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Grant and Mekaylay are back for episode 39, and this one gets nerdy — in the best way. Grant runs through his full anime tier list (yes, there's a ranking system), makes a case for why Vinland Saga and Frieren deserve your attention, and challenges Mekaylay to guess which show is the anime: a brutal Viking saga about a boy watching his father get murdered, or a sci-fi thriller about scientists dying and the night sky sending Morse code. (Spoiler) Mekaylay has seen one of them on TikTok. Mekaylay's Grandmas dog Clyde shows up hurt. Their old elementary school is for sa...

Grant and Mekaylay are back yet again. This week: Grant finally admits he played Troy Bolton in an elementary school production of High School Musical (yes, against his will), and Mekaylay shares his preschool mic moment that ended with a teacher losing her mind. Then things get serious — Grant went down a Michael Jackson documentary rabbit hole until midnight and comes in with a full breakdown of the 2005 trial. They dig into the Arizo family, the Bashir documentary, the Neverland raid, and whether the mom was running a con from the start. Real talk, minimal filter. Plus: horoscopes (Mekaylay is...

Grant ordered Chick-fil-A and they wrote Dwayne on his coffee. Not Greg, not Trent, not Trevor — Dwayne. We break down exactly how a 5-letter name turns into The Rock. We also talk about the pierogi place that has us absolutely stunned, the movie Obsession and why a 26-year-old just raised the bar for everyone, The Boys finale, horror movie recommendations, and whether VeggieTales belongs in a public school classroom. New episodes every week. Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. 📧 sobernotsober69@gmail.com

Grant and Mekaylay are back for episode 36, and this one has everything. Mekaylay kicks things off with the most cursed 48 hours imaginable — a dying guinea pig, helping his severely disabled dad get ready in the morning, a bird repeatedly flying into a client's windows, hundreds of moths taking over a house, and two baby quails dead on the back patio. The only logical response? Open every window, grab the sage, and tell whatever energy is living there to get out. Grant then dives into the heartbreaking tale of Andiamo — a small Scottsdale pizza joint that earned an 8.2 from Dave Port...

If you are here for just the AITA, they start at the 30 minute mark! Regardless thank you for checking us out! Grant and Mekaylay are back doing what they do best — going off on random topics and somehow making it all connect. This week: white guys with dreads, a guy on an e-scooter drinking a gallon of milk, the future of streaming and where your favorite sports are gonna end up, why celebrity podcasts are annoying, Severance vs Succession (Mikale mixed them up), and a reality TV pitch involving a politically divided cruise ship that honestly has legs. Oh, an...

It's been FOUR YEARS since Mekaylay got sober — and we're celebrating with extremely cool dollar tree party poppers & balloons. Grant works in wine (NOT drunk, we swear — episode 34 disclaimer), and together we cover everything important in the world right now. This week: Grant's legendary 8th grade Athlete of the Year moment, the glory and brutality of working in the service industry on Mother's Day, chafing in slacks, and why cruise ships are basically WALL-E in real life. Oh, and there's a new disease spreading from Argentinian rats — cool cool cool. We also get into the Monkey App, Scientology trolling conten...

This week, Mekaylay flips the script and puts co-host Grant in the hot seat for a special dating game show episode. Grant is 27, a sommelier, newly bald by choice, and — most importantly — very much single. Over the course of an hour, he walks through his ideal first date, what he's looking for in a partner, how he cooks for someone he's trying to impress, and why he needs an emotional connection before anything physical. He's thoughtful, surprisingly self-aware, a little self-deprecating, and genuinely ready to find his person. If you've ever wanted to know what Grant brings to the tabl...

This week on Sober Not Sober, Grant and Mekaylay tackle two very old things: a 10-year-old Tuscan Beef MRE purchased from the USS Iowa gift shop nearly a decade ago, and a 20-year-old bottle of Cucamonga Valley Zinfandel from Temecula. Spoiler: the cracker tasted like gym socks, the coffee was basically hot water, and the wine was corked. A sommelier and a recovering alcoholic suffering through expired military rations is exactly the content you didn't know you needed. Also on this episode: 🪖 Shouts out to the soldiers — we respect the sacrifice even more now 🌏 Is China actually ahead of us? Gran...

Grant and Mekaylay are back in the studio (Harley & Domino are running the booth as always) for another hour-plus of the kind of conversation you didn't know you needed. This week: the boys debate whether civilization could have ever functioned without money — and somehow make a compelling argument. JD Vance gets roasted for being the most obvious political flip-flopper in recent memory. Trump posts an AI picture of himself as Jesus and people are actually mad about it for the wrong reasons. The Epstein files get brought up (allegedly). And Grant has a Plan Z that ends with him in...

