Best Grey Area Drinking Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 3: Grey Area Drinking Explained 9:31

1M ago9:31

9:31

In this episode of The Sober Connection, host Abi discusses the concept of grey area drinking, a term that describes individuals who drink more than occasionally but do not fit the traditional stereotype of an alcoholic. She shares her personal journey from being a heavy drinker to achieving sobriety, emphasising the importance of recognising unhea…

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Episode 7: Relapse 11:55

3d ago11:55

11:55

In this episode of the Sober Connection, Abi discusses the challenges of relapse during the journey to sobriety. She shares her personal experiences with alcohol, the emotional turmoil of relapsing, and the importance of self-compassion. Abi emphasises that relapse is a part of the recovery process and offers practical advice on how to acknowledge,…

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299. How I survived my best friend's 50th birthday (as the only sober person there). 19:15

2d ago19:15

19:15

In this episode, Danni shares her experience of attending her best friend's 50th birthday party as the only sober person. She reflects on the challenges of navigating social situations without alcohol, the importance of self-awareness, and the strategies she employed to stay connected to herself throughout the event. Danni emphasises the significan…

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Susan Stout shifts our perspective - Episode 20 29:24

3d ago29:24

29:24

We often feel we should have things under control, especially when it comes to our relationship with alcohol. But what if it's not about being broken, but about shifting your perspective? Today, our guest, Susan Stout, opens up about reframing her relationship with alcohol and how it led to profound feelings of joy and confidence. Get ready to hear…

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Episode 6: My Chat with Sharon Hartley 52:45

10d ago52:45

52:45

In this episode of The Sober Connection, host Abi King interviews Sharon Hartley, a prominent advocate for sober living and co-host of the Over the Influence podcast. They discuss Sharon's journey to sobriety, the importance of community support, and the life-changing benefits of quitting alcohol. Sharon shares her experiences, challenges, and the …

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298. Daily Rituals for Lasting Sobriety & Nervous System Support 30:01

10d ago30:01

30:01

In this episode, Danni shares her experiences from a recent retreat and emphasises the importance of daily practices in maintaining sobriety. She discusses various foundational practices such as breathwork, yoga, meditation, and journaling, explaining how each contributes to self-awareness and nervous system regulation. Danni highlights the signifi…

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Episode 5: My Story 12:38

17d ago12:38

12:38

**** Please note - this episode contains conversations around domestic violence and sexual abuse. There are resources at the bottom of these show notes for anyone that may need them. In this episode, Abi King shares her personal journey from being a daily drinker to achieving over three years of sobriety. She discusses her early experiences with al…

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Episode 4: My Chat with Michael Sargood 58:04

24d ago58:04

58:04

**** Please note - this episode contains open & honest conversations around mental health struggles and suicidal thoughts. There are resources at the bottom of these show notes for anyone that may need them. In this episode of The Sober Connection, host Abi interviews Michael Sargood, a former heavy drinker turned fitness enthusiast and ambassador …

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Dr. Michelle Lynch Puts drinking under the microscope and finds: Alcohol Freedom! Ep.19 33:27

24d ago33:27

33:27

This week we are joined by a fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, which is definitely a first for us. Dr. Michelle Lynch is an expert in the field of sustainability, and while her work focuses her attention on experimental research to improve the future for us all, it was when she put her own life under the microscope and applied the same curi…

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297. Grieving your old self 47:11

1M ago47:11

47:11

In this conversation, Danni and Lyndee discuss Lyndee's journey to sobriety, exploring her background, the progression of her drinking habits, and the realisations that led her to quit alcohol. They delve into the challenges of navigating social situations without alcohol, the importance of support from family and friends, and the reflections on pa…

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Episode 2: My Chat with Kate Taylor 52:45

1M ago52:45

52:45

In this episode of the Sober Connection, Abi chats with Kate Taylor about their journeys to sobriety, the challenges they faced, and the importance of community support. Kate shares her early experiences with alcohol, the turning points that led her to quit, and the mindset shifts that helped her embrace a sober lifestyle. Both women reflect on the…

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Courtney Peters shares the secrets of 1000 days of Alcohol Freedom - Episode 18 33:12

