY EPISODE - Rupert Davison (A Rule of Tum) 59:54

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ONE YEAR BIRTHDAY PODCAST RELEASE !!! This week's episode marks one year since releasing episode one. To mark this milestone, it was important to invite a guest along who has been instrumental in the genesis of this whole project, and indeed my sobriety. My guest, Rupert Davison is one of the company directors of A Rule of Tum. Rupert is a director…

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S2 Episode 015 - Mickey Bakst - From Isolation in Addiction to Kinship in Sobriety 50:00

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In this week's episode we speak to the absolute legend Mickey Bakst, co founder of the national organisation Ben's Friends in the US. After losing a friend to addiction, Ben's Friends was born with a simple mission: to help struggling industry professionals break free from addiction. With almost 60 years of combined sobriety, Mickey and his partner…

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S2 Episode 014 - Laura Louise Green - From Running on Empty to a Healthy Pour 1:07:18

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In this week's episode, I sat down with the hilarious and incredibily intellectual Laura Louise Green, the founder of Healthy Pour. Healthy Pour is an organisation based in Chicago who focus on improving the mental health and well being of individuals in the workplace. Laura is a trained psychotherapist, and organizational consultant. It was shortl…

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S2 Episode 013 - Karl Considine - From Party Boy Persona to Authentic Sober Self 56:44

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In this new episode, recorded late 2023, Shell talks to the wonderful Karl Considine back when he was still at the beginning of his journey with the now wildy successful Love From bar in Manchester. Throughout this heartfelt conversation, Karl peels back the layers of his experiences, discussing the stark realities of his former identity as the 'pa…

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S2 Episode 012 - Ben Gibbs - From Spiraling into Alcoholism to Sober Boozing with Style 51:13

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In this new episode, Ben Gibbs, founder of the Sober Boozers Club, shares his journey with us in his signature candid, and humourous manner. He discusses his struggle with alcoholism and the pivotal moment that led him towards sobriety. Ben's story not only highlights his personal triumph but also sheds light on the growing market for non-alcoholic…

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S2 Episode 011 - Shannon Michelle - From Serving Spirits to Spirited Sobriety and Inclusivity 1:09:30

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This week on We Recover Loudly, we pull back the curtain with Shannon Michelle, whose journey from pizza counter to cocktail shaker has taken a turn towards sobriety and a quest for inclusivity in the bar industry. Her candid stories serve as a beacon for those navigating the rewarding yet tumultuous waves of hospitality. From the personal cost of …

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S2 Episode 010 - Andrew Clarke - From Fire Gone Out to Mastering the Flame 55:48

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On this week's episode, we are joined by Acme Fire Cult Leader, chef Andrew Clarke. Andrew Clarke shares about his childhood upbringing being around flames to mastering the art of live fire cooking. His journey has been one of transformation, both in the kitchen and in his personal life. As we discuss the timeline of his career, Andrew shares anecd…

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S2 Episode 009 - Jordan Childs (Mash Gang) - From Lockdown Loses to Fermentation Gains 48:56

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This week’s episode is a total riot. Shell is joined by one of the brains behind the incredible brewery Mash Gang. Jordan talks about the journey from a hobbyist homebrewer during lockdown to launching a successful non-alcoholic beverage company. He discusses how their initial experimentation with fermentation led to creating some rather unique pro…