Club Soda Community Podcast
Episodes
Madeleine Shaw on sobriety and social change
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast episode, Club Soda founder Laura Willoughby, herself an advocate of social change, talks to Madeleine Shaw, a social ent...
Lu Blue on sober yoga and the importance of movement
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Often when we think about change, it's very head-based. We think very hard about things. We forget that both our use of substances and some of th...
Monty Moncrieff on London Friend's 50th anniversary
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Monty Moncrieff is chief executive of London Friend, an organisation that's been supporting the capital's LGBTQ+ community for the past fi...
Valerie Mason-John on mindfulness for LGBT History Month
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
February is LGBT History Month in the UK. It is also Black History Month in the US - we swap over in October. As it happens, we are featuring storie...
Can you be queer and sober?
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can you be queer and sober? The answer, of course, is yes. You can be absolutely anything that you want to be. Perhaps a better question is: can you e...
Matt Steinberg on arts-focused addiction support with Outside Edge Theatre Company
28 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
At Club Soda, we encourage a variety of tools and resources that helps people on their personal drinking journeys. Whether that's reading Quit Li...
Jamie Klingler on claiming your sobriety and Reclaim These Streets
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The act of making a change to our drinking habits can help us to reconnect with the things that are important to us. This week's podcast guest, t...
Mel Pegley on mindfulness, meditation, and support to change your drinking
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the middle of January, and you may be feeling a bit flat after the exciting start of your month of change. If willpower and motivation are e...
More tips for a month off booze
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Following on from last week's podcast which gave some expert advice on preparing to take a month off drinking, this podcast is all about giving...
Advice for taking a month off drinking this January
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tomorrow is 1 January, a time when we all start thinking about New Years' Resolutions. These might be smaller steps such as getting more fresh ai...
Christmas with the Club Soda team
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There's a whole team of people behind Club Soda, and in this Christmas Eve podcast episode, we're giving you a peek behind the curtain to in...
Club Soda opens London's first alcohol-free off-licence
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When Club Soda founder Laura gets an idea in her head, it usually turns into something pretty wonderful. We know this because as this podcast goes liv...
Who am I if I'm not a drinker?
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether we like it or not, if we've been drinking quite a lot for a long period of time, it's likely that drinking has become a part of who ...
The alcohol-free version isn't a non-drinker's only option
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The low and no alcohol market has blossomed over the last few years, much to the delight of those of us who choose to cut down or quit the hard stuff....
How to stop drinking at home
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're in the run-up to Christmas. As we all get warm and cosy in our houses, then alcohol can become really very present either in our thinking o...
Discover great alcohol-free drinks with Tom from WiseBartender
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've chosen to kick off Season 3 of the podcast with one of our favourite festival conversations with the brilliant Tom from Wise Bartender. He ...
What's on during our Global Mindful Drinking Festival October 2021
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're taking a little hiatus from our podcast during October. But we're not just taking a break. We're thrilled to be running the Globa...
Get involved with Sober Student Societies with Club Soda & #BeRebelAF
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A big part of University life is about getting drunk and skipping a load of lectures, right? Well, we don't think so. And neither do sober studen...
How to drink sustainably with Binary Botanical
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our podcast this week is all about how to drink sustainably and how to make positive choices in what you drink when you go alcohol-free. Who better to...
Sugar, sweeteners, diabetes and an amazing mojito with Urban Cordial
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week's podcast is sponsored and edited by our friend Natasha Steele from Urban Cordial. Unhappy with the sickly, sweet non-alcoholic drink o...
What is normal drinking? With Dr. Emma Davies
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When we're changing our drinking, we often talk about problem drinking versus normal drinking. But what does normal drinking actually mean? How d...
Sober clubbing with Dr Avi from Move4Love
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Changing our drinking habits doesn't have to mean changing the things that give us joy. This includes the sociable elements of going out, such as...
Alcohol and trauma with Mark and Victoria Escott
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We don't normally put trigger warnings on our blogs and podcasts at Club Soda. If ever there was a subject that needed it, though, it's alco...
Sober Empowerment with Harriet Waley-Cohen, Janey Lee Grace, and Ian Young
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week's podcast features guest host, women's leadership and empowerment coach, and long-time friend of Club Soda, Harriet Waley-Cohen. H...
Meet the makers of the best non-alcoholic beer of 2021
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Following on from this week's Ask Dru which discusses whether or not beer is good for you, we thought you might want to know which are the best n...
Authentic Relating with Drew Larson, Chris Gray, and Dr Margo Greenwood
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Often, when we turn to alcohol, it is because we're missing a connection; to ourselves, to others, to meaningful communication, and to freedom of...
