<a href='https://www.lownodrinkermagazine.com/freegifts'>FREE COURSE: OVERCOMING THE HURDLES</a> ====== SHOW SUMMARY Ocean Beach Café is San Francisco’s leading alcohol-free spot. In this episode, founder Joshua James takes me on the journey from unexpected inspiration found walking into a failing deli to creating a space where once seen, the wonders of his AF bar, cannot be forgotten. ====== WE CHAT ABOUT0:00 Coming up... 2:40 Joshua's story9:30 Other US venues12:36 The vibe inside?18:37 Comparing bars in the UK25:45 Cali sober28:32 The language we use30:57 Big alcohol36:39 Drinks of the future41:25 On the menu at OCB48:26 BBQ-Q52:05 Josh's final thought ====== <a href='https://www.oceanbeachcafe.com/'>OCEAN BEACH CAFÉ</a>  //  <a href='https://www.instagram.com/ocean.beach.cafe/'>@OCEAN.BEACH.CAFE</a>  //  <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@JoshTheNonAlcoholic'>JOSH ON YOUTUBE</a> ====== WE ALSO TALK ABOUT: <a href='https://amzn.to/3DcoWRf'>Athletic Brewing</a>*<a href='https://collabs.shop/ngzl4o'>Mash Gang</a>*<a href='https://www.zeronimowine.com/'>Zeronimo</a> ======  BEST EPISODE TO CHECK OUT NEXT<a href='https://www.lownodrinkermagazine.com/lndpodcast/high-and-dry'>#47 Psychotropic-curious with High & Dry founder Daniel Rowntree</a> === 🌱 Reset the way alcohol shows up in your life with the 4 Week Midlife Mindful Drinking Reset <a href='https://www.lownodrinker.com/4weekreset'>https://www.lownodrinker.com/4weekreset</a> === 🧐 Take the quiz and find out what's REALLY driving your midlife drinking habits <a href='https://www.lownodrinker.com/'>https://www.lownodrinker.com/ </a> === 💰 Get 10% off drinks at Wise Bartender with code LOWNODRINKERMAGAZINE <a href='https://wisebartender.co.uk/LOWNODRINKERMAGAZINE'>https://wisebartender.co.uk/lownodrinkermagazine</a> * === *Some links are affiliate links. If you make a purchase, Low No Drinker may earn a commission. Thank you.

FREE COURSE: OVERCOMING THE HURDLES ====== SHOW SUMMARY Ocean Beach Café is San Francisco’s leading alcohol-free spot. In this episode, founder Joshua James takes me on the journey from unexpected inspiration found walking into a failing deli to creating a space where once seen, the wonders of his AF bar, cannot be forgotten. ====== WE CHAT ABOUT 0:00 Coming up... 2:40 Joshua's story 9:30 Other US venues 12:36 The vibe inside? 18:37 Comparing bars in the UK 25:45 Cali sober 28:32 The language we use 30:57 Big alcohol 36:39 Drinks of the future 41:25 On the menu at OCB 48:26 BBQ-Q 52:05 Josh's final thought ====== OCEAN BEACH CAFÉ // @OCEAN.BEACH.CAFE // JOSH ON YOUTUBE ====== WE ALSO TALK ABOUT: Athletic Brewing* Mash Gang* Zeronimo ====== BEST EPISODE TO CHECK OUT NEXT #47 Psychotropic-curious with High & Dry founder Daniel Rowntree === 🌱 Reset the way alcohol shows up in your life with the 4 Week Midlife Mindful Drinking Reset https://www.lownodrinker.com/4weekreset === 🧐 Take the quiz and find out what's REALLY driving your midlife drinking habits https://www.lownodrinker.com/ === 💰 Get 10% off drinks at Wise Bartender with code LOWNODRINKERMAGAZINE https://wisebartender.co.uk/lownodrinkermagazine * === *Some links are affiliate links. If you make a purchase, Low No Drinker may earn a commission. Thank you.

