Best Alcohol Tipping Point Podcasts (2024)

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BEST OF: How to Successfully Take a Break from Drinking: Lessons learned from running three years of Alcoholidays 30:07

21h ago30:07

30:07

It’s been three years of running the monthly dry groups I call Alcoholidays. I'm re-airing this "best of" episode where I share what makes people successful when they take a break from alcohol. I also address what people struggle with the most when they are changing their drinking and give you tools and tips to have a kickass dry month. If you are …

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Damp Drinking, Dry Month, Soberish? Understanding the Different Approaches to Drink Less or Not at All 37:30

3d ago37:30

37:30

Are you doing Dry July? Confused by all the terms surrounding drinking habits—like ‘soberish,’ ‘dry,’ ‘damp,’ ‘sober curious,’ and ‘mindful drinking’? Join us as Molly Desch returns to the show to clarify these various drinking-related terms. Molly went from “balls to the wall drinking to 100% sober overnight” while I spent YEARS trying to change m…

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276. Simplifying Food: Liz Wolfe on the Magic of Macros (especially as we age) 1:40:02

8d ago1:40:02

1:40:02

Send me (Ali) a text message. Audience favorite Liz Wolfe is back! Macros matter more than you might expect. Liz and I both cover macros in our work, although from different (yet complimentary) angles, so expect a wide-ranging, dot-connecting conversation that'll give you a deeper understanding of the magic of macros. Among the Questions Explored: …

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Three Years, No Beers: How My Brother Stays Alcohol Free 1:04:54

10d ago1:04:54

1:04:54

My brother, Chris Shipley, returns to the podcast to talk about being alcohol free for over three years. I love these special episodes with my brother, who has been one of my biggest supporters over the years. I’m incredibly proud of him for choosing to change his relationship with alcohol and striving to live a better life. He is an amazing husban…

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275. Alcohol & Sugar: The Overlapping Struggles with Angela Pugh 1:16:14

14d ago1:16:14

1:16:14

Send me (Ali) a text message. Get ready for an insightful conversation with Angela Pugh, a renowned recovery expert and life coach. We discuss how to tell when thoughts and behaviors around food and alcohol tip over into problematic, even when life is seemingly going well to all outside appearances (i.e. the myth—for many—of "hitting rock bottom").…

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What AA Skeptics Can Learn From the 12 Steps with Arlina Allen 1:06:23

17d ago1:06:23

1:06:23

Arlina Allen is a Certified Sobriety Coach & Hypnotist, The Founder of Sober Life School, and Host of the award-winning podcast “The One Day at a Time Recovery Podcast.” She specializes in helping smart, busy, professional women to quit drinking and create a life they love. This fall she is releasing her book, The 12 Step Guide for Skeptics. Arlina…

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Pride Without Pints: Ali Press’s Alcohol-Free Journey 49:53

24d ago49:53

49:53

On today’s episode, I'm joined by Ali Press, a UK-based therapeutic coach. Ali embarked on their alcohol-free journey in 2017, a challenge they describe as the toughest yet most fulfilling endeavor of their life. As a proud member of the queer community who embraces they/them pronouns, Ali is here to share their story and discuss how they help peop…

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Quit Drinking Quickie: Listen to This If You’re Struggling to Release Drinking, Shame, Regret, and the Past 19:11

29d ago19:11

19:11

In today’s episode, I'm honored to share part of an inspiring story from one of our group members, Sarah Davenport. Sarah speaks wisely about how she’s learning to love and be compassionate towards herself even when she’s not perfect. She offers a powerful analogy about transforming pain, trauma, and shame into something richer and better. (It’s a …

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274. Reimagining Food and the Body: Ali’s Reflections as a 30-Year Cancer Survivor [Rewind] 1:38:33

29d ago1:38:33

1:38:33

Send me (Ali) a text message. In this special Insatiable podcast episode, I celebrate a major milestone: 30 years as a cancer survivor. I’ll share how what resolved my acne, depression, IBS, infertility, and out of control eating was learning how to redefine health beyond losing weight and learning to trust in my body feeling satisfied, not sacrifi…

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Overcoming Overdrinking with Lindsay Sutherland Boal 50:36

1M ago50:36

50:36

On the show today is Lindsay Sutherland Boal Founder of SHE WALKS CANADA and the Uncovery App. In 2021, Lindsay founded She Walks Canada as a movement to engage and empower sober and sober-curious women changing their relationship with alcohol. Lindsay is proudly living an alcohol-free life. Additionally, Lindsay is an executive at Urban Outline Bu…

