Adrian Chiles Opens Up About Personal Drinking Journey | Swift Half with Snowdon
Adrian Chiles joins Christopher Snowdon on another episode of Swift Half, delving into the nuances of alcohol consumption and the societal norms surrounding it. From his previous encounter on Panorama to candid discussions about personal drinking habits, Chiles provides insight into his own journey with alcohol and the societal pressures that shape our attitudes toward drinking.
In this engaging conversation, Chiles reflects on his experiences and shares anecdotes from his documentary "Drinkers Like Me," shedding light on the complexities of alcohol dependence and social drinking. With Snowdon's expertise in lifestyle economics and Chiles' broadcasting experience, the discussion navigates through topics such as drinking guidelines, labeling, anti-alcohol lobby and the cultural significance of alcohol in our lives.
Join Snowdon and Chiles as they unravel the layers of the drinking culture, challenging perceptions and offering thought-provoking perspectives on moderation, societal norms, and personal choices. Tune in to Swift Half for a conversation that goes beyond the surface, exploring the intersection of policy, lifestyle, and personal freedom.
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Thanks for having this conversation.
I've seen 'Drinkers Like Me' several times in recent years as I continue my journey towards eliminating alcohol from my life. I guess, unlike Adrian, I've got plenty of drinking capacity left in me. I didn't really start drinking at all until I was in my 40s (spent my life up to then too dedicated to fitness and training for distance running, always ate well, always maintained healthy weight and blood pressure, etc). Things started going up a bit from then on. But even at my worst time, I've never got much higher than 80 units a week (most per day was a bottle of scotch), have never had any serious side effects, and have had prolonged periods (three months last year) when I haven't touched a drop. Even now, having started drinking again, I'll often go several days without alcohol. But I do have a 'capacity' for it in other ways - and when I'm on a roll with it, I can drink until I pass out. And there is alcoholism in my family, on the male side. I still eat well and healthily, I'm still a healthy weight, I still have normal blood pressure, and I still keep physically fit with cycling and walking. But I know that drinkers can always kid themselves with the old 'I'm nothing like that' line. I'm 65 now, so another factor against me is the natural ageing and lowering of function of organs like the liver and kidneys. I've often thought about having a fibroscan to see what degree of damage there is. Bottom line... I know that alcohol has the capacity, with me, to do far more harm than good. So it's great to see interviews like this to get some 'sober' reminders, and prods towards quitting again. Thanks so much for this. (PS Interesting to also have seen a documentary recently where Richard Burton said that his 'serious' daily drinking only started when he opened the third bottle of spirits!)
Good video!!!
Great interview, but way too short.
You are kidding yourselves on guys, using every excuse in the book. You're still drinking too much. How you can drink at all Adrian after the liver damage was shown to you is because you have an alcohol problem.