Best Club Soda Podcasts (2024)

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The Next Round: Trina made a comeback 18:43

8M ago18:43

18:43

Trina Gulliver MBE is ten times world darts champion. But drinking nearly ended her career. Her sport did not disappoint her, though - with the help of Sporting Chance, the charity founded by Ex-footballer Tony Adams, she got the help she needed to make a comeback. In this week's episode of The Next Round, we find that what comes next may be more o…

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The Next Round: Helen became a Champion 22:37

8M ago22:37

22:37

Helen Tomlinson is the UK's menopause champion, a role she does alongside her full-time job. And in this episode of the next round, she shares her experience of quitting alcohol during menopause. Like any sales industry, alcohol has traditionally been a big part of the recruitment sector. But as she got older, Helen was feeling the effects of alcoh…

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The Next Round: Hari is taking on The Festivals! 15:57

9M ago15:57

15:57

Running a hospitality venue is stressful - but Hari saw the benefits of quitting drinking really quickly. She has now kitted out a horse box to take her hotel's incredible drinks range to events and festivals. She just has to get through the door first! Welcome to the next round. In this series, we talk to people who have changed their drinking to …

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The Next Round: Lucy became an Artist 22:38

9M ago22:38

22:38

Lucy got to the point where she was finally ready to change her drinking - but she laid her personal development groundwork first. Changing her drinking gave Lucy the confidence she needed to share her art and build a community. Welcome to the next round. Where we discover what people did next after knocking booze on the head, from trying fun chall…

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The Next Round: Piers tried stand-up comedy 28:58

9M ago28:58

28:58

It’s like Piers Burnell is 21 again. He is always busy with new creative projects. But when he tried his hand at stand-up comedy - he did not do that alone. And he is passionate about everyone finding what they love once they have given up booze. In this week's episode of the Next Round, meet Piers Burnell: Radio Marlow presenter, drama teacher and…

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The Next Round: Justin set up a business 24:17

9M ago24:17

24:17

Ex-professional athlete and restauranteur Justin Bone hit rock bottom. But you wouldn't know that to hear him now. He has new business ideas aplenty. Justin is a man on a mission. Fitness was at the core of his recovery, but it was his excitement for business and new ideas that kept him going. In this episode of the Next Found, he talks about his l…

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The Next Round: Ellie created a podcast 27:34

10M ago27:34

27:34

Ellie Gibson is a journalist, broadcaster and comedian. And yes, she explored her drinking habits by sharing her story with special guests, on a podcast. One half of Scummy Mummies, Ellie has been podcasting for over ten years. But what made her reflect on her changing drinking? In this episode, we talk wrestling names, drinking and podcasting. Som…

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The Next Round: George's performance got a boost 36:52

10M ago36:52

36:52

George Anderson has been into fitness all his life. He has even made a career from it. But it wasn't until his late thirties he finally realised quitting alcohol was the missing piece of his performance goals. The aspect he found the hardest was socialising - but just like fitness - practice makes perfect. Host of the Next Round, Laura Willoughby, …

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The Next Round: Ben swam 21 miles 30:24

10M ago30:24

30:24

In the latest episode of the Next Round, Laura meets Ben Tuff. Ben may not have swum much as a kid, but he recently completed a 21-mile swim around Jamestown, something he would never have done if he had not quit drinking in 2012. Ben Tuff was a teacher, father, husband and secret drinker. Swimming long distances became his thing, and Matt Corliss …

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The Next Round: Emma became a Club DJ 29:35

10M ago29:35

29:35

In the latest episode of The Next Round, Laura talks to Emma Baron, one third of the day club House of Happiness. Emma reached back to her teenage passion when she gave up drinking - but it took some suggestion from a therapist to get her there. Understanding that she dealt with her emotions through alcohol was another key factor in helping her qui…

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The Next Round: Kayla wrote a book 47:46

10M ago47:46

47:46

In the latest episode of the Next Round, Laura talks to Kayla Lyons. Kayla is the author of Soberish, a non-judgemental guide to help millennials and Gen Z create a relationship with alcohol that works for them using evidence-based tools and expert advice. We have also reviewed Soberish on our website. What's next for you after you change your drin…

