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Clean Play Podcast
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Anne Skriba, former college basketball player and coach, and Chris Marshall, a once licensed clinician and Sans Bar founder, host the Clean Play Podcast. Explore sports, sobriety, and wellness through athlete interviews and stories. Learn how athletics can help to foster a sober lifestyle. Gain insights and strategies for living actively without alcohol.
Episodes
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You Don't Have to Get Ready If You Stay Ready — Sobriety and Summer
Summer is in full swing and this episode feels like it. Anne and Chris are back with one of their most natural, wide-ranging conversations yet — from nostalgic summers spent playing pickup ball all day, to the electric energy of the World Cup in Seattle, to the real talk about what sober travel...
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Sobriety Is the Ultimate Liberation — Pride, Dry July, and Living Your Truth Ep 39
What does a 29-point comeback have to do with sobriety? More than you think. Anne and Chris are back together and covering a lot of ground — from the Knicks pulling off one of the most memorable Finals runs in recent memory, to the rise of Olivia Miles in the WNBA, to a really honest and personal...
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From the Field to Finding Yourself: Dom Johnson of Spark Coaching Ep 38
If you've ever asked yourself "who am I without my sport?" — this episode is for you. This week Anne sits down with Dom Johnson, former college football and basketball player, athlete transition coach, and founder of Spark Coaching. Dom's journey — from a turbulent childhood watching his dad...
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Film Study for Sobriety: How Preparation Beats Willpower Every Time Ep 37
Summer is here — and if you're sober or sober curious, you already know this season can hit different. Season three of the Clean Play Podcast is officially back, and Anne and Chris are kicking things off with an honest check-in on where they've been, what's changed, and what this season is all...
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What Happens When Sobriety Stops Being the Sun? Ep 36
Season 2 ends the way the Clean Play Pod lives: honest, sports-nerdy, and forward-facing. Anne and Chris wrap up 2025’s biggest sports moments—from the Super Bowl to the NBA Finals to women’s hoops rising—and name what those storylines teach us about sobriety, identity, and change. Then the...
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Teacher of the Year to Treatment: Jessica Dueñas on Worthiness & Sobriety Ep 35
What happens when you’re excellent on paper—but falling apart in private? In this episode, Anne and Chris sit down with Jessica Dueñas (Bottomless to Sober, former teacher, Kentucky State Teacher of the Year) for a conversation about body image, achievement, stigma, and the moment sobriety…
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Section Yellow, Sober Fans, and Your First Alcohol-Free Thanksgiving Ep 34
In this episode of Clean Play, Anne and Chris start with NFL chaos, grieving a tragic loss in the Cowboys organization, and end up exactly where they always do: life beyond the game. They talk about the pressure athletes feel to “play through the pain,” Anne’s three-year sobriety milestone and…
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Sports Betting & Fair Play: What’s At Stake for the Game Ep 33
If you’ve ever felt that quiet “I think I might be done with this version of myself” moment — this one is for you. This episode hits the real tension: when your old role, your old grind, or your old identity stops serving you… and you can feel the pivot coming — but you don’t know what the next...
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The Slow Burn: Lasting Growth in Sports, Sobriety & Life Ep 32
You don’t need another hype video—you need a game plan you can actually sustain. If you’re an athlete navigating life after sport or sober-curious about what comes next, this episode gives you a pace that wins in the long run. We break down the “slow burn” approach: controlled pace, load...
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Going for It on Fourth Down: Risk, Resilience, and Sobriety Ep 31
When the game is on the line—fourth and one—you either play it safe or you go for it. Athletes know that choice. So do people rebuilding life after sport or navigating sobriety. This episode breaks down what it really means to step into pressure moments and live with the outcome—win or lose.…
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Humans Were Designed to Create: A Conversation on Sobriety, Sports, and Self-Trust Ep 30
Stop Consuming. Start Creating. If you’ve been feeling stuck, drained, or like life after sport has lost its spark, this one’s for you. Mark Cuban once said, “Humans were designed to create. This is why you get depressed when all you do is consume.” In this episode, Anne and Chris break down what...
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Staying in the Gym: How Consistency Fuels Growth in Sports, Sobriety, and Life Ep 29
In this episode of the Clean Play Podcast, Chris and Anne dive deep into the concept of “staying in the gym”—the discipline of showing up consistently for your growth, whether you’re training for a championship, building a sober life, or leading yourself through personal transformation. From...
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What Kombucha, Ironman, and Sobriety Have in Common Ep 28
Title: Slowing Down to Get Ahead Description: In this episode, Chris and I dive deep into a counterintuitive truth we’ve both lived in sports, sobriety, business, and life: sometimes the fastest way forward is to slow down. From the pace of an NBA Finals game to the lessons of a NASCAR track, we...
