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Feeling Like Moderation Is Hard? You’re Not Alone
Episode 148
If you’ve ever wondered why moderating your drinking feels harder than you expected, you’re not alone — and you’re not doing it wrong. Mike explains the surprising mental load that comes with moderat…
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Emotional Sobriety, Cravings, and Nervous System Repair w/ Colleen Freeland
Episode 147
Most people try to change their drinking by focusing on the alcohol itself. But if you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck reacting the same way over and over, there’s a reason — and it’s not just in your…
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Reset Your Dopamine: 5 Simple Steps to Reduce Cravings
Episode 146
Why is it so hard to stop at one drink — or to stop reaching for your phone, your fridge, or another quick fix? In this episode, we’ll explore how your brain’s dopamine system drives cravings and wha…
Published on 1 month, 4 weeks ago
Not an Alcoholic. Not Sober. Truly Free. Here’s How w/ Colleen Freeland
Episode 145
Today we’re talking with Colleen Freeland. She’s a master life coach and addiction recovery specialist who helps high-achieving women cut their drinking by 80% without labeling themselves or committi…
Published on 2 months ago
What Your 4th of July Really Revealed About Your Drinking
Episode 144
Big weekends like the 4th aren’t just about fireworks — they reveal how your drinking habits really show up under pressure. In this episode, Mike breaks down why your brain acted the way it did, how …
Published on 2 months ago
Why Your Sleep Gets Worse Before It Gets Better
Episode 143
Everyone knows alcohol messes with sleep — but nobody really talks about what happens when you actually start drinking less. Because here’s the weird part: your sleep might actually get worse before …
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Why Overthinking Makes You Drink (and How to Break the Loop)
Episode 142
Quick question: how often do you catch yourself replaying the same mistake or worrying about something that hasn’t even happened yet? That mental loop isn’t harmless. It actually keeps your body on e…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
What We Wish We Knew Before Trying to Moderate w/ Merrilee Burke, LMFT
Episode 141
Today I’m joined by someone whose work I deeply respect and who’s become a trusted voice in the alcohol and mental health space—Merrilee Burke. Merrilee is a licensed therapist based in California. S…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
This One Question Will Change the Way You Drink
Episode 140
Tracking your drinks matters — it’s a core part of how Sunnyside helps you stay mindful. But if you’ve ever had a “dry day” and still felt off… this episode explains why. Mike shares a story from a l…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
What Happens When a World-Class Bartender Stops Drinking w/ Derek Brown
Episode 139
Derek Brown was named one of the best bartenders in America, author of Mindful Mixology, and now a leading voice in the mindful drinking movement. In this episode, we talk about what changed when he …
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago