Curious On Life the Podcast

Peggy Marin-Smith is a 5X Certified Life Coach specializing in alcohol-free living, mindset transformation, success coaching, NLP, and hypnotherapy.  Through her signature Pura Vida approach, she helps clients create lives rooted in peace, purpose, and powerful daily habits. Peggy’s work empowers individuals—especially women—to explore new ways of being, free from alcohol and full of possibility. ...

In this solo episode, Rebecca reflects on how curiosity has been the quiet force guiding her through transformation, reinvention, and midlife expansion.   She shares how staying open-even in uncertain or uncomfortable seasons-has kept her spirit in motion and her life unfolding in beautiful unexpected ways.   This episode is a gentle reminder that you don't need all the answers...just the cou...

In this episode of Curius on Life, Rebecca reflects on her recent travels to Paris and Dijon, where she connected with other alcohol-free thought leaders who are redefining success, creativity, and purpose.   She shares how her own transformation, made well into midlife, opened the door to clarity, connection, and confidence, and invites women to consider what might unfold when they choose to step...

I sit down with the brilliant Lynn Harris—founder and CEO of GOLD Comedy—to talk about women, comedy, and the courage it takes to use your voice in a world that isn’t always listening. Lynn is a true culture-shifter. She's a journalist, producer, author (of six books!), and the creative force behind game-changing campaigns that have sparked real conversations from Capitol Hill to… yes, even N...

On this episode Rebecca sits down with Coach Stephanie Brislin to discuss the important topic of Gratitude!  Stephanie is a busy mom juggling all of life’s beautiful messes, and she knows exactly what it’s like to pour a glass of wine at the end of a long day, hoping it will take the edge off. She’s been there—navigating stepmom life, new motherhood, career demands, and the mental load that never...

Letting go of alcohol opens the door to a fuller, freer life. In this episode, I sit down with the radiant Kate Nicholes, a certified Mindshift Coach in Alcohol Freedom and Affective Liminal Psychology.  Kate shares her personal story of becoming a non-drinker—and what she’s gained on the other side. Her passion? Helping vibrant, high-functioning women in midlife create lives filled with clarity,...

In this special Sober Creative  series and episode of Curious on Life: The Podcast , guest, Sarah Callejo sits down with Rebecca to explore how alcohol can stifle the creative process—and what it takes to reclaim your clarity, power, and artistic voice. Sarah  is a published author, certified Alcohol Freedom Coach who helps women and authors reconnect with their inner confidence and peace of mind...

In this gentle, heartfelt episode of Curious on Life , Rebecca invites you into a tender conversation about realignment and transformation—not through force, but through the quiet art of unfolding. "Dear Beautiful Soul" is a love note to the part of you that’s ready to pause, release what no longer fits, and step into the deeper truth of who you’re becoming. With warmth and wisdom, Rebec...

In this heartfelt episode of Curious on Life , Rebecca sits down with Certified Coach Nikki Rigby for a raw and powerful conversation about transformation, regret, and the road to healing. Nikki opens up about the deep emotional pain her drinking caused—not just to herself, but to those she loved most. In her own words: “My biggest regret is the devastating emotional pain, which at the time was ou...

In this special episode, Rebecca reflects on the journey of bringing Curious on Life into its third season.  She shares how a quiet yearning to explore life’s deeper curiosities became a living, breathing space for connection and inspiration.  With heartfelt honesty, she invites you to consider the concepts and dreams you’ve been carrying—perhaps for years—and asks: Is it time to finally bring the...

On this episode, Rebecca sits down with Angie Chaplin, an internationally respected leadership speaker, consultant, coach, and educator with more than 30 years of expertise in human resources, strategic communications, and organizational development.  Her courageous leadership-meets-real-life story epitomizes her values of credibility, curiosity, clarity, connection, and love, and she serves as a...

Take a listen to this episode, where I sit down with my guest, Jacki to talk about transformation and growth—no matter your age or stage in life. Jacki opens up about her journey, sharing how she was once the life of the party, always with a beer in hand. But behind the scenes, she had lost herself and was deeply afraid of where her life was headed. By the time she was 54, depression had taken hol...

In this episode of Curious on Life the podcast,  Rebecca sits down with Amy Fuggi,  a Certified This Naked Mind coach.   Listen in on their open and vulnerable discussion.   In Amy's words  "If someone would have told me a few years ago how I would feel now, I wouldn’t believe them. And I get that, because it sounds like a dream. Where I used to wake up anxious, foggy, and low energy, no...

