Booze Free Bants - Your Sober Pod!

Bit of a different ep today folks, Breeza and Maso have got some news to share!It's not doom and gloom, but there are some changes on the horizon for Booze Free Bants.So buckle up for this one.Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performance is a raspberry flavoured prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.com. 

Dr. Matt Agnew, we all saw him have a 'pash' on The Bachelor, but he is way more than the Bachie!!  He is a 'pashonate' spaceman,  a 'pashonate' robotronic enthusiast, he is one of the founders of Pash, a non-alc beer AND he is a sober dude.This ep is a banger (and the audio is 10/10, thanks Matt).  Despite being the ultimate wing man on the sauce, Matt was having a battle with the bottle.   This chat touches on using to booze to numb, mental health, the importance of speaking up, supportive friends in sobriety, and the newest non-alc beer PASH!Take some notes, as Matt dishes out some really helpful advice to those who want to change their relationship with booze.Buy PASH https://drinkpash.com.au/IG @drmattagnewJess Rowe Big Talk Show https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-jess-rowe-big-talk-show/id1582086299?i=1000609526365Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performance is a raspberry flavoured prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.comIf any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Hangovers are the worst.  They suck the life out of you, chew you up, and spit you back out. Oh, and that's just the physical stuff, the mental chaos of a hangover such as regret, shame, and self-loathing can really do your noggin in.After years of searching for a hangover cure, Breeza and Maso have found one - don't drink!  This ep covers the sciencey stuff behind a hangover, the girls hear from listeners about their hangovers, and the girls share some of the brutal hangovers they have endured over the years.  Buckle up peeps, this episode does contain spew!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performance is a prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.comIf any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Behind every alcohol-free drinks company is a sober/sober curious story, and the story behind Smug AF Cocktails is no exception.Owner of Smug, Lauren (Loz) Lakin is on the other side of the bar, normally Loz interviews people for Smug's IG (Breeza and Maso have both been interviewed), sharing stories of sobriety.   So, with the tables turned, Loz was feeling a bit nervous!In this ep, Loz shares her story of being a boozy party girl, and a part of a family of 'big drinkers' (even Nan gave it a good crack).  But when Loz's Dad ended up in ICU, everything changed for Loz including her drinking habits and creating a range of delicious alcohol-free cocktails.Loz is now a mindful drinker and is saying 'no' to drinks more than she says 'yes', and in her words she is still just as LOUD and just as FUN when she isn't drinking.The girls love SMUG, follow them on IG @smug_af_coctails and shop at www.smugaf.com.au.Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performance is a prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.comIf any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Sobriety isn't a destination, it's a journey - a wild journey at that!In this ep the girls discuss what's been going on in their worlds, and where their sobriety is at.  Maso is staunch af (as F*&# - not alcohol-free

Celebrities are in the spotlight for the good, bad, and the ugly!In this ep the girls shine a light on celebrities that are sober.  From our onshore celebrities to Hollywood stars, they have all had a different journey to sobriety.Breeza and Maso, aren't going to name-drop in the show notes, so you'll have to tune in.  But, they do think they forgot to mention hot rod Zac Efron, who stopped drinking in 2013 after a brief stint in rehab.This episode will surprise you.  While some celebrities speak openly and often about their sobriety, Breeza and Maso found a few surprise packages while researching.Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performance is a raspberry flavoured prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.comIf any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14.

