Podcasts about Alcohol

Paperface returns for a silly episode in which we discuss The Odyssey, a baller bachelor party they just went to, giving speeches at weddings WITHOUT AI, Pape parenting updates, and much much more.Air Date 7/23/26DON'T FORGET TO WATCH FAGA'S NEW SPECIAL "BURN AFTER SAYING" ON THE HSR YOUTUBE PAGE!⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxIHJU2LotU⁠⁠Support Our Sponsors!Body Brain Coffee: https://bodybraincoffee.com/ - Grab A Bag of Body Brain Coffee with Promo Code HSR20 to get 20% off!YoKratom: https://yokratom.com/3rd Mic Harrington: https://3rdmicharrington.com/High Society Radio is 2 native New Yorkers who started from the bottom and didn't raise up much. That's not the point, if you enjoy a sideways view on technology, current events, or just an in depth analysis of action movies from 2006 this is the show for you.Chris Stanley is the on air producer for Bennington on Sirius XM.Chris Faga is a lifelong street urchin, a former head chef, county comitteman and supposed comedian. Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisFromBklynInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisfrombklynEngineer: DomExecutive Producer: JorgeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themharrington/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheMHarringtonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Many women are told their hormone symptoms are simply part of getting older—but what if the real root cause goes much deeper? In this episode of the Core Connections Podcast, Erica sits down with Functional Health Practitioner Kristin Barrett to discuss the powerful connections between blood sugar, hormones, PCOS, gut health, sleep, stress, and the nervous system. Kristin shares her personal journey from struggling with PCOS and infertility to becoming an FDN Practitioner who now helps women uncover the root causes behind fatigue, hormone imbalance, digestive issues, and low energy. You'll also hear practical conversations about protein, alcohol, self-care, building sustainable habits, and why taking care of yourself is one of the greatest gifts you can give your family. Whether you're navigating PCOS, perimenopause, or simply want to feel better in your body, this episode is packed with practical encouragement and actionable tips In this episode you'll learn: Why blood sugar is foundational for hormone health  The truth about PCOS  Protein vs. carbohydrates Stress and nervous system regulation  Alcohol's impact on hormones and sleep  Simple habits that improve health  Building a purpose-driven business  Personal growth and investing in yourself Resources: Kristen's website https://epichealthllc.com/ Kristen's free 7 day meal plan https://dogged-innovator-7117.kit.com/a636fcbfb3 Erica's website https://www.ericaziel.com/ Erica's Core Athletica Instructor Courses https://www.ericaziel.com/instructors Erica's Health Coaching (very limited) https://www.ericaziel.com/health Learn more about becoming an FDN Practitioner here https://partners.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/3f0prfhht37f    

Hope is often mistaken for a feeling of optimism, but for many people it looks much quieter: the decision to stay alive and keep going even when nothing feels certain. In this episode, we explore how hope is less about feeling inspired and more about choosing, day after day, to remain open to the possibility that life can change. Sometimes the most meaningful act is not thriving—it's surviving.Key TakeawaysHope is not a mood; it is a decision.You do not need certainty to keep going.Survival is a meaningful achievement.Choosing “one more day” is an act of courage.Staying alive preserves the possibility of connection, healing, and purpose.Quiet hope often sounds like: “I'm not done yet.”Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:In the US: Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386Outside the US:International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

What if the villain isn't high cortisol, but low? Does the idea of relaxing make you cringe? Erin Kinney, ND, is a Naturopathic Doctor who specializes in helping type A patients use cortisol as a currency to generate energy, handle stress, heal, & perform. She is also the author of The Cortisol Cure: The Secret to Resetting Your Stress Response, Boosting Energy & Feeling Better Than Ever. In this episode, she describes two patients with wacked out cortisol (is this YOU?), the relationship of burnout & cortisol, how to understand your HRV, if your fasting & exercise could be making your stress worse, when stress is GOOD, free tips to rebalance your stress hormones & how to find the right doctor to work with you If you liked this episode, you'll also like episode 61: REDUCING STRESS THROUGH BREATHING: HACKS FOR THE NON-HIPPY Guest:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dr-kinney-show/id1547023817 https://a.co/d/06TmZ6hw https://www.thekinneyclinic.com/about-dr-erin-kinney https://www.instagram.com/TheKinneyClinichttps://www.facebook.com/TheKinneyClinic Sponsors: https://www.historicpensacola.org/about-us/  4:20 What your labs should say6:58 The cortisol bank account9:06 The real ideal numbers11:34 Introvert vs extrovert stress14:28 CGM spikes as a clue16:10 What HRV is really telling you23:51 Two muscles: stress and rest25:21 Mold, trauma, and fight or flight27:14 The 90/10 rule31:15 Is burnout just low cortisol?31:51 The top 3 culprits37:29 Meditation and the off switch39:31 The compressed vagus nerve43:30 Why exercise isn't relaxing44:30 Are you overtraining?45:17 Fasting: his vs hers47:22 Alcohol, weed, and your bank account48:57 Free tips you can use today53:24 Finding the right doctorRequest to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAt3bpwJC/Follow me in all the places:https://www.meredithforreal.com/  https://www.instagram.com/the_curiousintrovert/ meredith@meredithforreal.comhttps://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal https://www.facebook.com/curiousintrovert

