Chris Pondoff & Jeff Allen
Chris Pondoff & Jeff Allen
S2 E34 Sean Keeley
S2 E34 Sean Keeley
S2 E34 Sean Keeley
Monday 6th October 2025
Join Sean Keeley on Pondoff's Anonymous as he shares his unique path to sobriety, from hiding bottles to breathalyser accountability.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Recovery can take many forms; find what works for you.
- Support systems play a crucial role in maintaining sobriety.
- Accountability can be a powerful tool in staying sober.
- Airplane bottles are often misused by those struggling with alcoholism.
- Personal accountability is key in maintaining sobriety.
"I was really good at hiding it at that point...you know, because I made it from, I think I was, what, I was there seven days, so it was early May."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? For Sean Keeley, it was the realisation that he was on the brink of losing everything he cherished. In this episode of Pondoff's Anonymous, Sean joins hosts Chris Pondoff and Jeff Allen to share his candid journey through alcoholism and recovery. The episode is a raw exploration of the struggles faced by those who appear to have it all together but are fighting a relentless battle with addiction.
Sean opens up about his experiences with hiding his drinking habits, from stashing bottles in the garage to relying on airplane bottles for a quick fix. He recounts the pivotal moment when his family staged an intervention, leading him to check into rehab. However, it wasn't a straightforward path to sobriety.
After two stints at a treatment centre and a brief relapse, Sean found an unconventional method to maintain his sobriety—breathalysers at home and in his car, with his wife as his accountability partner. The conversation also touches on the dangers of readily available alcohol, particularly the sale of small airplane bottles, which Sean argues are designed for alcoholics rather than their intended use.
He shares how he channelled his energy into work and relationships, ultimately finding strength in personal accountability and support from loved ones. Sean's story is not just about the struggle with addiction but also about finding creative solutions and the importance of support systems. His journey is a testament to the fact that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to recovery. So, what would you be willing to do to reclaim your life from addiction?