Best Sober October Podcasts (2025)

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#103. No One Tells You This About Drinking Less in Midlife 45:39

1d ago45:39

45:39

Let’s dive into some little-discussed truths about changing your relationship with alcohol that nobody talks about. From disrupted sleep and mood swings in those first crucial weeks, to navigating shifting friendships and social dynamics, I'm not sugarcoating anything. I explore how your taste buds will literally change, why you'll discover more ab…

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#102. "No One Wanted to Work with Me" - Athletic Brewing's Bill Shufelt 50:03

9d ago50:03

50:03

Bill Shufelt, co-founder of Athletic Brewing, joins me to share the remarkable journey behind America's leading non-alcoholic beer brand. From his personal decision to stop drinking 13 years ago to building a business that's now outselling major breweries, Bill's story is one of identifying a genuine market gap and relentlessly pursuing quality. We…

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Welcome to the New Show! 2:02

15d ago2:02

2:02

Welcome to the Mindful Drinking & Moderation in Midlife Podcast. I'm so glad you're here. We're about to go on a life-changing journey together. The destination: A life less intoxicated! === 📰 SUBSCRIBE TO LOW NO DRINKER MAGAZINE ONLINE OR IN PRINT ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD === 💰 Get 10% off drinks at Wise Bartender* with code LOWNODRINKERMAGAZINE === …

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#101. 10 Things You Need to Know Before Starting Your Dry Month Challenge 33:29

16d ago33:29

33:29

In this episode, I’m sharing 10 practical strategies for not just surviving but thriving during any alcohol-free challenge, whether it's Dry January, Sober October, or your own personal experiment. Drawing from years of trial and error plus insights from the Low No Drinker community, I cover everything from prioritising sleep and movement to explor…

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#100 Episodes, 15 Questions, 1 major update 56:04

23d ago56:04

56:04

I’m flipping the script! To celebrate hitting an astonishing 100 episodes, today, I am testing my skills and interviewing myself. Plus, I share some exciting news about the evolution of the Low No Drinker Podcast! 0:00 Celebrating 100 Episodes 2:49 Motivation 6:30 Toughest episodes 12:39 Best episodes 16:56 Explaining my job to my kids 19:10 Defend…

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Service Is Its Own Reward Workshop 06-21-25 1:25:01

23d ago1:25:01

1:25:01

Tune in to hear three OA fellows share their experience, strength and hope on the joys of service in OA.

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#99. Between Teetotal and Tipsy: The Lost Art of Small Beer 45:34

30d ago45:34

45:34

James Grundy, co-founder of Small Beer, joins me to share the fascinating story behind reviving a brewing tradition that vanished over a century ago. After several years building a gin brand, James & partner, former Fuller's brewer Felix James, set out to revive "small beer", historically consumed for nutrition and hydration, with an upper limit of…

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#98. Lyre’s: The Honest Truth 59:38

1M ago59:38

59:38

This week, I'm joined by Anita Osborne, the Sales and Marketing Manager for Lyre's Spirit Co. in the EU and UK. Anita takes us behind the scenes of one of the most successful global alcohol-free brands, sharing the highs and lows of building a business that spans over 60 territories. From launching with an ambitious 12 spirits (including an alcohol…

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#97. Adults Only? Are Alcohol-Free Drinks Safe for Kids? 14:53

1M ago14:53

14:53

Today I’m diving into a question that comes up a lot — is it safe, and is it a good idea, to give alcohol-free drinks to kids? I’m talking specifically about drinks under 0.5% ABV (so not low, light or mid-strength alcohol). I cover the safety aspect first, but more importantly, I explore the bigger question: should we be giving them to kids at all…

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#96. Get That "One or Two Pint" Feeling with Impossibrew’s Social Blend 48:35

1M ago48:35

48:35

Mark Wong joins me to share the journey behind Impossibrew, the functional beer brand that went from Dragon's Den rejection to securing six and then seven-figure crowdfunding. I nosy my way into their proprietary "social blend" of plant-based ingredients designed to replicate that one-or-two-pint feeling without the alcohol, how they've iterated th…

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#95. Alcohol-Free Wine vs AF Beer: It's Not a Fair Fight 19:11