Natalie Crawford, MD is double board certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and author of the bestselling book, The Fertility Formula. She is co-founder of Fora Fertility, a boutique fertility practice in Austin, Texas and CEO and co-founder of Learn at Pinnacle, a medical education network. Dr. Crawford completed her undergraduate at Auburn University obtaining a degree in Nutrition Science, Medical School at University of Texas Medical Branch, OBGYN Residency at University of Texas Southwestern, and REI Fellowship at University of North Carolina, concurrently obtaining a Master of Science in Clinical Research. Today on the show we discuss how cannabis and alcohol affect fertility in men and women, how long reproductive health may take to recover after quitting, the surprising relationship between GLP 1 medications and fertility, how chronic stress and insulin resistance can make it harder to conceive, the five lifestyle habits that support healthier eggs and sperm, and why proactive fertility testing can help couples avoid losing valuable time. Try Momentous Signature Spec Creatine: https://www.livemomentous.com Use code ADVERSITY for up to 35% off your entire first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's important to maintain that Final Girl Energy, gang. That's what all of these urban legends have been preparing you for! We learn why it's important to train kids young to spot ghosts, and why bringing your spooky partner home may lead to finding out you've got ghosts watching you at night!Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of defecation, auditory hallucination, abusive relationships, death, physical harm, menstruation, and home invasion.Housekeeping- Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests' books, and more at spiritspodcast.com/books- Call to Action: Send in those urban legend emails!- Submit Your Urban Legends Audio: Call us! 617-420-2344Find Us Online- Website & Transcripts: spiritspodcast.com- Patreon: patreon.com/spiritspodcast- Merch: spiritspodcast.com/merch- Instagram: instagram.com/spiritspodcast- Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiritspodcast.com- Twitter: twitter.com/spiritspodcast- Tumblr: spiritspodcast.tumblr.comCast & Crew- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin- Editor: Bren Frederick- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: multitude.productionsAbout UsSpirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3474: Helen West explains that while busy lifestyles often leave people feeling exhausted, many cases of low energy can be improved through simple, evidence-based lifestyle changes. She explores practical ways to naturally boost energy, including getting better sleep, managing stress, staying active, avoiding smoking, and limiting alcohol consumption. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-boost-energy Quotes to ponder: "This lack of sleep can result in you feeling lethargic, grumpy and tired." "Levels of stress can make you feel tired and drained. Finding ways to minimize lifestyle-related stress can help keep up your energy levels." "If you live a sedentary lifestyle and feel low on energy, participating in regular exercises like brisk walking or cycling can boost your energy levels." Episode references: Meditation: https://www.mindful.org/how-to-meditate/ U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Alcohol: https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. Trump Administration's 50% Tariff on Canadian Goods Main points: The administration argues that Canada has unfairly discriminated against U.S. products, particularly: American automobiles Alcohol products Dairy exports The tariff is presented as a way to protect: American workers Manufacturers Farmers Domestic industries The policy reportedly uses Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, a rarely used authority allowing tariffs on countries deemed to discriminate against U.S. commerce. Not all Canadian goods would be affected: Energy products Fish Critical minerals Other strategic goods are reportedly exempt. The commentary argues that Canada depends more on access to the U.S. market than vice versa and predicts Canada may eventually negotiate. 2. Minnesota Welfare Fraud and IRS Investigation Main points: Fraud could total in the billions of dollars The "Feeding Our Future" fraud scandal and broader allegations involving public benefits programs. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is said to have announced: IRS audits of financial institutions Investigations by FinCEN (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network) A federal task force to examine money laundering tied to the fraud Follow the path of funds after they were allegedly stolen and determine whether: Banks Money service businesses Financial intermediaries knowingly facilitated money laundering or ignored suspicious activity. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Brady post-NFL career becoming cringy, Nolan Wells conspiracy theories, grandpa thrown by bison breaks his silence, Claude Lemieux's sex addiction, Pan Am Flight 256 found, Aaron Rodgers finally reunites with family, male pornstar awareness, and revisiting Adam Levine Instagram DMs. Randy Spears sparks a conversation about awesome male porn stars throughout the years. Nobody apparently lives up to Drew's favorite, Johnny Wadd. Sports Insanity: Aaron Rodgers has reunited with his family after being estranged for over 10 years... except that one crappy Bachelor brother. Brooklyn Beckham remains estranged from his family. Claude Lemieux's son says he relapsed into sex addiction, ESPN blows out Cam Newton and Ryan Clark. Tom Brady and Logan Paul will square off in the ring! An old Cubbies fan smacked an unpatriotic younger fan for not standing for the Star Spangled Banner. Adam Silver and the NBA are waiting on LeBron James. Take your time. Pan Am Flight 256 has been discovered after 74 years of nobody looking. Adam Levine is caught getting cozy with his wife despite the habit of sliding into hotties DMs. Nolan Wells Saga: Nancy Grace is falling for the cell phone conspiracies. Don Lemon wants the white kids to be SO guilty. Willie D of the Geto Boys is popping off about the case. Alcohol may have been a factor in Nolan's death. This case has been great for Al Sharpton and Ben Crump. Get ready for some autopsy madness. The Cajun Navy is probably complicit. Terrell Owens has pledged $25K to Tyler Perry and Al Sharpton's reward. RIP Norm Cash and Dennis Wilson. Oh, and RIP Charles Manson. What is Jennifer Aniston doing with Jim Curtis? US Rep. Suhas Subramanyam likes Tesla despite his party HATING Elon Musk. Amazon drones are rocking and rolling in Michigan. The City of Ferndale wants residents to know they have no control over the sky. Madrid is going crazy over Spain's World Cup victory. Tom Cruise nauseated soccer fans with his on field "Ted Talk". The ratings were pretty good. Good on Serena William's husband, Reddit founder Alexis Ohanian, for supporting Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Some turd in NYC lit a fire at a Federal Building that injured an immigrant. Whitney Cummings had a Donald Trump joke cut from the Netflix's Mark Twain Prize broadcast set. The victim of the vicious bison attack has broken his silence. Merch, yo. Check it. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley, BranDon, and Roberto).

On today's episode we are joined by Hannah Montoya & Annika for a re-draft of an old draft from September of 2020 - The College Stuff Draft. 1 Alcohol, 1 room decor, 1 drinking game, 1 song, and 1 miscellaneous college thing.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/thedogwalk

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What if you're not stuck... just unheard?You know alcohol isn't helping.You've read the books. You've learned the science. You've tried to change.So why do the same patterns keep coming back?In this episode of Sober & Lit, Susan and Ruby explore the missing piece that many alcohol-free journeys overlook:Why knowing isn't always enoughThe hidden beliefs that quietly fuel drinkingHow self-compassion creates lasting changeA simple practice to soothe your inner critic instead of fighting itIf you're ready to stop battling yourself and start healing from the inside out, this episode will meet you with hope, compassion, and a new perspective on what true alcohol freedom looks like. We Love Hearing From YouDon't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit! Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community! Connect with the Podcast Hosts:Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusanFollow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoachingIt is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

Do you find yourself reaching for food or alcohol when you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stressed?What if the answer isn't more willpower... but learning how to manage your mind? In this episode, I share one of the most powerful coaching tools I teach my clients to help them understand their thoughts, lower anxiety and overwhelm, and stop using food to feel better.We talk about why your thoughts create your emotions, how those emotions influence your eating habits, and how changing your mindset can lead to lasting weight loss, greater peace, and more freedom around food.If you're ready to stop emotional eating, build healthier habits, and become a woman who feels calm, confident, and in control, this episode is for you. Currently, I work with women privately and in my monthly membership.  Click HERE to head to my website to learn more.

