A Sober Girls Guide Podcast

Jennifer Salzman: ADHD and Alcohol

Why do women with ADHD struggle to quit drinking? Jessica sits down with Jennifer, Rebel Without a Drink, to explore how understanding your brain changes everything about sobriety. If you’ve ever wondered why your brain won’t slow down, why you can’t “just have one,” or why quitting drinking feels like a full-time job, this episode is for you.
Together they explore:
How to know if you might have ADHD as a woman (and why it’s often missed)
Why ADHD brains crave relief and stimulation at the same time
The dopamine trap that makes alcohol feel like it “helps” (but actually burns you out)
How to calm your mind, regulate emotions, and build focus without drinking
ADHD-friendly tools, routines, and supplements that actually work
Why willpower isn’t the problem, energy is

How to Bounce Back After a Sip-Up

Had a sip-up? You’re not alone, and it doesn’t have to derail your Sober Gir journey. In this episode of A Sober Girls Guide Podcast, we walk through how to process a setback with reflection and grace while giving you simple, practical actions to get back on track.
Learn how to:
-Turn a stumble into a stepping stone
-Rebuild your confidence
-The next steps to move forward
Every fall is an opportunity to rise stronger.
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Emily Susman: The Lie Alcohol Told Me

What happens when the lifestyle you built your life around suddenly stops working?
Chef and creator of Emma Claire's Kitchen Emily Susman, shares her sobriety journey, how she lost over 100 lbs, and what it really looks like to quit drinking in a culture where alcohol is everywhere.
 
Emily shares how she started drinking at just 14, spent years in the hospitality world where alcohol was normalized, and the moment she realized drinking was taking more from her life than it was giving.
This conversation dives into the emotional side of sobriety that so many women experience but rarely talk about. Shame, loneliness, pressure to drink, and the surprising transformation that can happen when alcohol is no longer in the picture.

India Gants: Americas Next Top Model & Sobriety

In this raw and inspiring episode, America’s Next Top Model winner India Gants opens up about her sober journey and her experience leaving a narcissistic, abusive relationship.
We talk about the striking similarities between alcohol dependency and toxic partners, how both can keep you stuck in self-doubt and fear,  and the freedom that comes from breaking those cycles.
India shares how sobriety gave her the clarity and confidence to trust herself again, recognize red flags, and build a healthier, happier life.
If you’ve ever struggled with alcohol, felt trapped in an unhealthy relationship, or wondered how the two can be connected, this conversation is a must-listen.
 

Angela Hansen: Confessions from an Alcohol Free Store Owner

In this episode, I sit down with the founder of Mocktails, Angela Hansen, to talk about the sober curious movement, non alcoholic drinks, and the real pain points women face when changing their relationship with alcohol.
We get honest about:
The 5 pm wine habit and why it feels so hard to break
Mom guilt, burnout, and using wine as a reward
Feeling left out socially when you stop drinking
If you are sober curious, cutting back, or fully alcohol free but still navigating cravings, loneliness, or social pressure, this episode will make you feel seen.
Sobriety isn’t about restriction. It’s about reclaiming your energy, confidence, and peace.

Sandra Vergara: Selling Sunset and Sobriety

Sandra Vergara, actress, luxury real estate agent, and newest face of Selling Sunset, shares about the moment she realized drinking was lowering her energy and blocking the life she was trying to grow into. Sandra opens up about her sobriety journey, her emotional patterns, and how discovering Kabbalah became the spiritual framework that helped her rebuild from the inside out.
We discuss:
• Emotional patterns Sandra uncovered once she stopped drinking• How Kabbalah supported her healing and self-awareness• Staying grounded in entertainment and real estate
 

Sabrina Zohar: The Ultimate Guide to Sober Dating

Dating without alcohol? It’s not only possible, it’s powerful. In this episode, we’re joined by Sabrina Zohar, the no-BS dating and relationship coach you didn’t know you needed.
Sabrina is here to break down everything you need to know about sober dating. From navigating awkward first dates to building real connections without the liquid courage.
We get into:
What to do besides “grabbing a drink” on a date
How to define your standards and non-negotiables (and stick to them)
Calming your dating/relationship anxiety
How to know when it’s time to move to the next level in your relationship
Whether you're newly single, in a situationship, or healing from heartbreak—this episode is your sober dating cheat code. 🔐

Christina Smallwood: Hope in the Hard

Christina knows hard in a very real way. From the tragic loss of her father, to years of infertility, to overcoming alcoholism, to becoming a mother to a special needs child, her life has asked everything of her and then some.
Christina opens up about what it actually looks like to keep going when life keeps knocking you down. We talk about how she learned to find hope in the hardest seasons, not by bypassing the pain but by meeting it head-on. She shares how sobriety became a turning point, how motherhood reshaped her strength, and why getting back up isn’t about motivation, it’s about decision.
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How to manage cravings like a pro

This episode is for high-functioning women who feel like they should have it together but are quietly struggling with alcohol. We break down why willpower doesn’t work, what’s really happening in your nervous system during cravings, and how to build sustainable sobriety without white knuckling.
We also talk about identity shifts in sobriety, setting boundaries without over-explaining, and how to stop worrying about making others uncomfortable around drinking.
You’ll learn practical, supportive tools to help you predict and prevent cravings, including how the Bestday app helps you understand your personal patterns so sobriety feels more doable.
Whether you’re sober curious, newly sober, or recommitting, this episode will help you feel supported, grounded, and less alone.

Veronica: Alcoholic Princess Diaries

Trigger warning: this episode includes discussion of suicide attempts and may be sensitive for some listeners.
In this episode, I sit down with the creator of Alcoholic Princess Diaries, Veronica. We dive into one of the biggest questions in sobriety. Is alcoholism a disease or not? And how that belief shapes shame, responsibility, and self-forgiveness.
This conversation covers early sobriety, letting go of the drinking identity, and how to deal with shame around past choices made while drinking. We talk about growth without self-punishment and what becoming your best self actually looks like when alcohol is no longer part of the picture.
If you’re sober curious, alcohol-free, or questioning your relationship with drinking, this episode offers honest insight, humor, and relatable recovery insight.
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