Best Sunnyside Podcasts (2024)

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EP 79 Unlocking Mindful Drinking With Ian Andersen of Sunnyside 30:59

38m ago30:59

30:59

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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10-Minute Mondays: One Shocking Perk of Cutting Back on Alcohol - w/ Mike Hardenbrook 13:06

4h ago13:06

13:06

Introducing a new format we're excited to try: 10-Minute Mondays! In this brief, 10-minute episode, we'll dive into a compelling topic to kickstart your week. If you enjoy this format, please leave a review or email your feedback to mike@sunnyside.co. We'd love to hear your thoughts! Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://sunnys…

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FINAL-SUNNYSIDE SU ME UP:Get Energized, Stay Sunny with Su-Episode 1 - 14:06

7h ago14:06

14:06

What did you find helpful in today's show? Text Sunnyside Su what you'd like her to focus on in future episodes that would be of help! https://www.sunnysidesu.ca/By Susan Scrimgeour

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The Sunnyside Rapist 47:36

4d ago47:36

47:36

Fifteen years after the events of Season 1 (The WVU Coed Murders), Morgantown women are faced with a new predator: a rapist so meticulous and organized that he vanishes through police checkpoints and neighborhood lockdowns every summer. In the first of this two part series, we speak with two women who met the Sunnyside rapist face-to-face at both e…

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7 Factors That Sabotage Your Efforts to Drink Less 19:13

4h ago19:13

19:13

In this episode, we'll cover the hidden factors that may be undermining your efforts to cut back on drinking. Drawing from my research and writing for "No Willpower Required: A Neuroscience Approach to Change Your Habits with alcohol,' my personal experiences with alcohol, and insightful conversations with guests on "Journey to the Sunnyside," we e…

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EP 78 Meet Abbie Jean: A Recovering Alcoholic and Sober TikTok Sensation 25:24

3h ago25:24

25:24

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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Epic Nights, Early Mornings: The Art of Mindful Drinking w/ Camille Vidal 47:56

3d ago47:56

47:56

In this episode, we welcome Camille Vidal, founder of La Maison Wellness, to explore the world of mindful drinking. Camille shares her journey from a globally recognized bartender to a mindfulness teacher, and how she integrates mindful drinking into her lifestyle. We'll discuss her philosophy of "Epic nights and early mornings," her impactful teac…

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EP 77 Fighting the Stigma of Sobriety With Courtney of Discovering Mocktails 30:36

4d ago30:36

30:36

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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Staying Social with Sunnyside w/ Susan Tenby 20:45

10d ago20:45

20:45

Susan Tenby an outgoing Sunnyside customer who has found a way to maintain her social life while being mindful about her drinking. In this episode, we'll dive into Susan's journey, her strategies for mindful drinking, and how she continues to enjoy activities like trivia nights without overindulging. Let’s get started! Want to drink less with no pr…

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EP 76 Taking A Break From Alcohol: Jen Olafson’s Practical Approach 33:19

11d ago33:19

33:19

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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Myth-Busting: Top 5 Myths about Alcohol Moderation w/ Mike Hardenbrook 23:36

17d ago23:36

23:36

Drawing from my own experiences and insights from my book, we’ll debunk common myths such as "Questioning My Drinking Means I Have a Problem" and "Cutting Back Requires Tons of Willpower." We’ll explore the realities of socializing without alcohol, the importance of flexible planning, and how to handle potential judgment from friends. Whether you’r…

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Ep 75 How to Tap into Bravery With Jess From Joyus Non-alcoholic Wines 39:28

19d ago39:28

39:28

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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The Sword and the Sophomore w/B.P. Sweany & Tami Stronach 1:11:21

23d ago1:11:21

1:11:21

Kris chats with B.P. Sweany about his novel The Sword and the Sophomore, plus an excerpt read by Tami Stronach!About the book...Arlynn Rosemary Banson is an atypical sixteen-year-old—the cool, popular outsider, effortlessly straddling the line between divas and dorks. Her forever young mother, Jennifer, is dedicated to making her life awkward by tr…

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Can Ketamine-Assisted Therapy Help You Drink Less? w/ Dr. Sam Zand 39:07

1M ago39:07

39:07

Today, we're thrilled to have an esteemed guest with us, Dr. Sam Zand, a Johns Hopkins trained psychiatrist who teaches holistic psychiatry and psychedelic medicine at UNLV and several other universities. His innovative approach combines emerging neuroplastic therapies like Psychedelic Therapy and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) with tradit…

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Ep 74 What It Means to Live Authentically Alcohol-Free With Josnelly Aponte 28:46

26d ago28:46

28:46

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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A Therapist's Approach to Mindful Drinking w/ Merrilee Burke 32:38