On this episode, I sit down with Vince Trujillo to explore the role alcohol plays in our lives—how it can sneak up on us and become a problem when we least expect it, leaving us feeling stuck. About Vince: Vince is a This Naked Mind Certified Coach with an Affective Liminal Psychology Certification (ALPC). He helps Christian men strengthen or renew their relationship with Christ by letting go of a...

Welcome to this Special Bilingual Edition - of  Curious on Life the podcast.  Rebecca sits down with 3 bilingual certified sober coaches to discuss "The 30 Day Alcohol experiment" that they are offering to the Spanish speaking community.  If you know of anyone who could benefit from this episode, please do pass it along.  What is the 30 day alcohol experiment?  It is 30 days of content t...

In this episode, Erica shares the magic of her transformative journey. She grew up in California, raised by a single mother who lived in a hippie commune on Haight-Ashbury in San Francisco. Her childhood was nomadic and carefree, marked by frequent moves around the Bay Area as her mother worked to make ends meet. In 9th grade, they relocated to the Central Valley, where alcohol and other substance...

On this episode of Curious on Life: The Podcast, Rebecca sits down with Linda Moran, a Certified Life Coach,  self-proclaimed lifelong learner, who shares a deeply personal journey of self-discovery and living with physical pain after a work injury.  Linda opens up about the surprising realization of how much power and freedom she had unknowingly given away to alcohol. While she didn’t experience...

In this episode of Curious on Life , the podcast, Rebecca reflects on the spirit of Thanksgiving and the profound gratitude she holds for life’s journey.  From the unexpected twists to the quiet moments of clarity, she shares how embracing gratitude has shaped her path.  Whether it’s lessons from the past or the promise of what’s next, Rebecca invites you to join her in celebrating the beauty of b...

Welcome to Curious on Life , the podcast that dives deep into stories, insights, and practical wisdom to enrich our journey.   In this episode, #45, we're joined by the inspiring Dr. Ginny, who dedicates her work to helping women over 50 reconnect with their bodies, achieve lasting wellness, and get slender for good—naturally.  With years of expertise, Dr. Ginny shares transformative insights...

In this episode, title Sin Resaca, spanish for Hang over free,  Rebecca sits down with three inspiring bilingual women, all certified life coaches, who share a powerful passion for helping others explore their relationship with alcohol. Bienvenidos a una edición especial de Curious on Life , titulada Sin Resaca . En este episodio, Rebecca se sienta con tres mujeres inspiradoras, todas coaches de v...

In this episode of Curious on Life , certified life coaches Amy and Rebecca come together to talk about the transformative power of this upcoming retreat in Antigua, Guatemala.  Tailored for sober-curious women, this retreat is all about stepping away from the everyday, immersing yourself in self-discovery, and uncovering new layers of who you are.  Imagine yourself surrounded by volcanic landscap...

Welcome to Episode 42 of Curious on Life, where I dive into meaningful conversations that inspire personal growth and transformation.  Today, I’m joined by the incredible Teri Patterson, also known as The Sober Nutritionist .  In this episode, Teri sheds light on how alcohol could be standing between you and your healthiest, most vibrant self.  With a passion for empowering others to create big, b...

REAL Self Care for MOMS. You won’t want to miss this episode with Jenny Jones and Stephanie Brislin. They both share their personal journeys, opening up vulnerably about their experiences with alcohol from a young age, navigating motherhood, and ultimately finding freedom from the exhausting cycle of shame and blame. Both are now passionate about helping other moms navigate through this dilemma.  ...

Curious on Life the podcast, Wednesday Night Talks with Rebecca. You don’t want to miss this episode! I share my personal journey of transformation after feeling the call to do more and be more in my sixth decade of life.   While I wasn’t sure what that looked like at first, it all started with questioning my relationship with alcohol.  By minimizing its presence in my life, I found new opportunit...

Alcohol is an addictive substance, and it's important to remember that it's not your fault.  Make sure to tune into this episode of Curious on Life: The Podcast , where Rebecca Guevara Wingler hosts Wednesday night talks.  In this episode, she sits down with senior This Naked Mind Coach Pam McRae to discuss alcohol use disorder and the impact this drug has on our entire being.  Pam speci...