The Not Drinking Alcohol Today Podcast
Meg and Bella discuss the ups and downs of navigating an alcohol free life in Australia's alcohol centric culture. This highly rated podcast, featuring in Australia's top 100 self improvement podcasts, is a must for those that are trying to drink less alcohol but need some motivation, are curious about sober life or who are sober but are looking for some extra reinforcement. The Not Drinking Alcohol Today pod provides an invaluable resource to keep you motivated and on track today and beyond. Meg and Bella's guests include neuroscientists, quit-lit authors, journalists, health experts, alcohol coaches and everyday people who have struggled with alcohol but have triumphed over it. Our aim is to support and inspire you to reach your goals to drink less or none at all! Meg and Bella are This Naked Mind Certified Coaches (plus nutritionists and counsellors respectively) who live in Sydney and love their alcohol free life.
Episodes
106 episodes
Breaking Free With Natalie West: Reclaiming Your Self-Worth Without Alcohol
In this transformative episode, I’m thrilled to share insights from Natalie E. West, high-performance integrative psychotherapist and guest speaker during Week 2 of my (Bella's) November Alcohol Freedom Challenge. Natalie captivated our group w...
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54:16
Mrs D is Going without - Lotta Dann interview
Meet Lotta Dann, also known as Mrs D, the anonymous blogger who discovered the tremendous power of online support for those seeking sobriety.From sharing her personal journey on her long-running blog, Mrs D Is Going Without, Lotta has b...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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46:53
Lisa Greenberg's Perfectly Imperfect Sobriety Story
(*An oldie but a goodie with the awesome Lisa Greenberg back in the day when our pod was called She's Sober Sydney*) Join us as we talk with the glorious perfectly imperfect Lisa Greenberg about her alcohol addiction and her path to sobriety an...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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49:02
Meg: The real reasons I drank alcohol!
Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the surface of your habits, driving them to become part of your daily life? Join me, Meg, as I unravel the complexities of my alcohol dependency, fueled by deep-seated feelings of unworthiness and anxiet...
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Season 2
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Episode 105
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20:27
Chris Gimpel: Cheers to a Hangover-Free Aussie Festive Season
Chris Gimpel, Head of Client Engagement at the Clean Slate Clinic and a Smart Recovery Facilitator, chats to us about navigating the Aussie festive season without alcohol. Chris was formerly engaged in the banking sector and gave up alcohol a f...
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Season 2
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Episode 104
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46:41
Tabbin Almond; Bottling up Trouble
Have you ever considered how deeply alcohol is woven into our society's fabric, and what might happen if you step away from it? Join us on the Not Drinking Today podcast as we explore this profound transformation with Tabbin Almond, a coach wit...
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Season 2
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Episode 103
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38:51
100th Episode Milestone Celebration with Meg and Bella
Celebrating our 102nd episode, we (that's Meg and Bella!) reflect on our favourite podcast episodes and the conversations that we have had the honour of recording of the last two years. Join us as we share stories from our favourite episo...
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Season 2
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Episode 101
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23:57
The Critical Role Anti-Craving Medications Can Play in Alcohol Recovery: All Your Questions Answered By Dr Chris Davis, Clean Slate Clinic
Today we talk to Dr. Chris Davis, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of the Clean Slate Clinic about the critical role anti-craving medications, such as Naltrexone and Campral, can play in alcohol recovery. Dr Davis answers all of your questi...
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Season 2
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Episode 101
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43:08
Maggie Klaassens: On her journey to the (Sober) Summit!
Ever wondered how the "mummy wine culture" might be impacting your journey to health and fitness? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Maggie Clausens, the host of the Sober Summit, as she candidly shares her battle with habitual wine d...
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Season 2
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Episode 100
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34:07
Sober Yoga Girl: Alex McRobert's Inspiring Memoir
Today, we welcome back Alex McRobert, known to many as the Sober Yoga Girl, who shares her inspiring journey in the recent release of her memoir, Sober Yoga Girl, from a school teacher in the Middle East to becoming a yoga teacher and sober coa...
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Season 2
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Episode 99
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35:02
Maryanne Petkac: A Path to Wellness and Alcohol Freedom
Can the loss of a loved one catalyse a journey of profound personal transformation? Mayianne Petkac, a dedicated alcohol freedom coach and yoga instructor, opens up about her powerful journey to sobriety following the loss of her mother in 2020...
