Thriving Alcohol-Free with Mocktail Mom

Imagine stepping into a bottle shop that only sells non-alcoholic beverages! That's exactly what Stephanie did in creating Killjoy Club - the first and only non-alcoholic bottle shop in Nashville, Tennessee. In this episode, she takes us on a journey through her remarkable story of embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle and transforming it into a thriving business.  But Stephanie doesn't st...

Ever wondered if your sensitivity might be guiding you toward a complicated relationship with alcohol? My guest certainly did and she’s here to share her story! Join me on a captivating journey with former HGTV star, Paige Rien, as we explore the ups and downs of embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle. In our conversation, we dive deep into Paige's unique ability to craft environments that truly...

Are you ready for a deep dive into the power of sobriety and how it can transform lives? Meet Elizabeth Gascoigne, our extraordinary guest today, whose journey from substance addiction to a thriving, alcohol-free life led her to create Absence of Proof, a groundbreaking non-alcoholic beverage company. But Elizabeth's story goes beyond personal triumph. Through Absence of Proof, she's rev...

Ever wondered if you're drinking more than you should and how to navigate a world that often revolves around alcohol? Have you felt stuck in the gray area, not an alcoholic, but not quite comfortable with your drinking habits? This episode is for you. I had the pleasure of sitting down with the inspiring Kari Schwear from Gray Tonic as she shared her compelling journey from questioning her ex...

I am thrilled to have Duncan Shouler, the Director of Winemaking at Giesen Wines, join me on the podcast today!  The entire range of Giesen 0% wines are some of my favorite de-alcoholized wines.  The Giesen 0% Sauvignon Blanc has been my "go-to" non-alcoholic wine for over two years. Shout out to my friend Mathilda, who introduced me to the Giesen brand - I am forever thankful! Giesen Wi...

Join me for a fascinating chat with Chris Marshall, the pioneer behind one of America's first brick-and-mortar non-alcoholic bars, Sansbar. Hear his inspiring journey towards sobriety and how it led him to forge a path in the beverage industry, flipping the script on traditional drinking culture. His story is not just about personal transformation but also a testament to the growing acceptanc...

Have you ever felt shame for ordering a non-alcoholic drink at a restaurant or party and struggled with the societal pressures of drinking culture? Join me, Deb, as we traverse this familiar landscape with sober pioneer Rachel Hart. Together, we dismantle the stigma surrounding non-alcoholic beverages and shed light on the rise of innovative, high-quality alternatives. Rachel, author of "Why...

I am thrilled to welcome Derick Santiago of Mocktail Wiz to the podcast!  Derick is a certified mixologist based in Southern California. He created Mocktail Wiz , an Instagram page and website dedicated to craft mocktails, non-alcoholic cocktail recipes, and mindful mixology techniques. He has worked as a mocktail recipe designer, photographer, and video creator with leading brands in the non-alco...

Her adventure into the alcohol-free space started with an unexpected bet with a friend, but quickly evolved into a life-changing experience, taking her to an extravagant $800 dinner at Momofuku Co. Hilary takes us through her first-hand experiences and the social benefits she discovered during her journey. Imagine going from a red carpet reporter covering after-parties and the best of wines, to ex...

Meet Josh James, the trailblazer behind one of America's pioneering non-alcoholic bars, Ocean Beach Cafe. His transformative story is inspiring as we trace his journey from San Francisco-based rehab, Friendship House, to becoming a powerful advocate for sobriety through his brand, Josh the Non-Alcoholic. Josh, with his bartender insights, recommends easy-to-make mocktails for your home and sh...

Meet Chelsea Mitchell, the creative genius behind Instagram's Present Mind Drinking. We delve into the pressures she faced from peers, the art of creating enticing mocktails, and the journey of establishing a social media presence. Our discussion unravels the challenges and the unexpected delights of an alcohol-free lifestyle, especially in social situations where drinks often take center sta...

Meet the remarkable Kristine Lies, who is here to share her 400+ day journey of an alcohol-free lifestyle. She is a "foodie" and a founding member of Thriving Alcohol-Free.   As a food enthusiast, Kristine didn't just quit alcohol; she found non-alcoholic alternatives that complement her love for food. We chat about our favorite summer wines, focusing on the Giesen 0% Pinot Grigio,...

