Gary Hendler
Gary Hendler
EPISODE 120525
EPISODE 120525
EPISODE 120525
Saturday 6th December 2025
Rock legend Simon Kirke shares his inspiring journey from addiction to recovery, offering hope and wisdom on Clean and Sober Radio.
55 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Authentic
Engaging
Informative
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Author:
Gary Hendler
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Simon Kirke shares his journey from fame to addiction and back to sobriety.
- He highlights the importance of support systems in recovery.
- The episode discusses the rise of dangerous drugs like fentanyl.
- Simon uses his platform to help others avoid the pitfalls of addiction.
- Fame's impact on personal life and its challenges are explored.
Sometimes you make your own luck.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this riveting episode of Clean and Sober Radio, Gary Hendler and Mark Sigmund have a chat with Simon Kirke, the rock-and-roll legend behind the bands FREE and Bad Company. Simon opens up about his rollercoaster journey from youthful fame to battling addiction and finally achieving sobriety.
With anecdotes that range from his early days drumming on pots and pans to nearly losing everything due to addiction, Simon's story is both relatable and awe-inspiring. He shares how he found solace in recovery and now uses his platform to help others avoid the pitfalls he faced. The episode also touches on the wider issues of substance abuse, including the alarming rise of new, dangerous drugs affecting society today.
Kirke’s candid reflections offer hope and wisdom for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to overcome addiction, Simon Kirke’s story is a testament to resilience and the power of community support. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and maybe a chuckle or two as the hosts share light-hearted moments with their legendary guest. Could Simon's journey be the spark you need to embrace change?