https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bubble-hour--6443850enMental HealthCopyright The Bubble Hourhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/60d74ad86c27d7c3858678e2f10aa423.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bubble-hour--6443850Sat, 13 Dec 2025 14:02:52 +0000The Bubble HourThe Bubble Hourfeeds@spreaker.comThe Bubble Hour is a weekly podcast hosted by recovery author and blogger, Jean McCarthy. Real People. Real Stories. Real Hope. The "Bubble" is what we use to stay safe and happy in sobriety (especially early sobriety). We surround ourselves with...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finale-goodbye-from-the-hosts-full-episode--63287869http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/22/finale-goodbye-from-the-hosts-full-episodeTue, 22 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourGet the tissues! This is it. What an amazing decade it has been. How can we possibly say enough thanks yous for all of the heartfelt goodness we've experienced this past decade? Loving messages of gratitude from Ellie, Lisa, Amanda, Catherine and...2254addiction,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse1011fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-10-of-10-goodbye-from-the-hosts--63287871http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/22/part-10-of-10-goodbye-from-the-hostsTue, 22 Nov 2022 07:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourGet the tissues! This is it. What an amazing decade it has been. How can we possibly say enough thanks yous for all of the heartfelt goodness we've experienced this past decade? Loving messages of gratitude from Ellie, Lisa, Amanda, Catherine and...2254alcohol-free,recovery,recovery advocacy,sober,sobrietyfalse1010fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-9-of-10-listeners-say-farewell--63287863http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/22/part-9-of-10-listeners-say-farewellTue, 22 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourThere is so much love between the hosts, guests, and listeners of this show! In this episode, you'll hear some of the powerful messages listeners sent to thank The Bubble Hour team for a deacde of recovery encouragement.  Get The Bubble Hour book:...815alcohol,alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,soberfalse109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-8-of-10-standout-moments--63287875http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/21/part-8-of-10-standout-momentsMon, 21 Nov 2022 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourHost Jean McCarthy shares some of the moments that most affected her as a host, plus listener favorites. Of course, every single episode had numerous golden moments. It was not easy to decide on a handful when there are litterally hundreds of...2753alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-7-of-10-author-interviews--63287874http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/21/part-7-of-10-author-interviewsMon, 21 Nov 2022 19:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourOver the past decade, The Bubble Hour has featured more than 50 authors! We looks at some memorable interiews, and offers insights about what it's like to prepare for an author interview.  Affiliate links: The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley...2919alcoholism,recovery,recovery resources,sober,sobrietyfalse107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-6-of-10-changes--63287880http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/21/part-6-of-10-changesMon, 21 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAfter nearly four years, the hosts of The Bubble Hour had to make some hard decisions. Was it time to end the show? Utlitimately, we decided to continue but with some big shifts. We look at how, and why, the podcast transitioned from four hosts to...2293alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse106fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-5-of-10-the-boston-meetup--63287897http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/21/part-5-of-10-the-boston-meetupMon, 21 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourThis episode focuses on a special weekend when Ellie, Amanda, Catherine, and Jean met up in Boston. They recorded a live show together and got to know each other in person. Listen to some highlights from the recorded conversation and hear Jean's...3223alcohol use disorder,podcasting,sober,sober living,sobrietyfalse105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-4-of-10-perfectly-imperfect--63287867http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/21/part-4-of-10-perfectly-imperfectMon, 21 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourWhere we would be without a little imperfection and a whole lot of laughs? The Bubble Hour podcast usually ran smoothly, but we certainly had our share of goof-ups and giggles! Technical issues, tongue twisters, dropped calls, on-air surprises. No...1922alcoholism,podcasting,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-3-of-10-the-hosts--63287942http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/21/part-3-of-10-the-hostsMon, 21 Nov 2022 15:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourOver the past decade, Bubble Hour listeners came to know our five hosts like old friends. Ellie and Lisa started the show and were soon joined by Amanda. Catherine and Jean joined at the end of Season 2. The five voices appeared in various...4739addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-2-of-10-good-talks-and-shared-wisdom--63287884http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/21/part-2-of-10-good-talks-and-shared-wisdomMon, 21 Nov 2022 12:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourAs the show finds