I met Juliet years ago in the sober community. She’s always been a mix of sweet, feisty, and unapologetically blunt. We shared a lot of the same circles: mutual friends, events, weddings, fellowship halls, even the gym. Life kept unfolding, and over the years we’d cross paths here and there.Like many relationships, ours had its ups and downs. Misunderstandings eventually led to a break in communication. Still, whenever we ran into each other, it was always cordial. At the end of the day, there was never ill will, just the quiet understanding of how hard it is to watch someone struggle, especially with something as unforgiving as addiction. From the outside, Juliet’s life looked full: beautiful family, meaningful relationships, travel, fitness. But underneath, she describes it as pure hell. There was a constant effort to hold everything together on the surface while battling untreated alcoholism and addiction behind the scenes.After years of talking about doing a podcast, we finally sat down and had the conversation. Over the past several months, Juliet has fully committed herself to change building a relationship with God, working on how she responds to life, helping other women, and sharing her journey publicly. What started on TikTok quickly grew onto Instagram, where her platform has taken off. She opens up about everything: addiction, recovery, marriage, motherhood, family, and the reality of putting your life out there inviting both support and criticism. She’s also been intentional about navigating what to share, making sure to protect her children and respect her family while still being honest.This conversation gave us the chance to clear the air, revisit old misunderstandings, and acknowledge that sometimes outside voices can complicate things. We talked about boundaries, growth, and perspective but most importantly, about how sobriety and active recovery have transformed our lives and the lives of those around us. I’m grateful we finally had this conversation.Please enjoy the episode. If you’d like to connect or have questions, you can reach Juliet on Instagram @thejulietsocial.

<description>&lt;p&gt;I met Juliet years ago in the sober community. She’s always been a mix of sweet, feisty, and unapologetically blunt. We shared a lot of the same circles: mutual friends, events, weddings, fellowship halls, even the gym. Life kept unfolding, and over the years we’d cross paths here and there.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Like many relationships, ours had its ups and downs. Misunderstandings eventually led to a break in communication. Still, whenever we ran into each other, it was always cordial. At the end of the day, there was never ill will, just the quiet understanding of how hard it is to watch someone struggle, especially with something as unforgiving as addiction. From the outside, Juliet’s life looked full: beautiful family, meaningful relationships, travel, fitness. But underneath, she describes it as pure hell. There was a constant effort to hold everything together on the surface while battling untreated alcoholism and addiction behind the scenes.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;After years of talking about doing a podcast, we finally sat down and had the conversation. Over the past several months, Juliet has fully committed herself to change building a relationship with God, working on how she responds to life, helping other women, and sharing her journey publicly. What started on TikTok quickly grew onto Instagram, where her platform has taken off. She opens up about everything: addiction, recovery, marriage, motherhood, family, and the reality of putting your life out there inviting both support and criticism. She’s also been intentional about navigating what to share, making sure to protect her children and respect her family while still being honest.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation gave us the chance to clear the air, revisit old misunderstandings, and acknowledge that sometimes outside voices can complicate things. We talked about boundaries, growth, and perspective but most importantly, about how sobriety and active recovery have transformed our lives and the lives of those around us. I’m grateful we finally had this conversation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please enjoy the episode. If you’d like to connect or have questions, you can reach Juliet on Instagram @thejulietsocial.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

I met Juliet years ago in the sober community. She’s always been a mix of sweet, feisty, and unapologetically blunt. We shared a lot of the same circles: mutual friends, events, weddings, fellowship halls, even the gym. Life kept unfolding, and over the years we’d cross paths here and there. Like many relationships, ours had its ups and downs. Misunderstandings eventually led to a break in communication. Still, whenever we ran into each other, it was always cordial. At the end of the day, the...

Juliet Warner: To Hell and and Back. Sobriety, Motherhood and Leaning into Recovering out Loud

I met Dan at one of the community workouts down here in South Florida, and it didn’t take long to realize he’s an absolute fitness machine. We’d chatted a bit here and there, but after seeing the way he shares his content and shows up for the fitness community, it felt like the perfect time to bring him on the show. During our conversation, we unexpectedly connected over time spent in the Northeast, especially Vermont when Dan dropped a wild coincidence: he was actually a former student of my older brother, Dr. Rob Williams, a past guest of the Wake Up the Sun Show.Dan and I dove into fitness trends, why so many people struggle to stay consistent, and what really gets in the way of living an active lifestyle. We also spoke about the importance of following your passions even when the people around you might not get it or might think it’s a little “cringey.” What started as Dan’s personal fitness journey in the Northeast, then took him through the Midwest, eventually led him to South Florida just over a year ago. Since then, he’s been experimenting, finding what works, and sharing that journey online to help others do the same. That authenticity has resonated, his routines have caught on, and people are starting to follow his lead.Dan keeps it simple: if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. You can find him on Instagram @healthyhabitguy. We hope you enjoy the show!

