Rewired Sober

Ever wonder why you want alcohol so badly—only to feel like absolute garbage afterward? You’re not broken. Your brain is just doing its job. In this episode, I want to share more about the neuroscience of addiction, diving deep into the opponent process theory , neurotransmitter chaos, and the real reason that 5 p.m. craving feels like a freight train. In this episode I cover: The brain’s “AB Proc...

Ever wonder why telling your story in recovery feels so powerful? It’s not just emotional—it's biological. In this solo episode, I talk about how storytelling activates empathy, builds emotional safety, and rewires your brain for change. From mirror neurons to narrative psychology, learn why your messy truth is the medicine—and how sharing it might be the most powerful recovery tool you have. Toda...

In this episode of Rewired Sober , I sit down with Leah Fulton Eng, a nurse, and the heart behind the Sober Mom Collective. Leah shares the truth about what it really looks like to get sober while parenting—and why community may be the most important part of recovery. Together, we unpack how the illusion of “mommy wine culture” keeps so many women stuck, and how the simple act of showing up—being...

In this episode, I take you on a raw and unfiltered ride through New York City—from gritty Canal Street lofts to unexpected moments of insecurity on the Upper East Side. I recorded this on the fly during a spring trip, reflecting on identity, recovery, and the unexpected ways old wounds still show up—seven years sober. What begins as a rant about bad hotel decor becomes a powerful story of self-aw...

In today's episode I am speaking with a former coaching client and dementia specialist Tammy Pozerycki. With 551 days of sobriety under her belt, Tammy opens up about her long history of addiction—from food and smoking to alcohol—and the emotional roots that kept her stuck for years. She shares how body image issues, disordered eating, and generational trauma shaped her coping mechanisms. Tammy re...

Welcome to the first official episode of Rewired Sober — formerly You’ve Been Selected . In this episode I pull back the curtain on the real reasons for the name change, what I've learned about ego, identity, and Instagram, and how getting lost in vanity metrics nearly derailed the heart of my mission — to help women recover through neuroscience, storytelling, and soul-deep honesty. If you’re crav...

In today's episode, I sit down with Beate Pilgreen — a professional organizer, sober powerhouse, and all-around life declutterer — to talk about the connection between getting sober and clearing the damn clutter — both emotionally and physically. Beate shares her journey from growing up in Germany to making a "geographic" move to the U.S., thinking a new zip code could fix her heartbreak (and her...

In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Solita Roberts , founder of Style to Impact and a true catalyst for transformation—one wardrobe at a time. We go deep on how style isn't about playing dress-up for the world. It's about dressing in alignment with who you actually are . Whether you're stepping into sobriety, into leadership, or just into a new era of self, your closet shouldn't be hold...

In this beautifully candid conversation, Kate sits down with writer and recovery advocate Celeste Yvonne to talk about sobriety, identity, motherhood, and what it really takes to step into the light after years in the shadow of shame. Celeste shares the powerful backstory behind her book It's Not About the Wine , and what it was like navigating early recovery with a deep fear of being “found out.”...

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with author, speaker, NLP trainer, and coach Marsha Vanwynsberghe. Marsha is a six-time bestselling author, host of the Own Your Choices, Own Your Life Podcast, and founder of several transformational coaching programs. She shares openly about her journey as a parent navigating teen substance abuse and how that experience catalyzed her mission to help othe...

In today's episode, I am joined once again by my husband, Philip, to talk about something they’re frequently asked: What do sober couples do for fun? Together we share how our social life has evolved in sobriety—from bar brawls and boring nights in to a packed calendar filled with live music, fashion shows, comedy, art events, photography gigs, and spontaneous "treasure hunts" at flea markets. Not...

In this episode, I want to share a little bit about a new course called The Gut Check —a private self-inquiry course designed for those stuck in the space between “not rock bottom” and “not free.” This episode is both a behind-the-scenes look at why The Gut Check course was created and an invitation to explore what happens when we pause before the pivot . Whether you’re questioning your relationsh...

