The Sober Butterfly Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Sober Butterfly Podcast, host Nadine Mulvina talks with Daryl Dittmer, author of 'When I Stopped Fighting: The Unexpected Joy of Getting to Know You.' Daryl shares his inspiring journey of overcoming substance abuse and achieving 39 years of sobriety. Raised in a Midwest Protestant family with no initial association to alcohol, Daryl's first e...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Sober Butterfly Podcast, host Nadine Mulvina sits down with Jasmine from Soulfully_Sober about her inspiring journey to sobriety. Jasmine shares her before and after, highlighting the transformation from a life characterized by excessive drinking to one focused on personal growth, resilience, and motherhood. She opens up about the challenges that led to her...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Nadine Mulvina in this captivating episode of The Sober Butterfly podcast as she sits down with Steph, a NYC bottle waitress, to uncover her remarkable journey from pouring drinks to soaring in sobriety. Steph courageously shares her struggles with addiction, including her reliance on ketamine and alcohol, and the challenges she faced working in an environment where drin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sober Butterfly podcast, Nadine sits down with Danay Jones, the founder of Sober Girls Houston, for an insightful conversation on the journey to sobriety and the creation of a supportive community for sober women. We also get into: Life Before Sobriety : Danay opens up about her life before getting sober, sharing personal experiences and challenges she faced...

Send us Fan Mail Michael Muldoon is a magician turned teacher who is passionate about using his skills to help educators build powerful connections with their students. Michael decided to quit drinking alcohol to  become the best version of himself, utilizing his passion for magic and teaching. Growing up in  New York City, Michael faced numerous hardships. At a young age, tragedy struck when his...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for an insightful conversation with Sam Bail, the visionary founder behind The Third Place Bar, a revolutionary non-alcoholic popup bar in the heart of NYC. In this episode, we delve into Sam's journey, her perspective on the toxic drinking culture in corporate America, and her fascinating insights on the contrasting drinking cultures between NYC and Germany. Key Poin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "The Sober Butterfly" podcast the millennial money coach Rachel @rachel_talksmoney and host Nadine  discuss  overspending on self-care  in sobriety. Our guest, Rachel @rachel_talksmoney shares invaluable insights and practical tips to strike the right balance between self-care and financial responsibility. Key Points: Introduction to the Importance of...

Send us Fan Mail This episode of The Sober Butterfly podcast explores the profound journey of self-love within the context of sobriety. Join Nadine as she delves into the transformative power of embracing all parts of oneself: the good, the bad, and the ugly, while cultivating compassion, and discovering authentic love in this journey of sobriety. We also get into: Embracing Vulnerability: Acknowl...

Send us Fan Mail This week's episode delves into the captivating journey of my mother's path to sobriety. From Lerene's early memories growing up in the pub culture of 1970s London to navigating the lively party scene of the 1980s, my mother shares her experiences of being a part of an era defined by its social indulgences. My mum reflects on her own journey, where the lines between...

Send us Fan Mail "We have what you want" is a common expression heard in AA. But what exactly do we (sober people) have that you (others/non-sober people) want? In today's episode, Nadine delves into a nuanced topic – the experience of others being jealous of your sobriety, exploring the implications and ways to navigate this unspoken challenge. We also get into: -The three things p...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode of The Sober Butterfly Podcast, we sit down with Ellie St. Alban, the proud founder and owner of Dry in the Desert, a virtual non-alcoholic bottle shop and events in Phoenix, Arizona. Ellie shares her journey toward sobriety and insights into the challenges and triumphs of running a business in non-alcoholic beverages. We also discuss: -The Challenge of...

Send us Fan Mail Angelica Roberts grew up an avid reader and passionate storyteller with a natural acumen for writing. As a military kid who moved around often, she never felt like she belonged. That is until she attended Florida A&M University (FAMU), a historically black college/university (HBCU) for undergrad. Here, Angelica finally felt she had found a home and a strong sense of community....

Send us Fan Mail Prakruti Makan not only brings her personal story of recovery, with almost four years of sobriety from substances like cocaine, alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and caffeine, but also gems from her professional experience as a sober coach for the Reframe App and former psychotherapist. Prakruti shares unique insights into the process of reframing one's relationship with substance...

