Present and Sober

If you can sense that you're destined for more and curious about how alcohol might be holding you back, then Present and Sober is the podcast for you! Join your hosts Sam and Ellie for a weekly dose of practical mind and body practices that will elevate your daily life and show you the wonder and potential of living life alcohol-free. Let's make life bigger, together!

A Present & Sober Festive Season (And A Christmas Present for You)

Join Sam, Ellie, and Scott as they celebrate festive freedom, ditch booze-soaked traditions, and invite you to redefine Christmas with connection, silliness, and possibility. Your present & sober December starts here!

11-26
46:03

The Sans Bar 2025 Awards Ceremony (We Only Went And...)

Celebrate with Sam, Ellie, and Scott Pinard as Present & Sober wins big at the Sans Bar Awards in Austin! Expect joy, gratitude, wild adventures, and cowboy boots galore!

11-11
20:48

Why Am I Still Thinking About Drinking?

Join Sam, Ellie, and Scott as they explore why thoughts of drinking can pop up months or years after stopping, bust myths about cravings, and reveal what real freedom from alcohol looks like.

10-21
37:19

Creating A Future Proof Sober Revolution | With Chris Marshall of Sans Bar

This week, Chris Marshall (of Sans Bar fame) shares his take on sparking a future-proof alcohol-free revolution and accidentally making sober history with Sans Bar. It's a goodie!

10-07
53:31

The Magic of Insight

Join Sam, Ellie, and Scott as they unpack the magic of insight. Those game-changing moments that shift your reality, melt old beliefs, and light up your alcohol-free journey.

09-23
29:08

Exploring Common Patterns in Alcohol Addiction

Join Sam, Ellie, and Scott as they shine a light on common patterns in drinkers on the AUD spectrum, share personal stories, and show how awareness leads to transformation. Let's grow together without judgment.

09-09
30:51

Embracing Evolution & Accepting Change

Join Sam, Ellie and Scott as they dive into the theme of evolution and talk about embracing change, growth, and courage on the alcohol-free journey.

08-26
30:45

How to Talk About Sobriety / Being Alcohol Free

Join Ellie and Scott as they dive into the art of talking about your alcohol-free or sober journey - whether it’s dating, friendship, or handling tough questions from family.

08-12
55:27

Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea | With Jessica Guerrieri

Join Ellie and special guest Jessica Guerrieri as they explore motherhood, addiction, rewriting the narrative on alcohol, and discovering authenticity and joy in sobriety.

07-29
47:21

Scott Joins Team Present & Sober (For Real!)

Join Sam & Ellie for a HUGE Present & Sober announcement! The clue's in the podcast title...

07-15
30:32

Sober Friendships and Adventures Beyond Alcohol | With Meg Webb & Ali Burke

Join Ellie, Ali, and Meg as they share stories of sober friendship, launching creative ventures, and proving life alcohol-free is full of connection, courage, and riotous fun!

07-01
49:37

Sober Festivals, Nightlife, and the Real Cost of Drinking

Join Sam and Ellie as they dive into the realities of partying and festivals (then and now). Sharing sober adventures, honest laughs, hangover-free mornings, and fresh perspectives on fun, freedom, and connection.

06-17
38:36

Expat Life, Loss, and Letting Go of Wine | With Susan Hodgson

Join Sam and Ellie as they chat with Susan Hodgson about living abroad, motherhood, grief, and overcoming alcohol. Discover how finding home within yourself can unlock real transformation, no matter where you are.

06-03
54:03

I Don't Feel Like I Belong

Join Sam and Ellie as they explore the magic of true belonging, the power of community, and why authentic connection beats “fitting in” every time.

05-20
36:22

Fitness, Family, and Fearless Travel | With Kate Nichols

Join Sam and Ellie as they chat with Kate Nichols about rediscovering adventure through travel, transforming fitness, and mending family bonds in sobriety.

05-06
43:14

When Sobriety Changes Everything! Relationships, divorce, and new beginnings | With Allison Barber

Join Sam and Ellie as they chat with Allison Barber about relationships, divorce, and rediscovering your true self in sobriety.

04-22
42:17

Navigating the World of Sober Dating | With RJ Zimmerman

Join Sam, Ellie, and special guest RJ as they navigate the world of sober dating. Discover insightful tips, hilarious anecdotes, and the importance of finding genuine connections without alcohol.

04-08
55:29

From 'Piss Artist' to Abstract Artist | With Lucy Sheffield

Join Sam and Ellie as they chat with artist Lucy Sheffield about liberating life from alcohol, embracing your inner creativity, and following the nudges to a beautiful present and sober life!

03-25
47:09

Somatics and Embodiment in Sobriety

Join Sam and Ellie as they uncover the wonders of embodiment in sobriety, exploring the magic of being fully present in our bodies. Discover freedom from escapism and embrace life's beautiful messiness together.

03-11
47:46

From Cognitive Dissonance to Clarity | Joel's P&S Story

This week on Present & Sober, Joel Starks shares his journey to sobriety. We discuss 'taming' the inner voice that can get in the way, finding empowerment in the changes we experience and the joy of living with more and more clarity.

02-25
52:51

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