Being "Good" All Week & Weekend Overdrinking
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist, Molly explores a common trap for many habit drinkers: the...
Think Thursday: Microplastics & Your Brain-Environmental Neuroscience
11 Sep 2025
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In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores the growing field of environmental neuroscience and w...
Drinking Alone & Drinking Secrecy: Why It's Important to Change
08 Sep 2025
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In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, Molly explores two common behaviors that often fl...
Think Thursday: The Brain's Love of Beginnings-Seasonal Resets
04 Sep 2025
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In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores why September so often feels like a natural reset and...
Summer Content Series: "You Can if You Try" with Pat Gallant-Charette from Live HAPPIER Longer
01 Sep 2025
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Episode Summary: As part of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast’s Summer Content Series, this episode ...
Revisiting: The Brain Loves to Help-Be a Helper!
28 Aug 2025
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In this revisited Think Thursday episode of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, Molly Watts returns to a...
Summer Content Series: Compliance vs. Consistency with Elizabeth Benton
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Molly continues her Summer Content Series by featuring an impactful conversation fr...
Revisiting-Think Thursday: Your Brain on Water, Why Hydration Matters!
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this replay of a favorite Think Thursday episode, Molly revisits a deceptively simple yet critica...
Summer Content Series: How Zooming In Helps You Drink Less with Rachel Hart
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, Molly shares another installment in her Summer Co...
Think Thursday: The Fawn Response-The Survival Response Hiding in Plain Sight
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: Most people know the three classic stress responses—fight, flight, and freeze—b...
Summer Content Series: How to "Recession Proof" Your Commitments to Yourself with Monica Reinagel
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, we’re kicking off our Summer Content Series, a specia...
Think Thursday: MODERN Diet vs MIND Diet
07 Aug 2025
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This week on Think Thursday, we’re diving into the latest research around brain-healthy eating—a...
No Willpower Required with Mike Hardenbrook
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, I’m joined by Mike Hardenbrook—author of No W...
Think Thursday: Possibility Thinking vs Positive Thinking
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Think Thursday, Molly explores the power of possibility thinking—a grounded, sc...
More Dry July Didn't Go as Planned...& That's OK
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: In this honest and reflective episode, Molly shares her personal journey with More...
Think Thursday: World Brain Day-5 Habits to Keep Your Brain SHARP
24 Jul 2025
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Episode Summary: In recognition of World Brain Day (July 22), this Think Thursday episode is a deep ...
GLP-1's & Alcohol Use Disorder with Dr. Brooke Scheller
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, Molly sits down once again with Dr. Brooke Scheller, clinical nutritioni...
Think Thursday: Chronic Stress & Your Memory
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Think Thursday, where we explore the intersection of neuroscience, behavior change, ...
What Happens When "I Just Don't Care Anymore"
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Molly dives deep into a topic that’s both emotionally resonant and neurologically...
Revisiting: Think Thursday-How Mindset Changes the Physical Brain
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: This week on Think Thursday, we're taking a step back in time to revisit the very ...
Revisiting: All About Breaking the Bottle Legacy
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, Molly Watts revisits the very first episo...
Think Thursday: The Paradox of Freedom
03 Jul 2025
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In this special Independence Day edition of Think Thursday, we're diving into a surprising truth abo...
Avoiding Summer's Slippery Slope
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summer can feel like one long permission slip to indulge—looser routines, longer days, more social...
Think Thursday: Belief Echoes & Why Change Feels Hard
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: In this Think Thursday episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly explores w...
Your Body: Summer Heat & Alcohol
23 Jun 2025
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Episode Summary:In this episode, Molly explores the surprising ways summer heat and alcohol interact...
Think Thursday: The Illusion of "Starting Over" in Habit Change
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Think Thursday episode, Molly Watts challenges the deeply ingrained belief that we must “s...
Making Peace with Alcohol When Everyone Else is Partying
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode SummaryIn this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly dives into one of the most c...
Think Thursday: Let's Try Some Novelty for Habit Change
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful Think Thursday episode, Molly dives into the surprising power of novelty and how ...
Halfway There: A Self-Audit to Assess Your Progress Towards Peace
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: We're officially halfway through the year, and today’s episode is your invitation...
Think Thursday: Discomfort-Why It's Not a Red Flag
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this short and powerful Think Thursday episode, Molly explores a feeling we all face—discomfort...
Managing Dopamine to Master Self-Discipline
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever said, “I just don’t have the discipline,” or wondered why it feels so hard to...
Revisiting Think Thursday: How Mindset Changes the Physical Brain
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Think Thursday from the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, where we explore the power of your br...
Revisiting: How to Drink Like an Alcohol Minimalist
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of Memorial Day Weekend in the U.S., we’re revisiting a popular episode that dives into t...
