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How Alcohol Interferes with Your Goals (Without You Noticing)
Feel like your goals keep stalling—but can’t figure out why? That evening drink might be playing a bigger role than you think.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks ...
When Drinking Becomes a Personality Trait
“Party girl.” “Wine guy.” “Shot o’clock.” When did drinking become a personality?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook explores how alcohol can shift from a casual habit t...
Your Gut After Booze: 48 Hours of Recovery
Bloated, moody, foggy — and it’s already been two days since that wild night out? Your gut might still be in recovery mode.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks dow...
Drinking the Night Before a Big Meeting: Smart or Risky?
That one glass of wine the night before your big meeting might feel like a stress reliever… but your brain might not agree by morning.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook...
Drinking and Dating in Your 30s? Listen to This!
Dating in your 30s is supposed to be wiser, more grounded — but somehow, it still revolves around drinks. From wine-fueled first dates to “liquid courage” before awkwa...
How Alcohol Changes Your Skin, Hair, and Nails
From stubborn breakouts to thinning hair and brittle nails, alcohol might be doing more to your appearance than you think — and not in a good way. In this episode, Mik...
The Drinking Persona vs. The Real You
Ever feel like a different person after a few drinks? You’re not imagining it—and you’re definitely not alone.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook explores the psychology...
The Hidden Link Between PMS, Hormones, and Alcohol
Ever wonder why your PMS symptoms feel worse after a few drinks — or why that glass of wine hits different before your period?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks ...
Why You Crave Booze When You’re Stressed
Ever feel like stress sends you straight to the fridge for a drink? You’re not alone — and it’s not about willpower. It’s brain wiring.In this episode, Mike Hardenbroo...
The Blood Sugar Rollercoaster You Didn’t See Coming
Ever feel shaky, anxious, or wiped out after just one or two drinks? That’s not random — it’s your blood sugar taking a wild ride.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook bre...
Can You Drink and Still Be “Healthy”?
Can you really drink and still be “healthy”? Or is that just what wellness culture wants you to believe?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the science and nuanc...
The Truth About “Flush” Reactions to Alcohol
Ever wonder why your face turns red after just one drink? That post-sip glow isn’t just awkward — it’s a sign your body processes alcohol differently.In this episode, ...
Why Alcohol Affects Men and Women So Differently
Why does alcohol hit some people harder than others — even when they drink the same amount? The answer isn’t just “tolerance” — it’s biology.In this episode, Mike Hard...
Can Your Liver Bounce Back?
Your liver does a lot — from filtering toxins to keeping your body balanced — but how much damage does drinking really do? And more importantly, can it recover?In this...
The Internet Is Your New Sober Buddy
Trying to drink less, but don’t vibe with traditional programs? You’re not alone — and you’re definitely not without support.From Reddit threads to TikTok comments, on...
How Companies Are Adapting to Changing Preferences
Not drinking used to feel like an awkward conversation. Now? It’s a billion-dollar industry.From zero-proof bars to functional drinks packed with wellness benefits, th...
Social Media's Role in Promoting Sober Lifestyles
From colorful mocktails to sober glow-up stories, social media is rewriting the rules around alcohol — and making mindful drinking (or skipping it altogether) more nor...
Alcohol's Impact on Daily Mood and Productivity
Even one or two drinks — the kind you barely think about — can quietly mess with your next day. From lost motivation to emotional ups and downs, alcohol has a way of s...
Hangover or Hangxiety?
You wake up feeling foggy, your heart’s racing, and there’s a low-key sense of dread… even though you didn’t do anything wrong. That’s not just a hangover — that’s han...
Breaking the Cycle: Alcohol and Emotional Resilience
Do you ever find yourself reaching for a drink after a tough day, hoping to unwind—but somehow feeling even more drained the next morning? You’re not alone.In this epi...
The Emotional Toll of Social Drinking
Ever wake up feeling anxious, foggy, or disconnected after a night of “just social drinking”? You’re not alone—and it’s not just the alcohol.In this episode, Mike Hard...
Why Alcohol Throws Off Your Balance
Ever wonder why walking straight after a few drinks feels like a full-body workout? It’s not just in your head — it’s real, and it’s science.In this episode, Mike Hard...
Why You Don’t Bounce Back Like You Used To
Feeling like one night out takes three days to recover from? You’re not alone—and there’s real science behind it.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down why you ...
Brain Fog After Drinking? Here’s the Fix
Feeling scatterbrained after a night out? You’re not imagining it.Even a few drinks can mess with your sleep, hydration, and brain chemistry—leading to that foggy, slu...
Is Wine Really Helping Your Heart?
Red wine gets a lot of love for being “heart healthy”… but is it really? Or have we all been sipping on wishful thinking?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook uncorks the ...
Can Alcohol Kill Your Gains?
Hitting the gym and hitting the bar? You’re not alone. But what if that post-workout drink is slowing down your muscle recovery?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook break...
Your Liver Called—It’s Tired
Feeling bloated, foggy, or just off after a couple drinks? Your liver might be waving a white flag.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down what your liver really...
Is Alcohol Fueling Your Inflammation?
Feeling tired, puffy, or just not quite yourself lately? Alcohol might be adding fuel to the fire—literally.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down how alcohol c...