Best How To Be A Better Drinker Podcasts (2025)

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26. The Truth about Freedom and Restriction 11:57

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5h ago11:57

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“I don’t want to feel restricted.” It’s one of the most common reasons people resist taking a break from alcohol or cutting back. But what if the restriction isn’t in saying no to alcohol? What if the restriction is everything you’re missing out on because you’re relying on alcohol to help you relax, feel confident, have fun, connect? In this episo…

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112: Why I Was Rejected For Moderating And How You Might Be Too 15:57

4d ago15:57

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Rejection stings, but it's inevitable when you start changing your relationship with alcohol. After being turned down by a podcast host for my moderation stance, I explore why the fear of rejection keeps us stuck in drinking patterns that no longer serve us. From workplace pressure and friendship dynamics to family expectations, I examine the reali…

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25. 5 Practical Tips for How to Drink Less 9:29

7d ago9:29

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Mindset matters. But sometimes, you just want to know what to do. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 practical, doable tips to help you drink less—without needing more willpower or motivation. These are simple habit tweaks you can try right away, whether you’re working on cutting back or just being more mindful. You’ll learn: • why proximity matters mo…

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111: Drinking on Autopilot: How Daily Stress Fuels Your Evening Habits 20:19

7d ago20:19

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Breaking decades of drinking habits in midlife isn’t about willpower – it’s about understanding triggers, actions, and rewards, and then reshaping them to work in your favour. In this episode, I explore why habits form, why they’re so hard to undo, and how stress plays such a big role in keeping us stuck. I share practical steps to help you swap ol…

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24. Is "One Day at a Time" Keeping You Stuck? 13:32

14d ago13:32

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You’ve probably heard the advice to take it "one day at a time," and in early recovery, that can be incredibly helpful. But what if it’s also what’s keeping you stuck? In this episode, I’m exploring why the one-day-at-a-time mindset can slow down your progress, drain your willpower, and keep you in negotiation mode with alcohol. We’ll talk about: h…

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110: 7 Myths About Moderation That Stop You Drinking Mindfully 29:07

17d ago29:07

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In this episode of the Mindful Drinking & Moderation in Midlife Podcast, I’m busting seven of the biggest myths about moderation and mindful drinking. From the nonsense that drinking has to be “all or nothing,” to the idea that you have to count every single drink forever, or that moderation won’t do anything for your health — I’m setting the recor…

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23. What Else Is True? 8:10

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When you find yourself thinking “I need a drink” or “A drink would feel so good right now,” this one powerful question can help you pause, shift your perspective, and choose what actually serves you. In this episode, you’ll learn: • why cravings narrow your attention—and how to widen the frame; • how to recognize that wanting a drink is only one pa…

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109: Costs of Drinking AF Pt2: £62,899 Burnout 23:39

21d ago23:39

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This is part two of my mini-series on the true cost of alcohol-free drinks. Last week, we pulled back the curtain on the industry economics — from research and development to supermarket shelf space. This week, I’m shifting the focus to you as the drinker. Yes, an AF pint might cost the same as a full-strength one, but what about the money saved on…

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22. What to Do When You’ve Had Too Much to Drink 11:50

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Whether you meant to take a night off and didn’t… Whether you planned to stop at one glass of wine and didn’t… Whether were doing so well with your dry streak and then that night happened… I’ve got you. This episode is for the morning after, when you’re dealing with the hangover, the fog, the regret, the “Ugh, why did I do that?” spiral. I’ll walk …

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108: Costs of Drinking AF Pt1: What You’re Really Paying For 30:00

28d ago30:00

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Time to tackle the question that comes up again and again: why do alcohol-free drinks cost so much when there’s no alcohol in them? This is part one of a two-part mini-series on the true cost of drinking alcohol-free. Today I’m breaking down the industry economics behind your favourite low and no drinks — from the surprising truth that alcohol is o…

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BONUS: Cravings, Humor, and the Power to Choose—with Rachel Hart on Take a Break 23:43

