Are you afraid the fun will end when you quit drinking? Are you nervous about what you will drink instead of your favorite alcoholic beverage? Welcome to the Thriving Alcohol-Free podcast with Deb, the Mocktail Mom. This is the place for delightful conversations about non-alcoholic cocktails and the joy of sober living. We celebrate authentic freedom of life without alcohol. There are many great podcasts about getting sober, but in this podcast, we will focus on the delicious world of non-al ...
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EP 82 Life, Loss, and Becoming A Mocktail Author With Derick Santiago
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Send me a text message about the show! I'm so thrilled to have Derick Santiago back on the podcast today. Derick, one of my favorite guests and an all-around fabulous human, is here to share more of his inspiring alcohol-free journey. If you haven’t listened to our first episode together, I highly encourage you to go and listen to more of his story…
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EP 81 Breaking Free From Mommy Wine Culture With Hadley Sorensen
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Send me a text message about the show! Hey friends, I’m thrilled to have Hadley Sorensen with me on the podcast, author of The Dirty Truth on Social Drinking, mom of three boys, and a lifelong runner. Sparked by social awkwardness at 14, Hadley found solace in alcohol and became quite the social drinker into adulthood. But it was the pressures of m…
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EP 80 Using Tea and Kombucha In Functional Mixology with Lila Volkas
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Send me a text message about the show! Ready to transform your approach to non-alcoholic beverages? Join me for a delightful chat with Lila Volkas, a certified nutrition consultant and mixologist who is on a mission to make nutrition and mixology fun and easy to understand through her engaging public and corporate workshops. Since 2012, she's been …
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EP 79 Unlocking Mindful Drinking With Ian Andersen of Sunnyside
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Send me a text message about the show! I am thrilled to have as my latest guest, Ian Andersen, co-founder of Sunnyside which is the top alcohol moderation app available. Many people shy away from total sobriety, but still want help to cut back on drinking. Friends, Sunnyside is here to help! They aim to provide a supportive environment for those wh…
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EP 78 Meet Abbie Jean: A Recovering Alcoholic and Sober TikTok Sensation
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Send me a text message about the show! I am beyond excited because we have the fabulous Abbie Jean from TikTok joining us. If you're on TikTok and not following her yet, what are you even doing? Abbie Jean, famous for her fun coffee drinks, amazing nail art, and those adorable accents, has been rocking sobriety for five years. She started sharing h…
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EP 77 Fighting the Stigma of Sobriety With Courtney of Discovering Mocktails
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Send me a text message about the show! Have you ever wondered how one person's journey can ignite a movement? Join me as I share my conversation with a truly inspiring guest all the way from Canada, Courtney Johnson of Discovering Mocktails. After hitting rock bottom in 2022, Courtney began her sober journey on January 1, 2023, and founded Discover…
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EP 76 Taking A Break From Alcohol: Jen Olafson’s Practical Approach
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Send me a text message about the show! Does the thought of going completely sober seem a bit wild or intimidating? Trust me, I get it—it can feel a bit embarrassing to even think about, especially when you’re hanging out with your drinking buddies. But I'm super excited to share this conversation with Jen Olafson because her approach to taking a br…
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Ep 75 How to Tap into Bravery With Jess From Joyus Non-alcoholic Wines
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Send me a text message about the show! Ever felt like everyone around you thinks you're a little crazy for chasing a dream? Join me for an inspiring chat with Jess from Joyous Non-Alcoholic Wines, where we dive into her incredible journey of bravery and determination. Jess started with just a few lackluster options in the non-alcoholic market and t…
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Ep 74 What It Means to Live Authentically Alcohol-Free With Josnelly Aponte
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Send me a text message about the show! In this episode of Thriving Alcohol-Free, I’m hanging out with the lovely Josnelly, from sunny Jacksonville, Florida. We first connected at the Mocktail Summit while making some delicious drinks, and ever since I’ve been anxious to get her on the show so I could get to know her and her heart behind living alco…
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EP 73 Holistic Rendezvous: Blair Horton’s Approach to Artistic Mocktails and Healthy Living