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The Next Round: David launched an alcohol free wine 29:13

11M ago29:13

29:13

In this new podcast series from Club Soda, Laura Willoughby meets people who've changed their drinking and discovered new passion and purpose. In this first episode, Laura talks to David Hodgson, founder of Zeno Wines. David shares how his background in the wine industry influenced his drinking habits, and how his commitment to sobriety informs his…

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Beyond Booze bonus: NYC edition part 2 25:41

11M ago25:41

25:41

What's happening for mindful drinkers in NYC? Beyond Booze went on tour to find out. In this week's special bonus episode of Beyond Booze, Noah chats with Aqxyl Storms, founder of Minus Moonshine, a non-alcoholic bottle shop in Brooklyn's Prospect Heights. For more on mindful drinking in New York, check out last week's episode with Shea Gomez of No…

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Beyond Booze bonus: NYC edition 1:24:47

11M ago1:24:47

1:24:47

In a special bonus episode, Noah Villeneuve reports on his summer adventures in the USA. Following his visit to Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans, he spent time exploring the mindful drinking scene in New York City. Noah is joined for this special episode by co-host and Club Soda co-founder Laura Willoughby. He interviews Shea Gomez of No Booze …

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Beyond Booze: Lauren Paylor LP O'Brien and Alex Jump, Focus On Health 1:16:19

1y ago1:16:19

1:16:19

In the Beyond Booze season finale, Noah meets Netflix Drink Masters champion LP O'Brien and her co-founder Alex Jump, the forces behind Focus on Health. Focus on Health offers health and wellness training in the drinks and hospitality industry. Both LP and Alex have built formidable reputations in the drinks industry, and their joint venture was bo…

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Beyond Booze: Imme Ermgassen, Botivo 37:12

1y ago37:12

37:12

Episode 13 of Beyond Booze features Imme Ermgassen, co-founder of Botivo. Prior to trying and falling in love with the complexity of Botivo, Imme was the last person anyone expected to rave about a non-alcoholic drink. Coming from a background in consumer strategy and insight, Imme has become a fierce advocate for healthy hedonism. Botivo is breaki…

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Beyond Booze: Ian Blessing, All The Bitter 1:15:08

1y ago1:15:08

1:15:08

Creator of All The Bitter, Ian Blessing, is Noah's guest for episode 12 of Beyond Booze. Ian and his wife Carly met while working together as sommeliers at one of the world's finest three Michelin-star restaurants, The French Laundry, in Napa Valley. After having kids, they decided that alcohol wasn't in their plan anymore, and immersed themselves …

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Beyond Booze: Luke Boase, Lucky Saint 55:36

1y ago55:36

55:36

Lucky Saint founder Luke Boase is our guest for episode 11 of Beyond Booze. Luke's journey to creating Lucky Saint started with two simple questions. How do you make a great-tasting alcohol-free beer? And how do you build a brand that will attract people? After two years of development, Lucky Saint launched in 2018. Luke's dogged determination to L…

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Beyond Booze: Derek Brown, Positive Damage Inc 53:18

1y ago53:18

53:18

Inspirational bartender, writer and wellness coach Derek Brown is our guest for episode 10 of Beyond Booze. Derek began work as a bartender in 2000. He went on to establish The Columbia Room, an award-winning bar that shaped Washington DC's cocktail culture for over a decade. Derek's personal relationship with alcohol took a turn following the birt…

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Beyond Booze: Adrian Hodgson, REAL Drinks 42:10

1y ago42:10

42:10

Episode 9 of Beyond Booze explores the magic of camellia sinensis with Adrian Hodgson of REAL Drinks. Adrian's PhD studies focused on the health benefits of tea. Looking for an alternative to wine, he set up REAL with his co-founder David Begg to find complexity in drinks through non-alcoholic fermentation. The result is REAL's range of sparkling t…

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Beyond Booze: Dash Lilley, Three Spirit 55:12