Grant and Mekaylay are back with a brand new setup — broadcasting from the West Coast studio in Burbank as they work toward building out their full multi-city operation. In Episode 30, we dive into what we'd actually do with unlimited free time (spoiler: neither of them really knows), Grant's new job and surprisingly relaxed schedule, the ongoing saga of his $120/month water delivery he still hasn't canceled, and his long-overdue discovery of what a 401k actually is. The episode goes sideways in the best way possible — Mekaylay accidentally knocked a bird's nest out of a tree during yard work, a myst...

This week on Sober Not Sober — Grant and Mekaylay are back and nothing is off limits. The duo dives deep into what it really means to have genuine people in your corner when life gets hard, sparked by a conversation about a legendary athlete going through one of the most public rough patches of his career — addiction, back surgeries, DUIs, and the question of whether the people around him are actually showing up. Grant breaks down a wild HBO documentary that goes inside the rise and fall of one of the greatest athletes of all time — Navy SEAL training that d...

We hit 100 subscribers and we're coming for Mr. Beef — I mean, Mr. Beast. In this episode: Mekaylays Adopted childs friends leaves a pile of sardines on her doorstep (the Chens energy hits different), Grant gets told he looks exactly like a McDonald's drive-thru worker's dad, and we somehow end up debating who's most ready to get after it between Prince and Freddie Mercury. Plus: Grant accidentally flags our last video on YouTube with an inappropriate title, we shout out a dark artist with a killer Memento Mori piece, and we spiral into Beatles discourse, celebrity couples, and whether Ringo is...

Grant and Mekaylay are back for another beautiful hour of unfiltered conversation. This week: Mekaylay watched a movie that ruined his perfect Saturday (spoiler: it wasn't good), and Grant recommends The Master — a 2012 cult classic with one of the greatest acting scenes ever put on screen. They also get into Ozzy Osbourne's powerful solo track "Under the Graveyard," the final season of Peaky Blinders, why GTA 6 might be the only game worth pre-ordering, the new Jujutsu Kaisen season that's apparently been Tarantino-fied, and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms — the Game of Thrones spinoff Mekaylay says you NEED to watc...

We are back for another chaotic episode of SoberNotSober — the podcast where one of them is sober and one of them very much is not. This week: a pug named Gizmo eats 30-50 ibuprofen pills (thanks to a cat heist), a grandpa interrupts a business meeting to show off his $2 bill collection, and the guys go deep on World War I, shell shock, PTSD, and how Peaky Blinders actually got it right. Plus: rehab, recovery, the disease of addiction, and what it means to be "hanging by a thread." Also: French Canadian band discourse, Punch the Monkey (you need to...

Mekaylay and Grant are back with another wild ride through life's randomness. This week: Mekaylay recounts his Northern Arizona cabin weekend that turned into an impromptu raptor show experience featuring eagles with 600 PSI grip strength, the smartest crow you've ever seen, and an Aplamado Hawk that can fly through vineyard rows upside down. But first, they stumble into what might be a hoarder hoarder house disguised as an antique shop, complete with a creepy basement. The conversation spirals (as always) into uncomfortable wine walk encounters about addiction and religion, why God isn't a requirement for sobriety, and Mekaylay's 4-year...

Grant got a promotion and Mekaylay had to see the doctor—so naturally, we spent an hour talking about everything BUT that. This week: Grant celebrates his new job while simultaneously wishing unemployment on a coffee shop worker. We dive deep into famous functional alcoholics (Winston Churchill's breakfast whiskey, Stephen King's blackout novels, and Steven Spurrier's lifetime wine commitment). Harley gets called out for saying "Alan and the Chipmunks," and we can't let it go. Then things take a turn when we compare every horrifying physical exam technique we've experienced—from the "baby bird" method to the full grip-and-twist. If y...

Today we're doing the 3 Mystery Items from Home and let's just say... the items we brought reveal A LOT about us. One of them is from a dead animal. One has been moved between apartments for 20+ years. And one involves Grant's dad in the most wholesome way possible. But the mystery items are just the start. This episode spirals into: Grant discovering his parents' pros and cons list about whether to have him (spoiler: there was a #1 concern) Mekaylay's traumatic recurring childhood nightmare featuring a beloved children's character turned murderer Restaurant industry horror stories that will make you never...