its legs in the early years, incredible conversations about life after alcohol unfold. Listen through a tapestry of insights and sentiments about recovery, a scrapbook of treasures from the archives. Recovery from alcohol use...3366alcohol use disorder,life after alcohol,recovery,sober,sober livingfalse102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/part-1-of-10-looking-back-to-the-beginning--63287909http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2022/11/21/part-1-of-10-looking-back-to-the-beginningMon, 21 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourThe final season of The Bubble Hour begins by looking back at the orgins of the show. Ellie and Lisa unfolded this project in 2012 with no idea if anyone would even listen. Soon pal Amanda helped out on and off the air, and many others joined as...3352aa,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/looking-back-and-forward-for-a-new-year--63287861http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/12/31/looking-back-and-forward-for-a-new-yearFri, 31 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJean shares a new poem to encourage anyone starting fresh for the new year, and reflects on important milestones and decisions for The Bubble Hour. Download a copy of Jean's poem, 'The Pivot'...865alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse927fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/10-tips-for-hosting-a-sober-guest--63287866http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/12/20/10-tips-for-hosting-a-sober-guestMon, 20 Dec 2021 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourThis is a special episode intended for listeners in recovery to share with normie friends and family who want to understand how to make us more comfortable at their events. The list of tips is directed towards people who are not in recovery, but it...1608sober,sober socializing,sober supports,supporting recovery,understanding recoveryfalse926fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-tips-from-unpickled-blog--63287862http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/12/13/holiday-tips-from-unpickled-blogMon, 13 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourWhether it's your first year of sobriety or you have decades of experience, the holidays can be a trying time. Here are a few things to consider as you make your way through the weeks ahead. This is an audio version of a post on Jean McCarthy's blog...855alcohol use disorder,holidays,recovery,sober,sober livingfalse925fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jean-reflects-on-time-off--63287864http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/12/12/jean-reflects-on-time-offSun, 12 Dec 2021 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourHost Jean McCarthy returns from an extended break and reflects on ways that sobriety has served her during her various adventures. Visit Jean's blog UnPickled at www.unpickledblog.com and order her books via www.jeanmccarthy.ca/books1245alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse924fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/victoria-vanstone--63287906http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/07/14/victoria-vanstoneWed, 14 Jul 2021 00:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourVictoria Vanstone examines the lighter side of life after alcohol on her blog Drunk Mummy Sober Mummy and podcast Sober Awkward. "Me and booze don’t go well together, its like bunk beds and ceiling fans – the two just don’t work," says...3456humour,mental health,motherhood,recovery,soberfalse923fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/betsy-byler--63287929http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/06/22/betsy-bylerTue, 22 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourBetsy Byler is a woman in successful long-term recovery who is also a therapist. Betsy hosts a podcast aimed at educating therapists about addiction and recovery, "All Things Substance with Betsy Byler". Betsy's website is www.betsybyler.com - links...4166addiction,drug addiciton,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse921fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sherry-hoppen-author-of-sober-cycle--63287872http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/06/14/sherry-hoppen-author-of-sober-cycleMon, 14 Jun 2021 23:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourSherry Hoppen is the founder of She Surrenders, a ministry encouraging women into faith-based recovery. As a Christian woman who has lived through the nightmare of addiction to alcohol, she helps others battling addiction through writing, speaking,...2606alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse920fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/summer-update-from-jean--63287881http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/06/07/summer-update-from-jeanMon, 07 Jun 2021 21:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourHost Jean McCarthy returns from an unplanned 3-week break and shares stories and insights from her time away. Plus information from Recovery Research Institute on the effectiveness of various recovery programs, celebrating and recognizing Bubble Hour...2834recovery,sober,sober podcasts,sobriety,the bubble hourfalse919fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jenny-dalton--63287886http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/05/11/jenny-daltonTue, 11 May 2021 02:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourJenny's path to recovery included several "fasts" from alcohol - planned, supported breaks for 30 or more days as she worked to envision her life without drinking. When her father died, she longed to honor her grief by feeling it fully. She now