A Sober Girls Guide Podcast

We explore the quiet signs your body, mind, and mood are giving you, the self-doubt that creeps in when others minimize your experience, and how to rebuild trust in your own intuition. From “gray-area drinking” to subtle burnout, this episode helps you tune out the noise and tune into yourself. Coach Lisa and Coach Susan dive into how to recognize when alcohol is holding you back, even if you don’...

In this empowering episode, discover essential techniques to overcome cravings, avoid boredom, and socialize confidently without alcohol. Key Highlights: Learn about the #1 mistake 99% of women make that keeps them returning to drinking. One simple actionable step can curb your drinking before it even begins. Explore the combination of strategies that hundreds of women have used to maximize their...

In this deeply personal solo episode, I take you through the real, raw, and radically honest story of my 8-year journey without alcohol. From blackout nights in LA as the girl paid to party, to becoming the founder of A Sober Girl’s Guide, this episode is not a highlight reel. It’s the truth. You'll find yourself in this story if you’re starting, starting over, or somewhere in the middle. And I pr...

Kick-start your alcohol-free journey with a Big, Badass Sober Girl October! Jessica shares what it really feels like to start. The nerves, the cravings, the awkward first weeks, and how that discomfort turns into confidence, energy, and self-trust. Learn how to prepare, handle triggers, and celebrate your wins, plus get the details on our Sober October Challenge inside A Sober Girls Guide Membersh...

Today’s wellness industry has become way too extreme. Who really has time to keep up with the latest trends and overpriced gadgets just to relax? In this episode, I sit down with Nidhi Pandya, third-generation Ayurvedic practitioner and creator of the Inner Climate Method. Together, we explore why the modern wellness world feels so complicated, overwhelming, and expensive, and how Ayurveda brings...

Is the fear of being boring or the idea that life will be dull without drinking holding you back from going alcohol-free? In this empowering episode, Jessica unpacks why boredom is one of the biggest mindset blocks in early sobriety and how to reframe it. Whether you're sober curious or ready to ditch alcohol for good, you'll walk away with powerful tools to identify boredom triggers, rewire your...

In this empowering and honest episode, I sit down with our incredible Sober Girl coaches, Jaime and Shelley, to talk about one of the hardest parts of getting sober, when the people around you just don’t get it. From subtle shade to outright sabotage, we cover it all. We dive into: Why people get so uncomfortable with sobriety, and what that says about them The fine line between setting boundaries...

Mom guilt is one of the biggest struggles women face when changing their relationship with alcohol. In this episode, I sit down with Coach Lisa from A Sober Girls Guide Membership to unpack how guilt shows up for moms in sobriety, and more importantly, how to overcome it. Lisa shares her own experiences as a mom navigating sobriety and gives practical tools to help you release the shame, shift you...

If you’ve ever wondered how giving up alcohol could change everything, this episode is for you. We’re joined by Erin Gallagher, founder of the Hype Women Movement and author of Hype Women: Breaking Free From Mean Girls, Patriarchy and Systems Silencing You. Erin shares how her weight loss journey turned into a full sobriety transformation and how living alcohol-free has skyrocketed her creativity,...

Vanessa is a dating savant. She has the practical tips and tricks you need and is here to drop her tested, tried, and true Sober Girl dating tips and tricks to navigate first dates and beyond. Key Highlights: Discover how Vanessa's genuine interest in others sets her apart and makes her the most engaging person in any room. Dive into Vanessa's world of dating expertise as she shares essential Sobe...

I dive into the psychology behind why we experience cravings and provide actionable steps to help you overcome them like a pro. Key Highlights: Explore the root causes of cravings and understand the emotional triggers that can lead to them. Discover practical, actionable steps to heal and strengthen your resilience against cravings. Learn techniques to build awareness and break the emotional conne...

In this solo episode, I am getting real about the three things you must have to succeed in sobriety, and no, it’s not willpower. With my 8.5 years of sobriety, I dive into the 3 steps I would take to change my relationship with alcohol faster and more effectively. If you’re navigating early sobriety, feeling stuck in the “sober curious” phase, or questioning whether forever is even possible, this...