2M ago19:11

19:11

This week, I'm diving into the thorny topic of alcohol-free wine and why we need to stop whining about it. Whilst I'm not claiming it's perfect yet, the constant negativity isn't helping anyone. I explore why alcohol-free wine faces unique challenges compared to the meteoric rise of AF beer, from centuries of tradition to higher production costs, a…

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#94. Lifted: The UK's First High Protein, Alcohol-Free Lager 43:20

2M ago43:20

43:20

This week I'm chatting with Tony Robinson, co-founder of Lifted - the UK's first 0.0% high protein craft lager made for athletes. Tony and his wife, Rebecca, launched their unique offering to solve a problem they were both experiencing - wanting additional protein in their diets whilst enjoying alcohol-free options after workouts. With over 250,000…

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#93. Stop Asking If I Still Drink Alcohol! 19:53

2M ago19:53

19:53

I get asked constantly whether I still drink alcohol, as my answer will somehow validate my right to speak on the subject. Well, I'm getting fed up of answering that question, and here's why - it's completely missing the point! In this one-on-one episode, I’m jumping with two feet into why I've built this platform for the messy middle ground, why s…

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#92. “Turning my mess into my message” - Laura Silverman, Zero Proof Nation 51:55

2M ago51:55

51:55

Laura Silverman is the founder of Zero Proof Nation, a global platform connecting low and no-drinks & drinkers worldwide. Nearly 18 years sober, Laura’s LinkedIn profile describes her as "the nexus of NA" – a title she's earned through her tireless work building community and resources for the alcohol-free movement, including the most comprehensive…

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#91. Be the Voice of Low No Nation 7:48

2M ago7:48

7:48

In this special announcement episode, I'm reaching out to you, my wonderful Low No Nation, as we approach a major milestone - episode 100 of the podcast! After nearly two years of bringing you conversations about the world of low, no and light drinks, I'm inviting you to be part of this celebration. Whether you've been listening since day one or ju…

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#90. How Lucky Saint Is Brewing Beer You Can Believe In (Even at Lunchtime) 47:07

2M ago47:07

47:07

This week, I’m joined by Lou Pollitt from Lucky Saint, the UK’s best-known alcohol-free beer. We talk about how the brand’s evolved since launching back in 2018, why they stuck so firmly to perfecting just one lager for so long, and how brewing to the German Rheinheitsgebot purity law plays into that commitment to quality. Lou also shares some insi…

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#89. How I Got It All Wrong at a 5-Year-Old's Birthday Party 12:10

2M ago12:10

12:10

Today, I’m exploring how years of conditioning led me to make unfair assumptions about my hosts, who were actually on their own mindful drinking journey, at a recent kids’ birthday party. This experience prompted me to question the wider assumptions we all make - about venues, other people's perceptions, and even ourselves and the habitual thoughts…

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#88. Sober Sound System Ibiza: Changing Raving on the No.1 Party Island 52:46

2M ago52:46

52:46

He’s the Sober Sommelier who went from a disastrous weekend on to co-create Sober Sound System Ibiza, bringing his personal drink & drug story full circle after seven years. Join me and Alex Norwood Hill on his amazing journey of self-discovery on the party island. Can you go sober in Ibiza? Hell yes, you can! 0:00 The early days of drink & drugs 9…

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#87. The Uncomfortable Truth: 4 Reasons Some Alcohol-Free Drinks Fall Flat 18:55

3M ago18:55

18:55

It’s time for some uncomfortable truths about alcohol-free drinks. This episode might make me a little unpopular in the industry, but that’s ok because it needs to be said: Not all alcohol-free drinks are good! After being asked this very question during my BBC Radio Xtra debut (yay!), I was inspired to share this episode and explore with you why s…

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#86. 50/50: The Cocktail Box Company Bridging Alcohol-Free & Alcohol-Full 56:26

3M ago56:26

56:26

This week, I'm chatting with Jonny Hughes, one-half of the husband-wife duo behind Penthouse Cocktails – a unique at-home cocktail box service offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions of the same drinks. Johnny, who also writes for Low No Drinker Magazine, brings his refreshingly honest and sometimes blunt (be warned!) perspective on ever…

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Sponsorship Workshop - 2025 43:39

3M ago43:39

43:39

Three abstinent members of OA share their experience, strength and hope regarding sponsoring. An inspiring episode about sponsorship and carrying the message.

