The Social Soul Podcast

In this episode, Hailey and Jess dive into some of the current challenges they're facing with running their small retail and e-commerce businesses. They talk about things they're doing in their businesses, the financial squeeze during slower months, figuring out taxes, being a creative in business, and asking for help. They also share some funny and embarrassing stories of things that have happened along the way.

In this episode, Hailey and Jess recap their earlier days of drinking to their last night out together as Hailey reflects on the last 5 years of living Alcohol-free. They share stories you may relate with and ideas to get support while making changes in life.

In this episode Hailey & Jess catch up and chat about:

• Jessica's current mindset towards dating
• Making new friends in a new city
• Hailey's evening news feature!
• Periods, period products & more.

In this episode, Hailey & Jess give a life update where they share about:

• Hailey finally paying herself for the first time as a small business owner
• Jess's experience with her new doctor and a general health update
• Insecurities in romantic relationships & Jess's current dating/breakup situation
• All the gossip about Vanderpump Rules & Sex Life Season 2
• What Jess learned about herself in therapy recently
• A microdosing update

In this episode Hailey & Jess discuss non-alcoholic drink options for the sober & sober-curious. They cover:

• Non-alcoholic beers, wines and spirits
• Mocktails, canned NA drinks, Kava and more
• The difference between 0.5% and 0.0% drinks
• Where to locate certain non-alcoholic brands
• How to find non-alcoholic drinks at restaurants

In this episode, Hailey and Jess interview Alcohol-Free Lifestyle Expert, holistic life coach, speaker and author, Amanda Kuda. She teaches a modern approach to personal development, self-actualization and spiritual enlightenment through the lens of elective sobriety. They cover:

• Amanda's personal experience with going alcohol-free.
• The energetics of alcohol, and how quitting drinking can deepen your spiritual connection and be a powerful tool for manifestation.
• Dating sober, using dating apps & how to communicate that you don't drink.
• The myth of moderation with alcohol and why moderation may not work for everyone.
• Feeling confident socially, without any "liquid courage".

In this episode, we interview Case Kenny, a successful writer, podcaster and recording artist who has made a name for himself by sharing his feelings openly & candidly on social media. You might have seen his post-it note snapshots on his famous instagram feed, or maybe you've tuned into his podcast "New Mindset, who Dis?" that he started in 2018 or maybe you've heard his dance-mix meditations that he has produced with artists such as Martin Garrix.

Either way, we know you'll love this conversation with Case where we get insight into how he became so big on social media and then dive into discussions around modern dating where he shares his thoughts about experiencing anxious thoughts, setting and maintaining step 1 & step 2 standards and also his feelings towards dating apps and wether he finds them helpful or hurtful. 

We made it baby! You are listening to Episode 100 and to celebrate we've got some brand new cover art for the podcast! In this episode we are answering a few listener questions such as: where we were when we started the podcast vs. where we are now, Hailey's favorite part about owning the plant shop, Jess's current state of her Lyme Disease journey, how it feels to be able to positively influence people through a podcast and of course we end the episode with a (juicy) dating update from Jess. 

In this episode, Jess starts with a short update about the date she went on and then they dive into some ideas on how to still enjoy yourself when you're drinking less at a wedding (or not at all). They discuss the benefits of staying sober and what you can (and should) indulge in instead. 

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It's been a few weeks since they dropped an episode, because they've been feeling moody AF. In this episode, Hailey & Jess dive into what's going on in their lives including why they have been moody, why they decided not to drop last weeks episode (after recording it), why Jess is ditching the dating apps, their latest tv show recommendations, how they are prioritizing self-care this month & two things they are f*cking proud of.

In this episode we bring on a friend of ours, Taylor Jean. Jess and Taylor were introduced to each other through a mutual friend when they realized that Taylor had also battled Lyme Disease in the past. The first time Jess and Taylor met up, they chatted at a cafe for 3 hours, we knew she would make the perfect guest for the pod. 

