Podcasts about Dry July

Dry July CEO Gillian Odbert joined Mark in the studio to chat about this year's Dry July! Odbert shared how the organization raises vital funds for people battling cancer and how even non-drinkers can get involved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time to say goodbye to 2024 with our Bunkerpoon International holiday celebration, where we will be waxing nostalgic on this year's episodes and simultaneously ripping holes in the “space time continuum” whilst checking out some highlights and indulging in our own “Pepperidge Farm moments” of metal infused lunacy.    Remember to “expect the worst & hope for the best” whenever consuming a “vegetable shake” and understand that being called a “handsome woman” is flattering, “doppelgangers” are eerily unsettling, and our “Spotify Wrapped” referenced one episode that was “508% more” impressive than average. Get ready to break out the “chunkless gravy”, embrace the “Dick Flex” theme of the episode, wish everyone a Merry Christmas (and Happy Boxing Day) and JOIN US for our 2024 YEAR END WRAP-UP, including a few goodies and surprises from INSIDE SANTA'S SACK.   Help Support Metal Nerdery https://www.patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast Leave us a Voicemail to be played on a future episode: 980-666-8182 Metal Nerdery Tees and Hoodies – metalnerdery.com/merch and kindly leave us a review and/or rating on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts - Spotify or your favorite Podcast app Listen on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your Podcasts. Follow us on the Socials: Facebook - Instagram - Twitter   Email: metalnerdery@gmail.com Can't be LOUD Enough Playlist on Spotify Metal Nerdery Munchies on YouTube @metalnerderypodcast   Show Notes: (00:01): “We made it…” / #HappyBoxingDay #MerryChristmas / “I am Clark Griswold…”/ “We're pairing today…”/ “Crazy food porn…I'll just use gravy for lube…”/ #chunklessgravy / ***WARNING: #listenerdiscretionisadvised *** / “Look at old Rusty there…”/ ***WELCOME BACK TO THE METAL NERDERY PODCAST!!!*** / #BunkerpoonInternational #YearEndCelebration / “You're so good you should stop right now…”/ #thisepisodesbeeroftheepisode #HarpoonBrewing #DunkinColdBrewPorter #sixpointzeroABV #Porter (***Pairs well with the #MrBlack ***)    (06:09): “We're time traveling…”/ “Our next move will be…into one of those neighborhoods where you can fuck all the time…”/ #gaydad #gaydid #gated / “I don't do #pickleball …”/ “When I was a kid, old people smoked and drank and just waited to die…”/ “I do NOT want to be like that…”/ #hotpockets / “You can feel a difference…”/ #itsnevertoolate / “Because unhealthy shit tastes delicious…and sometimes I have to re-fluff…”/ ***PATREON SHOUT OUT!!!*** / ***JOIN US on Patreon at patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast ***/ “We shall...and we will...”/ “Down under...and up top...” / “If you've got a request, we'll do it…”/ #thelastepisode / “They had their #PepperidgeFarmMoments …”/ ***IF YOU CARE TO HIT US UP ON THE SOCIALS YOU CAN FIND US AT #METALNERDERYPODCAST ON #INSTAGRAM AND #FACEBOOK AND #YOUTUBE AND #TIKTOK OR YOU CAN EMAIL US AT metalnerdery@gmail.com OR GIVE US A CALL AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL AT 980-666-8182!!!***   (14:51): #TheDocket METAL NERDERY PODCAST PRESENTS:  THE 2024 YEAR-END WRAP UP (INSIDE SANTA'S SACK) / Looking back at our episodes from 2024 as well as some hilarious moments and some new tunes that made 2024 awesome! / #ClassicMetal #OzzyOsbourne BELIEVER (Diary Of A Madman – 1981) / “I think Diary…may be his best full album.”/ #ThrashFamilyTree / “Kudos to Billiam for that #albumcover …”/ ***Go to our website and check out all the goodies, show notes, and pics associated with each episode and stream via #podbean at metalnerdery.com *** / #NoSolicitation / “I was inside but she didn't stay…” / “We need a palette cleanser…”/ #strangelyfun / #StormtroopersOfDeath UNITED FORCES (Speak English Or Die – 1985) / “Can we hear a little bit of WHAT'S THAT NOISE?”    (25:26): “You know what, that one didn't do as well as I thought it would…”/ “That would be sick…”/ #88DeathMatch #Metallica DYER'S EVE (…And Justice For All – 1988) / “It's good…”/ #TwoParter / #Slayer BEHIND THE CROOKED CROSS (South Of Heaven – 1988) / “As good as Reign is…it's right there…”/ “'84 was hilarious…” / #1984YearInMetal / “That was the one about…W.A.S.P.”/ #wewe / “Is that going to be like a weird rip in the #spacetimecontinuum?” / #doppelganger / “They're all the same…only the names changed…”/ “I don't know if that means I'm the good one OR…”   (34:34): “March we started off strong…”/ “Like our own #greatesthits compilation?” / “The bootleg one…was kinda fun (albeit a little weird…)” / #Megadeth TAKE NO PRISONERS (Rust In Peace – 1990) / “Nah, this was after he cleaned up…”/ “The only reason I was interested…” / #CirithUngol and #RichardPryor #LiveOnTheSunsetStrip / “Some of us got ultra #twanglified…”/ #MetallicaCovers / “That was the one at the very end where the rolling of the R's was a problem…”/ “Wait…back up…”/ “He was laughing so hard you could hear the lung noises…”   (42:16): “That was kinda like a #Patreon that ended up being used to fill space…”/ “The '86 Death Match…it was different…they can't all be gold…”/ “Expectations always get you…if you keep your expectations at zero, you're never disappointed…”/ “Is this the last #ACDC we did?” / “In fairness…y'all were sports…that was right before #DryJuly too…”/ #OperationMindcrime / ***Go to www.metalnerdery.com to check out each episode and all the goodies associated with each episode!!!*** / “The more I listen to it…” / #KerryKing TOXIC (From Hell I Rise – 2024) / “Ooooh, he's pouring it out!?” / “I have to add ‘em…it's not automatic…”/ “I did not know there was a thing as…in 2024…”/ “I drove to Birmingham one time…it was a person I actually knew…it was a lady I actually knew…”/ #tradinglicks / “Dry July was a strange time…I was so terribly bored…”/ “I think we've got to do one #Zeppelin a year…”/ #LedZeppelinIV / “All you think about is #TheRussMask …”   (53:13): “There's a recent thing that rated all the #Slayer albums…” / #SeventhSonOfASeventhSon / #IronMaiden ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG (Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son – 1988) / “My whole body feels concussed…”/ “It was like our NWOOSTM Vol. 4…”/ #TitleTracks / “Spicy release…”/ “I think we did more #Slayer than any other band during the year 2024…”/ “That was right around the time of #HurricaneHelene wasn't it?” / “Political cartoons are memes…”/ “According to #Spotify, our top episode (of 2024) was #RustInPeace…”/ #SpotifyWrapped / “508% more than your average episode…” (1:00:23): “That was fun…that was like a 2-hour Megathon special…”/ #HalloweenSuperSpecial / “Now we're pretty much up to current…we need to do some #DOWN at some point…”/ “How did you get the character to show up like that?” / #copypaste / “It's bizarre that we missed it…how did we not do #Megadeth?”/ “Let's finish it off with some of the stuff that came out this year…”/ “Why do you say ‘strangely'? Would you say she's a handsome woman? /#Kittie WE ARE SHADOWS (Fire – 2024) / “You wanna watch the video instead?” / “2025, we've gotta do…chick metal thrash…”/ #superflaps / #Opeth §4 (The Last Will And Testament – 2024) / “There's a LOT going on…”/ “I think I'm gonna like Opeth better…”/ #DreamTheater  A BROKEN MAN (Parasomnia – 2025) / “This is dick flex…”/ #dickflex / #progressivemetalASMR / “That'll be my comedy name…” / “The way you say it, it sounds like Dick Flix…” / “How many times can you say it?” / “What if it's Dick T. Flex?” / ***THANK YOU FOR JOINING US ALL THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, MERRY CHRISTMAS, HAPPY NEW YEAR, AND CONTINUE TO JOIN US NEXT YEAR!!!*** / #PitDiapers / “When we go to #Metallica I might be wearing those…”/ #untilthenext #outroreel  