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#85. Move Over Gen Z: How Midlife Moderators are Changing the Drinking Game 16:20

3M ago16:20

16:20

This week, I'm busting the myth that Gen Z are the only ones changing their relationship with alcohol. Inspired by a 70-year-old Irish gentleman named Eamon who told me he recently decided to quit drinking, I explore how my generation—Generation X—along with older Millennials and even Boomers, are quietly revolutionising our drinking habits. With 7…

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#84. 5 Hours of Sober Clubbing Bliss with The House of Happiness 1:09:52

3M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

This week I'm thrilled to be joined by Neil Hudson-Basing, the “chaotic, queer and kind” co-founder of House of Happiness - London's sober clubbing extravaganza. Neil takes us behind the scenes of creating London's first queer-led sober rave, from its humble beginnings to becoming a glitter-filled, music-pumping daytime party at one of London's top…

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#83. You Can Drink Your Own Way 🎤 9:46

3M ago9:46

9:46

In this candid solo episode, I tackle the gatekeeping creeping into the low/no space, particularly around big alcohol brands releasing alcohol-free options. After receiving pushback for sharing Heineken's expansion news, I'm setting the record straight: there's no "right way" to be a mindful drinker. Whether you prefer mainstream alcohol-free beers…

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#82. “I Thought Alcohol-Free Beer Was Disgusting” How Jump Ship’s Founder Changed Her Own Mind 1:02:19

3M ago1:02:19

1:02:19

Sonja Mitchell is the founder of Jump Ship, the award-winning Scottish alcohol-free brewery making waves in the low/no space. From knowing absolutely nothing about brewing to winning 'Scottish Small Brewery of the Year', Sonja shares her remarkable journey—including launch delays, a pandemic pivot, and even a David and Goliath-esque legal battle. 0…

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#81. Powerful Mindset Shifts That Will Transform Your Experience with Low/No Drinks – Pt2 25:01

3M ago25:01

25:01

Subscribe to Low No Drinker Magazine free trial Come with me on part 2 of our mindset shifts discovery. You can find part 1 at ep#79 This week, we cover: 1:46 Shift 10 - They're not worth the price 3:52 Shift 11 - Changing my social identity 5:24 Shift 12 - This is just a trend 7:30 Shift 13 - Tried one, tried them all 10:23 Shift 14 - Limiting soc…

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Exploring the Sober Journey with Maggie Klaassens - The Sober Summit 46:17

3M ago46:17

46:17

Welcome to the Love Sober podcast, a supportive space for the sober and sober curious. In this episode, Kate Baily interviews Maggie Klaassens, a certified alcohol-free coach and founder of The Sober Summit and Sober Circle community. Maggie shares her inspiring journey to sobriety, navigating Mommy Wine Culture and Covid and her motivation to crea…

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#80. 12 Years in the Making: From Seedlip to Seasn to Sylva to Shandy with Ben Branson 1:05:51

3M ago1:05:51

1:05:51

This week, I’m bringing you none other than Mr Ben Branson! The man who turned the drinks world upside down with Seedlip joins me to share the story behind his newest venture, Sylva, with a quick stop off at his innovative bitters range, Seasn. Sylva is a revolutionary approach to non-alc dark spirits that extracts flavours from trees using sonic m…

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#79. Powerful Mindset Shifts That Will Transform Your Experience with Low/No Drinks – Pt1 22:42

3M ago22:42

22:42

In this solo episode, I explore some of the essential mindset shifts that can transform your relationship with low, no and light drinks. These perspective changes are game-changers on your journey to mindful drinking, helping you appreciate alcohol alternatives for what they truly offer rather than what they're replacing. Whether you're aiming for …

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#78. How Your Tastes Change When You Start Drinking Low/No 21:21

4M ago21:21

21:21

A few months ago, I tasted a sip of an Old Fashioned (my former favourite cocktail) and nearly fell off my chair because it tasted SO strong. But here's the thing - the drink hadn't changed, my taste buds had! In this episode, I get into the science behind why this happens (don't worry, no lab coat required) and how it actually numbs our taste buds…