1M ago33:12

33:12

This week we're joined by our friend Courtney, who was an average middle lane drinker, when she began to question whether alcohol was still serving her.? As many of you may be now... She began to realise it didn't fit with her otherwise healthy lifestyle and started to google the usual questions… Coach Courtney https://www.pmacoaching.com/ https://…

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296. Finding control amongst the chaos 50:52

1M ago50:52

50:52

In this conversation, Danni and Nicola explore the journey of sobriety, the impact of COVID-19 on drinking habits, and the importance of compassion in recovery. Nicola shares her personal experiences with alcohol, the challenges she faced during the pandemic, and how she found control amidst chaos. They discuss the role of education and personal gr…

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Episode 1: Hello! Plus My 5 Top Tips for Starting Out in Sobriety 11:10

1M ago11:10

11:10

In the very first episode of The Sober Connection podcast, host Abi King shares parts of her own personal journey of overcoming alcohol addiction and offers valuable tips for those in the early stages of their sobriety journey. Abi discusses her struggles, the impact of her drinking on her family, and the positive impact on her life since becoming …

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295. Why alcohol makes stress so much worse 21:46

2M ago21:46

21:46

In this solo episode, Danni explores the critical relationship between stress and alcohol use, particularly in the context of recovery and relapse. She delves into the neuroscience behind stress responses, the impact of alcohol on emotional regulation, and the importance of building resilience through mindfulness and self-care practices. Danni emph…

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Caroline Sherlock Used her very specific set of skills to get herself to Alcohol Freedom! Ep. 17 30:39

2M ago30:39

30:39

This week we talk to Caroline Sherlock a Nutritional Therapist, a Functional Medicine Practitioner, and a lecturer on genetics and nutrigenomics So Caroline ( as Liam Neeson once said) has very particular set of skills acquired over a long career and it was actually this that made her own drinking feel progressively out of allignment with who she w…

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294. If at first you don't succeed, try try again.. with HIQA Grad Ricci 51:48

2M ago51:48

51:48

In this episode, Danni catches up with the HIQA, Ricci who shares her transformative journey from a life of heavy drinking to sobriety. Ricci discusses her past struggles with alcohol, the impact on her relationships, and the shame that accompanied her drinking habits. She reflects on her experiences in the HIQA challenges and retreats, emphasising…

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Cari Wolters - Curiosity killed the cat…astrophic anxiety…and released her to be a high achiever! Episode 16 28:16

2M ago28:16

28:16

This week we talk to Cari Wolters from Michigan. Cari now is a seasoned coach helping high achieving women but she takes us back to 2020 when she was deep in the struggle of drinking every night and hangovers anxiety every day. With her relationships strained and self doubt about the kind of mother she was to her young kids, she used curiosity to f…

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293. The consistency, grief and acceptance required for change with Ash Butterss 52:52

2M ago52:52

52:52

In this episode, I catch up with transformation queen, Ash Butterss we dive into the emotional journey of sobriety—the grief of saying goodbye to your old life, the shifts in friendships, and the discomfort of not being invited to social events. We explore how to move through these sticky, uncomfortable emotions without avoidance, allowing them to …

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292 . Sober at 70 - Why it's never too late to change with Suzie from Torquay 36:43

3M ago36:43

36:43

In this conversation, Danni catch's up with Torquay local Suzie, who was the owner of the very well know Bird Rock Cafe in Jan Juc on the Surfcoast in Victoria. We talk about Suzie's journey to sobriety, exploring her experiences with addiction, the euphoria she initially felt, and the struggles she faced as her drinking escalated. Her drinking got…

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Toni Will, Fresh from her Ted Talk! Talks Rebellion, Arrest, Power and Freedom! - Episode 15 31:23

3M ago31:23

31:23

This week we speak to the amazing Tony Will, who joined us in the same week that her TED Talk went live! Tony is a trailblazer and a disruptor who has broken many glass ceilings for herself and for women in general. Speaking of general, she is the general manager and governor, uh, of the Kalamazoo Wings, a men's professional ice hockey team in Mich…

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291. How moment to moment nervous system regulation will stop cravings and change your life. 22:16