In this episode, I dive into the pros and cons of popular sober-challenge months like Sober October, Dry January, and Dry July. I share my personal journey, including vulnerable stories of how I finally succeeded (kinda!) during Dry January 2020, which led to lasting change. Before that, my Dry Januarys and Dry Julys, I was just counting down the days until I could drink again. I emphasize that “time doesn't heal all, it's what you do with that time.” The key is using these 30 days to change your beliefs around alcohol, not just temporarily removing it. I explain how delving into personal development, fitness, nutrition, and entrepreneurship helped me shift my mindset and build new habits. Ultimately, I encourage listeners to extend their sober experience beyond just a month to make real, lasting changes. Listen in for practical insights on transforming your approach to sobriety, not just surviving it. #SoberLifestyle #MindfulSobriety #LastingChange

Firefighters are breathing a cautious sigh of relief. August's fire activity hasn't yet lived up to last month's dire expectations.

Imagine being in a record store, just flipping through the LED ZEPPELIN section of albums on November 8, 1971, and finding an album that appeared unfamiliar, mysterious, and perhaps even a bit out of place. The album cover gave no reference as to the band's name or any discernible album title, the back cover had no track listing, there were no pictures of the band.    There was nothing.    On the front cover, there is nothing more than a framed picture showing an old, bearded man standing with a cane and carrying a large bundle of sticks on his back, hanging on the weathered wall of a semi-demolished home once belonging to someone who has long since passed away. On the back cover, a high-rise apartment building jutting into the bleak, grey sky, surrounded by smaller apartment homes and lush greenery in the foreground. On the spine of the album, where one would expect to see the name of the band and the name of the album, there were only four distinct, unusual symbols. In time, it would come to be known by many names:  RUNES, ZOSO, UNTITLED, and the most common name of them all, LED ZEPPELIN IV, which would go on to become the biggest selling album in the band's catalog and one of the top 10 biggest selling albums in the history of ALL music.   Get ready to “have a good August” and remember that “sometimes words have 12 meanings” because it's time to take “Dry July” a step further and step up your “pause game” while we share some kind words regarding our neighbors that were likely caused by a case of “Alabama jet lag”.  Discover the only other thing that was missing from Gojira's historic performance at the Olympic opening ceremonies other than “dragons and more fire”, understand the real reason why we ALL had to learn to play “the recorder” in elementary school, and JOIN US as we pay tribute to the sonic “transmogrification” of LED ZEPPELIN and dive into the enigmatic mystery that is their 4th (and otherwise “Untitled”) album, LED ZEPPELIN IV.     Visit www.metalnerdery.com/podcast for more on this episode ZEPPELIN on the InterWebs https://www.ledzeppelin.com/   Help Support Metal Nerdery https://www.patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast Leave us a Voicemail to be played on a future episode: 980-666-8182 Metal Nerdery Tees and Hoodies – metalnerdery.com/merch and kindly leave us a review and/or rating on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts - Spotify or your favorite Podcast app Listen on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your Podcasts. Follow us on the Socials: Facebook - Instagram - Twitter   Email: metalnerdery@gmail.com Can't be LOUD Enough Playlist on Spotify Metal Nerdery Munchies on YouTube @metalnerderypodcast   Show Notes: (00:01): “Let's do #afterdark early…” / #instagram #pausegame #softcorehardcoreporncore #glazeddonut / “Ooooh, it's a snake with it's mouth open…”/ #subliminalporn / “It's still #DryJuly and I took it a step further…”/ #dryjacking / “I got laid yesterday…”/ ***WARNING: #listenerdiscretionisadvised *** / “That is…a tasty beverage…” / #BoylanBottlingCompany #CremeSoda #CaneSugar / “Three more days…”/ “You don't have to though…you've exorcised the demon…” / ***WELCOME BACK TO THE METAL NERDERY PODCAST!!!*** / “Counting down the end…”/ ***If you wanna skip the nonsense…go to #TheDocket *** / “The appetizers are sometimes as good, if not better, than the main course…” / #thisepisodesbeeroftheepisode #AkademiaBrewing #Skal / “That's the #blackmetal #Norwegian dot…” / “Sorry…”/ #powerburpASMR / “It's like #instantforgiveness …”/ “I kinda dig your state, man…” / #HooverAlabama / “There were a lot of pretty people there…” / “Everybody's baby and honey out there…”/ #RussellsRoadtripReflectionsASMR / #ToddPacker #TheOffice / “I've seen clips, and that's it…” / “Is that guy a porn star?” / “You were way off…”/ #OfficeTrivia / “Dude, that sounded wet and cavernous…”/ “He came down and did some crowd work (with my wife) …”/ #StardomeTheater / “Food was good…”/ #TheNewPunchline vs #TheOldPunchline    (11:41): You can #correspondancize with us on #Instagram and #Facebook and #YouTube OR you can email us at metalnerdery@gmail.com OR you can JOIN US on #Patreon at patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast OR you can GIVE US A CALL AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL AT 980-666-8182!!! / #skoobitaboosh #VoicemailSegment #KenFromConnecticut / “Listening to a lot of your old episodes…again.” / #AllThatRemains and #PrideAndGlory / “Twangle…”/ “The pictures that #TripSix sent us…” / #ScreamFromTheBalls and #WhisperFromTheBalls #GeoffTaint #BestSellers / “Matthew is my #ghostwriter …”/ “Check this shit out…”/ #allegedly / #turkeysdone / ***THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS!!!