Best Quitdrinkingalcohol Podcasts (2025)

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401 Beat Addiction For Good - The Neuroscience of Sobriety 52:03

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5d ago52:03

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My guest today is Dr. Hector — a psychiatrist who specializes in helping people heal from addiction, PTSD, anxiety, and depression through a trauma-informed approach. He blends neuroscience, medication, and therapy with nutrition and lifestyle tools to support whole-person healing. What I love about his work is that it's not just clinical — it's de…

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400: Behind The Mic-Untold Stories From 400 Episodes 1:20:16

11d ago1:20:16

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🎉 400 Episodes! In this special milestone conversation, I sit down with my friend for a warm, nostalgic, and inspiring reflection on the journey so far — and a vision for the future. In this episode, we celebrate the incredible guests who shaped the conversation around sobriety, share behind-the-scenes stories you've never heard, reflect on the evo…

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399 Sobriety Reset: Why Its So Hard To Ask For Help (And What To Do About It) 7:15

16d ago7:15

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Have you ever felt like asking for help is just not an option—especially when it comes to quitting drinking? In this episode, we break down the real subconscious reasons why high-achievers struggle to reach out, how childhood conditioning shapes this pattern, and why asking for help is actually the key to lasting sobriety. You'll learn: Why relying…

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398 Unpaid Labor, Loopholes & Lost Lives: The Dark Truth About Rehabs 48:34

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In this powerful conversation, investigative journalist Shoshana Walter exposes the dark underbelly of America's rehab industry. Drawing from her eight years of research for Rehab: An American Scandal, she reveals how court-ordered rehab programs have exploited vulnerable people by sending them to work unpaid in dangerous jobs — all under the guise…

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398 Sobriety Reset - What To Say When You First Quit Drinking 6:13

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If you're navigating the early days of sobriety, one of the hardest parts can be figuring out what to say to friends, family, and coworkers about your decision not to drink. In this episode, Arlina breaks down simple, empowering language you can use in different social situations, so you can protect your boundaries without shame or awkwardness. You…

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397 Addiction, Violence, and Losing His Brother: Josh's Path To Healing 48:05

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In this raw and moving episode, Josh shares his unbelievable journey through addiction, violence, and grief — and how he found his way to sobriety. From being stabbed and shot, to losing his brother to fentanyl, to nearly ending his own life, Josh's story is both heartbreaking and inspiring. Through therapy, music, gratitude, and the 12 steps, he's…

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396 Sobriety Reset: The #1 Thing You HAVE To Do To Stay Sober 5:30

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👊🏼Need help applying this information to your own life? Here are 3 ways to get started: 🎁Free Guide: 30 Tips for Your First 30 Days - With a printable PDF checklist Grab your copy here: https://www.soberlifeschool.com ☎️Private Coaching: Make Sobriety Stick https://www.makesobrietystick.com Subscribe So You Don't Miss New Episodes! Listen to the ep…

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396 Healing Childhood Wounds and Breaking Free from Anxiety and Shame 1:04:59

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Hey friend, Thanks for downloading this episode! My name is Arlina and I'll be your host. And if you haven't yet, check out our YouTube channel and subscribe! You'll find it by searching "The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast". Obviously. Y'all I don't know what got into me when we recorded this episode. Maybe it was too much coffee, but I was hav…

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Sobriety Reset: The 3 Phases Of Getting Sober 19:22

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The Three Phases of Sobriety: From Foundation to Lasting Change Sobriety isn't just about putting down the drink—it's about building a life that supports staying sober. In this episode of Sobriety Reset, I broke down the three phases of getting sober: building a foundation, uncovering and discarding old patterns, and creating lasting change. Phase …

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394 How To Quit Drinking Alcohol Without Hitting Rock Bottom 1:11:27

1M ago1:11:27

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In this powerful and thought-provoking conversation, meditation teacher and author Billy Winn shares his journey from heavy drinking to finding peace and fulfillment through Zen Buddhist practice. Billy talks about the pivotal moment that led him to stop drinking, the lessons he learned from opening (and later closing) an alcohol-free bar, and the …

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393 Addiction, Sobriety, and the Fight for a Better Life with Edward Latimore Jr 1:05:09

