Andy Ramage Podcast

In this episode, I’m joined by Jessica Clark for a powerful and honest conversation about what it really takes to change your relationship with alcohol and step into a more confident, intentional life.We talk about identity shifts, self-trust, consistency, and why quitting alcohol is not about restriction or deprivation, but about reclaiming energy, clarity, and personal power. Jessica shares her lived experience, the challenges she faced, and the mindset shifts that made lasting change possible.This episode is for anyone who knows alcohol is holding them back and is ready to lead their own life with more courage and self-belief.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy mindset matters more than willpowerHow identity drives long-term changeThe difference between quitting and upgrading your lifeWhy confidence grows through consistencyHow to navigate social pressure alcohol freeThe role of self-trust in behaviour changeWhy clarity beats motivation every timeHow alcohol quietly erodes performanceWhat it means to quit alcohol on your own termsHow to lead yourself like a bossTimestamps00:00 – 02:00 Jessica’s alcohol free turning point02:00 – 04:00 Why willpower is not the answer04:00 – 06:00 Identity shifts and self-leadership06:00 – 08:00 Social pressure and people pleasing08:00 – 10:00 Alcohol and confidence10:00 – 12:00 Consistency creates belief12:00 – 14:00 Building self-trust without alcohol14:00 – 16:00 Upgrading your life, not giving up16:00 – 18:00 Owning your alcohol free choice18:00 – End Quitting alcohol like a bossIf this episode resonated and you want support on your own alcohol free journey, here are a few ways to join me.If you want daily structure, guidance, and connection around living alcohol free, download DRYY (https://www.dryyapp.com/), my alcohol free app and community. It is designed to help you build clarity, consistency, and momentum without doing it alone.If living alcohol free is part of your lifestyle, check out Authentic Brew (https://www.authenticbrew.com/), a functional alcohol free drink designed to support focus, energy, and connection without compromise.If coaching is calling you and you want to learn how to help others change their lives, come and join me at Coach Business School (https://coachbusiness.school/), where I train and mentor coaches personally.And if you are already an accredited coach and want to build a sustainable coaching business, join me inside Coach MBA (https://coachbusiness.school/business-and-marketing-mastery/), where I teach marketing and business specifically for coaches.I would love to see you in the community very soon.Let’s do this.

In this episode, I share why I truly believe 2026 can become the most powerful year of your life.This is the in-between space. Christmas is done, the noise has quietened, and there is a rare moment to reflect, reset, and decide how you want to live going forward. I talk about foundations, ambition, consistency, and why removing alcohol is often the single biggest lever you can pull to unlock clarity, energy, and momentum.This is a rally call to dream bigger, think longer term, and stop repeating the same goals year after year. If you are ready to create a life of meaning, contribution, and real progress, this episode is for you.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy the in-between week is such a powerful momentHow alcohol quietly destroys consistency and momentumWhy consistency over time beats talent every timeThe One Thing that makes everything else easierHow to dream five to ten years into the futureWhy most people repeat the same goals every yearHow Big Hairy Audacious Goals train your brainThe role of ambition and moral ambitionWhy contribution creates meaning and fulfilmentHow to make 2026 a genuine turning pointTimestamps00:00 – 02:00 Why this reflection window matters02:00 – 04:00 Setting the foundation for your greatest year04:00 – 06:00 Alcohol and the destruction of consistency06:00 – 08:00 Why one year alcohol free changes everything08:00 – 10:00 Consistency, time, and elite performance10:00 – 12:00 The One Thing that transforms all others12:00 – 14:00 Big Hairy Audacious Goals explained14:00 – 16:00 Ambition, clarity, and long-term thinking16:00 – 18:00 Contribution, community, and meaning18:00 – End Why 2026 can truly be your greatest everIf this episode resonated and you want to take the next step, here are a few ways to join me.If you want daily structure, inspiration, and connection around living alcohol free, download DRYY, my alcohol free app and community. It is designed to help you build clarity, consistency, and momentum without doing it alone.If living alcohol free is part of your journey, check out Authentic Brew, a functional alcohol free drink designed to support focus, energy, and connection without compromise. 25% of net profits go into rewilding people and places and doing good in the world.If you want to become an accredited coach and learn the skills to change lives, come and join me at Coach Business School. I will guide you personally through the training.And if you are already an accredited coach and want to build a sustainable, impactful coaching business, join me inside Coach MBA, where I teach marketing and business specifically for coaches.I would love to see you in the training very soon.Let’s make 2026 an absolute cracker.

