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ShameOver - The Drink Less Podcast
ShameOver: The Drink Less Podcast helps women build a healthier relationship with alcohol—without quitting completely or living in shame.
Hosted by Erica Mallery, alcohol mindset coach and former daily wine drinker (and weekend binge drinker), this podcast explores mindful drinking, harm reduction, nervous system regulation, and emotional wellness for women who want to drink less, feel better, and laugh more!
If you’re tired of all-or-nothing sobriety messaging, sick of the shame spiral around…
Episodes
- ShameOver - The Drink Less Podcast
Why You Reach for a Drink: Alcohol, Discomfort & Your Nervous System with Amy Bonaduce-Gardner Pt 1
What if your evening glass of wine isn’t about the wine at all? In Part 1, Erica talks with nervous system coach Amy of Prism Movement Studio about how alcohol…
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What Our Kids Learn From How We Cope: Drinking, Modeling & Sustainable Change w/ Miriam Putnam Pt 2
Kids are sponges, and they’re watching how we cope. In Part 2, Erica and Miriam Putnam talk about modeling a healthier relationship with alcohol, and why…
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It’s Not About the Drink: A Holistic Approach to Mind, Body & Soul with Miriam Putnam (Part 1)
Most of us don’t drink because of the alcohol. We drink because of everything around it: stress, anxiety, or not knowing how to recharge. In Part 1, Erica…
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How to Have Fun Without Alcohol: Sober Events, Alcohol-Free Community & Making Friends w/o Drinking
Wondering how to have fun without alcohol, or how to make friends when every plan seems to revolve around drinking? In the final episode of this three-part…
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How to Drink Less This Labor Day Weekend: 7 Questions Answered (Drink Like a PLAYER)
Labor Day weekend means three straight days of BBQs, pool parties, and cookouts — which for a lot of us also means three straight days of drinking that can…
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How to Know If You Have a Drinking Problem — Real Recovery Tools That Work
Do you have a good relationship with alcohol — or are you just used to it? In this episode of ShameOver, the podcast about drinking less and living on purpose…
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From Rock Bottom to Recovery: An Alcohol Addiction Story of Sight Loss, Sobriety & Second Chances
What happens when you lose your sight, lose yourself, and somehow find your way back? In this episode of ShameOver, Erica sits down with Alex Clapp, founder of…
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Drink Like a European —Why Italians Don't Get Drunk (And What We Can Learn From Them)
Erica is back after a little break — and she's got a lot to unpack after 11 kid-free days in Italy with her husband. In this episode, she dives into what makes…
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Microdosing, Ketamine & Mental Health: The Conversation Continues (Part 2) | with Zappy Zapolin
Welcome back to Part 2 of my conversation with psychedelic concierge and filmmaker Zappy Zapolin. If you missed Part 1, be sure to go back and listen first! We…
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Psychedelic Medicine Explained: What Every Woman Should Know (Part 1) | with Zappy Zapolin
What if the future of mental health looks completely different than what we've always been told? In this fascinating conversation, I'm joined by psychedelic…
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How to Drink Less This 4th of July and Skip the Sunday Scaries
Fourth of July weekend is a heavy drinking weekend and easy to overdo. So, treat it like a marathon, not a sprint and avoid failing with the "willpower" trap…
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How to Feel Better in Perimenopause: Protein, Training, Sleep & Alcohol (Pt 2) | Terry Tateossian
If you've been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, struggling with your weight, waking up at 3 a.m., or wondering why your body suddenly seems to have a mind of…
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Perimenopause or Burnout? Hidden Hormone Signs Every Woman +40 Needs to Know (Part 1 of 2)
Do you feel like you've suddenly become a different person? More anxious. More overwhelmed. Short-tempered. Exhausted. Forgetful. Unable to focus. Craving wine…
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The Identity Shift That Changes Your Relationship With Alcohol Forever Ft. Marrilee Burke
What if the story you’ve been telling yourself about alcohol… isn’t actually true? In the final part of this powerful 3-part conversation, licensed…
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Alcohol, Fun & Identity: Who Are You Without the Wine? Ft Marrilee Burke
What if the hardest part about drinking less… isn’t actually the alcohol? What if it’s the fear that life will become boring without it? In Part 2 of this…
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Why does drinking less feel SO hard… even when you genuinely want to change?
