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The Big Drink Rethink

Anna Donaghey
Alcohol
Mental Health
Alcohol Consumption
Mindfulness
Sobriety
Self-Care
Self-Improvement
Alcohol-Free Lifestyle
Mindful Drinking
Drinking Culture
Personal Development
Personal Growth
Journaling
Trauma
Moderation
Dry January
Addiction
Emotional Sobriety
Emotional Resilience
Alcohol Dependency

The Big Drink Rethink is a podcast for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol - whether you want to quit, drink less, take a break, or just explore the role alcohol plays in your life. Hosted by Alcohol Mindset Coach and Author, Anna Donaghey, each episode blends lived experience, psychological insight, and powerful tools to help you create change - gently, intelligently, without press... more

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What if summer didn’t have to be “powered by” alcohol? In this episode, Anna Donaghey invites sobriety and life coach, Casey McGuire Davidson, to unpack why the summer and its long evenings, and sunny terrace, feels so tangled with the urge to drink.... more

What if sobriety was just the beginning, not the destination? In this episode, Anna Donaghey sits down with clinical psychologist Dr. Sarah Michaud, who draws on over 40 years of recovery and professional experience to explore the deep link between c... more

What if rethinking your relationship with alcohol wasn't about restriction, but about discovering a new version of yourself? Anna Donaghey introduces a raw and funny conversation between the Gavin Sisters, who went from "beer-swigging, Chinese takeou... more

Is your evening drink a true choice or just a well-worn ritual your brain expects at the end of every day?

Your host Anna Donaghey breaks down the hidden psychology behind the “wine o’clock” habit. She explains the science of habit loops, why willpo... more

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Recent Guests

Beverly Meyer
Certified clinical nutritionist with a long-running practice and podcast
Primal Diet, Modern Health (podcast)
Episode: Ep 124: Wired, Tired, and Reaching for Wine | Rethinking Alcohol and Your Nervous System
Belinda Coker
Australian hiker, writer and educator
Soul Treader; The House Sitting Collective
Episode: Ep 122: Building a Life You Don't Want to Escape From | Rethinking Alcohol |
Evan Cudworth
World's first and only party coach
The Party Within
Episode: Ep 120: The Shortcut To Belonging | Rethinking Alcohol |
April Day Garcia
Author of The Room to Be Brave
The Room to Be Brave
Episode: Ep 118: When Avoidance Stops Working with April Day Garcia | Rethinking Alcohol |
Ry Gavan
Guest discussed in conversation about alcohol as a social backdrop and personal experiences with cutting back
Episode: Ep 116: Tiny Clarity Moments 2 | Alcohol Coaching |
Andrew Drasen
Author of A Vision of Hope; speaker on living on purpose and recovery
A Vision of Hope Media
Episode: Ep 113: The Courage To Become Someone New with Andrew Drasen | Rethinking Alcohol |
Joanna Lilley
Consultant who works with young adults at the crossroads of their lives
Lilley Consulting
Episode: Ep 111: Brilliant on Paper. Struggling in Real Life | Rethinking Alcohol |
Allison McCure Davis
Author of Sixty Is a Good Start, traditional naturopath, entrepreneur, mother of five.
Episode: Ep 109: Starting Again at Any Age | Rethinking Alcohol |
Dr. Anna Lembke
Psychiatrist and medical director of addiction medicine at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: Ep 106: Dopamine Nation: Alcohol, Pleasure & Rebuilding Joy

Host

Anna Donaghey
Alcohol mindset coach and author; host of The Big Drink Rethink.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 215 ratings
  • Big hug

    Being on the podcast with Anna felt like a great big hug. Anna is a thoughtful, well-prepared host who meets her guests with genuine warmth and clear structure. I felt deeply seen and trusted to bring a mindful moment to her audience. Even when tech hiccups popped up, Anna stayed calm, present, and professional. Highly recommend her show.

    Remember to be kind to yourself. NatNat

    www.liftoneself.com

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NatNatBe
    Canada9 months ago
  • Refreshing and Eye-Opening

    I love how Anna keeps these conversations so real and relaxed. There’s no guilt or judgment, just honest chats that make you pause and think about your own habits in a new way. It’s the kind of podcast you can listen to on a walk and come away feeling lighter and inspired.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charlene.CF
    United Arab Emirates9 months ago
  • Highly recommend for sober curious

    Been listening to the pod for over a year and often recommend to friends who are struggling or simply considering their relationship to alcohol - so dropping a note here. Thank you Anna! Your work has been so influential. I particularly relate coming from the advertising industry, and being a mum. But the pragmatic approach and grounded tone of the podcast, focus on beliefs, and curious outlook make this a refuge. Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    revJess*
    United States9 months ago
  • Useful

    There’s some good stuff here. I found the early episodes on how to handle peer pressure when out in the evening and the one on habitual evening drinking genuinely useful and have re-listened to them several times.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nicola Cherry
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Best episode ever!

    Informative and inspiring, thanks so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CMC in Austin
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Content is actionable and relatable, helping listeners rethink drinking in practical ways.
Strong production and diverse guest lineups earn trust and frequent recommendations for sponsorships.
Listeners praise practical toolkit episodes and coaching approach for lasting change.
Host is warm, well-prepared, and non-judgmental, creating a safe space for guests.
Guests are described as insightful and the host as curious and compassionate.

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Ep 120: The Shortcut To Belonging | Rethinking Alcohol |
Q: How can someone stay with the discomfort of a threshold moment when choosing sobriety at a party?
By using exposure to small, manageable challenges and a seven-stage framework that includes habits like cold showers, routine calls to friends, and mindful social actions to create a real sense of belonging without alcohol.
Ep 120: The Shortcut To Belonging | Rethinking Alcohol |
Q: From your perspective, why does the idea of going to a party without drinking still feel uncomfortable or unimaginable for some people?
Alcohol often represents liberation and a gateway to a desired version of ourselves, so removing it requires rebuilding confidence and learning to access that 'party within' through internal tools and pre-planned experiences rather than a chemical crutch.
Ep 118: When Avoidance Stops Working with April Day Garcia | Rethinking Alcohol |
Q: When did April realize that avoidance was no longer working?
She began to see the disintegration in her life as the avoidance created a disconnect between the life she lived and the person she wanted to be, prompting her to stop drinking and to confront her trauma directly through therapy and self-work.
Ep 118: When Avoidance Stops Working with April Day Garcia | Rethinking Alcohol |
Q: What role did avoidance play in maintaining the illusion of coping?
Avoidance served as a temporary numbing mechanism and a way to belong, but it delayed processing of hard emotions and ultimately amplified the distress as the underlying trauma remained unresolved.
Ep 113: The Courage To Become Someone New with Andrew Drasen | Rethinking Alcohol |
Q: What is the core of your recovery framework and how does it differ from treatments focused on substances?
The framework centers on identity restoration, thought patterns, goal setting, and legacy, rather than drugs or alcohol as the root causes, aiming to create a sustainable, purpose-driven life.

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A thoughtful show centered on rethinking drinking, with a mix of expert guests and personal narratives that explore psychology, physiology, and everyday strategies for reducing or altering alcohol use. Episodes often debunk quick fixes, highlight nervous-system Regulation, belonging, and identity, and offer practical tools—from mindful routines to social-game plans—for listeners who are sober-curious, reducing intake, or pausing drinking. Noteworthy is the host's calm, non-judgmental approach and a steady stream of guests spanning nutritionists, coaches, trauma healers, and youth/parenting experts, which keeps discussions practical and openly exploratory rather than preachy.

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2. Belinda Coker
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8. Allison McCure Davis

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