In this episode we discuss:

- her experience with Lyme Disease, Mold Toxicity and Chronic Yeast Infections

- her tips for dating with intention & when to reveal that you have a chronic illness

- her experience with maintaining male friendships and respecting boundaries

In this guest episode, Hailey and Jess bring on Sarah Kate, the founding editor and publisher of Some Good Clean Fun, Canada's leading expert on non-alcoholic drinks, a mom of two and an advocate for rethinking drinking. 

They chat about out how and why Sarah Kate chose to stop drinking during the covid pandemic (a time where most decided to lean on booze), how alcohol affected her parenting, she explains what mommy wine culture is and how it became a trend, and of course shares her favorite non-alcoholic drink recipes.

In this episode, Hailey & Jess share tips on how to make new friends as an adult. As they both enter their 30's they have found it increasingly difficult to find new friends now that social settings are much different and less existent in both their lives. But with Jess moving to Arizona, and Hailey navigating the alcohol-free scene, they have learned a few tricks as of lately that should be helpful to those dealing with this as well.

In this social hour, Hailey and Jess recap their 30th birthday celebrations, talk about adjusting to busier schedules, going to therapy, their new tattoos and being business professionals with a provocative podcast.

In this social sesh, Hailey and Jess share more dirty stories, talk about PMS, what they really want while on their periods, and share things currently going on in their lives.

In this episode, Hailey and & Jess share some dirty details about their 20's. They talk sexy pics (including d*ck pics), their biggest turn on's in the bedroom, their past sexual partners and a few funny stories, and they also dive into the best and worst moments of their 20's. 

This episode is not for the mothers of any men we've dated. 

In this episode, Hailey shares about some familiar content she discovered while scrolling on TikTok... Something she had previously written being shared by another creator without giving credit. It's a bit of a gray area on how this happened, but Jess and Hailey discuss their thoughts on it in real time. 

In this episode, Hailey and Jess recap their experience at the Mike. concert last weekend. They share how they both navigated it alcohol-free, the temptations they came across, the awesome VIP experience they had & just overall how f*cking awesome it was. They also might be having a new guest coming on the show which they announce in this episode as well.

In this social sesh, Hailey and Jess Interview guest Hannah Dordick, Chronically Ill Sober B*tch, meditation teacher, & founder of the Sober Space App. They cover:

• Hannah's experience with drugs, alcohol and getting sober.
• Her struggles with Chronic Illness: Aura Migraines, Endometriosis and Gilbert's Syndrome
• Using Cannabis to manage her symptoms, and how this fits into her sobriety
• Why she created the Sober Space App and how she did it
• What it's like living long distance from her best friend.

In this episode Hailey and Jess cover a variety of topics that are relevant to their current lives & share more personal stories that include:

• Burning out with niche content on Instagram & how they are doing things differently now
• Tips for working from home
• Drunken stories from the past (we love some comedic relief)
• Love languages and how they like others to show them love
• The stories and details of their first dates with their romantic partners

In this episode, Hailey & Jess chat about dreams, (actually more so nightmares), that revolve around drinking when you're changing your relationship with alcohol. You'll hear Hailey's personal experience with this as well as feedback from others on the topic. They also start the episode with a brief life update that includes some new places in Arizona Jess recently visited, as well as their excitement for an upcoming concert they're attending together in Dallas.

In this episode, Hailey and Jess catch up to chat about Jessica's recent move to Arizona and Hailey's new business venture into the indoor plant world. They also tell a few funny stories about their fear of snakes & Jess's bad experience peeing roadside in Nevada.

In this episode, Hailey and Jess answer a listener question and share ideas on planning birthdays that don't revolve around alcohol, taking shots, and going out to the bars with your friends. They get into:

• How they've celebrated their birthdays without booze in the past
• Setting boundaries & communicating with your friends
• A few booze-Free birthday ideas

In this episode, Hailey and Jess answer a listener question and dive into what it means to live a "Damp" Lifestyle... a new term that is trending on TikTok. Tune in to hear their thoughts on the topic.