In this episode, I walk you through how to set goals that actually work. Not the kind you rewrite every January, but the kind that genuinely transforms your life.For years, I wrote the same goals over and over again and wondered why nothing ever changed. The missing pieces were consistency, clarity, and removing the one thing that was quietly sabotaging my momentum. This conversation is about thinking bigger, training your brain properly, and creating the conditions where your goals stop feeling like wishful thinking and start becoming inevitable.If you want 2026 to be your best year yet, this episode is your starting point.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy most goals fail before FebruaryHow alcohol destroys consistency and momentumWhy big goals train your brain differentlyWhat Big Hairy Audacious Goals really areHow your brain filters opportunitiesWhy emotional connection to goals is essentialHow to stop repeating the same goals every yearWhy clarity creates confidenceHow long-term thinking changes everythingThe foundation required for real transformationTimestamps00:00 – 02:00 Why 2026 can be your best year yet02:00 – 04:00 The problem with repeating the same goals04:00 – 06:00 Alcohol, consistency, and broken momentum06:00 – 08:00 Removing alcohol as the foundation08:00 – 10:00 Big Hairy Audacious Goals explained10:00 – 12:00 Training your brain to spot opportunity12:00 – 14:00 Emotional connection and goal filtering14:00 – 16:00 Consistency over time changes everything16:00 – 18:00 Why most people stay stuck18:00 – End Building a life of abundance and purposeIf this episode resonated and you want to go deeper, here are a few ways you can join me.If you want to get accredited as a coach and learn how to do this work with others, come and join me at Coach Business School. I will guide you through the training from start to finish.If you are already an accredited coach and want to grow your business and impact, join me inside Coach MBA, where I teach marketing and business specifically for coaches.If part of your journey includes living alcohol free, check out Authentic Brew, a functional alcohol free drink designed to support focus, energy, and connection without compromise.And if you want daily support, learning, and community, download the DRYY app, our alcohol free platform and community.I would love to see you in the training very soon.Let’s do this.

In this episode, I share the extraordinary story of Neil Rutherford. A man who went from chronic illness, burnout, and quiet despair to reclaiming his health, identity, and purpose through lifestyle medicine and living alcohol free.Neil’s journey is not about willpower. It is about removing the one variable that was quietly sabotaging everything else. Alcohol. What followed was not just weight loss or better blood results, but a complete shift in how he lives, leads, and shows up for his family and the world.This conversation is living proof that the body wants to heal when you stop breaking it.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why alcohol is the most overlooked lifestyle medicine variableHow removing alcohol accelerates every other health interventionThe link between drinking, inflammation, anxiety, and chronic illnessWhy confidence without alcohol becomes internal and sustainableHow identity shifts after health transformationWhy lifestyle change beats medication aloneThe ripple effect of one person choosing an alcohol free lifeHow purpose often emerges after healingWhy men struggle in silence and how coaching changes thatWhat freedom actually feels like on the other sideTimestamps00:00 – 02:00 Neil’s introduction and why this story matters02:00 – 04:00 Recruitment culture, identity, and drinking as normal04:00 – 06:00 Obesity, anxiety, depression, and the hidden cost of alcohol06:00 – 08:00 Quitting alcohol and discovering time, clarity, and choice08:00 – 10:00 Lifestyle medicine, plant-based nutrition, and healing begin10:00 – 12:00 Reversing diabetes, liver damage, and chronic inflammation12:00 – 14:00 Gout, Christmas, and the moment everything changed14:00 – 16:00 Anxiety, nervous system recovery, and real calm16:00 – 18:00 Identity shift and becoming an Alcohol Free Warrior18:00 – End Purpose, coaching, leadership, and the ripple effect of changeIf this episode resonated and you want to take your alcohol free journey deeper, I highly recommend checking out Authentic Brew. It is a functional alcohol free drink designed to elevate energy, focus, and connection without the crash, the compromise, or the hangover. It is a powerful tool for anyone upgrading their lifestyle.If you want to get accredited as a coach, come and join me at Coach Business School. I am there to guide you through the training and support you every step of the way.If you are already an accredited coach and want to master the business and marketing side of coaching, join me inside Coach MBA.I would love to see you in training very soon.Let’s do this.

