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Sisters In Sobriety

Sonia Kahlon and Kathleen Killen

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You know that sinking feeling when you wake up with a hangover and think: “I’m never doing this again”? We’ve all been there. But what happens when you follow through? Sonia Kahlon and Kathleen Killen can tell you, because they did it! They went from sisters-in-law, to Sisters in Sobriety. In this podcast, Sonia and Kathleen invite you into their world, as they navigate the ups and downs of sobriety, explore stories of personal growth and share their journey of wellness and recovery. Get rea ...
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A master-class in personal and professional development, ultra-athlete, wellness evangelist and bestselling author Rich Roll delves deep with the world's brightest and most thought provoking thought leaders to educate, inspire and empower you to unleash your best, most authentic self. More at: https://richroll.com
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A podcast for high-functioning moms rethinking their relationship with alcohol — and ready to uncover what’s really driving it. If you’ve ever asked, “Why can’t I just have one and be done?” There’s nothing wrong with you. You’re just running an old subconscious program — one that’s not built for the life you’re living now. As moms with full calendars and zero margin for error, we need a different way in. One that works beneath the surface — and fits inside real life. Hosted by me - Claudia ...
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The Health, Habits, and Epic Living podcast educates and empowers women to make healthy lifestyle habits and achieve their health, wellness, and lifestyle goals. Join Pharmacist and Certified Life and Weight Loss Coach Sherry Price, as she shares effective strategies, mindset, and stress management tools to help women take charge of their health and wellness, embrace healthy eating patterns, and create lifestyle habits to improve how they feel and function. This podcast is for you if you fin ...
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Traditional addiction narratives are hopelessly outdated, rarely depicting the messy reality of high-functioning addiction. Instead, they: - Characterise addiction as a defect of character - Overlook the gap between public success and private chaos - Ignore addiction's reach among high achievers (cough... recruitment) Here's what 'Addiction Unmasked' stands for: - Addiction is more than a series of 'negative' actions - Each struggle with addiction reveals a person in pain - Beyond 'recovery' ...
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From the stuff your mother never told you, to the stuff your doctor never learned, On Health features taboo-busting conversations that demystify and de-stigmatize our bodies, all while bridging the gap between conventional medicine and wellness. Join Yale-trained MD & midwife Aviva Romm and her line-up of expert guests as they discuss everything from periods to menopause, sex to reproductive health politics, and motherhood to mental health. Each week, Dr. Romm will be exploring the science a ...
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Welcome to The Samantha Parker Show! An unfiltered and slightly unhinged look at what happens when you ditch the booze but keep the good stuff. I’m your Sober Bestie, Sam, and this is the sober space you didn’t know you needed. Whether you’re sober curious, counting hours to that 24-hour chip, or a seasoned sober bestie, we’re here to spill the tea on how to live your best life sober. We’re setting boundaries, chasing dreams, and living life to its fullest... just doing it with Mocktails now ...
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I never thought the girl I got in a drunken cake fight with would be the same one handing me a big book in AA, but here we are. Emily Blossom is an author, a badass real estate broker, and someone who’s lived a thousand lives. We hadn’t talked in years after that wild night, but then I walked into the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous and there she was…
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📌Make sure to check out Maggie’s new book ‘The MIND Diet: A Scientific Approach to Enhancing Brain Function’ https://amzn.to/4je5NPt 📌 Also check out The United States of Arugula https://amzn.to/3Qvw0Me 👉 In this episode of the Drama Free Healthy Living, Maggie Moon, a Columbia University-educated, culinary school-trained registered dietitian, and …
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Have you ever stared at your phone wondering where all the emotionally available adults are? In today’s episode of Sisters in Sobriety, we have Daphney Poyser, the founder and CEO of Fern Connections—a values-driven, LGBTQIA+ and ally-inclusive matchmaking and dating coaching company. Daphney’s mission is help people date with intention and build m…
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Dr. Matthew Nagra is a Vancouver-based naturopathic doctor and nutrition researcher who tackles misinformation around diet and nutrition on social media. This conversation dismantles nutrition's most malevolent misconceptions—from seed oil hysteria to carnivore evangelism. We explore how tribal allegiances have replaced science, why plant proteins …
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She used to drive around the back of the building just so no one would see her as she walked into an AA meeting. For 18 years, she kept my sobriety a secret. Margy was working high-powered jobs, going to conferences, wining and dining clients, and always pretending. She didn’t drink, but I couldn’t say it out loud. Margy Schaller joins me to spill …