<description>&lt;p&gt;I met Dan at one of the community workouts down here in South Florida, and it didn’t take long to realize he’s an absolute fitness machine. We’d chatted a bit here and there, but after seeing the way he shares his content and shows up for the fitness community, it felt like the perfect time to bring him on the show. During our conversation, we unexpectedly connected over time spent in the Northeast, especially Vermont when Dan dropped a wild coincidence: he was actually a former student of my older brother, Dr. Rob Williams, a past guest of the Wake Up the Sun Show.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dan and I dove into fitness trends, why so many people struggle to stay consistent, and what really gets in the way of living an active lifestyle. We also spoke about the importance of following your passions even when the people around you might not get it or might think it’s a little “cringey.” What started as Dan’s personal fitness journey in the Northeast, then took him through the Midwest, eventually led him to South Florida just over a year ago. Since then, he’s been experimenting, finding what works, and sharing that journey online to help others do the same. That authenticity has resonated, his routines have caught on, and people are starting to follow his lead.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dan keeps it simple: if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. You can find him on Instagram @healthyhabitguy. We hope you enjoy the show!&lt;/p&gt;</description>

I met Dan at one of the community workouts down here in South Florida, and it didn’t take long to realize he’s an absolute fitness machine. We’d chatted a bit here and there, but after seeing the way he shares his content and shows up for the fitness community, it felt like the perfect time to bring him on the show. During our conversation, we unexpectedly connected over time spent in the Northeast, especially Vermont when Dan dropped a wild coincidence: he was actually a former student of my...

Dan Bergeron: Healthy Habit Guy 

I met Duke earlier this year after a buddy introduced us at a 5:15am workout. What started as me challenging him to actually show up turned into meeting one of the most viral, in-your-face personalities on social media. At first, it was all brutal ball-busting with nonstop jokes and getting roasted, but as I got to know him, I saw the guy behind the camera. He’s someone who speaks his mind without hesitation, and his story of building a platform is nothing short of incredible.Duke grew up in the Northeast in a blue-collar area, like most young guys just trying to figure out what he loved. He worked at a bagel shop, spent time working for his buddy’s asphalt company, and rode dirt bikes and motocross whenever he could. His family was incredibly supportive, always making sure he and his brother stayed involved in things that brought them joy. When the world shut down during COVID, Duke turned the camera on himself. He started sharing his unfiltered thoughts, unsolicited opinions, and commentary on everything from everyday life to bigger societal issues. His accounts on TikTok and Instagram exploded, only to be banned and taken down for what was labeled as “inappropriate content.”Like anyone would be, he was pissed. Something he worked hard to build was gone overnight. He stepped away for a few months, then came back six months later and started from scratch. This time, he blended his strong opinions with apparel he invested everything into, while continuing to share his passion for motocross. He rebuilt his platform from the ground up. As his following grew, so did the opportunities; cameos, paid content, and people literally paying him to roast their friends all while he continued working regular jobs on the side.One of his biggest takeaways: become so obsessed with what you’re doing that it looks crazy to everyone else. His content never slowed down whether it was raw reactions, sharp commentary, or simple facial expressions to some of the wildest videos online. One of his earliest viral moments came from a t-shirt that read “BRING BACK BULLYING,” sparking both massive support and intense backlash. “At first, it bothered me how many people hated me and the constant negativity in the comments,” he said. But he pushed through it.What stood out most was getting to know the real person behind the persona. He’s grounded, values family, cuts through the noise, and is focused on giving back especially helping young motocross riders gain recognition and get paid for their work. This episode had me laughing the entire time. It’s real, unfiltered, and full of perspective. We hope you enjoy the show.Follow him on Instagram:@dukegomez7@dukegomezbackup2.0@thisgensucks@motofestusa

