Best High Functioning Alcoholic Podcasts (2025)

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260: Psychedelic Healing & Safety: A Conversation with The Spirit Pharmacist 50:01

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🎙️ Episode Psychedelic Healing & Safety: A Conversation with The Spirit Pharmacist Psychedelic-assisted therapy is gaining momentum for a reason — it offers avenues of healing that many people haven't been able to access through traditional routes alone. In this episode, Dr. Ben Malcolm (AKA The Spirit Pharmacist), a psychiatric pharmacist and lead…

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Ep 49 Has He Stopped “Showing Up” for the Holidays? Guest Interview: Addiction, Alcoholism, Depression, and Anxiety Collide at Christmas 15:48

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What happens to holidays as alcoholism progresses? In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we share a deeply personal conversation about how alcohol addiction slowly changed our family’s holidays over the years — often in ways we didn’t fully understand at the time. This is a joint interview with my husband and me, reflecting honestly on: • What holi…

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#376 - AMA #78: Longevity interventions, exercise, diagnostic screening, and managing high apoB, hypertension, metabolic health, and more 22:17

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) episode, Peter tackles a wide-ranging set of listener questions spanning lifespan interventions, exercise, cardiovascular risk reduction, time-restricted eating, blood pressure managemen…

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259: Uncomplicating Wellness with Jenn Trepeck 38:19

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🎙️ Episode Uncomplicating Wellness with Jenn Trepeck Wellness isn't just the absence of disease—it's how you live, think, and feel every day. In this honest and science-informed conversation, Jenn Trepeck challenges the noise around "perfect health," offering a clearer, saner lens on how to care for your body. Instead of chasing extreme regimes, sh…

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#375 - Ketogenic diet, ketosis & hyperbaric oxygen: metabolic therapies for weight loss, cognition, Alzheimer's & more | Dom D'Agostino, Ph.D. 2:08:25

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Dom D'Agostino is a neuroscientist and professor at the forefront of metabolic therapies, including ketogenic diets, exogenous ketones, and hyperbaric oxygen. In this episode, Dom breaks down nutritional versus supplem…

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258: How to Stay in Control of Alcohol This Holiday Season 30:52

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🎙️ Episode How to Stay in Control of Alcohol This Holiday Season Every December brings joy, celebration and connection, yet it can also bring habits that pull us away from feeling our best. In this episode, I am speaking straight from love and support to help you stay in control of your relationship with alcohol during this busy season. If you want…

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Ep 48 Struggling to Manage Money In Addiction? Financial Impacts of Alcoholism 22:39

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Do you dread the holidays because money feels out of control — and no matter how hard you plan, budget, or prepare, something always sabotages your efforts? When you're married to someone struggling with alcoholism, the financial stress of the holiday season hits different. You’re trying to manage Christmas gifts, family events, groceries, travel… …

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#374 - The evolutionary biology of testosterone: how it shapes male development and sex-based behavioral differences, | Carole Hooven, Ph.D. 2:05:20

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Carole Hooven is a human evolutionary biologist whose research centers on testosterone, sex differences, and behavior. In this episode, she explores how prenatal testosterone orchestrates male development in the body a…

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257: Breathwork for Presence and Peace with Jessica Dibb 38:36

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🎙️ Episode Breathwork for Presence and Peace with Jessica Dibb Breath is something we do automatically, but the way we breathe tells the truth about how we're really doing emotionally, physically, and spiritually. In this powerful conversation, master teacher Jessica Dibb opens a doorway into conscious breathing as a path back to presence, clarity,…

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EP 47: Parenting Alone in an Alcoholic Marriage? Holiday Exhaustion…..You are NOT Alone! 20:45

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Are you the only functioning parent in your home during the holidays? Do you carry the entire load—planning, preparing, protecting the kids, managing emotions—while your husband’s drinking increases and his presence decreases? This episode dives into the heartbreaking exhaustion Christian wives face when they are emotionally and practically parenti…

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The impact of gratitude, serving others, embracing mortality, and living intentionally | Walter Green (#288 rebroadcast) 1:31:01

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Walter Green is a remarkable philanthropist, mentor, author of This Is the Moment!, and founder of the impactful "Say It Now" movement. In this episode, Walter delves into the unique insights gained from his challengin…

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256: 3 Foundational Steps of the Change Process 18:13

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🎙️ Episode Episode: The 3 Foundational Steps That Make Change Finally Stick If you've ever tried to change a habit only to slide back into the same loop over and over again, you're not alone. After years of coaching high-achieving women, I've uncovered three critical steps that make change stick. When one is missing, setbacks can multiply and the n…

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Ep 46 Addiction: The Red Flags and How To Recognize it in a Marriage 21:50