Think Thursday: Where Burnout Lives-Are You Living in Misalignment?
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Think Thursday from the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast — where we take a moment to pause, r...
Peaceful Holidays Start with a Plan
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Memorial Day weekend often marks the unofficial start of summer—and for many, it can also signal t...
Think Thursday: Toxic Positivity vs. Emotional Resilience
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply honest and science-backed episode, Molly explores a topic that often gets misundersto...
Special Episode: Gas Station Drugs--What's Lurking on those Aisles?
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this timely episode of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, host Molly Watts takes a deep dive into a ...
Think Thursday: Rising Beyond Ourselves — The Mental Health Power of Transcendence
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Think Thursday from the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, host Molly Watts explores the...
Revisiting: Undoing the Urge to Overdrink
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Molly revisits a listener favorite: Undoing the Urge to Overdrink — a heartfelt a...
Think Thursday: The Science of Smiling
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Think Thursday episode, we explore an unexpectedly powerful topic: the science of smi...
Alcohol Awareness Month: The Top 3 Ways I'm A Different Drinker Now
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome (or welcome back!) to the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast with your host, Molly Watts, coming to ...
Think Thursday: Unbreakable Habits and The Voice that Keeps Them Alive
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever said to yourself, “This habit feels unbreakable”?Whether it’s procrastination, n...
Alcohol Awareness Month: Naltrexone, Binge Drinking & Long-Term Change with Katie Lain
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this compelling episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly reconnects with Katie Lain, foun...
Think Thursday: The Healing Powers of Water
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This Think Thursday episode may just become one of your favorites. Molly explores the overlooked but...
Alcohol Awareness Month: Psilocybin Therapy with Ben Kramer
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special Alcohol Awareness Month episode, Molly Watts sits down with Ben Kramer, a licensed p...
Think Thursday: The Power of Reminiscing
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary In this episode of Think Thursday, we’re diving into the psychology and neuroscien...
Alcohol Awareness Month: Are You and Emotional Drinker?
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode kicking off Alcohol Awareness Month, Molly Watts dives into the subtleties of emotio...
Think Thursday: The Hierarchy of Competency
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever thought, “I know what to do—why am I not doing it?”, this episode is for you.In...
5 Alcohol "Facts" That Most People Get Wrong
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Molly kicks off Alcohol Awareness Month by shining a light on five pervasive myths ...
Think Thursday: Sleep & Your Brain-Why Getting the Right Amount Matters More Than You Think
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
March is National Sleep Awareness Month, and in this Think Thursday episode, we’re revisiting one ...
Revisiting: Stopping the Shame Spiral Around Your Drinking
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Molly revisits one of the most important conversations around changing your relatio...
Think Thursday: The Neuroscience of New Habit Formation
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there, and welcome back to Think Thursday from the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast!Today's episode ex...
Prostitute to Professor: Radical Transformation with Becca Jacobson
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast Episode: Radical Transformation with Becca JacobsonWelcome back to The Alcohol Minimalist Po...
Think Thursday: Why Thinking About Death Can Make You Happier
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Think Thursday, host Molly Watts explores an unconventional yet profoundly impact...
How Long Will it Take? The Missing Link to Changing Your Drinking
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts tackles one of the m...
Think Thursday: The Connection Economy-How Relationships Reshape Our Brains
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s Think Thursday episode, we’re diving into one of the most powerful, yet often overloo...
Gray Areas in Gambling & Alcohol Use with Dr. Carl Erik Fisher
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Alcohol Minimalist, Molly speaks once again with Dr. Carl Erik Fisher, an addicti...
Think Thursday: The Neuroscience of Mental Rest
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Think Thursday, we dive into an often-overlooked aspect of brain health—mental ...
Why "It's Just a Habit" is Holding You Back
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary:In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts unpacks a common misc...
Think Thursday: The Science of AWE-How it Changes Us
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s Think Thursday, we’re diving deep into the science of awe—an often-overlooked e...
Revisiting: When You LOVE Drinking Alcohol
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary:In this episode, host Molly Watts revisits a key discussion from 2022, exploring the...
Think Thursday: Keep Asking Questions-How Staying Curious Supercharges Your Brain
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Curiosity isn’t just a fun trait—it’s an essential function of the human brain that fuels lear...
The Trap of Perfectionism & Why Peace with Alcohol Doesn't Mean It's Always Easy
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Molly dives into a topic that resonates deeply with anyone struggling to build a pe...
Think Thursday: Silence is Golden-How Quiet Restores Your Brain
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Think Thursday, Molly dives into the surprising science behind silence and why it...
Generational Differences in Alcohol Consumption
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly explores the topic of how drinking trends a...
Think Thursday: The Brain Loves to Help-Be a Helper!
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Think Thursday episode, Molly dives into the neuroscience of fear, mindset shifts, and the p...