DISCLAIMER: Anything conspiracy theory related is a JOKE and not to be taken seriously. Grant and Mekaylay dive deep into their wildest high school stories, starting with McKayla's suspension for showing up to class reeking of weed (with rolling papers and a condom to boot). Grant counters with his legendary party bust where he outsmarted a breathalyzer six times and walked away as the only person without charges. The conversation takes a sharp turn into history as Grant breaks down the Opium Wars - how Britain literally got China addicted to heroin to fix a trade deficit, leading to...

Welcome back to another chaotic episode of Sober Not Sober! Grant (sommelier, still drinking) and Mekaylay (still sober) dive into: 🍷 Wine Shop Survival Guide - Grant shares his rules for buying wine without annoying your local sommelier, including why "Sancerre is just Sauvignon Blanc" and why your sulfite sensitivity is probably BS 👵 Customer Stories - Meet Linda (the inappropriate wine shop regular) and hear the wildest thing she said to customers Courtney and Jordan 🐋 Orca Fact of the Week - How killer whales absolutely demolish sunfish with coordinated attacks 🥞 The Great Pancake Debate - Grant reveals his controversial pancake-eating technique an...

We missed last week's upload because we lost the audio from our recording (Episode 20 and we FINALLY had our first technical failure - honestly surprised it took this long). BUT we're back with our FIRST EVER double cam setup! New backgrounds, new angles, same stupidity. In this episode: 💧 Grant reveals he's been spending $120/month ($1,100+ per year) on water delivery... when he could've been spending $15/month filling up jugs himself. We called Mekaylay’s mom live to confirm he's an idiot. 🚫 Mekaylay gets kicked out of an Old Town bar for wearing slides... while the bouncer has a wrinkled shirt and they...

Welcome back! In this episode, Grant and Mekaylay are joined by their longtime friend Taylor for a wild conversation covering everything from haircuts and balding to the Dallas Cowboys, Arizona drug culture, and philosophical debates about wine snobbery. Side note we were not expecting to have a guest on the show yet so we only have 2 Mic’s still and had to make due! With that being said extra time went into editing this episode to provide the best audio quality we could with Mekaylay and Taylor sharing a microphone. Stay tuned next time we have a guest we wi...

Welcome back to Sober. Not Sober! In this episode, Grant (the industry pro who’s not sober) and Mekaylay (rocking nearly four years sober) dive into the ultimate showdown: Alcoholic vs. Sommelier. We kick off the new year with laughs, real talk, and a few wild stories about sobriety, social life, and the ever-changing alcohol industry. We get honest about the ups and downs of being sober, the social pressures, and how friendships evolve. Grant shares insights from his years in the industry, while Mekaylay opens up about life after rehab and the realities of staying sober in a wo...

Thank you all for showing up and showing love for the last quarter of 2025! We are just getting started and are excited to see what 2026 has in store for us. We will be dark for next week so we can have a little time to play catch up and try to stay ahead of the curve going into the new year. Stay tuned we have more upgrades for the pod in the works! Thank you again and have a merry christmas and a happy new year. Get ready for a holiday episode like no other! This week on Sober...

In this episode of "Sober, Not Sober," Grant and Mekaylay dive deep into the wild, complicated legacy of the Godfather of Soul—James Brown. From his humble beginnings in Augusta, Georgia, to his rise as one of the most influential (and sampled) artists in music history, the crew unpacks the highs, the lows, and the downright bizarre moments that defined Brown’s life. Expect candid banter, hilarious personal stories, and a no-holds-barred look at separating the art from the artist. Plus, the hosts share behind-the-scenes podcast upgrades, shout out loyal listeners, and tease what’s coming next. Whether you’re a fun...

PLEASE READ ⬇️ We’ve been trying to get rid of the 2 hour and 23 minute time stamp on our videos, with that we’ve run into some small but noticeable technical issues. The first 8-10 seconds are off sync with the video and audio but the rest of the video synced back to where it should be! The constant auto focus will be gone by episode 16 aswell. Please bear with us as we figure these issues out we are still very new! Come bac friday too we have an our first bonus elisode coming to you then aswell! Thanks! Welcome back to...

Get ready for another episode of SoberNotSober! This week, we dive deep into the hilarious chaos of sobriety vs. not-so-sober living, spill the tea on tattoo regrets (and why some of us are still ink-free), and debate whether marching band is actually a cult. (It Is) But that’s just the beginning—join us as we roast the worst tattoos in Colorado, share our most embarrassing sports takes, and go down the rabbit hole of conspiracy theories, cults, and true crime. Plus, you’ll hear untold stories about bullying, awkward boat rides, and the secrets behind our favorite (and least...