In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend, artist, and sober mentor Catherine Just — a visual powerhouse whose photography gives voice to the unspoken: love, loss, desire, and transformation. Catherine celebrates 37 years of continuous sobriety , and her life’s work is a testament to what happens when you listen to the inner whisper that says, “There’s more to life than what you’re living.”...

What started as a silly reel (complete with banana phone and bathrobe chic) evolved into a powerful reflection on identity, transformation, and fashion as a mirror of recovery. In this episode I unpack how sobriety shattered the illusion of what I once thought was a “fabulous” drinking life and how, ironically, my style and confidence actually blossomed in recovery. I discuss: The real meaning beh...

My husband Phillip is back, and this time he is sharing his story about getting sober. From his career in the military, to binge drinking, blackouts, and rock-bottom moments—this is his story, 4 years after I decided to quit drinking. In this episode Phillip shares: The night he wrecked his car—and how it saved his life The emotional toll of transitioning out of the military Binge drinking, mascul...

In this episode, I’m diving into the truth that no one tells you about getting sober: the real work starts after you put down the drink. For many of us, the next layer of recovery is learning how to navigate our relationships without numbing, fixing, or losing ourselves in other people. This one is for anyone who is navigating sobriety with a partner who still drinks. What happens when your nervou...

In this solo episode, I crack open the conversation around disordered eating and substance use disorder — and how they can so often co-exist behind closed doors. I'm not an expert, just a woman in recovery sharing what helped me heal. I talk through the shame, the secrecy, and the sticky-note moment that became my turning point. This is my story of getting radically honest — with myself, my husban...

What is it like to love someone through active addiction? In this raw and deeply personal episode, I sit down with my husband, Philip—a combat veteran and mental health advocate—to talk about our journey through addiction, codependency, and survival.  What we cover: Our honest, unfiltered truth about love, recovery, and the hidden battles that we both faced throughout the years Phillip openly...

Dr. Robb Kelly is a quick-witted, no-nonsense addiction expert who doesn’t sugarcoat the truth. He takes recovery seriously because people are dying, and there’s no time for excuses. In this episode, we go deep into his journey, his methods, and why he believes full recovery is possible. What We Cover: Dr. Kelly’s personal struggle – Losing custody of his children to addiction and fighting his way...

Every year, I take a trip to New York City for my soberversary, and this year marks 7 years. NYC has always been a magical place, but in sobriety, it’s taken on an even deeper meaning—it’s shown me that I can accomplish bucket list dreams sober instead of just being a drunken dreamer who never follows through. What I Share in This Episode: The power of experiencing NYC sober – How this city has be...

In this solo episode, Kate gets real about her complicated relationship with gratitude. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t always her favorite concept. She dives into why the typical “gratitude fixes everything” mantras used to make her roll her eyes and how she found a way to embrace gratitude without spiritually bypassing the real pain that life throws at us. Kate unpacks how gratitude, when done authenti...

In this episode, I speak with Kate Vitela, a board-certified nurse coach and certified addiction RN with over two decades of nursing experience. Kate has been sober since 2018. She has empowered women in recovery with humour, science, and spiritual growth. Her podcast, "You Been Selected," inspires transformation through real talk and actionable tools for sobriety and personal development.  T...

In this episode, Kate continues her heartfelt conversation with Nurse Coach Sarah Morgando as they take a deeper dive into the story of Sarah’s sister, Jenny. They explore the complex relationship between gastric bypass surgery and addiction—a journey that ultimately led to Jenny’s untimely death. Together, Kate and Sarah discuss the profound impact this experience had on Sarah’s mission to create...

In this episode of "You Been Selected," Kate honors the incredible work of Nurse Coach Sarah Morgando and her group Sisterhood Rising, formed in loving memory of Sarah’s sister, who lost her battle with addiction. This powerful group is rooted in the concept of healing the sister wound—the deep societal patterns of judgment, comparison, and competition that often divide women. Kate explores how Si...

In this entertaining episode, Kate sits down with Alysse Bryson, founder of the online magazine The Sober Curator, to talk about how it all began. Alysse shares the story behind creating this much-needed space—a BuzzFeed-style hub for sober people—and how Kate got involved writing a fashion column, despite having no clue what she was doing at first. From humble beginnings to walking the runway at...