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How to Quit Drinking and Stay Sober: Making Sobriety Stick with Casey Mcguire Davidson 1:00:11

1M ago1:00:11

1:00:11

On the show today is a return guest and friend, Casey McGuire Davidson. Casey is a Life & Sobriety Coach and the host of the Hello Someday Podcast for Sober Curious Women. We’re diving into real talk about making sobriety last and everything that happens after you’ve had your last drink and onward. We chat about: How Casey quit drinking and what ma…

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273. Three Insatiable Listeners' Questions (Answered by Ali) 33:20

1M ago33:20

33:20

Send me (Ali) a text message. Today's episode is all about you, dear Insatiable listeners. The questions are coming in hot via voicemail and text messaging. Please keep them coming! I love connecting with you and I'll continue to do my best to guide you along your path. In today's episode, I address 3 very different recent questions. But before we …

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Sober in Singapore: How A Lonely Executive Quit Drinking and Turned His Life Around. Interview with Nick Jonsson 44:52

1M ago44:52

44:52

On the show today is Nick Jonsson, co-founder of Executives’ Global Network (EGN) in Southeast Asia and an advocate for personal and professional mental health. EGN, a professional network, fosters connections through confidential peer support groups across the globe. Nick is also the author of Executive Loneliness: The 5 Pathways to Overcoming Iso…

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Sobriety and Squats: How Fitness Can Help You on Your Alcohol-Free Journey with Jesse Carrajat 50:52

2M ago50:52

50:52

Other names brainstormed for this podcast episode included Squats Not Shots, Get Fit Not Lit and Sweat not Regret. On the show today is Jesse Carrajat, the founder of Altum Fitness and host of the Live Deep podcast. He is a proud husband and father, veteran, athlete, certified fitness trainer and health coach, and former healthcare executive turned…

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272. Alcohol Tipping Point with Deb Masner, RN (Ali as Guest) 1:05:57

2M ago1:05:57

1:05:57

Send me (Ali) a text message. I've been on a lot of podcasts lately, but this recent episode with Deb Masner from Alcohol Tipping Point is one that stands out. On her podcast, Deb shares personal stories and her expertise as a nurse, health coach, and sober person, as well as brings on experts about the different ways alcohol can impact physical an…

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Living Happily Ever AFTER Alcohol-Free with Nicole Pietrandrea Hough 39:26

2M ago39:26

39:26

Nicole Pietrandrea Hough is the founder and editor-in-chief of AFTER Alcohol-Free magazine and the founder of MocktailQuest.com, a search engine for all things alcohol-free. In 2020 she realized alcohol was not serving her or leading her to the life she wanted to create. Nicole set out on a journey to figure out what things would look like alcohol-…

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Quit Drinking Quickie: A Different Way to Think about Drinking and Sobriety 13:27

2M ago13:27

13:27

Join me for a special bonus episode as I continue to experiment with Quit Drinking Quickies. These short and sweet bonus episodes are designed to offer you quick insights and tools on navigating life without alcohol. Often, we think about breaking up with booze or divorcing it entirely. This quit drinking quickie episode talks about thinking about …

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How to Rock an Alcohol-Free Life with Janey Lee Grace 55:33

2M ago55:33

55:33

Janey Lee Grace is an author, sober coach, founder of The Sober Club and host of the podcast Alcohol Free Life. She has a very colorful background life including singing with George Michael, having a top singles pop hit, and co-hosting on BBC Radio 2 for 23 years. She has written five books on Holistic living including the #1 Amazon best seller ‘Im…

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271. Over 40 Metabolism Myths with Liz Wolfe, NTP and Certified Personal Trainer 1:57:01

2M ago1:57:01

1:57:01

Send me (Ali) a text message. Liz Wolfe has been in the nutrition and wellness space almost as long as I have, so it's hard to believe our paths haven't really crossed until now! This in-depth conversation is a paradigm shift from how we often think about metabolism, which is basically just about calorie burning and boosting. Metabolism—especially …

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Inside Sober in the City with Susie Streelman 46:09

2M ago46:09

46:09

Susie is the founder of Zeroproof Experiences and one of the creators of “Sober in the City” weekend events. While Susie once enjoyed chardonnay, red blends, and sauvignon blanc, she no longer feels dependent on alcohol for socializing, vacations, or special occasions. Instead, she finds empowerment in her alcohol-free journey. I’m excited to join …