1y ago55:12

55:12

Dash Lilley of Three Spirit talks to Noah Villeneuve on this week's episode of Beyond Booze. Dash has been developing drinks brands since 2012 and created Three Spirit in 2018. Fascinated by the functional benefits of food and drink, and wanting to avoid alcohol, Three Spirit was created to offer a mood-enhancing alternative. In this interview, Das…

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Beyond Booze: Amanda Thomson, Thomson & Scott 38:35

1y ago38:35

38:35

This week on Beyond Booze, we meet Amanda Thomson, the creator of Noughty alcohol-free wines. Amanda founded her company Thomson & Scott following a career in broadcasting and the arts. Loving the buzz of champagne, she set out to create alcohol-free alternatives. The company now has a portfolio of alcohol-free wines. In her interview with Noah Vil…

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Beyond Booze: Davide Segat, NoMad London 35:32

1y ago35:32

35:32

On this week's Beyond Booze, Noah Villeneuve explores life as a sober bartender with Davide Segat. Born in Venice, Davide came to London in 2003, working in bars and restaurants. After a lucky break into luxury hotels, he's built a career as a highly respected hospitality professional. But when his social drinking tipped into using alcohol to cope,…

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Beyond Booze: Ellie Webb, Caleño 32:02

1y ago32:02

32:02

Ellie Webb, the creator of alcohol-free spirit Caleño, is Noah Villeneuve's guest this week for episode 5 of Beyond Booze. Ellie was working for an alcohol company and doing dry January when inspiration for her solo business struck her. Inspired by the vibrant colours of Colombia, she created Caleño with an emphasis on fun. And having pushed on thr…

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Beyond Booze: Chris Wilfred Hughes, Wilfred's 44:23

1+ y ago44:23

44:23

Episode 4 of Beyond Booze introduces Chris Wilfred Hughes, creator of Wilfred’s Aperitif. Chris had always been passionate about creating drinks and eventually turned his hobby into a business. Wilfred’s is a carefully crafted blend of natural rosemary, bitter orange, rhubarb and clove to create an unusual but unmistakably British drink. Subscribe …

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Beyond Booze: Louise Avery, L.A Brewery 39:12

1+ y ago39:12

39:12

L.A Brewery was founded on Louise Avery’s love of flavour, foraging and fermentation while seeking a healthier and more delicious drink. In episode 3 of Beyond Booze, Louise talks to host Noah Villeneuve about how she first discovered kombucha while travelling and fell in love with the taste, finding it was the first drink that satisfied her cravin…

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Beyond Booze: James Edis, New London Light 32:20

1+ y ago32:20

32:20

Episode two of Beyond Booze is all about New London Light, as Noah Villeneuve meets James Edis. New London Light is a collection of three non-alcoholic spirits and aperitifs led by taste and inspired by adventure. Marking the start of Salcombe Distilling Co.’s adventure into the non-alcoholic world, their non-alcoholic spirit First Light launched w…

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Beyond Booze: Camille Vidal, La Maison Wellness 49:33

1+ y ago49:33

49:33

In episode one of Beyond Booze, Noah Villeneuve talks to mindful drinking expert Camille Vidal of La Maison Wellness. Cami is on a mission to inspire the world to bring mindfulness into the glass, showing that tasty doesn’t have to be boozy. She founded La Maison Wellness in 2018, giving her a platform to advocate for mindful drinking and inspire p…

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Beyond Booze season opener and overview 19:01

1+ y ago19:01

19:01

Beyond Booze is a new podcast series from Club Soda exploring the world's best alcohol-free drinks. In this week's season opener, host Noah Villeneuve talks to Club Soda co-founder Dru Jaeger about his experience in the drinks industry. And together, they take a look ahead at what's coming up on Beyond Booze. Week by week, you'll learn more about a…

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Beyond Booze is coming soon 3:45

1+ y ago3:45

3:45

Beyond Booze is a new podcast series from Club Soda exploring the world's best alcohol-free drinks. Hosted by Noah Villeneuve, who heads the cocktail programme at our Drury Lane Tasting Room, Beyond Booze introduces the amazing humans behind some of the best alcohol-free drinks on the market today. Week by week, you'll hear more about how their dri…

