Champagne Problems

Brian Strahin e is a men's counselor, men's coach, men's retreat leader, a certified teacher/trainer in yoga, mindfulness, breathwork, and sound therapy, and has a masters in school counseling and a doctorate in education. Brian is a force to be reckoned with in many ways, but most importantly in men's work. Through his self-curated retreat, Men's Sacred Liberation , Brian leads men through a jour...

Emily Heintz launched  Sèchey in 2021 as a retail concept leveraging her extensive experience in e-commerce and retail technology. Initially founded to drive the awareness and convenience of non-alcoholic beverages, Sèchey has evolved into a destination for alternative celebration with alcohol free spirits, wine & beer, but also low dose THC products and a small selection of traditional wine. A no...

Brittany Harris, Executive Director of Cirque Lodge Treatment Center , sits down with Robbie and Patrick to discuss what sparked her passion and led her into this demanding field, and into this esteemed position. Brittany began working at Cirque Lodge in 1999 and by 2008 was working as a member of the management team, overseeing different aspects of the functional operations side of our facilities...

Robbie traveled to LA to sit down with actor and comedian,  John Ross Bowie . Bowie has over 100 credits in TV and film, including: "The Big Bang Theory," (11 seasons as Barry Kripke) "Speechless," (3 seasons as Jimmy Dimeo) "Fresh off the Boat," "Episodes," "Brooklyn 99," "House of Lies," "Heroes," multiple "CSIs,"  Jumanji: The Next Level, He's Just Not That Into You, and What the Bleep do we Kn...

Mike Gminski, a former American professional basketball player, is renowned for his impressive career in the NBA and now, his contributions to advocacy around addiction recovery. Making a name for himself at Duke University, Gminski was a standout center, earning multiple accolades including All-ACC and All-American honors. His college success paved the way for a distinguished NBA career, where he...

Initiated by the Joe Martin ALS Foundation , Robbie Shaw traveled to LA to sit down with Aaron Lazar about his experience before, during and after his ALS diagnosis. Aaron is an actor, singer, and entrepreneur known for his work on Broadway, television, film and concerts and has made it his personal mission to educate and inspire people around the world who are battling this awful disease. Aaron w...

Joining Robbie Shaw and Patrick Balsley on the Champagne Problems Podcast is Michael Stutts, a native Charlottean with a unique and inspiring story. Once a high-flying executive, Michael chose a drastic shift from the corner office to a psych ward, prioritizing mental health over his remarkable career in investment banking and management consulting. In his compelling book, "There's No Room Service...

Robbie and Patrick sit down with Hilary Phelps , recovery advocate, former swimmer, and older sister of Olympic swimmer, Michael Phelps. Hilary discusses her relationship with alcohol and drugs throughout adolescence and early adulthood and shares the experiences that led to her decision to get sober and build a life, and subsequent career, filled with connection and purpose. From her early years,...

Robbie Shaw and Shep Rose of Bravo's Southern Charm reality TV show, have an entertaining, energetic and often deep discussion around life in the public eye, fame, expectations, and growth. Shep opens up about some of his struggles and subsequent changes he's looking to make as he focuses more on his general well-being. Thank you to our sponsor: Bonbuz:  https://bonbuz.com/

Champagne Problems host Patrick Balsey, facilitates a live panel discussion at the Counterculture NA beverage festival. Panelists include Counterculture Club founder Molly Ruggere, Jacob Virgil, Director of Strategic development at Noda Brewing , Miranda Michaels, Events Manager for The Mule and Devils Foot Beverage Company and Corinne Brown, the founder of Be Refreshed Beverage Company . Tune in...

Liz is an  award-winning  journalist, international bestselling author and has been the executive producer and host of several critically acclaimed digital series at  Vox Media  and  NBC News . She hosts  Synced , a podcast  with Monica Padman and Dax Shepard  and the  Man Enough podcast  with Justin Baldoni and Jamey Heath where they interview influential figures about their journey to manhood. H...

Ditched the Drink is a wellness company dedicated to helping professionals drink less before it gets worse. Heather provides content, knowledge, coaching, and education to individuals and organizations seeking to be more alcohol free. Heather is passionate about coaching, connecting people with alcohol free resources, and creating a positive sober community. Tune in as Robbie and Heather have an e...