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Send me a text message about the show! Hey friends! In this episode, I sit down with the remarkable Blair Horton from Holistic Rendezvous, a holistic nutrition consultant, natural chef, and student of functional medicine, who is transforming the way we think about health and wellness. Blair’s journey is nothing short of inspiring as she opens up ab…
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EP 72 The WithCo Brand Journey with Cofounder Josh Ellis
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Send me a text message about the show! I had an absolute blast chatting with the amazing Josh Ellis, the co-founder of WithCo. If you haven’t heard of WithCo yet, you're in for a treat because they’re shaking up the beverage world with their all-natural mixers that are perfect for everyone—whether you're drinking alcohol or not! Josh's journey is n…
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EP 71 Crafting the Perfect Pour with Instagram's Mocktail Mo
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Send me a text message about the show! I'm thrilled to welcome the amazing Mocktail Mo to the show! Mo is a true pioneer in the mocktail scene and was one of the very first accounts I followed on my alcohol-free journey. After turning 45, Mo discovered she was struggling with alcohol intolerance and was forced to find an alternative way to enjoy so…
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EP 70 Brewing For A Better Tomorrow With Joe Chura of Go Brewing
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Send me a text message about the show! Ever wondered what it’s like to host David Goggins in your basement or kickstart a non-alcoholic beer revolution? Buckle up, because in this episode, I’m chatting with Joe Chura, the dynamic founder of Go Brewing, and he’s got some wild stories and inspiring insights to share! In our conversation, Joe opens up…
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EP 69 Finding Confidence In Your Alcohol-Free Life With Alyssa Heim
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Send me a text message about the show! Hey friends, buckle up because today I have Alyssa Heim from Talk The Mock on Instagram joining me! Alyssa's journey is one for the books – she'll be sharing how she conquered her rocky relationship with alcohol, embraced sobriety, and stumbled upon her love for mixology along the way. When she first embarked …
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EP 68 Sober or Soberish? Katie Nessel's Guide to Mindful Drinking
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Send me a text message about the show! Struggling with the decision to cut back or cut out alcohol can feel like an isolating battle, but it's a road well-traveled in our community. My latest guest is Katie Nessel from Soberish Mom who joins me in a conversation about mindful drinking and moderation. We share laughter and sober truths as Katie unfo…
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EP 67 New Brand Alert! Introducing Palace Beverages with Diana Panich
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Send me a text message about the show! In today’s episode, we’re chatting with Diana Panich, the tech guru turned non-alcoholic beverage trailblazer behind the newest brand, Palace Beverages. Since embracing sobriety in 2020, Diana's mission has been to create a beverage that's both fun and health-conscious. Palace Beverages is her brainchild, blen…
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EP 66 Joyful Drinking with Ellie Webb of Caleño Tropical NA Spirits
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Send me a text message about the show! My goal this year was to invite more brands onto the podcast and I am making it happen! I'm very excited to introduce Ellie Webb, the visionary behind Caleño, as we chat about her leap from the alcohol industry to pioneering the UK's non-alcoholic spirits realm. What started as an idea during a sobering Dry Ja…
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EP 65 Discovering The Pathfinder’s Hemp-Based Elixir with Kraig Rovensky
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Send me a text message about the show! In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Kraig Rovensky, representing The Pathfinder, a fermented and distilled hemp-based elixir that's taking the world by storm. In our discussion, he answers all your burning questions about this innovative product and sheds light on what makes The Pathfinder stand out in th…
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EP 64 How To Eat To Change How You Drink with Dr. Brooke Scheller Pt. 2
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Send me a text message about the show! We’re back to discuss functional sobriety in Part 2 of this amazing conversation with Dr. Brooke Scheller, a doctor of clinical nutrition, the founder of Functional Sobriety, and the author of How to Eat to Change How You Drink. In this episode, we are exploring the three different drinking archetypes and disc…
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EP 63 How To Eat To Change How You Drink with Dr. Brooke Scheller Pt. 1