*** / #PatreonShoutout / “It's a hard G…”/ ***If y'all have requests for #ThePatreon send us an email or a voicemail!*** / #DoomsicleASMR / “Dude, that sounded chunky…and wet…”/ #ANALysis / “PS, do a #Dethklok episode…”/ #fixitinpost / #AshesOfLeviathanTour / “Three days ago…” / #ohhhdamn   (19:53): “Did you guys see #Gojira?” / #OpeningCeremonies #Olympics (NOTE: “Ah! Ca Ira” is the song that #Gojira performed, which translates to “It will be fine…”) / #letthemeatcake / “They should bring that back…”/ “They need dragons and more fire…she needs to have her tits out.”/ “That's last month's news…”/ “That sounds Arabic…what you did.” / “Whichever one is more offensive…we're trying to get female listeners…”   (24:31): “Let's do #TheDocket …” / METAL NERDERY PODCAST PRESENTS:  LED ZEPPELIN IV / RUNES / #ZOSO / UNTITLED / #LedZeppelin #LedZeppelinIV / “I think we're ALL thinking it, let's go ahead and say it…c'mon, is it NOT!?” / “That's not what I said, I did not say it!” / “I wonder if I heard this first and went backwards…” / “Almost everything on here was radio stuff…”/ #HeadleyGrange / Everything had to be louder because of #JohnHenryBonham / Released November 8, 1971 / “Isn't that weird to think about?” / “He's not just a bass player…” / “Obviously a bass player can be a musician, but not all musicians can be bass players, I don't think…” / “He went from guitar to bass…you can't use that word anymore…” / #transition #transform #transportation #transmogrification #TransAm / #killeropener BLACK DOG / “The time is weird…the drums kind of overlap…”/ “It's kind of a WTF opener…”/ “I don't know what I've been told…” / #sixtomidnight / “What do you think was THE most played song on the radio other than Stairway?” / “Of the songs on here, what's your LEAST favorite?” / “It's folky…”/ “I think it's almost like their #EnterSandman …” / ROCK AND ROLL #killeropener on #TheSongRemainsTheSame #TheMovie / “The rhythm section of that band made Jimmy Page's guitar sound WAY bigger…” / “Live, his guitar sound was kickass…” / #MidnightMovies    (40:10): “I didn't like it initially…but I like it now.” / “It's like a cloudy, rainy day…”/ #boinkboink / THE BATTLE OF EVERMORE (“It's kinda got a creepy vibe to it…”) / “She looks like a witch…”/ “Bring it back…” / “Okay, be honest…at what point did you strive to learn #StairwayToHeaven ?” / #fingerings / “They were telling you how to finger…”/ #guitarlessons / “It's a D suspended 4 pentagramian testicular chord…”/ “He put in the time…I wanted to get laid…”/ “I could do instant…instant's cool.”/ #cricketsASMR / STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN (“Let's just reflect on this…on a Sunday afternoon”) / “There are no happy accidents…just babies.” / NOTE:  That's actually a recorder, not an organ or a flute…a recorder. Remember, the recorder? That one instrument we ALL learned to play in elementary school for whatever bizarre reason? / #TwelveMeanings / “But I've got some good news…” / “It sounds so big…it's totally huge.” / “That's something that's not done anymore…”/ “Oh there's #backmasking and weird stuff…”   (56:29): “What do you mean there's ‘moments'?” / #HaveAGoodAugust / “Side 2 might be better than Side 1?” / “You've got #AlabamaJetLag …” / MISTY MOUNTAIN HOP #killeropener #sidetwo / “I like this one a little more now than I did then…”/ “That's a lot of material for such a short timespan…”/ “It's like #antimarketing …”/ “There was no internet…you had to guess…”/ FOUR STICKS (“Somebody should do a doom version of this if they haven't already…”) / “I don't remember…that part…”/ “And THEN I went backwards…most everything I heard was on the radio…” / “When they did that in the death metal voice…every single fucking time…that's what they played.” / “I know it's not June, but it's gotta be made before we go to California…” / #logistics #topsandbottoms   (1:07:58): “Big Gulps, huh?” / GOING TO CALIFORNIA (“Someone told me there's a squirrel out there…”) / #LedZeppelinIIIASMR / “It's a #motif …”/ NOTE:  It was recorded in the LOBBY (and/or Hallway) of #HeadleyGrange but there were microphones hung in the stairwell / #BeastieBoys RHYMIN' & STEALIN' / #drumsamplingASMR / WHEN THE LEVEE BREAKS (“The harmonica makes it heavier…”) / “How did I miss that? You must have pounded the other one then…” / #itssore #downthere / (Potential) Tracking changes / “Even a casual listener probably has this record…”/ #RussellsReflections80sEditionASMR / “Did you buy the 45 or the whole album?” / “I had #PacManFever …#YouTube it, we've got a few minutes…”/ PAC-MAN FEVER (“Now we've gotta listen to #Sabbath”) / #arcades (“$5 then was like a month's worth of groceries today…”) / #videogames #videoarcades #Intellivision #ColecoVision #Atari2600 / “Dude, that did not age well…” / “You could do it, but why would you?” / “They're all ROMs…whatever…”/ #tobefair / “The irony which is not lost on me…” / #SpareChange #allegedly / THANK YOU FOR JOINING US AND THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS AND THANK YOU TO LED ZEPPELIN!!! / #outroreel / ***COME GRAB YOUR METAL NERDERY GEAR AT metalnerdery.com/merch ***

