Nosedive

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions around eating disorders, anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, body image, trauma, PTSD, substance use, mental health challenges, and emotional abuse. Please listen with care. Haley Schiek joins Nosedive to explore what it really means to numb less and live more. Drawing from both her professional expertise and personal recovery journey, Haley share...

0:00 Welcome + Meet Paisley 04:15 The Social Pressure of Drinking Culture 10:40 Networking, Career Growth & Alcohol-Centered Spaces 18:25 Big Law Burnout & Always Being “On” 26:40 Nervous System Exhaustion in High-Pressure Careers 36:40 Lawyer Alcohol Culture, Substance Abuse & Mental Health **49:10 Suicide, Burnout & The Corporate Mental Health Crisis 57:50 Learning to Numb Less &...

Amanda Thomson from Noughty Wines is rewriting the rules of wine, how we celebrate and socialize… without alcohol. In this episode, Noughty Wines founder Amanda Thomson joins Nosedive to share how she went from champagne expert to one of the leading voices in the non-alcoholic wine movement. She breaks down what it really takes to build a brand in a category people doubted and why the alcohol-free...

Danielle Sweatman is redefining what it means to go out and feel safe… without alcohol. In this episode, Sweatman’s Garden, Charleston SC based, founder Danielle Sweatman joins Nosedive to share how she built one of the most creative, inclusive non-alcoholic spaces in the country.  From her personal journey to sobriety to reimagining the bar experience, Danielle opens up about what it really takes...

Jessica Danger believes writing isn’t just creative… it’s transformational. In this episode, author and educator Jessica Danger joins Renée Adams to unpack the deeply personal journey behind her memoir No Heroic Measures. From navigating sobriety and parenting to writing honestly about real-life struggles , Jessica shares what it actually looks like to turn pain into purpose on the page. We talk a...

Jimmy Tapia knows both sides of the fitness world: the grind… and the hangover. In this episode, the fitness veteran shares his journey from battling alcohol and substance abuse to building a life rooted in sobriety, strength, and recovery . We talk about what alcohol actually does to your body, why recovery might be the most underrated part of fitness , and how the culture of working out is shift...

Ahhh February, the month dedicated to love. Which sounds dreamy, but could actually be dreadful for those searching for "the one." Fear not! In this episode, dating expert Joel Monteleone discusses the complexities of modern dating, emphasizing the importance of playfulness and vulnerability in relationships. He introduces his unique dating event, Hot Takes Hot Dates, which aims to creat...

What happens when you interview a psychic medium and uninvited spirits show up? 😱 In this episode of Nosedive, hosts Renée Adams and Mara DeMauro sit down with psychic medium Hailey Lowe Fennell to explore her incredible journey into mediumship, intuition, and spiritual awakening. (Plus, a few playful spirits crashed the party!) In This Episode, You'll Discover: ✨ How Hailey embraced her ps...

In this episode of Nosedive, Andrew Adams shares his transformative journey from a strict religious upbringing to becoming a high-impact speaker and coach. He opens up about overcoming addiction, finding peace of mind, and the power of self-love in personal growth. Andrew dives into self-discovery, using mirrors as tools for reflection, embracing discomfort to fuel transformation, and choosing lov...

In this week's episode, we talk about sober curiosity, the non-alcoholic beverage space and how to build a non-alcoholic brand! We sit down with Lauren McGurrin who shares her journey from working in high-profile restaurants to becoming a food stylist and eventually founding Mad Flora, a non-alcoholic Amaro brand. She discusses the importance of community, the evolution of the non-alcoholic s...

Welcome to 2026! Renée left corporate to become a full-time creator (lowest bank account ever, highest life satisfaction), and Mara moved to the Florida Keys. In this season premiere, we're getting real about what entrepreneurship actually looks like when you strip away the Instagram highlights. We talk about the unglamorous parts no one mentions, financial conversations with partners, the pr...

In this episode of Nosedive, Renée and Mara sit down with Brittany Hyde, founder and owner of The Little Sober Bar! They chat about her journey into an alcohol free lifestyle and the creation of a community-focused mobile bar that offers non-alcoholic options. They discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of curiosity, and the evolving landscape of sober spaces. Brittany shares h...