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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged we cover: A framework for understanding mental health and physiology The relationship between the mind and the body How physiology follows psychology How to turn your thoughts into character traits How come prescriptions and medications can make mental health worse How sleep is the gateway to improving mental …
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Darin Olien is a wellness expert and protagonist of Netflix's "Down to Earth" with Zac Efron. This conversation explores the hidden dangers lurking in everyday products we assume are safe, from deodorant and dental floss to clothing and cleaning supplies. We discuss Darin's book "Fatal Conveniences," the toxic chemicals in our environment, why regu…
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Most women don’t look like they’re falling apart—even when they’re struggling to stay afloat. We keep it all going: raising kids, showing up for work, taking care of everyone else—while silently carrying stress, grief, trauma, and anxiety. And all that holding it together? It comes at a cost. In this heart-opening episode of On Health, Aviva sits d…
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🎙️ Guest Spotlight: With Dr. Melissa McCreery – Psychologist & Emotional Eating Expert Ever find yourself reaching for snacks at the end of a long, stressful day almost on autopilot? You’re not alone. When life feels chaotic and the pressure is high, food can become a quick (and easy) way to cope. But what if it’s not actually hunger you’re trying …
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Dr. Justin Houman is a board-certified urologist and fellowship-trained Men’s Sexual and Reproductive Health specialist whose practice is focused on male fertility, erectile dysfunction, sexual performance, testosterone management, Peyronie’s Disease, vasectomy reversals, and vasectomies. As a minimally-invasive microscopic surgeon, he specializes …
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What if your sugar cravings, chronic fatigue, or lack of clarity weren’t just random symptoms—but signs of deeper imbalances that could be blocking your recovery? On this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia is joined by strategist, speaker, and sober advocate Christie Dames. With over 38 years of sobriety and a career helping high-performers unlo…
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Craig Mod is an artist, author, and photographer who has lived in Japan for 25 years, chronicling the country through thousands of miles of recent solo walks. We explore walking as inner cartography—a practice that transforms attention into meaning. We discuss Craig's journey from his best friend's murder in Connecticut to finding home in Tokyo, th…
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“I’m just taking a break…” If that’s your plan, this episode is your wake-up call. Most moms fail at quitting drinking before they even begin — not because they’re weak, but because they’re preparing for the wrong thing. You’re not just quitting a habit. You’re confronting your brain’s deepest wiring. In this episode, I unpack: – The #1 belief that…
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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged: Why adding water can help eliminate constipation Why “more fiber” may not be the answer to better bowels. Which magnesium supplement is optimal for reducing constipation. Why you need to buy a squatty potty for your best pooping position. How exercise improves motility. Why coffee and caffeine are important t…
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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, we’re back with another installment of our no-filter mini-series where past guests answer 10 revealing questions about what it’s really like to date without alcohol in the picture. This time, Sonia chats with Kaitlin Henry, wellness advocate and host of the Step Zero podcast. Kaitlin busts the myth that you h…
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🎙️ Episode Title Hormone Harmony: Bioidentical HRT For Midlife Vitality ✨ Episode Summary Hot flashes and night sweats are just the beginning. In this episode, Dr. Sherry Price discussed some of the latest science and a podcast that is a must-listen for anyone considering hormone replacement therapy. Highlighting a powerful interview with Dr. Rache…
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Drew Manning is The NY Times Best Selling Author of the book, Fit2Fat2Fit, and creator of the hit TV show, Fit To Fat To Fit on A&E. He’s been featured on many TV shows such as Dr. Oz, The Tonight Show, CNN, The View, GMA and many more. With over 1 million social media followers, Drew continues on his mission to reshape the fitness industry with an…
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📌Get innovative & effective vaginal healthcare, powered by our state-of-the-art vaginal microbiome test: check out EVVY https://www.evvy.com/ 📌EVVY on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evvy/?hl=en 👉In this episode of the Drama Free Healthy Living Podcast, host Jess Cording dives into women's health with Priyanka Jain, co-founder and CEO of Evvy, …
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This week on Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen are taking on one of the trickiest parts of recovery: what happens at home. Their guest, Amber Hollingsworth, is a licensed professional counselor, family recovery expert, and the brain behind the YouTube channel Put the Shovel Down. With over 20 years of experience, she helps families deal with …
