Best Getsober Podcasts (2025)

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The 30-Day Myth: What Actually Happens to Your Brain at 30, 60, and 90 Days With Coach Victoria English 23:11

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18h ago23:11

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Think 30 days is enough to quit drinking? That's the 30-Day Myth. Head Coach Victoria English reveals the truth about your brain's recovery timeline and explains why most people quit too soon. Learn exactly what changes happen at each milestone: 30 Days: A physical reset, but your reward pathways are still healing. 30-60 Days: The messy middle, whe…

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The Emotional Hangover No One Talks About With Coach Victoria English. 20:25

3d ago20:25

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The physical hangover is easy to manage, but the emotional hangover is the invisible thief of joy that keeps high achievers trapped in the drinking cycle . Head Coach Victoria English breaks down the neurochemistry: your anxiety, shame, and irritability are not personal weakness, but a predictable biochemical phenomenon . Learn about dopamine debt,…

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The Lie Every High-Achieving Drinker Tells Themselves With Coach Victoria English 25:36

6d ago25:36

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The holidays are a perfect storm where your ego whispers the six most famous last words of every drinker: "I can handle it." Head Coach Victoria English explains the Illusion of Control Bias, the competence that makes you successful also makes you dangerously underestimate alcohol. Learn how holiday stress raises cortisol by 20-25% , amplifying the…

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The Upper Limit Problem: Why You Self-Sabotage When Things Get Too Good With Coach Matt 17:20

8d ago17:20

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Everything else in your life is leveling up, so why do you keep returning to the bottle? The answer lies in the upper limit problem, a subconscious belief that you don't deserve or can't sustain success. Coach Matt breaks down the biopsychosocial factors that drive self-sabotage, from the quick reward hits of dopamine to core fears of success or fa…

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Katy Whalen: Joi Wellness 57:47

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Katy Whalen, the Co-founder and CEO of Joi Wellness, the largest women's telehealth platform, shares what’s really going on in women’s bodies when we feel exhausted, anxious, burnt out, or “off” even after making healthy changes like drinking less or quitting alcohol altogether. We dive into why so many women are told their labs are “normal” while …

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The Alcohol-Free Holiday Plan: Exit Strategies, Boundaries, and People-Pleasing With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 16:46

10d ago16:46

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The holiday season presents unique social challenges. This episode offers essential survival strategies for navigating gatherings without compromise. Coaches Jason and Matt dive into the critical nature of pre-planning: setting clear boundaries (even with family members who try to trigger you), having a guaranteed exit strategy, and ensuring you ha…

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The High Achiever's Brain: How to Stay in Flow Without Hitting the Bottle With Coach Matt and Coach Jason 16:36

13d ago16:36

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Is your "busy brain" full of creative energy, great ideas, and a powerful sense of flow? Coach Matt and Coach Jason explore the unique challenge high-achievers face: the temptation to use alcohol to enhance positive, highly-aroused states or guarantee a "soft landing." Learn why holding your breath during intense focus puts you into a sympathetic (…

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Holiday Dynamics: How to Navigate Family, Set Boundaries, and Embrace New Joy With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 16:11

15d ago16:11

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The holidays bring cheer, but they also bring emotional pressures and shifting family dynamics. Coaches Matt and Jason discuss the challenges of staying alcohol-free when surrounded by loved ones. Learn why clear communication and devising a pre-formulated plan (including exit strategies and setting limits on hosting) are essential for protecting y…

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How to Have Fun Sober 18:45

16d ago18:45

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Let’s talk about the real fears that come up when you're getting sober. I’m answering your top “Ask Me Anything” questions, no sugar-coating, no fluff. We dive into: The fear of never having fun again without alcohol 😬 What to say when people tell you, “You’re just not as fun anymore” Why this fear is so normal (and what’s on the other side of it) …

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Your Brain is Google: Stop Asking Disempowering Questions That Reinforce Failure With Coach Terri 15:51

17d ago15:51

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Did you know your brain acts just like Google? Whatever question you ask, your brain is wired to find evidence to support it . Coach Terri Patterson reveals how constantly asking disempowering questions (like "Why can't I stop drinking?") reinforces old neural pathways, leading to self-doubt and shame . Learn how to leverage Hebb's Law and cultivat…

