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Season 3 - Episode 6: My Chat with Andre Manella
May 15, 2026
53m 18s
Season 3 - Episode 5: The In-Between Phase Nobody Warns You About
May 8, 2026
10m 52s
Season 3 - Episode 4: My Chat with Jodi Clark
May 1, 2026
51m 51s
Season 3 - Episode 3: Why You Keep Going Back (Even Though You Don't Want To)
Apr 24, 2026
10m 08s
Season 3 - Episode 2: My Chat with Paddy Gower
Apr 17, 2026
55m 22s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 5/15/26 |  Season 3 - Episode 6: My Chat with Andre Manella | This week on The Sober Connection, I’m joined by musician Andre Manella for a really honest conversation about sobriety, touring, creativity, and navigating the music industry without alcohol. Originally from Switzerland and now based in New Zealand, Andre has spent more than 20 years performing across Europe and NZ, playing over 2000 shows throughout his career. We talk about the drinking culture that often comes with life as a musician, what changed for him around three years ago, and what ... | 53m 18s | ||||||
| 5/8/26 | Season 3 - Episode 5: The In-Between Phase Nobody Warns You About | In this episode, I'm talking about the “in-between” phase of changing your relationship with alcohol - the part nobody really warns you about. That space where drinking no longer feels good… but not drinking still feels uncomfortable too. I share my own experience of the stop-start cycle, why so many people relapse around the 40–50 day mark, and the psychology behind why our brains fight change even when we know something isn’t working anymore. I also talk about: – why familiarity can feel sa... | 10m 52s | ||||||
| 5/1/26 |  Season 3 - Episode 4: My Chat with Jodi Clark | In this episode, I’m joined by Jodi Clark, founder of Sober Flourish, who shares her journey to becoming alcohol-free. On the surface, everything looked fine - Jodi was a busy mum, successful, holding it all together. But behind the scenes, alcohol was taking up more space than she realised. We talk about: what her drinking actually looked like the small moments that started to shift things the holiday that became a turning point how a 100-day break turned into something ... | 51m 51s | ||||||
| 4/24/26 | Season 3 - Episode 3: Why You Keep Going Back (Even Though You Don't Want To) | This episode is for you if you’ve ever thought… “Why do I keep going back to drinking when I know it’s not working anymore?” Because this isn’t about willpower or discipline. There’s a reason this keeps happening. Once you understand it, things start to make a lot more sense. In this episode, I share: – why drinking can feel automatic – how emotional triggers and habit loops keep you stuck – and why you keep ending up back at the start If you’ve been caught in that stop-start cycle, this will... | 10m 08s | ||||||
| 4/17/26 |  Season 3 - Episode 2: My Chat with Paddy Gower | In this episode, I'm joined by Paddy Gower for a really honest conversation about drinking, culture, and what actually drives change. We talk about how easy it is for drinking to feel “normal”, especially in New Zealand, and why that can make it so hard to recognise when something isn’t quite right. Paddy shares his experience of what shifted things for him, including the moment someone close to him had the courage to say something, and why that can be so powerful. We also explore: why ... | 55m 22s | ||||||
| 4/10/26 | Season 3 - Episode 1: When You Know It's Not Working Anymore | There’s a moment that doesn’t get talked about enough - the one when everything still looks fine on the outside but deep down, you know something isn’t working anymore. In this episode, I’m talking about that quiet turning point. The awareness that your drinking isn’t quite where you want it to be, even if it doesn’t look like a “problem” from the outside. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in that in-between space - not bad enough to change, but not feeling good enough to stay the same - th... | 10m 29s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 |  Season 2 - Episode 20: My Chat with Ryan Nel | In today’s episode, I am joined by Ryan — also known as The Sober Kiwi — to talk about his journey with alcohol, what led him to make a change, and what life looks like on the other side. What I love about this conversation is how real and grounded it is. There’s no big dramatic story here — just honest reflections on mindset, habits, and the quiet shifts that can completely change the direction of your life. We talk about: What his relationship with alcohol used to look like  ... | 45m 05s | ||||||
| 2/12/26 | Season 2 - Episode 19: The Starting Over Trap | If you feel like you’re constantly starting over when it comes to drinking… you’re not alone. Taking a break. Cutting back. Telling yourself “this time will be different.” And for a while, it works… until it doesn’t. In this episode, Abi talks about why that keeps happening — and why starting again isn’t actually the problem. After recently losing her Instagram accounts and being forced to rebuild from scratch, Abi found herself facing a very familiar thought: “Do I really want to start again... | 8m 05s | ||||||