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Send me a text message about the show! Have you ever pondered the powerful role your eating habits might play on your alcohol-free journey? My two-part conversation with Dr. Brooke Scheller is completely packed with valuable insights that could potentially transform your approach to wellness. Dr. Scheller is a doctor of clinical nutrition, the foun…
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EP 62 The BrewDog Approach to Non-Alcoholic Craft Beers with Jordan Shippee
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Send me a text message about the show! Get excited because I'm diving into the refreshing world of non-alcoholic craft beers with BrewDog's Jordan Shippee! BrewDog began in Scotland back in 2007 and has expanded like crazy all over the world. Jordan, a BrewDog Sales Manager, is giving us a look into their strategy and how they’ve managed to stay so…
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EP 61 Inclusion and Mindful Drinking with Jane Harmon from Amethyst NA Spirits
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Send me a text message about the show! Ever feel like the odd one out for skipping the booze at special events? Everyone wants to feel included, and Amethyst, the Non-Alcohol Spirits brand, has made this their mission. Today, my guest is Jane Harmon, the brand manager of Amethyst, who is sharing all about its evolution, from their inclusive concept…
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EP 60 Alcohol's Toll on Women: Exploring Its Effect on Anxiety and Brain Health with Sarah Rusbatch
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Send me a text message about the show! Join me as I discuss the world of alcohol use disorder among women with the fabulous Sarah Rusbatch. Sarah, a certified Health and Wellbeing Coach, Grey Area Drinking Coach, and all-around motivational speaker, is on a mission to help women transform their relationship with alcohol. Together, we uncover the sh…
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EP 59 Staying Sober When It’s Hard With JoAnne Pearce of Mock-Ups Mocktails
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Send me a text message about the show! Going alcohol-free is hard, but staying alcohol-free? Well, that's a whole different ball game. The good news is that my guest today has just the right words of wisdom to keep you going! JoAnne Pearce is the creative mind behind Mock-Ups Mocktails and Canada’s go-to guru for all things alcohol-free sipping. Li…
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EP 58 The Ultimate Sober Retreats for Women With Izzy From Sobertopia
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Send me a text message about the show! Navigating social situations without alcohol can feel like walking a tightrope. But what about going on a trip without your usual support network? Sounds tough, right? Well, that's where Izzy van Zuilen steps in! As the founder of Sobertopia, she's all about sharing the tips and tricks that helped her on her o…
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EP 57 Sparking Change and Inspiring a Community With Kim From Sober Is the New Cool
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Send me a text message about the show! In this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing Kim Bella, the remarkable founder of Sober is the New Cool, whose journey is truly inspiring. Kim's path to sobriety began when her son Matthew was diagnosed with epilepsy, prompting her to quit alcohol in solidarity with him. What started as a three-month c…
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EP 56 Get to Know Laura Silverman, the OG of the NA Landscape
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Send me a text message about the show! Recently, it struck me just how much the sober scene has changed big time! And it's something that my latest guest, Laura Silverman, knows all too well. As an OG in the NA space, Laura's here to share her infectious enthusiasm and wisdom with us by walking us through the early stages of her sobriety journey, r…
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EP 55 Getting Real About Midlife Sobriety With Lori Massicot
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Send me a text message about the show! Embracing a life free from alcohol can feel like you're hiking alone up a huge mountain—but it doesn't have to be. Joining me is Lori Massicot, a fantastic certified life and sobriety coach and the amazing host of the To Fifty and Beyond podcast, dedicated to helping midlife women aged 35+ find freedom from al…
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EP 54 The Power of Community and Giving Back with Kim Diguilio
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Send me a text message about the show! Step into the inspiring story of Kim Diguilio, a wife, mom, nurse, and dear friend in our community, who traded blurry regrets for a life of clarity without alcohol. Kim's journey, from a game-changing challenge to eye-opening revelations from "This Naked Mind," reveals the power of choosing sobriety with auth…
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EP 53 A Sober Girl’s Guide to Letting Go of the Old You and Embracing Growth
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Send me a text message about the show! Ever been at a crossroads, torn between the comfort of old habits and the challenge of personal growth? Well, join us for a chat with Jessica from A Sober Girl's Guide. She spills the beans on her seven-year sobriety journey, sharing the real deal on the enduring challenges and revelations of living alcohol-fr…