sees...3527alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse918fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bev-sartain--63287921http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/05/04/bev-sartainTue, 04 May 2021 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourBeverly Sartain is a Psyche Strategist who helps helpers heal their wounds so that they can serve Self and humanity from wholeness. Image of Healing Roadmap created by Bev...3308addiction,recovery,sober,sober author,sobrietyfalse917fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nicole-cameron--63287912http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/04/27/nicole-cameronTue, 27 Apr 2021 00:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourNicole has overcome great losses and built a life full of joy, but it was not an easy path to arrive where she is today. Grief was all too present in her life, even as a child. Nicole was just 11 when her mother died unexpectedly. Then,...3299alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse916fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cybele-botran--63287915http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/04/20/cybele-botranTue, 20 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourCybele Botran of Wide Awake Recovery shares her story of recovery and healing. Cybele believes that each of us can be our own healers once we get past the judgement, guilt, and shame that hold us back. She teaches transformative practices of...2978alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse915fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lori-massicot--63287885http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/04/13/lori-massicotTue, 13 Apr 2021 01:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourLori Massicot is a sober woman on a mission to help women over 40 create a life they love alcohol-free. For thirty years, Lori thought that alcohol was the solution to her anxiety and shyness, and on August 11, 2013, she decided to quit drinking and...2973alcohol addiction,alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,sober,sobrietyfalse914fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/penni-moussa--63287870http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/04/06/penni-moussaTue, 06 Apr 2021 01:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourFounder of Recovery Buddha and woman in recovery, Penni Moussa is also a Clinical Psychologist, intuitive healer, writer, creative & mother of 3 young adults; the youngest of whom is on the Autism Spectrum. Having travelled a journey which...2352addiction,alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,sober,sobrietyfalse913fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maureen-towns--63287931http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/03/23/maureen-townsTue, 23 Mar 2021 00:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourIn Broken Open, parenting and family consultant Maureen Towns shares her journey through her teenage kids’ mental health and addiction issues to help parents find freedom in chaos.  Maureen Towns BScN, MA is a relationship mentor with over 25 years...3790addiction,mental health,recovery,rehab,soberfalse911fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ruby-warrington--63287882http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/03/16/ruby-warringtonTue, 16 Mar 2021 00:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourRuby Warrington is the author of Sober Curious (2018) and The Sober Curious Reset (2020). Her books have given voice to a movement that embraces an alcohol-free lifestyle as a choice, and encourages people to explore their relationship with alcohol...3478alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober authors,sober curious,sobrietyfalse910fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spring-check-in--63287865http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/03/09/spring-check-inTue, 09 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourHost Jean McCarthy hosts a solo show with updates on her recovery, a big upcoming milestone, reflections on grief and celebration, plus heaps of encouragement for YOU! Learn more about Jean at www.jeanmccarthy.ca where you can link to her blog...1150recovery,recovery blogs,sober,sober blogs,sobrietyfalse99fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sean-mccann-and-andrea-aragon--63287896http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/02/16/sean-mccann-and-andrea-aragonTue, 16 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourSean McCann and Andrea Aragon are the husband and wife team who co-wrote the recovery memoir “One Good Reason.”  Sean McCann rose to fame as a founding member of the multimillion selling folk group Great Big Sea. But all of that performing and...3733addiction,mental health,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse97fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/deb-s-story-sober-life-with-bpd--63287925http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/02/09/debs-story-sober-life-with-bpdTue, 09 Feb 2021 00:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourLooking back, Deb can see that she was self-medicating mental health problems with alcohol. When she entered a partial hospitalization program to assess and treat her symptoms of anxiety and depression, it was necessary to address the issue of alcohol...3694borderline personality disorde,bpd,mental health,sober,sobrietyfalse96fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kelly-s-story--63287878http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/02/01/kellys-storyMon, 01 Feb 2021 19:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourKelly created a self-image as a party girl that became eventually an uncomfortable way to live. Self-centered partners who also