You know that sinking feeling when you wake up with a hangover and think: “I’m never doing this again”? We’ve all been there. But what happens when you follow through? Sonia Kahlon and Kathleen Killen can tell you, because they did it! They went from sisters-in-law, to Sisters in Sobriety. In this podcast, Sonia and Kathleen invite you into their world, as they navigate the ups and downs of sobriety, explore stories of personal growth and share their journey of wellness and recovery. Get rea ...
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Embracing the Imperfection of Recovery with Sonia Kahlon | The Way Out Podcast Episode 422
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Charlie had a wildly entertaining Recovery rap session that was quite insightful indeed with Sonia Kahlon, Creator and Co-Host of the popular Sisters in Sobriety Podcast. Sonia shares her journey to and through Recovery to this point and what Recovery looks like for her today including her podcast work. We even talk about our respective experiences…
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Ditching Mommy Wine Culture and Corporate Stress With Bella Ferguson
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This week on Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia sits down with Bella Ferguson, a certified This Naked Mind coach and co-host of the Not Drinking Alcohol podcast. Bella shares how she went from working in high-pressure corporate law, where "work hard, play hard" was the mantra, to embracing a sober lifestyle. Spoiler alert: she’s thriving, and she’s here to…
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Recovering and Creating Out Loud with Josh Lovelace | The Way Out Podcast Episode 425
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Learn more about Josh Lovelace and his music: https://www.joshlovelacemusic.com/ Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation: FallingUpward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Richard Rohr - https://a.co/d/7vab9Gf Best piece of Recovery advice: Find supportive people toyour recovery I Stopped Drinking Yesterday by Josh Lovelace - https:…
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The First 90 Days: How to Start and Stick with Sobriety with Courtney Andersen
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Today’s episode of Sisters in Sobriety is all about navigating the ups, downs, and surprising discoveries of early sobriety! Sonia is joined by Courtney Andersen, the founder of Sober Vibes and a seasoned sober life coach who’s been alcohol-free for over a decade. Courtney’s also the author of Sober Vibes: A Guide to Thriving in Your First 90 Days …
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Jerome Miller on the Philosophy of Twelve Step Recovery | The Way Out Podcast Episode 424
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Learn more about the book! Sobering Wisdom: Philosophical Explorations of Twelve StepSpirituality by Jerome A. Miller (Editor), Nicholas Plants (Editor) - https://a.co/d/ahaGYcP Literature recommendations: The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky - https://a.co/d/gZ5JNov The Spirituality of Imperfection: Storytelling and theSearch for Mean by by…
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Breaking Free from the Food Guilt Cycle with Ali Shapiro
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Today, Kathleen and Sonia bring you a fascinating chat with Ali Shapiro – health coach, speaker, and creator of Truce with Food. Together, they dig into the highs, lows, and everything in between when it comes to cravings, food, and the ways alcohol plays into it all. In this episode, they tackle questions we all ask ourselves: Why do I crave sugar…
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Getting to Know "Never Say No Josh" Smith | The Way Out Podcast Episode 423
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Jason talks #recovery and #God with Joshua Smith! Josh is the V.P. of the executive board of directors for Recovery Cafe Anoka County and one of the leaders of the Life Recovery Meeting at North Star Community Church in Coon Rapids MN. His heart for service earned him the nickname, "never say no Josh" so do be sure you #ListenUp Contact Josh at jos…
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Emotional Eating & Self-Worth: Ali Shapiro’s Guide to True Food Freedom
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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen explore the nuanced connections between food, emotional well-being, and self-worth with special guest Ali Shapiro, a health coach, speaker, and creator of the Truce with Food program. Ali brings a unique perspective to our understanding of food and body image, diving deep into how they shap…
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EFT Tapping, Self-Love, and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs With Lorina
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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen dive deep into topics of self-sabotage, overcoming limiting beliefs, and perfectionism with returning guest Lorina Christine, a transformational coach, mentor, and podcast host. Today, Sonia and Kathleen are here to help you gain insights into managing high-achieving tendencies while embrac…
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When YOU Stop Fighting with Daryl Dittmer | The Way Out Podcast Episode 421
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Daryl Dittmer first appeared on The Way Out back in March 2024. Listen Here: https://buff.ly/40lO3dK. Daryl is back and he and Charlie had a powerhouse of a Recovery discussion chalked full of Recovery tools and wisdom. They also chat about his upcoming book, When You Stop Fighting: The Road You're On Is Your Own Asphalt a sequel to his debut When …
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Living Fully After Addiction: Tim Gordon’s Guide to ACT
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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen are joined by Timothy Gordon, MSW, RSW, a social worker and expert in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to help you dig deep into how ACT can support recovery and mental health. Together, they’re here to help you understand how ACT can help you live a fuller, more present life, espec…