Legends! In this ep Breeza and Maso banter with one of the biggest legends going around - Kirsty Webeck.Kirsty is a comedian and actor, and she has been living her life booze-free for the past couple of years.As Kirsty discusses, there was no ‘ah-ha' moment that led her to stop drinking, no rock bottom, and no intervention - she just got to a point where she worked out that she felt so good without booze, so why drink?You will love this honest, no-frills, and funny chat with Kirsty, she is an absolute cracker.  If you want more giggles with Kirsty follow her @kirstywebeck or visit her website for touring dates www.kirstywebeck.com.Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performance is a raspberry flavoured prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.comIf any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Have you ever stopped and asked yourself what scares you about giving up alcohol?In this ep Breeza and Maso share thoughts that popped into their heads when they were questioning their relationship with booze.Breeza talks about where she is at with her sobriety and why she decided to drink in Bali.Maso shares her inner thoughts and fears of what she thought she was going to miss out on or become when she stopped drinking. We also hear from you guys, the listeners, about what scares you the most about giving booze the flick - and you'll be surprised by some of them.The podcast Breeza talks about is https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/straight-talk-with-mark-bouris/id1572546872?i=1000611631708Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performance is a prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.comIf any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Natasha Green has been off the sauce for 2 years.  She has gone from benders to ice baths #vibe and she isn't looking back, she is loving her sober life.You may remember when Tash burst onto our screens on MAFS Season 7, 2018 (the marriage didn't last (spoiler alert).   Partying was the norm for her until an indecent lead to her wanting and needing to change her relationship with alcohol.For those listeners that are binge drinkers or have been in the past, this ep is so relatable.  Tash, talks about saying goodbye to party friends, and even relocating to Byron Bay to get as far away as possible from the Sydney party scene that she was a part of.  Tash's inner glow is bright, and Breeza and Maso are very excited for Tash and her hubby, Gary's, bright future.   Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performance is a raspberry flavoured prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.comIf any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Imagine hearing the words; 'You have 3 months to live.'  These were the words told to Justine Whitchurch over 10 years ago. Justine is a personal trainer, author, model and motivational speaker.  Having experienced a near-death alcohol addiction, Justine now lives her life with health and fitness as the core foundation.  Breeza and Maso have been following Justine on Instagram for a while now, and she looks as good over zoom as she does on the gram.  Justine is a picture of health! As you will learn in this chat, Justine's health hasn't always been this good.  Justine's drinking started out as fun, then alcohol became her medication.  She compromised her health with her drinking and also compromised her role as a mum from the grip that alcohol had on her.  But as Justine says, she was one of the lucky ones with a supportive family around her she was able to go to rehab and still be with her children.Exercise played an enormous role in her recovery, and still does.   Her purpose now is to pay forward the gift that sobriety and healthy living gave her through her ‘Fearful to Fierce' program.  She is also an advocate for embracing the ‘age is no barrier' principle and continues to demonstrate this through her love of fashion and modeling.Find Justine on Instagram @jusswhitchurch.Sober retreat 23rd - 28th July from more information visit https://book.journeyretreats.com.au/justine-whitchurch Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.com.Enjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.  An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performance is a raspberry flavoured prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation. Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.  Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products at www.cinchskin.com.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Ever done anything on the sauce that you regret?  Welcome to the club, you are not alone.In this episode Breeza and Maso share stories of regret when they drank.  From big hitters like choosing booze over babies, to all the time they will never get back from being hung over.   Thank you to the listeners that also chimed in for this episode and shared their regrets on the booze.The girls shine humor on the regrets - cos if you don't laugh, you'll cry.  And to make everyone feel better here is a cracking quote from Brene Brown “The idea of “no regrets” doesn't mean living with courage, it means living without reflection. To live without regret is to believe we have nothing to learn, no amends to make, and no opportunity to be braver with our lives.”Thanks to our Podcast partners;Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performace is a raspberry flavored prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.comIf any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Buckle up folks, you are about to enter the classroom of Damien Rider.Damien is a life coach, mindset mentor, multi-world record athlete, founder of One Breath Meditation, author, film producer and a TED Speaker - fair to say he has done a bit!In this ep, the girls chat to Damien about his abusive childhood at the hand of his Mum's alcoholic boyfriend, which caused him great pain, ultimately leading Damien to self-destructive behavior with alcohol and drugs. Damien has gone on to build himself as one of the world's fittest extreme adventure athletes, whose performance feats defy logic and whose devotion to victims and the less fortunate endear to millions as one of the most inspirational men in the world.Learn more about Damien here https://damienrider.com/If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. Thanks to our Podcast partners; Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Gut Performace is a raspberry flavored prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auCinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.com

Breeza and Maso are back on the tools for season 3 of Booze Free Bants.The girls have got some exciting things in store for season 3, including 2 new poddy partners (see below).In this ep Breeza and Maso talk about their experience of changing (not breaking habits).  Drinking and smoking are both habits that the girls have changed.  Tune in to hear what worked and what didn't work, and why!As you'll hear in this ep, don't quit quitting. It may not be smooth sailing the first time, but it's all learning!Your favourite segments; shame story, confession session, phone phuck up wth a ph and weekly recommendation are back for season 3, PLUS there is a brand new segment!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.Welcome Gut Performance!Gut Performace is a raspberry flavored prebiotic gut health drink for men and women made from a blend of superfoods that nourishes your gut's natural biome. This prebiotic supplement comes in a tasty powder that can help your digestive system, boost your immunity, and aid general gut issues. Gut Performance is scientifically formulated to help transform your gut, helping with bloating, IBS & gut inflammation.Use BFB15 for 15% off at www.gutperformance.com.auWelcome Cinch!Cinch is an uncomplicated, multi-benefit skincare routine packed with clinically proven ingredients for maximum results.Use BFB25 for 25% off full price products www.cinchskin.comIf any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

What a ride season 2 has been! Maso has been on a huge journey after an 8-year relationship ended, she has shared the ups and down with you our listeners, and in return, Maso has received some beautiful heart-warming messages of support.   Maso has ridden the emotional rollercoaster sober, it's a huge accomplishment.  And for all the work she put in, she is wrapping up season 2 on a high!For Breeza, it's been her first crack at sobriety, and as you would have learned this season, she has dipped her toe back in and has been drinking alcohol here and there.  In this ep Breeza questions, if booze will stay around for much longer in her life,  and she questions what value it has brought her life over the past 9 months.It's been another cracking season all because of YOU!  Thanks for tuning in, thanks for DMing the girls, and thanks for your reviews (hint - please give the poddy a review).Breeza and Maso will be back in your ear holes in 2 weeks time.Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