drank problematically appeared one after another. She leaned on others for her self-worth and thought, “if you like me then...3069acoa,adult children of alcoholics,codependency,recovery,soberfalse95fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/matt-salis--63287932http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/01/25/matt-salisMon, 25 Jan 2021 20:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourMatt Salis shares his story and insights on recovery. Matt and his wife Sheri have co-authored a book about marriage and recovery, Sober Evolution: Evolve into Sobriety and Recover Your Alcoholic Marriage. They also host a podcast together called...3553aa alternatives,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse94fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nichol-s-story--63287887http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/01/18/nichols-storyMon, 18 Jan 2021 20:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourAs a little girl, Nichol was not protected the way a child should be. The abuse she suffered left emotional wounds that she kept hidden from the world. Through her teens and adult years, she leaned on alcohol to cope and, despite a strong work ethic...3241alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,childhood trauma,ptsd,soberfalse93fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shelby-john--63287938http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/01/11/shelby-johnMon, 11 Jan 2021 23:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourGetting sober is just the beginning for recovery coach and therapist Shelby John, who believes that we can then go on to reach higher for a more joyful, fulfilling life than we ever imagined.  Now 18+ years sober, Shelby recognizes that she not only...4099alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse92fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-year-s-wishes--63287868http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2021/01/06/new-years-wishesWed, 06 Jan 2021 01:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourWelcome to Season 9 of The Bubble Hour! Host Jean McCarthy shares some thoughts about this special time of year, looks back over 9 years of this podcast and offers inspiration for the days ahead. Recovery is better together and The Bubble Hour is...1679alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse91fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/darcy-s-story--63287905http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/12/29/darcys-storyTue, 29 Dec 2020 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourDarcy noticed she was becoming increasingly reliant on alcohol to relax after her twin boys were born. Then came the double trauma of a miscarriage followed by a devastating decision to end another ill-fated pregnancy.  Darcy tried to push through...3793addiction,mental health,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse848fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kathy-l--63287923http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/12/21/kathy-lMon, 21 Dec 2020 22:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourKathy's busy, active life was disrupted abruptly when her husband was diagnosed with a dibilitating and ultimately fatal disease at a young age. The stress of being a caregiver led her to lean on alcohol and the pattern continued into her second...3152addiction,alcohol use disorder,grief,loss,widowfalse847fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/michael-blanchard-through-a-sober-lens--63287913http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/12/08/michael-blanchard-through-a-sober-lensTue, 08 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourMichael Blanchard's work combines photography and personal essays to illuminate the recovery experience and show the beauty and hope beyond the darkness of addiction. His books include Fighting for My Life: Finding Hope and Serenity on Martha's...3711alcoholism,recovery,rehab,sober,sobrietyfalse845fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/louise-a--63287926http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/12/01/louise-aTue, 01 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000The Bubble Hour"This was a T-intersection. This was not a crossroads. If I carried on drinking, I knew exactly where I was going to go." Louise A. shares her story of reluctant participation in the recovery process. It took some time for her to accept that she was...3447alcohol use disorder,recovery,recovery poetry,sober,sobrietyfalse844fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/michael-gallagher--63287917http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/11/24/michael-gallagherTue, 24 Nov 2020 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourMichael Gallagher is an author, speaker and coach, whose recovery has involved peeling back layers of childhood trauma and family instability while examining the effects of highly controlling religious teachings. His book, Waking Up: A Guide for...2892drug abuse,drug addiction,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse843fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/julie-s-story--63287877http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/11/17/julies-storyTue, 17 Nov 2020 22:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJulie could feel the way that alcohol was creeping into her life in unwanted ways. She knew all too well what it's like to worry about a parent's drinking and didn't want her own children to live with that burden. Julie pre-empted her relationship...2944alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse842fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-maureen-talks-alcohol-and-health--63287910http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/11/10/dr-maureen-talks-alcohol-and-healthTue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourDr Maureen is a diagnostic radiologist whose work often includes the devastating effects of alcohol on the human body in the form of liver disease and cancer. She is also a woman in recovery, which allows her to have great compassion and understanding...3443addiction,alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,breast cancer,liver diseasefalse841fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kate-baily-and-mandy-manners--63287930http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/11/02/kate-baily-and-mandy-mannersMon, 02 Nov 2020 19:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourKate Baily and Mandy Manners of www.loversober.com share their personal stories and chat about their new book Love Yourself Sober. Their website includes links for personal coaching, an online community for women in recovery and tons of resources....3663recovery,recovery coaching,sober,sober authors,sober coachfalse840fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jennifer-s-story--63287933http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/10/26/jennifers-storyMon, 26 Oct 2020 19:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourJennifer had begun to question her relationship to alcohol when her body started to show some strange symptoms. Even though both Jennifer and her husband are medical professionals, it took a while to realize that alcohol was the root cause of her...3969alcoholic myopathy,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse839fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lotta-dann-and-the-wine-o-clock-myth--63287883http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/10/19/lotta-dann-and-the-wine-oclock-mythMon, 19 Oct 2020 20:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourLotta Dann talks about her latest book "The Wine O'Clock Myth," which takes a look at the way alcohol seeps into all aspects of life and why we need to take a strong stand against the persuasion of the alcohol industry. Lotta's blog is Mrs. D is Going...3274alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober authors,sober blogs,sobrietyfalse838fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marybeth-murphy-on-holistic-wellness-in-recovery--63287873http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/10/12/marybeth-murphy-on-holistic-wellness-in-recoveryMon, 12 Oct 2020 17:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourMaryBeth Murphy is a registered nurse and a holistic wellness and recovery coach. Her style as a integrative nurse coach is to combine her medical training with alternative therapies such as reiki, craniosacral therapy, crystal healing and...2961addiction,holistic therapy,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse837fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dawn-s-story--63287899http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/10/06/dawns-storyTue, 06 Oct 2020 19:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourDawn left home in 1979 and didn't look back. She left behind cold Canadian winters and a turbulent relationship with her parents, and headed to LA to embrace all the glamour of the late 70s: sex, drugs, and parties were her life. Her lifestyle was...4063alcoholism,drug addiction,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse836fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adam-fout--63287904http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/09/28/adam-foutMon, 28 Sep 2020 19:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAdam Fout is an addiction / recovery / mental health blogger and a speculative fiction / nonfiction writer in North Texas. Adam recounts his early experiences with drugs and alcohol, and describes how he tumbled instantly into addiction at a young...3331addiction,drug addiction,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse835fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-heidi-dalzell-on-eating-disorders-and-alcohol-addiction--63287879http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/09/21/dr-heidi-dalzell-on-eating-disorders-and-alcohol-addictionMon, 21 Sep 2020 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourHeidi J. Dalzell, PsyD, is a Clinical Psychologist, with 25+ years experience specializing in addictive behaviors, eating disorders, and trauma. Dr. Dalzell has a busy private practice and also offers courses/ online coaching. Dr. Dalzell is prolific...3269addiction,alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,eating disorders,recoveryfalse834fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chekesha-kay-ellis--63287900http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/09/07/chekesha-kay-ellisMon, 07 Sep 2020 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourChekesha Kay Ellis had a busy, full life that she loved. The product of a strict upbringing, she worked hard at two jobs and had no interest in partying or trouble. But trouble found her. A fall at work resulted in an injury that required surgery, and...3040addiction,detox,recovery,sober,substance use disorderfalse833fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dennis-berry--63287889http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/09/01/dennis-berryTue, 01 Sep 2020 15:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourDennis Berry is a life coach in Colorado, but has been working with people worldwide for over 15 years.  