Welcome to the most chaotic Friendsgiving you’ll ever witness! In this Thanksgiving special, Mekaylay (sober) and Grant (not so sober) invite you to their table for a feast of laughter, real talk, and unforgettable stories. Watch as they navigate the ups and downs of preparing a massive turkey, reminisce about their wildest holiday memories, and share the quirks of their own Thanksgiving traditions. From stuffing mishaps to unexpected family drama, nothing is off-limits—except taking things too seriously. If you love genuine friendship, hilarious banter, and a little bit of holiday madness, you’re in the right place. Grab a...

It’s Grant’s birthday, and things get wild on this episode of Sober Not Sober! 🎉 Mekaylay and Grant dive into hilarious age mix-ups (why does everyone think Grant is 45?!), swap stories about looking old before their time, and debate the difference between games and sports (is golf really a sport?). Plus, the crew celebrates their very first sponsor, shares some truly unhinged tales from rehab and birthdays past, and even gets into skinwalkers, wild animal encounters, and the best (and worst) pastries. There’s cake, chaos, and plenty of laughs—plus, Harley finally gets a mic! Don’t miss the most...

Buckle up for a wild ride in this episode of Sober, Not Sober! Mekaylay and Grant dive headfirst into a chaotic roast of pop culture, debating the most punchable villains (Draco Malfoy vs. King Joffrey), confessing to questionable gas station wallet ethics, and reliving a jet ski accident that defies medical logic. But that’s just the start—get ready for hot takes on Italian food snobs, the great mayonnaise debate, haunted house stories, and a crash course in Skinwalkers, tripe, and Arizona wildlife. If you love unfiltered banter, hilarious would-you-rathers, and stories that go off the rails, you’re in...

Welcome to Episode 10 of Sober. Not Sober.—our special “Top 10 Everything” showdown! 🏆 In this milestone episode, Grant and Mekaylay go head-to-head, ranking their top 10 favorites across a wild range of categories: sports teams, animals, musicians, TV shows, foods, athletes, and podcasts. Expect passionate debates, hilarious banter, and some seriously hot takes! Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Banter 05:00 – Top 10 Sports Teams 15:00 – Top 10 Animals 25:00 – Top 10 Musicians 35:00 – Top 10 TV Shows 45:00 – Top 10 Foods 55:00 – Top 10 Athletes 1:05:00 – Top 10 Podcasts 1:15:00 – Final Thoughts & Outro Which picks do you agree with? What did we get totally wrong? Drop your own top 10s in the comments! 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! 🔔 Hit the bell so yo...

🎃 Welcome to the wildest Halloween episode of Sober Not Sober! 🎃 This week, Mekaylay (sober) and Grant (not sober) go all out for a Halloween special you won’t forget. Costumes? Check. Chaos? Double check. Watch as Grant transforms into Guy Fieri and Mekaylay becomes a Demon Slayer, and the two dive into hilarious stories, Halloween memories, and some truly questionable hot takes. We talk favorite costumes, trick-or-treat fails, candy rankings, and what it really means to “slay your demons.” Plus, there’s plenty of laughter, a few surprises, and a whole lot of Halloween spirit. 👻 Don’t forget to like, comment, and...

We finally got a backdrop for this episode and have uploaded in 4K we hope these small improvements are helping the quality and experience of our videos! Buckle up for one of our wildest episodes yet! This week, we dive into the chaos of drive-thru drama, share the legend of the Schlotzky’s Sandwich King, and swap stories about petting zoos, rumors, and the art of the perfect sandwich. From hilarious fast food confessions to the secrets behind starting (and surviving) wild rumors, nothing is off-limits. We’re talking petting zoos at wedding receptions, drive-thru disasters, and the unforgettable empl...

Welcome to the most unhinged episode of Sober, Not Sober yet! 🍷🤯 This week, Grant and Mekaylay go head-to-head in a science quiz showdown—can you beat their score? The laughs don’t stop as we dive into wine trivia, debate the “powerhouse of the cell,” and discover who really knows their Bordeaux from their Burgundy. But that’s just the beginning. We get real about religion, race, and the weirdest things we’ve seen in public (including a $10,000 bottle of booze and a crying stranger in the grocery store). Plus, you’ll hear the wild story of a dad who brings his weed...

We apologize for the audio we edited as much as we could, we are still learning! In this episode we go over daily vitamins, bigfoot and the rapture that was supposed to happen last week! Please give us a shot and follow along we have big plans ahead! Don't forget to like, Subscribe & Comment!