What a wild ride with Drew Wild!  Drew's story of addiction started with dabbling in a bit of pot, when he was in active addiction with booze and drugs he was living in his car.  In this ep you will hear how Drew challenged the status of quo of addiction being a disease.  Not satisfied with that answer, Drew went searching and carried out a a huge research project on himself!  Drew believes that, quite simply, the vice eg the drugs, booze, social media or food is just a symptom of a deeper rooted problem.   It's just the coping mechanism people have found works to supress the hurt and pain of the past. Drew's mission is to change the away this planet looks at and approaches addiction.   You can connect with Drew on IG @drew_wild or through www.litsrecovery.com where he helps people all over the globe understand and work through their addiction, trauma and codependency. Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 15% off Altina Drinks using BFB15.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Has your drinking ever made you blackout?  What's the worst thing you've done in a blackout?  Breastfed, driven, slept with a stranger, vomited, said awful things, or ended up in a strange place (not all in the same night....)Unfortunately these are the dangerous and reckless situations that Breeza and Maso has found themselves in when drinking and in a blackout.So why do some people blackout when drinking, and others don't?  Buckle up for this episode as the girls share the wisdom they have learnt (from experts like William Porter, author of Alcohol Explained) on blackouts.  You, the listeners have also shared your blackout stories in this ep, thank you, it makes the girls feel slightly better!2 podcasts that get referred to in this ep:The Imperfects https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/dilruk-jayasinha-when-drinking-stopped-being-funny/id1476501557?i=1000607008931The inspired Unemployed https://open.spotify.com/episode/6i6tpoyos3Ku8OdMst7c3X?si=a9d247851cd549beThanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

In 2018 professional working Mum, Lucy realised that her excessive had to stop.  In this episode, Breeza and Maso chat to Lucy about how bad her drinking really got, why she decided to quit, and most importantly how she quit, and has stayed sober for 4 years and 4 months at the time of recording.Lucy's story is super relatable to Breeza and Maso, her black-out drinking, her drinking to numb, and how her life changed once she stopped drinking and did the work.Lucy is the co-founder of Thrivalist Sobriety, an Australian-born business with a genuinely global community, empowering and inspiring sober-curious women worldwide of all ages and backgrounds. Learn more here www.thrivalistsobriety.com.Lucy brings the shock factor with her shame story and phone phuck up with a PH!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.com.Enjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Howdy folks, this ep is bringing all the feels!  Breeza and Maso discover they are both feeling a bit meh and are missing the loosey goosey times on the sauce.In this ep, the girls discuss that it's not all rainbows and lollypops in sobriety (or in Breeza's case moderating).  There are times when they have both wanted to dive down a bottle of rose to have a night of mischief.  The sober space is a super positive space, but in this ep, you'll hear a couple of negative nancys speaking their truth, and telling you how they are feeling right now - there is no sugar coating here, you are getting warts and all!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

They don't come more gruff and burly than Jimmy Buckley, but at his core, he is a big softie, with a deep and infectious belly chuckle.Jimmy played in the Victoria Football League from 1976 - 1990.  What a time to be alive!  His week consisted of playing footy with his mates, winning games, then frothing on with the boys to celebrate.  Jimmy has many fond memories of these years. But what happens next when your footy career ends, you have no job and the boredom kicks in?  In Jimmy's case, his drinking increased to the point of it becoming a daily habit, and at times it wasn't with 'the boys', he was drinking on his own.Fast forward to 2023, Jimmy hasn't had any booze for over 2 years.  In his words, he has 'rebooted' himself, and it's like he can 'see the ball better.'  In this ep, you will hear about the courageous conversation that was started by Jimmy's son Dylan, to address his Dads drinking, and to help him on his road to recovery.The girls think they have met their match when it comes to bantering. Jimmy is a storyteller, he loves reminiscing about the good old days and now he is sharing his story to help others.  Buckle up with Jimmy Buckley!Some references in the poddyHerald Sun article https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/i-was-on-a-selfdestructive-alcoholfuelled-binge-that-was-taking-me-nowhere-other-than-deeper-into-the-dark-side/news-story/2f8623ff2181b1bbae423c48f3f9072fDylans chat with the fellas from Imperfects podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/dyl-friends/id1417124389?i=1000540610600 (https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/dyl-friends/id1417124389?i=1000540610600)Tickets to Pub With No Booze Event in Footscray, Victorian Hotel, find all the details here https://www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au/program/the-pub-with-no-booze-8113   Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines (https://altinadrinks.com/collections/non-alcoholic-wine) and alcohol free products (https://altinadrinks.com/collections/products).If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14.