| 2/5/26 |  Season 2 - Episode 18: My Chat with Ian Fee | In this episode, I sat down with Ian Fee, who lived the “work hard, play harder” lifestyle while building his business… until it caught up with him. What followed wasn’t just about getting sober - Ian rebuilt his life, his relationships, and his sense of purpose from the ground up. This is a really honest conversation about: high-functioning drinkingbusiness culture & alcoholthe moment things have to changeand what life actually looks like on the other sideIf you’ve ever wondered whether ... | 55m 20s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | Season 2 - Episode 17: Letting Go of Guilt & Regret | Guilt and regret don’t always disappear when you stop drinking. In fact, for many people, sobriety brings clarity — and with it, memories, shame, and self-judgement that can feel hard to shake. In this episode, Abi explores why guilt lingers, the difference between healthy responsibility and toxic shame, and how self-forgiveness becomes a crucial part of moving forward. She shares a personal reflection, talks through when making amends is helpful (and when it isn’t), and offers a short guided... | 6m 56s | ||||||
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| 1/22/26 |  Season 2: Episode 16 - My Chat with Jimmy Thistle | In this episode of The Sober Connection, host Abi King speaks with recovery advocate Jimmy Thistle, who shares his journey of overcoming alcoholism. From his early experiences with drinking in Scotland to the consequences of his addiction, including lost relationships and jobs, Jimmy recounts the pivotal moments that led him to seek help. He discusses his time in rehab during the COVID-19 pandemic, the challenges of relapse, and ultimately finding sobriety. The conversation highli... | 1h 11m 15s | ||||||
| 1/15/26 | Season 2 - Episode 15: Alcohol & Sleep | If you’ve stopped drinking and your sleep feels worse instead of better, you’re not alone — and nothing has gone wrong. In this episode, Abi unpacks why early sobriety often comes with broken sleep, vivid dreams, and early-morning wake-ups, and why this phase is a normal part of recovery, not a sign of failure. You’ll learn: How alcohol sedates rather than restores sleepWhy REM sleep disruption and rebound affect early sobrietyThe role of cortisol in 3am wake-ups and night-time anxietyAbi als... | 9m 53s | ||||||
| 1/8/26 |  Season 2 - Episode 14: My Chat with Jeremy Maxwell | Listener note: This episode includes a short, non-graphic mention of suicide within a broader discussion. If this is a sensitive topic for you, please listen in a way that feels supportive. In this episode of The Sober Connection, host Abi King engages in a candid conversation with Jeremy Maxwell, a co-owner of a CrossFit gym and a person in recovery from addiction. Jeremy shares his journey from being a high-functioning addict to navigating the complexities of sobriety, including the i... | 1h 00m 37s | ||||||
| 12/18/25 | Season 2 - Episode 13: Joy vs Just Coping | In this episode of The Sober Connection, Abi discusses the transformative journey from coping with sobriety to experiencing genuine joy. She emphasises the importance of recognising the emotional stages of sobriety, particularly during the hectic festive season, and offers practical steps to intentionally create joy in one's life. Through personal anecdotes and scientific insights, Abi illustrates how sobriety can lead to deeper connections and a more fulfilling life. Get in touch... | 9m 51s | ||||||
| 12/11/25 |  Season 2 - Episode 12: My Chat with Danielle Naborisi | **** Please note - this episode contains open & honest conversations around sexual trauma and domestic abuse. There are resources at the bottom of these show notes for anyone that may need them. In this episode of The Sober Connection, host Abi King speaks with Danielle Naborisi, who quit drinking at the age of 19. They discuss the reasons behind Danielle's decision, the impact of peer pressure, and the role of trauma in alcohol use. Danielle shares her experiences as a police offic... | 56m 04s | ||||||
| 12/4/25 | Season 2 - Episode 11: Explaining Your Sobriety (Without Over-Explaining!) | Why is it so hard to answer the simple question, “Why aren’t you drinking?” In this episode, Abi breaks down one of the most uncomfortable parts of early sobriety — navigating other people’s reactions. She shares how her own responses evolved over time, why we tend to over-explain, and what this moment often reveals about boundaries, people-pleasing, and self-trust. You’ll learn how to hold your ground with confidence, protect your energy in social settings, and stop feeling like you owe any... | 10m 07s | ||||||