3M ago22:16

22:16

In this solo cast, Danni discusses the importance of regular check ins to managing the nervous system to prevent stress overload and alcohol cravings. She emphasises the need for moment-to-moment check-ins to recognise signs of dysregulation and offers practical techniques for self-regulation. Danni shares personal experiences and insights on how u…

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Jeannette Levitt & the 3 D's - Drinking, Divorce & Dating - Episode 14 27:37

3M ago27:37

27:37

In this episode we meet Jeannette Levitt whose drinking became a problem in the aftermath of a painful divorce. On reentering the dating world she thought that drinking alcohol was the only way to appear confident, and sexy but when she found alcohol freedom herself, she realised she’d been wrong and as she puts it - there is actually nothing confi…

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290. From prison to functional healing with Samantha Lander 1:16:59

3M ago1:16:59

1:16:59

In this conversation, I chat with functional nutritionist Samantha Lander, Sam shares her journey through addiction, recovery, and the challenges of maintaining sobriety. She discusses her experiences in rehab, the role of control and fear in her addiction, and the impact of relationships on her recovery. Samantha reflects on her struggles with par…

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289. The realities of life without alcohol in the early days with Chris Gimpel 38:23

4M ago38:23

38:23

In this episode, Danni sits down with Chris Gimple from Clean Slate Clinic to talk about some of the things that shocked him in early sobriety. One of the biggest surprises was getting comfortable with boredom. Without alcohol, life can feel a little dull at times, especially when we’ve spent so long caught up in chaos. Chris opens up about how man…

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Kate Nichols' COVID lockdown, family intervention that changed everything. Episode 13 30:58

4M ago30:58

30:58

In this episode, we meet coach Kate Nichols, a Brit living in Canada, who before finding freedom from alcohol and becoming a coach herself, saw herself as a happy social drinker. But that was before a family intervention during COVID lockdown made us see that swigging wine from a, from secretly stashed bottles in the closet wasn't quite as innocent…

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288. The impact of avoidance 23:53

4M ago23:53

23:53

In this solocast, Danni explores the concept of experiential avoidance, particularly in relation to alcohol use as a coping mechanism. She discusses how avoidance of uncomfortable feelings can lead to a cycle of dependency on alcohol, emphasising the importance of awareness, acceptance, and developing healthier coping strategies. Danni highlights t…

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287. From Total Piss Wreck to Proud Father with HIQA grad Tim Abblitt 47:48

4M ago47:48

47:48

In this episode, Danni interviews Tim, a graduate of the How I Quit Alcohol program, who shares his transformative journey of sobriety over the past two years. Tim reflects on his early experiences with alcohol, the influence of family, and the pivotal moments that led him to quit drinking. He discusses the challenges of maintaining sobriety, the i…

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Michelle Nesbitt shakes off the shame and finds crazy fun in her freedom from alcohol - Episode 12 24:55

4M ago24:55

24:55

In this episode, we talk to our friend Michelle, whose entire social life revolved around alcohol, which I think most of us can relate to. So, when she decided to make a change, she didn't know how to tell her friends, or even her close family. She was wracked with shame, and petrified of what people might think. Severe judgment of ourselves and un…

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286. Is your New Years Reso starting to slip and how to change that solo cast with Danni 14:24

4M ago14:24

14:24

In this episode I dive into why New Years Resolutions rarely work when they are born out of a place of self hatred and how to turn it around. For more resources such as coaching or to join the next HIQA challenge go to www.iquitalcohol.com.au Follow HIQA insta @howiquitalcohol Music for Podcast intro and outro written by Danni Carr performed by Mr …

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285. Navigating Celiac Disease, addiction and a new life with Ben Hampton 51:25

4M ago51:25

51:25

In this conversation, Ben Hampton shares his journey of overcoming alcohol addiction and the impact of his celiac disease diagnosis. He reflects on his early relationship with alcohol, the culture of drinking in the music and hospitality industries, and the realisations that led him to quit drinking. Ben discusses the emotional growth he has experi…

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284. Surviving breast cancer, a plane crash and early sobriety with Jen Nelmes 35:31

5M ago35:31

35:31

In this episode Danni speaks with Jen Nelmes, a HIQA grad, about her transformative journey to sobriety. Jen shares her experiences with alcohol, including her drinking habits, the impact on her life, and the challenges she faced. She recounts a life-altering plane crash that made her reevaluate her priorities and the importance of mindfulness. Jen…