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Are you wondering if your husband’s drinking or behavior has crossed the line from “social” to something more serious? Maybe you’ve ignored the warning signs because you didn’t want to believe you were living with addiction. In this episode, we’re unpacking the red flags of addiction—what they look like in marriage, why we overlook them, and how co…

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#373 – Thyroid function and hypothyroidism: why current diagnosis and treatment fall short for many, and how new approaches are transforming care | Antonio Bianco, M.D., Ph.D. 2:20:06

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Antonio Bianco is a world-renowned physician-scientist and expert in thyroid physiology and metabolism. In this episode, Antonio explores the complex biology of thyroid hormone production, conversion, and regulation—hi…

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255: "Reclaim Your Sexuality After 40" with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf 57:42

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🎙️ Episode Reclaim Your Sexuality After 40 with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf As women, we deserve our sensuality and pelvic health to flourish in the second half of our lives. Joining me today is Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, and we talk candidly about libido and sexuality after 40. You'll learn the truth about stress and sex, some practical pelvic floor care and ex…

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Ep 45 Gaslighting Is the Fuel That Keeps You Stuck in an Endless Cycle of Addiction: The Secret to Breaking Free! 17:38

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If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “How did I get back to this again?” — this episode is for you. That question means you’ve just gone through the cycle of gaslighting — and you may not even realize it. In this episode, we break down what gaslighting in an alcoholic marriage really looks like, why it’s so powerful, and how it keeps you trapped i…

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Why We Drink: Culture, Genetics, and The Long Road to Recovery 5:25

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#033 - Host delves into the complex relationship between alcohol, culture, and addiction. Inspired by Russell Crowe's candid conversation on the Joe Rogan Experience, the discussion covers the impact of alcohol in Punjabi culture, the subtlety of addiction, and the science behind genetic predispositions. The host offers personal insights and practi…

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#372 - AMA #77: Dietary fiber and health outcomes: real benefits, overhyped claims, and practical applications 24:14

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) episode, Peter breaks down the science of dietary fiber, moving beyond the blanket advice to "eat more fiber" to uncover what it actually does in the body and where its benefits are trul…

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LCBO Revenue Drop: A Sign of Changing Alcohol Consumption? 4:49

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#032 - In this episode of 'Rat Race Stories of Addiction and Recovery', AZ discusses the recent decline in LCBO's revenue, the liberalization of alcohol sales in Ontario, and its implications. The episode also touches on the normalization of public drinking in places like Ottawa's parks and its impact on those in recovery. Additionally, the episode…

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Professional and Powerless 6:27

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#031 - AZ dives into the often unspoken struggles of high achievers within communities. Addressing cultural expectations and the silent battles with addiction, AZ shares the path to reclaiming his voice. This episode challenges the normalization of alcohol, discusses its hidden risks, and calls for a cultural shift towards open conversations and he…

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254: Creating a Breakthrough 30:45

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🎙️ Episode Creating a Breakthrough Can you feel it? The holidays are here, and life feels like it's speeding up again. This is a time when many of us begin to slip away from our positive habits and healthy choices. It's tempting to fall into old patterns, numb stress, and tell ourselves we will reset in January. But what if this year we can choose …

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EP 44 Why Addiction Is Always Dysfunctional: 5 Ways to See It Clearly (Even in High-Functioning Times) 29:25

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When your husband is struggling with alcohol use, but life still looks mostly normal… it can be incredibly confusing. He may be: Holding down a good job Active in church or community Present with the kids at times Charming and “fine” around family and friends And when you express concern? He says you’re overreacting. Or that things aren’t that bad.…

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#371 – Women's sexual health: desire, arousal, and orgasms, navigating perimenopause, and enhancing satisfaction | Sally Greenwald, M.D., M.P.H. 1:52:21

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Sally Greenwald is an OB-GYN who specializes in women's sexual health from a hormonal and physiologic perspective, with expertise spanning desire, arousal, pelvic floor function, contraception, and menopause care. In t…

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High Functioning Addiction, Quiet Burnout 3:46

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#030 - In this episode of Rat Race Stories of Addiction and Recovery, host AZ discusses the concept of 'High Functioning Low Peace,' exploring the internal battles faced by individuals who appear to have it all together on the outside. AZ shares a personal story of how, despite professional success, he struggled with alcoholism as a means to escape…

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253: How Quitting Alcohol Changed My Life with Sherri Singleton 38:46

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🎙️ Episode How Quitting Alcohol Changed My Life with Sherri Singleton There's something powerful about hearing a woman say, "I finally stopped letting alcohol control me." My friend and guest today, Sherri Singleton, reached a point where she knew she was done. That one decision reshaped her entire life - her health, her relationships, her purpose …

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EP 43 Detox & Rehab: How Long Should My Alcoholic Husband Stay? 27:18

