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The Dry LifeSep 17, 2020

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Mar 17, 202201:01
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Mar 09, 202201:01
Amanda, Founder of Therapy for Women & Retired Party Girl

Amanda, Founder of Therapy for Women & Retired Party Girl

TW: Amanda and I get into a heavy conversation about the parallels of eating disorders and alcohol abuse. As someone in recovery from both an ED & AUD, Amanda has made it her life’s mission to help other women who are struggling. In this episode, we go over addiction transfer, fat phobia and how we can learn to be more compassionate to ourselves while healing. You can connect with Amanda on Instagram @therapyforwomen or visit her website therapyforwomencenter.com
Jun 17, 202151:34
Toxic College Drinking Culture with Steph

Toxic College Drinking Culture with Steph

This week Steph and Kayla dive into the dangers of the American college drinking culture, how universities turn a blind eye and how our society perpetuates the problem. Steph shares her personal experience of getting sober as a senior in undergraduate, and how she plans to navigate life after graduation. Connect with her on Instagram @funshitblog or check out her weekly zoom meetings for young people! Be sure to hit the subscribe button & tune in each Thursday for a new episode.
Jun 10, 202153:34
Tori, Alcohol Free Business Coach aka @thewholetori

Tori, Alcohol Free Business Coach aka @thewholetori

This episode meet Tori, a young female entrepreneur who decided to go alcohol-free when she realized how alcohol was impacting her anxiety. Learn about how she came to her decision to stop drinking, without identifying as someone with a drinking “problem.” Tori also shares about going on vacation & being in a friends wedding boozeless! Tori is a prime example of someone who’s “sober for the health of it,” and we love that for her! Tune in every Thursday for a new episode & more insight into the lives of alcohol- free.
May 27, 202152:01
Alika Gambill on grief and fatherhood in sobriety
May 20, 202143:16
Talia Bennick, Creator of Sweet Crude
May 13, 202151:03
Katie M aka @thissobergirl

Katie M aka @thissobergirl

On this episode we had the pleasure of jumping across the pond to chat with UK’s former party girl and sober advocate Katie McNicol. We dive into her experience of getting sober at 24, and growing up with a sober parent. Fitness is a huge part of Katie’s recovery, and she tells us all about how it’s played an intricate roll in her sober journey. Find out how Katie’s life went from maladaptive to MEGA 🤘 Be sure to subscribe and listen to a new episode of #thedrylifepodcast every Thursday!
May 06, 202101:09:06
Let’s talk burnout 🥴😣

Let’s talk burnout 🥴😣

This week, Kayla dives into the symptoms and causes of burnout; a state of emotional and physical exhaustion. How this can effect your sobriety & what you can do to prevent it! Exhausted? You’re not alone! Let’s get through this together.
Apr 30, 202131:06
Beth Talks Sobriety & Motherhood

Beth Talks Sobriety & Motherhood

Motherhood is tough. Motherhood drowned in booze? Tougher. Join Beth as she shares her story of ditching the booze in motherhood, and what we do about this toxic Mommy Wine Culture that’s actively harming women.
Apr 22, 202140:34
Building Your Sobriety Toolkit

Building Your Sobriety Toolkit

Beth and Kayla go over the basics of building your own sobriety toolkit. This toolkit, metaphorical or physical, will help you build a strong foundation to fight temptation, cravings and anxiety-inducing situations! Important for both newcomers and those in long term sobriety! Tune in & share your sobriety tool kit with us on our latest Instagram post @thedrylifepodcast 🧡
Apr 15, 202142:52
Lockdown is coming to an end.. Now what?

Lockdown is coming to an end.. Now what?