<description>&lt;p&gt;I met Duke earlier this year after a buddy introduced us at a 5:15am workout. What started as me challenging him to actually show up turned into meeting one of the most viral, in-your-face personalities on social media. At first, it was all brutal ball-busting with nonstop jokes and getting roasted, but as I got to know him, I saw the guy behind the camera. He’s someone who speaks his mind without hesitation, and his story of building a platform is nothing short of incredible.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Duke grew up in the Northeast in a blue-collar area, like most young guys just trying to figure out what he loved. He worked at a bagel shop, spent time working for his buddy’s asphalt company, and rode dirt bikes and motocross whenever he could. His family was incredibly supportive, always making sure he and his brother stayed involved in things that brought them joy. When the world shut down during COVID, Duke turned the camera on himself. He started sharing his unfiltered thoughts, unsolicited opinions, and commentary on everything from everyday life to bigger societal issues. His accounts on TikTok and Instagram exploded, only to be banned and taken down for what was labeled as “inappropriate content.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Like anyone would be, he was pissed. Something he worked hard to build was gone overnight. He stepped away for a few months, then came back six months later and started from scratch. This time, he blended his strong opinions with apparel he invested everything into, while continuing to share his passion for motocross. He rebuilt his platform from the ground up. As his following grew, so did the opportunities; cameos, paid content, and people literally paying him to roast their friends all while he continued working regular jobs on the side.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;One of his biggest takeaways: become so obsessed with what you’re doing that it looks crazy to everyone else. His content never slowed down whether it was raw reactions, sharp commentary, or simple facial expressions to some of the wildest videos online. One of his earliest viral moments came from a t-shirt that read “BRING BACK BULLYING,” sparking both massive support and intense backlash. “At first, it bothered me how many people hated me and the constant negativity in the comments,” he said. But he pushed through it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What stood out most was getting to know the real person behind the persona. He’s grounded, values family, cuts through the noise, and is focused on giving back especially helping young motocross riders gain recognition and get paid for their work. This episode had me laughing the entire time. It’s real, unfiltered, and full of perspective. We hope you enjoy the show.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow him on Instagram:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;@dukegomez7&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;@dukegomezbackup2.0&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;@thisgensucks&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;@motofestusa&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

I met Duke earlier this year after a buddy introduced us at a 5:15am workout. What started as me challenging him to actually show up turned into meeting one of the most viral, in-your-face personalities on social media. At first, it was all brutal ball-busting with nonstop jokes and getting roasted, but as I got to know him, I saw the guy behind the camera. He’s someone who speaks his mind without hesitation, and his story of building a platform is nothing short of incredible. Duke grew up in...

Duke Gomez: I say what everyone else is thinking

I met Peter in 2013 playing poker at a mutual friends house in sobriety. It&apos;s funny when you meet people at one point in their life and then watch as everything unfold for the better.What started out as a craigslist opportunity in the boating world sparked a greater dream of working and building &quot;quite literally&quot; a massive marine and seaside construction business. Peter, got sober and moved down to south florida to start over. His first job was a bike ride away from his sober living and he began working at a boat yard and observed detailing companies coming in and out making everything look nice. While he was very appreciative of the work opportunity he had always been entrepreneurial and thought, Hey, I can do that and do it better. He began biking up and down the coast passing out fliers and notes for opportunities for several months with only a couple of clients. One afternoon he told his boss that he was going to pursue it full time and had to give it all of his attention if was going to work and took one of the biggest risks. What happened then was nothing short of miraculous and you&apos;ll have to tune in to hear how everything played out. The company is called Seaside Marine Construction; At their core, they value God, Family, and Friends, and we bring that commitment to every marine construction project. They work hard to create exceptional waterfront experiences, specializing in seawalls, docks, and boat lifts, with safety, quality, and longevity at heart. If you are in need of their services please reach out through the website <a href='https://seasidemarineconstruction.com/'>https://seasidemarineconstruction.com/</a>Peters life is one that could be a movie. He got sober, found his passion that fuels his dream to build and help others, married an amazing woman, had two beautiful twin baby girls and employs people that are looking for their second chance. I was blessed with the opportunity to sit down and record this story as it&apos;s one of my favorites. If you are looking for work, some inspiration or just a nice guy to help maybe point you in the right direction then look no further and we hope you enjoy the show!

