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Are you trying to drink less alcohol but need some motivation? Or are you curious about sober life? The Not Drinking Today pod provides an invaluable resource to keep you motivated and on track today and beyond. Meg and Bella's guests include neuroscientists, quit-lit authors, journalists, health experts, alcohol coaches and everyday people who have struggled with alcohol but have triumphed over it. Our aim is to support and inspire you to reach your goals to drink less or none at all! Meg a ...
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Present and Sober

Sam Goldfinch and Ellie Crowe

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If you can sense that you're destined for more and curious about how alcohol might be holding you back, then Present and Sober is the podcast for you! Join your hosts Sam and Ellie for a weekly dose of practical mind and body practices that will elevate your daily life and show you the wonder and potential of living life alcohol-free. Let's make life bigger, together!
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Welcome to Hope Ignited, where we bring you inspiring stories of hope and resilience from people from all walks of life. In each episode, we'll explore the journeys of those who have faced incredible challenges and come out the other side with a renewed sense of purpose and positivity. From overcoming adversity to finding strength in the face of uncertainty, our guests will share their stories and insights to help inspire you to believe that anything is possible. So sit back, relax, and join ...
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Letters from Home is a faith-building podcast sharing everyday stories of faith from people of all walks of life. Life is hard, and on most days, our faith needs a boost. Letters From Home Podcast will bring a new faith story, every other week, from people who love Jesus, of all ages & demographics. You will hear in these stories, their dreams, their failures, their pain, their struggles, their life changing encounters, and their extraordinary moments. You’ll leave each episode encouraged an ...
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Detours Podcast

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Hosted by ultra endurance and adventure cyclists Mel Webb and Cynthia Carson, Detours brings you stories from inside the world of ultra cycling and adventure racing, featuring racers, community members, race directors and more. This show is about celebrating the journey, and the detours along the way, as much as the destination. Whether you’re an aspiring racer, a seasoned rider, or simply a curious soul eager to be captivated by tales from the trail, this podcast is for you. Have a topic yo ...
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27/05/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 157 Meg Webb: From Social Anxiety to Self-Love Join Meg Webb and Ellie as they explore self-love, overcoming social anxiety, and the transformative power of retreats, all while finding beauty within and living authentically without alcohol. Meg's Stuff! Megan Webb: https://glassfulfilled.com.au Instagram…
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18/06/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 160 Susan Anderson: Taming the Outer Child Join Sam, Ellie, and special guest Susan Anderson as they explore inner and outer child dynamics, the path to authentic self-love, and overcoming abandonment issues. Join the FB group for extra discussion... Here. Check out Susan's work and programs... Here. Now…
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* This is not the best topic to listen to on speaker with your kids in the background! ** If the topic of sex is triggering for you, then perhaps hit pause and move to another episode OK, SOBER SEX… Let’s talk about it. Why?! Because it comes up a lot. Discreetly and tentatively at first but it presents as a major issue often when alcohol is remove…
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At the end of May 2024, Austin Killips set a blisteringly rapid overall fastest known time on the Arizona Trail. She bested the previous record held by Alex Schulz of 9 days 5 hours and 43 minutes, reaching the Arizona/Utah border in a time of 8 days 23 hours 27 minutes. And while completing the route in the first place is an incredible feat, this …
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18/06/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 160 Dry but High with Matt Pink This week on Present and Sober, we dive into Matt Pink's inspiring journey from addiction to becoming a sober coach, bestselling author, and co-founder of the 'Dry - app'. Discover how personal transformation, a spiritual awakening, and community support can pave the way t…
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Have you ever wondered how societal norms around drinking are subtly shaping your habits? This week, we're thrilled to welcome Ellie Crow from the Present and Sober Podcast. Ellie, a This Naked Mind senior certified coach, bravely opens up about her gradual shift from casual social drinking to using alcohol as a coping mechanism after becoming a mo…
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Join us this week with NBA Legend and 1986 Slam Dunk Champion @Spudwebb86 as he shares stories and insights on his battles with Larry Bird and Michael Jordan, the first time he ever played his idol Dr. J, which NBA teammate blew his mind in practice, and the mindsight that led him from being a 5'7" kid with only one year of high school basketball e…
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Today on the show we have Weronika Szalas. For the last 5 years she's been living life by bike, touring solo as a woman around Europe. While Weronika is no stranger to riding her bike long distances, she rarely races, and was recently the fastest woman to complete the inaugural edition of the Accursed Race. The Accursed Race is a 1600km off-road bi…
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11/06/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 159 Beyond Self-Hatred With RJ Zimmerman Join Sam and Ellie as they chat with RJ Zimmerman about the power of forgiveness, moving beyond self-hatred, building an alcohol-free community, and parenting with vulnerability. You can now join the P&S $12 Membership for loads of cool bonus stuff. monthly live Q…
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What drives a successful lawyer to reveal a hidden struggle with addiction? In this compelling episode, we sit down with Lisa Smith, author of the acclaimed memoir "A Girl Walks Out of a Bar," who bravely shares her journey from the high-stakes world of law to battling alcohol and cocaine addiction. The book recounts her descent into and recovery f…