In this episode, I share seven powerful ways to not just survive Christmas alcohol free but absolutely love it. This is your chance to step into January already energised, focused, and flying while everyone else is trying to recover from December.You will learn how to create new Christmas rituals, upgrade your festive drinks, protect your energy, set boundaries with kindness, and give your loved ones the greatest present of all. Your presence.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow to flip the script on Christmas and love it alcohol freeWhy December is the most powerful month to take a breakSeven practical strategies that make Christmas more joyfulHow to stay energised, connected and fully presentWhy going alcohol free turns you into a connection superpowerHow to show up as the real you for the people you loveTimestamps00:00 – 02:00 Why Christmas is the ultimate alcohol free challenge02:00 – 04:00 How December builds bulletproof momentum04:00 – 06:00 Focusing on the wins instead of what you lose06:00 – 08:00 Creating new uplifting Christmas rituals08:00 – 10:00 Upgrading your festive drinks the smart way10:00 – 12:00 Reclaiming your energy and your time12:00 – 14:00 Becoming more connected and more present14:00 – 16:00 Setting boundaries with kindness16:00 – 18:00 The greatest gift you can give your loved ones18:00 – End Bringing it all together and stepping into January strongIf you want to train with me and become an accredited coach, check out Coach Business School.If you are already accredited and want to learn the skills of business and marketing, join me in Coach MBA.And if you are embracing the alcohol free lifestyle, join DRYY, our incredible community and app.Plus, for functional festive drinks that elevate your energy without the hangover, visit Authentic Brew.Let’s do this!

In this episode, I sit down with Mike Mudie to talk about one of the most powerful stories I have ever been part of. Mike went from achieving the biggest professional success of his life straight into complete physical collapse. His body shut down. He could not walk. He could not lift a fork. And no one in traditional medicine could explain why.What followed was a six-month healing journey into holistic health, nature-based medicine, and reconnection with the body. That journey led to something extraordinary. Together, we explore how his burnout became the birth of Authentic Brew, a functional wellness drink powered by mushrooms, botanicals, and pure Mother Nature.This conversation is about more than business. It is about listening to your body, understanding burnout, the power of nature, and why sometimes life has to break you before it rebuilds you.What You Will Learn in This Episode:What burnout really looks like when your body completely shuts downWhy traditional medicine sometimes misses the root causeHow nature and holistic healing helped Mike recover his healthWhy disconnection from nature is making so many people unwellThe real story behind the creation of Authentic BrewWhy most so-called energy and health drinks are misleadingHow functional wellness can replace stimulants and alcoholWhy your darkest moment can become your biggest missionHow we are using business to rewild people and placesTimestamps: (podcast)00:00 – 02:40 Introduction and Mike’s background02:40 – 06:30 Career success followed by complete physical collapse06:30 – 10:20 When the body shuts down and doctors cannot explain why10:20 – 14:30 Discovering holistic healing and listening to the body14:30 – 18:10 Lessons from nature and the path to real recovery18:10 – 22:30 How burnout became the birth of Authentic Brew22:30 – 26:00 Functional wellness versus mainstream energy drinks26:00 – 30:40 Mushrooms, botanicals, and how they change daily performance30:40 – 35:20 Rewilding people and places through business35:20 – 40:10 From collapse to contribution and mission40:10 – End Final reflections, purpose, and what Mike wants people to take awayLinks and Resources:Discover Authentic BrewIf you want to experience a daily dose of wellness powered by Mother Nature and support the mission to rewild people and places, explore Authentic Brew and join the Authentic Brew Crew here: 👉 authenticbrew.comJoin me at the Coach Business SchoolIf you feel inspired by this episode and want to turn your own life experience into impact through coaching, you can train with me at the Coach Business School. Whether you want to get accredited as a coach or grow your coaching business, I will guide you every step of the way. 👉 coachbusiness.schoolAlready Accredited?Join my Coach MBA: Marketing and Business for Accredited Coaches to build a confident, sustainable, and purpose-driven coaching business. 👉 coachbusiness.schoolIf this conversation moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Someone on the edge of burnout. Someone on the edge of change. Someone searching for something more real.Let’s do this.