Introducing our new co-host Beth Bowen, LMSW and sobriety coach. Today we’re chatting about the stress that comes with lockdown ending and our “new normal” becoming the old one. We dive into how to handle the anxiety & the temptation that goes into society re-opening. Connect with us on Instagram at @reframe_app 🙂 Tune in every Thursday for a new episode!
Apr 08, 202101:10:21
Kim S of @singleton.solutions

Kim S of @singleton.solutions

TW: Infertility. On this weeks episode, blogger and Reframe host of Getting Candid with Kim shares with us her struggle of being a military spouse, her fight with infertility & her triumphant path to sobriety. We talk mommy wine culture (not the way we have before), perfectionism and the parallels of eating disorders and alcohol abuse! You can find Kim on @reframe_app every Saturday on IGTV live! Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of #TheDryLife 🧡 Be sure to subscribe & leave a review if you love our show!
Mar 25, 202101:03:50
Nostalgia; Going Through Mixed Emotions of the Past

Nostalgia; Going Through Mixed Emotions of the Past

In this episode, I talk about the process of grieving my past self and coming to terms with current circumstances. TW: Self harm, domestic violence
Mar 11, 202147:33
Casey M Davidson aka of Hello Someday Coaching
Mar 04, 202101:12:15
Vince aka @thevulnerabledisco

Vince aka @thevulnerabledisco

Vince shares his journey growing up a child of addicts and how it shaped his perception of addiction early on. He chats with me about how he came to deal with substance issues himself and how he broke the cycle. We talk about sobriety and substance abuse in the LGBTQIA community and how this community is particularly vulnerable during COVID-19. Tune in every Thursday for a new episode & follow us on Instagram @thedrylifepodcast
Feb 25, 202101:07:56
Adam aka @adamacd87

Adam aka @adamacd87

Adam and I sit down and things get real. We talk addiction recovery, and the ugly side of sobriety. With around the same sobriety birthday (2016), we talk about what it was like getting sober before the online community existed and how we both recover now. A great listen for anyone struggling with substances or in early recovery!
Feb 18, 202101:04:52
Chris aka @sans_bar

Chris aka @sans_bar

Chris and I really connect in this episode. We have super similar background stories; the underdog who makes their way to sobriety fighting tooth and nail. We get into hot topics like harm reduction, detox and leaving the 12 Steps. Chris talks about how Sans Bar, Texas’ first ever alcohol free bar was created and his vision for their future. A highly stimulating conversation that may leave you with more questions than answers! Tune in.
Feb 11, 202101:07:53
Beth Bowen aka @bethbowen_

Beth Bowen aka @bethbowen_

We’re back! And I’m sitting down with Beth Bowen LMSW, sober women’s mentor and 1HD host, to chat about her journey into alcohol-free living. We touch on what worked and what didn’t, how she came out of the sobriety closet, the disease model versus disorder and how we both broke traditional thinking to recover our own way. Beth shares about her own falling forward experience and why she chooses the learning model of substance abuse. Don’t miss it! You can also find us on Instagram now @thedrylifepodcast ⭐️
Feb 04, 202101:26:04
Dry January with Cynthia aka @gettingyourishtogether (Part 2)

Dry January with Cynthia aka @gettingyourishtogether (Part 2)

Part 2 of our Dry January series. Cynthia, our Thursday host at 1HD, talks about how Dry January was her starting point to a sober life. She dives into her attempts at other sober months & what she attributes to her final success. We debunk myths about going alcohol-free & give our advice on how to best prepare for dry January or your first 1,000 Hours Dry! Don’t miss this one!
Dec 24, 202055:44
Dry January with Saratoga aka @the_sober_climb (Part 1)

Dry January with Saratoga aka @the_sober_climb (Part 1)

On this special edition of The Dry Life I talk with 1HD host Saratoga about her experience with Dry January & how it played a crucial part of her early sober curious journey! This episode is all this Dry January: tips & tricks for preparing to go dry for 30 days (or 42 if you’re doing the full #1000hoursdry)! Tune in to hear Togas story & advice on trying out #thedrylife.
Dec 24, 202037:09
A Chat About the Sobriety Spectrum

A Chat About the Sobriety Spectrum

Today it’s just me and you! I wanted to talk about the spectrum of sobriety, there is no black or white/right or wrong way to do it. We are all constantly evolving, how you identify today may not be how you do 6 months from now. I wanted to give you some background on my personal sober evolution, how it started and where I’m at now. I hope my story resonates with you and that you can take something away! Remember to practice self love today :)
Dec 10, 202045:05
Ash aka @the_unbuzzed

Ash aka @the_unbuzzed

This might ruffle some feathers but that’s what we’re here for! Breaking the mold of traditional thinking. On this episode Ash & I dive into her decision to try moderation, the spectrum of recovery and why we both think milestones can be just as harmful as encouraging! Check out her community, which is inclusive to sober individuals and curious ones alike! You can follow us on Instagram @1000hoursdry and tune in next Thursday for a new episode.
Dec 03, 202001:10:28
Brett aka @bipolarandsober