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Mike Birbiglia is a master storyteller, acclaimed comedian, and the creative force behind Netflix specials including "The Old Man & the Pool" and his newest, "The Good Life." This conversation explores the quiet architecture of story—how to shape it, live it, and share it in a way that matters. We talk about finding empathy for the parents who coul…
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Ever found yourself with a drink in hand and wondered,"Wait—did I even decide this?" You're not alone. And no, it's not about discipline. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the subconscious scripts silently running the show—those quiet, automatic loops that decide when, why, and how much you drink... often without your permission. We'll di…
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I’m one year sober, just turned 40, and I run a successful business. And I’m still starting over. Not because I lost everything, but because I changed. The life I had doesn’t fit the woman I’m becoming. If you’ve ever thought, “Is this it?” this episode is for you. Relationships -Sobriety changes your relationships. Some people will cheer for you, …
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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged: The Thyroid’s impact on weight gain What is the function of the thyroid What causes thyroid dysfunction The relationship between hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and thyroid Thyroids role in autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto’s and Grave’s disease How gut health affects the thyroid How Vitamin A regulates the t…
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Dr. Matthew Walker is a world-renowned neuroscientist, sleep expert, and the bestselling author of “Why We Sleep.” In this conversation, we explore sleep not as a passive state, but as the biological foundation of life itself—the platform from which wakefulness emerges. We dive into the architecture of sleep, its vital role in immune function, dise…
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In this special mini-episode of our spicy new series: The Truth About Sober Dating, Sex, and Love, we have Whitney Combs. A nationally board-certified health and wellness coach, wife, and mom of three. Whitney opens up about rediscovering intimacy without alcohol, why honesty became her ultimate non-negotiable, and how she chooses restaurants based…
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What if the way we care for new mothers is all wrong? Not just lacking. Not just outdated. But built on a model that misses the heart and soul of what postpartum truly is — and what it could be. When I was a home birth midwife, postpartum care was the care. I'd visit mamas and babies at home five or six times in the first few weeks. We’d talk about…
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🎙️ Episode Title The One Habit That Changes Everything With Dr. Sherry Price – Health, Habits & Epic Living Podcast You’ve made promises to yourself before. Maybe to drink less. To stop yelling. To lose weight. To feel more in control of your health and your emotions. But somehow, the cycle repeats, and you’re left wondering what’s missing. In this…
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Chris Hoppe has spent nearly two decades immersed in the world of coaching — from CrossFit and personal training to recovery support, breathwork, and behavioral health. His approach blends performance and presence, helping clients not just optimize their bodies, but reconnect to their lives in a deeper, more meaningful way. Chris has guided people …
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This feels like a special episode because today I’m celebrating an entire year of being alcohol free. Sitting here in this same office, thinking about where I was last year, it’s wild. There is no way this happened. But it did. I’m telling the whole truth. The freedom and the pain. The messy middle. The wins like running two 10Ks. Turning 40. Chang…
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You don’t drink every night. You’re holding it all together. So what’s the big deal? For many high-functioning moms questioning their drinking, this is the thought that keeps them stuck: “It’s not that bad.” But what if that whisper isn’t truth—it’s a trap? In this episode, Claudia shares the sentence her son said that cracked her world wide open. …
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Navigating family dynamics can be one of the hardest parts of recovery—especially when the relationships we’re told are “unbreakable” feel anything but safe. In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen are joined by Dr. Sharon Martin, psychotherapist and author of Cutting Ties with Your Parents and The Better Boundaries Workbook. Wit…
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Stuart McMillan is an elite track and field coach who has guided 70+ Olympians to over 30 medals across nine Olympic Games. As CEO of ALTIS, a global leader in sports education, he's revolutionized how we understand human movement. This conversation is an exploration of speed—not just as a metric, but as a kind of alchemy. At the heart of Stuart's …
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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: The internal mechanisms that create your sex drive. How psychological, hormonal, and functional dysfunction impacts sex drive. The biochemistry of boners The nervous system’s response to sexual arousal The psychology of porn addiction Supplementation that can improve your sex drive Impacts of c…
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In this special mini-episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen invite you to slow down for a few minutes and take an honest look at how codependency may be showing up in your life. This isn’t a diagnosis or a formal assessment—just a chance to reflect with a simple, 10-question quiz that’s designed to spark insight and self-awareness. ☁️ I…