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Slowing Down to Get Ahead: The Power of Rest, Reflection, and Resetting Your Game Plan Ep 27
Episode Title: Slowing Down to Get Ahead: The Power of Rest, Reflection, and Resetting Your Game Plan Episode Summary: In this episode of the Clean Play Podcast, Chris and I dive into a counterintuitive truth: sometimes the fastest way to move forward is to slow down. We explore why rest isn’t…
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Why In-Person Connection Still Matters: Lessons from Our NYC Meetup Ep 26
Why In-Person Connection Still Matters: Lessons from Our NYC Meetup Episode Summary: Sometimes the moments that change us the most aren’t about the place—they’re about the people. In this episode, Chris and I unpack our recent trip to New York: the energy, the unexpected lessons, and the way...
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Why In-Person Connection Will Always Be Worth the Effort Ep 25
Why In-Person Connection Will Always Be Worth the Effort Episode Summary: Virtual connection is easy, but it can’t replace the magic of showing up in person. In this episode, Chris and I reflect on our recent trip to New York—our first live podcast recording together—and the lessons it taught us...
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Creativity, Courage, and Four Years Sober: A Conversation with Jamie Magnant Ep 24
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris sit down with returning guest—and now official “star player”—Jamie Magnet. Jamie is a writer, creator, entrepreneur, and sober queer human who has just celebrated a huge milestone: four years free from alcohol and...
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From the Court to Courage: Karolina Rzadkowolska: on Purpose, Sobriety, and Living an Extraordinary Life Ep 23
In this inspiring Season 2 premiere of the Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris sit down with bestselling author, speaker, and alcohol-free empowerment coach Karolina Rzadkowolska for a powerful conversation about courage, purpose, and what it really means to live an extraordinary life. Karolina...
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Playing the Long Game: Sobriety, Sports, and the Power of an Internal Team Ep 22
Anne and Chris sit down with Lynnae who shares her story to freedom around alcohol. How IFS and other coping techniques help her on her sober path and how year 2 of sobriety is looking for her. She shares her wisdom, candor and powerful message about the freedom a sober lifestyle has given her.
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Handle Hard Better: Lessons from Sports, Sobriety, and Life’s Tough Seasons Ep 21
In this episode of the Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris dig into a viral clip from Duke Women’s Basketball Head Coach Kara Lawson—one that flips the script on how we think about life’s challenges. The takeaway? Life doesn’t get easier. You get better at handling hard. From the hardwood to the...
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Season 2 Kickoff: Better Ways, Bigger Conversations & A New Playbook for Sobriety and Sports Ep 20
We’re back! In the Season 2 opener of the Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris return with fresh energy, new perspectives, and a game plan to expand the conversations at the intersection of sports, sobriety, and authentic living. Anne shares what’s been happening in her “off-season”—from a big move...
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Season Finale: Wins, Setbacks, and Sober Momentum Ep 19
You don’t need perfect conditions to move—just a honest check-in and the next right play. If you’re an athlete (or former one) who’s sober curious and staring down a life transition, this season finale will feel like a huddle that actually helps. We look back on Season 1 and get real about wins,...
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Season One Wrap-Up Part 1 : What We Learned from a Year of Growth and Grit Ep 18
Every athlete knows the importance of finishing strong—and this episode is exactly that. As we close out Season One of The Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris get real about what it takes to start something new, stay consistent when life gets messy, and keep showing up even when it’s far from...
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“I Didn’t Come This Far…”: Marathon Mindset in Sober Life Ep 17
If you’re an athlete (or former one) sitting at the start line of change, this episode is your pace car. We’re talking real-life tools to move from “maybe I should” to “I did”—on the road and in your alcohol-free life. Distance runner Crystal Rosales joins us from Chicago to break down how she…
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What the Olympics Teach Us About Recovery and Belonging Ep 16
What do the Olympics, ballet, and sobriety have in common? More than you’d think. In this episode, Anne and Chris unpack their recent conversation with Houston legend Lauren Anderson—the first Black principal dancer for the Houston Ballet—and reflect on what her story reveals about discipline,...
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Life After the Stage: Lauren Anderson’s 15 Years Alcohol-Free Ep 15
What happens when one of America’s most celebrated ballerinas—someone who reached the absolute peak of her craft—finds herself starting over? In this episode, Lauren Anderson, the first Black principal dancer at the Houston Ballet, gets real about the highs of performance, the crash of addiction,...