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EP 52 Overcoming Slip-Ups and Surpassing Sober Expectations with Meg Fee
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Send me a text message about the show! When Meg Fee first whispered to the world, "You don't have to drink," she sparked a flame in the hearts of many seeking a path to sobriety. She joins us today, sharing her story from her first year sans alcohol to the radiant glow of impending motherhood. Meg, candid and inspiring, shares the intimate details …
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EP 51 Meet Emma Newman: Finding Joy and Adventure in Sobriety
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Send me a text message about the show! When Emma Newman poured her last drink, she had no idea that her path to sobriety would lead her to a world full of delicious mocktails, and continue after 97 months! Her story isn't just about saying 'no' to alcohol—it's about navigating new social landscapes, prioritizing self-care, and conquering your fears…
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EP 50 Happy Dry January! + What's Coming This Month
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Send me a text message about the show! Happy New Year and Happy Dry January! Whether you're diving into this podcast for the first time, already on the alcohol-free journey, or just sober-curious, I'm thrilled to have you join us. Going alcohol-free has been a game-changer for me, and as I mark over three incredible years of clarity and wellness, I…
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EP 49 Recap of 2023 + A Special Rerun of My Most Downloaded Episode
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Send me a text message about the show! Welcome friends to an end-of-the-year celebration! Reflecting on this journey through 2023, I've accomplished so much with your overwhelming support. And in the spirit of celebration, I’m taking a moment to celebrate all of the wins from this past year, and give you a sneak peek of what’s to come in 2024 - tru…
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EP 48 Rob's Path to Health & Happiness Through Generation NA
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Send me a text message about the show! Imagine exchanging your favorite cocktail for a non-alcoholic beverage and discovering a world full of flavor, community, and a healthier, happier you. That's exactly what our guest, Rob Theodorow, owner of Generation NA non-alcoholic bottle shop, did. He bid farewell to booze and embraced an alcohol-free life…
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EP 47 A Conversation on Sobriety and Alcohol Culture with Amy from Happier Hour Starts Now
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Send me a text message about the show! Have you ever paused to consider the role of alcohol in your life and how it's portrayed in popular culture? My guest did exactly that, and it changed her life! Join me in a thought-provoking conversation with Amy Leahy, the brilliant mind behind Happier Hour Starts Now. Amy walks us through her personal journ…
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EP 46 Crafting Wholesome Sips With Natalie From The Mindful Mocktail
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Send me a text message about the show! Get ready to dive into a lively conversation bursting with laughter, mixology magic, and uplifting inspiration alongside the fabulous mocktail queen, Natalie Battaglia! All the way from the Land Down Under, Nat's here to light up your day with her incredible journey of riding the waves of alcohol use and her u…
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EP 45 Exploring the World of Mindful Drinking and Functional Alternatives with Jessa Frances
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Send me a text message about the show! Exciting news, friends! I have the pleasure of introducing Jessa Frances, the founder of Untoxicated and the authority on non-alcoholic beverages. Jessa shares with us her fascinating journey into this holistic realm and how she’s using her expertise to help clients and consumers find their perfect non-alcohol…
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EP 44 Conquering Addiction and Embracing Alcohol-Free Life with Rachel of Sober in Central Park
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Send me a text message about the show! Ever wonder what it takes to turn your life around and conquer addiction? Look no further! Me and my fantastic guest Rachel - known as Sober in Central Park on Instagram - share a profoundly personal and inspirational conversation that's sure to leave you feeling inspired. Rachel opens up about her journey to …
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EP 43 Meet Heather Lowe: Empowering Sobriety Through Self-Care and Trust
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Send me a text message about the show! Have you ever wondered how much potential lies within you, hidden beneath the numbing effects of alcohol? Today, we're exploring this with the inspiring Heather Lowe, the creator of 'Ditched the Drink', and a beacon of sobriety for almost six years. Heather, a testament to the transformative power of an alcoho…