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#77. Ethical Consumerism Meets Mindful Drinking with Sea Change Wines 49:53

4M ago49:53

49:53

I chatted with Simon Rolfe, Director at Sea Change Wines - a brand combining award-winning wines with ocean conservation. Sea Change began in 2018 when Simon's team wanted to create a product that would create a legacy their children could be proud of. Inspired by David Attenborough’s Blue Planet series, they proceeded to build a brand, removing un…

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#76. Beyond Bananas! 12 Everyday Foods That Contain Alcohol 16:17

4M ago16:17

16:17

In this episode, I’m tackling the common concern around 0.5% ABV drinks by taking a look at the surprising array of everyday foods in your kitchen that contain similar or higher levels of alcohol. If you've been hesitant to try 0.5% drinks on your mindful drinking journey, this episode will help put things into perspective and potentially open up a…

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#75. Beyond Wine: Creating Category-Less Drinks with Muri 46:04

4M ago46:04

46:04

This week I'm joined by Murray Patterson, founder of Muri - a unique range of fermented non-alcoholic drinks designed for wine occasions. Murray shares his fascinating journey from a soul-crushing corporate job at JP Morgan to discovering his passion for fermentation in the cider industry before relocating to Copenhagen - a global hub for fermentat…

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#74. 50% of Drinkers Prefer Going for Two: How ‘Coasting’ Is Changing the Way We Moderate 31:31

4M ago31:31

31:31

The mid-strength Collective. How these 12 brands are coming together to help spread the word of this exciting new category with great potential but little exposure. ON THE SHOW 0:00 Intro 2:28 Why is mid-strength important? 3:18 Why we are choosing to moderate 4:55 Across the ages 6:20 How we're moderating 7:09 Coasting 8:06 Going for two is the ne…

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#73. America's 1st Non-Alc Bottle Shop, Celebrity Brands & THC Drinks 55:01

4M ago55:01

55:01

Victoria Watters is the co-founder of Dry Atlas, a media platform dedicated to alcohol alternatives. She is also one-half of the driving force behind Spirited Away – America's first non-alcoholic bottle shop. Victoria and her husband, Douglas, launched their bottle shop in November 2020 and have never looked back! This week, we’re chatting about Vi…

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#72. The Problem with Naming Alcohol-Free Spirits 16:11

4M ago16:11

16:11

In this episode, I explore why alcohol-free bottles are labelled as ‘botanical spirit’ or ‘dark spiced’ instead of gin or rum. These naming conventions aren't just creative marketing—they're legal requirements which force alcohol-free producers to use alternative terminology that hints at what their products are meant to replace. But does it cause …

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#71. Award-Winning Sober Bartender's Guide to Non-Alc Spirits & Cocktails 1:09:28

4M ago1:09:28

1:09:28

Chris Cardone is a beverage consultant, chief mixologist and career bartender who, despite being sober for nearly 10 years, has continued to work in the hospitality drinks industry and help make the bar scene more inclusive for those seeking alternative ways to drink. He is the winner of Bartender of the Year, a four-time national flair bartending …

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#70. Mocktail: The Dirty Word of Alcohol-Free Drinking 14:02

5M ago14:02

14:02

Why is the word 'Mocktail' so contentious in the low/no space? IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE, WE COVER: 0:59 [A very] Brief history of mocktails 2:55 A mockery 3:40 Second-class drinkers 4:46 Not for the kids menu 7:40 What else can we call them? 8:24 Other terrible terms 9:21 AF mixologists to watch 10:49 But... some people still like it 12:04 A good pro…

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#69. The Fungi Consultant: Do Functional Mushrooms Work in Low/No Drinks? 55:50

5M ago55:50

55:50

Oli Genn-Bash is one of the most interesting guests I’ve had the privilege to interview. He’s a fungi fanatic and a mycology maestro; aka he loves mushrooms! In this deep dive episode into the true role of functional mushrooms in our drinks, Oli doesn’t hold back. He tells us what these fascinating fungi actually do in our bodies, how to identify q…

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#68. The No.1 Mistake Made by New Low/No Drinkers 16:46

