The Sober Effect

This episode Kate & Steph talk to Luke, who was diagnosed with ADHD in his 30s. Luke had an unhealthy relationship with drugs and alcohol and never understood what it was he was trying to control or escape, but he knew it was something. We talk to him about how sobriety, an ADHD diagnosis and prescription drugs have totally changed his life.Show NotesYour thoughts can help shape the future of the show. Take The Sober Effect Podcast Survey. Follow Luke on Instagram @llukebaylissFollow The Sober Effect on Instagram@the_sober_effect_podcastKate @‌walking_the_straight_lineSteph @‌this.is.steph.soberEmail thesobereffect23@gmail.comWatch The Sober Effect Podcast on YouTubeMusic for The Sober EffectTheme written by: Pearl @‌rock_bottomed_girlPerformed by : CharmJar @‌charmjar_musicBass and Vocals: PearlGuitar, Keys, Drums: Thumbelina Jim

This episode Kate & Steph talk to Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Alcohol Recovery Coach, Steph, about all things food and nutrition. We talk about things like what happens to your body when you stop drinking, why we get such bad sugar cravings and how long it takes to lose weight when you quit the booze. We also cover body image and what it means to get healthy in a truly healthy way.Show NotesYour thoughts can help shape the future of the show. Take The Sober Effect Podcast Survey.Follow The Sober Effect on Instagram @the_sober_effect_podcastKate @‌walking_the_straight_lineSteph @‌this.is.steph.soberEmail thesobereffect23@gmail.comWatch The Sober Effect Podcast on YouTubeSteph Prangley is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Alcohol Recovery Coach living with her husband, 3 dogs, and too many houseplants in Greenville, SC. She owns The Sober Rebellion, a virtual private practice helping clients heal their brain, gut, and hormones. She specializes in elevating alcohol recovery by repairing the body from the damage done with long-term alcohol use, addressing underlying concerns and conditions, and helping clients implement practical and sustainable solutions to long-term wellness.Steph’s story is deeply rooted in a history of high-achieving perfectionism and self-sabotage. In her 20s and 30s, she escaped feelings of low self-worth by overworking and disordered eating. In her late-30s, she began healing her relationship with work, food, and her body, but developed a disordered relationship with alcohol instead.Steph has found freedom from alcohol, work addiction, and disordered eating by addressing her chronic health conditions and feelings of low self-worth. She loves serving her community and is passionate about using her training, experience, and education to serve people healing their relationship with alcohol.You can connect with her at her website https://www.thesoberrebellion.com/ or Instagram @thesoberrebellionMusic for The Sober EffectTheme written by: Pearl @‌rock_bottomed_girlPerformed by : CharmJar @‌charmjar_musicBass and Vocals: PearlGuitar, Keys, Drums: Thumbelina Jim

This episode Kate and Steph talk with Shannon, a mom of three who has experienced first-hand the effect that mommy wine culture can have on an individual. We talk about the dangers of using alcohol as a way to cope with the challenges of parenting and consider what sort of impact social media is really having on our drinking habits.Show NotesYour thoughts can help shape the future of the show. Take The Sober Effect Podcast Survey.Follow our Guest Shannon on Instagram @mommydoesnotneedwineFollow us on Instagram @the_sober_effect_podcastKate @‌walking_the_straight_lineSteph @‌this.is.steph.soberEmail thesobereffect23@gmail.comWatch The Sober Effect Podcast on YouTubeMusic for The Sober EffectTheme written by: Pearl @‌rock_bottomed_girlPerformed by : CharmJar @‌charmjar_musicBass and Vocals: PearlGuitar, Keys, Drums: Thumbelina Jim

This episode Kate and Steph talk with Lexa, who, at the age of 25, became her mother’s main caregiver. Her mother has Korsakoff syndrome, a memory disorder associated with alcoholism. Lexa shares her story and the truth about what alcohol can do to people on TikTok, where she films honest, raw and often heartbreaking moments in her day-to-day life.Show NotesYour thoughts can help shape the future of the show. Take The Sober Effect Podcast Survey.You can follow Lexa's story on TikTok @_the.hope.dealer_Follow us on Instagram@the_sober_effect_podcastKate @‌walking_the_straight_lineSteph @‌this.is.steph.soberEmail thesobereffect23@gmail.comWatch The Sober Effect Podcast on YouTubeMusic for The Sober EffectTheme written by: Pearl @‌rock_bottomed_girlPerformed by : CharmJar @‌charmjar_musicBass and Vocals: PearlGuitar,Keys, Drums: Thumbelina Jim

This episode Kate and Steph talk with Suze, who tried to moderate in numerous ways for five years before she finally quit. They discuss the far-fetched and often ridiculous ‘negotiations’ we make with ourselves when we are trying to limit our drinking and how this can often take us to an even darker and more tormenting place.Show NotesYour thoughts can help shape the future of the show. Take The Sober Effect Podcast Survey.Follow our guest Suze on Instagram @suzesoberFollow us on Instagram@the_sober_effect_podcastKate @‌walking_the_straight_lineSteph @‌this.is.steph.soberEmail thesobereffect23@gmail.comWatch The Sober Effect Podcast on YouTubeMusic for The Sober EffectTheme written by: Pearl @‌rock_bottomed_girlPerformed by : CharmJar @‌charmjar_musicBass and Vocals: PearlGuitar, Keys, Drums: Thumbelina Jim

