The Undrunken Podcast

For a long time, society told us you only quit drinking if you had a problem. But what if you simply wanted to feel better? Or lose some weight? Or protect your health?

In this solo episode of The Undrunken™ Podcast, I share two conversations that inspired me this week: one friend who gave up alcohol for health and weight loss, and another who had to quit for medical reasons. Plus, her own “why”—choosing to stop drinking simply beca...

The word sober carries a lot of weight—and honestly, I’ve never loved it. It feels heavy, judged, and even confusing. (Does caffeine count? Sugar? Where do we draw the line?)

In this solo episode of The Undrunken™ Podcast, I’m unpacking what the word sober really means, why I don’t always connect with it, and how I found freedom in a different language: Undrunken™.

We’ll dig into:

• Why the word sober can feel limiting (and even off...

Dating without alcohol isn’t just possible—it’s trending. From deeper conversations to sober sex (yes, that’s a thing), here’s why dry dating in 2025 is shaking up romance. Spoiler: it might actually be better without the buzz.

In this solo episode of The Undrunken Podcast, I dive into the wild, funny, and surprisingly freeing world of dating without alcohol. From the perks (hello, real chemistry and saving money) to the challenges ...

In this episode of The Undrunken Podcast, I chat with Dorie Ross, business owner and community...well everything really. She is a force! You will know what I mean after you hear us talk about how she has never drank or done drugs, doesn't even like anesthesia through multiple surgeries, and why she never will.

We talk honestly about sobriety, staying true to yourself, and why not drinking doesn't have to be your identity...

I met the Jay from Jay and Silent Bob and wait until you hear this former skivvy stoners words of inspiration. I discovered a side of him I didn’t expect—15 years sober, still hilarious, and fully himself.

In this episode, I share how meeting this former on-screen stoner inspired me to rethink my own relationship with alcohol. We talk about what it’s like for him to stay sober while fans expect him to “party,” why he has to announc...

Welcome to The Undrunken Podcast—the place for anyone who's living or curious about living alcohol-free. We are tired of the noise in the world that constantly pushes the idea that happiness is just one drink away, or that if you don’t drink you're boring. We don’t talk about this enough. We certainly don’t celebrate it enough.

My guests and I, we’re not superheroes. There’s no magic bullet or secret formula that will be sha...

What do Josh Brolin, Drew Barrymore, Danny Trejo, and Chrissy Teigen all have in common? They’ve chosen to live alcohol-free—and they’re talking about it.

In this episode, we dive into the growing number of celebrities who are ditching the drink and embracing a different kind of life. From early recovery to public relapses to quiet, behind-the-scenes growth, these stories show us that the journey isn’t about perfection—it’s about ho...

Boston native turned Arizona resident, Tim shares his quietly powerful journey of stepping away from alcohol — without hitting rock bottom. In this episode, Tim opens up about what led him to cut back, and the unexpected benefits of a low-to-no alcohol lifestyle.
We talk social pressure, emotional clarity, physical health, and how to navigate parties when everyone else is drinking. This is a grounded, honest convo about rewritin...

Welcome to The Undrunken Podcast—the place for anyone who's living or curious about living alcohol-free. We are tired of the noise in the world that constantly pushes the idea that happiness is just one drink away, or that if you don’t drink you're boring. We don’t talk about this enough. We certainly don’t celebrate it enough.

My guests and I, we’re not superheroes. There’s no magic bullet or secret formula that will be sha...

In this powerful follow-up conversation, we sit down with returning guest Mama Mags, who first appeared in Season 1, Episode 9.

Since that first raw and inspiring episode, Maggie has continued her healing journey with deep intention—starting therapy, quitting both nicotine and over consuming of Diet Coke, and becoming even more grounded in her sobriety.

This conversation is packed with tactical advice for early sobriety, reflections...

In this insightful episode of Undrunken, Alastair opens up about his transformative journey of quitting alcohol after over a decade of heavy drinking. From his initial struggles with addiction to finding healing in AA meetings and therapy, Alastair shares the highs and lows of his path to sobriety. He discusses the impact of quitting alcohol on his health, work life, and relationships, revealing unexpected benefits like better slee...

April Katz is a beautiful queen of a woman who has a deep passion for creating adaptive and inclusive recreation for people with disabilities through her nonprofit, the AIROW Project.

In this episode, she shares her journey of quitting alcohol and how it has positively impacted her life, including her work, relationships, and personal growth. She describes how her life used to revolve around drinking, often consuming multiple beers...

In this episode, I sit down with my niece Gillian, a 25-year-old powerhouse, to talk all things love, dating, and sobriety.

Together, we dive into the ups and downs of navigating relationships while living a sober life, unpacking the challenges and surprising perks of staying alcohol-free in today’s social and romantic scenes.

We also explore how attitudes toward drinking are shifting among younger generations and how sobriety infl...

On this episode of the Undrunken podcast I brought back Garett, the host of The Deeper You Go the Weirder it Gets podcast. Garett is going to blow your mind with the information he shares about beer, and the little known fact about hops that may change the way you look at beer forever. This is not a light subject for Garett and his knowledge is well researched. Be sure to check out his podcast and his first interview with us last y...

Celebrated author and CEO of Quill Hawk Publishing, Amy Le joins the podcast. She’s flipping the table and asking me the questions! We talked about the impact of alcohol consumption on both of our lives, the ups and downs, and honestly it was almost like a mini therapy session. We also explore the cultural normalization of alcohol, the challenges of maintaining an alcohol-free lifestyle, and the importance of facing challenges head...

My friend Dre and I chat about the evolution of the Undrunken podcast, which initially focused on a 100-day challenge of abstaining from alcohol.

We share some deeply personal experiences, including emotional struggles with a close friend's alcoholism, the impact of not drinking on my life, and some huge personal growth through tough experiences.   

In the show I mention the word al-ko-hol, and while the word alcohol likely comes ...

Welcome to a new kind of happy hour!! The Undrunken™ Podcast is hanging out with friends for an hour or so as they share their stories and journey with their relationship with alcohol. Not all of us consider ourselves alcoholics or identify with being sober, hence the term, Undrunken™.   This happy hour is part deux with Heidi Lee, and we continue through the dark. Hear how dumping the drink for health reasons led her to clarity in...