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Yoga and Mindfulness Tools to Help You Change Your Drinking with Brian Hyman, RYT 57:51

3M ago57:51

57:51

Brian Hyman, RYT, is a yoga instructor, meditation guide, dharma teacher, author, and father. He has been sober since 2009, and he has been teaching yoga and meditation at Cliffside Malibu since 2012. His dedicated work in the field of addiction treatment and recovery combines yogic philosophy, Buddhist wisdom, Twelve Step principles, and timeless …

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270. Quitting Alcohol and Managing Sugar Cravings with Laura McKowen [Rewind] 56:50

3M ago56:50

56:50

Send me (Ali) a text message. Alcohol is one of the most consumed forms of sugar and quitting alcohol can lead to an increase in sugar cravings and consumption. In this episode, bestselling author Laura McKowen and I discuss: How she stopped eating so much sugar after it initially increased with sobriety The relationship between her drinking and hi…

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Unravelling The Different Types of Non-Alcoholic Drinks and How They Can Help You Drink Less or Not at All with Michelle Houston 57:18

3M ago57:18

57:18

If you’ve been confused or overwhelmed with all the non-alcoholic drink options out there, listen to this podcast episode. Michelle Houston is here to help us figure out what NA drinks are out there, what they do, and how they might help you on your drinking journey. Michelle is the Co-Founder of To Be Honest Beverage Company, a hemp-infused non-al…

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How to Thrive Alcohol Free with Dupe Witherick 47:29

3M ago47:29

47:29

Today, I’ve got a special guest all the way from the UK—Dupe Witherick. She’s an accredited alcohol-free well-being and transformational coach, and she’s got some helpful insights for you. Dupe’s also the author of the book A Cocktail of Clarity and host of the podcast, Thrive Alcohol Free. I’ll be on her show soon, so stay tuned! ️ We chat about: …

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269. Let’s Get Triggered: Oprah, Ozempic, and Our Outrage 44:56

3M ago44:56

44:56

Send me (Ali) a text message. Today’s solo episode grew out of Oprah’s Weight Loss Special Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution that aired on ABC this Monday night. Because it’s network TV, only so much could be covered, which is why I created this episode to go deeper. Most of the people having big reactions to Oprah's weight loss are those…

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How One Dad Transformed His Life Without Drinking: Todd Kinney’s Discovery That Everything Is Better Without Alcohol 50:39

3M ago50:39

50:39

Todd Kinney is an attorney who lives in Omaha, NE with his wife, four kids and two wiener dogs. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, golf, hanging out with his family (when they let him) and spending an unhealthy amount of time and money supporting the Iowa Hawkeyes. He quit drinking in 2019 and considers it the best thing he’s ever done for hims…

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Quit Drinking and Get Your Power Back with Wynne Melland, Licensed Professional Counselor 44:57

4M ago44:57

44:57

Wynne Melland, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 17 years of experience, leverages her expertise in leading behavior change groups and her own personal journey. As the founder of Rising Sober, she offers a transformative 12-week sobriety challenge and a mindfulness course titled Zenful Mind. In this inspiring episode, Wynne shares her powerful…

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268. Hailey Rowe on Building a Sustainable Coaching Business 43:29

4M ago43:29

43:29

Send me (Ali) a text message. Hailey Rowe is a Marketing & Sales Coach, as well as a Linkedin Lead Generation Service Provider. She helps coaches, therapists, and service providers book clients, develop their no brainer offers and grow their income and impact. She shares her F.A.S.T. framework, marketing, and business tips on her Health Coach Natio…

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Navigating Menopause and Alcohol Effects with Jane Hutchens, PhD 1:08:35

4M ago1:08:35

1:08:35

This episode is long overdue—it’s what I affectionately refer to as the Menopause Episode. While it’s undoubtedly valuable for women, it’s equally essential for men. After all, men have important women in their lives, and understanding menopause can benefit everyone. Our special guest to hold our hand and guide us as we talk about menopause is Jane…

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You Are Not Alone: Loneliness, Suicide, Shame, and the Way Forward with Jinhyun Shin 58:35

4M ago58:35

58:35

Jinhyun Shin is a mental wellness entrepreneur and coach looking to normalize mental health. He is one of the founders of the mental health platform Penciv. Jinhyun is passionate about suicide prevention, especially by addressing the root cause of loneliness. As an ethnographer, he has explored the gap between people’s life situations and their inn…