1M ago32:38

32:38

Today, we're thrilled to have Merrilee Burke, a distinguished therapist specializing in mindful drinking and moderation. Merrilee brings a wealth of experience from her practice, focusing on holistic and practical approaches to help individuals transform their relationship with alcohol. In this episode, we dive deep into her therapeutic techniques …

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EP 73 Holistic Rendezvous: Blair Horton’s Approach to Artistic Mocktails and Healthy Living 34:51

1M ago34:51

34:51

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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Sunnyside Customer Journey to Better Health w/ Corey Boehs 26:08

1M ago26:08

26:08

Today, Cory Boehs shares his success story using Sunnyside. His incredible health transformation and significant money savings are sure to inspire current Sunnyside users and those considering a more mindful approach to their drinking. Tune in to hear about his journey from drinking more than he wanted, to achieving remarkable health improvements a…

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Hell’s Square Mile, Part 3 53:55

2M ago53:55

53:55

In the last of this 3-part series, we examine Mabel’s top suspects in the murder of Walter Curnutte. Years later, Tim and Becky discover an entirely new motive connected to a forged document, a federal racketeering case, South American cocaine, and, potentially, the West Virginia mafia. 1:30 – Mabel’s top suspects 15:54 – Modern day rumors 18:41 – …

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Somos Sunnyside: Episode 23 featuring Lindsay Moreno 24:17

2M ago24:17

24:17

In this special episode of Somos Sunnyside, we shine the spotlight on an exceptional young woman who has set a remarkable example for her peers and community. Lindsay, the valedictorian of Sunnyside High School, has consistently pushed herself to excel, embodying the spirit of hard work and dedication. From day one, Lindsay set the bar high, expect…

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CHI Sunnyside E20: Community Violence Intervention & Victim Services w Institute for Nonviolence 1:27:47

1M ago1:27:47

1:27:47

Get in touch with us. We love to hear from you! chicagosunnyside.net Hosts: Nehez Meniooh & Giziribtah Debasah Guests: Orion Meadows & Shunda Collins In our final interview in our Community Defense series, we speak to two members of the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago (INVC) a non-profit organization working in community violence intervention and…

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CHI Sunnyside E19: Values and Culture in Self Defense, Burkina Faso Day of Customs and Traditions 1:35:09

1M ago1:35:09

1:35:09

Get in touch with us. We love to hear from you! Chicagosunnyside.net Hosts: Giziribtah Debasah & Kasabez Maakmaah In this special live episode, we cover Burkina Faso's new national holiday, the Day of Customs and Traditions. We cover the transitional president, Captain Ibrahim Traore's historic visit to the National Culture Museum in the nation's c…

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EP 72 The WithCo Brand Journey with Cofounder Josh Ellis 37:35

2M ago37:35

37:35

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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Sunnyside w/ Jack Houghteling 11:45

1M ago11:45

11:45

“In this winningly oblique, slender, and wise-hearted novel, Jack Houghteling puts his finger on febrilely metropolitan human nature as it expresses itself (cerebrally, athletically, familially) in the outer boroughs and in patinated suburbia--and he does so in fleet, uncannily vivid sentences that are summational masterstrokes. Jack Houghteling is…

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Change for Growth, Not Because of Problems w/ Amanda Kuda 35:10

2M ago35:10

35:10

Today, we're joined by Amanda Kuda, author of 'Unbottled Potential,' a book dedicated to helping women transform their relationship with alcohol. In this episode, Amanda shares her journey into "elective sobriety", discusses the challenges she faced and breakthroughs she achieved, and offers key strategies from her book. We'll also explore her insi…

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Somos Sunnyside: Episode 22 featuring Crista Zepeda Ramirez 30:53

2M ago30:53

30:53

In this episode of the Somos Sunnyside, we have the pleasure of talking with Crista Zepeda Ramirez, Sunnyside High School's salutatorian and a proud recipient of the prestigious Gates Millennium Scholarship. Crista shares her inspiring journey of academic excellence and personal determination, shaped by her experiences as the daughter of immigrants…

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EP 71 Crafting the Perfect Pour with Instagram's Mocktail Mo 32:54

2M ago32:54

32:54

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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The Mammal Brain Code to Happiness w/ Loretta Breuning 50:24

2M ago50:24

50:24

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Loretta Breuning as we dive into the intricacies of the mammal brain and its profound impact on our emotions and behaviors. Breuning unravels the roles of key neurotransmitters—dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, and oxytocin—in driving our actions and shaping our happiness. She challenges the popular narr…

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Somos Sunnyside: Episode 21 featuring Andrea Romero 27:02

2M ago27:02

27:02

In this uplifting episode of Somos Sunnyside, we shine a spotlight on Andrea Romero, an exceptional senior at Star Academic High School. Andrea is set to graduate third in her class and has earned acceptance letters from seven universities! Her journey has been marked by resilience and determination, especially in the face of the challenges brought…

