Podcast Episodes

Overthinking Overload: What Neuroscience Says About Breaking the Cycle - Victoria English

Discover how the brain's Default Mode Network fuels overthinking and keeps you stuck in repetitive thought loops. Explore the neuroscience of ruminat…

1 year, 4 months ago

Breathe Better, Live Freely: Tools for Alcohol-Free Living with Coach Matt Gardiner

Join Teri Patterson as she introduces Matt Gardiner, the newest coach on the Alcohol Free Lifestyle team! Matt brings a unique blend of expertise as …

1 year, 4 months ago

Emotional pain and physical pain - Why we use alcohol to reduce pain

In this episode, Coach David explores why lasting change feels so hard, even with endless resources and reveals how the connection between physical a…

1 year, 4 months ago

Book Release Date Revealed - Get Your Hands On It First

James Swanwick discusses the 2025 launch date of his upcoming book, Clear: 
The Only Neuroscience-Based Method for High Achievers to Finally Break Fr…

1 year, 4 months ago

No Drinks, No Drama: Nail Your Response to 'Why Aren't You Drinking?'

In today's episode, we tackle one of the most common yet awkward social scenarios: answering the question, "Why aren't you drinking?" Whether you're …

1 year, 4 months ago

The Illusion of Control: When Leaders Turn to Alcohol - Victoria English

Leaders are seen as problem-solvers, but who solves their struggles? This episode reveals why high-achievers turn to alcohol to cope, the neuroscienc…

1 year, 4 months ago

Leading in the Spotlight, Crumbling in the Shadows - Victoria English

Behind the accolades and success, a high-powered CEO battles a secret struggle with alcohol. This episode dives into the darkness of his double life,…

1 year, 4 months ago

Why Your Brain Is Waiting for You to Commit: The Psychology of Change - Victoria English

Your brain is wired for success—your life is proof of that. So why doesn't that happen with problem drinking? Why is success so elusive?

Explore the …

1 year, 4 months ago

The Journey Continues: The Neuroscience of Healing from Codependency and Addiction - Victoria English

In this episode, we take the next step on the journey to self-reclamation by exploring the neuroscience behind breaking free from codependency and al…

1 year, 4 months ago

The Journey to Self: Breaking Free from People-Pleasing - Victoria English

Explore how constantly prioritizing others can leave us drained, disconnected, and reliant on alcohol to cope. Inspired by Mary Oliver's poem The Jou…

1 year, 4 months ago