Jason Quin is the co-founder of Etch, the beautifully crafted alcohol-free drinks seen in restaurants and homes around Australia. But a few years ago, he was at breaking point — stuck in a high-performing wine industry job, quietly losing control of his drinking, and wondering how life could ever look without alcohol.

In this episode, Jason shares what led him to walk away from everything, how he found his way through recovery, and how Etch was born. If you're questioning your relationship with alcohol or looking for a reminder that change is possible — this one’s for you.

World record breaker. Ultramarathon addict. Reformed loose unit. Jamie Milne has lived more lives than most – from a troubled youth and Navy benders to running the length of entire countries and transforming his mindset (and others’) along the way.

In this raw, funny, and deeply inspiring episode, Jamie opens up about addiction, fatherhood, near-death moments, and how a single question helped him change everything.

Whether you’re sober-curious, a runner, or just love a comeback story – this one’s for you.

What happens when you stop numbing and start truly feeling? In this powerful episode, Adina Wheeler opens up about the emotional toll of life on autopilot, her quiet reliance on alcohol, and the moment she chose a different path. It’s a raw and inspiring conversation about identity, courage, and coming back to life — one conscious step at a time.

In this episode, we sit down with Ange Chappel, the founder of Mind The Sip, to explore how her personal journey with alcohol led her to create an innovative app designed for the sober curious. After years of binge drinking, Ange realized she wanted more from life—but cutting back wasn’t as simple as she’d hoped. Through trial, error, and deep self-discovery, she found a way to shift her relationship with alcohol for good.

Now, Ange has turned her experience into something bigger than herself: Mind The Sip, a one-of-a-kind app that helps people take control of their drinking habits without the pressure of total sobriety. In this conversation, she shares the highs and lows of her journey, what she’s learned about mindful drinking, and how her app is changing lives.

Whether you’re sober curious, rethinking your relationship with alcohol, or just love hearing inspiring transformation stories, this episode is for you.

🎧 Tune in and get ready to be inspired!

Battling the bottle wasn’t easy for Niall, and his journey to an alcohol-free life was far from smooth. With ups and downs, setbacks, and struggles to break free, he finally found his turning point through the combination of hypnotherapy and running. Nature became his sanctuary, running his therapy, and sobriety the path to a happier, healthier life.

Now an ultramarathon runner and a proud single dad, Niall’s story is a testament to resilience and transformation. Hear his incredible journey and be inspired to rewrite your own story.

In this episode, we sit down with Sophie Geraghty, a truly inspiring individual whose story we couldn’t wait to share. Sophie, a friend of Emma Grey from our previous episode and a fellow runner who recently joined Jenny at Coast to Kosci, opened up about her incredibly difficult childhood growing up with alcoholic parents.

Sophie shares the raw and honest reality of her upbringing, how she’s navigated the challenges it created, and how she’s built a life that’s grounded and fulfilling.

Running has been a part of her journey, but what stands out most is her courage and determination to create a better future. Her story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, and we’re honoured she chose to share it with us.

Nikki shares candid insights on how their relationship evolved, the challenges they faced together, and the lessons they learned along the way. From moments of struggle to newfound understanding, this episode offers invaluable advice and hope for others navigating similar journeys.

In this episode of "Two Running Nerds and a Punk Rocker", we dive deep into Lindsay McDougall’s journey to becoming alcohol-free. We chat about the pivotal moments that led Lindsay, a punk rocker and beloved Triple J host, to make the switch to an AF lifestyle. Lindsay opens up about what it’s like to stay sober while on tour, how ditching booze has transformed his life, and even shares his favourite alcohol-free drinks and alternatives. It’s an honest, fun, and inspiring conversation that highlights the challenges and rewards of life without alcohol.