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The Connection Cure: How to Trade Isolation and Anxiety for Self-Love With Coach Matt & Client Talli 41:37

20d ago41:37

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For high-achievers, profound isolation and self-hatred can hide behind a "normal" exterior. Recent graduate Talli shares her raw story of overcoming a lifelong anxiety disorder and navigating multiple life crises that were compounded by isolation during the pandemic. Discover why white-knuckling it failed, and how the "connection piece" provided by…

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Change Your Story, Change Your Life: The 3 Tools of Mindset Work With Coach Matt 15:34

22d ago15:34

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Your mindset is simply "the story you tell yourself about yourself", and that story dictates your reality. Coach Matt dives into story work, the process of actively changing limiting beliefs and moving away from harmful self-talk (like the stories you tell yourself after drinking). Learn the three core, controllable tools, externalization (writing …

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How to Quit Drinking: Real Sober Success Stories 49:39

23d ago49:39

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I sit down with two powerhouse members from A Sober Girls Guide membership, Alicia and April, who share raw, real, and refreshingly honest stories about what it actually looks like to change your relationship with alcohol. This isn’t theory. This is lived experience, big breakthroughs, tiny wins that stack up, community magic, and the kind of hones…

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Conflict vs. Architect Language: The 4 Pillars to Transform Your Self-Talk With Coach Jason 26:31

24d ago26:31

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Is your inner critic and self-talk full of negations, blame, and "shoulds"? That's conflict language, and it keeps you small. Coach Jason breaks down the four pillars of self-sabotaging speech and how to transform them into architect language that builds a stronger future. Learn how to stop being a victim (projections) and embrace accountability (r…

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The Invisible Rock Bottom: Why 'Fine' Is the Most Dangerous Word You Can Say With Victoria English 25:15

27d ago25:15

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If you are a high achiever, you are likely a master of the word "fine" the most dangerous word in the English language. Head Coach Victoria English exposes the illusion: High achievers rarely crash; they erode quietly behind a mask of competence . Learn about the invisible rock bottom, living beneath your potential and calling it fine. Discover how…

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Stop the Procrastination: Why Your New Year's Resolution Is Broken with Victoria English 19:22

29d ago19:22

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If you're waiting for January 1st to quit drinking, you're caught in the "cycle of hopeful hesitation" a socially accepted form of procrastination. Head Coach Victoria English reveals the neuroscience: waiting reinforces old neural pathways , teaching your brain that comfort matters more than change . Learn why high-achievers must act now to streng…

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A Sober Girls Guide to the Holiday Season 22:45

1M ago22:45

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The stress and excitement of family members and holiday events are a major trigger and that's why I made a list of my tips and tools to help you navigate through the holiday season successfully and sober!By A Sober Girls Guide

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The Neuroscience of 'No': Why Boundaries Are Essential to Rewiring Your Brain With Coach Jason 17:06

1M ago17:06

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Think setting boundaries is just about manners? It's actually a vital tool for brain repair. In this insightful episode, Coach Jason explains the neuroscience of 'No' and why setting limits is critical to long-term alcohol-free success. Discover how consistent boundaries strengthen your prefrontal cortex (your brain's CEO), weaken old cravings thro…

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Embracing the Suck: Why Failure is Essential to Your Alcohol-Free Growth With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 15:49

1M ago15:49

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Do you avoid starting something if you know you won't be immediately good at it? That's perfectionism, and it's getting in your way. In this candid discussion, Coaches Jason and Matt dive into the mindset of "Embracing the Suck" and why initial incompetence (being a "white belt") is essential for growth. Learn how to dismantle the paralyzing fear o…

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Escaping the Eternal Child: A 6-Step Guide to Adult Competence and Lasting Freedom With Coach Jason 15:53

1M ago15:53

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Is an old pattern of avoidance, low frustration tolerance, and seeking novelty keeping you stuck? That's the "eternal child," and it may be the true boss of your life. In this practical guide, Coach Jason provides a six-step framework to build your competent "adult self." Learn how to challenge avoidance by setting "teeny commitments" (like paying …