Dryuary: How to Finish Strong (Even if You Already Drank)
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast! As January winds down, we’re talking...
Think Thursday: Your Brain on Water-Why Hydration Matters
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Think Thursday episode, Molly dives into the fascinating connection between hydration and co...
Willpower vs Self-Discipline: The Key to Drinking Less
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary:In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts dives into the essent...
Think Thursday: Rumination-What, Why and How to Stop!
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Think Thursday episode, we're diving deep into the concept of rumination—the exhausting cy...
Changing Your Beliefs About Alcohol (& Yourself)
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, Molly Watts dives into the power of challenging and changing your core b...
Think Thursday: Understanding Dopamine & How to Stabilize It
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s Think Thursday, Molly dives into the fascinating role of dopamine—a neuromodulato...
Unpacking the US Surgeon General's Advisory: Alcohol & Cancer Risk
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, we're diving deep into the recent advisory issued...
Think Thursday: Chronic Stress- How it Affects Your Brain
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: In this Think Thursday episode, host Molly Watts explores the profound impact of ch...
Chronic Shame & Alcohol with Sally Smith
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast I'm joined by Sally Smith. Sally is a London based psychotherapist supporti...
Think Thursday: Your Brain-What We Know and What We're Learning
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Overview: Welcome to another Think Thursday episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast! This ...
The Science of Alcohol Mitigation Drinks with Monica Reinagel
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast I'm joined by friend of show, Monica Reinagel, to talk about the science be...
Think Thursday: How Mindset Impacts the Body's Biology
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Think Thursday from The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast! Think Thursday dives into brain healt...
High Intensity Drinking & The Holidays
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What is the difference between binge drinking and high-intensity drinking? Tune in to this episode...
Think Thursday: The Science of Manisfestation
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Think Thursday on the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast! This week, we dive into the fascinatin...
Revisiting: Chasing the "Buzz" from Alcohol
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast I'm getting ready for all the opportunities to overdrink in December and re...
Think Thursday: Consistency-The Brain's Super Power
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Introduction:Think Thursday focuses on neuroscience, brain health, and mindset.This episode highligh...
Using Sunnyside to Change Your Drinking-With Ian Andersen
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show I'm talking with Ian Andersen, Sunnyside co-founder and CGO all about the inde...
Think Thursday: Practicing Gratitude-The Brain Science
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This special Thanksgiving episode of Think Thursday explores the profound impact of gratitude on men...
Alcohol & Grief
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast I'm talking all about Alcohol & Grief. I'm discussing different types ...
Think Thursday: Behaviorceuticals-How Actions Help Change Your Brain
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
IntroductionWelcome to Think Thursday on the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast.Focus: Using neuroscience an...
The Surprising Secret to Enjoying a Break in Routine
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show I'm sharing an episode from Change Academy Podcast that I recorded with host M...
Think Thursday: Reframing the Past with a Gain Mindset
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today for Think Thursday we're talking about mindset. We're focusing specifically on reframing our p...
Celebrating Birthdays: No Alcohol Required
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is a special birthday episode. Thank you for listening to the Alcohol MInimalist p...
Think Thursday: The Power of the Pause to Think on Purpose
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Watts discusses the concept of "thinking on purpose" to manage stress and anxiety, particularl...
Should You Drink Alcohol on Election Night?
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is focused on the anxiety, stress and overwhelm that many people are feeling as ...
Think Thursday: The Neuroscience of Deep Breathing and Emotional Resilience
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
00:00Hey, welcome to think Thursday. From the alcohol minimalist podcast, think Thursday is all abou...
If Changing Your Drinking Isn't Getting Easier...
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, I'm talking about what is happening when changing your drinking doesn't ge...
Think Thursday: How Your Diet Impacts Your Brain Health
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Watts discusses the importance of brain health and diet on her podcast "Think Thursday." She e...
Revisiting: Being Mostly Alcohol-Free
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're revisitng what it means to be mostly alcohol-free. Lots of great inspiration here to...
Think Thursday: The Privilege of Self-Improvement-Why It's Awesome to Be Human
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Watts discusses the importance of understanding and improving one's relationship with alcohol ...
Should You Be Taking A 30-Day Break from Alcohol?
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show I'm talking about how my typical advice of "doable drink plan" and meeting you...
Think Thursday: 10 Minutes a Day for Brain Health?
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Watts discusses the benefits of 10 minutes of daily aerobic exercise on brain health, mood, an...
Genetics and Alcohol Use Disorder with Dr. Danielle Dick
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show, I'm thrilled to share a conversation with Dr. Danielle Dick, the Director of ...
Think Thursday: Does Giving Up Alcohol Make You Feel Deprived?
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Think Thursday we're talking about the deprivation mindset, particularly in the context...