Chris Pondoff & Jeff Allen
Chris Pondoff & Jeff Allen
From Train Wreck to Captain Courage with George Hansford
From Train Wreck to Captain Courage with George Hansford
From Train Wreck to Captain Courage with George Hansford
Monday 19th January 2026
Join St. Louis bar legend George Hansford as he shares his inspiring journey from addiction to sobriety and his new life as a charter captain.
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87 minutes
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Transformative
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Chris Pondoff & Jeff Allen
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!From Bar Legend to Captain Courage: George Hansford's Sobriety Journey
Episode Overview
- Sobriety can be a source of unexpected joy and purpose.
- Family support plays a crucial role in recovery.
- Overcoming fear is essential to embracing change.
- Community and connection are vital for maintaining sobriety.
- Recovery journeys can inspire hope in others.
"Sobriety is a gift from a higher power that takes away the need, the desire, the have to for drinking."
What emotional and inspiring tales of recovery are out there? This episode of Pondoff's Anonymous brings you the captivating story of George Hansford, a St. Louis bar legend and the owner of Trainwreck Saloon. If you've ever thought sobriety means giving up fun, George is here to prove you wrong. From running a successful bar to embracing a life of sobriety, George shares his journey of transformation with hosts Chris and Zoë.
George opens up about the challenges he faced in his battle with alcohol, including the poignant 'suitcase day' when his wife packed his bags and sent him on a path to recovery. His story is filled with moments of fear, courage, and ultimately, hope. After battling addiction, George found solace in the serene waters of Key West, where he now runs Courage Charters—a name inspired by the serenity prayer.
Listeners will be moved by George's candid recounting of his struggles and triumphs, including his mission trip to Cuba where he delivered Spanish recovery books. This episode is a testament to the power of change and the unexpected joys that sobriety can bring. Whether you're a bar owner who can't stop drinking your own profits or someone who thinks boating and sobriety can't mix, George's story is sure to resonate. So, how do individuals turn their lives around after addiction?
George's journey from train wreck to captain courage is a reminder that no matter how messy life gets, there's always a way forward. What steps will you take on your path to recovery?