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Floating Through the Doldrums: Staying Steady in Sobriety Ep 14
Ever hit a stretch in life—or sobriety—where nothing feels like it’s moving? That in-between space where the excitement fades, the grind feels endless, and you start wondering if you’ve lost your edge? This episode is all about that. Anne and Chris dive into what they call the doldrums—those…
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How to Bounce Back After a Miss — On the Court and in Life Ep 13
Ever missed an easy layup and felt like it was bigger than basketball? This week, Anne and Chris get real about what happens when performance, pressure, and perfectionism collide—on the court and in life after sport. Summary: In this episode of the Clean Play Podcast, Anne opens up about a tough...
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Short Memory, Long Season: Staying Sober Through Setbacks Ep 12
In this episode of The Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris welcome their second guest, Rachel K, for a powerful conversation about recovery, relapse, and resilience—both on the field and off. A lifelong athlete and proud St. Louis native, Rachel shares how growing up in a city obsessed with sports...
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Finding Home in the Game: Connection, Loyalty, and Recovery Ep 11
In this milestone episode of The Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris welcome their very first guest — John a.k.a. “J-Flow” — for a conversation about fandom, faithfulness, and finding joy in the long game. From childhood memories of the New Orleans Saints and Chicago Bulls to Anne’s own years of...
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For The Love of the Game: Finding Joy in Sobriety Ep 10
In this milestone episode of The Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris explore what it really means to love the game—of basketball, of healing, and of life. From childhood memories of MJ and Kobe to the grind of college athletics, Anne shares how her relationship with basketball has evolved through...
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Rehab and Recovery: What Healing Teaches Athletes About Sobriety Ep 9
In this episode of The Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris dive into the parallels between physical rehab and emotional recovery — and how both demand one thing athletes often avoid: rest. After years of pushing through pain and “playing hurt,” Anne shares what it’s been like to return to physical...
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Welcome to the League: What the Caitlin Clark Moment Reveals Ep 8
In this episode of The Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris dive into one of the biggest conversations in sports right now — the WNBA, Caitlin Clark, and the complex emotions rising around competition, race, and respect. From “welcome to the league” moments to the reality of physical play and media...
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Consistency Builds Trust—In Sport, Life, and Sobriety Ep 7
In this episode of The Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris get real about one of the most underrated skills in both sport and sobriety: consistency. They explore how showing up—especially when you don’t feel like it—builds the foundation for lasting change. From 4:30 a.m. basketball runs to sober...
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Sports as a mirror for life and recovery — teamwork, consistency, film study, healing together Ep 6
In this episode of The Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris dive into what it really means to heal—mentally, physically, and emotionally—after life in sport. Building on last week’s heavy conversation, they explore how athletes can seek support and build resources that truly serve their recovery…
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Letting Go of the Old Playbook: Building Identity Beyond the Game Ep 5
In this deeply personal episode of The Clean Play Podcast, Chris and Anne discuss the recent, untimely passing of a professional golfer, reflecting on the profound impact it has had on them and the sports community. They candidly share their own experiences with mental health issues and crises,...
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Finding Your Core Squad: Recovery, Sports, and Lasting Growth Ep 4
You don’t win championships—or stay sober—by going it alone. The same way a team builds trust, accountability, and momentum on the court or field, you need the right people in your corner to navigate life after sport and build an alcohol-free lifestyle that actually lasts. In this episode, Chris...
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Rewriting the Playbook: Chris Marshall on Sports, Sobriety, and Identity Ep 3
Athletes are taught to push through pain, keep grinding, and find identity in the game. But what happens when the game is over—and alcohol takes its place? If you’ve ever wondered who you are without sports or questioned how drinking fits into your story, this episode will hit home. In this...
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From Athlete to Alcohol-Free: Anne’s Journey Beyond the Game Ep 2
You can train for the game, grind through practice, and play through pain—but what happens when the opponent is alcohol? For so many athletes, drinking is woven into the culture: win or lose, you drink. In this episode, I share my story of breaking free from that cycle and discovering who I am in...
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Welcome To The Clean Play Podcast: The Rookie and the Vet: Sobriety Lessons from the Game Ep 1
You love the game, but wonder what life looks like when you stop drinking. Can you still tailgate, hoop, or sit through a football Saturday without a beer in hand? This episode is for every athlete—past or present—navigating who they are without alcohol. In the very first episode of Clean Play...
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Anne Skriba, former college basketball player and coach, and Chris Marshall, a once licensed clinician and Sans Bar founder, host the Clean Play Podcast. Explore sports, sobriety, and wellness through athlete interviews and stories. Learn how athletics can help to foster a sober lifestyle. Gain insights and strategies for living actively without alcohol.
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Anne Skriba, former college basketball player and coach, and Chris Marshall, a once licensed clinician and Sans Bar founder, host the Clean Play Podcast. Explore sports, sobriety, and wellness through athlete interviews and stories. Learn how athletics can help to foster a sober lifestyle. Gain...
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