The girls have got their first-ever scoop! Yep, your ears are about to hear something that the rest of the world doesn't know - and the best part is you can be part of this world first at Pub With No Booze (scroll down for tickets).Now, enter the classroom of NON, your teachers are Founder, Aaron Trotman, and GM Rish Ravalia! NON is an alternative wine, but it's like nothing else on the market.The flavours are REAL, and each bottle is prepared in a michelin star kitchen by 4 chefs.  Aaron is all about giving people an experience. NON was born to solve a problem.  The problem is being solved in Australia, London and now America!  What an exciting time to be a pioneer in the non-alc space.   Fun fact - 70% of people who consume non-alcs also drink booze, we are talking about a huge market here.  This episode will surprise and delight you, you will gain a new appreciation for NON and the non-alc space.   Aaron and Rish are cracking fellas and Maso and Breeza can't wait to hang out with them at Pub with No Booze.Find out where you can purchase NON here https://www.non.world/pages/store-locatorTickets to Pub With No Booze Event in Footscray, Victorian Hotel, find all the details here https://www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au/program/the-pub-with-no-booze-8113   Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

We had overwhelming feedback about our episode with Anthony Hammond (ep 67).  Something struck a cord in each and every one of you.  A few days after the ep drop we were contacted by his wife Jo.  Jo wanted to share her side of the story.This is a powerful chat with a strong woman.  A woman who went on the rollercoaster of addiction with her husband, to support him, to protect her sons, and to keep everything together.  As Jo explains, being the supportive wife of an alcoholic is a lonely place.  There is so much shame, anger, resentment, exhaustion, and worry that comes with it.According to the experts, Jo did everything wrong, she gave Anthony ultimatums - 'stop drinking, or you won't see your family again,' in her words, she was a bitch to him.  But ultimately she had love and hope for the man she married.We know Jo's story will give hope to those who are suffering in silence and playing the support role of a loved one in active addiction. If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14.    Tickets to Pub With No Booze Event in Footscray, Victorian Hotel, find all the details here https://www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au/program/the-pub-with-no-booze-8113   Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.   

Getting back on the horse after a heartbreaking relationship breakdown can be daunting.  Back in the day, Maso would have armed herself with a couple of bottles of rose before firing up Bumble or Hinge.In this episode, Maso shares her story of sober swiping on dating apps.  As you'll learn, Maso feels empowered; everything is on her terms, and she feels safe; - being sober and alert she has her wits about her.  Her friendly hookups with hot men have been fun, and respectful, and she has been getting her rocks off - which is a bonus (or aim of the game, choose your own adventure!).All the single ladies and men, get your ears around this ep, in Maso's experience sober swiping is an adventure where you get to feel all the feels (and remember it!),  and who knows you may meet your happy (ish) ever after, or make some new friends….with benefits. If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14.   Tickets to Pub With No Booze Event in Footscray, Victorian Hotel, find all the details here https://www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au/program/the-pub-with-no-booze-8113   Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.

Joe is a proud Wiradjuri, 1st Nations Aboriginal man born in Cowra, raised in Wagga NSW.   Joe played in the National Rugby League for South Sydney Rabbitohs, Penrith Panthers and Canterbury Bulldogs before switching to professional Boxing in 2009.His drinking and illegal drug-taking helped him escape and numb, but things got out of control.  A conversation with a mate on a bus changed everything for Joe.  He walked into AA, and put down the bottle and illegal drugs.  Joe has been sober for 17 years.In 2009 Joe was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, hearing those words made sense to him.  After a suicide attempt in 2012, Joe felt his purpose was to help people who struggle with mental illness.    Now a published author, Joe's autobiography ‘Defying The Enemy Within' shares not only his life's story but offer's practical tools anyone can implement into their lives to improve and maintain their emotional wellbeing.   He does a lot of work in the trauma space and is always prepared to have the 'uncomfortable' conversations that most of us dodge, he certainly went there in this chat. The girls loved this chat with Joe, he is a change-maker and when he speaks, people listen.Learn more about Joe on his website https://www.joewilliams.com.au/Joe's recommendations in the poddy are;  What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing - Book by Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey and The Dreaming Path: Indigenous Thinking to Change Your Life - Book by Paul Callaghan.The Wisdom of Trauma Documentary by Gabor Mate (along with his other work) and the work of Johann Hari.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. Tickets to Pub With No Booze Event in Footscray, Victorian Hotel, find all the details here https://www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au/program/the-pub-with-no-booze-8113  Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Anthony 'Noddy' Hammond is an alcoholic.   In the depths of his active addiction, he was drinking a bottle of Jameson Whiskey, snorting half a bag of coke, and then after lunch, he was on Vodka because people couldn't smell that - well that's what his addiction told him.As Noddy tells us, addiction is a lonely place.  He could be in a busy bar surrounded by his loved ones and feel like he was on his own.   Noddy has been sober for 2 years, he has got the light back in his life, his world has opened up, he has clarity, he has found gratitude, he is a better person in all of his relationships, and he has said goodbye to his ego.How did he turn his life around?   Noddy spent 28 days in rehab - he entered rehab because of the pain he was putting his supportive wife Jo through.  He thought he would go to rehab and come out after 28 and be able to drink again.  But something clicked for him in rehab, and he started doing the work and hasn't stopped since.This episode has a lot in it, it's an insightful chat about Noddy's experience in rehab, and then what the next steps were for him once he got out of rehab.   Noddy is a pioneer in the non-alcoholic drinks space, he is hosting a Pub With No Booze Event at his pub in Footscray, Victorian Hotel, for the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. Find all the details here https://www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au/program/the-pub-with-no-booze-8113Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