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Sandra Vergara: Selling Sunset and Sobriety 42:24

1M ago42:24

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Sandra Vergara, actress, luxury real estate agent, and newest face of Selling Sunset, shares about the moment she realized drinking was lowering her energy and blocking the life she was trying to grow into. Sandra opens up about her sobriety journey, her emotional patterns, and how discovering Kabbalah became the spiritual framework that helped her…

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Beyond Alcohol-Free: The 4 Key Areas Where You Should Be Celebrating Wins With Coach Jason 16:45

1M ago16:45

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Quitting drinking is just the start, the real magic lies in celebrating the life you gain! In this motivational episode, Coach Jason breaks down the four key areas where you need to look for and celebrate wins: Health, Emotional, Relationship, and Lifestyle. Learn how reclaiming time, money, and mental clarity reinforces your positive momentum with…

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The Petrov Principle: How to Pause, Question the Impulse, and Choose Logic Over Craving With Coach Jason 16:12

1M ago16:12

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How do you prevent a personal catastrophe? Learn the Petrov Principle, named after the Soviet officer who saved the world by pausing and questioning the data during a false nuclear alarm. This episode draws a powerful parallel to your alcohol-free life: your nervous system's cravings are often a "false alarm". Discover actionable strategies like bo…

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I'm Alcohol-Free... Now What? Embrace Your Inner Child and Find Your Flow With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 16:03

1M ago16:03

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The drinking stopped, but the question remains: "I'm alcohol-free... now what?". This episode tackles the overwhelming sense of suddenly having abundant free time and energy . Coaches Matt and Jason share powerful strategies for replacing old drinking rituals by embracing childlike exploration. Learn why pursuing hobbies like Lego, music, or puzzle…

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Am I Drinking Too Much? How Do You Know It’s Time to Stop Drinking. 42:51

1M ago42:51

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We explore the quiet signs your body, mind, and mood are giving you, the self-doubt that creeps in when others minimize your experience, and how to rebuild trust in your own intuition. From “gray-area drinking” to subtle burnout, this episode helps you tune out the noise and tune into yourself. Coach Lisa and Coach Susan dive into how to recognize …

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10 Years Alcohol-Free: Coach Teri's Journey from One Decision to a New Life With Coach Matt & Coach Teri 37:48

1M ago37:48

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Join us in celebrating Coach Teri Patterson's 10th Alcohol-Free Anniversary! In this candid interview, Terri shares her inspiring origin story of deciding to quit for good before the "sober curious" movement even had a name . Discover the counter-intuitive first steps she took, including walking her dog multiple times a night to disrupt her evening…

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5 Simple Ways to Align Your Heart and Mind for Lasting Clarity With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 16:40

2M ago16:40

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Is your head and heart constantly fighting over your decisions? That inner discord leads to chasing short-term hits instead of long-term purpose. In this foundational episode, Coaches Jason and Matt share 5 simple, neuroscience-backed techniques to achieve inner cohesion. Learn how practices like heart-centered breathing and "two-sided" journaling …

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Your Alcohol-Free Journey is the Hero's Journey With Coach Matt & Coach Jason 15:25

2M ago15:25

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This episode breaks down the three phases of the Hero's Journey, a narrative structure found everywhere from Star Wars to The Matrix and maps it onto your alcohol-free transformation. Coaches Matt and Jason explain how the emotional "Dark Night of the Soul" phase (the period of boredom or plateau) is actually the biggest opportunity for true growth…

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How to Start Your Sober Girl Journey 24:50

2M ago24:50

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In this empowering episode, discover essential techniques to overcome cravings, avoid boredom, and socialize confidently without alcohol. Key Highlights: Learn about the #1 mistake 99% of women make that keeps them returning to drinking. One simple actionable step can curb your drinking before it even begins. Explore the combination of strategies t…

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The 5 Simple Ways to Rewire Your Brain and Build New Neural With Coach Jason & Coach Matt 15:48

