Ep38: Songs That Sound Happy (But Are Hiding Cries For Help)

Ep39: She Was Called a Drug Seeker. The Real Problem Was Killing Her. The Cris Salazar’s Story

Cristina Salazar’s story is about far more than weight loss. After years of struggling with her health, weighing over 300 pounds, and feeling dismissed by doctors who blamed everything on her weight, Cristina found herself hospitalized and fighting for answers. What followed was a complete transformation through fitness, nutrition, and rebuilding her life from the inside out. In this episode of Strong and Sober, Cristina opens up about medical discrimination, emotional eating, identity changes after massive weight loss, and why she’s now pursuing a path to become a nutritionist and trainer to help others who feel overlooked and hopeless. We also talk about self-worth, mental health, rebuilding habits, and how differently the world treats people based on appearance. This is a raw, honest conversation about survival, resilience, and becoming the person you thought was impossible to become. If you haven't already please rate and subscribe to the show. Follow @StrongandSoberPodcast on Instagram Send questions, comments, success stories or requests to be a guest on the show to StrongandSoberPodcast@gmail.com New episodes weekly on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

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Ep38: Songs That Sound Happy (But Are Hiding Cries For Help)

Last week we talked about mental health and how people can hide their pain in plain sight. This week… we realized we do the exact same thing with music. In this episode of Strong and Sober, we break down songs that sound upbeat, catchy, or even happy on the surface—but are actually about addiction, depression, and real-life struggles underneath. From blackout drinking and meth addiction to deeper themes of isolation and mental health, we dive into what these songs are really saying—and why so many people miss it. It’s not just about music. It’s about how easy it is to overlook what’s right in front of us. Some of the darkest stories… are hidden inside the catchiest songs. If you haven't already please rate and subscribe to the show. Follow @StrongandSoberPodcast on Instagram Send questions, comments, success stories or requests to be a guest on the show to StrongandSoberPodcast@gmail.com New episodes weekly on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Ep37: The Voice in Your Head (And Why You Keep Listening to It)

There’s a voice in your head… and it’s not always on your side. In this episode of Strong and Sober, we break down the internal voice that tells you to skip the workout, have the drink, wait until tomorrow, or tear yourself down when things get hard. We talk about how that voice shows up in addiction, depression, discipline, and everyday life—and why most people mistake it for who they really are. We get into how to recognize it, challenge it, and stop letting it control your decisions, even when it sounds convincing. You don’t need to silence the voice. You just need to stop obeying it. If you haven't already please rate and subscribe to the show. Follow @StrongandSoberPodcast on Instagram Send questions, comments, success stories or requests to be a guest on the show to StrongandSoberPodcast@gmail.com New episodes weekly on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Ep36: Strong Doesn’t Mean Silent: The Truth About Mental Health

Strength isn’t pretending you’re okay. In this episode of Strong and Sober, we have an honest conversation about mental health, depression, and the reality that you never truly know what someone else is going through. Following the recent loss of Bo Lueders from the band Harm's Way and the podcast Hardlore, we reflect on how even people who seem strong, successful, or happy can be struggling in silence. We talk about our own experiences with depression, the pressure on men to suppress what they feel, and why so many people avoid getting help. From stigma and access to treatment, to the role of fitness, routine, and connection, this episode is about opening the conversation—not fixing it. If you’ve ever felt like you had to carry everything alone, this one’s for you. If you haven't already please rate and subscribe to the show. Follow @StrongandSoberPodcast on Instagram Send questions, comments, success stories or requests to be a guest on the show to StrongandSoberPodcast@gmail.com New episodes weekly on Spotify and Apple Podcasts