Best Alcoholabuse Podcasts (2024)

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241: 4 Reasons Your Desires Aren't Inspiring 1:49:58

12h ago1:49:58

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If you’re thinking that your husband doesn’t care about your desires and that’s why he doesn’t get inspired when he hears them, that’s so hurtful and unloving. It's also very lonely, like you’re invisible. That's how I felt when I thought that John didn’t care what I wanted. That’s what a lot of students thought too. But we were wrong. It turns out…

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“Hanging with The Holderness Family” w/ Kim and Penn Holderness 59:39

23h ago59:39

59:39

Robbie was welcomed into the home of Kim and Penn Holderness to record an inevitably fun, hilarious, and inspirational conversation. The overnight rise to fame from a digital Christmas card, a co-authored best selling book titled ADHD is Awesome, and a vulnerable share around the not-so-obvious battle of anxiety are just a few of the topics covered…

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240: How Do You Respect Your Husband? 3 Proven Ways 1:00:06

8d ago1:00:06

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The bigger question may be: How do you respect your husband when he doesn’t seem to deserve it? That was a tough one for me! Knowing I SHOULD be respectful has never been that motivating to me. I don’t wanna! What if he’s messing up? Shouldn’t I let him know that? That is one option. But being disrespectful feels dirty and hairy. It leaves me with …

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239: Do Trad Wives Have Better Marriages? 1:22:43

11d ago1:22:43

1:22:43

It’s so idyllic and nostalgic to think about the past, when marriages lasted. The idea of stay-at-home mothers getting dolled up and making things from scratch is so pretty. I follow a woman on TikTok who bakes bread from scratch and lives in the French countryside with two adorable little boys, which seems so nourishing and wholesome. Fortunately,…

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“Songwriting With Soul” w/ BJ Barham, American Aquarium frontman 1:03:22

15d ago1:03:22

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BJ Barham got sober 9 years ago. About that time his songwriting got better, his performances got better, and his band began to see more success. In this episode, BJ shares lot of what made him who he is today including growing up seven generations deep in a small tobacco town, a hard-working father, a beautifully loving mother, and a journey to so…

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238: I Don't Like My Husband: 3 Surprising Solutions 1:29:25

18d ago1:29:25

1:29:25

I still remember feeling “What a mistake. He’s such a Loser McLosey Pants. What was I thinking?! I could have done so much better. If only I hadn’t done that, I’d be so much happier.” I was suffering. Why try to save your marriage when you don’t even like the guy? It’s very demotivating. You may have good reasons for not liking him. Maybe he’s abus…

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237: My Husband Doesn’t Speak My Love Language: 2 Ways to Change That 55:26

27d ago55:26

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It's depressing when you long to hear your man tell you how beautiful you are and how crazy he is about you and he just…doesn’t. It’s frustrating if you just want him to fix the screen door, move the patio furniture or put the crib in the attic and he just…won’t. Or if you really love snuggling and want to feel physically desired but that’s not hap…

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"Calling All Men!" w/ Brian Strahine, founder of Men's Sacred Liberation 1:03:51

1M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

Brian Strahine is a men's counselor, men's coach, men's retreat leader, a certified teacher/trainer in yoga, mindfulness, breathwork, and sound therapy, and has a masters in school counseling and a doctorate in education. Brian is a force to be reckoned with in many ways, but most importantly in men's work. Through his self-curated retreat, Men's S…

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236: The 5 Gifts of Femininity: Your Birthright as a Woman 1:09:47

1M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

When I got married, no one had taught me that there are five gifts of femininity that I get to enjoy as my birthright and that my relationship depends on for success. If no one ever taught you either, here they are. I’ll share how you can start enjoying your superpowers of being a woman! On today’s episode of The Empowered Wife Podcast, I’m talking…

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235: My Husband's Mental Illness is Ruining Our Marriage 54:11

1M ago54:11

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It’s so discouraging when your husband is diagnosed with something like ADD, OCD, narcissism, Borderline Personality Disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or Dissociative Disorder. Having hitched your wagon to someone with a disorder or deficit can feel like a life sentence of misery. It’s very distressing. Even if you don’t have a formal diagnosis,…

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“Alternative Drinking” w/ Emily Heintz, founder of Séchey, Charleston’s popular no/low beverage shop 45:45

