The Samantha Parker Show

The Samantha Parker Show

Welcome to The Samantha Parker Show, where sober meets CEO energy. I’m Samantha, Creative Media Director, content strategist, and a woman who said no more to playing small. This show is your permission slip to ditch the rules, show up loud, and build a life that feels damn good without alcohol, burnout, or the B.S. I didn’t build my business after getting sober I built it while struggling quietly behind the scenes. But when I put down the drink, I picked up something way more powerful: clarity, confidence, and a whole new way to lead. Now, this podcast is where I spill it all The lifestyle, the business growth, the mindset shifts plus the truth about what it really takes to stay sober, scale a business, and show up unapologetically. If you're a big dreamer who wants more out of life (and maybe less wine with it)… you're in the right place. So grab your latte, your to-do list, or your running shoes. Let’s get into it.

Episodes

September 6, 2025 44 mins

Transforming Alcohol Recovery with the Sinclair Method: A Conversation with Katie Lain

In this episode of the Samantha Parker Show, Samantha sits down with Katie Lain, founder of Thrive Alcohol Recovery, to discuss her decade-long struggle with alcohol and how discovering the neuroscience-based Sinclair Method transformed her life. Katie shares her journey from binge drinking to becoming an advocate for medication-assisted treatment...

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In this solo episode, we dive into the often-overlooked topic of boredom, especially as it relates to sobriety and personal growth. I share personal stories, recent experiences, and insights on how embracing boredom can be a powerful tool for healing and self-discovery. We break down key topics such as, the challenge and opportunity of boredom in sobriety and everyday life. My recent Sunday experience and how I processed feelings o...

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Unlocking the Secrets of Somatic Healing with Angel Howard

In this episode of the Samantha Parker Show, Samantha sits down with Angel Howard, founder of Wild Heart Expressive, host of the Upshift podcast, and author of 'Issues in Your Tissues.' Angel delves into the core concepts of her book, explaining how our bodies store emotions and how somatic movement therapy can help release them. The conversation navigates through ...

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Embracing the Woo: A Journey of Unconventional Healing with Wendy Bunnell

In this episode of the Samantha Parker Show, Samantha interviews Wendy Bunnell, a transformational advocate, bestselling author and living an authentic life. Wendy discusses her YouTube show 'Taking the Weird out of Woo,' which aims to normalize non-traditional methods of healing.

They explore Wendy's journey from her Mormon upbringing to embraci...

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Empowering Transitions with Jessica Frew: From Personal Betrayal to Professional Triumph

In this podcast episode, Samantha Parker welcomes Jessica Frew, an author, speaker, and life coach known for empowering high-achieving women navigating big transitions such as betrayal, identity shifts, and decision making. Jessica shares her journey of unlearning conditioned decision-making patterns and helping women align with their true selve...

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Navigating Sobriety and Relationships with Jennie Pool

In this episode of The Samantha Parker Show, host Samantha Parker sits down with licensed clinical mental health therapist Jenny Pool for an in-depth discussion on sobriety and relationships. Jenny, who specializes in somatic therapy, shares her expertise on the importance of addressing both the mind and body to achieve holistic healing.

The conversation explores personal journey...

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Overcoming Addiction and Leading with Purpose: Justin Walker's Journey

In this episode of the Samantha Parker Show, Samantha sits down with Justin Walker, founder and CEO of ITECMD and host of the Multiverse Leadership and Technology Podcast. Justin shares his inspiring story of overcoming addiction, including a near-death experience, and transforming his life to help others. He discusses the importance of self-leadership, buil...

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In this episode of The Samantha Parker Show, host Samantha Parker sits down with Dr. Mala, a psychologist, coach, doula, martial arts innovator, artist, and mindset mentor with over 25 years of experience.

They discuss Dr. Mala's eclectic blend of cognitive therapy, psychology, martial arts, and her various specialties aimed at healing the masses. Dr. Mala shares her journey from wanting to be a medical doctor to discovering he...

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Embracing Transformation with Caramie Baker

In this episode of The Samantha Parker Show, Samantha Parker sits down with her long-time friend Caramie Baker, who has been on a transformational journey of self-discovery.