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🎙️ Episode Title: Why Emotional Health Isn’t Optional With Dr. Sherry Price – Health, Habits & Epic Living Podcast If you’ve ever relied on willpower alone to change a habit—whether it’s sticking to a workout, cutting back on alcohol, or cleaning up your diet—you already know how quickly it burns out. Willpower is a finite resource. It may help you…
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For sober curious moms rethinking alcohol or trying to cut back drinking, this moment is all too familiar... You might have promised yourself - as I myself did hundreds of times - this morning: no drink tonight. But then it’s 6 PM, dinner’s chaos, the kids are loud—and there it is again: “Just one won’t hurt.” If you’ve ever stood at the fridge, dr…
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Today on Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen are diving into a topic that often comes up after we quit drinking: codependency. With Kathleen’s clinical expertise as a couples therapist and Sonia’s real-life experiences, they’re unpacking what codependency really means—and how to spot it in yourself. What exactly is codependency—and how is it di…
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Dr. Judith Joseph is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, clinical professor at NYU Medical School, and a renowned voice on high-functioning depression. In this conversation, we explore the paradox of achievement and anhedonia—the curious, often painful reality that success doesn't always equate to joy. Judith shares her clinical insights into why so ma…
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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: How to determine total calories for your goals Why maintenance calories are important for body composition and health Why calories determine the size of your body Understanding energy balance and finding your activity multiplier How to properly increase and decrease your caloric intake to reach…
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Paul Hawken is one of the great elder statesmen of environmentalism, a bestselling author, and the mind behind Drawdown and Regeneration. This conversation explores the biosphere's intrinsic intelligence through the expansive lens of Paul's latest book, Carbon: The Book of Life. We discuss carbon's improbable origins, examine the mycelial networks …
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In this mini-episode of Sisters in Sobriety, we’re diving into sober dating with psychotherapist Samantha Barnes.Sam has over two decades of experience working with children, youth, and families on their wellness journeys. and she’s currently embracing the single life with clarity, confidence, and no time for BS. We asked her 10 honest questions ab…
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In recognition of Maternal Mental Health Month I am re-sharing this 2023 conversation with the founders of The Motherhood Center in NYC. With Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) being the #1 complication associated with birth in the US and the #2 cause of maternal mortality, this remains a critical conversation. It’s not just you. You're n…
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Dr. Mike T. Nelson has spent 18 years of his life learning how the human body works, specifically focusing on how to properly condition it to burn fat and become stronger, more flexible, and healthier. He’s been called in to share his techniques with top government agencies, universities and colleges, fitness organizations and fanatics. The techniq…
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The Danger of Staying the Same In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Sherry Price delves into the often-overlooked risks of remaining in our comfort zones. She explores how the fear of change can hinder personal growth, health, and overall well-being. Change can be difficult, but staying the same can be harder in the long run. True freedom and tra…
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Moderation as a smart mom takes lots of mental energy- but guess what? Your subconscious usually wins that fight 😳 You’re smart. You’re logical. You’re a damn responsible mom. So why the hell does moderation keep slipping through your fingers? It’s not a willpower problem. It’s not that you’re doing something wrong. It’s that your brain — your bril…
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Parenting while staying sober isn’t for the faint of heart—but you don’t have to do it alone. On this week’s episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen are diving into the layered, often unspoken, realities of recovery and motherhood with the brilliant Sarah Allen Benton. Sarah is a licensed mental health counselor, addiction specialist, an…
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Kate Courtney is a world champion mountain biker, Olympian, and the palmarès-rich face of American cycling. This conversation examines Kate's Olympic torch moment with Tom Cruise, her athletic philosophy, and her groundbreaking She Sends Racing initiative. We delve into mountain biking's Marin County roots, the tension between data and intuition, b…
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Welcome to Sisters in Sobriety and our mini-series The Truth About Sober Dating, Sex & Relationships—where we get personal with our favorite guests in 10 spicy questions. Today, we're joined by the brilliant and refreshingly honest Ali Shapiro, creator of Truce with Food, health rebel, and emotional detective. You may remember Ali from our previous…
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