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Journey to the Sunnyside

Sunnyside
Mindful Drinking
Alcohol
Alcohol Moderation
Habit Change
Mindfulness
Sunnyside
Mental Health
Alcohol Consumption
Cravings
Neuroscience
Moderation
Dopamine
Self-Improvement
Mindful Living
Naltrexone
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Sunnyside Med
Personal Growth
Harm Reduction
Sober Curious Movement

Exploring the science of drinking less, from alcohol cravings and habit change to moderation, naltrexone, and building a healthier relationship with alcohol. Whether you're sober curious, cutting back, or thinking about quitting, this podcast meets you where you are. Journey to the Sunnyside is a top 1% podcast reaching over 500,000 listeners every week. Through expert interviews, neuroscience res... more

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Most people trying to drink less focus on the drink. But for a lot of high-functioning people, that's only half the pattern. There's a whole cycle underneath it. You overdo it, you feel off, you recommit, you clean things up, you get that "I'm back" ... more

A lot of people think the hardest part about changing their drinking is the alcohol itself. But honestly, for a lot of people, the real exhaustion comes from the constant mental negotiation around it. Should I quit drinking completely? Can I moderate... more

In part two, Sunnyside co-founder and CEO Nick Allen continues his conversation with Dr. Jeffrey Egler, Chief Medical Officer at Noom, with a deeper focus on behavior change. They get into why willpower usually fails, how systems and structure make h... more

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In this episode, we dig into the strange grief that can show up when you start drinking less. Not regret. Not a craving exactly. More like the quiet feeling of missing something you’re genuinely glad you changed. We’ll look at why alcohol can become ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jeffrey Egler
Chief Medical Officer at Noom
Noom
Episode: Healthy Aging: A Doctor’s Perspective on Living Better, Longer w/ Noom CMO Dr. Jeffrey Egler
Jon Paul Crimi
Former celebrity trainer and sober coach turned breathwork teacher
Breath with JP / Five Day Emotional Detox
Episode: The Breathwork Reset for Stress, Shame, and Anxiety w/ Jon Paul Crimi
Morgan Smith
Founder/owner of Kalm with Kava
Kalm with Kava
Episode: Why Some Kava Works and Some Doesn’t w/ Morgan Smith
Geoff Cook
CEO of Noom, leading digital behavior change
Noom
Episode: Food Noise, Alcohol Noise, and the New Science of Medication-Assisted Behavior Change w/ Sunnyside CEO Nick Allen & Noom CEO Geoff Cook
Beej Karpen
Mindfulness-based coach and IFS practitioner
Insight Out NYC / Mindful Drinking Workshops
Episode: Why the Parts of You That Drink Are Not the Enemy w/ Beej Karpen
Andrea Pain
Executive Director of Moderation Management
Moderation Management
Episode: Before Mindful Drinking, There Was Moderation Management w/ Andrea Pain
Jenny Williamson
Executive Director, Options Save Lives
Options Save Lives
Episode: Cravings vs Habits: Understanding How Naltrexone Really Helps w/ Jenny Williamson
Jen Kautsch
Founder of Sober Sis, community for women questioning their relationship with alcohol
Sober Sis
Episode: Stuck in the Detox to Retox Loop w/ Jennifer Kautsch
Marcy Axelrod
Performance intelligence expert and author
Choose to Show Up
Episode: Your Secrets Are Making You Sick w/ Marcy Axelrod

Host

Mike Hardenbrook
Host of Journey to the Sunnyside; neuroscience-informed mindfulness advocate; long-running host

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 211 ratings
  • Helped me so much

    I’ve subscribed to the app for a few years now and been listening to the podcast for a couple. I appreciate the knowledge and perspectives Mike shares. These episodes have absolutely helped me on my journey with moderation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DarthMunkey76
    United Statesa month ago
  • What you feel stuck even when you know better

    I had to bail on this one because of that awful story about the testing on the rats. Normally I like the show but that was just too much to take as an animal lover.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    kebinpdx
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    I love the 10 minute Monday episodes! They are such a quick refreshing start to my week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ML11839
    United States2 months ago
  • Educational and Supportive

    I listen to most of the 10 minute Monday podcasts and many of the longer ones. I find the content to be inspirational, educational and helpful. I love the non judgmental approach and that the topics are so relevant to someone on a mindful moderation journey. I always come away with additional perspective and a feeling of being supported and understood.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PegsterD
    United States3 months ago
  • What 1,2,5 drinks can do

    Perfect information for me - will keep up my couple dry days and really limit drinks to “2” on drinking days.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Get to 15/wk
    United States3 months ago

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Some feedback notes that a fully sober emphasis can feel alienating to listeners aiming to moderate.
Guests and host offer relatable stories without shaming those choosing moderation or sobriety.
Sponsorships feel aligned with the mindfulness mission and add credibility.
Listeners appreciate the non-judgmental, science-based approach to mindful drinking.
The show provides practical, bite-sized guidance that fits into busy schedules.

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Healthy Aging: A Doctor’s Perspective on Living Better, Longer w/ Noom CMO Dr. Jeffrey Egler
Q: How should we shift from sick care to proactive aging strategies in everyday life?
Move from a disease-centered mindset to a health and wellbeing framework by addressing interconnections between nutrition, sleep, activity, and stress; use a systems biology view to coordinate changes across pillars, and consider medications or biologics only as complementary tools, not the foundation.
Healthy Aging: A Doctor’s Perspective on Living Better, Longer w/ Noom CMO Dr. Jeffrey Egler
Q: What does healthy aging mean from your perspective as a clinical leader at Noom?
Healthy aging is about staying vibrant and functional throughout life, integrating nutrition, sleep, movement, social connections, and appropriate use of biologics, with a focus on practical, systems-oriented lifestyle changes rather than treating isolated symptoms.
Systems Over Willpower w/ Noom CMO Dr. Jeffrey Egler
Q: What practical steps can listeners take to start healthier aging and alcohol-related goals today?
Identify one change to focus on, consider environmental and social factors, use micro-habits and goal-setting, and seek support or partner with a program (Sunnyside or Noom) to implement daily actions.
Systems Over Willpower w/ Noom CMO Dr. Jeffrey Egler
Q: How do Noom and Sunnyside view the role of medication in behavior change?
Medication is seen as a catalyst or spark that can enable higher engagement with behavioral tools; it is not the sole solution and should be paired with structured habit change, with attention to durability and long-term adherence.
Systems Over Willpower w/ Noom CMO Dr. Jeffrey Egler
Q: What is the core shift Sunnyside and Noom are advocating away from traditional messaging about health and drinking?
The shift is from telling people to simply willpower their way to change to offering structured systems, habit-tracking, environment design, community support, and sometimes medication to catalyze engagement and durable change.

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What is Journey to the Sunnyside about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on mindful approaches to alcohol, exploring strategies for cutting back, moderating, or stopping altogether. Episodes mix science-backed insights, practical tips, and real-world stories from guests and hosts to help listeners rethink their relationship with drinking. Topics frequently cover neuroscience of craving, habit change, identity around alcohol, and alternatives to alcohol in social settings. A notable through-line is non-judgmental guidance that blends behavioral science with mindfulness, often with sponsor integrations that align with the mindful-drinking mission. This combination of expert perspectives, actionable habits, and a compassionate tone is likely to appeal to listeners seeking flexible pathways to healt... more

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3. Morgan Smith
4. Geoff Cook
5. Beej Karpen
6. Andrea Pain
7. Jenny Williamson
8. Jen Kautsch

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