In this episode you'll learn about what the brain is like in the first couple of weeks of sobriety, how the brain's of people who relapse are different from those who stay sober, how healing progresses up to 7 years of sobriety, and some common roadblocks. This episode is part of a 9 episode series for Dry July 2024. Make sure to follow my podcast so you don't miss the rest of the series. Dry July Sober Powered Skills Special Dry July Course https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Sober Support: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Anger Management Program https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Sober Powered Skills (bonus episodes with practical application and coping skills) https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Weekly emails on Fridays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Moderation is impossible. If you can't moderate, then you'll never be able to. Some people can moderate with rules and intense focus, but that's not real moderation. In this episode I'll explain why we can never be cured, what's going on in the brain, and hopefully help you accept that you drink the way you drink and that's it. What to listen to next: E204: can anyone get addicted to alcohol? E150: 15 moderation strategies I tried to control my drinking This episode is part of a 9 episode series for Dry July 2024. Make sure to follow my podcast so you don't miss the rest of the series. Dry July Sober Powered Skills Special Dry July Course https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Sober Support: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Anger Management Program https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Sober Powered Skills (bonus episodes with practical application and coping skills) https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Weekly emails on Fridays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our sense of belonging and acceptance has been tied to alcohol for so long. But you have the power to reshape your life, influence your community, and live with radical fulfillment. There are SO many people in the world who are putting their dreams first and not just living for the weekend to drink. Who are the five people that you see the most? Do you want their life? Or do you want something bigger, something more, something that isn't so mundane?  Karolina shares tons of practical tips for transforming your social life and finding new, vibrant communities and friendships that don't revolve around drinking. We also cover the dangers of perception bias, the psychology behind our need to belong, and how we can become a “wolf” and inspire others to redefine their relationships with alcohol too. You're not just ditching a drink—you're embracing leadership, taking a brave stance, and redefining what belonging truly means!  For the price of just 3 drinks at a bar, you can join Karolina's 22-day Dry Bootcamp and learn how to relax and have fun without alcohol, build a sustainable, alcohol-free lifestyle, and discover your deeper why. Plus, you'll get all the guides, rituals, and meditations to help you connect to your higher self. We start August 6th. Sign up for just $59. IN THIS EPISODE: Flipping the script from being the “odd one out” to becoming an alcohol-free trailblazer in your social circle The powerful concept of perception bias and how it shapes our view of what's “normal” in drinking culture Karolina's tips for finding and consciously creating alcohol-free communities online and offline that align with your lifestyle A real-life example of a book club's transformation when one person took a stand (plus the profound ripple effects it created!) Exciting details about Karolina's upcoming Dry Bootcamp, where you can transform your relationship with alcohol—all for the price of just three drinks at a bar   LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED: Dry Bootcamp starts August 6th! If you're ready for a life-changing break from alcohol, this program will inspire you to reevaluate alcohol through daily lessons and an immersive community. Sign up now for just $59! Karolina's book is available in hardcover, Kindle, and as an audiobook. When you get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today, you'll also unlock tons of resources to support you on your journey.  Check out the other episodes in this series: Episode 132: Isn't Drinking Cultural?! And Episode 133: The Myth of Normal Drinking. Loved the book? We'd be honored if you left a review! Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Have you ever felt totally convinced that it was going to be different this time, only to drink and find out it's still not any different? We can repeat this cycle too many times to count, and maintain the belief that we'll be able to moderate our drinking someday if only we keep trying. In this episode you'll learn why you repeat this process even though you have a ton of proof that it won't be different. I'll discuss the fading affect bias and how the bad memories fade and the good memories gain power. This episode is part of a 9 episode series for Dry July 2024. Make sure to follow my podcast so you don't miss the rest of the series. Dry July Sober Powered Skills Special Dry July Course https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Sober Support: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Anger Management Program https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Sober Powered Skills (bonus episodes with practical application and coping skills) https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Weekly emails on Fridays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Four Canterbury brothers are taking on Dry July to raise money for the fight against cancer, as their father battles a crippling second round of the insidious disease.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's show looks at 'Dry July' and asks folks about their relationship with alcohol and if they are sober curious. 

LFTR Episode 70 - We can barely contain our Joy this week, but we're not sure why! Maybe you can let us know.. We left the gin out of our G&T's and got sillier.

At the end of our drinking, we continue to drink even though it's not enjoyable and causes a lot of suffering. As addiction progresses it goes from liking alcohol to wanting or needing alcohol. In this episode I'll explain why alcohol feels pleasurable and enjoyable for us, and how eventually we get a payback and start feeling miserable. You'll learn a bit about the pleasure pain balance too. This episode is part of a 9 episode series for Dry July 2024. Make sure to follow my podcast so you don't miss the rest of the series. Dry July Sober Powered Skills Special Dry July Course https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Sober Support: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Anger Management Program https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Sober Powered Skills (bonus episodes with practical application and coping skills) https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Weekly emails on Fridays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of dry July, Karolina is debunking the most common myths and objections about going alcohol-free. What if everything you believed about "normal drinking" was a lie? Society puts "normal drinking" on a pedestal: the cultured person who enjoys just one glass of wine over a nice dinner. But is this achievable or even desirable?  It turns out that 60% of regular drinkers overdrink, and it's also been proven that 40% to 50% of our drinking is underreported. And drinking doesn't feel good - would you rather be someone who drinks normally and never gets the wake up call? Or would you rather be a person who gets the negative consequence, reevaluates alcohol, and wakes up to the life you were really supposed to live? When you join Karolina's 22-day Dry Bootcamp, you'll learn how to relax and have fun without alcohol, build a sustainable, alcohol-free lifestyle, and discover your deeper why. Plus, you'll get all the guides, rituals, and meditations to help you connect to your higher self. We start August 6th. Sign up for just $59! IN THIS EPISODE: Why "normal drinking" is actually a myth and why what society views as normal is often an unhealthy illusion The majority of people underreport their alcohol consumption by 40% to 50% (!), plus, what this means for your perceptions of "moderate" drinking How intuition and listening to your body's signals will shift you into greater confidence, courage, and purpose The REAL impact of even a single drink on your body (think disrupted sleep cycles and metabolic changes!) A sneak peek into Karolina's 22-day Dry Bootcamp, which starts August 6th. Break free from alcohol and align with your highest self.    LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED: Dry Bootcamp starts August 6th! If you're ready for a life-changing break from alcohol, this program will inspire you to reevaluate alcohol through daily lessons and an immersive community. Sign up now for just $59! Karolina's book is available in hardcover, Kindle, and as an audiobook. When you get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today, you'll also unlock tons of resources to support you on your journey.  Loved the book? We'd be honored if you left a review!  Tune in to Episode 132: Isn't Drinking Cultural?! Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Welcome back to Season 4. Today we chat about dry July and alcohol consumption in general including the weird rise of 'low carb or low calorie' alcohol beverages being marketed with a 'health halo', cultural factors influencing alcohol consumption and some tips for reflecting on your own relationship with alcohol. We have a really big few months coming up. We are launching the Non-Diet Way for the last time this year. Click here to sign up for updates for when we launch in August. Meg's favourite thing this week was Recipetin Falafel - give it a crack, it's delicious. Susan's was inspired by this instagram post and if you want Meg's 'meal matrix' you can get it here.