What do you do for fun?  Are you pregnant?  When will you drink again?  Do you miss booze? Breeza & Maso have been asked all these questions and more over the past 18 months.  In the early days, Breeza found these questions confronting and would fumble her way through her answer.   So Breeza and Maso have put their heads together, and have come up with a list of frequently asked questions about not drinking alcohol, and how they would answer them.   Surprisingly, some of their responses are quite different. So buckle up folks,  get your pen and paper ready as you enter the Booze Free Bants Classroom of Frequently Asked Question's.The saying the Breeze butchered in the podcast is; One Is Too Many And A Thousand Not Enough.Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

As the girls are no longer chasing piss, they have discovered who they are off this piss.In this ep Breeza and Maso discuss that after 25ish years of drinking, they didn't really know who there were until they stopped drinking.  Who can honestly say that at the age of 14-15 (when they potentially kick off some form of relationship with booze), that they know who they are?Since removing booze the girls have discovered deeper connections, more confidence, more patience, they're making memories instead of losing memories, and they both have so much more time because they're not chasing piss!Who are you off the piss?  Have you been off it long enough to know?Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Breeza and Maso are back in the hot seat with their first recording back from holidays.The girls have had a hectic December, Maso has been in Bali for work, a vay cay on the Gold Coast, and a side serve of emotions with Christmas and spending her birthday on her own for the first time EVER.  There were wobbly moments and a huge craving  - did she get through it?Breeza had a busy December with 13 xmas parties and events.  Buckle up for Breeza's recap as she shares what made her decide to tie one on for her office party, after deciding she wouldn't drink.  The other 12 parties?  You'll have to tune in.Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia, that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Vika Bull OAM is Australian music royalty, she is one half of the sister duo Vika and Linda Bull.  Vika spent years living a rockin' roll life style, which included booze, and lots of partying.   On Jan 28th 2022 Vika put down the bottle for one last time.In this episode Vika shares with Breeza and Maso her drinking journey, her why of drinking and quitting, her regrets, and what life was like when she was drinking.  She speaks very openly and honestly about things she has done while drinking that she isn't proud of, and how ultimately her behaviour when drinking came between her and her sister Linda.But it's far from doom and gloom for Vika Bull, in fact, she is just getting started.  Age is no barrier for Vika, she adores performing on stage sober and has found that she is experiencing and enjoying new experiences when performing at gigs and festivals.   Her voice has improved (the girls didn't think this was even possible), and she looks and feels so fresh!  Vika is so excited for what the future holds, Breeza and Maso will be fan girling hard in the crowd watching her at Red Hot Summer Tour in Feb.You will want more of Vika after this ep, so grab a copy No Bull, by Vika and Linda Bull, it's a beautiful read.  Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Howdy folks!! Breeza and Maso are pumped!The alcohol free drinks space is exploding, going from $4.5 million in value in 2020 to $141 million in 12 months.  But the most exciting part is, it's still in its infancy in Australia, and such an exciting space to watch grow.So what are Breeza and Maso's wishes in 2023 when it comes to alcohol free drinks? The girls are thinking pie-in-the-sky ideas #painttheplane (you'll have to tune in to hear about that).  Breeza & Maso would love to see some of their favourite  alcohol free drinks on planes, in airports, at sporting arenas, local sporting clubs, festivals, concerts, markets, horse racing, and business events.  In this ep the girls talk about how they (and their listeners) can speak up and push for more alcohol free options.  What's the worst someone can say back?  ‘no, sorry we don't have that, and won't be stocking that' - no harm done! The girls can't wait to see what new, shiny, tasty alcohol-free drinks are going to be launched in 2023. Buckle up!In this weeks confession session Maso is doing a Coyote Ugly & Breeza is on a 14-night footy trip in Dublin! 