They discuss Caramie's work in helping individuals develop a healthy relationship with money, the significance of overcoming mental obstacles, and the importance of staying true to oneself.

The conversation also tou...

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From Stylist to Life Coach: The Journey of Jessica Burgio

In this episode of the Samantha Parker Show, Samantha interviews Jessica Burgio, a stylist turned life coach and host of the top-rated podcast 'Unscripted.' Jessica shares her 20-year journey of building six-figure businesses and helping entrepreneurs elevate their confidence and launch their own podcasts. They discuss the origins of Jessica's podcast, her tran...

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The Samantha Parker Show - Hotel Edition!!

In this episode of the Samantha Parker Show, Samantha hosts a special 'Bed Edition' from a hotel room in Los Angeles. Joined by her friend and colleague Jess, they discuss their experiences attending the Create & Cultivate business festival for women.

The conversation delves into their personal journey of sobriety, Jess's role as a content creator and social media manager,...

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Kim and Wade from Utah Travel Escapes are locals who turned their love of exploring Utah into a business. They’ve raised seven kids, traveled across the state for years, and now they help others do the same. They plan full custom Utah itineraries for free, working directly with guides, tour companies, and hotels they’ve personally vetted.

We talk about what it’s really like to visit Utah. They’ve hiked the Narrows wearing coats and ...

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Laura got sober in 2020 and started sharing on TikTok right away, but didn’t say anything at work for a long time. It wasn’t shameful. It was fear. Fear that if she didn’t stay sober, everyone would know. Fear that people would assume she had a problem, even though she did.

She talks about hiding it, compartmentalizing her drinking around conferences, and the moment someone walked up to her at a meeting and said, You’re part of my s...

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Today I’m sitting down with my Canadian sister and subconscious and energetics design strategist Brenda Johnston. We’re talking about burnout, boundaries, and why you’re probably not actually self-sabotaging.

You’re just building a life and business that doesn’t fit your energetic blueprint.

Brenda breaks down how she helps people clear subconscious patterns and design a business that actually feels good. We talk about why mindset wo...

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Jennifer Chase is a trauma-informed life coach, speaker, and advocate for families navigating addiction and generational trauma. She became addicted to opiates after brain surgery and chronic pain. Her addiction collided with motherhood the day her son admitted he had taken her pills. That was the moment she realized she had become his drug dealer.

She grew up in a family filled with addiction. She was sexually abused by her grandfa...

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Beth McDonough had a 30-year career in investigative journalism. She was on the front lines of 9/11, Prince’s death, and the George Floyd riots. Then her second DUI ended it all. She became the story. She watched her mugshot air on the evening news while sitting in a jail cell.

Beth shares the truth that most people would never say out loud. We talk about addiction, public shame, jail, sobriety, and the brutal reality of starting ov...

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Toni Will shares how she became the first female general manager for the Kalamazoo Wings, a men’s professional hockey team in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She never planned to be in hockey. She transitioned from banking to running the Chamber of Commerce and ultimately managed a professional sports team.

Toni wasn’t looking to be the first woman GM in hockey. She just loved Kalamazoo and believed that if she were passionate, the money would...

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I am joined by Tracy O’Malley, Enneagram expert, keynote speaker, badass entrepreneur, and someone with over 4,600 days of sobriety under her belt. She shares her journey to sobriety and how the Enneagram became a life-changing tool for personal and professional growth.

Tracy shares how the Enneagram works like a roadmap for understanding your operating system, the why behind what you do, and how it can shift your relationships, lea...

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She used to drive around the back of the building just so no one would see her as she walked into an AA meeting. For 18 years, she kept my sobriety a secret. Margy was working high-powered jobs, going to conferences, wining and dining clients, and always pretending. She didn’t drink, but I couldn’t say it out loud.

Margy Schaller joins me to spill the tea about what it’s really like to navigate work events, networking spaces, and pr...

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I’m one year sober, just turned 40, and I run a successful business. And I’m still starting over. Not because I lost everything, but because I changed. The life I had doesn’t fit the woman I’m becoming.

If you’ve ever thought, “Is this it?” this episode is for you.

  1. Relationships -Sobriety changes your relationships. Some people will cheer for you, and some will disappear. I had to learn to let go, reintroduce myself, and stop cha...
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