Everyone loves dopamine right now. We know it's involved in addiction and pleasure, and that it gets depleted when we drink. In this episode, I'm going to explain dopamine's role in motivation, cravings, and building associations with our drinking. One of the earliest signs of addiction is loss of control, so how dopamine contributes to us being unable to control how much alcohol we drink. This episode is part of a 9 episode series for Dry July 2024. Make sure to follow my podcast so you don't miss the rest of the series. Dry July Sober Powered Skills Special Dry July Course https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Sober Support: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Anger Management Program https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Sober Powered Skills (bonus episodes with practical application and coping skills) https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Weekly emails on Fridays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cancer and cirrhosis. The 2 scary parts of drinking. This is going to be a brutally honest episode about the scary side of how alcohol affects the body. I purposefully split this off from the previous episode in case you don't want to hear it. In this episode you'll learn how the body processes alcohol, why women typically have more health related consequences than men, how alcohol causes cancer, how alcohol causes fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, cirrhosis, and the prognosis for someone with cirrhosis. I will give you a warning before I discuss the prognosis of cirrhosis so if that is information you don't want to hear then you will be able to turn off the episode. This episode is part of a 9 episode series for Dry July 2024. Make sure to follow my podcast so you don't miss the rest of the series. Dry July Sober Powered Skills Special Dry July Course https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Sober Support: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Anger Management Program https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Sober Powered Skills (bonus episodes with practical application and coping skills) https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Weekly emails on Fridays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's so much to say about how alcohol affects the body I could go on for hours, and none of it is good stuff. I'll explain why alcohol makes you sweaty and red, how it affects sleep, how it impacts the heart and blood pressure, how alcohol impacts skin and aging, how it causes leg cramps, how it initially energizes us before making us horribly exhausted, how it impacts gut and oral health, how alcohol causes inflammation, and how it impacts memory and cognition. This isn't an episode meant to scare you, just to inform you about all the things you may be experiencing. Often we don't know that alcohol is the cause. In the next episode I will cover the scary side of how alcohol impacts the body, so if you don't want to hear that you can skip it. If you enjoyed this episode, I would really appreciate if you'd help me spread the word. We need a comprehensive episode on how alcohol affects the body from the sober community. This episode is part of a 9 episode series for Dry July 2024. Make sure to follow my podcast so you don't miss the rest of the series. Dry July Sober Powered Skills Special Dry July Course https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Sober Support: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Anger Management Program https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Weekly emails on Fridays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Audrey is back on the show today to celebrate Dry July and her own 2 year soberversary! She'll tell the story of the last time she ever got drunk and how it kickstarted her path toward choosing sobriety. Plus, we'll talk about the benefits you'll receive from trying a Dry July, rising above the shame in early sobriety, the problematic trend of alcohol at children's birthday parties, and the power of connection in sobriety.  We want you to know - you don't need anyone's permission to get sober. You knowing is enough! Hear Audrey's sobriety story here.  Join us in the The Sober Mom Life Cafe! For just $25/month, you get access to 8 weekly peer support meetings, the exclusive Cafe social feed (like Facebook, but better!), our monthly book club, the monthly Q+A, the ability to join the retreat, and the chance to share your story on The Real Sober Moms, and merch discounts! For a limited time, get one week free!  We also have The Sober Mom Life Community for just $5.95/month - In the Community, you'll receive access to the exclusive Community social feed (like Facebook, but better!), the exclusive community chat, our monthly book club, and one free weekly meeting.  My mocktail recipe book, ‘No Ethanol Needed' is finally here! Grab your copy here:  https://mykindofsweet.com/2024/01/the-no-ethanol-needed-mocktail-ebook-is-here/ Click here to follow The Sober Mom Life on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Episode 130 of the Xbox Hall of Gamers Podcast! This week we talk about the most expensive DLC and peripherals we've ever bought, If free to play games have much life in them these days, and if Hellblade 2 is really a GOTY contender or not.Every week, we discuss all things achievement hunting, Xbox news, and exclusive interviews with individuals across the Xbox Community. Hosted by a number of achievement hunting hosts, we welcome you to the Xbox Hall of Gamers! Keep up to date with the show and join our community on our Discord: https://discord.gg/ZvZr2a4vQeHelp support the show by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hallofgamers

Dry July is here again, with Kiwis going alcohol-free for the month to examine their drinking habits. Binge-drinking is a lingering part of Kiwi culture, and more and more people have felt inspired to step back to consider the health risks. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara says binge-drinking comes with short-term complications - and long-term risks of brain and liver damage. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not remembering how we went to bed becomes a normal experience, but it is not normal. We get drunk, eventually end up in bed, only to jolt awake around 3am. After the panic passes, we realize we've done it again. We got way too drunk and can't remember the end of the night. This realization is followed by shame and anxiety, which likely continues into the next day before we repeat the process. The 3am wake up of shame was something I did a few times a week. I would force myself to stay awake until 6 as punishment for drinking too much, so my day could become even worse. There are 3 factors that go into this- how alcohol affects our sleep, how alcohol affects the central nervous system, and how alcohol affects the heart. I will cover all 3. This episode is part of a 9 episode series for Dry July 2024. Make sure to follow my podcast so you don't miss the rest of the series. Dry July Sober Powered Skills Special Dry July Course https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Sober Support: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Anger Management Program https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Weekly emails on Thursdays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a Text Message.In this eye-opening episode we delve into the inspiring origins of Dry July, where three friends' commitment to sobriety sparked a global movement for health and cancer support. Join us as we explore the profound benefits of pausing alcohol consumption—not just for our bodies but for our minds, wallets, and communities. From a mental health renaissance to economic elevation, discover the transformative impact a dry month can have on every facet of life. Whether you're seeking better health, questioning your drinking habits, or simply curious about this charitable cause, this episode is your invitation to a journey of clarity, charity, and change. Tune in and find out why Dry July is more than a personal challenge—it's a collective stride towards a healthier society.Call to Action: Ready to raise your glass of water in solidarity? Listen now and join the Dry July movement—one day at a time.Do you find value in what the Sober Friends Podcast does? Consider buying us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/soberfriendspod. Your donation helps us with hosting and website fees and allows up to maintain our equipment. You keep us on the air for the new guy or gal.Support the Show.

Withdrawal is pretty obvious, the symptoms that we experience when we quit drinking. There is a lot more to it though. In this episode you'll learn about why we have withdrawal symptoms and how alcohol impacts the central nervous system. Then I will focus on kindling and how withdrawal can become worse the more cycles we go through, and how returning to drinking during the withdrawal period puts stress on the brain and strengthens the associations we have with alcohol leading to more intense cravings the next time we try to quit. If you are stuck in the back and forth then this is an important episode to listen to. This episode is part of a 9 episode series for Dry July 2024. Make sure to follow my podcast so you don't miss the rest of the series. Dry July Sober Powered Skills Special Dry July Course https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Sober Support: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Anger Management Program https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Weekly emails on Thursdays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gill Tietz of Sober Powered is here to help me kick off Dry July with an Alcohol 101 lesson. From her perspective as a former biochemist, Gill drops some major bombs about alcohol's effects that will forever change how you look at the substance.  We'll dive into what alcohol is, how it affects our bodies and brains, how alcohol consumption affects women's bodies differently, and alcohol withdrawal symptoms.  If you're struggling in your sobriety, let this episode enlighten you to all of the science-backed reasons why quitting is one of the best decisions you will ever make!  Learn more about Gill on Instagram and check out her Dry July series on the Sober Powered Podcast.  Join us in the The Sober Mom Life Cafe! For just $25/month, you get access to 8 weekly peer support meetings, the exclusive Cafe social feed (like Facebook, but better!), our monthly book club, the monthly Q+A, the ability to join the retreat, and the chance to share your story on The Real Sober Moms, and merch discounts! For a limited time, get one week free!  We also have The Sober Mom Life Community for just $5.95/month - In the Community, you'll receive access to the exclusive Community social feed (like Facebook, but better!), the exclusive community chat, our monthly book club, and one free weekly meeting.  My mocktail recipe book, ‘No Ethanol Needed' is finally here! Grab your copy here: https://mykindofsweet.com/2024/01/the-no-ethanol-needed-mocktail-ebook-is-here/ Click here to follow The Sober Mom Life on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this insightful episode, Brad and four special guests discuss their experiences with sobriety and offer valuable tips for those participating in 'Dry July.' They share personal stories and advice on starting and maintaining a sober lifestyle, emphasize the importance of support systems, and highlight unexpected benefits. With practical mantras and motivational messages, this episode aims to encourage and support listeners on their journey to sobriety. The panel also addresses common concerns such as social situations and the decision to share sobriety goals with others. ----------- Free Dry July Support SoberBuddy Community: https://community.yoursoberbuddy.com/plans/368200bundle_token=8d76ca38d63813200c6c1f46cb3bdbed&utm_source=manual More Info about SoberLink: www.soberlink.com/recover Guests Accounts Todd: https://www.instagram.com/tkinney111/ Hadley: https://www.instagram.com/hadley_sorensen/ Megan: https://www.instagram.com/sobahsistahs/ Jon: https://www.instagram.com/thetireddad/    