Dry July Down Under With Australian Experts Andy Moore and Shanna Whan
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, for Dry July, we delve into last year's Mindful Drinking Festival archives to hear the fantastic conversation between Australian chari...
Black and white thinking is a barrier to moderation - Stephanie Chivers
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast, habit and addiction coach and long-time friend of Club Soda, Stephanie Chivers, addresses a long-burning issue within our...
Sunshine Warm Sober: Catherine Gray on sustaining long-term change
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sunshine Warm Sober is the latest book from acclaimed author Catherine Gray. Catherine's first book The Unexpected Joy Of Being Sober was a roari...
Clare Pooley on finding your passion through sobriety
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Clare Pooley joins Club Soda's Dru Jaeger to talk all things journalling. Clare decided to change her drinking when she noticed how much her wine...
What is the relationship between alcohol and creativity?
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is a commonly accepted idea that alcohol and creativity come hand in hand. When we look at many creatives who have been in the spotlight over th...
Ex Korn guitarist Wes Geer on music and sobriety
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wes Geer has had a star studded music career, touring all over the world performing to huge crowds. We see the lifestyle of a touring musician depicte...
In Conversation with Adrian Chiles
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we have a fantastic conversation between Geoff Jein and Adrian Chiles about cutting down our alcohol intake.In Club Soda, when it comes to c...
Drinking in Moderation: Sip Less, Enjoy More
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here at Club Soda, we support all drinking goals. Whether you want to wait, take a break, or find ways to enjoy drinking in moderation, we're her...
In conversation with J.F. Benoist, author of Addicted To The Monkey Mind
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The way we think and respond to things has a huge impact on how we create change in our lives, and Jean-Francois Benoist is an expert on shifting thou...
Harriet Waley-Cohen, Ian Young, and Drew Lawson on connection with self
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week our podcast centres on our connection with self, our friend Harriet Waley-Cohen interviews Ian Young and Drew Lawson. We'd like to than...
Luke Worsfold on addiction, anger, and emotional disconnect.
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Losing a parent at a young age can leave us with challenging emotions, and anger is a common one. If we aren't given the space to process, we can...
Kris from the Burnt Chef Project on drinking and hospitality
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The hospitality industry can be a tough place to work. Hours are often long, breaks between shifts often short, and pay is often less than it should b...
Jill Stark and Millie Gooch on booze-free bliss.
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to enjoying life without the booze, Millie Gooch and Jill Stark have got it locked down. In this weeks podcast, they share how they chan...
Everything you wanted to know about alcohol-free wine.
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We get loads of questions about alcohol-free wine. Why you can’t find an alcohol-free wine you like, what does it taste like, where should you buy i...
Jenn on booze culture in the military
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Military personnel work in tough environments, and we hear from lots of folk who find the drinking culture challenging. It’s easy to fall into that ...
Sober milestone: Butch's story
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the things we love to see in the Club Soda community is the way that everyone celebrates every milestone with each other. The community works s...
Neurodiversity and Alcohol
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are seeing more and more discussion around neurodiversity and alcohol in the Club Soda community. We’re not just talking about adults who are neu...
Kyle Ambition on Moderation and Creativity
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to fall into the trap of believing that our ability to think with creativity is heightened by alcohol. We often associate troubled drin...
Finn Prevett, the Co-Founder of Positive Planners on the Power of Journaling.
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Putting pen to paper can be intimidating, especially if you don't feel you have a flare for writing, and that's exactly how Finn, founder of...
Being a mum that no longer leans on drinking.
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Becoming a mum completely transforms your identity, but we don’t often talk about what that means for your relationship with alcohol. In this weeks ...
How we stopped getting drunk: Annie Grace & Ella St. John McGrand
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks podcast Annie Grace and Ella St. John McGrande get stuck into conversation about how they stopped getting drunk. They share experiences ...
Fitness and changing your drinking.
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
February’s podcasts are in partnership with Fluère, an alcohol-free spirit from the Netherlands made for mixing. It comes in four editions. Origina...
Sober sex with Sober Sex
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
February’s podcasts are in partnership with Fluère, an alcohol-free spirit from the Netherlands made for mixing. It comes in four editions. Origina...
How to use Lent to change your drinking
14 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many people know Lent as the thing that happens between Pancake Day and Easter where you’re supposed to give something up. But Lent can serve a much...
Alcohol and relationships: from dating sober to forging friendships.
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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Parenting Under Pressure
30 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
February’s podcasts are in partnership with Fluère, an alcohol-free spirit from the Netherlands made for mixing. It comes in four editions. Origina...
