Sober Vibes: Alcohol free lifestyle tips for long-term sobriety, whether you're sober curious or ready to quit drinking for good

This episode brings you right into the room for the live National Sober Day event — a celebration of sobriety, story, and sober community. In this special episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, you'll hear the live National Sober Day event held on September 14, 2022, featuring me and my sister Kimberly Elledge on the Sober Vibes podcast panel, hosted by Bryce, with Sike joining the conversation...

Episode 106: #1 Reason You Need to Quit Drinking Today In episode 106 of the Sober Vibes podcast, Courtney Andersen talks about why you must quit drinking today.  There are many reasons to quit drinking alcohol today, but this one, she hopes, sticks for you.  What you will learn in this episode: Why quitting drinking today is a must Moderation never works Mindset Hack The gifts of Sobriety will co...

Relapse is part of so many people's stories, and talking about it honestly is how we take its power away. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I welcome radio host and Sober Exposure podcast host Jenn Wylde for a brave, vulnerable conversation about alcohol relapse — what it actually feels like, and how you find your way back.  We get real about the shame that keeps people silent, why...

Ten years sober — and in this episode, I pull back the curtain on exactly what it took to get here. In this milestone episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I reflect on a full decade alcohol-free and share the real mindset shifts and tools that have helped me stay sober through every season of life.  This one is equal parts celebration and roadmap. Whether you're on day one or year nine, Courtn...

If you're sober curious and wondering where to even begin, this episode is your starting point. In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, I sit down with Abbie Romanul — Founder and CEO of Raising the Bar — to break down the growing sober curious landscape and what it really looks like to question your relationship with alcohol.  Together, we unpack what "sober curious" actually m...

Knowing when to stop enabling someone you love is one of the hardest boundaries in recovery and one of the most necessary . In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, part of the show-within-a-show Living on the El-Ledge , Courtney and Kimberly get real about the moment you realize that protecting someone from their consequences isn't love — it's enabling.  This one's for anyone wh...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I sit down with Phillip Barbb to talk about something so many people crave once the dust settles in early sobriety: long-term serenity. Phillip and I dive into what serenity really looks and feels like after years in recovery, how to stay grounded through the ups and downs, and the practical tools that help you ride the waves of life without turning bac...

Welcome to Episode 100 of the Sober Vibes Podcast !  I’m so grateful you’re here. This community, this show, and these conversations exist because you keep showing up, and I’m honored to walk this sober journey with you. In today’s episode, I’m talking about something a lot of people don’t want to admit out loud: being judgmental in recovery. Yes, it happens. Yes, it’s normal. And yes, you will mo...

It’s a Livin on the El-Ledge week on the Sober Vibes Podcast ! In Episode 99, Kimberly Elledge and I answer YOUR questions about addiction, recovery, sobriety, and everything in between. We love connecting with this community, so please keep your questions coming — email us anytime if there’s something you'd like us to discuss on the show. In this episode, we dive into: • Is it okay to cut ou...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I sit down with Jen Cutting for an incredibly powerful and emotional conversation about sober motherhood, healing after rock bottom, and rebuilding a life you’re proud of. Jen bravely shares her story of addiction, losing custody of her daughter, and what it took to fight her way back. Today, she’s not only in long-term recovery, she’s helping others do...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I’m breaking down one of the most common fears people have in early sobriety: “What if I think about drinking again?” You will think about it, and that doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means you’re human.   What You Will Learn In This Episode: • How to stop letting the fear of drinking again control you  • Why it’s completely normal to think about alcoho...

