Derailed: Episode 45: Alan Ford - "The gift of sobriety is peace of mind"

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Radio and TV presenter Alan Ford is warning many of us have the wrong idea about what an alcoholic looks like.

As part of our mental health series this October , we sat down with Alan to find out about his journey to sobriety.

HOT1027's Tara Penny has more …
25 Oct English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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