His expertise is in Addiction Recovery for men. He has firsthand experience, having been sober since April 8, 2003. His journey in sobriety and...2946recovery coach,recovery resources,sober,sober coach,sobrietyfalse832fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kate-russell--63287927http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/08/25/kate-russellTue, 25 Aug 2020 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourKate grew up in a household with two alcoholic parents who constantly subjected her to neglect and abuse. Much as she swore she would never follow in their footsteps, the pain she carried in her heart called for escape and she turned to drugs and...3969aa,acoa,adult children of alcoholics,na,soberfalse831fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jenny-s-story--63287922http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/08/03/jennys-storyMon, 03 Aug 2020 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJenny, the youngest child in a big family with little parental supervision, was introduced to alcohol at a young age by her older siblings. She soon became an episodic blackout drinker and the pattern continued into her adult years.  Now in her 40s,...4335addiction,alcohol,alcoholic,alcoholics anonymous,alcoholismfalse830fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-ben-heldfond--63287914http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/07/28/guest-ben-heldfondTue, 28 Jul 2020 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAfter 25 years of freedom from heroine addiction, Ben realizes that his sobriety has the power to transform every aspect of his life. When he and his wife divorced, he used the principles of recovery to examine his role in the breakdown of the...3808addiction,opioid addiction,recovery,rehabfalse829fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/listener-q-a-with-jean--63287891http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/07/20/listener-qa-with-jeanMon, 20 Jul 2020 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourTopics discussed in response to questions from listeners include: OCD/BFRB (body-focussed repetitive behaviours)What happens if a former podcast guest relapses?Former co-hostsStaying creativeShedding anonymityA few poems about recovery from The Ember...3148addiction,alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sobrietyfalse828fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maria-s-story--63287902http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/07/13/marias-storyMon, 13 Jul 2020 19:00:00 +0000The Bubble Hour"Being a grateful alcoholic means no living in the wreckage of my past," says Maria R. as she looks back on six years of sobriety. Maria did not start drinking problematically until her 40s, but once addiction took hold of her life it dragged her to a...3594alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse827fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/erica-c-barnett-author-of-quitter--63287918http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/07/06/erica-c-barnett-author-of-quitterMon, 06 Jul 2020 15:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourA must-listen episode for anyone struggling to understand chronic relapse. Erica C. Barnett had her first sip of alcohol when she was thirteen, and she quickly developed a taste for drinking to oblivion with her friends. In her late twenties, her...3593quitter,recovery,relapse,sober,sobrietyfalse826fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maestro-george-marriner-maull--63287911http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/06/23/maestro-george-marriner-maullTue, 23 Jun 2020 01:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourGeorge Marriner Maull is a conductor, violist, television host and music educator with over 50 years of experience as a professional classical musician. He has conducted at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and venues in Europe and has recorded for the...381112 steps,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse824fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-lucy-hall--63287890http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/06/15/guest-lucy-hallMon, 15 Jun 2020 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourHer mother died of alcoholism when she was six and left behind seven children some of whom later lost their lives to substance abuse. The impression her mother left in her life inspired Lucy to reach out to women who suffer from addiction and women...3080rehab,sober,sobriety,treatment centers,womens treatment centersfalse823fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-sober-lush-authors-amanda-eyre-ward-and-jardine-libaire--63287893http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/06/08/the-sober-lush-authors-amanda-eyre-ward-and-jardine-libaireMon, 08 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourThe Sober Lush authors Amanda Eyre Ward and Jardine Libaire share their personal stories of recovery and explain how their friendship unfolded into a writing partnership. The Sober Lush is not your average recovery memoir, but a collection of essays...3373recovery books,sober,sober authors,sober writers,sobrietyfalse822fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/margaret-s-celebration--63287907http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/06/01/margarets-celebrationMon, 01 Jun 2020 19:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourMargaret shares her story as part of her double celebration: 50 years old and 1000 days sober! As a kid who felt awkward but just wanted to fit in and be liked, Margaret lost herself into the expectations of others, choosing a career she wasn't...3923alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse821fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lynn-matti-of-sobersoul-recovery--63287934http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/05/27/lynn-matti-of-sobersoul-recoveryWed, 27 May 2020 03:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourLynn Matti is a therapist who has been sober since 2010 when