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The Club Soda podcast is taking a break, but we'll be back 3:33

1+ y ago3:33

3:33

We're taking a short break from the Club Soda podcast. If you've been a regular listener, thank you so much for your support. This podcast wouldn’t be possible without you. Lots of exciting things are coming soon, though. Right now, Noah Villeneuve is working on a new podcast series exploring alcohol-free drinks. He’ll be talking to beer, wine and …

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Mark Wong of Impossibrew on redefining alcohol-free options 30:19

1+ y ago30:19

30:19

On this week's podcast, the wonderful Yasmin Spark interviews Mark Wong, founder of the most relaxing of alcohol-free options, Impossibrew. You'll remember Club Soda friend Yasmin from her takeover of the Club Soda podcast for Black History Month last October. She interviewed so many amazing people that we couldn't fit them all into our schedule, b…

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Club Soda Drink Special Podcast: Paul Mathew from Everleaf 48:24

1+ y ago48:24

48:24

Looking for a cocktail conversation that really hits the spot? This week, resident Club Soda mixologist and cocktail expert Noah Villeneuve talks to Paul Mathew from Everleaf in our first-ever Club Soda drink special podcast. Paul is a biologist by background before he got into making delicious AF drinks. He's created this incredible drink Everleaf…

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Lou Lebentz: What's next after you've changed your drinking? 57:28

1+ y ago57:28

57:28

Club Soda co-founder Dru met the fantastic Lou Lebentz at a festival panel last summer and was drawn to her openness and warmth. Lou is a therapist, trauma specialist, and speaker who, due to her own experiences with addiction both professionally and personally, has some great lessons and insights to share. With 15 years of sobriety under her belt,…

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Callum Hughes on celebrating pub culture alongside sobriety in his new show, Thirst 58:31

1+ y ago58:31

58:31

For actor, writer, and singer Callum Hughes, pub culture has often gone alongside his working and personal life. Having had time to contemplate and write his new show, Thirst, during Covid isolation, Callum realised that he had the opportunity to tell his unique story of addressing his problematic relationship with alcohol while also celebrating th…

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Gillian Bennett: Sugar cravings when you change your drinking 57:59

1+ y ago57:59

57:59

At Club Soda, we love nothing more than lively discussions in our Facebook group about the stuff that matters most to our community. One topic that we've noticed comes up often is that of sugar cravings, weight loss, and mindful eating alongside mindful drinking. On this week's podcast, our content writer, Anja Madhvani, had a wonderful conversatio…

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Cat Sims: Not so smug now about alcohol 1:14:58

1+ y ago1:14:58

1:14:58

When our team heard that Cat Sims of Not So Smug Now Insta fame had given up drinking, it was just another reason to love the blunt, topical, and frankly hilarious influencer. We couldn't wait to have her on our podcast to talk about alcohol, parenting, public personas, and how to have a private life when you're a social media star. Club Soda co-fo…

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The Club Soda team: planning for Christmas 29:17

1+ y ago29:17

29:17

In our last episode before Christmas, we're excited to introduce you to the newest members of Club Soda, our Tasting Room team. They've joined us recently as we began planning for Christmas in a new retail venue, and this fantastic bunch is helping to run the bar, Tasting Room, and everything else that goes with being in a shop environment. This ti…

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Nicola Price: Remember to breathe this Christmas 51:08

1+ y ago51:08

51:08

We're in the run-up to Christmas with a week and a bit away until Christmas day, and many people are starting to feel stressed about Christmas. This week on the podcast, we're talking to the lovely Nicola Price. Nicola's work is to teach people to breathe and connect with the breath during stressful times. She's been alcohol-free for a long time, a…

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Jo Ferbrache: Rising to the challenge of change 1:08:03

1+ y ago1:08:03

1:08:03

As we approach the New Year, some of us might be thinking about challenging ourselves to a month off drinking. Some of us might have been moderating and fancy a change, or maybe January is the excuse we've been looking for to take the plunge. The challenge of taking time out from our problem drinking can be daunting. Today's podcast guest, Jo Ferbr…

