Best Glenn H Podcasts (2025)

Glenn and Mike welcome Joe and Ryan to the coffee shop for a few weeks of summer-focused sobriety. In this session, Ryan shares details about his journey towards recovery. From DUI to program defiance, the boys shared how the fellowship, the steps, and anniversaries supported their quest to accept that life on this side of drinking is far better th…

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Interview: Why daylight is the secret to great sleep | Christine Blume 31:21

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Does the type and amount of light you’re exposed to during the day change how well you sleep at night? Diving into the effects of daylight on your internal biological clock, sleep scientist Christine Blume shares practical tips for making natural light part of your daily routine — and shows why stepping outside might be the simplest, most impactful…

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Session 21: Fair Fighting Do's and Don'ts 15:50

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Just Breathe - a stressless coffee with Hamza 27:25

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Mike and Glenn welcome Hamza to the coffee shop to discuss the grind, stresses, and the fear of what can happen vs finding joy in a whole life using techniques such as breathwork. Learn more at www.breathesober.comBy Mike R and Glenn H

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Why your body fights weight loss | Katherine Saunders 13:20

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Why does losing weight often feel like an uphill battle? Physician Katherine Saunders unpacks how our bodies are wired to store fat, revealing that obesity isn’t simply a lack of willpower — it’s a complex, chronic disease rooted in evolutionary biology. She shares the science behind the latest breakthroughs in treatment, from lifestyle interventio…

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Session 20: Mindfulness 15:50

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Sobriety Workbook Session - Coffee w Jeni 31:02

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Jeni joins Mike and Glenn in their hope to help people on their journey towards sobriety. Her workbook was recently published as a powerful tool, especially for woman who have decided that alcohol no longer serves their life goals. Health, science, and practical steps have proven to be the answer for her, Mike, and Glenn. Worth a listen!…

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The science of taste and smell with Rachel Herz | from ReThinking with Adam Grant 35:18

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Do you hate the taste of cilantro and chocolate? You might be a super taster! Rachel Herz is a neuroscientist at Brown University who specializes in taste and smell. In this episode, Adam, Rachel, and Adam’s wife Allison Sweet Grant investigate the sources of their different food preferences, uncover the overlooked power of smell, and analyze the e…

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Session 19: Walking in Their World 15:50

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Coffee Time with Joe - AGAIN 49:51

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Joe returns to chat about everything and nothing: fun, fantastic exits, pain, pain meds, guardrails, death, mini-bars, meetings, strong programs, honesty, balance, service, feelings, commitments, intention, time, sponsors, coffees, blessings, music, surrender, the ninth step, work, peace and the promises.…

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Why social health is key to happiness and longevity | Kasley Killam 11:27

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You know it's important to take care of your physical and mental health. But what about your social health? Social scientist Kasley Killam shows how feeling a sense of belonging and connection has concrete benefits to your overall health — and explains why it may be the missing key to living a longer and happier life. For a chance to give your own …

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Session 18: Growing Love Through Friendship 15:50

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"Connecting" - coffee with Joe 39:04

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Joe meets up with Mike and Glenn, and they discuss "being ready", meetings, connection, and what makes makers make. Life, they agree, is better sober.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Lars Magnusson on the History of Economic Thought in Sweden 26:47

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In 2022, Swedish historian of economic thought Lars Magnusson published a major book (in Swedish) about Swedish economic thought, from the late Middle Ages to the mid 19th century. The title (in English): From Medieval Provincial Law to State Liberalism: Economic Thought in Sweden. One theme is that proto-liberal thinking, often mixed in varying de…

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How I make vegan food sexy | from TED Talks Daily 20:06

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At the plant-based burger chain Slutty Vegan, Pinky Cole is flipping the script on vegan food with bold style. In conversation with host of "TED Radio Hour" Manoush Zomorodi, she shares the highs and lows of her entrepreneurial journey, from her roots in Baltimore to the grease fire that took her first storefront in Harlem. Learn more about the aut…

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Session 17: Meeting the Fire – Understanding Rage 15:50

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"The Seed Session" - featuring Glenn 37:50

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Glenn does his best to flashroll the presentation he gave at the AA retreat that Sober.coffee was broadcasting from. He focuses on the similarities, not the differences, in seed planting in the name of growing good sobriety. This session spells out practical advice for a solid recovery plan. A can't miss.…

