Podcast Episodes

The Boredom Myth: How To Find Real Engagement In An Alcohol-Free Life With Coach Matt & Coach Jason

Are you worried about life being dull without alcohol? In this episode, coaches Matt and Jason tackle the "boredom myth" and explain its connection to the brain's reward system.

They discuss how ch…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Alcohol-Free for 3 Years: The Secret Superpower High Achievers Don't Talk About

Shannon McLin, a high-powered appellate lawyer from Florida, shares the emotional story of how one painful argument and an alarming oura ring reading became her turning point. 

In this deeply persona…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

The Illusion Of Joy: How To Find Real Happiness Without Alcohol With Coach Jason & Coach Matt

Are you using alcohol to enhance a good time or cope with stress? It's easy to fall into the trap of believing that drinking brings joy, but coaches Jason and Matt reveal how this is a dangerous illu…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Reframing Loneliness in an Alcohol-Free Lifestyle: A Guide to Reconnecting on Your Journey - Coach Matt and Coach Jason

What often begins as a social lubricant can lead to a cycle of isolation, a feeling that can intensify on an alcohol-free journey. Coaches Matt and Jason explore the neuroscience behind why lonelines…

Published on 3 months, 4 weeks ago

Why You Still Want to Drink (Even When You Don't Like It) With Coach Jason & Coach Matt

Have you ever found yourself in a specific situation, a concert, a holiday, or a family visit and experienced an intense, unexpected urge to drink? 

This episode dives into the neuroscience behind th…

Published on 4 months ago

From Awkward to Confident: How to Turn Down a Drink with Coach Teri & Coach Matt

Does the thought of turning down a drink fill you with anxiety? You're not alone. Coaches Teri and Matt break down the evolution of saying "no" to alcohol, from the awkward uncertainty of the early d…

Published on 4 months ago

Alcohol's Generational Divide: What We Can Learn From Gen Z with Coach Matt and Coach Terry

Why is Gen Z spending over $20 billion less on alcohol annually than previous generations? Coaches Matt and Terry explore this significant generational divide and what it means for the future of dri…

Published on 4 months ago

The Hangover Isn't Just Physical, It's Emotional - Victoria English

In this powerful episode, head coach Victoria English of the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle's Project 90 breaks down the neuroscience behind what's really happening in your brain and body after drinking. Fro…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Re-entry: Why The Day After Matters Most with Coach Teri

You successfully navigated a big event alcohol-free, so why does a powerful craving suddenly hit the next day? Coach Terry Patterson calls this "The Re-entry Phase", the crucial period, after a party…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Resetting Your Brain's Reward System After Alcohol with Coach Jason & Coach Matt

In this episode, Coaches Jason and Matt unpack one of the most misunderstood parts of the alcohol-free journey: your reward system. From dopamine crashes and sugar cravings to rediscovering real joy …

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago