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Sober Not Sorry by Thrivalist
by Georgie Irvine
The ‘Sober not Sorry’ Podcast created by Thrivalist is the go-to podcast for anyone who is sober or sober curious. Everyone has a friend or a loved one who has a challenging relationship with alcohol. Tune in weekly to hear personal sobriety stories from members of our community plus expert advice on everything relating to changing your relationship with alcohol and crafting a wonderful sober life including topics in the areas of physical and mental health, wellness & more. Thrivalist is dedicated to removing the shame and stigma attached to having a drinking problem, and empowering women to see this change (sobriety) as an exciting new chapter. Visit our website: https://thrivalistsobriety.com Follow Thrivalist here on Instagram Join the free <a href="htt
Episodes
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The Thrivalist Community - The Power of Shared Sobriety
In this powerful and heart-led episode, I’m joined by four incredible Thrivalist members for a rich and honest group conversation about their individual paths towards sobriety — and the vital role community has played along the way. Each woman brings her own unique story, yet together, their…
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Maddie’s Story – One Hour at a Time
In this courageous and soul-stirring episode, I sit down with our beautiful Thrivalist member Maddie for a conversation that will move you to tears and leave you in awe of her strength. Maddie’s journey hasn’t been easy. She’s experienced more pain than many do in a lifetime – and for years, she...
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Liz’s Journey to Living in Alignment
In this honest and thought-provoking episode, I sit down with beautiful Thrivalist member Liz — a mum of three and intuitive healer — as she shares her powerful reckoning with alcohol. Liz wasn’t drinking heavily. In fact, by society’s standards, a wine or two in the evening seemed completely...
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Rewiring the Brain: How to Break Free from Drinking Patterns with Perri Curtis
In this episode of Sober Not Sorry, I’m joined by the incredible Perri Curtis—founder of Train the Brain, an evidence-based approach that blends psychology, neuroscience, and hypnotherapy to create real, lasting change. With over 30 years of experience in private practice, corporate leadership…
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The Beautiful Gifts of an Alcohol-Free Life — Rach’s Story
In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with long-time Sober Not Sorry listener Rach to hear her powerful sobriety story — one marked by courage, honesty, and deep personal transformation. Rach opens up about what life looked like before sobriety, the role alcohol played, and the moment she knew...
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Choosing Clarity: Katrina Umback on Grief, Sobriety & Healing
In this heartfelt and grounding episode, I sit down with my beautiful friend Katrina Umback—widow, mum, daughter, sister and friend—for a conversation that explores grief, healing, and the choice to live a sober curious life. Katrina has been sober on and off throughout her life, but it was after...
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Robert Marino - Founder of Rolling Hills Recovery Centre
In this raw and reflective episode, I sit down with Robert Marino – founder of Rolling Hills Recovery Center and Novara Recovery Center – to talk about addiction, faith, and the road to long-term recovery. Robert takes us into the depths of his story, sharing what life looked like in active...
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Reclaiming Identity with Rochelle Gregory
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Rochelle Gregory – the fierce and inspiring force behind the world-renowned fashion brand Rocky Rafaela – for a raw and moving conversation about her journey through trauma, addiction, identity, and reclaiming her truth. From a young age, Rochelle was the...
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Sobriety and Nutrition with Kelly Karakurt
Join me for a conversation with Kelly Karakurt—a nutrition coach, life coach, and CrossFit trainer—where we uncover how nutrition can truly transform your health and daily life. In this episode, we talk about how macronutrients like carbs, proteins, and fats are the building blocks for better...
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Mini Episode: Q&A with Georgie and Bec
In this mini-episode of Sober Not Sorry, Bec and I are back with a Q&A session, tackling some of the burning questions you, our amazing listeners, have sent in. We’re diving into the topics that matter most to you, from navigating social situations sober to building confidence and embracing a...
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Your Human Design - with Liz White
Unlock the power of human design with my special guest, Liz, a former kindergarten teacher who has now become an intuitive healer. Liz’s journey from teaching to discovering she’s a Reflector—one of the rarest human design types—led her to profound clarity and self-acceptance. She now guides…
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Mini Episode - Sober Holidays
Imagine going on a holiday and experiencing every moment with clarity and joy. That’s exactly what happened during my last sober holiday. Hear how I got to enjoy dressing up, heading out, eating delicious meals with family, all without a drop of alcohol or even a thought of it. This episode will...