In this episode, I sit down with renowned therapist, author, and relationship expert Jessica Baum to unpack the roots of anxious attachment. We dive deep into the patterns that keep us stuck, the myths around chemistry and connection, and why healing our nervous system is essential for breaking free from addiction, co-dependency, and relational burnout. If you’ve ever felt like you're too much, no...

I sit down with the vibrant and grounded Dani Smith to talk about what it really means to evolve, without losing your spark. From her struggle with marijuana addiction to embracing early sobriety, Dani opens up about finding clarity through movement and the radical honesty it takes to come home to yourself. Trigger warning: Talk of suicidal ideation This conversation is about more than just gettin...

In this episode, we dive into the buzzy world of GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro) and how they might do more than just curb appetite, they might help you lose the desire to drink altogether. Dr. Brooke breaks down the science behind how these medications impact your brain’s reward system and why they might be a game-changer for the sober-curious. ✨ HIGHLIGHTS: – What exactly...

A lot has happened in 5 years since best-selling author Tiffany Jenkins was first on the podcast, and today she is back with some major updates. Key Highlights: Discover how Tiffany navigates growing up and raising a family online, and her thoughts on how social media influences mental health and parenting. Hear Tiffany's best and worst advice for managing stress and anxiety, sourced from her own...

In this raw and revealing episode, Jason Wahler, a MTV reality star turned recovery advocate, shares the real story behind the headlines. From wild Hollywood nights and public meltdowns to fatherhood, healing, and finding peace in sobriety, Jason opens up about the parts of his journey no one saw on camera. We get into: What fame, partying, and pressure looked like behind the scenes How being a da...

Content creator, flavor alchemist, and sober lifestyle tastemaker, Tori Stobinski shares her powerful story of walking away from alcohol after a life-altering health scare. She turned that moment into a full-blown movement, one booze-free beverage at a time. We dive into: 🍓 The inspiration behind her most viral mocktail recipes 🎨 How she approaches creating drinks that feel fun, elevated, and em...

Trauma and shame specialist Annalie Howling joins us for a deep and powerful conversation about the role shame plays in our relationship with alcohol, our bodies, and ourselves. We unpack the shame-catch-22 that so many sober-curious women face: You don’t drink and feel shame because people think you’re “difficult” or “boring" Or you do drink and feel shame for drinking “too much,” saying things y...

Leslie Jackson is in the building, and she’s bringing the real talk. From wild nights to wellness, Leslie’s story is a powerful evolution from party girl to sober, thriving functional nutritionist. 🧬✨ In this episode, Leslie breaks down: The top 3 health hurdles keeping women stuck How your hormones, gut, and cravings are connected to your drinking The shift she made to feel intimate without alc...

Are your daily habits quietly sabotaging your sleep? 😴 In this episode, we sit down with sleep expert Mollie Eastman to uncover the sneaky ways we’re stealing rest from ourselves—without even realizing it. Mollie breaks down why sleep is a skill, not just a luxury, and shares actionable steps you can start tonight for deeper, more restorative rest. 🌙 We get into: How alcohol is secretly wrecking...

It's that time of year—grab your passport and sunscreen because it's Sober Girl travel season! Key Highlights: Learn about essential travel tips, from packing smart to managing airport anxiety, and how to visualize the perfect plane ride home. All the advice you need for your first sober vacation, including handling the minibar and go-to non-alcoholic cocktails while traveling. Invaluable tips to...

Lauren, a celebrity stylist and proud Sober Girl, shares her transformative journey from a chaotic childhood to finding peace and success in sobriety. Key Highlights: Lauren opens up about her turbulent upbringing and how it led her to seek solace in alcohol amid family health challenges. Discover why alcohol seemed like an answer to unmet childhood needs and why it ultimately failed. Learn how em...

We dive into one of my favorite topics: stress. Contrary to popular belief, not all stress is bad. Dr. Sharon Berquist, a Yale and Harvard-trained physician, uses nearly thirty years of preventive care experience to explain how we can better understand and manage stress. Key Highlights: Learn about the differences between good stress and bad stress and how each affects our bodies. Why we need good...

On this empowering episode, Hailey Magee guides us on how to stop people-pleasing and master the art of self-advocacy through healthy boundaries. Key Highlights: Discover step-by-step exercises and real-life examples to help you set effective boundaries and identify your needs and wants. Understand why people-pleasing happens, how to put an end to it, and the consequences of not addressing this be...