she checked herself into Hazelden Betty Ford to free herself from alcohol and benzodiazepines for good. She hosts a weekly podcast called The Sober Therapist and is the author of 5 Weeks to...4765alcohol use disorder,online therapy,recovery,sober,sober therapistfalse820fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kara-s-story--63287895http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/05/11/karas-storyMon, 11 May 2020 18:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourKara epitomized the image of a good girl. She was brought up in a deeply religious family, followed the rules, and helped to care for her younger siblings. She did not drink alcohol until her 21st birthday, and even then it was an innocent experience....3489alcoholism,recovery,rehab,sober,sobrietyfalse819fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/audrey-s-story--63287908http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/05/04/audreys-storyMon, 04 May 2020 13:00:00 +0000The Bubble Hour  Audrey reflects on the effects that her dysfunctional family of origin dynamics have had relative to her slide into a problematic relationship with alcohol and subsequent sobriety. Resources discussed in this episode include: Information on...3814addiciton,alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,codependency,recoveryfalse818fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jill-s-story--63287894http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/04/27/jills-storyMon, 27 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJill spent her life trying to control her sensitive emotions and reactions. The demands of being a military wife and mom added extra pressure, and she found that alcohol helped. After the 911 attacks, her relationship will alcohol escalated, as the...3059alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse817fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leslie-s-story--63287919http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/04/21/leslies-storyTue, 21 Apr 2020 01:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourLeslie's growing reliance on alcohol was her main way to cope with the overwhelming emotions of having a son struggling with a drug addiction. His tragic death made it even harder to have clarity around her own relationship with alcohol, as she...3330acoa,adult children of alcoholics,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse816fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gigi-langer--63287892http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/04/13/gigi-langerMon, 13 Apr 2020 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourGIgi Langer is a presenter, retreat leader, and author of the award-winning book, "50 Ways to Worry Less Now: Reject Negative Thinking to Find Peace, Clarity, and Connection." Gigi is also a woman in successful long-term recovery with over 34 years of...3232addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse815fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adrienne-enns-of-may-you-know-joy--63287903http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/03/31/adrienne-enns-of-may-you-know-joyTue, 31 Mar 2020 23:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourWhen Adirenne went into rehab eight years ago, it was not exactly a joyful experience. But Adrienne came to learn that she had so much more power than she ever knew and that her recovery could be full of happiness and positive intentions in ways she'd...3396addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse813fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winged-victory--63287928http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/03/24/winged-victoryTue, 24 Mar 2020 01:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourToday's guest uses the name "Winged Victory" to honour her anonymity. Under this name, she has created a wealth of recovery resources including a blog site called "Booze Musings" and an online community called BOOM ReThink the Drink. She reminds us...4150alcohol free,recovery,sober,sobriety,winged victoryfalse812fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kristie-s-story--63287888http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/03/17/kristies-storyTue, 17 Mar 2020 14:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourKristie began using drugs and alcohol as a teen to help her escape from the unhappiness of her difficult life. The partying habits stayed with her into adulthood and eventually began to interfere with the things she valued more. Recovery wasn't a...3452acoa,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse811fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kathy-robbins-psychotherapist-and-recovery-coach--63287936http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/03/02/kathy-robbins-psychotherapist-and-recovery-coachMon, 02 Mar 2020 17:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourKathy Robbins is a psychotherapist who is in successful long-term recovery. She has been alcohol-free for 31 years and is also in recovery from codependency, and food addiction. Kathy shares openly about what is it like for her to be a mental health...5270addiction,recovery,recovery coach,sober,sobrietyfalse810fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gayle-macdonald-of-sober-bliss--63287945http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/02/24/gayle-macdonald-of-sober-blissMon, 24 Feb 2020 19:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourGayle and her husband moved to a village in Spain in search of a safer, quieter life. The tranquillity and isolation of their new location were wonderful in many ways, but also set off an escalation of alcohol use that eventually seemed to take