<a href="https://www.lownodrinkermagazine.com/freegifts" rel="noopener noreferrer">FREE COURSE: OVERCOMING THE HURDLES</a> ====== SHOW SUMMARY&nbsp;Ocean Beach Café is San Francisco’s leading alcohol-free spot. In this episode, founder Joshua James takes me on the journey from unexpected inspiration found walking into a failing deli to creating a space where once seen, the wonders of his AF bar, cannot be forgotten. ====== WE CHAT ABOUT0:00 Coming up...&nbsp;2:40 Joshua's story9:30 Other US venues12:36 The vibe inside?18:37 Comparing bars in the UK25:45 Cali sober28:32 The language we use30:57 Big alcohol36:39 Drinks of the future41:25 On the menu at OCB48:26 BBQ-Q52:05 Josh's final thought&nbsp;====== <a href="https://www.oceanbeachcafe.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">OCEAN BEACH CAFÉ</a>&nbsp; //&nbsp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ocean.beach.cafe/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@OCEAN.BEACH.CAFE</a>&nbsp; //&nbsp; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JoshTheNonAlcoholic" rel="noopener noreferrer">JOSH ON YOUTUBE</a> ====== WE ALSO TALK ABOUT: <a href="https://amzn.to/3DcoWRf" rel="noopener noreferrer">Athletic Brewing</a>*<a href="https://collabs.shop/ngzl4o" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mash Gang</a>*<a href="https://www.zeronimowine.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Zeronimo</a>&nbsp;====== &nbsp;BEST EPISODE TO CHECK OUT NEXT<a href="https://www.lownodrinkermagazine.com/lndpodcast/high-and-dry" rel="noopener noreferrer">#47 Psychotropic-curious with High &amp; Dry founder Daniel Rowntree</a> === 🌱 Reset the way alcohol shows up in your life with the 4 Week Midlife Mindful Drinking Reset <a href="https://www.lownodrinker.com/4weekreset" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.lownodrinker.com/4weekreset</a> === 🧐 Take the quiz and find out what's REALLY driving your midlife drinking habits <a href="https://www.lownodrinker.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.lownodrinker.com/ </a> === 💰 Get 10% off drinks at Wise Bartender with code LOWNODRINKERMAGAZINE <a href="https://wisebartender.co.uk/LOWNODRINKERMAGAZINE" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://wisebartender.co.uk/lownodrinkermagazine</a> * === *Some links are affiliate links. If you make a purchase, Low No Drinker may earn a commission. Thank you.

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Welcome to the essential podcast for anyone in their 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond who's ready to drink differently. While Gen Z gets all the headlines for being sober curious, let’s not forget that the real moderation revolution is happening in midlife – and this is your space to explore it without judgment, pressure, or expectation.&nbsp;Join me to discover the people, places and brands making it easier than ever to live a life less intoxicated, whether that's for tonight, this week, or forever.&nbsp;&nbsp;I get it – as a midlife moderator, you're not looking to reinvent yourself completely. You want drinks that taste like the ones you already love, new and exciting options with something special to offer, experiences that enhance rather than shorten your evenings, and practical advice that fits your busy, demanding life.&nbsp;I’m Denise Hamilton-Mace, founder and editor of Low No Drinker Magazine – the leading global publication for mindful and sober curious drinkers and a professional public speaker on all things low, no and light.&nbsp;&nbsp;My goal with this podcast is to help you feel more confident and more comfortable in your choice to explore a life less intoxicated, and to help you find, understand and enjoy the drinks that make it possible.&nbsp;If you are, or aspire to be the type of savvy moderator who recognises that drinking less is not a binary decision for you, who knows that coasting with mid-strength drinks, alternating through zebra-striping or bookending the start and end of your night with something non-alcoholic are all viable options then this show is for you.&nbsp;And you’ll leave each episode feeling motivated and supported to keep energy for the things that matter most: family, health, career, and living life on your own terms.&nbsp;Each week on the Low No Drinker Podcast, you’ll get to either:Meet the Makers: Join me in intimate conversations with the experts, founders, brewers, distillers, and visionaries who are creating premium alcohol-free drinks that don't compromise on taste. Discover their personal journeys, what drives their innovation, and why their products are perfect for the discerning midlife palate.&nbsp;Mindful Moderation Solo episodes: Practical deep-dives into the questions that matter to sophisticated drinkers who want to moderate smartly, with topics like:&nbsp;-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Why do premium alcohol-free drinks cost the same as full-strength versions when there's no alcohol and no tax?-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; How can I find an alcohol-free red wine that actually tastes like the Malbec I love?-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; What's the real difference between no, low and light alcohol options?-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; How do I navigate social situations when I'm the only one moderating?-&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; What are the best functional drinks for midlife energy and wellness?&nbsp;This isn't about going completely dry or following someone else's rules. It's about making mindful choices, exploring sophisticated alternatives, and practising practical moderation that suits your lifestyle. Whether you're a Gen X professional looking to improve your health, a busy parent wanting more energy, or someone who simply wants to enjoy better mornings while still celebrating life's special moments, this podcast helps you drink your own way.&nbsp;Mindful Drinking &amp; Moderation in Midlife: Low No Drinker Podcast is perfect for mindful drinkers, sober curious adults, midlife moderators, health-conscious professionals, premium alcohol-free enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the low, no and light or mid-strength alcohol lifestyle.

