The Sober Butterfly Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this solo episode of The Sober Butterfly Podcast , host Nadine gets brutally honest about what happens after the drinking stops. Titled “Sober, But Still Toxic? A Journey in Progress,” this episode unpacks the not-so-glamorous truth that sobriety alone doesn’t automatically make you emotionally healthy. Nadine reflects on how, even after years alcohol-free, she still caught her...

Send us Fan Mail In this solo episode, Nadine explores the hidden cost of “free” drinks and how pretty privilege shaped her drinking experiences. From VIP invites to ER visits, she unpacks the illusion of power tied to beauty and booze, and what sobriety has taught her about self-worth.  Tune in for a raw, reflective, and empowering take on how we trade our peace for acceptance. ✨ If you’ve ever...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Sober Butterfly , Nadine interviews Ian Fee, author of Wild Ride to Sobriety . From his first sip of alcohol at just one year old to an intense 10-day rehab that involved ipecac (yep, you read that right), Ian shares the highs, lows, and hard truths of his path to sobriety. He opens up about fatherhood, addiction transference, the power of The Four Agreements , an...

Send us Fan Mail In this honest solo episode, host Nadine Mulvina shares an exciting update—The Sober Butterfly is evolving. After nearly four years of documenting her alcohol-free journey, Nadine opens up about feeling pulled toward a new chapter, one that still honors her sobriety but expands into the full richness of her identity. She reflects on the inspiration behind The Sober Butterfly (meta...

Send us Fan Mail In this compelling episode of The Sober Butterfly , host Nadine sits down with Nick Jonsson —a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, Ironman athlete, and sobriety coach—to explore the journey from addiction and executive burnout to purpose-driven recovery. Nick opens up about his experience with executive loneliness , the hidden struggles behind high-performing professionals, and how...

Send us Fan Mail Faith, Healing & Holistic Sobriety: Dr. Sarah Nasir on the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection in Recovery | Part 2 In Part 2 of this powerful convo, Nadine chats with Dr. Sarah Nasir about spirituality, Islam, and the mind-body-soul connection in addiction recovery. Learn how faith, holistic wellness, and her Transcendent U program help women heal.  Mentioned in the Episode: Dr. Sara...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever woken up with no memory of the night before? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode of The Sober Butterfly , host Nadine Mulvina—once a regular blackout drinker—opens up about the frightening reality of blackouts and explores what’s really happening in the brain with Dr. Sarah Nasir, DO. Dr. Nasir is a board-certified Addiction Medicine physician, life coach, and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sober Butterfly Podcast , host Nadine is joined by Danielle, the founder of That Sober Glow and No Booze Crew , an inspiring virtual women's sober community. Danielle opens up about her journey with sobriety, beginning with her first drink at the age of 14 and the challenges that came with navigating  New York City drinking culture. Danielle shares how...

Send us Fan Mail In this bonus solo episode, host Nadine Mulvina takes you on a sun-soaked, power-outage-filled journey to San Juan, Puerto Rico —traveling with her college best friend who still drinks. Through vibrant stories and heartfelt reflection, Nadine explores how choosing sobriety doesn’t mean missing out—it can actually inspire those around you. From salsa dancing in La Placita, to hikin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sober Butterfly Podcast , host Nadine Mulvina partners with Salt River Therapy to explore how therapy can help break the cycle of people-pleasing in sobriety. Licensed therapist Alexandria Atkinson shares her own healing journey and explains how trauma, attachment wounds, and fear of rejection fuel people-pleasing behaviors. Together, they unpack how to set...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sober Butterfly , host Nadine Mulvina is joined by licensed therapist and mental health counselor Kendall Bierman for an open, honest, and empowering conversation about getting sober in your twenties. Kendall shares her personal journey—from struggling with anxiety and alcohol use in college to becoming a therapist who now helps others navigate similar chall...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sober Butterfly Podcast , Nadine Mulvina sits down with Sophia Graniela , an EFT practitioner, shadow work coach, and transformational guide , to explore the journey of healing from addiction, toxic relationships, and self-sabotage. Sophia opens up about growing up in a chaotic environment shaped by alcoholism and mental health struggles, leading to her own...