Send us Fan Mail After taking a much-needed break from podcasting, I’m excited to be back as we open a New Year. I’m sharing life updates since I paused the podcast, sharing my mindset for 2024 and how to set yourself up for a successful Dry January. I will also share... Lessons learned in 2023 related to sobriety, burnout, traveling, and breakups Why you should hone in on mindset-focused goals an...

Send us Fan Mail 21 episodes, 8 guests, and two seasons down. Host Nadine Mulvina says a quick farewell to this season of the show. New episodes will resume September 5th, 2023! Thank you for listening. Check out The Sober Butterfly on Instagram and YouTube for more sober content. See you in the Fall! To connect with Nadine: Instagram: @the.soberbutterfly Website: https://thesoberbutterfly.com/ If...

Send us Fan Mail This week's episode features educator, lifestyle coach, and sober consultant Jessica Dueñas. Jessica shares her story with us: what it was like growing up as a first- generation Cuban/Costa Rican overachiever, her early relationship with disordered eating and how this later shaped her relationship with alcohol, how she excelled professionally and even won the 2019 Kentucky St...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Sober Butterfly podcast  the show that explores  sober stories, travel, and pursuit of personal growth. In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of aligning your thoughts, emotions, and actions to manifest positive change while maintaining a sober lifestyle. Join host Nadine Mulvina as we uncover the principles of the Law of Attraction and their profo...

Send us Fan Mail This solo episode of The Sober Butterfly Podcast is a personal account of host Nadine Mulvina's second attempt at Vegas. If you're looking for sober inspo. for Las Vegas then this episode is for you. Hotel The Cosmopolitan Shows Usher: My Way - The Vegas Residency Mad Apple Cirque du soleil  Restaurants China Poblano by José Andrés Wicked Spoon Mon Ami Gabi  Activities C...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode of TSB,  sober coach Barbara Williams from Sheffield, England shares her story.  Barbara has been sober since February 2021, with no rock-bottom although many pebble-bottoms, knowing that moderation was not working for her, it was time to seriously think about her relationship with alcohol, and focus on the more important relationships in her life. To c...

Send us Fan Mail Berlin is infamous for parties, clubs, bars, and nightlife. So how does one navigate the party scene sober? In this week’s episode, host Nadine Mulvina addresses this and shares her overall experience of being sober in Berlin, Germany.  Be sure to follow the show on social: Instagram: @the.soberbutterfly YouTube: The Sober Butterfly TikTok: The Sober Butterfly --------------------...

Send us Fan Mail Nadine has just gotten back from Berlin so this week's episode is a throwback to a fan favorite episode from season 1 of the podcast: "Strippers are Sober, Too" featuring Regan Riley.  Reagan Reilly is a Las Vegas exotic dancer with over 10 years of sobriety. Reagan is refreshingly honest about her past addictions that almost killed her, life as a Las Vegas stripper...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the power of hypnotherapy in addiction recovery. Our guest, Georgia Foster, is  a world renowned hypnotherapist, top selling author, and creator of Life Changing Programs  with years of experience in addiction treatment. Georgia shares insights and anecdotes about how hypnosis can be a highly effective tool for overcoming addiction. One of the key topic...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Sober Butterfly Podcast! In today's episode, we will explore the four seasons of life. Life is cyclical, not linear. As human beings, we go through different life phases, each with unique challenges and opportunities. These seasons are often compared to the four seasons of nature: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Season of winter –Preparation Season of spring...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast where we explore the crucial topic of representation in sobriety, labeling, and boundaries. In today's world, it's important to recognize the importance of diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our lives, and sobriety is no exception. London sober babe and business owner Yasmin Spark and I discuss  the nuances of rep...

Send us Fan Mail What does supermodel/actress Cara Delevingne have in common with TSB podcast host Nadine Mulvina? Aside from striking beauty and limitless talent, both ladies had a lifechanging wakeup call around their 30th birthday.  In this episode, Nadine Mulvina recalls her last drunk birthday and the shame she felt after a tribute video she planned to make commemorating her twenties went ver...