In this episode of Nosedive, Tom Eddleston shares his journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, focusing on his experiences in the non-alcoholic bev space with his company he co-founded, Fabric.  We talk about the impact of COVID-19 on his career choices, the importance of inclusivity in non-alcoholic spaces, and the unique ingredients used in Fabric's skus. He emphasizes the need...

In this episode of Nosedive, we sit down with Liz Wolfe and Nadia Klincewicz, co-founders of She's On Edge, a women's surf and skate collective transforming Charleston's third space community. Discover how two women created inclusive surf spaces for beginners, built community through women-only skate sessions, and launched CLIT Magazine to celebrate female surf culture. They share h...

WELCOME BACK peeps! On this episode of Nosedive, we chat with Courtney Johnson, THE personal brand educator and entrepreneur, about the importance of embracing one's uniqueness and overcoming the fear of being seen online. We talk about the power of LinkedIn as a platform for building connections, Courtney's journey from managing personal brands to creating her own media company, and the...

Two Southern Belles take on the Boroughs of NYC! We just got back from the most magical trip to New York City, and holy synchronicities, ya'll! Between figuring out the subway (a genuine miracle & who knew Renée was such a direction master?), celebrating Mara's three-year alcohol-free milestone, randomly running into her brother on a bridge, crying at Wicked on Broadway, and walking...

We're honored to talk with Stan Lake, veteran, writer, photographer, and author of “ A Toad in a Glass Jar ,” a collection of poems illustrating the intersection between the wonder of nature and the horrors of war.  Stan shares his journey as a creative, exploring themes of nature, war, and personal identity. We dive into his background in the straight edge movement, the impact of his militar...

NOSEDIVE has our FIRST GUEST!  We're so stoked to have this enlightening conversation with Karolina Rzadkowolska, alcohol-free empowerment coach, best selling author of Euphoric Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier More Confident You, Podcast Host of Euphoric the Podcast, and just overall BADDIE - she shares her transformative journey from a life centered around alcohol to one filled with purpose...

Happy September everyone! We are officially in the 'ber months. Sick.  Thank you again to listeners for your support! Please like, subscribe and share this episode to anyone you think could benefit.  In this episode, we dive into the concept of intuition, how to strengthen it, and differentiate it from anxiety. We often make decisions from places of fear, so we break down a protocol on how to...

*Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice; we are not licensed medical or mental health professionals.* In this episode, we dive into different categories of sobriety, including gray area drinking, sober curiosity, mindful drinking, straight edge, Cali sober and recovery. We re-iterate the importance of self-discovery and e...

In this episode, we are talking about the FULL MOON, how it pushes us to take aligned action and of course the journey of self-discovery. Our energy shifts so much during full moons, we can all feel it, and it's usually a time where we embrace vulnerability and hone in on our intuition to understand what we need to do, to JUST DO IT. We talk through the challenges of feeling dull in the gray...

We all win! In this episode of Nosedive, we explain the complexities of moderation versus sobriety, exploring the gray area of drinking, and how everyone really wins here when you begin assessing overall health, wellness, and growth. Inclusivity is a key ingredient in conversations about alcohol. We talk about the weight of "labels" and sometimes the backlash that comes from even discuss...

Helllooo Nosedivers - in this episode, we explore the pressures of corporate culture, particularly around unhealthy behaviors in the workplace and social dynamics. We share our personal experiences transitioning from college to the corporate world, discussing the challenges of fitting into a 'popularity contest' and the unhealthy coping mechanisms we adopted along the way. We are such ad...

In this episode, we open up about our hungover hoochie days—spilling the highs, lows, and all the chaotic fun (and fallout) that comes with overdoing it on the drinks. From messy nights to moments of clarity, we reflect on how drinking has shaped our relationships, emotions, and choices. We explore the idea of sober curiosity, question cultural norms around alcohol, and talk about what it’s like t...

In this weeks' episode we ask you to be a poser ok?! We reflect on our recent alcohol-free weekend together, volume 2, exploring personal growth, creativity, and the challenges of navigating social situations without alcohol. We explain how to shift from people-pleasing behaviors to embracing self-respect and the importance of setting boundaries. We highlight the joy of rediscovering life bey...