It’s been a while since I spoke with penpal #128, Kristi Coulter. At the time of this recording, she had a new book coming out (“Nothing Good Can Come From This” > https://amzn.to/2KmRaYa ) but the story of how she got to here has a lot to teach us sober folks … like, how do you deal … Continue reading Sober Podcast 260 – Kristi Coulter (2018) →

it’s not that we’re powerless over alcohol, it’s that we lose all ability to make decisions after the first drink. you want to get your power back? you can do that … ~ my book > www.100daysoberchallenge.com free daily emails > https://www.tiredofthinkingaboutdrinking.com facebook > https://www.facebook.com/tiredofdrinking/ become a podcast subscriber, get all the NEW audios as they are released, … Continue reading omm203.powerless →

This is my second official check-in from paris during the corona virus. this audio starts as a report on our day, what we did and didn’t do. Then it turns into a hard talk, between you and me, about who’s in charge of the inside of your head, and if you’re thinking that drinking right … Continue reading Sober Podcast 358 – Who’s in Charge of You? You are. →

This audio is a short update on what was happening here in Paris to do with the corona virus. in this audio, i talk about being calm, buying flour, and some ideas on how to stay connected. you’ll also get to hear my husband’s update as he returns from buying groceries for us at the … Continue reading Sober Podcast 357 – Update on corona virus (from Paris) →

“I wish I could have one drink, just have one glass and then stop. I know I’ve tried it before, but I really wish I could. Maybe I’ll try again.” compare that to: “I wish I could fly, just flap my wings and fly. I know I’ve tried to fly before, but I really wish … Continue reading Sober Podcast 229 – I Wish I Could Fly →

Today we talk about the history of the Tiny Gift Button and how it got started. And why. And the crying that was involved. It’s also about asking for help, worth, and not having a road map to follow. Sounds like sobriety

today i turned on the microphone and recorded an unusual little audio i’m calling ‘church’. it’s about something filmmaker M. Night Shymalan (Sixth Sense) says about life, and when I read it — i was struck with how what he was saying was ALSO about being sober. send me an email and let me know your … Continue reading Sunday Audio – An experiment in community (Intro & Control) →

I was a guest on Peter King’s podcast, “The PK Experience,” where he interviews ‘impact players’ (!). I talk about ‘Fucking Sheila in accounting’ … Recorded July 18, 2019. Feedback from listeners: K: “It’s about YOU being proud of you … You are driving the car of your own life … Fucking Sheila in accounting …” … Continue reading Sober Podcast 321 – My Interview with Peter King →

In May, 2017, I was on the radio twice in one day (yeah, THAT never happens). for the second one, my cell phone rings, and it’s: “can you talk for 5 minutes about being a sober coach, and can you get a penpal from London to come on too?” turns out the answer was YES. … Continue reading omm219.BBCLondon →

I was interviewed for the Iconic Moms podcast on November 23, 2019 by Alex, a very thoughtful and brave host. I am happy to be episode #17 on her new-ish show, and I think this interview is a good primer to learning about being sober.  As well, I think that Alex is sharing brave things, … Continue reading Sober Podcast 341 – Iconic Moms Podcast →