An authentic discussion about sobriety among mothers with Suzanne Warye, host of The Sober Mom Life podcast. Suzanne brings together style & sobriety. Sometimes funny. Always sober. You can find her on her IG: @mykindofsweet & @thesobermomlife and her website  www.mykindofsweet.com Send me a message about the show! Join the community of mocktail-loving ladies in the Mocktail Social Club . ...

Meet a member of the Thriving Alcohol-Free community,  Heidi Abell. AKA Party Girl Unleaded, she is a Sobriety Advocate and Mocktail Enthusiast in Charlotte, NC.  Her goal is to encourage those stuck in the vicious cycle that alcohol creates.  She says, “If I can do it, anyone can do it.” She became sober in June 2020, in the early part of the pandemic, after noticing alcohol went down way too qui...

Christine Wayne is a community builder. And the founder of On The Mocks™ – an alcohol-free community + marketplace. OTM is an inclusive space that brings together the sober, sober curious, mindful-drinkers, dry-challengers, mocktail enthusiasts – and the people that support them – to share recipes + new NA beverage finds, and experiences along the way. OTM is a space where we help NA brands to sha...

This mini-episode is dedicated to my perfect nephew, David, who passed away on March 10, 2023, at 26. After David's passing, we found his one-year & five-year goal lists. Tune in to learn what was at the top of David's goal lists.     I also share my re-grounding experience when I met one of the employees at the Midwest's Original NA brew shop, Generation NA, in Lafayette, India...

With almost 6,000 reviews on Amazon, you've most likely heard of William Porter's smash hit Alcohol Explained .    William started drinking and smoking when he was around 14 years old. In his late teens, in an attempt to stop smoking, he read Allen Carr's Easyway . He was fascinated by his pragmatic and practical approach to what was a confusing and complicated subject.  Over the ye...

Shannon McCabe appeared to have it all as a work-at-home, homeschooling, & special needs mom with a great husband & career in holistic health. People didn’t know she drank 1+ bottles of wine a night to keep it all together. After failing to control her drinking, she finally felt desperate enough to admit she needed help. Now she's eight months sober & happier than she's ever...

My guest today is Madeline, age 29, of @ HappiestSober on Instagram. She is a vibrant example of what it means to thrive on the sober journey!  She got sober in November 2020 after a decade of gray-area drinking and discovered that her life is so much happier without alcohol in it. She is passionate about sharing that message and inspiring others on their sober journeys. Madeline lives in Toronto,...

Besides being sober moms, we bonded over our matching denim shirts & our love for shopping at Costco! Maureen Anderson is a wife, mother of 4, and serial racquet sports enthusiast.  After many years of sober curiosity and making + breaking the rules around her drinking, she finally quit on August 1, 2020. Maureen is a Recovery Coach Professional and a Gray Area Drinking Coach. She works with w...

Kezia Calvert is a Canadian-born, American-living sober woman who is a writer, wife, and mother. Kezia runs her own business, Kezia Calvert Creative, where she hosts self-discovery writing workshops for people in recovery. Kezia, her husband James, their daughter Harper, and their cat Cleo are anxiously awaiting the arrival of a new baby boy this summer. Kezia has been sober since November 1st, 20...

Be encouraged by the sober journey of Adrienne, a founding member of Thriving Alcohol-Free with Mocktail Mom . She is 7+ months free from alcohol & steadfast support to those in our membership community.  Adrienne has been a critical care nurse for over 13 years and serves in the nursing administration. With this newfound alcohol-free- time, energy, and mental clarity, her passion for positive...

Sarah Kate is the founding editor and publisher of Some Good Clean Fun, a lifestyle platform celebrating an alcohol-free lifestyle through non-alcoholic drinks recipes, reviews, plus more. She is Canada's leading non-alcoholic drinks expert, on-air personality, mom of two, and advocate for rethinking drinking and changing the conversation about women, wine, and health. Connect with Sarah Kate...

Michelle Smith is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the founder of Recovery is the New Black, a digital community for women living or exploring an alcohol-free life. Michelle struggled for years with alcohol addiction that looked like “overdoing it.” In reality, she was drinking to escape the stresses of life ― and the “mommy juice” drinking culture was helping her self-destruct. Since ge...

Jen Butler & I have run a few months of sober challenges together, and I am thrilled for her to join me on the podcast finally.  Enjoy this week's episode & be encouraged that the fun isn't over & there are still good things to drink when you aren't drinking alcohol.   Please leave a podcast review so others won't be afraid to listen ;-) If you know someone that wou...