Miles Adcox is a speaker, thought leader, advocate, advisor, and entrepreneur in the emotional wellness space. He is the Chairman and Owner of Onsite, an internationally-known emotional wellness lifestyle brand that delivers life-changing personal growth workshops, digital mental health master classes, emotionally smart leadership retreats, and residential emotional wellness and trauma treatment....

"Dr. Valerie Young is to impostor syndrome what Brené Brown is to vulnerability." Dr. Young is an internationally-known speaker, author, leading expert on impostor syndrome, and co-founder of The Impostor Syndrome Institute . A former manager in a Fortune 200 company herself, she's addressed over 60,000 people at such diverse organizations as Intel, Chrysler, Boeing, IBM, Procter & Gamble, Ernst &...

Clifford Stephan is the founder of Booze Vacation , a health and wellness company for high-performing men who want to take their lives and careers to the next level, simply by using the massive benefits that come from taking a break from booze. Clifford founded Booze Vacation after realizing the recreational drinking that helped him build his personal and professional success in his 20s and 30s wa...

Jerry Schwab has over twenty years of experience as an executive with non-profit healthcare organizations. Prior to taking the role of CEO at High Watch Recovery , Jerry was the Executive Director of a Connecticut-based emergency medical service provider and served many years as a licensed paramedic. Jerry is also the founder of the Global Exchange Conference, a 4 day event of continuing education...

*Trigger Warning: Some discussion around suicide. Patrick sits down with renowned therapist and author, Dr. Brad Reedy from Evoke Therapy Programs to debunk the myths around the therapeutic process and answer the question: Why should I go to therapy? Patrick and Dr. Reedy discuss attachment theory, developmental psychology, trauma, the barriers and benefits of therapy and what to look for in an "a...

Scott Strode, sober for over 25 years, is the Executive Director of The Phoenix, a transformational nonprofit he founded in 2006. The Phoenix is fueling a movement that is changing how society looks at addiction and recovery. They provide free programs both in-person and virtually, across the globe, including yoga, climbing, music, CrossFit, art, and more. The only cost to participate is 48 hours...

Dr. Lisa Damour is back! Dr. Damour is a renowned clinical psychologist, author, and speaker specializing in the development of adolescent girls. With extensive experience in working with teenagers and their families, Dr. Damour has become a trusted authority on navigating the complexities of adolescence. She is known for her ability to distill complex psychological concepts into accessible and ac...

Bonbuz is a female founded, LA based beverage company on the frontier of crafting function-forward, alcohol-free beverages for a new way to drink and socialize. Fay Behbehani is a force to be reckoned with. After changing her own relationship with alcohol, she set out on a mission to create the perfect beverage…and in our opinion, SHE'S DONE IT! More power to you, Fay!

Calum Morrison is the founder of Extraordinary Adventure Club , a worldwide outfit that curates life-changing journeys tailored to the needs and goals of each client. Calum, a former British Royal Marine and outdoor enthusiast, has a team of life coaches, trainers, survival experts, and other specialists to create highly personalized experiences of self-discovery for their clients. But the fun par...

Brenda Zane is a family advocate, host of the podcast Hopestream , and founder of Hopestream Community , a nonprofit serving parents of teens and young adults who struggle with substance misuse and mental health challenges. Brenda's oldest son struggled with an addiction to a high-risk lifestyle and illicit drugs for over five years. After nearly losing him to multiple fentanyl overdoses, Brenda l...

Susie Streelman is the founder of Zeroproof Experiences , an innovative venture creating memorable "Sober in the City" weekend experiences which redefine the concept of fun without alcohol. Peggi Cooney is the Chief Connection Officer and together with Susie, they curate immersive events that celebrate life, connection and personal growth without the need for alcohol. Tune in to hear all that Zero...

Kelsey Chittick is a speaker, an author, a comedian, and an all around lovely human. Nearly 6 years ago, her husband, Nate Chittick, a former NFL player and  SuperBowl winner, passed away suddenly while playing with his children. This is Kelsey's story and the growth, light and resilience that came from it. Thank you Kelsey.

Wes Carter currently serves as the President of Atlantic Corporation where he oversees all aspects of Atlantic Packaging, the largest privately owned industrial packaging company in North America. Recognizing his influence, Wes created " A New Earth Project ", a coalition of outdoor enthusiasts, industry-leading brands and innovative packaging suppliers working to create, scale, and advocate for s...