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Today I'm speaking with Edward Latimore—author of "Sober Letters to My Drunken Self". He's a former professional boxer, and in this episode, we explore his powerful journey from growing up in the projects, his life of addiction, and how he is now living a life of sobriety, self-mastery, and success. Edward's story is about resilience, personal acco…

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392 Sobriety Reset: 3 Ideas To Get You Through Your First 30 Days 14:59

2M ago14:59

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✨ New Mini-Episode: Sobriety Reset ✨ If you're starting (or restarting) your first 30 days of sobriety, this episode is for you. I share three powerful shifts that make the early days less overwhelming and a lot more doable. Sobriety isn't about perfection—it's about simple strategies that keep you steady. 💛 🎧 Listen now on the One Day At A Time Re…

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391 Dr. Jason Giles: How a Physician Overcame Fentanyl Addiction and Found Recovery 1:17:11

2M ago1:17:11

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Hi Friend, Thanks for downloading this episode, my name is Arlina and I'll be your host. To contribute to recovery awareness, I am going to be publishing a series of weekly mini episodes for those who are thinking about getting sober or those who need a little bit of a sobriety reset. In fact, that's what I'm going to call it: Sobriety Reset. They …

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390 How To Reclaim Self-Worth Through Sobriety 53:47

2M ago53:47

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Hi friend, welcome to another episode! If you're new here, my name is Arlina, I've been sober for 31 years and I'm the author of the #1 best selling book "The 12 Step Guide for Skeptics: Clearing up common misconceptions of a path to sobriety". And if you hear some snoring in the background, no thats not my husband Bob, its my english bulldog Teddy…

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389 Freedom Through Surrender: The Unexpected Power of Letting Go 56:11

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"The degree of magic you experience in your life will be in direct proportion to the degree you surrender and let go." Hey friend, My name is Arlina and I'll be your host. I actually have a quick story for you to tell you about today's guest. You may have heard me say that I've been feeling burned out, so I decided to take time off to do a "self-ca…

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388 Addiction Recovery Evolved: How Psychedelics and TMS Are Changing the Game 50:35

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Hey friend, Thank you for downloading this episode! In case we haven't met yet, my name is Arlina, and I'll be your host. I'm sure you have noticed that when you start on the path of being sober, that's when the real work begins. Relationships shift, career goals change, and the old habits that no longer work, need to be rebuilt from the ground up.…

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386 Rewiring the Brain for Sobriety: Ayahuasca, Trauma, and Transformation 1:15:26

3M ago1:15:26

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Before we jump in, I do want to mention that I have a lot of free recovery resources on my website at soberlifeschool.com. There's a guide called "How to quit drinking: 30 tips for your first 30 days" with tips on how to beat cravings, how to answer the inevitable questions about why you're not drinking, how to manage stress, and still have fun! Cu…

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386 Healing After Narcissistic Parenting: From Survival Mode to Self-Love 53:44

3M ago53:44

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Hi Friend, If you're new to the podcast, my name is Arlina, I've been sober for 31 years, I'm a recovery coach, a bestselling author, and I'll be your host. If you're a long time listener, you may have noticed I recently enabled ads at the beginning of each episode. Something I haven't done before in the 9 years that I've been hosting the podcast. …

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385 The Molecule of More: Addiction, Behavior and What Really Fills the Void With Author Michael Long 58:44

3M ago58:44

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Why do we always want more, even when we know it won't make us happy? In this episode, I speak with Michael Long, co-author of The Molecule of More and author of Taming the Molecule of More, about the true nature of dopamine, craving, and how to reclaim our power from the constant chase for the next hit—whether it's drugs, sugar, social media, or e…

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384 The Woman Who Saved My Life: A Tribute to My First Sponsor 46:05

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Hi Friend, Thank you for downloading this episode, my name is Arlina, and I'll be your host. I have to admit, this one's going to be tough. With a heavy heart, I want to share that my beloved first sponsor, Kimberly A—affectionately known as Kimmerz—has passed away. She was the gentle, wise soul who walked me through my first year of sobriety. Her …

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383 Breaking 4 Addictions: One Man's Journey Through Shame, Science and Sobriety 1:12:36