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Navigating Parenthood & Family Life in Recovery with Sarah Allen Benton | The Way Out Podcast Episode 420
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Sarah Allen Benton is an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, person in long term #Recovery & Author of the book PARENTS IN RECOVERY: Navigating a Sober Family Lifestyle. Sarah's latest addition into the quit lit space fills a sorely needed void, offering parents in Recovery a field guide full of advice & wisdom from her own experience, experts, & …
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Balancing Sobriety and Success: How Megan Gluth-Bohan Leads Authentically
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In today’s episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen sit down with Megan Gluth-Bohan, a powerhouse CEO. Megan has built an impressive career, but what really makes her story special is how her personal journey to sobriety has shaped both her leadership style and her life. She’s here to chat about everything from navigating alcohol in a hig…
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From Struggle to Strength & Recovery with Cy Cawthorn | The Way Out Podcast Episode 419
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Person in long term Recovery and Certified Peer Recover Specialist Cy Cawthorn shares his journey to and through Recovery to this point including the loss of his son in Recovery. Cy's story is a powerful example of what Recovery can look like and what it looks like to transform pain into purpose so #ListenUp https://buff.ly/3AIoRBc Recovery literat…
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From Trauma to Triumph: Caroline Beidler on Healing and Sobriety
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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Kathleen and Sonia sit down with Caroline Beidler, MSW, to discuss the powerful intersection of trauma, addiction, and recovery. Caroline believes that transformation is possible and healing is a choice. Her own experience in addiction, mental health, and trauma recovery has inspired her to help other women f…
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The Mindful Life with Alex McRobert | The Way Out Podcast Episode 418
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Contact Alex: mailto:alex@themindfullifepractice.com Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendations: Daily Reflections on Addiction, Yoga, and Getting Well - https://a.co/d/aB8A23J Meditations From The Mat: A Daily Guide for the Practice ofYoga By: Gates, Rolf -https://a.co/d/5yftrWx Best piece of advice: "Really lean intocommunity". Resources/link…
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Swipe Smart: 5 Ways to Tell If Your Match Is Sober Friendly
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Hey there! Welcome to our Sober Dating Series—Swipe Smart! In this episode, we’re talking about Five Ways to Tell if Your Match is Sober Friendly Before the First Date. Dating can be tricky, especially when you're navigating the world of sobriety. But don't worry, we've got you covered! Whether you're tired of swiping on profiles that treat whiskey…
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Recovery is Complex: Co-Occurring Disorders With Erin Gilmour
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Erin Gilmour, the founder of Rose Psychotherapy, is back with us for another insightful episode of Sisters in Sobriety! Erin is not only a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and Certified Canadian Addiction Counsellor (CCAC), but she’s also someone who truly gets it—thanks to her own recovery journey. Known for her compassionate, down-to-earth style, …
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How Mitch Motivates Turned His Addiction into His Superpower | The Way Out Podcast Episode 417
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Mitch Motivates is a speaker, person in long term Recovery, and Author of the new book My Addiction, My Super Power: From Mania to Motivates: Twelve Tips for Overcoming Addiction, Crushing Life, and Inspiring Others. Mitch has an inspiring story and an infectious passion for Recovery and for helping others find #Recovery themselves so #ListenUp Rea…
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Suicide Prevention Month: My Battle with Anxiety, Depression, and Alcohol
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In this heartfelt and powerful episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia opens up about her personal battle with anxiety, depression, and how quitting drinking ultimately saved her life. As we recognize September as Suicide Prevention Month, Sonia’s story will resonate with anyone who has struggled in silence. Her message is one of hope, courage, and t…
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Manifest Your Best Life: Sobriety and Transformation with Lorina Christine
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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, Sonia and Kathleen welcome the remarkable Lorina Christine, a motivational speaker, mentor, and coach dedicated to helping people break free from limiting beliefs, manifest abundance, and step into their true purpose. Through her personal transformation and journey in sobriety, Lorina has empowered countless …
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William Cope Moyers on How His Life & Recovery Broke Open | The Way Out Podcast Episode 416
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William C Moyers is Vice President of Public Affairs and community relations for Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and author of the best selling books "Broken: My Story of Addiction and Redemption" and "Broken Open: What Painkillers Taught Me About Life and Recovery". William shares how his run-in with painkillers took him down a dark path, how he re…