This episode features an interview about the social history of cannabis in colonial South Asia. Utathya Chattopadhyaya is Assistant Professor of History at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and coeditor of the journal The Social History of Alcohol and Drugs. Utathya's new book is Ganja Matters: Empire and the Pursuits of Cannabis in British India, which was recently published by the University of California Press. Presenting a sweeping social history of ganja in colonial India, the book examines the collision between different ways of viewing, using, and valuing cannabis products – namely, those of local religious, cultural, and political groups on the on the one hand and those of colonial administrators on the other. Through a multi-species analysis, the book uses ganja to explore broader themes of taxation, governance, transgression, and social identity. The book is available as an Open Access title here: https://www.luminosoa.org/books/m/10.1525/luminos.276 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's real sober mom Chelsea grew up in a home where alcohol wasn't seen as a problem. As the child of two drug addicts, Chelsea was raised to view alcohol as a ‘safe choice' in comparison to hard drugs. So, when Chelsea began drinking at age 14 she thought nothing of it. Chelsea went to work in retail right out of high school to be there for her family. After meeting her future husband in New York, she pivoted into becoming a funeral director - a career path rife with alcoholism due to the emotional heaviness of the job. Things took a very challenging turn in 2020. Shortly after the birth of her son who had congenital defects, Covid arrived and Chelsea's work became extremely intense. The circumstances took a toll and she began experiencing worrisome health issues. Tests revealed she had muscular dystrophy. Shortly after, Chelsea received a call. Her father had OD'd. Facing her father's death and the changes in her own life, Chelsea realized she never wanted to put her children through anything like what she'd experienced with her parents. She was looking for a change. All of this led to a casual plan with her husband to take a short break from alcohol in December of 2023. During this brief window, Chelsea had a massive wakeup call. She learned alcohol's impacts on our bodies and lives, and how big alcohol was preying on moms to get them addicted. Chelsea realized - big alcohol had scammed her! She wasn't going to let that stand. Chelsea is now 2 ½ years sober! She wants you to know there is never a ‘perfect' time to begin sobriety. The best time to start is now. Community makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Sign up for our next ‘Fresh 30' and ‘Beyond 30' cohorts. Learn more here! Join me on Substack! https://suzannewarye.substack.com/Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why do some men spend an afternoon talking about sports, parenting, and work, only to drive home listening to The National or James Blake and cry a little? In this episode, we explore the hidden loneliness of “good” conversations and why being around people isn't always the same as feeling seen.In this episode, we discuss:Why men can feel lonely even after spending time with friendsThe difference between proximity and true emotional intimacyWhy tears often show up in the privacy of the carHow masculine social norms keep conversations safe but shallowThe grief of almost feeling connectedSmall ways to make friendships 10% more honest and meaningfulWhy authentic connection is one of the strongest protective factors against suicide Thrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:In the US: Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386Outside the US:International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

This week, Molly is revisiting an important episode about drinking alone, drinking secrecy, and what these behaviors may reveal about your relationship with alcohol.Drinking alone does not automatically mean you have a problem. But when drinking becomes automatic, emotionally driven, or hidden, it is worth getting curious.In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly explores how these patterns can reinforce alcohol habits, why honest tracking matters, and how to interrupt the cycle without shame or all-or-nothing thinking.You'll learn:Why drinking alone is not the same as having alcohol use disorderWhat subtle drinking secrecy can look likeHow emotional relief strengthens the habit loopSimple ways to create more awareness and choiceThe goal is not perfection. It is noticing the pattern and choosing one small step toward a more peaceful relationship with alcohol.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

Marine Corps machine gunner Matthew Dolan survived a massive IED blast in Fallujah, Iraq and that was only one of several moments that nearly killed him.Today's Urban Valor podcast, Matthew shares what it was like serving as an 0331 Marine machine gunner with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines. He discusses deploying to Fallujah, operating as part of a quick reaction force, being shot at by an enemy he could not see, surviving a double-stacked 155mm IED, and becoming trapped inside a military vehicle as it rolled into a river.Yeah… this one gets WILD.Matthew's story isn't only about explosions and close calls.It's about growing up with a younger sister battling cystic fibrosis…Walking into a Marine Corps recruiting office after getting yelled at by his boss…Training under veterans of Operation Phantom Fury…And arriving in a completely blacked-out Fallujah as a 19-year-old kid from Kansas thinking, “What the hell did I get myself into?”Matthew describes the strange reality of fighting insurgents who rarely presented a clear target. One moment, he was searching vehicles and tracking high-value individuals. The next, he was taking sniper fire, responding to indirect fire or driving roads known for improvised explosive devices.Then came the blast.Matthew's vehicle was the fourth to cross an IED buried beneath the road. The first three vehicles passed over it without detonating the device.His didn't.The explosion cracked the vehicle's axle, tore away part of the Humvee and knocked Matthew unconscious. His fellow Marines pulled him from the vehicle, strapped him to a stretcher and rushed him to medical treatment.What happened inside the medical bay somehow became one of the funniest...and most unfiltered...IED survival stories we've ever heard.

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily content includes different recovery quotes from various sources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, and more! Transitions Daily also delivers the same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Visit www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.                               Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast

The First Sip Isn't What You Think It Is.Join the Sober Girls Mastermind, our private community.2sobergirls.com/sober-girls-mastermindModern sobriety — where you don't just stop drinking, you upgrade your life.Inside you'll find weekly live calls with Michaela + Erinn, a private community with daily group chat support, trainings, tools and replays, and real conversations on sobriety, mindset, and becoming your next-level self.$88/monthCancel anytime.Start with our free course:The Sober Girl Blueprinthttps://www.2sobergirls.comConnect with us. DM us anytime with questions, coaching inquiries, or episode ideas.@2sobergirlspodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WB Cedric Jacobson examines why early American Lodge met in taverns or public houses. Using artifacts and historical findings from Hiram Lodge No. 1, New Haven, CT, we'll discuss the role of taverns, how they were more than a bar for a drink but the center points of towns and the primary meeting point for Americans during the Revolution.Show notes and links: Join us on Patreon. Start your FREE seven day trial to the Craftsmen Online Podcast and get instant access to our bonus content! Whether it's a one time donation or you become a Patreon Subscriber, we appreciate your support.Visit the Craftsmen Online website to learn more about our FREE American History "Summer School" online course with Arizona State University, New York Masonic History, and our Masonic Education blog!Follow the Craftsmen Online Podcast on Spotify.Subscribe to the Craftsmen Online Podcast on Apple Podcasts.Follow Craftsmen Online on YouTube, hit subscribe and get notified the next time we go LIVE with a podcast recording!Yes, we're on Instagram.Get our latest announcements and important updates in your inbox with the Craftsmen Online Newsletter.Email the host, RW Michael Arce. Yes, we will read your email and may even reach out to be a guest on a future episode!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support.