1M ago23:43

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Cravings are one of the most misunderstood parts of changing your drinking habit. Recently, I was a guest on Rachel Hart’s Take a Break podcast, and last week I shared part 1 of that conversation as a bonus episode. This is part 2, where Rachel and I are back together for a deep-dive into cravings. We talk about: what most people get wrong about cr…

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21. Alcohol Can't Solve Your Problems 10:47

1M ago10:47

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Ever had one of those days when you’re overwhelmed or exhausted and think, “A drink will make me feel better”? You're not alone—and you're not wrong that it feels like it helps. That first drink brings a rush of dopamine and a temporary sense of relief. But here’s the truth: alcohol can’t actually fix what’s wrong. In this episode, I’ll walk you th…

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107: Masculinity, Mental Health, and Moderation with Performance Coach Ben Hill 40:04

1M ago40:04

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This week I’m joined by Ben Hill, founder of Ask More, a performance Coaching service for professional men looking to up their game across the board, to talk about masculinity, midlife, and moderation. We dive into why so many men still struggle to open up, how beer o’clock has quietly become the male equivalent of “mummy wine culture,” and the sur…

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BONUS: My Conversation with Rachel Hart on the Take a Break Podcast 44:28

1M ago44:28

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This bonus episode is a special one. A few months ago, I was a guest on Take a Break, the podcast hosted by master coach Rachel Hart—creator of the Drink Archetypes and author of The Ultimate Guide to Drinking Less. Rachel has been a mentor and an inspiration to me, and I’ve been lucky to work with her inside her membership. In this conversation, w…

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20. Do You Even Like Drinking? 18:16

1M ago18:16

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Many people assume they struggle to cut back on drinking because they like it too much. But what if you don’t actually like drinking as much as you think you do? In this episode of How to Drink Less, we unpack the difference between wanting alcohol and liking the experience of drinking it. What you discover might surprise you—and it could change ev…

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106: Introvert, Extrovert, Ambivert: 4 Steps to Match Your Drinking Style to Your Social Energy 22:12

2M ago22:12

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Changing the way we drink can reveal who we really are. In this episode, I explore how introverts, extroverts, and ambiverts approach alcohol differently – and how understanding your personality type can help you drink in ways that genuinely suit you. I introduce my Four I’s Framework (Identify, Investigate, Implement, Iterate) to help you match yo…

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19. The Power of a Pause 10:13

2M ago10:13

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Most drinking happens on autopilot. One minute you’re thinking about wine… and the next, the glass is in your hand. In this short but powerful episode, I’ll teach you one simple practice that can help you interrupt that cycle and start making more intentional choices about drinking. Inside, you’ll learn: why most drinking happens automatically (and…

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105: Defending Your Right to Moderate in an All-or-Nothing World 17:12

2M ago17:12

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In this solo episode, I’m diving into the loaded topic of moderation — and why it’s not the dirty word so many in the alcohol-free space make it out to be. I’m sharing my own experience with passive moderation, why I never said “I’m quitting alcohol forever,” and how that gentler, more flexible approach led me to a place where I barely drink at all…

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18. How to Say No to a Drink 22:32

2M ago22:32

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You’ve decided you want to cut back. Maybe even stop drinking altogether. But how do you actually say no to a drink—especially when everyone else is drinking? In this episode, I’m breaking down the practical steps that help you follow through on your intentions, even when it’s hard. You’ll learn: why relying on willpower alone doesn’t work (and wha…

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104: 5 Secrets to Better Mocktails at Home with Lila Volkas 50:03

2M ago50:03

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This week I’m joined by certified nutrition consultant and booze-free mixology expert Lila Volkas, who shares her brilliant five-element framework for making better alcohol-free drinks at home. We get into why creating complexity is trickier without alcohol (and how to work around it), plus how ingredients like apple cider vinegar and citrus peels …

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17. You Are Not Powerless over Alcohol 15:21