In this special Livin' on the El-Ledge episode — the show within the Sober Vibes Podcast — Kimberly Elledge and I went live from Ferndale PRIDE, in collaboration with The Phoenix , an incredible organization that creates sober spaces within the LGBTQ+ community.  We talk about the last time we were at a PRIDE parade during our active addictions and what it feels like to stand in that same spa...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I sit down with KL Wells for a powerful conversation about breaking generational addiction and the courage it takes to rewrite the patterns we grew up with. KL shares her story — not only as a woman in recovery herself but also as a mother of an addicted child. Her honesty, strength, and insight make this episode deeply meaningful for anyone navigating...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I’m sharing my #1 tool for having fun in sobriety — the same tool I’ve been using for years that completely shifted my mindset around what it means to enjoy life alcohol-free. Fun doesn’t end when drinking does. In fact, with the right mindset and support, it gets better — clearer, calmer, and much more meaningful. This tool is simple, actionable, and a...

In this episode of Livin on the El-Ledge — the show within the Sober Vibes Podcast — Kimberly Elledge and I dive into a powerful (and often painful) part of the sobriety journey: outgrowing toxic relationships. We talk about why so many of us attract unhealthy people during our active addiction, what shifts once we start healing, and how sobriety naturally changes the kind of relationships we allo...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I sit down with Cindi Roberts to talk about a topic that’s not discussed nearly enough — intimacy and sex in early recovery. Cindi and I dive into what it looks like to reconnect with yourself and others after quitting alcohol, how to rebuild confidence in your body, and why emotional intimacy often feels brand-new in sobriety. Sobriety doesn’t take awa...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I’m sharing three tips to help you stay sober on vacation because yes, traveling without alcohol can feel tricky at first, but it’s 100% possible (and fun!).  Whether it’s your first alcohol-free trip or your tenth, these tips will help you plan, stay grounded, and actually enjoy your vacation without the hangovers or regrets. Sobriety doesn’t limit you...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I’m diving into a big one: the fear of failing in sobriety. So many people never start their alcohol-free journey because they’re afraid they’ll “mess up.” I’ve been there. It took me four years of trying before it finally stuck, and I’m here to tell you that trying is never failing. Every attempt teaches you something, builds awareness, and brings you...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I sit down with Brianne Davis to talk about her journey through love and sex addiction and how recovery completely transformed her life both personally and professionally. From bringing powerful characters to life on screen to producing, directing, and writing her own work, Brianne is a true creative force in Hollywood. But behind the scenes, she faced...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I’m talking about something that comes up often in recovery — rock bottom. We all have one, but it doesn’t always look the same. Your rock bottom might not be dramatic or visible to others; it might simply be that moment when you realize alcohol is no longer serving you. And that’s enough. I share my perspective on why it’s so important to stop judging...

In this Livin on the El-Ledge episode — the show within the Sober Vibes Podcast — my sister Kimberly Elledge and I revisit one of our favorite conversations: the raw, honest talk with our mom, Debbie Elledge, about what it’s like being a mother to daughters who’ve battled addiction . Originally released in Season One as “Sorry Mom,” we’re resharing this heartfelt episode in honor of our mom’s birt...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I sit down with Arielle Dyment to talk about what it’s really like to re-enter the world after rehab. Arielle opens up about her addiction, her time in treatment, and how she rebuilt her life once she stepped back into the world sober. We talk about the challenges of early recovery, the emotional highs and lows, and the powerful lessons that come from s...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I’m talking about something that every person in recovery experiences at one point or another — anxiety. I share about my own recent bout with anxiety and what it taught me about slowing down, listening to my body, and giving myself the compassion I deserve. Sobriety doesn’t make us immune to anxious thoughts or feelings, but it does give us the tools t...

In this Livin on the El-Ledge episode — the show within the Sober Vibes Podcast — my sister Kimberly Elledge and I talk about something we know all too well: being comfortable in chaos. We unpack why so many of us who’ve lived with addiction or dysfunction gravitate toward chaos, and how it becomes “normal.” More importantly, we share what it takes to break that pattern and begin building calm, he...

In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast , I sit down with Sally Metelerkamp to talk about what it’s really like to support a parent through addiction. Sally opens up about her personal journey, how growing up with a mother living with addiction shaped her understanding of recovery, boundaries, and emotional healing. We talk about what it means to love someone struggling with addiction without l...