What happens when the career that defined your identity suddenly disappears? This week on The Suffering Podcast, we sit down with Erik Malmstrom, whose life journey is one of loyalty, loss, resilience, and rediscovering purpose after unimaginable change. Raised in the tight-knit neighborhood of Crum Lynne in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, Erik grew up surrounded by generations of family, lifelong friendships, and a home filled with both love and chaos. As a child, he often found himself in the middle of his parents' conflicts while fiercely protecting the person he cared about most—his younger sister. Sports became his outlet, and ice hockey became his passion. A captain on his high school team, Erik learned early lessons in leadership, brotherhood, and perseverance that would shape the rest of his life. After college, Erik unexpectedly discovered his calling working with court-adjudicated youth. For 15 years, he served in a role that demanded equal parts law enforcement officer, teacher, counselor, and father figure. He found purpose in helping young people navigate difficult circumstances while building deep bonds with coworkers who became family. But everything changed. After years of dedication—including more than a decade of being on call 24/7—the program that had become his home was shut down. At just 39 years old, Erik lost not only his career, but also his identity, community, and sense of purpose. Faced with unemployment, financial uncertainty, and the responsibility of supporting a wife and three children, Erik took whatever work he could find—including loading trucks at UPS at 3 a.m. for $10 an hour. The financial loss was painful, but the emotional loss was even greater. He describes it as feeling like "a body without a soul." Like so many people who dedicate themselves to service professions, Erik struggled with trauma, toxic family dynamics, alcohol use, and the difficult question many ask after major life changes: Who am I when the job is gone? Through self-reflection, recovery, family, and eventually rediscovering his purpose working with adult offenders, Erik began rebuilding his life from the ground up. Today, Erik is the founder of EM Personal Development, where he uses over two decades of professional experience and personal adversity to help others navigate change, leadership, mental health, relationships, and personal growth. This episode is about much more than career loss. It's about identity. It's about brotherhood. It's about trauma. And ultimately, it's about finding purpose again when life forces you to start over. In This Episode: Growing up in Delco and navigating family chaos Protecting loved ones while carrying adult burdens as a child Brotherhood, hockey, and lifelong friendships Finding purpose working with court-adjudicated youth Leadership in high-stress environments Losing a career and identity overnight The hidden grief of losing camaraderie and mission Alcohol as a coping mechanism Fatherhood, marriage, and rebuilding after loss Mental health and middle-aged reinvention Creating EM Personal Development Helping others navigate change and adversity Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Yes, the World Cup is on, everyone is drinking to celebrate and commiserate, so welcome to your safe little corner of the internet, where Vic promises to mention the legend Jude Bellingham only once… and then get back to what really matters, talking about sobriety and not trying to explain the offside rule.So apart from the Spain win, the other news is....You don't have to wait until Day One to start building an alcohol-free life.In part two of my conversation with Jean McCarthy, author of UnPickled and creator of the pioneering sobriety podcast The Bubble Hour, we explore what comes next once you've decided alcohol might not be serving you anymore.How do you know what kind of support is right for you? Is there a place between the pub and AA? Should you consider therapy, a community, a treatment centre, or something completely different? Jean shares the wisdom she's gathered from years of helping thousands of people find their own path to sobriety.Together we talk about finding the support that fits you, learning to care for yourself with compassion, and beginning to imagine a future where alcohol no longer takes centre stage.Whether you're sober curious, preparing for your first alcohol-free day, or simply wondering what's possible, this episode is full of reassurance, practical ideas and hope.Put the kettle on and prepare to be UnPickled.

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily content includes different recovery quotes from various sources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, and more! Transitions Daily also delivers the same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Visit www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.                               Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast

In this series, we're going to tackle some topics that might be a little uncomfortable. We're committed to being a church where it's safe to have complex conversations, and our heart is to convey God's Word on these topics in an honest but loving way. In this series, we'll cover: Hell, Women in Ministry, Cohabitation and Divorce, Money, America, Alcohol and Substances, and Cursing. Learn more about Mountaintop Church at ⁠https://mountaintopchurch.com⁠ 

In this series, we're going to tackle some topics that might be a little uncomfortable. We're committed to being a church where it's safe to have complex conversations, and our heart is to convey God's Word on these topics in an honest but loving way. In this series, we'll cover: Hell, Women in Ministry, Cohabitation and Divorce, Money, America, Alcohol and Substances, and Cursing. Learn more about Mountaintop Church at ⁠https://mountaintopchurch.com⁠ 

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily content includes different recovery quotes from various sources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, and more! Transitions Daily also delivers the same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Visit www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.                               Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast

REPLAY EPISODEWeekends can be one of the biggest challenges when you're quitting drinking. If Friday afternoon automatically signals it's time to drink, you're not alone. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I share how to break free from the weekend drinking cycle, navigate alcohol cravings, and build alcohol-free weekends that leave you feeling energized instead of anxious on Monday morning.  In This Episode, You'll Learn  why weekends trigger drinking through habit, culture, and the reward mindset  what to expect during your first five sober weekends, including discomfort and FOMO  how to build weekend structure with a simple morning routine  ways to choose activities that support sober living and help you stay sober the benefits of alcohol-free weekends, including more confidence, more time, and peaceful Monday mornings The first few sober weekends might feel different, but they won't feel difficult forever. Every alcohol-free weekend builds confidence, strengthens your self-trust, and reminds you that you don't need alcohol to enjoy your life.Grab Your Free Gift:30 Day Calendar Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me:Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace.Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month.1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life.The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope.Grab My Masterclass:Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review-Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in!Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, Reviewing, and/or Subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast.Connect w/ Courtney:InstagramJoin the Sobriety CircleApply for 1:1 CoachingOrder the Sober Vibes Book