Improving workplace culture by managing stress and encouraging mindful drinking
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you create a workplace culture with a mindful attitude to drink? How do you support a team you rarely see face to face? How do you know if they...
7 tips on nutrition, weight loss, and changing your drinking
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Hobson is a registered nutritionist. He’s written two books, The Detox Kitchen Bible and The Art Of Sleeping. He contributes messaging about nut...
Shahroo Izadi, The Kindness Method and The Last Diet
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Shahroo Izadi is a psychologist, speaker, coach and author of The Kindness Method. Her latest book, The Last Diet, builds on her work specialising in ...
Sabrina Pace-Humphreys on making friends through running
07 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode we caught up with Sabrina Pace-Humphreys to find out more about making friends and building community as a sober ultra runner....
Dry January podcast special: How to change your drinking
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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How to make New Year's drinking resolutions that stick
26 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If like me, you might have drinking less or going alcohol-free as your New Year’s resolution. I think it was probably on my list for at least 10 yea...
An introduction to low and no alcohol drinks
13 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s Club Soda podcast episode is from a live webinar we did back in November with the wonderful Tom from Wise Bartender. Laura and Tom take ...
Mindful Drinking and Sober Christmas Tips
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Laura and Dru present Christmas tips from a cast of diverse voices from the mindful drinking and sober world to support you this holiday season. Covid...
Tasting & food pairing alcohol-free beer
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Find Club Soda:The Club Soda Tasting Room is at 39 Drury Lane, London, WC2B 5RRFind us on Instagram
In conversation with Marcus Barnes - Men, Alcohol and Mental Health
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve been a journalist for 17 years now. All of the different areas of journalism that I’ve worked in have allowed me access to parties, social ev...
How to talk to a loved one about their drinking
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
this episode of the Club Soda podcast, we talk to Jo Huey. She is a daughter of an alcoholic father, and through sharing her story she has discovered ...
Rok Soba brings alcohol-free lifestyle to BTC Racing
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you want to cut down or stop drinking, make better alcohol-free drinks choices, or connect with other people, we are really glad you found Clu...
Men Drinking Mindfully - Season 2 Episode 1
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of the things we find fascinating is that in this space, unlike so many others in society, it's the voices of women that you're most lik...
Lucy Spraggan, Love Sober, Getting Started, Nona, Journalling, alcohol and menopause - Podcast Episode 11
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We start September with hope and optimism. After some uncertain months things are beginning to get back to normal. Here at Club Soda we have a general...
Stone Cold Moderation and Spencer Matthews’ Clean Liquor – Podcast Episode 10
05 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode we talk to Spencer Matthews about getting sober and his Clean Liquor alcohol-free spirit, and Chase from Stone Cold Moderation...
Sober Lushes, Self-esteem and Children – Podcast Episode 9
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this Podcast episode we hear from Sober Lushes, talk about self-esteem, as well as children and alcohol-free parenting.The post Sober Lushes, Self-...
How not to drink during isolation. Advice from the best Part 2 – Podcast Episode 8
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
New podcast episode - some more super-duper advice from the best minds in the world of sobriety and mindful drinking on how not to drink during lockdo...
How not to drink during isolation. Advice from the best Part 1 – Podcast Episode 7
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Things are a bit tough right now, the lockdown and isolation creates all sorts of challenges when it comes to alcohol. We have advice from the brighte...
Dealing with uncertainty, meditation, drinking & coping with kids! Podcast Episode 6
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Club Soda podcast episode 6 we talk dealing with uncertainty, meditation, drinking & coping with kids, online courses & great alcohol-free ...
Ruby Warrington, Wise Bartender, sober playbooks, better pubs, is AF beer healthy? Podcast Episode 5
05 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In Club Soda podcast Episode 5 we talk to Ruby Warrington and Wise Bartender, discuss health benefits of alcohol-free beer, and learn about sober play...
Holidays, #febfast, Caleno, Blossom Rebels all in Podcast Episode 4
29 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this month’s Club Soda podcast we interview some great people about their ventures: Lauren […]The post Holidays, #febfast, Caleno, Blossom Rebe...
Where to drink this January + real stories – Podcast Episode 3
06 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Here's episode 3 of the Club Soda podcast where we talk all things dry January including personal stories from members and our guide to where to ...
Going AF before Xmas & top tips for New Year – Podcast episode 2!
09 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Club Soda podcast episode 2 is full of great things to get you through a cold, dark winter as a mindful drinker: drink ideas, stories, expert intervie...
Our Podcast has Launched – listen to episode 1 now!
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We are proud to announce the launch of the long-awaited Club Soda Podcast! Every month we will bring you an amazing programme full of interviews, drin...