In this powerful conversation, I sit down with licensed psychotherapist Merrilee Burke, LMFT, to unpack what’s really going on underneath overdrinking, urges…
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This One Trick Can Interrupt Overdrinking in the Moment
Most people don’t plan to overdrink… it just happens. In this quick episode, I’m sharing a simple “code word” tool that helps you interrupt drinking in the…
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Your Behavior Is Not Who You Are: Self-Sabotage, Trauma, & Healing w/ Elani Engelken (Part 2)
Welcome to Part 2 of this powerful conversation with depth psychotherapist and somatic practitioner Elani Engelken. If Part 1 helped you understand why alcohol…
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Why So Many Moms Use Alcohol to Shut Off with Elani Engelken (Part 1)
What if alcohol isn’t actually the problem… but the support system you’ve been relying on when real support is missing? In Part 1 of this conversation, I sit…
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Why You Get Irrational When You Drink (And What It’s Actually About)
Ever felt like you turn into a version of yourself you don’t even recognize after a few drinks? Maybe more reactive… more emotional… more combative… or just…
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When You’re Not Okay (And Why Numbing Makes It Worse)
If you’ve been feeling off lately… disconnected, unmotivated, or just not like yourself—this episode is for you. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, I’m…
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Regulating Your Nervous System Without Alcohol
In the final part of my conversation with Jessica Tanir, we dive into something that does not get talked about enough when it comes to drinking less: nervous…
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Why Your Drinking Habits Aren’t the Problem — Your Mindset Might Be (Part 2 of 3)
In part two of my conversation with Jessica Tanir, we go beyond alcohol itself and into the deeper mindset patterns that often drive our habits. We talk about…
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From Bartending to Sobriety: Inside the Drinking Culture of Hospitality
What happens when someone who spent years behind the bar starts questioning alcohol for herself? In this episode of the ShameOver: Drink Less Podcast, I sit…
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Why You Drink (or Shop, Scroll, Snack): Nervous System Regulation + Confidence With Strong By Sarah
In Part 2 of my conversation with Sarah from Strong By Sarah, we move beyond metabolism and into something deeper: Why so many women use alcohol, food…
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Eat More, Lift Heavier: Why Chronic Dieting Is Sabotaging Women
If you’ve been working out consistently, eating “pretty healthy,” and still not seeing results — this episode is going to connect some major dots. In Part 1 of…
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Letting Go in Motherhood: Nervous System Healing, Identity Shifts & Building Your Village
In part two of this powerful conversation on the ShameOver Podcast, I’m back with Shauna, the Mystic Herbal Doula, to explore what so many women struggle with…
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Postpartum Isn’t 6 Weeks — It’s a Life Chapter (Why No One Prepares Mothers for This)
Postpartum is not six weeks. It’s not eight weeks. And it definitely doesn’t end once you’re “cleared” at your follow-up appointment. In this episode of the…
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Can’t Stop Drinking Once You Start? How to Find Your “Off Button” (Drink Like a P.L.A.Y.E.R.)
If you can take days off drinking… but once you start, it’s like your brain forgets the word stop — this episode is for you. We’re talking about the “off…
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Dry January, Harm Reduction & Why Your Drinking Shouldn’t Define You
This episode is a rant—and it’s coming from a place of deep care. As Dry January kicks off, I’m seeing a wave of messaging that says sobriety is the only way…
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From Resolutions to Reality: Achieving Your Goals
Join Erica as she delves into the art of mastering New Year's resolutions. Discover why most resolutions fail and learn how to set SMART goals, seek support…
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Navigating Dry January: Tips for a Successful Alcohol-Free Month
In this conversation, Erica Mallery discusses the concept of Dry January, emphasizing the importance of approaching it with the right mindset and strategies…
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Stress Management Tools to Drink Less, Regulate Your Nervous System & Avoid Holiday Burnout
If stress is the reason you reach for a drink, this episode is for you. In the final episode of this short series, Erica Mallery—moderation coach and founder…
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How to Drink Less at Home & Beat the “Witching Hour” (Mindful Drinking Without Willpower)
If drinking at home—or that late-afternoon “witching hour”—is where moderation falls apart, this episode is for you. In this quick, powerful episode, Erica…
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What to Say When People Ask Why You’re Not Drinking (Confident Comebacks That Actually Work)
One of the hardest parts of drinking less isn’t the drink itself—it’s the questions. “Why aren’t you drinking?” “Just have one.” “Are you pregnant?” 😒 In this…
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How to Drink Less at Holiday Parties, Work Events & Social Gatherings (Without FOMO)
Holiday parties. Work events. Family gatherings. Company happy hours. These are the moments where drinking goals can fall apart fast—unless you know how to…
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The #1 Thing You Must Do Before Any Drinking Event (How to Drink Less Without Quitting Alcohol)
Headed into a holiday party, weekend event, work happy hour, vacation, or any situation where drinks are flowing? Listen to this first. In this short…
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Mindful Drinking, Dopamine & Self-Compassion with Mental Health Expert Amanda Brown