In this episode, I sit down with Claire MacAskill, someone I have known for many years and watched grow in courage, confidence, and self-belief. Claire has been alcohol-free for seven years, and in that time she has transformed her health, her mindset, and her entire life. From struggling with weekend drinking to becoming a world-class marathon runner in her fifties, her story is one of resilience, consistency, and pure inspiration.We talk about everything from her early days as a grey-area drinker, to the moment she decided she wanted more from life, to running marathons around the world and qualifying for global championships. Claire’s honesty, vulnerability, and strength shine through every moment of this conversation. If you are looking for proof that life gets bigger, brighter, and more meaningful without alcohol, this episode is for you.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Claire went from weekend drinking to seven years alcohol-freeWhy removing alcohol unlocked her best fitness, mindset, and confidenceHow she became fitter and faster in her fifties than in her twentiesThe truth about heart rate, recovery, and how alcohol affects performanceWhy anxiety often disappears when alcohol disappearsThe mindset shift that turned running into her new pub and her new tribeHow self-development and authenticity became central to her alcohol-free lifeWhy is it never too late to step into your full potentialTimestamps00:00 – 02:00 The three-layer formula02:00 – 04:00 Seven years alcohol-free04:00 – 06:00 From NYC hangovers to NYC marathons06:00 – 08:00 Finding her tribe08:00 – 11:00 Sliding doors: two possible lives11:00 – 14:00 The hidden cost of ‘just one’14:00 – 17:00 Alcohol-free: the real superpower17:00 – 20:00 Consistency creates confidence20:00 – 24:00 Reborn at 4524:00 – End Medals, mindset, and meaningLinks and Resources:Join me at the Coach Business School:If this alcohol-free journey has sparked something in you and you want to help others transform their lives, come and train with me at the Coach Business School. Whether you want to get accredited as a coach or you are already qualified and ready to master the business side of coaching, I would love to guide you.👉 Explore programs and resources at coachbusiness.schoolAlready accredited?Take the next step with my Coach MBA: Marketing and Business for Accredited Coaches, the place where I help coaches build thriving and meaningful coaching businesses.👉 Learn more at coachbusiness.schoolIf Claire’s story lit something inside you, share this episode, follow the show, and join me in the growing alcohol-free movement.Let’s do this.

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Andy Garwood, a man who has completely transformed his life since going alcohol-free. Andy has lost more than 77 pounds, become fitter in his sixties than he was in his thirties, and discovered a new sense of purpose and joy. We talk about health, fitness, mindset, and how walking away from alcohol can open the door to a richer, more meaningful life. This is a powerful reminder that it is never too late to rewrite your story.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Andy transformed his health and life after quitting alcoholWhy it is never too late to start overThe power of community and connection in the alcohol-free worldHow walking, hiking, and nature can fill the space that drinking once didWhy your story can inspire others, even when you do not realise itHow living alcohol-free helps you rediscover your purpose, energy, and joyTimestamps:00:00 – 02:00 The comeback of a lifetime02:00 – 04:00 From five days on to two days off04:00 – 06:00 A father’s proudest moment06:00 – 08:30 The silent impact you’ll never see08:30 – 11:00 Boundaries and balance11:00 – 15:00 Finding your tribe15:00 – 18:30 Climbing higher, living fuller18:30 – 22:00 Adding life to your years22:00 – 26:00 The greatest gift of all26:00 – End Becoming your true selfLinks & Resources:Join me at the Coach Business School: If your alcohol-free journey has sparked something in you and you would love to help others do the same, come and train with me at the Coach Business School. Whether you want to get accredited as a coach or grow your coaching business, I will guide you every step of the way. 👉 Explore programs and free resources at coachbusiness.schoolAlready Accredited? Take the next step with my Coach MBA: Marketing and Business for Accredited Coaches, designed to help you build a thriving, purpose-driven coaching business. 👉 Learn more at coachbusiness.schoolIf you are ready to live with more energy, confidence, and purpose, this episode will show you what is truly possible. Let’s do this.

In this episode, I tackle one of the biggest questions I get asked: Can alcohol moderation actually work? After 12 years on this alcohol-free adventure, I’ve seen it all, from people who transform their lives during a break to those who try to “drink on their terms” and end up right back where they started. I unpack what moderation really means, why willpower alone doesn’t work, and the truth behind those “just one or two” nights that never stay that way.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:What moderation really looks like (and why it rarely lasts)The neuroscience behind why alcohol hijacks your brainWhy willpower isn’t a long-term strategyThe illusion of “social drinking” and how it keeps people stuckThe difference between a moderation mindset and a mostly dry mindsetWhy going alcohol-free unlocks energy, joy, and true freedomTimestamps:00:00 – 01:00 The myth of moderation01:00 – 03:00 The post-break trap03:00 – 05:00 What moderation really means05:00 – 07:00 The science of willpower07:00 – 08:30 The prefrontal shutdown08:30 – 10:00 The illusion of control10:00 – 12:00 Mostly dry vs moderation12:00 – 14:00 The non-drinker in disguise14:00 – 17:00 Alcohol is a drug, full stop17:00 – End Taste, truth, and freedomLinks & Resources:Join me at the Coach Business School: If your alcohol-free journey has inspired you to help others, coaching might be your next step. Whether you want to get accredited as a coach or you’re already qualified and want to grow your business, I’ll guide you through both world-class coach training and business mastery.👉 Explore programs and free resources at coachbusiness.schoolAlready Accredited? Join my Coach MBA - Marketing and Business for Accredited Coaches, and learn how to turn your passion into a thriving, purpose-driven career. 👉 Learn more at coachbusiness.schoolIf you’re questioning moderation or curious about life beyond alcohol, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to make the choice that truly serves you. Let’s do this.

In person with Matt Pink on Alcohol Free and SpiritualityA deeper, slower conversation to open the new in-person era. Andy sits down with friend and creator Matt Pink to explore what really unfolds after going alcohol free. The chat ranges from grief and gratitude to spirituality, men’s work, and the courage to live fully in the present. Matt shares the encounter that jolted him back to life, the love story that followed, lessons from a professionally guided retreat, and why removing alcohol creates the space for meaning, purpose, and real connection.What you will hearOrigin storyHow chance, inspiration, and early alcohol free experiments led Matt to change his life and identity.Spirituality without the labels Why many rediscover a personal spiritual practice once alcohol is removed, and how that supports courage, clarity, and calm.Grief, love, and gratitude Finding light in the darkest moments, becoming a present dad, and choosing growth over victimhood.Real talk about sobriety The highs, the hard bits, and why comfort habits can box us in while stilling the mind open up new possibilities.Creating work with heart Building useful things in the world, facing real-world constraints, and meeting them all with a firm step.Timestamps00:00 – 02:00 The power of presence02:00 – 04:30 The alcohol-free ripple effect04:30 – 07:30 A message from beyond07:30 – 10:30 The stranger who saved my life10:30 – 14:00 Finding faith in something bigger14:00 – 17:00 Alcohol vs spirituality17:00 – 21:00 Defining your own version of God21:00 – 25:00 Gratitude, loss, and love25:00 – 32:00 Beyond the past32:00 – End The next chapter of awakeningMentionedJourney of Souls by Michael NewtonRich Roll podcastDry app and community called DRYYWork with AndyIf you feel called to coach or to add more meaning and purpose to your work, explore Andy’s six-month Diploma in Positive Psychology and Diploma in Professional Coach Business & Marketing. Qualified coaches can join the Coach Business School for marketing and business training. 👉 Explore programs and free resources at coachbusiness.school