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Journey to the Sunnyside

Sunnyside
Mindful Drinking
Alcohol Moderation
Mental Health
Sunnyside
Sober Curiosity
Negotiation
Anxiety
Alcohol Consumption
Community Support
Addiction Recovery
Harm Reduction
Alcohol Awareness Month
Sober October
Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
Mixology
Addiction Treatment
Neuroscience
Mindfulness
Neurohacking
Health and Wellness

Journey to the Sunnyside is a top 1% podcast, reaching over 500,000 listeners every week. It’s your guide to exploring mindful living with alcohol—whether you're cutting back, moderating, or thinking about quitting. While Sunnyside helps you reduce your drinking, this podcast goes further, diving into topics like mindful drinking, sober curiosity, moderation, and full sobriety. Through real storie... more

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By the time you’re standing in the kitchen at 7 PM, your brain may have already decided. In today’s episode, we look at why the hardest part of drinking habits often happens before you ever pour a drink. Understanding that early window can help you s... more

What if the things you hide from yourself—even small traumas—are keeping you stuck on autopilot? In this conversation, performance intelligence expert Marcy Axelrod shares her journey from childhood stuttering to developing the "Show Up System™" used... more

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In this episode, I break down the psychology behind what you watched yesterday. Not the game. Not the halftime show. The thing happening in the background that your brain registered without you realizing it. This isn't about whether drinking is good ... more

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Knowing what to do usually isn’t the problem. Most people already know what would help them feel better, whether that’s drinking less, sleeping more, taking better care of themselves, or managing stress. And yet, they don’t. In this episode, I’m join... more

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Recent Guests

Arlina Allen
Sober for over 30 years and expert on alcohol moderation and recovery
Episode: When 30 Years of Sobriety Leads to a More Flexible Approach w/ Arlina Allen
Billy Grady
Co-founder and CEO of Kava Haven
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Episode: Can Kava Replace Your Nightcap? w/ Billy Grady
Zoa Conner
Ph.D. in Physics and functional wellness expert
Episode: Wired, Tired, and Looking for Relief w/ Zoa Conner
Marci Hopkins
Host of Wake Up with Marci, speaker, and author of Chaos to Clarity, who shares her journey of trauma and recovery.
Episode: From Chaos to Clarity and the Moment Everything Shifted w/ Marci Hopkins
Claudia Christian
Actress, author, and advocate for evidence-based approaches to alcohol use disorder.
Episode: Why “Just Quit Drinking” Never Worked for Me w/ Claudia Christian
Katie Nessel
Co-host of Soberish Mom, advocate for mindful drinking and moderation
Soberish Mom
Episode: How to Do Dry(ish) January Without the Rebound w/ Katie Nessel
Rachel Lundberg
Founder of Thrive Yoga and Wellness, specializing in movement, yoga, and nervous system regulation.
Thrive Yoga and Wellness
Episode: The ABC Method for Cravings and Stress Drinking w/ Rachel Lundberg
Malcolm McLeod
A caregiver and student training to be an intimacy coach, living in Maui, Hawaii.
Episode: How Malcolm Cut his Drinking by 75% with Sunnyside Med
Jeanette Hu
Psychotherapist who developed the Four Pillar Sobriety System.
Episode: The Four Pillars of Letting Go Without Going All-or-Nothing w/ Jeanette Hu

Host

Mike Hardenbrook
Host of a series focusing on mindful drinking and personal growth with a background in neuroscience and as a best-selling author.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 198 ratings
  • WOW! The timing of this episode was 'spot-on'

    I've been part of Sunnyside for almost 10 months. This program has been very helpful. I listen to 10 minute Mondays every week, And each one gives me education, solace and support.

    Today's episode, was addressing an issue that I've really been struggling with in the last 2 weeks.

    Up to this point I have felt very good and proud of my progress with moderation (slow and steady).But in the last 2 weeks I've been struggling with sticking to my plan. What was discussed today was actually what I'd be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Div46592
    United States23 days ago
  • Why Just Quit Drinking Never Worked For Me

    Perfect! Claudia was great. Thanks, Mike - another terrific and helpful podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Get to 15/wk
    United Statesa month ago
  • Science based and positive

    I love the short episodes that dive into a topic or science or habit change. The guests can be interesting but I do feel like it’s heavy on the fully sober crowd (which is fine!) and that can be a little alienating if you intend to moderate or only drink socially.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    listener215
    United Statesa month ago
  • Reduced Drinking

    Thank you for your podcast today. Been in SS for two years and finally succeeding with the use of naltrexone and SS app. Right now not drinking at all. No cravings and clearer mind. Also, Therapy helped me. Again thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anne1280
    United States3 months ago
  • Always worth a listen!

    I like the Monday podcast with the quick, helpful hands this one on the hangover issue and the quiet withdrawal was really interesting. And helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Funwithbarb
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many find the personal stories shared by guests to be inspiring and helpful in their own journeys.
Listeners appreciate the practical, science-backed strategies offered to manage their drinking habits.
The host is often described as approachable and relatable, creating a non-judgmental space for discussion.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

When 30 Years of Sobriety Leads to a More Flexible Approach w/ Arlina Allen
Q: How do you help people figure out what kind of support they need without pushing them too hard?
Meet them where they're at, help them define their goals, and support them as they run their experiments with moderation or abstinence.
When 30 Years of Sobriety Leads to a More Flexible Approach w/ Arlina Allen
Q: What do you say to people who don't want to drink like they used to but aren't ready to say they're done forever?
Don't be done forever then. Lean into that feeling and gather your own data; experiment with moderation if that's what you're curious about.
Why Knowing What to Do Isn’t Enough w/ Arlina Allen
Q: What do you say to people who are afraid they might not need alcohol anymore?
It's about identity; people may fear losing their identity associated with drinking.
Why Knowing What to Do Isn’t Enough w/ Arlina Allen
Q: What is Internal Family Systems?
Internal Family Systems is a therapy modality that deals with multiple parts within us.
Why Knowing What to Do Isn’t Enough w/ Arlina Allen
Q: So when you hear that, what's usually going on underneath the surface?
What's going on underneath the surface are parts of ourselves that may want to act differently.

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Focused on mindful living and drinking, the content addresses individuals looking to amend their relationship with alcohol, whether they aim to cut down, moderate, or quit entirely. Each episode features a blend of personal stories, expert interviews, and scientifically-backed strategies that foster a non-judgmental environment for listeners to explore healthier habits and mindsets surrounding alcohol. The unique aspect of this series lies in its emphasis on community support and holistic approaches, encouraging listeners to appreciate their journey without shame and rigid expectations.

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1. Arlina Allen
2. Billy Grady
3. Zoa Conner
4. Marci Hopkins
5. Claudia Christian
6. Katie Nessel
7. Rachel Lundberg
8. Malcolm McLeod

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