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In this raw and deeply honest episode, I sit down with Matt, founder of Quit Kit, who shares his journey of quitting not just one — but four addictions: cigarettes, tramadol, kratom, and alcohol. With compassion and candor, Matt opens up about childhood loneliness, suicidal thoughts in active addiction, and the practical tools that helped him not o…

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382 The Secret Addiction That Shattered Us: Rebuilding After Hidden Betrayal 54:53

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In this episode, I'm joined by Joanna and Matthew Raabsmith—a couple whose story of addiction, betrayal, and ultimately deep healing is nothing short of powerful. Matthew shares his journey through sexual addiction and recovery, while Joanna opens up about the betrayal trauma that nearly broke their relationship—and how they found a way to rebuild …

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381 The Power of Two Way Prayer With Father Bill 1:18:25

4M ago1:18:25

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Hey friend, Im so glad youre here! In case youre new to my little corner of the world, my name is Arlina and Ill be your host. If youre not new here, then you already know I love exploring tools and practices that support sobriety, spiritual growth, and mental health - all in an effort to help me change my behavior and ultimately feel better. The t…

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380 A Clean Mess: Love, Loss, and Starting Over In Sobriety With Tiffany Jenkins 1:17:34

4M ago1:17:34

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Hi friend, Thank you for downloading this episode and hanging out with me today Before I introduce todays guest, I wanted to let you know we have some new sponsors and youll start to hear about them in the upcoming weeks. This will help me move from depending on donations that cover the expense of producing the podcast. In the near future I will of…

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379 Rewiring the Brain: Ketamine Therapy in Addiction Recovery 54:17

5M ago54:17

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Hi Friend, Thank you for downloading the episode! My name is Arlina and Ill be your host. Before I talk about todays guest, I want to share that I am celebrating 9 years of hosting the podcast! I have interviewed more than 400 people, many NYT best selling authors, all kinds of experts, and I celebrate all paths of recovery. Im obviously a huge 12 …

Quitdrinkingalcohol Podcasts

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The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast

Arlina Allen

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401 Beat Addiction For Good - The Neuroscience of Sobriety 52:03

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400: Behind The Mic-Untold Stories From 400 Episodes 1:20:16

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399 Sobriety Reset: Why Its So Hard To Ask For Help (And What To Do About It) 7:15

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398 Unpaid Labor, Loopholes & Lost Lives: The Dark Truth About Rehabs 48:34

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398 Sobriety Reset - What To Say When You First Quit Drinking 6:13

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397 Addiction, Violence, and Losing His Brother: Josh's Path To Healing 48:05

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396 Sobriety Reset: The #1 Thing You HAVE To Do To Stay Sober 5:30

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396 Healing Childhood Wounds and Breaking Free from Anxiety and Shame 1:04:59

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Sobriety Reset: The 3 Phases Of Getting Sober 19:22

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394 How To Quit Drinking Alcohol Without Hitting Rock Bottom 1:11:27

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393 Addiction, Sobriety, and the Fight for a Better Life with Edward Latimore Jr 1:05:09

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392 Sobriety Reset: 3 Ideas To Get You Through Your First 30 Days 14:59

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391 Dr. Jason Giles: How a Physician Overcame Fentanyl Addiction and Found Recovery 1:17:11

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390 How To Reclaim Self-Worth Through Sobriety 53:47

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389 Freedom Through Surrender: The Unexpected Power of Letting Go 56:11

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388 Addiction Recovery Evolved: How Psychedelics and TMS Are Changing the Game 50:35

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386 Rewiring the Brain for Sobriety: Ayahuasca, Trauma, and Transformation 1:15:26

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386 Healing After Narcissistic Parenting: From Survival Mode to Self-Love 53:44

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385 The Molecule of More: Addiction, Behavior and What Really Fills the Void With Author Michael Long 58:44

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384 The Woman Who Saved My Life: A Tribute to My First Sponsor 46:05

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383 Breaking 4 Addictions: One Man's Journey Through Shame, Science and Sobriety 1:12:36

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382 The Secret Addiction That Shattered Us: Rebuilding After Hidden Betrayal 54:53

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381 The Power of Two Way Prayer With Father Bill 1:18:25

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380 A Clean Mess: Love, Loss, and Starting Over In Sobriety With Tiffany Jenkins 1:17:34

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379 Rewiring the Brain: Ketamine Therapy in Addiction Recovery 54:17