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Over The Influence: The Alcohol Free Podcast

Over The Influence
Sobriety
Mental Health
Community Support
Alcohol-Free Lifestyle
Personal Growth
Recovery
Self-Improvement
Community Building
Parenting
Alcohol
Mindfulness
Alcoholics Anonymous
Health and Recovery
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Covid-19
Alcohol Consumption
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Perimenopause
Alcohol-Free Beverages
Alcohol Free Living

Welcome to Over the Influence, the podcast where sobriety isn't just a choice - it’s a celebration! Hosted by Sharon Hartley and Ben Anderson, both BBC professionals by day and passionate advocates for alcohol-free living by night, this is your go-to space for real, raw, and uplifting stories of what life looks like on the other side of alcohol. Each episode shines a light on inspiring, often hard... more

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Warning: this podcast contains references to suicide and suicidal thoughts throughout.

This week we welcome the wonderful Samantha Southern from onto Over The Influence!

Sam felt like she needed to stop drinking alcohol, but it wasn’t because ... more

We welcome back one of our all time favourite guests onto Over The Influence this week. It's Austin Karr!

Austin is now ten years sober and talks to us today about why it's so important to always strive for happiness. Becoming sober is a major hur... more

This week on the pod we complete the Team OTI trio by welcoming the fantastic Scottish Kelly onto the podcast!

We had Neil & Ian on the podcast a few weeks ago telling us all about it and now we're going to hear about it from the woman who had th... more

Brisbane’s finest Sarah Connelly is back for another round on the podcast and blimey, she’s been busy since we last spoke!

She’s now five and a half years alcohol free, she’s a coach and focussing specifically on the ‘grey area drinkers’: the peo... more

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Recent Guests

Austin Karr
A guest who recently celebrated a decade of sobriety.
Episode: S3 Ep214: Austin Karr: Striving For Happiness
Kelly Cooney
Community member and participant in the Northumbrian Ironman
Over The Influence
Episode: S3 Ep213: Kelly: The Team OTI Iron Man
Sarah Connelly
Sobriety coach and alcohol-free lifestyle advocate
sarahconnelly.com.au
Episode: S3 Ep212: Sarah Connelly: The Thirty Day Power Pause
Sarah Chamberlain
Ex-teacher turned coach focused on personal development and the topic of shame
Episode: S3 Ep210: Sarah Chamberlain: UnashamED
Sharon Gavin
Sister of Lauretta, a comedy double act and wellness advocate
Gavin Sisters
Episode: S3 Ep209: The Gavin Sisters: The Detox Barn
James Laughlin
World champion drummer and high performance coach, currently living in New Zealand.
jjlaughlin.com
Episode: S3 Ep208: James Laughlin: The Habits of High Performers
Annalise Woolfson
A community member from North London, former heavy drinker, and now over two years alcohol-free.
Episode: S3 Ep205: Annalise Woolfson: Don't Give Up!
Lauren Newhouse
A mother who is approaching a year and a half alcohol-free, originally from South Africa.
Episode: 205: Lauren Newhouse: Sticking With It
Jen Mugan
Alcohol-free advocate and health coach
Episode: S3 Ep204: Jen Mugan: Maybe You Already Have Everything That You Need

Hosts

Ben Anderson
Co-host and advocate for living an alcohol-free life, sharing personal insights and experiences.
Sharon Hartley
Co-host with a focus on sharing stories of sobriety and community support, as well as personal experiences with alcohol-free living.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 610 ratings
  • The amazing OTI Pod

    I am so grateful to have found Shaz and Ben singing about the joys of Af life on the OTI podcast. The open and honest stories of recovery and the promotion of life changing experiences by just giving up the booze had me hooked from day one. I plucked up the courage to join the community and can now proudly say I am almost 2 years AF. I’ve made the most amazing friendships with incredible people who share the same goal to experience life and the best versions of themselves alcohol free. This pod ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    APJack1
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Best AF podcast!

    I love this podcast, it’s the perfect balance between being informative and interesting as well as funny and entertaining. Shaz and Ben are great hosts and I am so grateful they have started this podcast and the community, it’s such a support to me and I’m sure so many other people. If you are thinking about giving up drinking, are struggling giving up drinking or have successfully given up drinking, you’ll find some helpful content for sure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Is that Eugene?
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • 🎶how do I feel this good sober?🎶

    I love listening to Shaz, Ben and the podcast guests. You don’t have to be alcohol free to get involved. The podcasts are humorous , fun and motivational! It really feels like you’re having a chat with friends. I am now part of the OTI community and am inspired and supported every day, thank you guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hissaac
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Normalises and celebrates alcohol free life

    I started listening to this podcast when I decided to stop drinking nearly a year ago. It’s a constant companion that has helped me stay on course and has been such a big tool in changing my life for the better. Ben and Sharon are brilliant at presenting the highs and lows of alcohol free life with loads of warm humour and brilliant guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cathfactory
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Listened since the start

    This podcast is such a great listen and part of a wider community that I really get something out of. I like how Sharon and Ben are non judgmental and just relaxed and funny about it all. As a pervious ‘middle lane’) weekends mainly drinker and (hardly) never to massive extremes, it’s great to hear from others who want to be more healthy too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Davidc79
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its relatable and supportive community that promotes sobriety in a positive manner.
Many reviews highlight the humorous and warm approach of the hosts, making the discussions feel like friendly conversations.
The varied personal stories shared provide motivation and reassurance to those considering or already on a sobriety journey.
Some listeners feel overly focused on the abstinence model, wishing for more acknowledgment of moderate drinking options.

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S3 Ep214: Austin Karr: Striving For Happiness
Q: Do you think that the happiness and everything else that you want in life is only achievable through sobriety?
I don't think the life that I live now is possible for me if I drink in any way.
S3 Ep214: Austin Karr: Striving For Happiness
Q: Are you still content, Austin Karr?
Yes, I think I've become more content with my life over the last 18 months.
S3 Ep211: James Ruiz: The High-Flying Dad
Q: What brought you to Over The Influence?
James describes how he found the podcast while searching for a supportive community and fell in love with their positive and celebratory approach to sobriety.
S3 Ep210: Sarah Chamberlain: UnashamED
Q: Where do we start with shame for people looking to change their relationship with alcohol?
One should reach out to safe spaces and share their stories, which can help dissipate shame.
S3 Ep210: Sarah Chamberlain: UnashamED
Q: Is shame and regret the same?
Shame is a self-judgment while regret is about behaviors that can be changed, making guilt healthier than shame.

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This podcast offers an engaging exploration of sobriety through diverse personal stories and practical guidance from individuals embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle. With hosts Sharon and Ben leading the discussions, episodes often feature guests from various backgrounds—ranging from everyday people to well-known personalities—who share their transformations, challenges, and victories in living without alcohol. Themes frequently discussed include the mental and emotional health benefits of sobriety, community support, as well as the societal pressures surrounding drinking. The podcast is characterized by its inclusive and uplifting tone, making it a supportive space for anyone curious about or pursuing sobriety.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Austin Karr
2. Kelly Cooney
3. Sarah Connelly
4. Sarah Chamberlain
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6. James Laughlin
7. Annalise Woolfson
8. Lauren Newhouse

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