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EP 70 Brewing For A Better Tomorrow With Joe Chura of Go Brewing 37:07

2M ago37:07

37:07

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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From Mommy Wine Culture to Soberish Success w/ Katie Nessel 1:10:14

2M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

Today’s guest is Katie Nessel, known as SoberishMom. Katie shares her journey of navigating the mommy wine culture and finding a balanced, soberish lifestyle. She’ll discuss the pivotal moments that led her to reassess her relationship with alcohol, tips for starting a moderation journey, and why traveling soberish is her secret weapon to fun. This…

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Hell’s Square Mile, Part 2 48:01

2M ago48:01

48:01

After Walter Curnutte’s murder, his sister Mabel takes on the case, recording interviews, writing letters to powerful officials, and hiring a private detective. The community’s war on Walter comes to light – from protests to arson to civil disobedience. We look back at the strange month preceding Walter’s death – including his hiring of Herb Willie…

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Somos Sunnyside: Episode 20 featuring Frankois Valdez 27:28

2M ago27:28

27:28

In this episode of Somos Sunnyside, we delve into the inspiring journey of Frankois Valdez, co-valedictorian at Desert View High School, who shares his remarkable story of perseverance, gratitude, and determination. With a stellar 4.3 GPA and the prestigious Dorrance Scholarship under his belt, Frankois reflects on his high school experience with h…

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EP 69 Finding Confidence In Your Alcohol-Free Life With Alyssa Heim 31:17

2M ago31:17

31:17

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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A Sommelier's Wine Hacks & Mindful Drinking! w/ Matthew Kaner 53:47

2M ago53:47

53:47

In this episode, sommelier Matthew Kaner reveals how travel and mindful drinking elevate the wine experience. He reveals emerging trends like orange wine, emphasizes the value of context and personal connections, and shares his journey in the industry. Tune in to discover insider tips, wine travel stories, and his excitement for the industry's futu…

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Yelling in my Car: A Specialist Critique of Big Savage (Season 2) 29:54

2M ago29:54

29:54

After the Mysteria crew receives a concerned email from a professional working on sexual assault issues, we invite her on the show to critique Season 2, Big Savage. What follows is a discussion of Megan Shaffer’s poor defense, the biological response to trauma, how the absence of expert testimony may have worked against her, and some ways that lang…

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Somos Sunnyside: Episode 19 featuring Lucy Pacheco 36:39

3M ago36:39

36:39

In the latest episode of Somos Sunnyside, we are joined by the remarkable Lucy Pacheco, co-valedictorian of Desert View High School, whose humility and dedication shine through her academic achievements. Lucy shares her insights into the power of collaboration in education and the invaluable role of teachers in shaping her journey. Throughout the c…

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EP 68 Sober or Soberish? Katie Nessel's Guide to Mindful Drinking 35:07

3M ago35:07

35:07

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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CHI Sunnyside E18: Violence Interrupters & the Legacy of Chicago Activism w Ameena Matthews 1:31:36

2M ago1:31:36

1:31:36

Get in touch with us. We love to hear from you! Chicagosunnyside.net Hosts: Giziribtah Debasah & Nehez Meniooh Guests: Dr. Ameena Matthews We continue our series on community protection with a daughter of Chicago Royalty when it comes to street organization. Dr. Ameena Matthews is a mother, political activist and violence interrupter. During the ep…

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CHI Sunnyside E17: Human Sex Trafficking, Missing Girls, Migrant Crisis w Ameera Pernebsati 1:11:30

2M ago1:11:30

1:11:30

Get in touch with us. We love to hear from you! Chicagosunnyside.net Host: Kasabez Maakmaah Guest: Ameera Pernebsati In this episode, we touch on the tragic trend of disappearing girls in Chicago and tie it into the worldwide pandemic of human trafficking. Topics include: Dangers faced by migrants around the world in search of a "better life" in th…

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CHI Sunnyside E16: Kwanzaa Revisited, Self-Defense & Survival Training w Nubian Malik & Osei Sankara 2:50:07

2M ago2:50:07

2:50:07

Get in touch with us. We love to hear from you! Chicagosunnyside.net Hosts: Nehez Meniooh & Kasabez Maakmaah Guests: Nubian Malik & Osei Sankara of the Chicago Bolozi Wazee This is a special LIVE episode to give our guests an unfiltered opportunity to express the value of Kwanzaa. We will also speak on their work in self-defense and survival traini…

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Bright Days, Clear Nights, Better Sleep - w/James Swanwick 1:08:24

3M ago1:08:24

1:08:24

In this episode, join former ESPN anchor James Swanwick as he shares his personal experiences with alcohol, his adventures in Hollywood, and memorable moments at the Playboy Mansion that led to a big change. We cover effective strategies for socializing without alcohol, learn about the benefits of blue light blocking glasses, and debunk common myth…

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