Dry January, Dry July, Sober October, or a Tuesday... there never seems to be an ideal time to try white-knuckling it through 30 days of no alcohol. It is always the wedding, family reunion, vacation, or birthday that stands in the way of completing this sometimes daunting task. But what might you gain from giving your body and mind a break from drinking? Are you concerned that you might find you like life better and feel great without it? Many of my guests on the podcast are women, just like you. Some of them are entrepreneurs, writers, creatives, or health and fitness enthusiasts. Many have overcome obstacles to go on to do amazing things. Today's guest is no exception. Heather Lowe is an award-winning sober coach, guiding high-achieving women to drink less before it gets worse. She is also a mentor for other sober coaches. Heather provides a modern and customized female-focused solution that doesn't involve shame or deprivation. In this episode, Heather Lowe shares her riveting story of combating the pressures of drinking culture and embracing sobriety. We explore the often painful journey to sobriety, discussing the challenges of moderating alcohol consumption and the relentless cycle of shame that many face. Heather's 100-day alcohol-free experiment may just be the lifeline you need, illustrating how community support and holistic methods can usher in a newfound sense of joy and purpose. We also unpack the myth of 'health benefits' associated with moderate drinking, stressing the critical importance of making informed decisions about alcohol consumption.Discover how sobriety reshaped Heather's friendships, social life, and even family dynamics. From strengthening bonds to richly rewarding 'solo dates,' hear about the profound personal transformations that come with quitting alcohol. Heather also shares valuable resources and success stories from her clients, shining a light on the ripple effect of recovery coaching. This isn't just about quitting alcohol; it's about embracing a life of authenticity, self-love, and professional growth. Don't miss out on this heartfelt and transformative conversation.You can check out Heather's Amazon storefront for "quit lit" book recommendations at:https://www.ditchedthedrink.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/ditched-the-drink/https://www.instagram.com/ditchedthedrink/I'd love to work with you! Let me help you reach your health and fitness goals.https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=MicheleFolanHave questions about Faster Way? Feel free to reach out.mfolanfasterway@gmail.comFollow Asking for a Friend on Social media outlets:https://www.instagram.com/askingforafriend_pod/https://www.facebook.com/askforafriendpod/Please provide a review and share. This helps us grow! https://lovethepodcast.com/AFAFThis podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.

This week on the Alcohol Free Marriage and More Podcast, we are talking Dry July and some pro tips from Coach Amy on how to make it a successful one!Download our FREE  Marriage Meeting Guide HereGrab some of our merch!Get Our FREE Beyond Spirits: 7 Tips for Starting Your AF JourneyDrink of the weekBest Day Brewing Hazy IPA Monday Rum and Waterloo Pi No ColadaWatch the podcast on YouTube here: Alcohol Free Marriage Podcast VideoGet $5 off your first Go Brewing order!Our Website: AFMPodcast.comSchedule your free discovery coaching call with Amy

On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 29 June 2024, the ultimate master of illusion Cosentino joins Jack to talk escape artistry and what happens when things go wrong.  Jack reflects on the moment Joe Biden's presidential fate became clear.  The much-anticipated documentary about Celine Dion has landed and Tara Ward appreciates it for the rawness shown by the global superstar. And, with Dry July just around the corner Dougal Sutherland highlights the importance of checking in on our behaviours during times of stress.  Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Dry July kicking off in a couple days, Dougal Sutherland believes it's a good time for people to think about their alcohol consumption.  It's a stressful time at the moment, with a cost of living crisis, workplace stresses, and drastic weather, and when times are stressful, people tend to turn to “unhealthy” coping mechanisms.  Dougal Sutherland joined Jack Tame to chat about the telltale signs that someone's alcohol consumption may be becoming problematic, and a few tips for those thinking of taking on Dry July.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Getting started is the hardest part. What are you supposed to do with your time? How do you get through the first week? In this episode I'll cover 11 tips to help you succeed in Dry July. E190: NA Drinks: the pros and cons Quit drinking course for Dry July on Sober Powered Skills Sober Support: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Anger Management Program https://www.soberpowered.com/anger Sober Powered Skills (bonus episodes with practical application and coping skills) https://www.soberpowered.com/skills Weekly emails on Fridays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Free resources https://www.soberpowered.com/free   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wippa is convinced Lisa gets spray tans to get out of doing housework because when shes lathered up she can't do anything but sit in her tan clothes and not touch anything. Beauty before pain Wip, don't you know that rule? Plus Adam Spencer is here to talk all about the benefits (and downsides) of Dry July. And can hot men really be nice? The answer is no and we explore why.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready for an awesome Dry July and incredible sober summer?  I'm betting you probably have a ton of drinking memories, rituals and events tied to the summer season. I know I did!  It might be beer at ballgames or camping, drinks out on a boat or hanging out at BBQs with friends. Maybe you love dive bars on road trips or European vacations with the wine flowing. But right now I'm going to help you do something new, energizing and exciting: you're going to rock Dry July and experience an amazing sober summer!  Here Are 4 Ways I Can Support You In Drinking Less + Living More Join The Sobriety Starter Kit, the only sober coaching course designed specifically for busy women. My proven, step-by-step sober coaching program will teach you exactly how to stop drinking — and how to make it the best decision of your life. Save your seat in my FREE MASTERCLASS, 5 Secrets To Successfully Take a Break From Drinking  Grab the Free 30-Day Guide To Quitting Drinking, 30 Tips For Your First Month Alcohol-Free. Connect with me for free sober coaching tips, updates + videos on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and TikTok @hellosomedaysober. Connect with Casey McGuire Davidson To find out more about Casey and her coaching programs, head over to www.hellosomedaycoaching.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Sobriety Expert : Redefining Life Without Alcohol. “alcohol is the only drug we have to justify not taking!”Sarah Rusbatch is the author of the best selling book “Beyond Booze, How to create a life you love Alcohol Free', a multi-award winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, a menopause coach and a Key-Note speaker sharing her journey to Sobriety and impact of alcohol on mental health to global audiences. After developing what she describes as 'a dysfunctional relationship with alcohol', Sarah made the decision to remove alcohol from her life in early 2019 and has never looked back. Sarah was open and honest and shared some incredible tips for anyone wanting to take on Dry July. Please share this episode with your loved ones.This episode was brought to you by our podcast sponsor NZ Mortgages, you can visit them at https://www.nzmortgages.co.nzYou can connect with Sarah here -https://www.instagram.com/sarahrusbatch/You can learn more about Sarah here - https://sarahrusbatch.com/You can purchase Sarah's Book here - https://sarahrusbatch.com/beyond-boozeYou can sign up for Sarah's 30-day alcohol free challenge using this link - https://sarahrusbatch.com/30day-af-program/#join Use code : FRIENDSAF at checkout-----Website: https://www.jjlaughlin.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/James Laughlin is a High-Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.Send me a personal text messageSupport the Show.