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EP 42 Staying Sober, Fun, and Funky with Paige Danoff from Sober and Funky
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Send me a text message about the show! Step behind the bar and discover how a New York bartender and bar owner shook up her life by embracing sobriety, all while shaking up some seriously delicious mocktails! Join us on a journey with our guest, Paige, from Sober and Funky, who transformed her life after choosing an alcohol-free lifestyle back in 2…
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EP 41 Mini-Episode: October Wrap-Up and Sober Vibes Wisdom
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Send me a text message about the show! Hey friends! I'm back from vacation, and it's time to check in as we wrap up the month of October and gear up for Halloween! You know, Halloween can be a spooky season for some folks with all the drinking traditions. I remember strolling through the neighborhood with my kids for trick-or-treating while sipping…
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EP 40 Elevate the Bar on Mixology with Chris Tunstall from A Bar Above
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Send me a text message about the show! Ready to shake things up? Join us as we stir up an intriguing conversation with Chris Tunstall, the co-founder of A Bar Above. With 15 years of bartending under his belt, Chris and his wife Julia are redefining the world of mixology with their innovative barware and insightful courses. Discover how this dynami…
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EP 39 Discovering the Power of Sobriety with Lucy, the Sober Brown Queen
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Send me a text message about the show! Get ready to hear the unfiltered story of Lucy, our incredible guest known as the Sober Brown Queen. Together, we trace her journey from a mom and nurse manager who relied on alcohol to overcome loneliness and stress to an individual now thriving in sobriety. I promise, her story will challenge your perspectiv…
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EP 38 A Look into National Sober Day with its Founder Courtney Anderson
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Send me a text message about the show! Ready to celebrate sobriety and embrace a life without alcohol? Join me for an honest and heartfelt exploration into sobriety with Courtney Anderson, a sober life coach, author, podcast host, and the visionary behind Sober Vibes and National Sober Day. In this episode, Courtney and I break down the stigma and …
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EP 37 Inside Nashville's Alcohol-Free Bottle Shop With Stephanie of Killjoy Club
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Send me a text message about the show! Imagine stepping into a bottle shop that only sells non-alcoholic beverages! That's exactly what Stephanie did in creating Killjoy Club - the first and only non-alcoholic bottle shop in Nashville, Tennessee. In this episode, she takes us on a journey through her remarkable story of embracing an alcohol-free li…
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EP 36 Revamping Your Lifestyle: Paige Rien on Alcohol-Free Living and the Power of Design
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Send me a text message about the show! Ever wondered if your sensitivity might be guiding you toward a complicated relationship with alcohol? My guest certainly did and she’s here to share her story! Join me on a captivating journey with former HGTV star, Paige Rien, as we explore the ups and downs of embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle. In our con…
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EP 35 Embracing Sobriety and Entrepreneurship with Elizabeth from Absence of Proof
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Send me a text message about the show! Are you ready for a deep dive into the power of sobriety and how it can transform lives? Meet Elizabeth Gascoigne, our extraordinary guest today, whose journey from substance addiction to a thriving, alcohol-free life led her to create Absence of Proof, a groundbreaking non-alcoholic beverage company. But Eliz…
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EP 34 Breaking Free from Gray Area Drinking with Kari Schwear of Gray Tonic
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Send me a text message about the show! Ever wondered if you're drinking more than you should and how to navigate a world that often revolves around alcohol? Have you felt stuck in the gray area, not an alcoholic, but not quite comfortable with your drinking habits? This episode is for you. I had the pleasure of sitting down with the inspiring Kari …
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EP 33 Director of Winemaking at Giesen Wines, Duncan Shouler
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Send me a text message about the show! I am thrilled to have Duncan Shouler, the Director of Winemaking at Giesen Wines, join me on the podcast today! The entire range of Giesen 0% wines are some of my favorite de-alcoholized wines. The Giesen 0% Sauvignon Blanc has been my "go-to" non-alcoholic wine for over two years. Shout out to my friend Mathi…
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