2M ago15:21

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You’ve probably heard the phrase “We’re powerless over alcohol.” It’s one of the most common beliefs in AA and traditional recovery circles. But what if it’s not true? In this episode, I’m challenging how the very idea of powerlessness can keep us stuck in unhelpful drinking patterns. We’ll talk about: why the language you use—especially with yours…

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103: No One Tells You This About Drinking Less in Midlife 47:14

2M ago47:14

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Let’s dive into some little-discussed truths about changing your relationship with alcohol that nobody talks about. From disrupted sleep and mood swings in those first crucial weeks, to navigating shifting friendships and social dynamics, I'm not sugarcoating anything. I explore how your taste buds will literally change, why you'll discover more ab…

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16. When You Numb the Bad, You Numb the Good 19:15

2M ago19:15

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We often talk about alcohol as a way to take the edge off—but what if it's also taking the shine off? In this episode, we explore how alcohol doesn’t just dull pain, stress, or anxiety—it also numbs your ability to feel joy, connection, and real pleasure. I’ll walk you through the neuroscience behind this, explain how alcohol rewires your brain’s r…

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102: "No One Wanted to Work with Me" - Athletic Brewing's Bill Shufelt 51:38

2M ago51:38

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Bill Shufelt, co-founder of Athletic Brewing, joins me to share the remarkable journey behind America's leading non-alcoholic beer brand. From his personal decision to stop drinking 13 years ago to building a business that's now outselling major breweries, Bill's story is one of identifying a genuine market gap and relentlessly pursuing quality. We…

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15. Yes, You Can Change—But There’s a Catch 17:59

3M ago17:59

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We say we want to drink less. But do we really want to change—or do we just want to avoid the consequences of overdrinking? In this episode, I invite you to look beneath the surface and get radically honest with yourself. We explore what it actually means to change your relationship with alcohol—not just how much you drink, but who you are around a…

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Welcome to the New Show! 3:15

3M ago3:15

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Welcome to the Mindful Drinking & Moderation in Midlife Podcast. I'm so glad you're here. We're about to go on a life-changing journey together. The destination: A life less intoxicated! === 👋🏾 APPLY TO BE PART OF THE 4 WEEK MINDFUL DRINKING RESET BETA GROUP FOR FREE - https://form.jotform.com/252452254315350 === 🥃 Download your free guide: WHY YOU…

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101: 10 Things You Need to Know Before Starting Your Dry Month Challenge 35:04

3M ago35:04

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In this episode, I’m sharing 10 practical strategies for not just surviving but thriving during any alcohol-free challenge, whether it's Dry January, Sober October, or your own personal experiment. Drawing from years of trial and error plus insights from the Low No Drinker community, I cover everything from prioritising sleep and movement to explor…

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14. What Is Alcohol Taking Away? 21:39

3M ago21:39

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In last week’s episode, I invited you to ask: What is alcohol giving you? In this companion episode, we explore what alcohol might be taking from you. Not just the obvious consequences of drinking, but the deeper, more personal costs that often go unspoken. This isn’t about shame or judgment. It’s about awareness—so you can stop letting alcohol tak…

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100: Episodes, 15 Questions, 1 major update 57:38

3M ago57:38

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I’m flipping the script! To celebrate hitting an astonishing 100 episodes, today, I am testing my skills and interviewing myself. Plus, I share some exciting news about the evolution of the Low No Drinker Podcast! 0:00 Celebrating 100 Episodes 2:49 Motivation 6:30 Toughest episodes 12:39 Best episodes 16:56 Explaining my job to my kids 19:10 Defend…

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13. What Is Alcohol Giving You? 16:17

3M ago16:17

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If you're trying to drink less, it might feel counterintuitive to ask yourself what alcohol is giving you. But understanding the real reason you're reaching for a drink is the key to changing your relationship with alcohol—without relying on shame or scare tactics. In this episode, I unpack why it’s so important to get honest about the benefits you…

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#99. Between Teetotal and Tipsy: The Lost Art of Small Beer 47:09