This episode Kate and Steph talk with Rich, a former alcohol industry worker, who shares his transformative journey through sobriety and how it has influenced his perspective on selling and promoting alcohol. Rich takes us through his experiences in the hospitality industry and enlightens us on how he has leveraged this background to create a new alcohol-free beer brand. Tune in to discover his inspiring story of personal growth and entrepreneurship in the realm of alcohol alternatives.Show NotesYour thoughts can help shape the future of the show. Take The Sober Effect Podcast Survey.You can find Rich's AF brew Clean Break at www.cleanbreakbrewing.comInstagram and socials:@runningdry_rich@cleanbreakbrewing@runningdeyy_leedsFollow us on Instagram@the_sober_effect_podcastKate @‌walking_the_straight_lineSteph @‌this.is.steph.soberEmail thesobereffect23@gmail.comWatch The Sober Effect Podcast on YouTubeMusic for The Sober EffectTheme written by: Pearl @‌rock_bottomed_girlPerformed by : CharmJar @‌charmjar_musicBass and Vocals: PearlGuitar,Keys, Drums: Thumbelina Jim

This episode Kate & Steph talk to Katherine who shares her incredibly emotional story of losing everything to alcohol. This episode takes a slightly different format due to the length of Katherine’s interview so there isn’t much banter between the two hosts before or after. You will want to get the tissues ready for this one!Show NotesYour thoughts can help shape the future of the show. Take The Sober Effect Podcast Survey.Follow Katherine on Instagram @no.wine.in.the.carpool.lineFollow us on Instagram@the_sober_effect_podcastKate @‌walking_the_straight_lineSteph @‌this.is.steph.soberEmail thesobereffect23@gmail.comWatch The Sober Effect Podcast on YouTubeMusic for The Sober EffectTheme written by: Pearl @‌rock_bottomed_girlPerformed by : CharmJar @‌charmjar_musicBass and Vocals: PearlGuitar,Keys, Drums: Thumbelina Jim

This episode Kate & Steph talk to Lou, the founder of well-being hub Tweak Life. When Lou, a financial advisor, gave up alcohol, she couldn’t find many free resources online to help with her mental and physical health so she decided to set one up from her kitchen! And the rest, as they say, is history.Show NotesYour thoughts can help shape the future of the show. Take The Sober Effect Podcast Survey.Find Teak Life onInsta - https://www.instagram.com/tweaklifeuk/LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-morgan-uk/facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tweaklifeuk/website - www.tweaklife.co.ukFollow us on Instagram@the_sober_effect_podcastKate @‌walking_the_straight_lineSteph @‌this.is.steph.soberEmail thesobereffect23@gmail.comWatch The Sober Effect Podcast on YouTubeMusic for The Sober EffectTheme written by: Pearl @‌rock_bottomed_girlPerformed by : CharmJar @‌charmjar_musicBass and Vocals: PearlGuitar, Keys, Drums: Thumbelina Jim

This episode Kate & Steph talk to Anneka, an alcohol-free manifestation coach, about why so many of us seem to become more interested in spirituality after giving up alcohol.Show NotesYour thoughts can help shape the future of the show. Take The Sober Effect Podcast Survey.Sign up for Sober and SoulFULL Monthly Membership for only £30 a month:https://stan.store/Coachingbyanneka/p/welcome-to-the-alumni-membership-portalSign up for the next round of Sober and SoulFULL (6 week immersive course)⁠https://coachingbyanneka.co.uk/sign-up-for-an-immersive-6-week-course/?_gl=1*1ahpwrv*_ga*MjA2NDk5ODQ3My4xNjc4NjQ0MDcy*_up*MQ..⁠Book a Discovery Call to discuss Anneka's One to One Coaching and Mentoring Packages:⁠https://coachingbyanneka.co.uk/coaching/?_gl=1*uq2ply*_ga*MjA2NDk5ODQ3My4xNjc4NjQ0MDcy*_up*MQ..⁠Follow Anneka on TikTok: @coachingbyanneka_officialFollow Anneka on Insta: @coachingbyannekaListen to Anneka on ‘The Alcohol Free Vibes Podcast’Check out Anneka's FULL offer suite on my Stanstore: (includes 30 day AF challenge, Custom subliminals, free masterclass and more)⁠https://stan.store/Coachingbyanneka⁠If you would like to order The Alcohol Free Vibes Journal from Amazon, please head on over to Amazon and you will find it listed under that name!Follow us on Instagram@the_sober_effect_podcastKate @walking_the_straight_lineSteph @this.is.steph.soberEmail thesobereffect23@gmail.comWatch The Sober Effect Podcast on YouTube

This episode Kate & Steph talk to the wonderfully talented Pearl about how her creativity was fueled by alcohol and what sobriety has done to that creative streak.Show NotesYour thoughts can help shape the future of the show. Take The Sober Effect Podcast Survey.Follow us on Instagram@the_sober_effect_podcastKate @walking_the_straight_lineSteph @this.is.steph.soberEmail thesobereffect23@gmail.comWatch The Sober Effect Podcast on YouTubeMusic for The Sober EffectTheme written by: Pearl @rock_bottomed_girlPerformed by : CharmJar @charmjar_musicBass and Vocals: PearlGuitar, Keys, Drums: Thumbelina Jim