Every bodybuilding coach has experienced it—clients leaving out important details, changing the plan, or saying they're following instructions when they aren't. Coaches Skip Hill, Andrew Berry, and Scott McNally explain why it happens, how experienced coaches recognize it, and why honesty leads to better progress. We also answer questions on Selank, contest-day anxiety, gallbladder issues, Trenbolone Acetate, TRT injection frequency, and share stories from the NPC Universe. 00:00 Why Clients Lie to Their Coach 01:00 The Real Reason Athletes Hide the Truth 11:00 Skip Hill's Peak Week Coaching Strategy 14:30 The Psychology Behind Great Coaching 21:00 What Clients Really Expect From a Coach 23:10 Selank, Alcohol & Contest Day Anxiety 29:40 Gallbladder Problems in Bodybuilding 33:40 How Long Should You Run Trenbolone Acetate? 36:15 Daily TRT Injections vs Twice Weekly 40:40 The Craziest NPC Universe Backstage Stories 44:45 Behind the Scenes with Blood Sweat & Gear ✅ Check out our affiliates at : http://www.thinkbigbodybuilding.com

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily content includes different recovery quotes from various sources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, and more! Transitions Daily also delivers the same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Visit www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.                               Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review2024 was my first year of GA mushroom festival and this year they will be having it again! Join October 2&3 2026Mindfull MycologyGeorgia Mushroom Festival – Meet The Kingdom of FungiSupport the showText (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with your questions, comments, concerns, and IDs Flora Funga: Calm & Collected Tincture — Flora Funga PodcastGoFundMEIf you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening  $keenie19 on Cash AppFollow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.comFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon---------------------------------------------------------------------------Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day...

From time to time I have given you updates on teenagers and drug use. The latest data from the National Institute on Drug Abuse show us that while the use of drugs and alcohol continues to be a problem among our kids, there is some good news. The majority of our teenagers report no use of substances during the previous thirty day period. Ninety one percent of eighth graders, eighty two percent of tenth graders, and sixty six percent of twelfth graders report using no marijuana, alcohol, or nicotine in the last thirty days. This trend reflects a steady decline that's held since twenty twenty. However, the most frequently used substances by our kids are alcohol, nicotine via vaping devices, and marijuana. What this means is that our work is not done. The ready availability of these substances coupled with the adolescent bent towards experimentation and self-medication, requires our constant diligence, our educational efforts, and our willingness to intervene when necessary.

Why Oral and IV Glutathione Never Actually Reach Your Cells (The Delivery Breakthrough Changing Everything) Most of the supplements you're taking aren't failing you, they're failing to ever reach the cells that need them, and almost nobody selling them wants you to know that. This episode hands you the delivery breakthrough that actually gets it there. Use code DAVE for a discount at aurowellness.com/dave Host Dave Asprey sits down with Dr. Nayan Patel, a pharmacist, researcher, and founder of Auro Wellness, whose work centers on solving one of biohacking's most stubborn problems: getting nutrients past the bloodstream and into the cells that actually need them. He holds 14 patents in delivery technology, partners in the high-end longevity clinic Unlimited Life, and has spent over two decades studying glutathione, the master antioxidant his own research helped bring into modern biohacking. Dave and Dr. Patel break down a 2011 University of Texas study showing that oral and liposomal glutathione are completely broken down into raw amino acids before absorption, meaning none of it reaches the bloodstream as glutathione, a pattern that holds true even for IV administration. They dig into new brain-imaging research showing topical glutathione crossing into neural tissue within 20 minutes, why senescent "zombie cells" may be directly tied to glutathione shortfalls, and why NAD, despite its reputation as the ultimate longevity molecule, is actually dependent on glutathione to do its job. They also cover the real purity ceiling on GHK-copper peptides, safe upper limits for glycine and NAC before they start working against you, a topical alcohol protocol that clears acetaldehyde without triggering a breathalyzer, and why oxidative stress from GLP-1 use is quietly driving one of the drug class's least-discussed side effects. You'll Learn: Why oral, liposomal, and even IV glutathione never actually reach your cells intact, and what a 2011 UT study proved about it How topical glutathione was shown to cross into brain tissue within 20 minutes, and what that means for neurological aging Why senescent "zombie cells" may be directly linked to glutathione shortfalls, and how one longevity clinic reversed markers by 70% in a year Why NAD isn't the "ultimate longevity drug" it's marketed as, and its actual dependent relationship with glutathione The real purity ceiling on GHK-copper peptides, and why 73% is currently the best available anywhere Safe upper limits for glycine and NAC, and the oxalate crystal and Parkinson's-like risks of overdoing either one A topical alcohol protocol that clears acetaldehyde fast enough to beat a breathalyzer Why GLP-1 drugs are quietly driving oxidative stress, and what most patients are missing to counter it Thank you to our sponsors! - PredictiveMind™ | Get your Brain Pattern Mapping report at predictivemind.io/dave and use code DAVE for 10% off. - OneSkin | Get 15% off OneSkin with the code DAVE at https://www.oneskin.co/DAVE #oneskinpod - Caldera + Lab | A small habit with big results. Go to CalderaLab.com/DAVE and use code DAVE for 20% off your first order. - Fatty15 is on a mission to support Healthy Aging for All, including all ages and stages of life. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com and using code DAVE at checkout Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights inhealth, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: glutathione, Nayan Patel, Ora Wellness, glutathione absorption, transdermal delivery, senescent cells, zombie cells, cellular aging, GHK-copper peptide, NAD, NAD supplements, NAC, glycine, GlyNAC, oxalate crystals, alcohol metabolism, acetaldehyde, GLP-1, semaglutide, oxidative stress, heavy metal detox, mercury toxicity, BPC-157, biohacking, longevity, functional medicine Resources: • Get A Discount On Auro Wellness Products - Use code DAVE: aurowellness.com/dave • Learn More About Dr. Patel's work at: http://aurowellness.com/dave• Get My 2026 Clean Nicotine Roadmap | Enroll for free at https://daveasprey.com/2026-clean-nicotine-roadmap/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/davetube • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Join My Substack (Live Access To Podcast Recordings): https://substack.daveasprey.com/ • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Trailer 00:43 – Episode Intro 03:16 – Glutathione Basics 07:34 – Senescent Cells 11:07 – Cellular Delivery Science 14:20 – GlyNAC Precursors 21:37 – Amino Acid Ratios 25:18 – GHK Copper Peptide 28:41 – Purity & Manufacturing 31:34 – Glutathione vs. NAD 33:49 – Absorption Studies 37:51 – Heavy Metals & Toxins 42:35 – Alcohol & Glutathione 47:43 – Mortality & Reincarnation 49:54 – GLP-1s & Anhedonia 53:25 – Future of Peptides See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why do we make choices today that we know will make life harder tomorrow?In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores the science of temporal discounting and future-self continuity—and why the person who will experience the consequences of our choices can sometimes feel more like a stranger than an extension of ourselves.You'll learn:Why immediate rewards often feel more compelling than meaningful future benefitsHow connected you feel to your future self can influence your decisionsWhat researchers discovered by showing people age-progressed images of themselvesHow episodic future thinking makes tomorrow's rewards feel more realA simple “future-self handoff” practice that can make life easier for the person you'll be tomorrowThe goal isn't to sacrifice every pleasure today for some idealized future version of yourself. It's to build a more thoughtful relationship between present-you and future-you—one small act of consideration at a time.Key takeaway: You don't need perfect discipline to make better long-term decisions. Sometimes you simply need to remember who you're making them for. ★ Support this podcast ★