The girls are kicking off 2023 with a foursome! Breeza and Maso are thrilled to be joined by fellow sober podcasters Will Hitchens and Mitch Ford from Last Drinks podcast.Will and Mitch's drinking looked the 'same, same but different.'  Will has been in recovery for 5 years and Mitch for 2 years.   The boys have had very different recovery journeys, with Will entering rehab and Mitch having to move interstate in order to break free from booze.The boys share some pretty hectic boozy stories (one may say it's a shit show in the literal sense), and some very cringe-worthy phone phuck ups (with a PH!).   But it's their vulnerability and rawness that make this chat so special and so relatable.   Buckle up folks, this ep is the first of many incredible chats that girls will be having in 2023!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Happy Boxing Day!   Breeza and Maso have had the sorry episode, now it's time for the thank you episode!In the final episode of 2022 Breeza and Maso called upon their online community to send in stories that needed a 'thank-you shout-out' to someone or something.From über drivers to parents to random people, to entire continents - there are many people and things that look after intoxicated people, so it's time to say thanks.Yes, this is a light-hearted episode, and the girls and their community are here to tell the tale, but unfortunately, many people are not because of drunk accidents, drunk drivers, or acts of violence while under the influence of alcohol and or drugs. Breeza and Maso would like to extend their sympathy and thoughts to those families who have lost a loved one from an alcohol-related death.  Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Broken bones, blackouts, and bottles of tequila were the norm for Scotty.  During the lockdown in Melbourne, solo drinking became a regular activity for him.  Alcohol was his friend.....and enemy.After seeing a family member go through a body transformation, which included no booze, Scotty decided that enough was enough, and he dropped the bottle.  So what does being sober and part of the queer community look like?  In this episode, Scotty tells Breeza and Maso about how and why he quit booze, and what challenges he still faces today.You'll fall in love with Scotty, he is so fresh-faced, his light is shining so bright and he is helping and entertaining others along the way through his Tik Tok videos.  Scotty too hotty, we love you!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Ever stopped and asked yourself why you don't drink?   Recently, Breeza and Maso have discovered that their 'why' of not drinking has changed, and they are here to share why their whys have changed.This is Maso's third stint at sobriety, each time she has spent time off the sauce she has learned something from it.  For Maso, sobriety is a gift, a gift that keeps giving! This is Breeza's first stint off the sauce, but of late she has been able to moderate with booze, which she is finding is a slippery slop.So both the girls are needing to check in and go back to their whys.  Being really clear on your 'why' is an important piece of the sober jig saw puzzle.  The girls have discovered revisiting their why is helpful to keep evolving.Expect some cringe moments with Confession Session and Phone Phuck up with a PH.If you're feeling a bit wobbly heading into Christmas, this is a good ep to eat up!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Remember Farmer Dave from Big Brother in 2006 and 2022?  Breeza and Maso sure do, the girls had a mega crush on him back in the day!  Dave is now a sober lad, and he is projecting out some huge sober-boy-from-the-country vibes!Behind this ruggedly handsome man, Dave, there is a story.  A story of social anxiety, a story of being the fun party guy, a story of life in the country, and a story of resilience and triumph over the bottle.   Dave loves a yarn, he loves his dogs, and he loves the work he does with teenagers to keep them on the right track.  In 2020 he realised that if he was to help teenagers make the right decisions, then he too needed to make the right decisions, and lead by example.  But it's how Dave stepped away from booze, literally, that makes his story so heartwarming.What a great bloke Dave is, the girls have now gone from a crush to obsessed with him!  This ep is a corka! #punintended.Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Christmas chaos has arrived!Breeza and Maso have both done Christmas without booze, so in this ep they are dishing out tips on how to get through Christmas without sloshing it in booze, or if that's not for you, they also talk about ways to limit your booze intake.The whole month of December is party central, one party rolls into the next.  As you'll hear from the girls, it is a massive vibe bouncing through December without being dusty with a side-serve of cotton mouth from party darts.Folks, whatever your drinking looks like in December, the girls encourage you to have one less or heaps less - what have you got to lose? Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14.  

Ever bantered with someone who has never been drunk before? Neither had Breeza and Maso until they had this chat with First National Real Estate CEO, Ray Ellis.  The girls have officially dubbed Ray, a 'ray of sunshine.'  Ray finds joy in the simple things, this was something that was instilled in him at a young age by his Grandma.  After seeing a couple of guys perched up at a bar and not looking too well, Ray decided that booze was never going to be for him, so he just never drank!In a culture that normalises binge drinking, it's hard to believe that Ray has never been drunk, but as you'll learn in this episode Ray doesn't need booze to enhance his mood or to party with.  Ray speaks about booze in the corporate world, and where he sees it fitting in.  Whatever your relationship is with booze, you will learn a great deal in this ep.  Thanks Ray! Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Ever woken up after a sesh, with your heart racing and the feeling of dread and thinking 'what did I do last night?' ' what did I say, and who to?', 'did I make a dick of myself again?' and then proceed to do your head in over it for the whole day, and then some!?  Hi, hangxiety, not nice to meet you again, I better pour some booze on you!'And what about social anxiety - booze can cure that too right?In ep 54 Breeza and Maso unpack the Xieties! Maso shares a recent bout of sober social anxiety she experienced, and how she worked through that booze-free.   As the girls discover, they have both had bouts of social anxiety and have suffered from hangxiety, but just accepted that it came with drinking.Any anxiety is not pleasant, and according to the girls' IG survey, MANY of you have experienced it through drinking alcohol.    Have you tried reducing your booze intake or getting off it completely for a period of time?  This episode may just make you want to give it a crack! Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Welcome to part B of Breeza and Maso's chat with Fiona O'Loughlin.In this episode Fiona talks about her ADHD diagnosis, which has helped her make sense of her mind, her way of thinking, and her addiction.   She shares a story about how she thought she wouldn't be funny without drinking and how one chance conversation changed her outlook.  Through everything Fiona has been through (both in and out of the public eye), she is now giving back and helping others.   Addiction affects 1 in 10 people, Fiona wants to change the conversation about addiction and tackle the stigma and misinformation that stops people getting the help they need.Fiona reads a page from her book, Truths from an Unreliable Witness, it's a beautiful moment and one that Breeza and Maso were very touched by.  The girls wish nothing but light, love and happiness for Lady O'Loughlin. Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Buckle up for this episode folks, this episode is so big the girls have made it a two-parter (that's a first for BFB!)Fiona O'Loughlin is Australian comedy royalty!   As well as a critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, Fiona O'Loughlin is an accomplished Writer, TV presenter and Media Personality.  Her story doesn't stop there, Fiona is a recovering alcoholic, and over the last 15 years has been fighting the disease of addiction.In part A, Fiona shares her most difficult moments with alcohol, her attempts to end her own life, what made her pick up the bottle time and time again, her guilt and shame, and her raw emotion when it comes to her family.Fiona brings the lol's while sharing her story, so enjoy this ep folk.  Part B will be released next week.Fiona is currently performing in Melbourne; the show is called Nickyboy & Queen Fee and it's at Lido Cinemas on December 7 at 7.30pm thanks to Lido Comedy.Nickyboy & Queen Fee are doing a fundraiser in Wallaroo on November 25 with more dates to come.  Check out Fiona's website at http://www.fionao.com.au or her Facebook for more!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.com.  Enjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.  Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.  If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Folks, Breeza has dipped her toe back in the drinking scene and she has brought all her learnings from her drinking episode into the Booze Free Bants classroom. From her taste buds changing, her 'why' of not drinking changing, counting her drinks, and being very aware of the slippery slope she is now at the top of,  Breeza has learned a lot.Maso shares her experience with relapse and why she dipped her toe back into drinking, which ultimately lead to destruction in her life and relationships. Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