Send us Fan Mail In this special solo episode of The Sober Butterfly , I’m reflecting on 34 years of life, love, and lessons —the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Birthdays can be complicated, and this year, I’ve been sitting with some deep feelings. I’m opening up about birthday blues , the pressures we place on ourselves, and how sobriety has shaped the way I celebrate milestones. But...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Sober Butterfly Podcast, host Nadine Mulvina interviews Kristen McAvoy, a sobriety influencer known for her transparent and inspirational posts on Instagram. Kristen candidly shares her tumultuous journey from binge drinking during her sorority days to struggling with a severe addiction to alcohol and Xanax. She recounts how her social anxiety fueled her sub...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Sober Butterfly Podcast, host Nadine Mulvina welcomes guest Melissa McGovern to share her transformative journey to sobriety. Melissa recounts how her heavy drinking, particularly during the pandemic, led to various health issues. Despite initial attempts and setbacks, a wake-up call from her doctor finally motivated her to commit to a sober life. Melissa de...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'The Sober Butterfly,' host Nadine Mulvina interviews Jasmine Flowers, who shares her struggle with alcoholism, unresolved trauma, and an abusive relationship despite outward appearances of a perfect life. The episode covers serious topics including domestic abuse, sexual trauma, and suicidal ideation. Jasmine’s journey to sobriety began with therapy a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'The Sober Butterfly' podcast, Nadine shares the 10 Things Every Sober Girl Needs for Dating & Relationships, whether single, taken, or just flirting.  The 10 Things Every Sober Girl Needs for Dating & Relationships: a functional brain 🧠 a voice that works (and speaks up) 🗣️ an inner voice/intuition ✨  a bailout plan 🏃🏾‍♀️‍➡️ a dating profi...

Send us Fan Mail In this FULL episode of The Sober Butterfly , host Nadine Mulvina welcomes special guest Madeline Forrest, known as Maddie from Happiest Sober. Beginning with a fun icebreaker, Maddie shares her journey from a timid, anxious drinker to a brave, optimistic, and proud sober woman.  The discussion covers her initial struggles with alcohol, experiences dating while sober, and the deve...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sober Butterfly, host Nadine interviews Maddie from 'Happiest Sober'. Maddie shares her experiences and challenges before and after achieving sobriety, emphasizing how it transformed her life by making her more optimistic and brave. They delve into Maddie's reasons for drinking, how sobriety has affected her dating life and standards, and the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sober Butterfly podcast, Nadine welcomes Tawny Lara, known as the 'sober sexpert,' to discuss her book, 'Dry Humping: A Guide to Booze Free Dating, Sex and Relationships.' Tawny details her journe from being a party girl bartender in Texas to moving to New York City and reevaluating her relationship with alcohol in 2015 New York City. Thi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sober Butterfly, host Nadine kicks off February with a solo discussion focusing on love, dating, sex, relationships, and self-love through the lens of sobriety. She recounts her personal experiences with breakups, both before and after getting sober, and offers strategies for handling heartbreak without turning to substances. Nadine emphasizes the importance...

Send us Fan Mail Ashley McGee shares her journey of overcoming the influence of various substances, including alcohol, cigarettes, vaping, and weed. Ashley talks openly about the impact these substances had on her life, why harm reduction was crucial for her, and the tools that aided her in achieving sobriety.  We Also Discuss... Ashley's identity shift, from stoner girl to sober girl.  The r...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sober Butterfly, Nadine welcomes Tiana Heath, a producer and host known for her shows 'Missing on Long Island' and 'Beyond the Bottle,' to discuss her inspiring sober journey. Tiana  reflects on her mother’s passing and how it prompted her to choose sobriety as a healthier coping mechanism. The conversation covers self-care, the importanc...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sober Butterfly , host Nadine Mulvina interviews clinical psychologist Sylvia Subriana to dispel myths about hypnotherapy and its application in overcoming alcohol dependency. Sylvia is a clinical psychologist and Head of Content Development at MyDry30, an innovative app designed to help users take control of their relationship of alcohol. Silvia shares her...

Send us Fan Mail Nadine chats with Kathryn Sauser, aka Kat from Sober Fit Girl, about fitness, sobriety, and personal transformation.  Kathryn shares her sobriety journey, revealing how it has drastically improved her life, including mental health, relationships, and professional success. They also talk about the benefits of traveling, especially Kathryn’s retreats in Bali, and the supportive comm...