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It's a bittersweet day over here at Detours as we're airing our last episode hosted by both Mel and Cynthia. As you'll hear in today's episode, Cynthia is stepping away from the podcast to focus on her budding career as a full time professional ultra racer. She shares more about what's next, bouncing back from setbacks this spring and preparing for…
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14/05/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 158 Celebrate the Small Wins to stay Present & Sober! This week, we're exploring the power of reflecting on the 'small wins' we receive from living a life present and sober. This one simple trick is key to building momentum and positive feeling on your alcohol-free journey! You can now join the P&S $12 M…
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Join us as we chat with Eliza Parkinson, an alcohol mindset coach, who shares her journey from social drinking in her teens to the pressures of "mommy drinking culture" during motherhood. Eliza faced emotional turmoil, especially after her second child was diagnosed with special needs, and turned to alcohol to cope. Discover how Eliza realised that…
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Have you ever wondered how the discipline of dance can shape a successful career in barrel racing? Join us on Hope Ignited as we dive into the inspiring journey of Jeff Amsden. From dancing with legends like Paula Abdul to training his own horses, Jeff reveals how his love for dance and cowboy culture intersect in remarkable ways. Discover the grit…
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Have you ever felt the grip of an alcohol craving, only to feel powerless against it? In this episode, we explore the empowering technique of 'surfing the urge'. This technique is backed by by science. It alters your brain's circuitry to allow greater control over impulses and emotional regulation so that you can hit pause between a craving and kno…
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Kicking off May 25, 31 women will race the 11th edition of the Highland Trail 550, a self-supported bikepacking race through the Scottish highlands. We were fortunate enough to hear from over half of the women who will be setting off. Each has their own unique story and shares about their journey to the start line and what they're looking forward t…
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21/05/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 156 Maisie Hill: POWERFUL Join Sam, Ellie, and special guest Maisie Hill as they explore boundaries, stress, and sobriety's role in personal growth and self-discovery. Let's Dive deep into resilience and authentic living and take your power back from alcohol! Maisie's links... BOOK: https://maisiehill.co…
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Today, we have the honor of speaking with William Porter, the insightful author of "Alcohol Explained." William spent years in the throes of his own drinking career, unknowingly gathering the research and experiences that would later form the foundation of his life-changing book. In this episode William is generous in his knowledge and wisdom. Will…
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Hannah Simon is one of those people that make you feel like anything is possible. She has a can do attitude and is a downright joy to be around. Since toeing the line of her first ultra in 2021, and snagging a joint first place to boot, she’s tackled some of the most iconic events on the bikepacking calendar. In February 2024 she rounded out the po…
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14/05/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 155 Ellie Goes on Retreat in Thailand! This week, Ellie and Sam explore a key truth in sobriety: it's not about the number of alcohol-free days we get, but the intention behind them. We answer Bev's question from our membership group, discussing why behaviour isn't the best metric for success and how foc…
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Have you ever woken up at 3am with a pounding heart and a regretful mind, questioning your decision to indulge in those extra drinks? Or found yourself promising to cut back, only to slip back into old habits when stress kicks in? Today Bella talks about her 10 unmistakable red flags that signal it's time to reevaluate your relationship with alcoho…
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07/05/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 154 Cole Harvey: Exploring Internal Family Systems Discover the transformative power of Internal Family Systems (IFS) as we unravel the journey of self-discovery and sobriety with guest Cole Harvey on today's episode of Present & Sober. Dive deep into the methods and benefits of IFS in overcoming alcohol…
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Quinda is an artist, photographer and ultra-distance cyclist from the Netherlands. She's taken on some of the hardest bikepacking races in the world, including the Atlas Mountain Race, Silk Road Mountain Race and taking the women's win at the inaugural Hellenic Mountain Race in 2023. While on first meeting Quinda has a gentle demeanour, below the s…
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I never imagined that so many special memories in my life would be a blur. The harsh reality of alcohol-induced blackouts left a mark on what should have been some of the clearest and happiest days of my life. Tune in as I, Meg, unravel the harrowing connection between these blackouts and anxiety, and the role they've played in my own journey. It's…
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30/4/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 153 Toni Will: The 6 Pillars of Sobriety In this week's episode of Present & Sober, Toni Will, GM of the Kalamazoo Wings Pro hockey Team, delves into her powerful sobriety journey, the 6 pillars of sobriety, and overcoming adversity in our professional lives. We explore leadership, courage, and finding jo…
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Veronica Valli, a recovery coach with nearly 24 years of sobriety, and one of the "originals" of the modern alcohol free movement, joins us to share how she maintains her sober practice after all these years. Hint - she's written about how she does it in her insightful book, Soberful, which talks about 5 pillars of a sustainable sobriety, that Vero…
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23/04/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 152 The Paradox of Sobriety: It’s Not Just About Quitting Drinking This week, Ellie and Sam explore a key truth in sobriety: it's not about the number of alcohol-free days we get, but the intention behind them. We answer Bev's question from our membership group, discussing why behaviour isn't the best me…