1M ago45:45

45:45

Emily Heintz launched Sèchey in 2021 as a retail concept leveraging her extensive experience in e-commerce and retail technology. Initially founded to drive the awareness and convenience of non-alcoholic beverages, Sèchey has evolved into a destination for alternative celebration with alcohol free spirits, wine & beer, but also low dose THC product…

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234: My Husband is Addicted to Porn: #1 Way to Heal 1:06:46

2M ago1:06:46

1:06:46

Especially if physical intimacy has dried up and he’s not interested in you, the rejection hurts and makes you feel pathetic. You’re competing with a two-dimensional woman and losing. It’s only logical that it’s the porn that’s stealing the passion. And you can’t control that. So what are your options? On today’s episode of The Empowered Wife Podca…

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233: 2 Ways to Deal with a Partner Who is Not Affectionate 1:40:02

2M ago1:40:02

1:40:02

It's such a lonely, scary feeling when your man’s affection dries up. Especially if there was a time when he couldn’t keep his hands off of you or he was always stealing kisses and putting his arm around you. I remember being so confused and worried that I wasn’t attractive anymore. I thought it was because I was older and out of shape, but that ha…

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“A Guiding Light” w/ Brittany Harris, Executive Director of Cirque Lodge 1:00:24

2M ago1:00:24

1:00:24

Brittany Harris, Executive Director of Cirque Lodge Treatment Center, sits down with Robbie and Patrick to discuss what sparked her passion and led her into this demanding field, and into this esteemed position. Brittany began working at Cirque Lodge in 1999 and by 2008 was working as a member of the management team, overseeing different aspects of…

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232: My Husband Speaks To Me So Disrespectfully: 3 Simple Fixes 59:47

2M ago59:47

59:47

If your husband speaks to you disrespectfully, it feels really hurtful and embarrassing, especially if anyone else hears it, even if it’s just your kids. It’s not the role modeling you want them to have. If he’s yelling, swearing, calling you names, or telling you you’re crazy, stupid, or worse, you shouldn’t have to live with feeling demeaned like…

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231: How to Deal With Unmet Needs in a Relationship: 2 Secrets You Rarely Hear 1:18:20

2M ago1:18:20

1:18:20

When I got married, I thought my husband would support me, kiss away my tears, listen to my problems, desire me, snuggle with me, and do everything he could toward our common goals. And he did—for a while. When he became distant, I felt bamboozled and just knew that something was wrong with him. I thought I would have to end it and find someone who…

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"Humor and Healing" w/ John Ross Bowie 1:10:35

2M ago1:10:35

1:10:35

Robbie traveled to LA to sit down with actor and comedian, John Ross Bowie. Bowie has over 100 credits in TV and film, including: “The Big Bang Theory,” (11 seasons as Barry Kripke) “Speechless,” (3 seasons as Jimmy Dimeo) “Fresh off the Boat,” “Episodes,” “Brooklyn 99,” “House of Lies,” “Heroes," multiple "CSIs," Jumanji: The Next Level, He’s Just…

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230: Are Compliments Important in a Relationship? 3 Ways to Get More! 59:43

3M ago59:43

59:43

If you're anything like me, you love hearing your man say you're beautiful and the best wife or you did a great job. If you’re not hearing those things, it’s only natural to crave some compliments. That’s just human. We all need to be seen, heard and understood, and compliments are part of that. Going without them is dreary and unsustainable, like …

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229: My Husband Would Rather Drink Too Much Than Be With Me: The 3-Step Cure 1:15:43

3M ago1:15:43

1:15:43

When you see your husband drinking too much, it’s very scary because you can’t help but wonder: Is this an addiction? Is he an alcoholic? If so, everybody knows that would come with a lifetime of suffering. Even if you’re not worried about that, just seeing him choose to get wasted instead of wanting to be with you hurts a lot. I remember how confu…

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“A Pivot to Purpose” with former NBA basketball player Mike Gminski 59:29

3M ago59:29

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Mike Gminski, a former American professional basketball player, is renowned for his impressive career in the NBA and now, his contributions to advocacy around addiction recovery. Making a name for himself at Duke University, Gminski was a standout center, earning multiple accolades including All-ACC and All-American honors. His college success pave…

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228: 4 Significant Ways to Make Your Husband Happy 52:24