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Therapy Unveiled: Healing After Quitting Drinking with Justin Boyd Long 50:37

4M ago50:37

50:37

Justin Boyd Long is a self-embracing nerd who loves crunching numbers, researching interesting things, and listening to podcasts, in addition to reading loads of books. He got sober at 32 but still felt uncomfortable in his own skin so he started counseling to overcome his past trauma. Justin wrote about his therapy sessions in his book, The Righte…

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Making Truce with Food and Alcohol: Conversation with Ali Shapiro 1:03:05

5M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

This conversation with Ali Shapiro was so powerful. We got into some deep stuff about memories tied to food, feeling alone, and how overdrinking and overeating are connected. Ali is the host of the top-ranked podcast Insatiable, a holistic nutritionist, integrated health coach, and rebel with a serious cause. Ali developed TRUCE while in graduate s…

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Breaking the Cycle: Navigating Trauma, Drinking, and Mental Illness with Priscilla María 59:00

5M ago59:00

59:00

Listen to this episode featuring Priscilla María, a Certified Trauma-Informed Life Coach, founder of the Cycle Breakers Club, and a proud survivor of trauma who has been alcohol-free for 12 years. Priscilla opens up about her personal journey through trauma, drinking, and mental illness in this candid conversation. Priscilla’s life purpose is to he…

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What I’ve Learned from Four Years of Alcohol Freedom, 150 Podcasts and 30 Alcoholidays 32:34

5M ago32:34

32:34

This January, I celebrated some big milestones for Alcohol Tipping Point. I hosted my 30th Alcoholiday, a monthly program to help you practice not drinking, and this is my 150th podcast episode. The biggest milestone, though, is celebrating four years of alcohol freedom!!! In this episode, I share lessons I’ve learned that have really helped me sta…

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267. Esther Blum Demystifies Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) for Perimenopause and Menopause Relief 1:15:05

5M ago1:15:05

1:15:05

Send me (Ali) a text message. In this 7th (and final!) episode of season 14, I interview integrated dietitian and menopause expert Esther Blum on all things hormone replacement therapy for women. In the past 27 years, Esther has helped thousands of women master menopause through nutrition, hormones, and self-advocacy. In addition to her incredible …

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How To Get Unstuck from the Groundhog Day Cycle of Drinking Shame with Carolyn Robistow 50:28

5M ago50:28

50:28

If you’ve ever found yourself caught in the shame cycle of drinking, detoxing, and then drinking again despite your best intentions, I recommend listening to this episode. On the show is Carolyn Robistow, host of Brain Unblocked: The Brainspotting Podcast, therapist, habit change specialist, and former gray area drinker. Carolyn helps high-achievin…

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266. Dr. Stacy Sims on How "Women Are Not Small Men" (especially at midlife & with exercise) 1:17:58

5M ago1:17:58

1:17:58

Send me (Ali) a text message. Get ready to dive deep into the groundbreaking insights shared by Dr. Stacy Sims in our 6th episode of season 14. Stacy brings her wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table, shedding light on the unique physiological considerations women face, especially during phases like perimenopause and menopause. From the imp…

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Quit Drinking Quickie: Using Data not Drama to Overcome Shame and Change Your Drinking 6:46

5M ago6:46

6:46

Join me for a special bonus episode as an experiment with something new – Quit Drinking Quickies! These short and sweet bonus episodes are designed to offer you quick insights and tools on navigating life without alcohol. In this episode, I talk about the concept of Data not Drama to help you overcome the shame and stigma attached to changing your …

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The Alcohol-Free Revolution: Breaking Free from the Alcohol Drinking Matrix with Dustin Dunbar 51:51

5M ago51:51

51:51

Dustin Dunbar is the author of the new book You’re Doing Great! (And Other Lies Alcohol Told Me.) He combines his own experiences overcoming alcohol addiction with his PhD in psychology to expose the lies we all too willingly accept about alcohol. Duncan escaped from the alcohol drinking matrix at the age of forty-eight and has since been helping o…

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265. Stressed at Midlife? with Rev. Kinsie M. Tate 1:22:50

5M ago1:22:50

1:22:50

Send me (Ali) a text message. In this fifth episode of season 14, I have a spirited and wide-ranging conversation with Rev. Kinsie M. Tate, founder of Restore Clergy, a nonprofit organization supporting clergy and caregivers. Together, we delve into the delicate complexities of stress leadership in midlife, perimenopause, and menopause. Strap in be…