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Struggling with alcohol can feel like a lonely battle, but Margie Colthorpe's story offers hope and community. In our latest episode, she shares her courageous journey from addiction to recovery. Margie's turning point came with a medical emergency, which prompted her to embrace self-acceptance and embark on a path of enlightenment. Her story is a …
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This week we step just outside the world of ultra, and into the world of long distance gravel racing. For folks who follow the gravel scene, you may already be familiar with Sarah Sturm. Sarah Sturm is one of the top gravel racers in the world, with podium finishes at events like Unbound 200 and Traka 360. While these events aren't ultras in their …
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16/04/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 151 How did Sam and Ellie Meet? Join us as we reminisce about our serendipitous meeting, share hilarious anecdotes, and reflect on how and why we started the Present & Sober podcast. A fun and heartwarming behind-the-scenes look at our journey (that includes you, listeners!). You can now join the P&S $12…
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When Emma Gilmour of Hope Rising Coaching joined us, she didn't just bring a big laugh (and that we did many of!) — she brought an open conversation about her recent autism diagnosis, raising neurodivergent children, perimenopause, giving up alcohol and finding calm in a chaotic world! Sigh... Emma is just awesome. We talk about parenting children …
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09/04/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 150 Andy Ramage: Unleashing Your Alcohol-Free Potential Embarking on an alcohol-free journey can be transformative, not just for the body, but for the mind and soul too - and that's the heart of today's conversation on Present & Sober. Join us as we dive deep with Andy Ramage, a leading voice in the sobr…
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Jenny Tough is a woman who hardly needs an introduction. A quick Google search will pull up a laundry list of accomplishments in the outdoors — from winning the Silk Road Mountain Race (twice!), to running across a mountain range on six continents, to publishing two books. While each of these accomplishments is exceptional in its own right, Jenny r…
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Have you ever felt the weight of a wine glass tug not just at your hand but your entire life? Susan, our incredible guest and This Naked Mind certified coach, bravely opens up about her transition from stress-induced drinking to a vibrant alcohol-free existence, offering an intimate look at the liberation that comes with breaking free from the bott…
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02/04/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 149 Ruby Williams: Alcohol, Weight-Loss, and Living Your Best Life In this powerful episode of Present & Sober, we dive deep with Coach Ruby, exploring overcoming addiction, losing weight, and finding joy in sobriety - no matter our past! Join us as we unpack the struggles, victories, and invaluable less…
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Today we talk to Jen Hirst! Jen is an open book when it comes to her experience with alcohol addiction. She says it like it is and discusses how she recovered with transparency. This is what drew me to Jen. Her honesty about how dark it got has been such an inspiration for many who can relate and say 'yep me too!". Jen now dedicates her time to hel…
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Show Notes Meg Knobel is the organizer (or as you’ll come to learn, “disorganizer”) of the wildly popular bikepacking event in Southern California, Stagecoach 400. From her first experiences tackling the route, to taking the reins from Brendan Collier in 2019, Meg was an absolute joy to chat with. She talks about hosting the first Grand Depart and …
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26/03/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 148 Jeff Bowersox: Embracing Playfulness in Sobriety This week the one and only Jeff Bowersox returns to candidly share the profound changes sobriety has brought to his relationship with his partner, Tammy, and how they're embracing a playfulness-filled life. We dive into the beauty of recovery, the impo…
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Imagine waking up to a life where the haze of alcohol no longer clouds your clarity, a life where wellness and sobriety walk hand in hand. That's the transformative journey Trish Tucker May, nutritionist and founder of Passion4Juice, shares with us in a revealing conversation about the complexities of alcohol addiction and the pursuit of health. Tr…
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19/03/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 147 Getting Day One Done Present and Sober! Embarking on the journey to a present and sober life can feel monumental and like an uphill struggle - but it doesn't have to! us on today's Present & Sober podcast as we delve into the critical strategies and mindset shifts needed for conquering 'Day One' of a…
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While she's a relative new comer to the world of off-road ultra racing, Nathalie Baillon hardly needs any introduction. She has a laundry list of accolades, including a joint first at Silk Road Mountain Race in August 2023, the fastest woman to ride across Europe, and more. It was such a treat to get to chat with her and learn more about how she fo…
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Justine Whitchurch was on our TVs in the 90's, thriving on the surface, but drinking to soothe anxiety and OCD underneath. In this episode, Justine's story reveals the harsh realities of addiction—how it can lead us to isolation, shame, near death — and turn us into someone we hardly recognise. As with many of us, Justine's dependence on alcohol sl…
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12/03/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 146 A Sober Spring: Embracing Change As we spring into a new season, we're diving into the joy of embracing life without alcohol on this episode of Present & Sober. Join hosts Sam and Ellie as they share inspirational insights, practical tips, and humorous reflections on living fully present and sober in…
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Have you ever reached for a glass of wine to wash away the blues, only to find the weight of the world heavier on your shoulders? It's a story many of us know all too well. In our latest chat, Meg unravels the intricate ties between alcohol and depression, making sense of how this coping mechanism can backfire and deepen our struggles with mental h…
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