3M ago52:24

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If your man isn’t happy, of course you want to cheer him up so you’re not getting dragged down yourself, which is tiring. I thought I could make my husband happy by doing things for him that would’ve made me happy. I was doing a bunch of stuff I thought would make him happy that felt like a lot of work for me but was not working—at all—because he i…

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"Marching into Hell for a Heavenly Cause" with Aaron Lazar 48:07

3M ago48:07

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Initiated by the Joe Martin ALS Foundation, Robbie Shaw traveled to LA to sit down with Aaron Lazar about his experience before, during and after his ALS diagnosis. Aaron is an actor, singer, and entrepreneur known for his work on Broadway, television, film and concerts and has made it his personal mission to educate and inspire people around the w…

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227: 5 Signs Your Husband Has a Crush on Another Woman 48:05

3M ago48:05

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If your husband has a crush on another woman, it can make you feel terrible and not special. He committed to loving you and only you ’til death do us part, and now? He’s using an excited voice with the neighbor, going out of his way to help her, texting someone a lot more than usual, staying at work later with a female colleague, or staring at anot…

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"From Boardroom to Breakdown and Back" w/ Michael Stutts 1:02:36

3M ago1:02:36

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Joining Robbie Shaw and Patrick Balsley on the Champagne Problems Podcast is Michael Stutts, a native Charlottean with a unique and inspiring story. Once a high-flying executive, Michael chose a drastic shift from the corner office to a psych ward, prioritizing mental health over his remarkable career in investment banking and management consulting…

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226: My Husband is Always Negative (3 Ways to Change That) 1:24:35

4M ago1:24:35

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Being around Eeyore all the time is draining and discouraging. How are you supposed to enjoy life when your man is constantly making gloomy comments and throwing cold water on everything? You might wonder when he’s going to snap out of it or look for nutritional supplements for him or sleep aids or a therapist to help him cheer the heck up so you d…

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225: 3 Decisive Strategies for When Your Husband Calls You Names 38:42

4M ago38:42

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It has such a chilling effect on intimacy you’re getting called names, especially rude ones that you wouldn’t even want to repeat. It’s so hurtful and scary. Everyone knows you shouldn’t put up with that if you have any self-respect. Verbal or emotional abuse is not okay. It also makes you feel really bad—unless you practice the Intimacy Skills and…

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"Quiet Healing to Recovery Advocate" w/ Hilary Phelps 1:03:18

4M ago1:03:18

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Robbie and Patrick sit down with Hilary Phelps, recovery advocate, former swimmer, and older sister of Olympic swimmer, Michael Phelps. Hilary discusses her relationship with alcohol and drugs throughout adolescence and early adulthood and shares the experiences that led to her decision to get sober and build a life, and subsequent career, filled w…

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224: 2 Effective Ways to Start Over in a Relationship 1:07:44

4M ago1:07:44

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When you want a reset, you don’t like the track things are on… There’s too much conflict, tension or distance. Maybe you miss how passionate your relationship once was. Instead of having fun together, it feels like painful drudgery. Instead of being exhilarated together, you feel like awkward roommates. So how do you get back to the good times you …

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223: Signs Your Husband Resents You (And What to Do) 28:40

4M ago28:40

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When your husband resents you, the tension is so uncomfortable, especially if he’s just scowling or hiding in his cave and being silent, ignoring you, neglecting you. It would be nice if he’d just come out with it and tell you he resents you and WHY. Then you’d know exactly where you stand instead of wondering what’s going to happen. You could make…

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"Reality and Growth" w/ Shep Rose of Southern Charm 1:03:01

4M ago1:03:01

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Robbie Shaw and Shep Rose of Bravo’s Southern Charm reality TV show, have an entertaining, energetic and often deep discussion around life in the public eye, fame, expectations, and growth. Shep opens up about some of his struggles and subsequent changes he’s looking to make as he focuses more on his general well-being. Thank you to our sponsor: Bo…

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222: My Husband Left Me Because He Was Unhappy 1:06:10

4M ago1:06:10

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It’s so devastating and hurtful if your husband leaves you because he’s unhappy. First, he loved you enough to marry you in front of God and everybody. Then he was so unhappy he left you? That’s not what he promised to do, and it feels like such a betrayal. Not only does it knock the wind out of you, he’s the very person you would turn to for comfo…

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