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The Mindful Mocktail
When Nat from the Mindful Mocktail decided to quit drinking in January 2020, she never imagined it would lead to a creative odyssey that would transform her life and the lives of so many others. Struggling with the demands of motherhood and seeking peace without the crutch of alcohol, Nat turned…
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Discussing Davey Lloyd’s newly found sobriety
In today's episode I had the honour of speaking with Davey Lloyd who many of you might recognize from Sam Frost season of The Bachelorette and his appearance on Bachelor in Paradise. Once widely known as the ultimate party boy, Davey’s life is currently undergoing a significant transformation....
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Learn how to reprogram your neural pathways with Heather Musgrove
Unlock the secrets to holistic health with Heather Musgrove as she takes us on her journey from conventional nursing to becoming a renowned naturopath, nutritionist, and herbalist. Heather’s unique approach to women's health, will leave you inspired. She blends different health disciplines to...
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Mini Episode: Q&A
What if you could transform your life by simply saying no to that next drink? This Q&A episode of the Sober Not Sorry podcast brings you an inspiring journey towards sobriety and the profound benefits that come with it. Join us as I share pieces of my personal story, driven by the need to…
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A sober New Years Eve with Thrivalist member Carly
Carly, a resilient Mum and Thrivalist Member made a brave and life changing decision on New Year's Eve to finally quit drinking, a choice that has since improved her mental health and overall well-being. In this episode Carly takes us through her journey of sober curiosity, from her early days of...
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Steph's courageous story
Our latest episode with an inspiring Thrivalist Member is a narrative of liberation. Steph's courageous decision to swap alcohol for a life enriched with authentic joys, sets the stage for a candid exploration of alcohol addiction, societal pressures, and the transformative power of choosing a...
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Deep diving a little further into my journey...
For this episode, we took a unique approach, delving into my personal journey amidst thought-provoking questions thrown at me in the kindness of ways by my marketing and social media manager, Bec. We embarked on an unexpected heart-to-heart, followed by a few tears as we peeled back the layers of...
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The inspirational Ash Butterss
Join us on a profound journey with Ash Butterss, a holistic transformation coach and podcast host, as she shares her deeply personal and inspiring story of sobriety. Listen in as Ash discusses her battle with alcohol, the pivotal moments that led her to seek support, and how embracing sobriety...
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Happiest Sober - Madeline Campbell
Join us as the beautiful, kind and caring Maddie, known to her followers as @happiestsober on Instagram, shares her inspiring journey to sobriety at the age of 27. Raised in a family where addiction's highs and lows were ever-present, Maddie reveals the key moments that compelled her to examine…
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Breaking Free - Marcia's incredible story of Leaving Alcohol Behind
Join me, your host Georgie Irvine, on a transformative journey into the heart of sobriety and the strength of community support. Listen in as we share Marcia's uplifting sobriety story. A beloved member of the Thrivalist Community and a beacon of hope to others on their own sober journey, Marcia...
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Growing up amongst addiction...
We had a few recording mishaps with this episode but we really want to share this story. Discover the strength and resilience it takes to break free from the grips of addiction as my producer Bec joins me to share her profound journey toward sobriety and self-discovery. She courageously opens up...
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The amazing Maz Compton
Join me and special guest , sober royalty Maz Compton, a media personality who became a pioneer in the sober-curious movement. In our conversation, Maz shares her candid experience of transitioning from the high-profile, alcohol-fueled world of MTV and radio to embracing a life of empowered...
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Mini Episode: Introducing Bec
Introducing our new mini-episodes! Join me, Georgie Irvine, and my brilliant social media manager and podcast producer, Bec, as we explore the transformative journey of sobriety in our latest chat. Listen in as we tackle the pressing question, the RED FLAGS many of us face silently: is it time to...
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Breaking Free from Burnout and Alcohol with Sophie Scott
When I first encountered Sophie Scott, I was struck by her fascinating transformation from Journalist to a beacon in the realm of mental health and neuroscience. Together, we navigate the complexities of our relationship with alcohol, as Sophie shares her experiences and scientific insights. The...
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The impact of Sobriety on Gut Health and Mental Clarity: A Journey to Wellness with Demi Green
Unlock the mysteries of your gut and brain health as Demi Green and I, Georgie Irvine, guide you through the transformative power of bidding farewell to alcohol. Discover how your gut isn't just about digestion – it's the epicenter of well-being, influencing your mood, mental clarity, and…
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Embracing Sobriety: Leesa's Journey and the Transformative Power of Thrivalist
I've always admired the quiet strength that comes from overcoming personal battles, and Leesa's story is one of true resilience. At 68, this mother and grandmother shared with us the intimate details of her journey, starting with casual drinks in a culture of social imbibing and escalating to the...