EPISODE 50!! Holy hat!  The girls are up and about on their 50th ep.  Firstly they need to chat about an exciting event in Melbourne  they are a part of; Pub with No Booze, Saturday 29 Oct.  Details and tickets can be found here; https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/pub-with-no-booze-tickets-417732056827?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete&keep_tld=1Now into the ep - Breeza and Maso share their 5 top tips to have a break from booze.  The girls chat about what has worked for them in the early days, what works now that they are over 12 months in, and what tools they lean on when they have wobbly moments.  It doesn't matter where you are on your sobriety, or if you just want a week off the booze, these tips WILL help.  PS - the girls are a little sweary in this ep they apologise in advance! Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Need some life inspo?! This week's guest is the founder of The Good Human Factory, he is a pro surfer, co-owner of a booze company, he is a podcaster and at the age of 28, he is sober.  Enter Cooper Chapman!Cooper is taking a year off the sauce! Why?  A conversation he had with one of his podcast guests, sparked an interest in Cooper to explore what life would look like for him without booze for 12 months.  How's it going?  At week 29 Cooper is flying! Cooper has a wise head on his shoulders, he is curious and he likes to 'grow through life' rather than 'go through life.'  Cooper shares what he has discovered about himself in the past 5 months alcohol-free.  If you want to learn more about Cooper's 12 months off the sauce, he drops a 10 minutes weekly podcast over Good Humans with Cooper.  Buckle up for confession session, we've got 2 bloody crackers!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Welcome to Ocsober.  If you're having a month off booze or reducing it, this episode is super timely for you! There are so many benefits to experience after giving booze the flick - clarity, more time in the week, deeper connections, etc, but what about the physical changes?In this ep Breeza and Maso chat about what physical changes they have experienced and noticed since ditching booze.  The list is long!  From skin to sex, and everything in-between Breeza and Maso share a lot on this topic.  Maso chats about her 3 bouts of sobriety and how each one has brought different physical changes.The physical changes are a bonus in sobriety, as the girls discover they have been experiencing similar changes and a whole heap of different changes from one another!Goodluck with Ocsober legends!! Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14.

What happens when alcohol is removed from your life without you choosing it to be? This very thing happened to Cathy O'Brien 10 years ago.A health crisis was the tipping point for Cath, her body was rejecting booze.Cath is super honest with her journey; she chats to the girls about her rock bottom, how she replaced one addiction with another, and a condition that literally bought her to her knees - Function Neurological Disorder.  She talks about how she discovered what sat behind her addictions, and the work she has done and continues to do on herself. It's a work in progress every day, but with support from her loved ones, especially her biggest support crew Janey,  Cath keeps moving forward.This ep takes a few unexpected turns so buckle up peeps - Cath you're a star! Find Cath on IG @cathy_l_obrienThanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Alcohol cravings have been coming thick and fast for Breeza, so it's time to unpack it with Maso.   Why has Breeza been getting cravings?  What has she been doing to work through the cravings?  In this ep the girls talk about the C-Word - Cravings!If you've been having cravings, tune into this ep to hear what strategies and tools have been working for the girls when a craving pops up.  If you haven't been getting cravings, firstly, lucky you, secondly, still tune in because when a craving comes (and it may!) you'll have the tools to know what to do to get over it.  Confession session - Breeza and Maso both spill the tea on some shockers.Phone Phuck up with a PH - ohhhh it's a stinker!!! #IYKYKThanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14.