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Join Sonia in this episode of our Dating Sober series as she shares a heartfelt and ironically amusing diary entry about her adventures as a single sober girl. Hear about her journey with a guy named T, who seemed perfect at first but revealed some red flags regarding drinking. Sonia offers relatable advice on maintaining your boundaries, trusting …
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This classic episode of "Sisters in Sobriety" is part of our new Dating Sober Series! Join Sonia and Kathleen as they share laughs, wisdom, and a few awkward moments they’ve faced while navigating the dating world alcohol-free. They promise to make you smile and maybe blush, as they help you explore the joys and jitters of sober dating. What does d…
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God Saved Me with Travis Stevens | The Way Out Podcast Episode 415
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Travis Stevens shares his raw #Recovery story with us, and the transformation in his character and his life are so powerful and evident as you hear him recount the events that led to his ultimate breaking point! His story is inspirational and highly instructive for all of us! Some of the topics covered are parenting, embracing vulnerability, and in…
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Going Dry in Style: How Hilary Sheinbaum Redefines Socializing
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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, we're joined by Hilary Sheinbaum, the brains behind GoingDry.co and author of The Dry Challenge: How to Lose the Booze for Dry January, Sober October, and Any Other Alcohol-Free Month. Hilary’s been a sober-curious advocate since 2017, and she’s all about helping people have a great time without alcohol. She’…
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Every Day Is a New Day with Jenny Teeters | The Way Out Podcast Episode 414
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Reach out to Jenny and learn more about her and her work: https://jennyteeters.com/ Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendations: Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions - https://www.aa.org/twelve-steps-twelve-traditions Best piece of Recovery advice: Participate! Song that symbolizes Recovery to Jenny: I came here to live by Trace Adkins - https://y…
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Recovery is Worth the Work with John Machado | The Way Out Podcast Episode 413
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John Machado shares his passion for the 12 steps with us and talked about a wide array of topics such as emotional maturity in early recovery, communication skills, and learning what true intimacy in a relationship is. The first step towards learning any hard lesson is always the hardest, and nothing that’s worth it is going to come easy! This was …
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Mocktails 101: Tips, Tricks, and Trends with the Mocktail Wiz
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Join us on Sisters in Sobriety as we chat with the incredibly talented Derick Santiago, also known as the Mocktail Wiz. Derick’s passion for creating delicious, alcohol-free drinks has inspired many to rethink what a good drink can be. In this episode, he shares his journey to sobriety, his love for mixology, and his latest creations—a book called …
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From Alienation to Connection with Dallas Bragg | The Way Out Podcast Episode 412
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Sobriety Coach and person in long term #Recovery Dallas Brag shares his #Recovery journey and how he went from isolation and alienation to meaningful connection. Dallas discusses the challenges he faced as a gay man and with a crystal meth addiction in finding rewarding and enduring #Recovery and how he's helping people like him find Recovery so #L…
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Unlocking Purpose: Karolina Rzadkowolska on the Power of Living Alcohol-Free
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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, we delve into the transformative journey of embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle with Karolina Rzadkowolska, an alcohol-free empowerment expert and the founder of Euphoric Alcohol-Free. Through her programs, she’s worked with thousands of clients to change their drinking habits and unleash a new level of healt…
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Robert Bray on Thought Field Therapy & Recovery | The Way Out Podcast Episode 411
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Robert L Bray is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a PHD in Clinical Psychology and is an expert practitioner and teacher of Thought Field Therapy. Robert shares his own experience with addiction and what EMDR Therapy and Thought Field Therapy have in common and what separates these two forms of therapy. Robert actually performs Thought F…
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Recovering Out Loud: A Conversation with Charles LeVoir
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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety, hosts Sonia and Kathleen sit down with a special guest, Charles LeVoir, the inspiring host of The Way Out, a sobriety and recovery podcast. Charles has been a ray of hope in the recovery community, sharing countless stories that resonate with those on their own journeys. Today, Sonia and Kathleen dive deep in…
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Wild Heart Adventures with Paul Lanhart - The Way Out Podcast Episode 410
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Contact Paul and learn more about Wild Heart Adventures: Wildha.org Thrivefrr.org Contact Paul: Paul@wildha.org Recovery literature (Quit-Lit) recommendation: The Anatomy of Peace: Resolving the Heart of Conflict by The Arbinger Institute - https://a.co/d/hbth1Fs Best Piece of Advice: "Do you want to be right for the sake of justice? Or do you want…
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