In this episode, Jess shares about her personal diagnosis of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, also know as MCAS. 

We discuss: 

• What Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is 
• Why some people get MCAS & others don't? 
• What lessons Jess is carrying over from her diagnosis in 2018 to this current flare up/reactivation of symptoms 
• What this current flare has been like emotionally & physically and what caused it 
• The varying symptoms of MCAS 

Resources we shared:

In this episode, Hailey & Jess catch up about life over the past few weeks. You'll hear the hilarious story about a text that Jess received from a guy who ghosted her, how Hailey is coping with being completely out of her routine, the result of Jess's COVID antibody test, how they are both currently feeling about social media and the expectations it brings & the of course all the gossip about their favorite shows they've been binging.

In this episode, Hailey & Jess dive into an Instagram post that got quite a bit of attention recently on Jess's personal page. Jess was diagnosed with chronic multiple tick-borne illness, better known as Chronic Lyme Disease, in 2018 and has shared vulnerably about her illness off and on on Instagram over the years. Last week, Jess shared a mirror selfie along with a short caption about her shower chair and in response received a very judgmental and hateful comment from a random user insulting those with chronic illness specifically. 

• We chat about Jess's feelings towards the comment and how she went about responding to it
• We discuss how much the chronic illness community showed up for each other in this moment
• We share an anonymous DM that Jess received in response to the woman's comment that fueled our souls
• We talk about the insecurities that people with chronic illness face when entering into a romantic relationship

In this social hour, Hailey & Jess dive into their 22 year friendship. They cover:

• When they met & how they've maintained their friendship over the years
• Getting through different romantic relationships as BFF's
• The shift in friendship dynamic while living with chronic illness and quitting drinking

You'll also hear different stories and memories they have together from their childhood and teenage years, into their early 20's.

In this episode, Hailey & Jess catch up on what's been happening the last few weeks through the holiday and new year. Jess is currently in Arizona and provides an update on reuniting with her ex, Hailey shares an exciting opportunity that she has to own a new business and they both talk about how they spent the New Year and how they are feeling going into 2022.

In this episode, Hailey and Jess recap 2021 including what it's been like being roommates and business partners, their experience so far going through therapy, an update on Jess's medical treatments (and dating status) and as always some showcase the shit moments that weren't so great followed by exciting new plans for 2022. 

In this episode, Hailey & Jess sit down to chat about the latest TikTok trends, their current favorite TV shows, erotic blueprints, how therapy has been going, battling comparison, social media in general and so much more.

In this soul sesh, Jess and Hailey have a conversation about coming across new job opportunities that align. Jess shares how she found hers and Hailey's current employer, what she did to get hired, and how she negotiated a higher income for herself. Please rate + review the show on Apple Podcasts and share this episode with a friend if you found it helpful. 

In this episode, Hailey and Jess chat about gray area drinking. We created this episode to help validate and normalize changing your relationship with alcohol because you choose to, not just because you have to. 

They cover:

• What gray area drinking is, and a resource to learn more
• Feeling pressure to label yourself as a non-drinker and how this concept might make you feel more comfortable
• The normalization of alcohol & problem drinking
• Fears that come up when we think about quitting drinking: the idea of forever, fear of judgement, failure, and missing out.

In this guest episode, Hailey & Jess interview guest Sammy Fischer: a healer, mental health advocate & founder of The Soul Bar, a holistic health company that believes we can transform drinking culture and heal the collective through normalizing zero-proof cocktails, providing holistic beverages, and promoting mindful consumption.

During the episode we discuss:

• What “spiritually sober" means to her
• How to reclaim your voice, your control, and your power when living alcohol-free
• Tips for partying sober
• How she came up with the idea for The Soul Bar and brought it to life
• How her spiritual practice ties into her business mindset

In this episode, Hailey and Jess talk about the evolution of social media: from AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) to Myspace, to Facebook, to Instagram, and now to TikTok. This episode is full of laughs, funny stories about their childhood and embarrassing ones as well.