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If your husband is finally getting help for his addiction, you may be wondering: How long should he stay in treatment? 30 days? 60 days? 90 days? Longer? And what does detox have to do with rehab? Today, we’re breaking down the difference between detox and rehab in a simple, helpful way — and we’ll talk about why staying longer can make a big diffe…

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Longevity 101: a foundational guide to Peter's frameworks for longevity, and understanding CVD, cancer, neurodegenerative disease, nutrition, exercise, sleep, and more (re-broadcast) 1:25:25

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this special episode, Peter provides a comprehensive introduction to longevity, perfect for newcomers or those looking to refresh their knowledge. He lays out the foundational concepts of lifespan, healthspan, and t…

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#370 - AMA #76: Peter evaluates longevity drugs, aspirin for CVD, and strategies to improve muscle mass — proven, promising, fuzzy, noise, or nonsense? 17:13

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) episode, Peter revisits the "proven, promising, fuzzy, noise, nonsense" scale and applies it to a variety of popular topics. He begins with a refresher on what each category represents b…

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252: "You Are Already Enough" with Dr. Laurie Bruce 39:41

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🎙️ Episode "You Are Already Enough" with Dr. Laurie Bruce Many of us are conditioned to believe that if we just achieve more, we will finally feel worthy. And have and be enough. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Laurie Bruce to discuss what it means to stop chasing, start receiving, and grow into a deep-rooted sense of enoughness. Laurie opens …

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Ep 42 Why Won't He STOP Drinking Alcohol? Doesn't He Love Us? The Truth About The Addicted Brain 30:03

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Have you ever asked yourself, “If he really loved us, why won’t he stop drinking?” You’re not alone. So many Christian wives live in this painful confusion—trying to love, pray, and reason their way through addiction, only to feel rejected, unloved and unseen. In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we unpack the truth about the addicted brain and wh…

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#369 ‒ Rethinking protein needs for performance, muscle preservation, and longevity, and the mental and physical benefits of creatine supplementation and sauna use | Rhonda Patrick, Ph.D. 1:50:00

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Rhonda Patrick is a scientist, health educator, and host of the FoundMyFitness podcast whose work explores the intersection of nutrition, aging, and disease prevention. In this episode, Rhonda joins Peter for part two …

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251: The Menopause Moment: Empowering Your Health with Dr. Kelly Casperson 40:18

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🎙️ Episode The Menopause Moment: Empowering Your Health with Dr. Kelly Casperson This week, I'm thrilled to welcome board-certified urologist, podcaster, women's health advocate, author, and educator Dr. Kelly Casperson. Her new book, The Menopause Moment, was just released last month and today we are diving into some very compelling information ab…

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Ep 41 Struggling To Communicate in an Alcoholic Marriage? ONE Boundary You Can Set Today 37:15

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Have you ever found yourself drawn into a heated or emotional conversation with your husband after he’s been drinking—only to regret it the next day when he doesn’t remember, denies it happened, or twists your words? In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’ll talk about why refusing to engage in conversation when alcohol is involved is not cold or…

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#368 ‒ The protein debate: optimal intake, limitations of the RDA, whether high-protein intake is harmful, and how to think about processed foods | David Allison, Ph.D. 1:49:24

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter David Allison is a world-renowned scientist and award-winning scientific writer who has spent more than two decades at the forefront of obesity research. In this episode, David joins for his third appearance on The Dri…

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250: These Three Habits are Draining You 30:42

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🎙️ Episode These 3 Habits Are Draining You Have you ever wondered why you feel tired, stuck, or like you're spinning your wheels even though you're "doing all the right things"? In this episode of the Health Habits and Epic Living Podcast, I uncover three sneaky habits that drain your energy, momentum, and joy. Through years of coaching mostly wome…

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Ep 40 Feel Crazy? Gaslighting: The Basics and How To Spot It Amidst Addiction 39:45

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Have you ever walked away from a conversation with your husband and thought, “Am I crazy?” You’re not. You may be experiencing gaslighting—one of the most confusing and painful behaviors that often shows up in alcoholic marriages. In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’re going back to the basics. You’ll learn what gaslighting really is, how it m…

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#367 - Tylenol, pregnancy, and autism: What recent studies show and how to interpret the data 1:27:09

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this special episode of The Drive, Peter addresses the recent headlines linking acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy to autism in exposed children. Recognizing the confusion these claims have sparked among p…

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249: From Stuck to Free: Shifting Your Alcohol Habits 32:31

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🎙️ Episode From Stuck to Free: Shifting Your Alcohol Habits Ever feel like alcohol has too much power in your life, or that it's "just what you do" without questioning it? In this episode, I share encouraging new data about shifting drinking patterns in America and how more and more people are realizing that even "moderate" drinking isn't harmless.…