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October 21, 2025 31 mins

EP 29. Are you thinking of ditching your nightly glass of wine and looking for new ways to unwind? In this episode, I am joined by Emily Bennett, founder of the functional beverage brand Santé Blends, and we discuss how it's possible to still achieve calm and foster meaningful connection without the nasty hangover. We discuss Emily’s science-backed supplement and alcohol alternative, the rising “sober curious” trend, and the most effective ingredients for achieving calm and relaxation. Plus, Emily shares her journey from a career in luxury to building a wellness brand, her tips for achieving balance while juggling entrepreneurship, and how unwinding can feel like an upgrade, not a sacrifice. 

You'll Learn:

  • How certain ingredients can help provide the same effects as alcohol without the hangover 
  • The four key science-backed ingredients in Santé Blends and what they do
  • The "reverse tolerance" effect of one star ingredient that makes it more effective over time
  • The rise of the “sober curious” movement and what it means for wellness and connection
  • How to swap your nightly drink for a healthier ritual that still feels indulgent and rewarding
  • Advice for early-stage founders feeling stuck or overwhelmed
  • Simple ways to manage stress and find balance as a mom and entrepreneur

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Guest Bio

Emily Bennett is the founder of Santé Blends, a functional wellness brand offering powder supplements designed to calm the mind and support social connection, without the negative effects of alcohol. After a thriving career in luxury—and earlier in investment banking—Emily stepped away to launch Santé Blends to meet a rising need: a better way to relax. Her blends are packed with science-backed adaptogens and nootropics, designed to support stress relief and connection for the modern, mindful consumer.


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