Brett aka @bipolarandsober

Brett and I keep it real on tonight’s episode. Brett, a sober & mental health blogger, opens up about her dual diagnosis and how being diagnosed with Bipolar 2 has effected her life. We chat about being in recovery from substance abuse and mental health, different avenues of recovery and Brett gives her advice on how to handle early sobriety! Tune in every Thursday for a new episode episode & be sure to follow us on Instagram @1000hoursdry
Nov 19, 202001:23:19
Es @sober_otter & Kayla @kaylerlyons

Es @sober_otter & Kayla @kaylerlyons

This is a bit of a special! We switch things up and Es, Friday host of @1000hoursdry interviews me! I give the down-low on the next round of 1HD, my feelings on NA bevies & my opinion on the sober-curious movement as a woman in recovery from substance abuse disorder! Tune in & subscribe! Join us this coming Monday for the next round of 1,000 Hours Dry!
Nov 12, 202035:47
Sarah aka @NewFashionedSobriety

Sarah aka @NewFashionedSobriety

This week I speak with one of 1,000 Hours Dry’s original hosts, Sarah. She is now co-founder of New Fashioned Sobriety; a community for sober/sober curious womxn in Wisconsin. On this episode, Sarah talks with me about how her sober-curious journey turned into an alcohol-free lifestyle. Why she started her AF community, and the differences between parenting sober and drinking. We dive into how the media shapes drinking culture and drives us in the wrong direction! Listen in and subscribe for more dry life! Follow us on Instagram to connect @1000hoursdry.
Nov 05, 202001:03:06
Sadie aka @sobersadie

Sadie aka @sobersadie

On this episode of the Dry Life I chat with Sadie, a sober mom of two, about parenting, adulting and prioritizing in sobriety. Sadie dives into her sobriety tool box and shares her tips on staying alcohol free during hard times. You can check out her full story at sobersadie.com! Tune in every Thursday for a new episode. Be sure to subscribe!
Oct 29, 202001:01:25
Trish aka @realaboutwellness

Trish aka @realaboutwellness

My lovely friend Trish & I get very real on this one! Trish opens up about living with a parent that suffers from mental illness, leaving corporate life to start her own company and dating in sobriety. We get into the dangers of social media and identity crisis in recovery! You can check out her sober online community @weareunwsted on Instagram, based out of AUS. Be sure to subscribe and tune in every Thursday for a new episode of the Dry Club with Kayla Lyons, founder of @1000hoursdry.
Oct 22, 202001:30:16
Steph aka @funshitblog

Steph aka @funshitblog

Meet Steph one of Instagrams youngest sober influencers. Listen in while she and I chat about getting sober in college, navigating your early 20’s sans booze and more! Tune in every Thursday for a new episode. Be sure to subscribe!
Oct 15, 202057:35
Amber aka @Southern.And.Sober

Amber aka @Southern.And.Sober

This week, Amber, one of our 1HD Babes co-hosts chats about her alcohol-free journey, what it was like growing up with a sober parent and how she went from being sober curious, to being sober. We talk about how alcohol targets women and the concept of grey area drinking! Tune in every Thursday for a new episode. Be sure to subscribe and follow us on Instagram @1000hoursdry
Oct 08, 202001:03:56
Kayla aka @kaylerlyons
Oct 01, 202058:54
Tori aka @theretiredpartygirl

Tori aka @theretiredpartygirl

This week I talk with Tori, founder of the Retired Party Girl Club or RPG. We get into finding sober pals online, how to navigate friendships with friends who still drink and our personal opinions on relapse. We share our own experiences with slips and talk about shame, guilt and self compassion. Tune in every Thursday for a new episode!
Sep 24, 202001:14:14
Amy Aka @msamycwillis
Sep 17, 202001:02:26
Emily P aka @HighlightRealRecovery
Sep 10, 202058:44
Shane aka Kayla’s Boyfriend

Shane aka Kayla’s Boyfriend

On this special edition, I have a chat with my boyfriend Shane. Shane dives into what it’s like dating someone who is sober, how he navigated our friendship before and after I got sober and his own experience growing up with a sober father. This episode is aimed to help you better navigate your relationship with your partner and hopefully help open communication. Enjoy! New episodes every Thursday!
Sep 03, 202047:44
Amber aka @thehansenlife

Amber aka @thehansenlife

This week I chat with Amber Hansen, co-host of @1000hoursdrydenverxnewyork ! Amber tells us all about her decision to go alcohol-free, how she got involved with the Dry Club and more. Her & I dive into what it’s like to slip up and keep moving forward without changing your “sober date”. Join us every Thursday for a new episode!
Aug 27, 202001:06:59
Jess aka @DecidedlyDry

Jess aka @DecidedlyDry

On this episode, Jess and I dive into the dangers of mommy wine culture, mom shaming, the individualistic culture Americans have and how that contributes to alcohol abuse. We both share their personal experiences on early sobriety, and finding the right path of recovery for YOU! ⁣
Aug 20, 202001:02:37
Sammi aka @the_sober_millennial

Sammi aka @the_sober_millennial

Tune into this weeks episode where Sammi of 1,000 Hours Dry Chicago and I talk about her AF journey, her experience being a college athlete and the toxic drinking culture we have today in America. New episodes every Thursday! Be sure to subscribe :)
Aug 13, 202001:15:09
Kate G aka @thekategleason

Kate G aka @thekategleason

On this episode of The Dry Life Podcast, Kate and I talk about starting our own sobriety communities, how Covid helped Kate find sobriety and how today’s marketing tactics help conceal the truth about drinking! Listen & learn! Thank you for tuning in, if you love our message please subscribe & tell a friend about us!
Aug 06, 202001:06:09
Kiola aka @kiolaraines Part 2

Kiola aka @kiolaraines Part 2

Kiola and I get right into the current problems the sober online community is facing; racism, separation and close-mindedness. We talk SOLUTION because, well what else is the point of bringing up our current issues if not to come to a resolution! Tune in every Thursday to listen to the Dry Life podcast!
Aug 01, 202001:21:50
Es aka @Sober_Otter Part 2

Es aka @Sober_Otter Part 2

Es and I chat about how normalized alcohol is in our society, dealing with life stressors without alcohol and how to communicate with your partner who does drink. Tune in every Thursday for a new episode!
Jul 24, 202050:40
Kevin aka @sober_ginger

Kevin aka @sober_ginger

Join Kevin and I for a conversation about his experience in early sobriety, parenting before and after recovery and the variety of belief models that different recovery programs use as the foundation for their communities! **Our opinions are our own and do not reflect the entire Dry Club community as a whole.** Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of The Dry Life podcast.
Jul 17, 202001:16:40
Kiola aka @KiolaRaines

Kiola aka @KiolaRaines

Tune into this episode as Health & Wellness Coach Kiola and I dive into our own experiences with getting sober, experimenting with different recovery programs and working in the health & wellness industry while drinking/being AF!
Jul 09, 202001:06:51
Hailey aka @HaileyDekle

Hailey aka @HaileyDekle

On this episode of The Dry Life Hailey and I discuss being in a relationship with a partner who drinks, the hypocrisy of alcohol in the fitness industry and the dangers of alcohol consumption.
Jul 03, 202044:17
Ashley aka @the_unbuzzed

Ashley aka @the_unbuzzed

In this episode of The Dry Life podcast, Ashley and I talk sobriety and co-morbid disorders like eating DO, OCD and perfectionism. We talk about our person experiences getting sober at 23 and running dry communities. Be sure to subscribe to our channel!
Jun 25, 202036:17
Rachel aka @shotstoshakes

Rachel aka @shotstoshakes

In this episode, Rachel and I dive into the lifestyle of the retired party girl, what it’s like being 27 and sober, and touch on topics like how to deal with the consequences of your drinking and self-compassion. Ready to heal? Join us :)
Jun 19, 202048:56
Maria G. Aka @MSnazzy

Maria G. Aka @MSnazzy

In this episode, Maria and I dive into being alcohol-free during the pandemic and the BLM movement. We get into why we think alcohol doesn’t belong in the wellness and fitness industry & more!
Jun 11, 202038:53