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Quit Drinking Quickie: Mastering Cravings with HALT 7:42

6M ago7:42

7:42

Join me for a special bonus episode as an experiment with something new – Quit Drinking Quickies! These short and sweet bonus episodes are designed to offer you quick insights and tools on navigating life without alcohol. In this episode, I dive into the acronym HALT, a powerful tool for managing cravings. HALT stands for Hungry, Angry/Anxious, Lon…

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How Coaching Can Help You Change Your Drinking with Heather Lowe 49:44

6M ago49:44

49:44

Today’s show is about coaching and how it can help you change your drinking (and your life.) Who better to have on the show to talk about coaching than Heather Lowe? Heather is the Founder of Ditched the Drink, a Certified Professional Life and Recovery Coach and the recipient of the Top Sober Coach Award from Coach Foundation. Heather also recruit…

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264. Top 3 Menopause Weight Loss Myths Debunked 50:40

6M ago50:40

50:40

Send me (Ali) a text message. In this fourth episode of season 14, I'll help you filter through the perimenopause and menopause nutrition noise by busting 3 top myths. Why? Because most of the common advice out there is recycled diet culture heavily rooted in restriction and one-size-fits-all recommendations (at a time in our life when we require a…

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RSVP Sober: How to Confidently Socialize Alcohol-Free with Rebecca “Bex” Weller 51:02

6M ago51:02

51:02

If you need more help socializing without drinking this is the podcast for you. On the show is former Party Girl turned Health & Life Coach, Author and Speaker, Rebecca “Bex” Weller. Bex has proudly rocked sobriety since 2014. She is the Author of the bestselling sobriety memoir, A Happier Hour, as well as the books Up All Day, Chameleon: Confessio…

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263. Sleepless in Midlife? Uncovering Hidden Root Causes with Kelly Murray 1:08:37

6M ago1:08:37

1:08:37

Send me (Ali) a text message. In this third episode of season 14, I have an eye-opening conversation around midlife sleep struggles with sleep coach Kelly Murray. Insomnia was my main perimenopause symptom (and I had no idea it was even a perimenopause symptom) and yet, about 60% of women report sleep challenges during perimenopause and menopause. …

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Kicking Dry January Ass: Tips and Strategies from Alcoholiday’s Sober Coaches 42:51

6M ago42:51

42:51

If you want the biggest health bang for your buck, ditch the drink and do Dry January. After 30 days off the sauce, you begin to see improvements in mental and physical health. People who take a break from drinking have shown improved sleep, less anxiety, clearer skin, better digestion, lower blood pressure, improved liver function and more energy.…

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262. Laura McKowen: Navigating Perimenopause, Alcohol, Food, and Midlife's Challenges 1:15:57

6M ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Send me (Ali) a text message. In this second episode of season 14, I have a thought-provoking conversation around midlife experiences, alcohol, and personal growth with bestselling author Laura McKowen. We explore the challenges of perimenopause, menopause, and the impact of alcohol consumption on women's health. We cover it all, from the intersect…

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Catching up with The Sober Grandma: 2 ½ Years After Ditching Alcohol 57:27

6M ago57:27

57:27

Your favorite Sober Grandma, Lynn King, is back on the show reflecting on life over 2 ½ years after quitting drinking. Lynn takes us through her journey, from the initial pink cloud of year one to the self-love discovery of year two, and the profound self-realizations of year three. We chat about: Lynn’s life before and after quitting drinking Both…

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261. A Midlife Reckoning: Let Me Tell You My Story (The Shock of It All) 40:33

6M ago40:33

40:33

Send me (Ali) a text message. Hello Insatiable Listeners! Strap in for this new season (the 14th!) where we'll cover all things perimenopause, menopause, and midlife. This introductory episode begins with my own personal story—including dramatic weight gain—and some shocking realizations that planted the initial seeds for this season we are about t…

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Empowering Yourself to Change Your Drinking with Nico Morales 43:47

7M ago43:47

43:47

On the show is Nico Morales, a coach, speaker, and author of Five Things to Know Before you Get Sober. Nico shares his journey of breaking free from opiates and alcohol addiction without traditional rehab or AA. We talk about: Nico’s experience with drinking and addiction Four things to know before you get sober The unconventional way Nico quit dri…

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