DJ Fat Tony: From Drug & Sex Addiction to “I’d Live This Life Again”

DJ Fat Tony: From Drug & Sex Addiction to “I’d Live This Life Again”

Author: Sarah Ann Macklin August 19, 2026 Duration: 1:34:41

Warning ⚠️ This episode contains strong language


This week I'm joined by Fat Tony, DJ, author and one of the most honest voices in British culture on addiction, identity and what it really means to find yourself after years of hiding.

We explore recovery, relationships, shame and what happens when you finally stop performing and start living.

Fat Tony is one of the UK's most iconic DJs, having shaped the sound of London's club scene for over three decades. He is the author of I Don't Take Requests, a raw and honest memoir about addiction, shame, sexuality and recovery. Known for his sharp wit and unapologetic honesty, Tony has become one of the most compelling voices on mental health, sobriety and self acceptance in British public life. He knows what it means to lose yourself completely and to find your way back.

What we explore together:

  • Why acceptance is so much more powerful than tolerance and what the difference really means

  • Why addiction is never really about the substance and what we are actually trying to fix

  • How Tony went from one addiction to another without realising it

  • What happened when Tony finally let love in and why he had always avoided it

  • The therapy breakthrough that changed everything and what his attraction patterns were really telling him

  • What Tony would say to anyone who feels like they have given up hope

  • Why Tony says he has never been happier in his life and what it took to get there

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There's a lot of noise out there about what it means to be healthy, and Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin cuts straight through it. Sarah Ann brings a grounded perspective shaped by both personal experience and formal study, moving beyond quick fixes to explore what sustainable wellness actually looks like. Each conversation in this podcast feels like a thoughtful exploration rather than a lecture, tackling the interconnected areas of holistic health, practical nutrition, and realistic lifestyle shifts. You'll hear from a range of insightful guests alongside Sarah Ann's own reflections, all aimed at making sense of the information overload. The tone is refreshingly human-this isn't about perfection, but about finding a smarter, more integrated approach to everyday living. Tuning into this podcast feels like gaining a knowledgeable, empathetic friend who believes that feeling well shouldn't feel like a constant struggle. It’s a space for anyone wanting to move past the confusion and cultivate a genuine sense of vitality that fits into a real, busy life.
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