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Author Amanda Foster speaks to the benefits of grieving alcohol free - Episode 11 24:21

5M ago24:21

24:21

In this episode, we talk to Amanda Foster from Zero Fierce, a digital marketing expert who's also a fellow This Naked Mind alcohol freedom coach, like Justine and myself. As you'll hear, Amanda is also an expert in grief and has written a fantastic book called Spirits and Sorrow that brilliantly and autobiographically takes our culture's understand…

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283. The freedom from meeting your fears head on with musician Hein Cooper 40:25

5M ago40:25

40:25

In this episode.I catch up with musician Hein Cooper. Hein shares his journey of sobriety, reflecting on his early experiences with alcohol, the role it played in his life as a musician, and the deep-seated fears that drove him to drink. He discusses a pivotal health crisis that prompted self-reflection and led him to explore new perspectives throu…

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Judi Daigle finds alcohol freedom through Jesus! Episode 10 28:12

5M ago28:12

28:12

In this episode, we meet Judi who in her youth used weed, cocaine, amphetamines, uppers, downers, you name it. She took them all. But age 23 when the fun stopped, she quit them all without much effort. All that is except alcohol. She describes alcohol as her demon. Her story will knock your socks off. And if you're thinking demons require exorcism,…

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282. A guide to sticking to your New Years Reso and lasting change solo minisode 16:03

5M ago16:03

16:03

In this solo minisode, Danni reflects on her journey of being alcohol-free for seven years and shares insights on setting intentions for the new year. She emphasises the importance of creating specific, non-negotiable resolutions, the power of accountability, and the role of visualisation and journaling in personal growth. Danni also discusses the …

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281. Journal prompts for year in reflection solo mini ep 13:27

5M ago13:27

13:27

In this episode, Danni reflects on the past year, emphasising the importance of journaling for personal growth and closure. She shares journal prompts to help listeners assess their experiences, identify impactful moments, and consider what they want to let go of as they move into the new year. Danni encourages listeners to think about what has ser…

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280. Make new traditions on Christmas Eve 10:03

5M ago10:03

10:03

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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279. Be the shining light with Mark Purser 12:29

5M ago12:29

12:29

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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278. 5 ways to stay on track on Christmas Day with Ash Butterss 16:54

5M ago16:54

16:54

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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277. How do I want to feel on Christmas day with Sarah Rustbach 15:22

5M ago15:22

15:22

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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Ayshea's unexpected Dry January success! Episode 8 30:56

5M ago30:56

30:56

In this episode, we catch up with Ayshea, an alumni of our first Alcohol Freedom Finders 30 day program. Aisha is a fantastic advert for our program's potential, because like so many people before she gave it a go She had never even considered a life without alcohol. Drinking had been part of her life for years and felt central to her friendships a…

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Margie Coltharp shows us it's never too late to change! Episode 9 31:58

5M ago31:58

31:58

In this episode, Margie tells us about the emotional moment she went from feeling alone and too old to change to finding a coach who gave her the belief that she actually could change. She felt firsthand the power of having a coach to guide you who's been in your shoes, faced what you're facing and found their own way to freedom. She now helps othe…

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276. Reminding yourself what is you don't want with Sarah H 13:17

6M ago13:17

13:17

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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275 - Being on your own side to avoid self sabotage with Danni 15:33

6M ago15:33

15:33

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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274. Bolstering your Self Esteem for success with Isabella Ferguson 16:21

6M ago16:21

16:21

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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273 - Prepare yourself to deal with family dynamics and triggers with Dr Luke Sniewski 9:49

6M ago9:49

9:49

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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272. - The importance of asking for help when you're not ok with Nancy Evans 9:05

6M ago9:05

9:05

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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271. Dealing with feeling like an outcast with Emma Gilmour 14:02

6M ago14:02

14:02

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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270. How to be with people we used to drink with with Deb Masner 13:23

6M ago13:23

13:23

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be a melting pot of triggers, emotions, stress, leading to very dysregulated nervous systems.. which can lead to poor choices or even some self sabotage. Me and a host of other beautiful previous guests, experts and people who have made it through these times have got your back. For the 25 …

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