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Interview: The razor-thin line between contagion and connection | Dan Taberski 29:37

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After a mysterious wave of tics and twitches swept through a small-town high school in New York, documentary podcaster Dan Taberski set out to investigate what was really happening. Drawing on extensive research and intimate interviews with the people involved, he explores the roots of mass hysteria — and what it reveals about the line between illn…

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Session 16: Meeting the Truth of My Actions 15:31

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Commitment Counts - Coffee with Kelly 22:02

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Live from a retreat setting, Kelly shares about the strength of commitment and community. As the group reflected on the reward and fulfillment of unplugging and sharing growth with a group of like-minded people, they concluded that the experience is intimate and inspiring.By Mike R and Glenn H

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How to make anxiety your friend | David H. Rosmarin 15:42

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When anxiety rears its head, we often just want it to go away. Clinical psychologist David H. Rosmarin asks us to consider instead the positive role anxiety can play in our lives, sharing four practical steps to transform it from your enemy into your ally. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasea…

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Session 15: Meeting Resentment and Hate with Compassion 15:31

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Expressions of Sobriety - retreat coffee with Mike 15:22

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"New Mike" visits Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop, remote from an AA retreat just outside Chicago. The quick sit-down touched on honesty, patience, and the power of expressing oneself in an open and non-transactional setting.By Mike R and Glenn H

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How to talk about your body without shame (w/ Anita Rao) | from How to Be a Better Human 34:58

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Why is having the sex talk, admitting you passed gas, or being open about your body hair so seemingly uncomfortable for all of us? Journalist and host of the podcast, Embodied, Anita Rao, joins Chris this week to discuss why having open conversations about taboo topics like sex, relationships, and our bodies can help us understand ourselves better …

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Session 14: From Shame to Self-Confidence 15:20

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You're Not Broken... Just Rewiring, Part 1 40:09

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And you can follow this link if you would like to listen to more of the free audiobook/podcast version of You're Not Broken... Just Rewiring.By Omra of the High Counsel

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The seeds we sow - retreat chat with Karen 23:13

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Mike and Glenn record live from an AA retreat in Frankfort IL, and Karen joins in to discuss unplugging and making recovery a priority. Giving oneself the time and place to invest in our sobriety pays dividends beyond the investment.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Interview: 1 simple question that could improve women's health | Meryam Sugulle 34:47

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There's a reliable indicator of a woman's future likelihood of cardiovascular disease — but it rarely gets asked about, says obstetrician and researcher Meryam Sugulle. She delves into the role of the placenta in pregnancy, how it can predict health outcomes and the single question that should be worked into routine health screenings. After the tal…

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Session 13: Creating a Safe World 16:08

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Living the Promises - with Lynn and Bruce 29:30

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Lynn and Bruce join Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop, in episode 1 of 5, live from an AA retreat. From pickleball to paradise - from a mess to a miracle - their story of transformation is both amazing and inspirational.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Why do some bodies respond differently to disease? | Erika Moore 5:42

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TED Fellow and equity bioengineer Erika Moore investigates how cells controlling inflammation behave differently depending on a patient's background. By focusing on the "who" behind the disease, Moore is uncovering why certain diseases disproportionately affect certain ethnicities, paving the way for more inclusive and effective health care. For a …

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Session 12: My Past Has Left Clues 16:08

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Reconnecting with our disconnections - coffee with Marggi and Dan 43:04

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Marggi and Dan join Mike and Glenn to discuss their project #VibezBombz. A mashup of several recovery modalities, the solution promises to reconnect to that which we have become disconnected.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Information Inoculation: Defending Against Medical Myths: The real reason polio is so dangerous | Dan Kwartler 34:45

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In 1952, polio was everywhere: killing or paralyzing roughly half a million people annually. Yet just 10 years later, paralytic polio cases in the US dropped by 96% and we were on track to get rid of polio for good. But in recent years, the virus started striking back. So, what’s behind these recent spikes? Explore the dangers of poliovirus and the…

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Session 11: Using Feeling and Noticing 15:00

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Sobriety in the Workforce - coffee with Marin and Abby 38:13