5M ago16:46

16:46

“Alcohol changes everything about how a drink feels and tastes and behaves.” “There's a lot that goes on with alcohol inside a drink that is about far more than just getting you sozzled, and when you take that away, it's going to give you a different product.” This week we cover: 0:00 Welcome to ep#68 0:26 But first, a big thank you! 2:13 The no.1 …

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#67. MUUSH: The Functional Mushroom Elixir Served Hot, Cold & in Mocktails 55:56

5M ago55:56

55:56

Matt Martin is the co-founder of MUUSH functional mushroom elixirs. A unique range of alcohol-free drinks that can be mixed and served hot, cold or added into mocktails – covering your functional needs though morning, noon and night. But they’re not stopping there. Matt & Dan have also added an extension of kid-friendly drinks with their Mini Muush…

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#66. Active vs Passive Moderation Techniques 28:22

5M ago28:22

28:22

“It's a change in who you are. It's a change in the way you think. It's a change in the way that you act, and, most importantly, it's a change in your belief system.” This week we're covering: 0:21 Active vs passive moderation 0:46 Warning: Not suitable for people with AUD 2:19 3 Es Framework 3:52 What is active moderation? 4:41 Setting the rules o…

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#65. No Compromise with ZENO Alcohol-Liberated Wines 55:39

5M ago55:39

55:39

Just past their two-year birthday, ZENO alcohol-liberated wines are a range of five (for now) hand-crafted wines, made “for wine enthusiasts when they choose to abstain”. In this week’s conversation, I talk to co-founder David Hodgson about his transition from 25 years in traditional wine to launching an alcohol-free wine brand amidst the uncertain…

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#64. What Do Functional Beverages Do? 14:14

5M ago14:14

14:14

============================================= READ LOW NO DRINKER MAGAZINE ONLINE OR IN PRINT ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD ============================================= In this week's FAQ, we cover: 0:00 What are functional drinks? 1:17 Adaptogens 2:31 Nootropics 4:02 Other functionals 4:55 Natural vs synthetic ingredients 6:51 Reality check 8:18 Individu…

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#63. What Are Zebra Striping and Bookending (& Do They Work)? 12:43

5M ago12:43

12:43

In this week's FAQ, we cover: 0:21 Where do the terms come from? 1:05 What is zebra striping? 2:17 What is bookending? 2:59 Is there any data? 3:52 Who zebra striping is good for 4:33 Who zebra striping is bad for 6:59 Honest personal reflection 7:53 Zebra striping as active moderation 9:05 When bookending works well 9:41 When bookending won't work…

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#62. What Exactly is a Unit & How Many Are in My Favourite Drinks? 10:02

5M ago10:02

10:02

In this week's FAQ, we cover: 0:20 What is a unit? 1:11 Processing a unit of alcohol in the body 1:53 Calculating units in a drink 3:44 Units in your favourite drinks 5:49 UK unit guidelines 6:06 What this means for low/no/light 8:32 Access the free unit guide ============================================= Best episode to listen to next: #56 FAQ: Wh…

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#61. Alcohol-Free Spirit-Forward Events with Third Place Bar 49:11

6M ago49:11

49:11

Sam Bail is the founder and tastemaker of the Stateside non-alcoholic pop-up sensation Third Place Bar. And for the last two years, Sam has had her finger firmly on the pulse of the low/no drinks scene. Born in Germany, studied in Manchester (the one in England, that is), and currently based in New York, Sam is busy putting on events, teaching cock…

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#60. What Are Alcohol-Free RTDs? (& Where Can I Find Them?) 9:03

6M ago9:03

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============================================= FREE COURSE: OVERCOMING THE HURDLES ============================================= In this FAQ episode, we cover: 0:21 What are RTDs? 2:19 Modern convenience 4:14 RTD brand recommendations 5:54 Always check the label 6:50 Where to find them ============================================= Best episode to li…

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#59. Plant-Powered AF Brewing: On Beer 59:58

6M ago59:58

59:58

FREE COURSE: OVERCOMING THE FIRST HURDLES - START YOUR MINDFUL DRINKING JOURNEY IN JUST 3 DAYS ====== SHOW QUOTES “People look at plants and look at their garden and think, ah, just plants, but they're some of the most powerful things on the planet.” “So I get a fizzing on my chest, like that nice fizzing, and you feel nice and like buzzing.” =====…

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