| 11/27/25 |  Season 2 - Episode 10: My Chat with David Millar | In this episode, Abi King sits down with David Millar — who went from relapsing through his teens to becoming a neurosurgery student and ultra-marathoner — to unpack what sobriety can make possible when you stop getting in your own way. David opens up about early recovery, the reality of staying sober on a college campus, the mindset shifts that changed everything, and the unexpected doors sobriety opened in academics, sport, and life. A grounded, inspiring conversation about resilience, iden... | 1h 08m 19s | ||||||
| 11/22/25 | Season 2 - Episode 9: The Dopamine Connection | In this episode of The Sober Connection, Abi delves into the intricate relationship between dopamine and alcohol, explaining how the anticipation of drinking creates a powerful dopamine loop that can lead to dependence. She discusses the emotional flatness often experienced in early sobriety and emphasises the importance of understanding the brain's reward system. Abi provides insights into how to naturally boost dopamine levels through movement, novelty, connection, and purpose, ... | 13m 25s | ||||||
| 11/15/25 |  Season 2 - Episode 8: My Chat with Dawn Comolly | In this engaging episode of The Sober Connection, host Abi King chats to Dawn Comolly, widely known as Sober Fish, to explore the transformative journey of living an alcohol-free life. Dawn shares her candid experiences of overcoming the challenges of sobriety, the unexpected joys that come with it, and the empowering nature of solo travel. The conversation delves into the role of social media in spreading the message of sobriety and the importance of community support in maintaining lo... | 1h 02m 59s | ||||||
| 11/8/25 | Season 2 - Episode 7: Who Am I Without Alcohol? | In this episode, Abi explores the identity shift that comes with sobriety — the grief, the uncertainty, and the powerful rediscovery that happens when we finally meet our true selves. She shares how letting go of alcohol isn’t the end of who you are, but the beginning of becoming who you were always meant to be. If you’ve ever felt lost without your “drinking self,” this episode will help you see that the space left behind isn’t empty — it’s full of potential. Abi reflects on her journey of p... | 10m 05s | ||||||
| 11/1/25 |  Season 2 - Episode 6: My Chat with Meegan Care | In this episode of the Sober Connection podcast, host Abi King speaks with midlife mentor Meegan Care about the challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause, particularly regarding the impact of alcohol on their health. They discuss how hormonal changes affect women's emotional well-being and coping mechanisms, the importance of self-awareness, and the need for open communication in relationships. Megan shares insights on the transformations women experience when they ... | 54m 49s | ||||||
| 10/25/25 | Season 2 - Episode 5: Sober Curiosity | In this episode, Abi, a sobriety coach, explores the concept of sober curiosity, emphasising its significance as a starting point for many on their journey to alcohol-free living. She discusses the growing trend of sober curiosity among millennials and Gen Z, the fears and myths surrounding it, and practical steps to begin exploring a life without alcohol. Abi highlights the benefits of sober curious, including improved mental clarity, genuine connections, and a deeper understandi... | 12m 23s | ||||||
| 10/18/25 |  Season 2 - Episode 4: My Chat with Hepa Te Moana | In this episode of The Sober Connection, host Abi King engages in a candid conversation with Heps, who is navigating the complexities of wanting to quit drinking while still being drawn to it. They explore Heps' experiences with alcohol, the impact of his DJ career on his relationship with drinking, and the social dynamics surrounding alcohol consumption. The discussion delves into the benefits of sobriety, including increased productivity and self-awareness, as well as the fears ... | 55m 59s | ||||||
| 10/11/25 | Season 2 - Episode 3: Sober Holidays | In this episode, Abi shares her transformative experience of a sober holiday in Bali with her teenage daughters. She contrasts the typical drunk holiday experience with the benefits of traveling without alcohol, highlighting how sobriety enhances connection, memory, and overall enjoyment. Abi provides insights into the unexpected advantages of sober travel, including financial savings, health benefits, and the opportunity to create lasting memories. She concludes with practical ti... | 9m 50s | ||||||
| 10/4/25 |  Season 2 - Episode 2: My Chat with Lencha Nastova | In this episode of The Sober Connection, host Abi King interviews Lencha Nastova, who shares her transformative journey from cocaine addiction to sobriety and wellness coaching. Lencha discusses her early experiences with addiction, the pivotal moment that led her to seek help, and the challenges she faced during her recovery. She emphasises the importance of self-discovery, emotional healing, and the role of community support in maintaining sobriety. Now living in Mexico, Lencha ... | 47m 21s | ||||||
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