What if Dry July could be a month of self-discovery? Ask yourself these 5 questions before you start.

We have our Gracie back! She shares the ups and downs of bringing her beautiful baby boy Otis into the world. How could we not discuss the hawk tuah girl? Plus some excellent hangover survival tips and middle-of-the-year mental health gems. Listen here to the Kiwi Yarns episode with Sir John Kirwan, who has more mental health tips. And if you'd like to sponsor Brodie's Dry July effort with Team Berocca, here's the link: https://www.dryjuly.co.nz/users/brodie-kane

The boys have started Dry July early, but are unlikely to keep it up for long, with a costume party on the horizon. We heard your feedback on hobbies, and now Pockets might have to cross stitch a butthole?! Chris might've gotten rid of the stye, but now his back and knees are playing up - and no, not because of that. We ponder what our beige flags are - the strange things about us that make us cute little weirdos. And boy do we have an announcement on our Gaytor community. You won't want to miss this!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you planning on skipping the booze for Dry July? Aussies love to drink, but for people who may want to cut back, it can be a daunting task. And for a lot of people, going cold turkey isn't a very appealing option. Ange Chappel is an alcohol reduction expert, and the founder of the App Mind The Sip. She joins The Two Murrays with some tips for people who want to reduce the amount of alcohol they drink. You can check out Mind The Sip hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summary:In this episode, host Nick Crutchfield interviews Jeremy Shipley, a prominent figure in the non-alcoholic and low ABV fields. Jeremy shares his journey from wanting to be a primary school teacher to becoming a bartender and eventually owning his own cocktail bar. He also discusses the rise of the non-alcoholic and low alcohol movement in Australia and the challenges faced by the industry. Jeremy emphasizes the importance of quality and integrity in the non-alcoholic space and the need for inclusivity in hospitality. He also touches on the potential growth of functional beverages in the market. In this part of the conversation, Nick and Jeremy discuss flavors in the non-alcoholic space. They talk about how flavor builds trust and the importance of flavor in non-alcoholic drinks. They mention the popularity of tropical flavors like mango, passion fruit, and watermelon in their respective regions. They also discuss the resurgence of lychee and the use of yuzu in cocktails. They touch on the coffee trend, including the espresso martini and coffee Negroni. They mention the growing interest in food pairing with non-alcoholic drinks. Overall, they explore the global expansion of flavors in the non-alcoholic space. In this final part of the conversation, Jeremy and Nick discuss cafe culture and food pairings in the non-alcoholic space. They highlight the shift in restaurants' approach to non-alcoholic beverages, with many venues now offering creative and sophisticated non-alcoholic options that are designed to pair well with food. They also touch on the coffee culture in different regions, such as Australia and Fiji, and the growing trend of specialty coffee roasteries. Jeremy mentions the upcoming Dry July event in Australia and New Zealand, where venues are creating non-alcoholic menus and partnering with the Dry July Foundation to raise awareness and funds for cancer research. Overall, they emphasize the importance of inclusivity and providing a great guest experience in the non-alcoholic space.TakeawaysJeremy Shipley shares his journey from aspiring teacher to bartender and cocktail bar owner.The non-alcoholic and low ABV movement is gaining traction in Australia, with Sydney and Melbourne leading the way.Quality and integrity are crucial in the non-alcoholic space, as some products on the market are of inferior quality.Inclusivity is a key focus in the hospitality industry, and non-alcoholic options play a role in providing a better guest experience.While functional beverages have yet to make a significant impact in Australia, there is potential for growth in the future. Flavor plays a crucial role in building trust in non-alcoholic drinks.Tropical flavors like mango, passion fruit, and watermelon are popular in the non-alcoholic space.Lychee and yuzu are experiencing a resurgence in the cocktail scene.Coffee-based drinks like the espresso martini and coffee Negroni are still popular.There is a growing interest in food pairing with non-alcoholic drinks. Restaurants are changing their approach to non-alcoholic beverages, offering creative and sophisticated options that pair well with food.Coffee culture varies in different regions, with specialty coffee roasteries becoming popular.Dry July is an important event in Australia and New Zealand, raising awareness and funds for cancer research.Inclusivity and providing a great guest experience are key in the non-alcoholic space.

Today's real sober mom Heather knew the havoc that addiction could wreak after spending years in a marriage with a man addicted to pills. In comparison, her challenges with alcohol never seemed that bad. Yet, as the years moved on and Heather went through the grief of losing her mom, her drinking intensified and she began to notice a decline in both her mental and physical health.  Heather's sober journey has been unfolding since her first Dry July in 2019, and she's now been fully sober since January 1st, 2023! Her mental and physical health have improved drastically, and she now feels strong in so many new ways.  Heather wants you to know that there is nothing more powerful than a sober woman!  Announcing the Sober Mom Life Cafe! For $15/month, join other sober moms inside the cafe for weekly meetings, bonus episodes, a Discord chat, a monthly book club, the option to share your story on The Real Sober Moms, and so much more! Learn all about it here: https://mykindofsweet.com/sober-mom-life-cafe/ If you're looking for a community of wonderful sober moms to support you while you build your own sober life, join us inside The Sober Mom Life Facebook group!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1542852942745657 We have merch!!!!  Check it out here! Click here to follow The Sober Mom Life on Instagram Love this show? Let me know by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sloppy Seconds with Wes SnellingWes and I talk about Dry July and how giving up booze for a month radically changed Wes's anxiety, mood and physical health. Wes asks me about sexual identity and we have a really open and interesting discussion about the stereotypes around bisexuality, sexual fluidity and all the things that come with that. We do some ripper memes and take a couple of gorgeous listener calls on online dating profiles. We take a listener letter on unsolicited dick pics and what the hell is up with that and we end on a discussion about what a massive buzzkill claustrophobic relationships are. Wes, as always, is open, honest and curious. His voice alone is to die for and he brings his beautiful heart and big brain to the chat.SYDNEY SHOW: OCTOBER 7TH!At Comedy Store with YUMI STYNES, BENJAMIN LAW AND CHRIS RYANTickets and info HERE PATREON SUBSCRIBERSSign up HERE for bonus content and to support the podcast! DEAR NELLY PLUSSubscribe to NELLY+ HERE to support the podcast and to get a Bonus Episode a Month. SEND NELLY A MESSAGE:Send Nelly a Voicemail HERE if you have a question or comment. Nelly's website HEREFahey's website HEREProducer Boy website HERELove yas,Nelly xxx If you love the podcast, please rate, review and spread the word. This stuff works best by word-of-mouth so please share, share and share some more. We can't do this without you!Nelly, Producer Fahey and Producer Sammy xxx https://plus.acast.com/s/dear-nelly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome, welcome!I have a packed episode for you all!  Today, I am going to discuss...*The acquisition of Kelvin Cooperage by Charlois Group*Molson Coors buying up an emerging whiskey brand*A whiskey offering from the band Lynyrd Skynyrd*A poorly executed "best glassware" list by Food & Wine Magazine*New releases from Limestone Branch, Jack Daniel's, 291 Colorado Whiskey, and Hard Truth.*I will have a great conversation with Joe Castaldo from @ofcaskandclaro about recommending bottles to people that think they do not like rye whiskey*We will wrap up with some notes from my Dry July experiment. Enjoy!!Call or Text the show at 941-301-8503!Get your official Whiskey Straight Up Merchandise: https://whiskeystraightup.com/shop/View all our videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUfOZSqSw1U2HGAy7Jz_uSgOur website: https://whiskeystraightup.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whiskeystraightupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiskeystraightup/#whiskey #podcast #podtube #podlife #watchme #beginners #newbie #history #bourbon #bourbontube #whiskey #jackdaniels #tennesseewhiskey #bourbontube #review #jack #tennessee #new

Silvy can't believe Chief even attempted a Dry July. The guys guess over/unders for Bears receivers and running backs.