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Welcome to the essential podcast for anyone in their 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond who's ready to drink differently. While Gen Z gets all the headlines for being sober curious, let’s not forget that the real moderation revolution is happening in midlife – and this is your space to explore it without judgment, pressure, or expectation.   Join me to discover the people, places and brands making it easier than ever to live a life less intoxicated, whether that's for tonight, this week, or forever.    I get it – as a midlife moderator, you're not looking to reinvent yourself completely. You want drinks that taste like the ones you already love, new and exciting options with something special to offer, experiences that enhance rather than shorten your evenings, and practical advice that fits your busy, demanding life.   I’m Denise Hamilton-Mace, founder and editor of Low No Drinker Magazine – the leading global publication for mindful and sober curious drinkers and a professional public speaker on all things low, no and light.    My goal with this podcast is to help you feel more confident and more comfortable in your choice to explore a life less intoxicated, and to help you find, understand and enjoy the drinks that make it possible.   If you are, or aspire to be the type of savvy moderator who recognises that drinking less is not a binary decision for you, who knows that coasting with mid-strength drinks, alternating through zebra-striping or bookending the start and end of your night with something non-alcoholic are all viable options then this show is for you.   And you’ll leave each episode feeling motivated and supported to keep energy for the things that matter most: family, health, career, and living life on your own terms.   Each week on the Low No Drinker Podcast, you’ll get to either: Meet the Makers: Join me in intimate conversations with the experts, founders, brewers, distillers, and visionaries who are creating premium alcohol-free drinks that don't compromise on taste. Discover their personal journeys, what drives their innovation, and why their products are perfect for the discerning midlife palate.   Mindful Moderation Solo episodes: Practical deep-dives into the questions that matter to sophisticated drinkers who want to moderate smartly, with topics like:   -              Why do premium alcohol-free drinks cost the same as full-strength versions when there's no alcohol and no tax? -              How can I find an alcohol-free red wine that actually tastes like the Malbec I love? -              What's the real difference between no, low and light alcohol options? -              How do I navigate social situations when I'm the only one moderating? -              What are the best functional drinks for midlife energy and wellness?   This isn't about going completely dry or following someone else's rules. It's about making mindful choices, exploring sophisticated alternatives, and practising practical moderation that suits your lifestyle. Whether you're a Gen X professional looking to improve your health, a busy parent wanting more energy, or someone who simply wants to enjoy better mornings while still celebrating life's special moments, this podcast helps you drink your own way.   Mindful Drinking & Moderation in Midlife: Low No Drinker Podcast is perfect for mindful drinkers, sober curious adults, midlife moderators, health-conscious professionals, premium alcohol-free enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the low, no and light or mid-strength alcohol lifestyle.

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