If you look like you have it all together but secretly feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and way too reliant on that end-of-day drink… this episode is for you…
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Why Eating Thanksgiving Dinner at 3PM Helps You Drink Less: The Science of Blood Sugar + Willpower
This quick bonus episode breaks down a question I get ALL the time: “Is there actually a best time to eat Thanksgiving dinner if I want to drink less and feel…
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Thanksgiving Day Drinking Game Plan: Mindful Alcohol Tips, Nervous System Hacks & Hangover-Free Fun
This is your Thanksgiving Day drinking game plan—minus the regret, blackout moments, and next-day shame spiral. In Part 2 of my Thanksgiving series, we’re…
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Thanksgiving Week Prep: How to Drink Mindfully, Reduce Stress & Stay Regulated All Holiday Long
This Thanksgiving week, don’t just “hope for the best.” Go in prepared. In this episode of ShameOver, Erica breaks down exactly how to navigate the busiest…
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Mindful Drinking for the Holidays: How to Stop Overdrinking (Without Missing Out)
The holidays are here — which means parties, pressure, and plenty of drinks flowing. But this year, you don’t have to wake up with regret, exhaustion, or the…
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From Shame to Sunnyside (Pt. 2): Real Coaching, Naltrexone & the New Way to Moderate
Let's get tactical. In Part 2 of my conversation with Ian Andersen, co-founder of the mindful-drinking app Sunnyside, he explains how Sunnyside blends weekly…
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Mindful Drinking Made Simple (Pt. 1): The Story Behind Sunnyside + Ditching Rock Bottom
Ian Andersen, co-founder of the mindful-drinking app Sunnyside, gets real about growing up amid alcohol misuse, losing his mom, and watching his dad find…
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Beyond “Just Quit”: Inside Recovery, Relapse, and Real-Life Support
Host Erica Mallery sits down with Ti King, host of Longterm: A Podcast in Recovery, to unpack what recovery really looks like beyond the headlines: why relapse…
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Engineering a New Life: Travel, Motherhood & Thriving Without Booze w/ Monica
Monica’s story is a powerful one: from a male-dominated engineering career that took her across the world… to pandemic parenting in Norway… to launching…
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Engineering a New Life: Travel, Motherhood & Thriving Without Booze w/ Monica
Monica’s story is a powerful one: from a male-dominated engineering career that took her across the world… to pandemic parenting in Norway… to launching…
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Systems Over Stress with Dawn Ferguson: Rituals, Sleep & Social SOPs
Mindful drinking meets systems that save your sanity. In this conversation with brand & social architect Dawn Ferguson (Sneakers & Kale), we unpack how me-time…
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Upgrade Your Life in One Word: AWARE with Maggie Boillot
What if the fastest way to change your life fits into one word? Today’s guest Maggie Boillot—self-awareness, activation, and fitness mentor—breaks down her…
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From 60 Drinks a Month to 6: Author Susan Keller on Moderation, Healing, and Finding Freedom
What happens when a public health expert, medical writer, and cancer survivor decides to rethink her relationship with alcohol? Meet Susan Keller, author of…
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10 Expert-Approved Tips for Drinking Smarter This Labor Day Weekend (and Beyond)
Long, holiday weekends are basically built around parties, socializing, and — of course — booze. 🍹 But if you’re trying to drink less, skip the hangover, or…
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Neuroscience-Backed Tips to Drink Less & Feel Better w/ Dr. Jamey Maniscalco
Feeling stuck in the all-or-nothing cycle with drinking or wellness? This episode of ShameOver is for you. Host Erica Mallery sits down with Dr. Jamey…
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Beyond the Booze: Mocktails, Kava, and Cortisol with Marina Castillo
In this juicy episode of ShameOver, Erica sits down with the vibrant Marina Castillo, co-founder of The Modern Mocktail, to chat about all things alcohol-free…
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Empowered Motherhood: Micro Moments, Self-Care & Ditching the Supermom Myth
Let’s be real: motherhood is beautiful and bananas. In this episode of ShameOver, I’m joined by the amazing Caroline —certified health & wellness coach and the…
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From Burnout to Balance: The Busy Mom Method with Ashley DiGiacomo Schwartz
Busy moms, this one’s for you. If you're stuck in the cycle of doing it all but constantly putting yourself last, this episode is your wake-up call. 💥 Erica…
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Trust Yourself: How to Build Self-Trust and Heal What’s Underneath with Emily Romero
Trust Yourself: How to Build Self-Trust and Heal What’s Underneath with Emily Romero What if the key to drinking less, feeling more grounded, and finally…
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Drinking Isn’t the Problem. It’s the Solution.
What if your drinking isn’t the problem—but the way you’ve been solving one? In this eye-opening episode, we flip the script on alcohol and explore why so many…
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Sip the Future: Exploring Aplos & the Non-Alcoholic Revolution
What if your drink could do more for you—like help you relax, boost your mood, or sharpen your focus—without the booze? In this episode of ShameOver, host…
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Mommy Wine Culture Exposed: Breaking the Cycle & Redefining Moderation in Motherhood
Is mommy wine culture really self-care, or is it keeping moms stuck in an unhealthy cycle? In this eye-opening episode of ShameOver, we’re exposing the truth…
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Mindset and Moderation
🎙️ First episode of 2025! Let’s talk mindset—because what you think directly impacts how you drink (and everything else in life). In this episode, we unpack: ✅…