On today's 7-10-23 Monday show: Graham drank all weekend and is still trying to claim he is doing "Dry July", someone used the "thumbs up" emoji and it was used against them in a court dispute, cuddling cows is a popular new therapy, people are putting soy sauce on their ice cream, video of the Britney slap has finally emerged, Threads has now topped 100 million downloads, we each share our biggest lie that we have ever told, and Jess finds out that her man has a pet peeve about her!

In this episode we chat to podcaster and video creator Will Hitchins, who joins us from the Gold Coast in Australia! We came across Will on Instagram where he's building a really good following - and through his podcast The Last Drinks podcast he's also shouting loudly about the benefits of sobriety, whilst not being afraid to have a laugh when looking back (can you see why we wanted him on?) In this episode Will is really honest about where his drinking had got to - and he happily admits that his entire life revolved around alcohol. With some amazing support, he went to rehab where he started to understand why he drank like he did - and although it hasn't always been plain sailing since, he now lives a life full of fun and creativity. If you'd like to hear more of Will, search for The Last Drinks podcast in your podcast app - and follow @willhitchins on Instagram. --- Get In Touch: Of course, you can always get in touch with us (publicly or privately) on our socials - @alcoholfreepod on Instagram, or search for "Over The Influence" on Facebook. We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at otihq@overtheinfluence.co.uk or go to our website, www.overtheinfluence.co.uk --- The Premium Podcast: If you love OTI and you'd like to hear behind the curtain, subscribe to the OTI Premium Podcast now! --- Links: For links to alcohol-related support services, please visit our website. --- Disclaimer: All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves, and not necessarily those of Over The Influence (OTI) Ltd. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are not medical professionals but normal people giving their own experiences of removing alcohol from their lives, and as such this podcast should not be considered professional advice. If you are dependent on alcohol, or think you may be, we strongly recommend that you seek professional medical advice. --- Helpful Hashtags: We found hashtags and sober social media accounts really helpful in our early days alcohol free, as following them can help to reinforce that you are not alone! These are some of the hashtags we've followed: #alcoholfree #stopdrinking #healthandwellnessjourney #zeroalcohol #idontdrink #sobercurious #healthydrinking #alcoholfreelife #soberaf #alcoholfreeliving #sobermotivation #podcast #healthpodcast #noalcohol #nobooze #sober #sobercurious #soberlofe #soberliving #sobercommunity #afcommunity #soberwomen #sobermom #sobermomtribe #sobersisters #sobriety #soberuk #soberjourney #sobrietyrocks #overtheinfluence #oti

There are many reasons people eliminate alcohol from their diet and lifestyle and the "sober-curious" movement seems to be growing. Those who choose not to drink when socializing are often met with uninspired "mocktails" or simply resort to the old standby, club soda with lime. Molly Cheraso, a former risk management pro turned "dry bar" owner, has just opened Verbena Free Spirited in Hingetown. It's an all day café too, but at 3 pm the bar opens with some of the most creative, inspired N/A drinks you've ever seen. And, she's done the research on the best N/A spirits, mixers, wines and beers so you can purchase to make your own drinks at home. Get the scoop on how Molly was motivated her to make some changes in her own life and what led to her opening Cleveland's first non-alcoholic bar. This episode is made possible with support from Chef Douglas Katz, and The Mohicans.

Dry July is here and if you're working on quitting drinking, then this episode is all about how to get started. You'll learn what to expect in the beginning like sugar cravings and urges to drink. You'll learn about things you can do to set yourself up for success this month and what to do if you don't like sobriety or are feeling hopeless about the thought of never drinking again. What to listen to next: E41: why sober people want so much sugar E143: how to stay accountable E156: 55 tips to quit drinking E91: do you want to be sober or do you want to drink without the consequences E99: why we can never drink again Resources I offer: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership The Sober Mindset Course https://www.soberpowered.com/the-sober-mindset-course (Free Private Podcast) 5 Blocks Holding You Back From Quitting Drinking https://www.soberpowered.com/5blocks Weekly emails on Thursdays where I explain the latest episode in more detail, share images to help you understand the concepts, share announcements, interviews, writing, discount codes and more. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6107260617e156c4839768b5 Ask a question, it could appear on the show! https://forms.gle/oKubeJKMZimkHvUJA   Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors. Learn more: https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support my work https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you ready for an awesome Dry July and incredible sober summer?  I'm betting you probably have a ton of drinking memories, rituals and events tied to the summer season. I know I did.  It might be beer at ballgames or camping, drinks out on a boat or hanging out at BBQs with friends. Maybe you love dive bars on road trips or European vacations with the wine flowing. But right now I'm going to help you do something new, energizing and exciting: you're going to rock Dry July and experience an amazing sober summer!  To help you get started I'm sharing my best sober coaching tips, tricks and resources to help you navigate the summer season alcohol-free For full show notes and to access resources mentioned in this episode, head over to www.hellosomedaycoaching.com/168 3 Ways I Can Support You In Drinking Less + Living More Join The Sobriety Starter Kit, the only sober coaching course designed specifically for busy women.  My proven, step-by-step sober coaching program will teach you exactly how to stop drinking — and how to make it the best decision of your life. Save your seat in my FREE MASTERCLASS, 5 Secrets To Successfully Take a Break From Drinking  Grab the Free 30-Day Guide To Quitting Drinking, 30 Tips For Your First Month Alcohol-Free. Connect with me for free sober coaching tips, updates + videos on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and TikTok @hellosomedaysober. Connect with Casey McGuire Davidson Find out more about Casey and her coaching programs, head over to www.hellosomedaycoaching.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's 6-29-23 Thursday show: It's Chidi's birthday so she gets her nose pierced live on the air, hot dad summer is officially here according to the internet, Niners running back Christian McCaffrey plays the keyboard at a country concert, Heinz has weighed in on where to store your ketchup, not too many people want to join Graham on his "Dry July" mission, Chrissy Teigen has a baby 5 months after her last baby, and lots more!

Okay fam - here's what separates the marketers from the panic-ers. (is that a word??). We're entering a period Corrie Mira and I like to refer to as