3M ago47:09

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James Grundy, co-founder of Small Beer, joins me to share the fascinating story behind reviving a brewing tradition that vanished over a century ago. After several years building a gin brand, James & partner, former Fuller's brewer Felix James, set out to revive "small beer", historically consumed for nutrition and hydration, with an upper limit of…

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12. Why Your Motivation Matters 19:26

3M ago19:26

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If your main reason for drinking less is to avoid the shame, hangovers, or health risks... that’s totally understandable—but it might not be enough. In this episode, I talk about the difference between running away from alcohol and running toward something better—and why your “why” matters more than you think. You’ll learn: why fear-based motivatio…

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#98. Lyre’s: The Honest Truth 1:01:13

3M ago1:01:13

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This week, I'm joined by Anita Osborne, the Sales and Marketing Manager for Lyre's Spirit Co. in the EU and UK. Anita takes us behind the scenes of one of the most successful global alcohol-free brands, sharing the highs and lows of building a business that spans over 60 territories. From launching with an ambitious 12 spirits (including an alcohol…

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#97. Adults Only? Are Alcohol-Free Drinks Safe for Kids? 16:05

3M ago16:05

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Today I’m diving into a question that comes up a lot — is it safe, and is it a good idea, to give alcohol-free drinks to kids? I’m talking specifically about drinks under 0.5% ABV (so not low, light or mid-strength alcohol). I cover the safety aspect first, but more importantly, I explore the bigger question: should we be giving them to kids at all…

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11. What's a Sobriety Coach—and Do You Need One? 26:46

4M ago26:46

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If you’ve ever wondered what a sobriety coach actually does—and whether you need one—this episode is for you. I’m answering the most common questions I get about the work I do: who I work with and exactly how I help them; how my approach differs from other sobriety-focused programs; what coaching looks like in practice (hint: it’s not about handing…

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#96. Get That "One or Two Pint" Feeling with Impossibrew’s Social Blend 50:10

4M ago50:10

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Mark Wong joins me to share the journey behind Impossibrew, the functional beer brand that went from Dragon's Den rejection to securing six and then seven-figure crowdfunding. I nosy my way into their proprietary "social blend" of plant-based ingredients designed to replicate that one-or-two-pint feeling without the alcohol, how they've iterated th…

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#95. Alcohol-Free Wine vs AF Beer: It's Not a Fair Fight 20:23

4M ago20:23

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This week, I'm diving into the thorny topic of alcohol-free wine and why we need to stop whining about it. Whilst I'm not claiming it's perfect yet, the constant negativity isn't helping anyone. I explore why alcohol-free wine faces unique challenges compared to the meteoric rise of AF beer, from centuries of tradition to higher production costs, a…

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10. It’s Okay to Still Want Alcohol 15:58

4M ago15:58

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Have you ever felt ashamed for still wanting a drink even though you’d decided to cut back or quit? Then this episode is for you. So many people believe that if they truly wanted to change, they wouldn’t still crave alcohol. They think desire means weakness or proof that something’s wrong with them. But that’s not true—and in this episode, I’ll sho…

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#94. Lifted: The UK's First High Protein, Alcohol-Free Lager 44:55

4M ago44:55

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This week I'm chatting with Tony Robinson, co-founder of Lifted - the UK's first 0.0% high protein craft lager made for athletes. Tony and his wife, Rebecca, launched their unique offering to solve a problem they were both experiencing - wanting additional protein in their diets whilst enjoying alcohol-free options after workouts. With over 250,000…

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#93. Stop Asking If I Still Drink Alcohol! 21:06

4M ago21:06

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I get asked constantly whether I still drink alcohol, as my answer will somehow validate my right to speak on the subject. Well, I'm getting fed up of answering that question, and here's why - it's completely missing the point! In this one-on-one episode, I’m jumping with two feet into why I've built this platform for the messy middle ground, why s…

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9. How to Feel Your Feelings without Numbing Them 26:28