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Season 2
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Episode 98
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37:36
Voice of Change, Foundation for Alcohol Education & Research CEO, Caterina Giorgi
Today we talk to Caterina Giorgi, the CEO of the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) about the crucial role FARE plays in Australia in commissioning research on alcohol harm and advocating for essential changes to Australia’s a...
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Season 2
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Episode 97
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41:41
Exploring ADHD and Neurodiversity with Faye Lawrence
Ever wondered how ADHD manifests differently in children and adults, or between males and females? In our latest episode, we promise to provide those answers and more with the help of our returning guest, Faye Lawrence. Now a specialized coachi...
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Season 2
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Episode 96
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45:46
Breaking Barriers with SMART Recovery CEO, April Long
If you are sober curious or are on a mission to drink less, you will likely have heard about SMART Recovery, an evidenced based recovery method that is as an alternative to other recovery programs, including 12 step programs. Or perhaps you've ...
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Season 2
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Episode 95
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40:01
Danielle Fleming: Navigating pregnancy and alcohol.
What experiences led Danielle Fleming, a former heavy drinker in the hospitality industry, to transform her life and become a pregnancy sobriety coach? Discover Danielle's powerful story of resilience and change as she opens up about the grip a...
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Season 2
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Episode 94
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36:23
The Nude Nutritionist, Lyndi Cohen, on How to Farewell Binging Food & Booze
Today we talk to Lyndi Cohen, AKA The Nude Nutritionist, about making peace with food and booze. Lyndi helps people to farewell binge and emotional eating and to find a healthier and more balanced way to think about and approach food, based on ...
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Season 2
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Episode 93
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34:13
Sober Socialising and Building a Strong Community
Ever wondered how embracing patience, persistence, and resilience can transform your life? Join us as we speak with Mags Sheridan, an embodiment coach whose journey of quitting alcohol and embracing sobriety since 2016 has profoundly reshaped h...
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Episode 92
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41:32
Hello Sunday Morning With CEO, Dr Nicole lee
Hello Sunday Morning's (HSM) CEO, Dr Nicole Lee, joins Not Drinking Today to talk about the remarkable work HSM does to support individuals to drink less. HSM's mission is to aim to change the world's relationship with alcohol one Sunday at a t...
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Season 2
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Episode 91
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34:28
Crafting Inclusivity: The Seadrift Story
Can a passion for local flavors and a desire for inclusivity redefine an entire industry? Join us as we sit down with Carolyn Whiteley, the visionary co-founder of Seadrift Distillery, to explore her transformative journey from a career in glob...
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Season 2
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Episode 90
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27:50
Sober Dave: One For The Road
Transforming his life in January 2019, David Wilson, Certified Grey Area Drinking Coach and Public Speaker, is dedicated to motivating others to transform their lives, overcome personal challenges and embrace life with a renewed mindset. His To...
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Season 2
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Episode 89
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50:33
Kate Nichols: From Hidden Drinking to Empowered Sobriety
What if your dependence on alcohol not only jeopardised your health but also strained your most treasured relationships? This week, we have the privilege of speaking with Kate Nichols, an inspiring alcohol recovery coach who shares her heartfel...
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Season 2
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Episode 88
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37:09
SOBER SEX! Let's Talk About It Right Now ....
* This is not the best topic to listen to on speaker with your kids in the background!** If the topic of sex is triggering for you, then perhaps hit pause and move to another episodeOK, SOBER SEX… Let’s talk about it. Why?!...
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Episode 87
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30:29
Getting present and sober with Ellie Crowe
Have you ever wondered how societal norms around drinking are subtly shaping your habits? This week, we're thrilled to welcome Ellie Crow from the Present and Sober Podcast. Ellie, a This Naked Mind senior certified coach, bravely opens up abou...
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Season 2
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Episode 86
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53:00
Girl Walks Out of A Bar: Recovered Lawyer & Trailblazing Author Lisa Smith
What drives a successful lawyer to reveal a hidden struggle with addiction? In this compelling episode, we sit down with Lisa Smith, author of the acclaimed memoir "A Girl Walks Out of a Bar," who bravely shares her journey from the high-stakes...
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Season 2
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Episode 85
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44:08
Eliza Parkinson: Parenting a child with Special Needs
Join us as we chat with Eliza Parkinson, an alcohol mindset coach, who shares her journey from social drinking in her teens to the pressures of "mommy drinking culture" during motherhood. Eliza faced emotional turmoil, especially after her seco...
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Season 2
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Episode 84
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34:39