Going Deeper episodes will be less structured with a more conversational tone. These conversations will focus on interesting people I've come across that share similar values, perspectives and intentions expressed on the Minimalist Moms Podcast.

In this episode, I sit down with debut author Jessica Guerrieri to talk about her novel Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea—and the real-life journey that inspired it. Jessica opens up about motherhood, addiction, and the cultural pressures of “mommy wine culture,” sharing how sobriety, writing, and community became lifelines in her story. This is a raw and hopeful conversation about breaking free from unhealthy narratives, finding healthier ways to cope, and using storytelling to spark empathy and healing.

Previous Going Deeper Episodes:

From Brain Games to Brave Moves: Jerry Kolber’s Journey from TV to Purpose-Driven Podcasting

Building Fount: Business, Family, & the Balance In Between

Stop Saying You Can't: Why Mindset & Community Are Keys to a Healthier You

Building a Business: Navigating Friendship, Challenges & Growth in Podcasting

Choosing Quality Over Quantity (In Most Things) Can Improve Wellbeing

Ironman Battling Brain Cancer

Unschooling

My Parent is a Hoarder

Leaving Corporate for a More Intentional Career

Links Discussed in This Episode |

Creative Sobriety
Connect with Jessica:
Website
Instagram
Book: Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea

About Jessica |

Originally from the Bay Area, Jessica Guerrieri lives in Davis, California, with her husband and three young daughters. Jessica has a background teaching special education but left the field to pursue a career in writing. Her debut novel, Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, won the Maurice Prize for Fiction from her alma mater, UC Davis. With over a decade of sobriety, Jessica is a fierce advocate for addiction recovery.

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