"I'm Sober, I'm Not A Saint" (feat. Leah McSweeney) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #170

This week Patrick sits down with former reality TV star, Leah McSweeney. Leah opens up about her road to sobriety over the past couple of years and the changes she’s noticed in herself due to becoming sober. The past couple of years have been nothing but a rollercoaster for Leah, but she speaks on how her daughter and being sober have helped her through. Tune into this episode to find out more about Leah’s up’s and down’s. About Leah McSweeney: Leah McSweeney is a dynamic entrepreneur, fashion designer, and reality TV personality. McSweeney published her memoir, Chaos Theory in 2022 where she shares her unique take on the philosophy and how her years spent partying in the drug-fueled club scene of New York City lead to her getting sober, having a baby, and launching her own business. With a fierce passion for fashion, she co-founded the feminine streetwear brand Married to the Mob, which has gained a loyal following for being bold, edgy, and unapologetically feminist. In March of 2023, McSweeney launched her podcast titled The Leah McSweeney Show on YouTube and other platforms where she shares her stories of life’s unexpected twists and turns while interviewing people of all walks of life. Alongside a team, she also helped develop the dating app Club Pillar which seeks to redefine dating and social interactions for those committed to a sober lifestyle or looking to cut back on drinking. McSweeney is celebrated for her unapologetic authenticity, blending her personal experiences with a commitment to social causes. Beyond her entrepreneurial ventures, she is a strong advocate for mental health awareness and personal growth, inspiring others to embrace their true selves and find meaning in the chaos. Watch/Listen/Subscribe: ⁠⁠@rootedrecoverystories Insta: ⁠@rootedrecoverystories Tiktok: @patrickcusterproject Facebook: https://www.promises.com/rooted-recov... URL: ⁠https://www.rootedrecoverystories.com⁠ __________________ Resources: Insta: ⁠@mentalhealthamerica URL: https://⁠www.mhanational.org⁠ Promises Behavioral Health – Treatment for addiction, mental health/trauma: Insta: ⁠@promises_bh URL: ⁠https://www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com⁠ Follow Patrick Custer! Insta: @patrick_custer Tiktok: @patrickcusterproject Follow Leah McSweeney! Insta: @leahmob Tiktok: @therealleahmcsweeney Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" in Nashville, TN! Visit us today at https://www.thecastcollective.com Email: [email protected] Follow The Cast Collective on Instagram & Twitter! Instagram: @TheCastCollective Twitter: @TheCastCollective Keywords: trauma, recovery, podcast, mental health, rooted recovery stories, mental health podcast, trauma podcast, anxiety podcast, recovery podcast, coping mechanisms, nashville, domestic violence, trauma, podcast, interview, real housewives, nyc, new york city,