Becca
Becca
Conversation with Tom Hills
Conversation with Tom Hills
Conversation with Tom Hills
Sunday 4th May 2025
Join Becca as she chats with comedian Tom Hills about sobriety, breaking stigma, and finding humour in recovery. A heartfelt and candid conversation.
62 minutes
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Becca
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Sobriety Success Stories
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Laughing Through Sobriety: A Chat with Comedian Tom Hills
Episode Overview
- Humour can help break down the stigma around alcoholism.
- Sharing personal stories is crucial for healing and recovery.
- Sobriety involves ongoing challenges but also brings growth.
- Community support plays a vital role in maintaining sobriety.
- Owning one's narrative empowers individuals in their recovery journey.
"There are several layers to rock bottom - rock bottom, then bedrock, then that lava rock underneath."
In this heartfelt episode of The Unashamed Alcoholic, Becca sits down with the late Tom Hills, a beloved Ottawa comedian who bravely shared his journey with sobriety. Tom's candid humour and willingness to tackle the often-taboo subject of alcoholism head-on make this conversation both enlightening and entertaining. As someone who openly discussed his sobriety on stage, Tom believed in breaking down the barriers of stigma surrounding addiction.
He saw humour as a powerful tool to engage audiences and normalize conversations about recovery. Tom's reflections are raw and honest, offering a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of living sober. He talks about the misconceptions people have when he mentions he's sober, and how these interactions can be both amusing and frustrating.
Sharing personal anecdotes, Tom touches on the moments that led him to embrace sobriety, including his experiences working as a beer rep—a job he humorously describes as both the best and worst for an alcoholic. Throughout their chat, Becca and Tom explore the importance of community and support in recovery. They discuss how sharing one's story, whether on stage or through other mediums, can be a vital part of healing.
Tom's insights highlight the courage it takes to own one's narrative and the strength found in vulnerability. This episode is a touching tribute to Tom Hills' legacy, filled with laughter and poignant truths. It's a reminder that even in the face of addiction, there is room for joy and connection. Whether you're navigating your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, Tom's story offers hope and a sense of camaraderie.
Why not give it a listen and see what resonates with you?