Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
330: Things That Changed Our Lives This Year
330: Things That Changed Our Lives This Year
330: Things That Changed Our Lives This Year
Wednesday 26th November 2025
Join Veronica Valli & Chip Somers as they share life-changing moments from the past year in this heartfelt Soberful episode.
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41 minutes
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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Reflect on the joys and challenges of sobriety.
- Consider the impact of AI on personal and professional life.
- Embrace the bittersweet moments of parenting teenagers.
- Explore cultural shifts through music and film.
- Express gratitude for community support.
"The joy of recovery... it's been the first time in my life I feel really settled with that."
How do individuals turn their lives around after addiction? Veronica Valli and Chip Somers, two seasoned recovery experts, share their annual reflections in this engaging episode of the Soberful podcast. With almost 50 years of sobriety between them, they have a treasure trove of experiences to draw from. This episode is like a cosy fireside chat where they reminisce about the events and influences that have shaped their year.
Chip shares the joy of having his entire family in recovery, highlighting the profound impact of the 12-step programme. Veronica discusses the bittersweet realisation of parenting a teenager, a task as challenging as it is rewarding. The duo also tackles the evolving role of technology in therapy and society, with Chip expressing concerns about AI replacing human interaction in therapeutic settings. Veronica counters with a pragmatic view on the benefits AI brings to her work.
They explore the cultural shifts in music and film, revealing personal favourites that have resonated with them this year. From Veronica's newfound love for audiobooks to Chip's reflections on live music, their stories are peppered with humour and candidness. Whether you're interested in sobriety, recovery, or simply curious about what changed their lives this year, this episode offers a delightful mix of insights and anecdotes.
As they wrap up, Veronica and Chip express gratitude for their listeners and the community they've built. If you're pondering what changes have shaped your own life this year, this episode might just inspire you to reflect on your journey.