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Marin, co-founder of www.sobrynth.com, and Abby, a customer from www.OlympiaHospitality.com, join Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop to discuss addiction education and resources in corporate structures. From recovery education to crisis response, the four talk about being there for employees in need of support.…

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Information Inoculation: Defending Against Medical Myths: Why do you need to get a flu shot every year? | Melvin Sanicas 30:33

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All year long, researchers at hospitals around the world collect samples from flu patients and send them to top virology experts with one goal: to design the vaccine for the next flu season. But why do we need a new one every year? Vaccines for diseases like mumps and rubella offer a lifetime of protection with two shots early in life; what’s so sp…

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Session 10: My Past is My Teacher 16:08

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When good isn't good enough 30:12

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Glenn and Mike explore expectations and performance gaps as causes and effects of addiction and sobriety. Understanding that even when the best is given, sometimes failure prevails, and that acceptance is the key to navigating toward true recovery.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Information Inoculation: Defending Against Medical Myths: Why we need to fight misinformation about vaccines | Ethan Lindenberger 44:23

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Ethan Lindenberger never got vaccinated as a kid. So one day, he went on Reddit and asked a simple question: "Where do I go to get vaccinated?" The post went viral, landing Lindenberger in the middle of a heated debate about vaccination and, ultimately, in front of a US Senate committee. Less than a year later, the high school senior reports back o…

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George Selgin on the New Deal and Economic Recovery 56:08

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George Selgin discusses his book False Dawn: The New Deal and the Promise of Recovery, 1933–1947 (University of Chicago Press, 2025), which was treated to a review essay by Jason Taylor in the March 2025 issue of Econ Journal Watch.By Econ Journal Watch

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Practicing these Principles in ALL our affairs 27:33

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"Practicing these principles in all our affairs" is a tool the program of Alcoholics Anonymous gave us to fight off other addictions and destructive behaviors in life. In this episode, Mike and Glenn discuss over-eating and smoking, understanding defects of character, surrender, and abstinence.By Mike R and Glenn H

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What happens as we die? | Kathryn Mannix (re-release) 23:19

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Have we lost the practical wisdom of what happens as people die? With lessons from a career witnessing thousands of people's final breaths, palliative care expert Kathryn Mannix urges us to demystify the experience of death, sharing how a better understanding of what actually happens can reduce fear in the final days, for you and your loved ones. A…

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Text Book Sobriety - Lynda returns 26:17

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Lynda returns to the coffee shop to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of her journey. Raw and real conversation while looking to the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous for Good,-Orderly-Direction.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Why smell matters more than you think | Paule Joseph 6:56

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TED Fellow and chemosensory researcher Paule Joseph unveils the hidden power of a sense that's too often overlooked: smell. She delves into the science behind smell — from how it evokes memory and emotion to its potential for early disease detection — and advocates for the creation of a baseline test for taste and smell that could open the door to …

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Getting Freakin Serious - coffee with Stephanie 29:52

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Special guest Stephanie joins Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop and gets serious about sobriety. Granted the gift of desperation, she found hope and a solution in the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous. She shares her story in the hope of convincing the next struggler to get off the abuse ride before it crashes. Her smile, energy, and passion promote th…

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Interview: Aging, menopause, and rethinking fashion for comfort in midlife | Stacy London 52:11

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“My lens around style doesn’t have anything to do with style anymore — it’s about physicality,” says stylist and fashion consultant Stacy London. “What do I want to be able to do? How do I keep myself strong?” Stacy’s message has resonated for many women, and for this episode, she joins Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, host of TED Health, at TED2025 for a…

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Building for Better 31:00

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Glenn and Mike serve up their experience with the ultimate rebuild—from flimsy fantasy to firm foundation. Looking at the cornerstones on which they have built their sobriety: abstinence, honesty, service, and spirituality, they found that purposeful, intentional action built them an existence paved toward peace.…

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Interview: Why you shouldn't trust boredom | Kevin H. Gary (re-release) 27:16

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Are you actually bored, or is something else going on? Educator Kevin H. Gary shares three practical takeaways to deal with the doldrums, so you can take control of your attention, figure out which feelings to trust and name the real problem. After the talk, join Shoshana for a sweeping conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Harstad on the relationship be…