<description>&lt;p&gt;I met Peter in 2013 playing poker at a mutual friends house in sobriety. It&amp;apos;s funny when you meet people at one point in their life and then watch as everything unfold for the better.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What started out as a craigslist opportunity in the boating world sparked a greater dream of working and building &amp;quot;quite literally&amp;quot; a massive marine and seaside construction business. Peter, got sober and moved down to south florida to start over. His first job was a bike ride away from his sober living and he began working at a boat yard and observed detailing companies coming in and out making everything look nice. While he was very appreciative of the work opportunity he had always been entrepreneurial and thought, Hey, I can do that and do it better. He began biking up and down the coast passing out fliers and notes for opportunities for several months with only a couple of clients. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;One afternoon he told his boss that he was going to pursue it full time and had to give it all of his attention if was going to work and took one of the biggest risks. What happened then was nothing short of miraculous and you&amp;apos;ll have to tune in to hear how everything played out. The company is called Seaside Marine Construction; At their core, they value God, Family, and Friends, and we bring that commitment to every marine construction project. They work hard to create exceptional waterfront experiences, specializing in seawalls, docks, and boat lifts, with safety, quality, and longevity at heart. If you are in need of their services please reach out through the website &lt;a href='https://seasidemarineconstruction.com/'&gt;https://seasidemarineconstruction.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Peters life is one that could be a movie. He got sober, found his passion that fuels his dream to build and help others, married an amazing woman, had two beautiful twin baby girls and employs people that are looking for their second chance. I was blessed with the opportunity to sit down and record this story as it&amp;apos;s one of my favorites. If you are looking for work, some inspiration or just a nice guy to help maybe point you in the right direction then look no further and we hope you enjoy the show!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

I met Peter in 2013 playing poker at a mutual friends house in sobriety. It's funny when you meet people at one point in their life and then watch as everything unfold for the better. What started out as a craigslist opportunity in the boating world sparked a greater dream of working and building "quite literally" a massive marine and seaside construction business. Peter, got sober and moved down to south florida to start over. His first job was a bike ride away from his sober living and he b...

Peter Bilbo: When you've got no other choice but to burn the boats

I met Matt last year through a mutual friend and sober brother in NYC. We had crossed paths in the community but never formally sat down or conversed until we met up for coffee and connected on sobriety, life and all things health and wellness. We know a lot of the same people, attend similar fellowships and connected on our intensity and love of living a sober lifestyle. I learned that Matt is an author and speaker who discusses the transformative power of vulnerability in overcoming personal struggles, particularly those involving loss, trauma, and addiction. He speaks at schools and other events nationwide.He gained recognition for his best-selling memoir, Sway—the first story told by a child of 9/11. In the book, he shares his journey of overcoming various struggles, including losing his father on 9/11, addiction, and trauma. Matt also talks about his experiences with mental health challenges, such as depression and PTSD, and his path toward healing and recovery.With over ten years of sobriety, Matt now shares his personal story to inspire others to speak up and seek support for their mental health issues, trauma, and addiction. His advocacy work emphasizes the importance of reducing the stigma of addiction and mental health. Matt’s purpose is to impact at least one life each time he shares his story and to be “a voice” for those still suffering. What started as a casual conversation ended up being a great connection and brotherhood. If you or someone you know is struggling please don&apos;t hesitate to reach out at <a href='https://www.matthewjohnbocchi.com/'>https://www.matthewjohnbocchi.com/</a>. We hope you enjoy the show and have a most triumphant day!

<description>&lt;p&gt;I met Matt last year through a mutual friend and sober brother in NYC. We had crossed paths in the community but never formally sat down or conversed until we met up for coffee and connected on sobriety, life and all things health and wellness. We know a lot of the same people, attend similar fellowships and connected on our intensity and love of living a sober lifestyle. I learned that Matt is an author and speaker who discusses the transformative power of vulnerability in overcoming personal struggles, particularly those involving loss, trauma, and addiction. He speaks at schools and other events nationwide.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;He gained recognition for his best-selling memoir, &lt;em&gt;Sway&lt;/em&gt;—the first story told by a child of 9/11. In the book, he shares his journey of overcoming various struggles, including losing his father on 9/11, addiction, and trauma. Matt also talks about his experiences with mental health challenges, such as depression and PTSD, and his path toward healing and recovery.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With over ten years of sobriety, Matt now shares his personal story to inspire others to speak up and seek support for their mental health issues, trauma, and addiction. His advocacy work emphasizes the importance of reducing the stigma of addiction and mental health. Matt’s purpose is to impact at least one life each time he shares his story and to be “a voice” for those still suffering. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What started as a casual conversation ended up being a great connection and brotherhood. If you or someone you know is struggling please don&amp;apos;t hesitate to reach out at &lt;a href='https://www.matthewjohnbocchi.com/'&gt;https://www.matthewjohnbocchi.com/&lt;/a&gt;. We hope you enjoy the show and have a most triumphant day!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

I met Matt last year through a mutual friend and sober brother in NYC. We had crossed paths in the community but never formally sat down or conversed until we met up for coffee and connected on sobriety, life and all things health and wellness. We know a lot of the same people, attend similar fellowships and connected on our intensity and love of living a sober lifestyle. I learned that Matt is an author and speaker who discusses the transformative power of vulnerability in overcoming persona...

Matthew Bocchi: When tragedy strikes and changes the course of your entire existence

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