4M ago26:28

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If you’ve ever reached for a drink just to take the edge off—because you were stressed, bored, anxious, or just overwhelmed—this episode is for you. I unpack the emotional side of drinking: why we use alcohol to avoid feelings, how that avoidance becomes a habit, and how learning to feel your feelings (without numbing them) is the key to creating l…

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#92. “Turning my mess into my message” - Laura Silverman, Zero Proof Nation 53:30

4M ago53:30

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Laura Silverman is the founder of Zero Proof Nation, a global platform connecting low and no-drinks & drinkers worldwide. Nearly 18 years sober, Laura’s LinkedIn profile describes her as "the nexus of NA" – a title she's earned through her tireless work building community and resources for the alcohol-free movement, including the most comprehensive…

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#91. Be the Voice of Low No Nation 9:00

4M ago9:00

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In this special announcement episode, I'm reaching out to you, my wonderful Low No Nation, as we approach a major milestone - episode 100 of the podcast! After nearly two years of bringing you conversations about the world of low, no and light drinks, I'm inviting you to be part of this celebration. Whether you've been listening since day one or ju…

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8. Saying No to Alcohol Isn’t the Hardest Part 21:58

4M ago21:58

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Most people assume the hardest part of drinking less is saying no to alcohol. But what if that’s not true? In this episode, I share why the real challenge of changing your drinking habits isn’t about resisting the drink itself—it’s about learning to sit with discomfort without numbing or escaping. I unpack why alcohol feels so essential sometimes, …

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#90. How Lucky Saint Is Brewing Beer You Can Believe In (Even at Lunchtime) 48:42

4M ago48:42

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This week, I’m joined by Lou Pollitt from Lucky Saint, the UK’s best-known alcohol-free beer. We talk about how the brand’s evolved since launching back in 2018, why they stuck so firmly to perfecting just one lager for so long, and how brewing to the German Rheinheitsgebot purity law plays into that commitment to quality. Lou also shares some insi…

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#89. How I Got It All Wrong at a 5-Year-Old's Birthday Party 13:23

5M ago13:23

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Today, I’m exploring how years of conditioning led me to make unfair assumptions about my hosts, who were actually on their own mindful drinking journey, at a recent kids’ birthday party. This experience prompted me to question the wider assumptions we all make - about venues, other people's perceptions, and even ourselves and the habitual thoughts…

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7. "I Can't Drink" vs. "I Don't Drink" 15:11

5M ago15:11

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If you’ve ever told yourself “I can’t drink” while trying to cut back or take a break from alcohol, this episode is for you. That one little phrase might seem harmless—but it’s actually working against you. In this episode, I unpack the surprising power of your internal narrative and how the words you use when talking about your relationship with a…

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#88. Sober Sound System Ibiza: Changing Raving on the No.1 Party Island 54:21

5M ago54:21

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He’s the Sober Sommelier who went from a disastrous weekend on to co-create Sober Sound System Ibiza, bringing his personal drink & drug story full circle after seven years. Join me and Alex Norwood Hill on his amazing journey of self-discovery on the party island. Can you go sober in Ibiza? Hell yes, you can! 0:00 The early days of drink & drugs 9…

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#87. The Uncomfortable Truth: 4 Reasons Some Alcohol-Free Drinks Fall Flat 20:08

5M ago20:08

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It’s time for some uncomfortable truths about alcohol-free drinks. This episode might make me a little unpopular in the industry, but that’s ok because it needs to be said: Not all alcohol-free drinks are good! After being asked this very question during my BBC Radio Xtra debut (yay!), I was inspired to share this episode and explore with you why s…

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6. How Perfectionism Sabotages Change 21:36

5M ago21:36

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If you think you have to do everything "just right" in order to succeed, you might be falling into the trap of perfectionism. In this episode, we look at how perfectionism quietly sabotages your efforts to change your drinking habits. When you expect flawless success or believe one slip means total failure, you’re setting yourself up to quit on you…