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily content includes different recovery quotes from various sources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, and more! Transitions Daily also delivers the same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Visit www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.                               Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast

We are joined by storyteller, author, and researcher, Chinenye Egbuna Ikwuemesi to talk about African intellectual history, colonial historiography, and the Yoruba creation story. Learn how Obatala broke the world, and then brought it back together again and became the patron of disability. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of racism, enslavement, surgery, death in childbirth, colonialism, and ableism. GuestChinenye Egbuna Ikwuemesi is a Nigerian-British author, researcher, and strategy advisor with twenty years of enterprise technology transformation experience across financial services and insurance. She is the founder of the Afrodeities Institute CIC and Afrodeities Press.Housekeeping- Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests' books, and more at spiritspodcast.com/books- Call to Action: Send in those urban legend emails!- Submit Your Urban Legends Audio: Call us! 617-420-2344Find Us Online- Website & Transcripts: spiritspodcast.com- Patreon: patreon.com/spiritspodcast- Merch: spiritspodcast.com/merch- Instagram: instagram.com/spiritspodcast- Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiritspodcast.com- Twitter: twitter.com/spiritspodcast- Tumblr: spiritspodcast.tumblr.comCast & Crew- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin- Editor: Bren Frederick- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman- Multitude: multitude.productionsAbout UsSpirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You've done Dry July. You've done Sober October. You've had a hundred Day Ones. So why does nothing ever actually stick? Taking a break from alcohol isn't the same as deciding to quit. Learn why temporary breaks often lead back to drinking—and what creates lasting sobriety.

Anytime I get to sit across from someone who works with energy and the spiritual world at this level, I go straight for the question I most want answered: how does alcohol affect spiritual insights? Dallisa is a psychic medium, intuition teacher, and founder of Spirit and Spark, and her answer to that question gave me chills.  Her explanation is straightforward: everything vibrates at a frequency, and in order to access higher dimensions, your spirit guides, your intuition, or source energy, your own frequency needs to be elevated. Alcohol lowers it. This aligns with what I've heard from shamans and from researchers studying the neuroscience of alcohol and brain connectivity: when the different regions of your brain stop communicating, you lose access to the biggest guide you have, your own inner knowing. We go from there into how Dallisa's abilities opened almost overnight in 2015, why she believes everyone has psychic capacity and what spirit has been downloading to her about the next decade of global change, including what disruptions are coming for education, healthcare, careers, AI, and what's coming for the coasts of North America. We also get into astrology, specifically the North Node, which Dallisa describes as the northern star your soul aimed at in this lifetime, the clue to what you actually came here to do. She pulled mine live in this episode and I was immediately taking notes.   IN THIS EPISODE:  Why alcohol lowers your frequency and blocks your ability to access intuition and spiritual connection How Dallisa's psychic abilities opened overnight in 2015 through a message from a friend's recently deceased aunt Why she believes everyone has psychic ability and what you can start doing today to develop yours What spirit has been channeling about disruption in the coming decade, education, healthcare, careers, and the early 2030s The North Node in your astrological chart and why it might be the most useful thing to look at if you're questioning your purpose right now What Dallisa pulled for my North Node live in this episode   Find Dallisa at spiritandspark.com, with a free gift waiting for you there. Join over 20,000 souls who tune into weekly newsletters on the competitive advantage you get alcohol-free. Get on the Euphoric newsletter. Apply to be our next Thought Leader to master premium selling and thought leader positioning to publish your book and deliver your keynote onstage.  Euphoric the Club is the premier space to lose the desire for alcohol as you surround yourself with successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them). Euphoric the Club includes full access to all of my alcohol-free programs to make alcohol meaningless as your dreams take center stage.  If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and create a profitable online brand, be sure to get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF Coach 5x Certification – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, subconscious change coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner and implement our 0 to $100k Coach Method™ as your build a profitable brand.  Profiling successful people who don't drink and where the alcohol-free lifestyle and entrepreneurship collide. Subscribe to the Euphoric AF YouTube channel. Read Euphoric: my HarperCollins bestseller on losing the desire for alcohol while getting high on your dream life. Be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today or grab your free chapter here.  Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram.  Please do rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide!

What happens after you've been alcohol-free for years? For many of us, that's when the real adventure begins. In this heartfelt conversation, Terri welcomes back Michelle Plant—over seven years alcohol-free—to talk about the unexpected evolution that happens after alcohol is no longer taking center stage. Together they explore identity, creativity, play, grief, laughter, and the freedom to become more than one version of yourself. Michelle shares how sobriety opened the door to stand-up comedy, storytelling, and creating a live show called This Might Hurt a Little, where people read letters they were never meant to send. Along the way, the conversation turns toward the recent loss of Michelle's mother, the courage of grieving without numbing, and the surprising gifts that can emerge when we're willing to stay present for both joy and heartbreak. This episode is a beautiful reminder that alcohol-free living isn't about finding your final identity—it's about giving yourself permission to keep evolving. SHOW NOTES Here Link to previous episode with Michelle

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily content includes different recovery quotes from various sources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, and more! Transitions Daily also delivers the same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Visit www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.                               Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast

Drinking is a really acceptable thing in the US. Most towns have liquor stores on every few corners. Every home decor store has products with some variation of the same, tongue-in-cheek humor: “Mommy's Go-Go Juice,” “I'm not whining, I'm wine-ing,” or “It's WINE O'CLOCK!” More often than not, explaining that you're sober can be more awkward than explaining that you binge drink every other weekend. In fact, in the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 79.2% of people aged 12 and up reported that they had consumed alcohol at some point in their lifetime.  Drinking is, for most people, considered “normal.” And for Laura McKowen, drinking was just a part of life – of work, of her social life, of relaxing. She didn't realize how destructive it was until things had gone too far and her brother confronted her, saying, “This is your thing. You can't drink.” Laura is here today to walk us through her addiction, guilt, turmoil, recovery, and path onwards, sharing the nine things that anyone facing addiction needs to hear. References: National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. (2025). Alcohol use in the United States: Age groups and demographic characteristics. https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health/alcohol-topics-z/alcohol-facts-and-statistics/alcohol-use-united-states-age-groups-and-demographic-characteristics Watch us on YouTube here! Get this episode ad-free here! Listen to Geoffrey's album on Spotify and Apple! You can buy Nora's books on Bookshop or Amazon, or wherever you buy books. Nora is on IG, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Our Sponsors: ❤️ Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/TFA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/TFA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/TFA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❤️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of my favorite bras and underwear, at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❤️ Experience your juiciest and deepest sensual experience with a bottle of Foria. FORIA is offering a special deal for our listeners. Get 20% off your first order by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foriawellness.com/tfa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OR use code TFA at checkout. That's F-O-R-I-A WELLNESS DOT COM FORWARD SLASH TFA for 20% off your first order. I recommend trying Awaken or their Pleasure Set with all three of their best sellers. ❤️ Turns out you don't need a real job. Build your own business with a free trial at shopify.com/tfa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stepping up to fill the host chair is hilarious stand-up comedian, podcaster, and military veteran KP Burke.In this episode, KP breaks down the absolute graphic reality of his recent permanent male fertility procedure (vasectomy). From the intense physical recovery milestones to the medical realities of post-op life, the guys take a deep dive into men's health and look at the surprising everyday environmental factors that are quietly lowering fertility rates globally.The crew also gears up for football season with a massive New York Giants upcoming season preview, breaks down New Jersey elitism, and uncovers some shocking 90s television trivia about Saved by the Bell star Mark-Paul Gosselaar. Plus, Stanley details his own legendary "Mickey Mouse Club" style knee surgery, KP shares wild deployment stories from his time in the U.S. Marine Corps, and both guys share their deeply personal, firsthand memories of being in New York during the events of 9/11.Drop a comment below: Are the Giants completely cooked this season? Smash that subscribe button and hit the notification bell for more unhinged NYC comedy from GaS Digital Network!Air Date 7/9/26DON'T FORGET TO WATCH FAGA'S NEW SPECIAL "BURN AFTER SAYING" ON THE HSR YOUTUBE PAGE!⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxIHJU2LotU⁠⁠Support Our Sponsors!Body Brain Coffee: https://bodybraincoffee.com/ - Grab A Bag of Body Brain Coffee with Promo Code HSR20 to get 20% off!YoKratom: https://yokratom.com/3rd Mic Harrington: https://3rdmicharrington.com/High Society Radio is 2 native New Yorkers who started from the bottom and didn't raise up much. That's not the point, if you enjoy a sideways view on technology, current events, or just an in depth analysis of action movies from 2006 this is the show for you.Chris Stanley is the on air producer for Bennington on Sirius XM.Chris Faga is a lifelong street urchin, a former head chef, county comitteman and supposed comedian. Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisFromBklynInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisfrombklynEngineer: DomExecutive Producer: JorgeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themharrington/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheMHarringtonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we have Rich. He is from Sacramento, CA, he is 60 years old and took his last drink on August 8th, 2025.   This episode is brought to you by:   Sign up and get 10% off: Better Help   Registration opens on July 15th, 2026, for our sober travel trip to Morocco which is March 3rd – 13th, 2027.   [02:14] Thoughts from Paul:   If you are in early sobriety or find yourself on day one, your only job right now is to not drink. It isn't time to fix your whole life or worry about being productive and having it all figured out.   By staying honest with your #1 job of not drinking, the body will become incredibly productive in terms of healing. Your dopamine begins to rewire; your sleep system starts to re-balance. All while you are resting.   Even though we sometimes know that not drinking is our #1 job, we can still struggle to keep it this simple. The good news is that every day is a new opportunity to perfect the job and by doing so, everything else will fall into place. Trust the process.   [06:05] Paul introduces Rich:   Rich is 60 years old and lives in Sacramento, CA with his wife of 35 years. They have two grown children and two rat terriers to help fill the empty nest. For work, Rich is a salesman for an equipment company. For fun, Rich enjoys riding his Peloton bike, cooking, and he is an avid sports fan.   Rich reflects that a lot of his drinking came from his inability to control his emotions. He says his home life growing up was great, but there was no discussion or expression of emotions. He was bullied often when he was in junior high but didn't feel comfortable telling anyone about it.   On a few occasions throughout high school and college, Rich realized that alcohol helped him become the life of the party and be able to talk to people he wasn't normally friendly with. He learned that if he drank, he would be accepted and have friends.   After graduating college, Rich was working in the restaurant business as a bartender in a small beach town. He said he had a lot of fun, made a lot of money and met his wife there. After getting married, they started a restaurant that they ran together for several years. Rich says his drinking wasn't an issue at that point because the restaurant did not have a focus on alcohol.   Alcohol began becoming an issue for Rich in 2018 when he transitioned from a management position to a sales position that involved a lot of traveling and entertaining customers. Over time he was basing where he would stay on the location's proximity to a liquor store and would drink before and after meetings with customers.   After a while, Rich started recognizing that the bottle he bought at the beginning of the trips weren't lasting as long. He would try to moderate and quickly realized it was a problem doing so especially when COVID lockdown had him concerned that liquor stores were going to be closed. At this point, Rich says a lot of his drinking happened in isolation. He was withdrawing from friends and family and trying to hide how much he was drinking from his wife.   Rich was confronted by his wife a few times and always promised to work on his drinking with little luck. He attempted moderation with the help of an app but didn't make much success and says trying to moderate made him think about alcohol more. Eventually his wife called in reinforcements with their daughter, and Rich knew it was time to stop, but wasn't sure what that looked like.   Rich was able to quit that day. The detox symptoms were hard, but after 10 days, he began to feel better and sleep better. Rich began reading quit lit and utilizing apps and its resources. After six months, Rich's wife encouraged him to find community. As a listener of the RE podcast, Rich heard about Café RE and decided to join. Rich credits his family as being a valuable resource and motivation to stay sober.   Recovery Elevator You took the elevator down; you've got to take the stairs back up. You, WE, can do this.   Café RE RE Instagram Sobriety Tracker iTunes  RE YouTube

We've all heard that alcohol affects everyone differently, but did you know that women are biologically more vulnerable to alcohol's effects than men? In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, registered dietitians Britni Vincent and Melanie Beasley dive into the science of how alcohol impacts women's hormones, metabolism, sleep, bone health, and risk for disease—even at lower levels of drinking. You'll hear eye-opening statistics along with practical, compassionate guidance for anyone rethinking their relationship with alcohol - so whether you're sober-curious, cutting back, or simply want to make more informed choices, this episode offers non-judgmental support, science-backed insights, and realistic tools for better health.