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Laura and Dru: How to pick an alcohol-free drink 46:04

1+ y ago46:04

46:04

This week's podcast is a little break from the norm as Club Soda founders Laura and Dru chat about how to pick the perfect alcohol-free drink. Of course, this conversation is really about the fact that we've opened a brand new shop and tasting rooms in the West End, and we want to tell you all about it! So if you're looking for experts to help you …

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Jonny Stevens on navigating alcohol-free drinks 42:40

1+ y ago42:40

42:40

This is a special podcast for our podcast listeners in the United States. It's Black Friday in the US, and yesterday was one of the biggest celebrations of the year, Thanksgiving. As we know, wherever you are in the world, big celebrations can also mean being surrounded by alcohol. This can be the start of a tricky time of year for those of us who …

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Sarah Williamson: From active moderation to alcohol-free 31:29

1+ y ago31:29

31:29

Active moderation is a hotly debated topic within our community: does it work, is it achievable, and how do people sustain moderation as a tool for problem drinking? The journey to changing our drinking can be different for everyone, and at Club Soda, we welcome everyone’s journey and everyone’s approach. We’re excited to welcome guest podcaster an…

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Anit Chatrath: Life beyond dependence on alcohol 46:09

1+ y ago46:09

46:09

When Anit joined Club Soda’s Facebook group in March 2018, he already had 2 years of experience in keeping his dependence on alcohol at bay. But Anit, known in our group as Hove Kal-El, didn’t just get control over his binge drinking issues. In his own words, ‘I'm a firm believer that the party doesn't stop just because you're alcohol-free. It just…

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Kate and Mandy from Love Sober on their new book 'Love Your Sober Year' 1:04:04

1+ y ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Our podcast guests this week are no strangers to the mindful drinking world. Kate Baily and Mandy Manners, also known as Love Sober, are expert podcasters, alcohol recovery coaches, and well-known social media faces in the sobriety sphere. We're delighted to welcome them back to the podcast to talk about their second book release, 'Love Your Sober …

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Lazarus Letcher on getting sober, making music and reconnecting with community 1:01:48

2y ago1:01:48

1:01:48

Lazarus Letcher is a musician, writer and academic who draws on their experiences living as a Black, queer, trans, sober person in America. This conversation with guest podcast host Yasmin Spark explores Laz's experience of getting sober and connecting with their ancestral history. And they discuss the power of music-making without alcohol, from vi…

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Dina Basharahil and the discourse around Black Muslims during Black History Month 36:30

2y ago36:30

36:30

Our fourth of five episodes of the Club Soda podcast for Black History Month centers around Black Muslims, and how they're often left out of the discourse during Black History Month. Black Muslim entrepreneur Dina Basharahil talks to podcast host Yasmin Spark about why that is. This fascinating discussion also touches on being a non-drinker in your…

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Discovering sober joy with our Black History Month panel 42:09

2y ago42:09

42:09

Our Black History Month podcast takeover continues, and guest podcast host Yasmin Spark says that this episode was a joy to record. That's good to hear as our panelists, Bethany Irving, Michael Singh, and Rhondell Stabanna discuss discovering sober joy after changing their problem drinking habits. This cheerful episode features real-life stories fr…

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Staying sober in a world that's burning with Jason-Candid Knusel & Michael Adu 55:11

2y ago55:11

55:11

This week we're in the second part of a two-part podcast topic to kick off Black History Month. The subject is staying sober while the world is burning. If you missed last week's amazing interview with Valerie Mason-John, last week, make sure you catch up on the past podcasts and find it. In this episode, podcast takeover host Yasmin Spark speaks t…

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Staying sober in a world that's burning with Valerie Mason-John 53:21

2y ago53:21

53:21

October is Black History Month in the UK. This year, the fantastic Yasmin Spark has taken over our podcast. Over the next month, Yasmin speaks to an incredible array of inspirational guests, featuring stories from the Global majority about people and organizations that help people change their drinking in different ways. In this week's podcast take…

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