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A new era: Georgie's first episode as owner of Thrivalist, chatting with previous owner Lucy
Join Georgie in this heartfelt handover discussion with Lucy Quick, the visionary behind Thrivalist, as they reflect on the empowering journey of sobriety and the transition of Thrivalist ownership. Lucy opens up about her early struggles in seeking a sober community, her experience with AA, and...
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Breaking Free: Jane's Embrace of Sobriety and Self-Recovery
Join us as we explore the liberating journey of sobriety with Jane, a courageous woman who overcame her struggles with alcohol. Jane candidly shares how her drinking habit escalated during her twenties, took a significant turn with motherhood, and heightened during the COVID-19 pandemic…
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How stress impacts our health & what we can do about it
Dr. Shami is an integrative and functional medicine practitioner who focuses on finding the root cause of health issues and helping patients achieve wellness. She takes a holistic approach to healthcare, considering factors such as nutrition, lifestyle, sleep, and stress. Dr. Shami is passionate...
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Tuning in to Your Inner Mentor to Overcome the Wine Witch
"You might think you're deliberating with yourself and making choices. However, once you understand Addictive Voice Recognition, you realize that the Lizard brain or 'Addictive voice' or wine witch is not you." In this episode, Lucy discusses the concept of the Wine Witch and how tuning into our...
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Lyn’s Journey to Freedom from Alcohol
"Waking up with a hangover didn't give me the freedom to do what I wanted to do." Lyn. In this episode, Lucy sits down with Thrivalist member Lyn to hear her powerful story of overcoming an alcohol use disorder and finding freedom in sobriety. She discusses how she used alcohol as a coping...
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Live Coaching with Lucy - Fading Affect Bias & Healing in Sobriety
This is the first Live Coaching with Lucy segment for the podcast which is aimed at helping answer some of the questions you may have about alcohol or navigating sobriety and provide some practical tools and strategies you can use in your own life. Some of the names used are aliases to maintain...
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Unlocking the Power of the Body to Regulate the Nervous System
Sarah is a somatic therapist, movement specialist, and business mentor. With a background in professional dance, she helps women reconnect with their bodies and achieve optimal physical and mental well-being. Sarah discusses the importance of releasing unconscious clutching in the pelvis to...
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Georgie's Journey to Sobriety: From Problematic Drinking to Thriving
"Alcohol gave me that relaxed feeling, that confidence to just get on with my life but I was surviving the day, not living life." Georgina. In this episode, Lucy chats to the beautiful Georgina, a 44-year-old mother of two teenagers, a personal stylist, and now a health and wellness coach.…
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How to un-diet with Dr. Jenn Huber
Dr. Jenn is a Canadian trained Naturopathic doctor, registered dietitian, and intuitive eating coach. She specialises in helping women in midlife manage menopause without dieting and food rules. Dr. Jenn believes in helping women redefine their relationship with food and build it back up with...
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Belinda’s Story: I quit drinking a week before my holiday & it was the best holiday of my life
In this episode, Lucy had the privilege of sitting down with Thrivalist Member Belinda, a truly beautiful, radiant, and soulful woman. Belinda's journey with Thrivalist began when she reached out to us in January of 2023 with an important question: Could she still enjoy moderate drinking while...
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Why amino acids are a game-changer in early sobriety with Vanita Dahia
Vanita Dahia is a passionate specialist in the fields of science based nutritional and environmental medicine. She has extensive experience as a pharmacist in both conventional and integrative medicine. She has worked in community and hospital pharmacy as well as the pharmaceutical industry in...
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Lucy's Story
Welcome to our first episode of Sober Not Sorry. For over a year now, Thrivalist Founder Lucy has been planning to launch a podcast, and finally, the time has come. In our kick-off episode, Lucy sits down with one of her best friends, Kate Green, to share her story of overcoming her alcohol use...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The ‘Sober not Sorry’ Podcast created by Thrivalist is the go-to podcast for anyone who is sober or sober curious.
Everyone has a friend or a loved one who has a challenging relationship with alcohol. Tune in weekly to hear personal sobriety stories from members of our community plus expert advice on everything relating to changing your relationship with alcohol and crafting a wonderful sober life including topics in the areas of physical and mental health, wellness & more.
Thrivalist is dedicated to removing the shame and stigma attached to having a drinking problem, and empowering women to see this change (sobriety) as an exciting new chapter.
Visit our website: https://thrivalistsobriety.com
Follow Thrivalist here on Instagram
Join the free <a href="htt
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Georgie Irvine
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