Want to give up drinking but have no idea where to start? You're in the right place!Everyone tells you sobriety starts on day one. It doesn't. It actually starts before that, in the boring, unglamorous groundwork nobody really talks about. The stuff that happens quietly in the weeks before you ever have a proper "sober day."In this episode, I sit down with Jean McCarthy to talk about that exact groundwork, starting with the big one: choosing your why. It sounds simple. It isn't. Because a why like "I'm doing this for the kids," as noble and understandable as it sounds, can actually be one of the shakiest foundations you can build a sobriety on. It's a why that lives outside you, and when things get hard (and they will), a why that isn't fully your own can be the first thing to crack.We talk about what a sturdier why can look like instead, and the small, practical, almost boring shifts that quietly build a foundation strong enough to hold you when the cravings hit. Things like rearranging your furniture so the sofa doesn't automatically mean "wine o'clock." Creating yourself a proper sober nook, somewhere in the house that's just yours, with nothing to do with a bottle. Taking the wine glasses out of the house completely, so the decision isn't sitting there waiting to be made every single evening. And maybe the hardest shift of all, starting to like yourself again before you feel like you've "earned" it.Jean also gets really honest about her own fears going into this. Including the very real, very human worry that her husband might not want a sober wife. She talks about the moment that fear finally lifted, when she realised that a sober wife is so much better than a dead wife, because if she's honest, that's genuinely the direction things were heading.Oh, and they talk about how their mutual stumpy fingers actually represent their drinking stories quite well!!!So, get comfy and let's get prepared for sober life. Note - We chatted for way too long, so this is Part 1. (Part 2 in-coming with loads more juicy prep tips)

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In a world where many people believe that happiness and fun can only be achieved through substances or addictive behaviors, Dennis shares a refreshing perspective on the importance of sober fun. This episode delves into the idea that one can have a fulfilling life without relying on external enhancers, and that hobbies and interests can bring immense joy. Dennis shares his personal story and insights on how he discovered the value of sober fun. He talks about how his experiences with his children, particularly his adopted son who struggled with addiction, led him to realize that hobbies and interests can be a source of happiness and fulfillment. He also discusses the importance of finding internal peace and how it can lead to a more joyful life. Follow on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/timeless-wisdom-with-dennis-prager/id1517302239 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SZEYeH4tuLr2FvG4ok1rl Learn more about Dennis Prager: https://pragertopia.com/ Follow Dennis on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DennisPrager Follow Dennis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedennisprager/ Follow Dennis on X: https://x.com/DennisPrager Learn more about the Salem Podcast Network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Neurologist Dr. David Perlmutter Explains Brain Inflammation and Alzheimer's Risk Your brain has its own immune system, and when it turns against you, it becomes the hidden driver behind Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, depression, and even long COVID. This episode hands you the science to recognize it early and reverse it. Get Dr. Perlmutter's new book Brain Defenders: https://drperlmutter.com/books/brain-defenders/ Host Dave Asprey sits down with Dr. David Perlmutter, a board-certified neurologist and six-time New York Times bestselling author whose work sits at the intersection of neurology, nutrition, and brain health. He is a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition, serves on its Board of Directors, and sits on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease. His books, including the number one bestseller Grain Brain, span 32 languages and have sold over a million copies, and his upcoming release, Brain Defenders, explores the pivotal role of microglia, the brain's immune cells, in protecting, repairing, and reprogramming the brain for lifelong resilience. Dave and Dr. Perlmutter break down how microglia, the brain's resident immune cells, shift from a supportive state into a destructive one called M1, and why this shift, not amyloid plaque, may be the real driver of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other neurodegenerative conditions. They dig into why the leading amyloid-clearing drugs fail to improve cognition, what a landmark JAMA study revealed about reversing cognitive decline through lifestyle intervention alone, and why a single daily serving of ultra-processed food raised Alzheimer's risk by 13 percent in a 12.7 year study. They also cover new research on GLP-1 drugs and brain inflammation, the surprising role of gum disease and oral bacteria in dementia risk, and why 40 hertz light therapy is emerging as a low-cost tool for clearing brain plaque and calming neuroinflammation. You'll Learn: Why the shift from supportive to destructive brain immune cells may be the true root cause of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Why leading Alzheimer's drugs fail to improve cognition, and what the original research behind the amyloid hypothesis actually showed How one daily serving of ultra-processed food raises Alzheimer's risk, and what a landmark lifestyle intervention study found instead Whether GLP-1 drugs help or harm brain inflammation, based on new Parkinson's and Alzheimer's trial data How gum disease and oral bacteria are linked to dementia, and simple daily habits that reduce that risk Why 40 hertz light therapy is emerging as a tool to clear brain plaque and calm neuroinflammation How ketones, DHA, and metabolic health protect the brain after head injury Thank you to our sponsors! - Beyond Wonderland Conference | Oct 13 - 14, 2026. Get your ticket now at wonderlandconference.com. - ZenBud | Dave's Nervous System Biohack. 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Keywords: microglia, brain inflammation, Alzheimer's prevention, Parkinson's disease, amyloid hypothesis, neurodegeneration, GLP-1 drugs, semaglutide, ultra-processed food, gum disease and dementia, oral microbiome, 40 hertz light therapy, ketones, DHA, mitochondria, brain fog, long COVID, David Perlmutter, Brain Defenders, Grain Brain, functional medicine, biohacking, longevity, neuroplasticity Resources: • Get Dr. Perlmutter's New Book Brain Defenders: https://drperlmutter.com/books/brain-defenders/ • Learn More About Dr. Perlmutter's Work At: https://drperlmutter.com/ • Get My 2026 Clean Nicotine Roadmap | Enroll for free at https://daveasprey.com/2026-clean-nicotine-roadmap/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15? • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Join My Substack (Live Access To Podcast Recordings): https://substack.daveasprey.com/ • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Trailer 00:40 – Intro 02:38 – Ultra-Processed Foods 06:34 – Are Carbs Bad? 08:48 – Alcohol & Brain Health 12:28 – Microglia & Inflammation 24:37 – Head Injury & Recovery 29:27 – Oral Bacteria & Dementia 34:08 – GLP-1s & Brain Inflammation 40:20 – 40 Hertz Light Therapy 48:35 – Air Pollution vs. Lead 50:27 – David's Closing Truth See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.