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Confident Sober Women

Shelby
Mental Health
Sobriety
Recovery
Trauma
Neurofeedback Therapy
Emotional Sobriety
EMDR Therapy
Addiction
Nervous System Regulation
Personal Growth
Alcoholism
Women Empowerment
Self-Care
Addiction Recovery
Mindfulness
Spirituality
Sober Living
Boundaries
Nutritional Psychology
Anxiety

Join Shelby John, sober since July 1, 2002, for empowering conversations on the Confident Sober Women podcast with women who've found joy and confidence in their alcohol and drug-free lives. This show is a rally cry for empathetic, resilient, and wisdom-seeking women dedicated to building a life you don't want to escape from after that crucial first year of a sober lifestyle.

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Latest Episodes

This conversation with Dr. Dawnmarie Risley-Childs stays with you. Not because it’s easy to hear, but because it’s real.

Dawnmarie shares her story of growing up in severe abuse and how that shaped her path into psychiatry, and eventually into a muc... more

Some stories stay with you, not because they’re dramatic, but because they’re honest.

In this conversation, Shelby sits down with Vivian Moyo, a trauma-informed life coach, to talk about what it really means to heal after deep loss. Vivian shares he... more

What if sobriety is less about labels and more about how you live, think, and feel each day?

In this episode, Shelby sits down with transformation coach Heather Simco to talk about a more honest and grounded approach to recovery. With over a decade ... more

In this episode of Confident Sober Women, Shelby sits down with Colette Baron-Reid for an honest conversation about what long-term sobriety really looks like in real life.

With more than 40 years of sobriety, Colette shares her experience with addic... more

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Dawnmarie Risley-Childs
Board-certified psychiatrist, physician coach, author
Author of The Offering of Physicians' Journey Through Abuse, Psychedelics, and the Freedom of Forgiveness
Episode: When Healing Gets Honest: Trauma, Boundaries, and Finding Real Freedom
Heather Simcoe
Transformation coach and founder of Complete Concierge Solutions and Sober Boss Babe
Sober Boss Babe / Complete Concierge Solutions
Episode: Emotional Sobriety, Not Labels: Redefining Recovery for High-Achieving Women
Colette Baron-Reid
Internationally respected author, artist, educator, and spiritual intuitive
Self-employed author/spiritual teacher
Episode: Beyond Sobriety: Colette Baron-Reid on Healing, Humility, and Long-Term Recovery
Sarah Barnes Humphrey
Founder of the Let's Talk Supply Chain podcast; author of I Buried Her in a French Press
Let's Talk Supply Chain; author
Episode: Losing Everything and Finding Your Voice with Sarah Barnes Humphrey
Lane Kennedy
Owner and creator of Calm Living Docent, stress management expert focused on nervous system regulation
Calm Living Docent
Episode: What 29 Years of Sobriety Teaches About Nervous System Healing
Carly Schwartz
Former editor-in-chief of the San Francisco Examiner and founding editor of HuffPost San Francisco Bureau
Author, Journalist
Episode: Finding Humor, Belonging, and Emotional Sobriety with Carly Schwartz
Beth McDonough
Seasoned television crime reporter
Former Fox News / Minnesota TV stations
Episode: From Rock Bottom to Recovery: Beth McDonough on Accountability, Trauma, and Staying Sober
Shoshana Walter
Author, long-time investigative reporter focusing on criminal justice and child welfare systems
The Marshall Project
Episode: The Hidden Scandal in America’s Rehab System with Shoshana Walter
Meg Gluth
CEO of Catalint Solutions and long-term recovery advocate
Catalint Solutions
Episode: From Functional Alcoholism to $100M Business Owner: Meg Gluth's Sober Success Story

Host

Shelby John
Host of Confident Sober Women podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • A podcast that I can identify with!

    I came across Shelby’s podcast and was immediately drawn to its name, because thankfully I overcame addiction and am indeed a confident, sober woman as a result. I find her to be very relatable, enjoy the guests on her show, and appreciate the wide variety of topics they discuss. I learn from every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Newsgirl58
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    What a resource that Shelby has created for her community! Real conversations and she has real authentic guests that provide so much insight. I love how much she is leading this movement in the sober/alcohol-free community. So thankful for this!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lahana Vigliano
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast - Honest and informative

    I really enjoyed being a guest on this podcast. Shelby is knowledgeable and inspiring. Thank you for letting me share my story while also sharing yours.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    omggggggbmo
    United States2 years ago
  • Starting from 0

    You are not helpful/nice

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madi716
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative and Honest Podcast

    Shelby’s podcast delivers honest, real, relatable content. She offers wisdom from not only her experience, but also as a therapist. Her down to earth approach makes it easy to listen to this wonderful podcast and she has great guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meg Geisewite
    United States2 years ago

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Diverse, authentic guests and candid conversations a plus for sponsors.
Listeners appreciate honest, relatable stories and actionable tools.
The show provides real value to women seeking empowerment in sobriety.
Engaging host with practical takeaways for everyday sobriety.
Strong community-building and supportive tone appreciated by audience.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

From Functional Alcoholism to $100M Business Owner: Meg Gluth's Sober Success Story
Q: What are some things you learned and put into place during your first five years of sobriety?
Meg emphasizes the importance of social connections, building a spiritual practice, and addressing emotional baggage as key components in her early recovery process.
From Functional Alcoholism to $100M Business Owner: Meg Gluth's Sober Success Story
Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about your recovery story?
Meg discusses her upbringing in the Midwest under challenging circumstances, her journey through college, and how alcohol became a way to cope with life's pressures until her turning point that led her to seek sobriety.
Spirit-Led Recovery: Finding Freedom Through Faith
Q: What was the catalyst for giving you that freedom from alcohol?
Paulette discusses how understanding the impact of alcohol on the brain and her spiritual journey helped her overcome addiction.
Transforming Your Recovery: Overcoming Perfectionism's Grip
Q: Where did you, were you able to pinpoint some areas of your life where that perfectionism came from?
Dr. Klugman reflects that her high expectations were instilled by her loving but demanding parents, leading her to believe her worth was based on her accomplishments.
Rebuilding What Addiction Broke: A Mother's Journey to Reconnection
Q: What advice can you give to others working on repairing family relationships in recovery?
Accountability, validating others' feelings, and maintaining balance in life are critical for mending relationships.

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["Empowering conversations focused on thriving in long-term recovery, with a emphasis on confidence, emotional well-being, and practical tools for living alcohol- and drug-free lives. Topics range from neuroscience and emotional regulation to community support, spirituality, nutrition, parenting in recovery, and transforming identity after addiction.","Guests typically bring personal recovery journeys, professional coaching, or health and wellness expertise, offering actionable strategies for listeners at various stages of sobriety while highlighting resilience, self-compassion, and authenticity. The show often blends practical tips, therapeutic tools (like neurofeedback and EMDR), and faith- or values-based approaches to help listeners bui... more

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Recent guests on Confident Sober Women include:

1. Dawnmarie Risley-Childs
2. Heather Simcoe
3. Colette Baron-Reid
4. Sarah Barnes Humphrey
5. Lane Kennedy
6. Carly Schwartz
7. Beth McDonough
8. Shoshana Walter

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