2M ago15:48

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Tired of willpower failing you? Science shows that intentionally building new habits is the key to lasting change. In this "rapid fire" and actionable episode, Coaches Jason and Matt break down five simple, neuroscience-backed strategies to rewire your brain for an alcohol-free life. Discover how engaging in novel, challenging activities, from lear…

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Crossing the Threshold: How to Find the Internal Clarity to Quit for Good With Coach Matt & Coach Jason 17:04

2M ago17:04

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Do you feel stuck in the cycle of telling yourself you need to change, but not knowing how to make the final break? A threshold moment is that powerful point of no return that shifts everything. In this candid discussion, Coaches Matt and Jason share their personal threshold stories, revealing how they moved past simply visualizing a bleak future t…

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The Party Guy Myth: How to Retire an Old Identity and Reinvest in Yourself With Coach Matt & Devon Mickey 35:46

2M ago35:46

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Are you rushing through life's best moments to get to your next drink? Member Devon Mickey shares his journey of retiring his decades-long identity as the "party guy" after facing a massive life transition. Learn how the powerful tool of reframing alcohol as "poison" helped him rewire his brain through neuroplasticity. Devon shows why investing in …

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A Sober Girls Guide to Mom Guilt in Sobriety 43:35

2M ago43:35

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Mom guilt is one of the biggest struggles women face when changing their relationship with alcohol. In this episode, I sit down with Coach Lisa from A Sober Girls Guide Membership to unpack how guilt shows up for moms in sobriety, and more importantly, how to overcome it. Lisa shares her own experiences as a mom navigating sobriety and gives practi…

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The Cycles of Freedom: Harnessing the Seasons to Master Your Journey With Coach Matt & Jeff Lester 36:41

2M ago36:41

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Do you view your journey as a straight line, leaving you unprepared for inevitable shifts? The truth is, your path has seasons, just like nature. In this enriching discussion, Coach Matt and conscious leadership coach Jeff Lester use the seasonal framework to explain the natural cycles of growth and rest in an alcohol-free life . Learn how to avoid…

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Yin Yoga: The Healing Counterpoint to Your Busy Mind With Matt & Coach Jeff 19:02

2M ago19:02

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Is your active, yang lifestyle leading to burnout, causing you to seek escape or numb? High-achievers often struggle to find balance, but the answer may be stillness. In this transformative discussion, Coach Matt and conscious leadership coach Jeff Lester introduce the profound power of Yin Yoga. Learn how this deep, internal practice teaches you t…

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90 Days to Optimal Brain Function: The Science of Your Healing Mind With Coach 23:26

2M ago23:26

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Do you mistakenly believe that simply drinking less will restore your focus and energy? Coach Teri Patterson explains why sustained non-drinking is essential for genuine transformation. This episode dives into the compelling neuroscience, detailing the weekly chemical and neurological changes, from the critical GABA-Glutamate reset in week one to t…

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Jennifer Salzman: ADHD and Alcohol 45:58

2M ago45:58

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Why do women with ADHD struggle to quit drinking? Jessica sits down with Jennifer, Rebel Without a Drink, to explore how understanding your brain changes everything about sobriety. If you’ve ever wondered why your brain won’t slow down, why you can’t “just have one,” or why quitting drinking feels like a full-time job, this episode is for you. Toge…

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How to Beat the Drift: Block Time for Self-Care and Stop People-Pleasing With Coach Matt 24:00

2M ago24:00

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Are you letting old habits of people-pleasing and self-sacrifice derail your new path? That avoidance technique is a direct path to the drift and a return to unhelpful patterns. This episode exposes the fading effect bias and how to counter it by reframing self-care as a powerful necessity, not a selfish act. Coach Matt shows you how to protect you…

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Beyond Willpower: Why Neuroscience and Community Beat a Half-Century Struggle With Coach Matt 33:22

2M ago33:22

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Do you feel defined by decades of struggling with alcohol? For high-achievers, the struggle often comes with profound guilt and shame. In this candid interview, Coach Matt speaks with member Gary, who shares his raw story of a near-fatal health scare (a TIA) and how he finally found a powerful path forward. Discover how a deep dive into neuroscienc…