When Katerine quit drinking she thought things in her life would have a positive shift, but 6 weeks after she quit, life threw Katherine a massive curve ball - of the cancer variety.In this ep Kathrine chats to Breeza and Maso about her years of binge drinking before realising that she was role modelling this sort of drinking to her 3 young boys.  So after one horrific hangover (the story from the night before is a barry crocker) Katherine gave booze the flick, and then shit got real!When Katherine was diagnosed with Breast Cancer she started researching the link between booze and cancer, and she was absolutely shocked with what she learnt.  So shocked, that she felt compelled to share her knowledge with others.   Katherine is The Alcohol Mindset Coach, and now helps people who want to change their relationship with booze.This chat dives deep into Katherines binge drinking past, her 'why' of quitting, and where she is at now with breast cancer.  Buckle up for Katherines 'confession session'  story - the girls were in stitches over it, and gave her a couple of nicknames for her efforts on the Smirnoff!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14.  

Ever woke up after a boozy sesh and needed to say sorry for your behaviour from the night before?  Breeza and Maso have been there, and it turns out a lot of their listeners have too.A few weeks ago the girls put out a call to their listeners, giving them the opportunity to anonymously publicly apologise for their drunken antics.   It's safe to say the girls inbox exploded with emails!  In this ep the girls read out some of the silly, stupid, wild, random antics that have been sent in, with a public apology at the end.  Some lowlights include - the whole of Rome being apologised to, mates with missing eyebrows; yep sorry, sorry to the bride for ruining your wedding, and many more cringe stories.  It's good to say sorry, do you need to say sorry to anyone because of your boozy behaviour?  Go on, do it, get it off your chest!Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Awggh Dilruk, what a beautiful man.In today's ep Breeza and Maso banter with comedian Dilruk Jayasinha.  At the time of recording, it was Dilruk's 6th-year soberversary!!  Dilruk is adored by audiences far and wide with his comedy acts, he was once also adored because of his drinking ability.   Dil opens up about why he drank and why he gave booze the flick.  From an Accountant (yes, Dil was an accountant!) who could really tie one on, to a sober comedian and TV star - Dil is an absolute inspiration; and it goes without saying, an absolute crack up, he had the girls in stitches during the poddy.As the girls learned Dil is a deep thinker and he has so much personal growth wisdom to share.Buckle up for this ep folks, it's an absolute cracker.  Side note, there is a bit of C word action, so if you don't dig it - SCRAM.Booze Free Bants podcast Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Why do some people become addicted to booze and others don't?  Why and how do people become addicted to booze?   How do you know if you are addicted to booze? How do we have tough conversations with a loved one about their relationship with booze?  Breeza and Maso are in the classroom with their very special guest today.  Cam Cail is a Nurse Practitioner specialising in Addiction, and he is here to educate BFB listeners about addiction.  Cam covers all the above questions and so much more.Recovering from alcohol addiction is  more than dropping the bottle.  Cam works with his patients to dive into what sits behind their addiction, and helps them to improve their life.  This ep is a must listen for ALL, because addiction does not discriminate. Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

The girls feel like they have just had a therapy session! In this ep Breeza and Maso chat with psychotherapy student and founder of It's Not Me It's Booze, Mel Watkins, what an absolute jet  she is!   Mel's story covers a lot, her sobriety journey started after she attended a funeral of a loved one.  Before that, Mel was a boozy party girl, living in chaos, trauma, and dealing with a mental health diagnosis at the age of 17.  She is now living an alcohol and drug free life and empowering others to do so through he business, It's Not Me It's Booze. But it's not all sunshine and roses living an alcohol and drug free life.  Mel has had boozy bouts along the way, and guess what - it wasn't the end of the world.   She talks about what made her want to drink again, and how she overcame these hurdles to continue living an AF life.There is so much energy in this episode, Mel has a HUGE and infectious personality.  Buckle up!  Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14. 

Two trailer park girls go round the outside, round the outside......Welcome back to Booze Free Bants Season 2!  What a season you guys are in for, the girls have new segments; Confession Session replaces Shame Story and Phone Phuck Up with a PH replaces Text Regret #samesamebutdifferent.  New segments, means new tunes!!!  Producer Erek (or E Dawg to the girls), has not disappointed in this department.  So, we left season 1 wondering if Breeza and Maso will get back on it?  Did they, didn't they? You'll have to tune in, there is a lot to unpack, so in the wise words of the girls - Buckle up!Side note - Breeza'a audio isn't the best in this ep. NFI why.Thanks to our Podcast partner Altina Drinks www.altinadrinks.comEnjoy 10% off Altina Drinks using BFB10.Altina are Non-Alcoholic wines built from Botanicals and Australian Native ingredients.An alcohol-free drink option that tastes great, without all the sugar! Altina make alcohol-free drinking stylish, fun, interesting and accessible with their Zero Proof™ Non Alcoholic Craft Wines and alcohol free products.If any of today's discussion is triggering, please reach out to your local support centre.  In Australia that's Lifeline 13 11 14.