over...3447alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse89fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clare-pooley--63287901http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/02/17/clare-pooleyMon, 17 Feb 2020 23:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourClare Pooley began writing about her sobriety in 2015 and her blog, "Mommy Was a Secret Drinker," became a book in 2017, "The Sober Diaries." Clare's latest publication is a novel, "The Authenticity Project." Clare shares her story of acknowledging a...3033clare pooley,recovery,sober,the authenticity project,the sober diariesfalse88fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jen-mcneely-of-she-does-the-city--63287876http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/02/11/jen-mcneely-of-she-does-the-cityTue, 11 Feb 2020 03:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJen started a blog to document the party life she enjoyed in 2007 and it became a huge hit. So what happened years later when she gave up alcohol and settled down? Listen in to learn how she incorporated her new lifestyle into her work. Learn more at...3210alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse87fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-heidi-busche--63287940http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/02/03/guest-heidi-buscheMon, 03 Feb 2020 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourHeidi Busche is a woman in recovery, as well as a relationship expert, podcaster, coach and author of the book "Relationship Ready."    To learn more about Heidi, visit her website www.heidibcoaching.com   Bubble Hour host Jean McCarthy writes...4046alcohol use disorder,codependency,sober,sobriety,twelve step recoveryfalse86fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-kendra-ogdon--63288018http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/01/27/guest-kendra-ogdonMon, 27 Jan 2020 17:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourKendra Ogdon is a woman in successful long-term recovery who is shining a light for others in her work as an IOP counsellor. She joins us to share her story and explain what outpatient programs are and who are the best candidates for this type of...3582iop,outpatient treatment programs,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse85fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/natalie-s-story--63287965http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/01/20/natalies-storyMon, 20 Jan 2020 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourLast summer, Natalie decided to take charge of her relationship with alcohol. Now in her sixth month of sobriety, she reflects on her decision and explains how her life is different today. Visit Bubble Hour host Jean McCarthy's blog UnPickled at...3989alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse84fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/linda-parmar-on-addiction-recovery-and-money--63287973http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/01/14/linda-parmar-on-addiction-recovery-and-moneyTue, 14 Jan 2020 01:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourWhen Linda Parmar embraced a life of sobriety more than five years ago, she thought she was putting her worst impulses behind her. However, not only did her time in active addiction result in enormous debt, but she also spent money impulsively in...3280addiction,addiction recovery,alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recoveryfalse83fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/linda-s-story--63288082http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/01/07/lindas-story-1Tue, 07 Jan 2020 01:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourLinda is a woman in successful long-term recovery from alcohol addiction. She got sober in 2011 together with her husband and the pair have stayed alcohol-free together since. Linda shares that alcohol took her to many places that "weren't pretty" but...3618alcohlism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse82fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-they-did-it--63287920http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2020/01/01/how-they-did-itWed, 01 Jan 2020 12:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJean McCarthy asks twelve women to share how they found their way into recovery. Recorded live at a SheRecovers retreat in Mexico in December 2019, this is the third installation of the women's stories.  Various ways to approach recovery are...3219recovery,rehab,sherecovers,sober,sobrietyfalse81fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/perspectives-on-recovery-and-the-holidays--63287935http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/12/28/perspectives-on-recovery-and-the-holidaysSat, 28 Dec 2019 21:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourNumerous women in recovery share how they navigate the holidays. These interviews were recorded on-site at a SheRecovers retreat in Mexico and include women in various stages of recovery. To learn more about retreats, visit www.sherecovers.co To...2530addiction,recovery,sherecovers,sober,sobrietyfalse752fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-sos--63287898http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/12/25/holiday-sosWed, 25 Dec 2019 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourHave you ever wondered what is said when someone calls a sponsor? Or what kind of advice someone with decades of recovery might offer to a person who is feeling triggered? What about the newly sober - how do they suggest coping with cravings or...2160alcohol addiciton,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse751fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-greetings-episode--63287916http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/12/22/holiday-greetings-episodeSun, 22 Dec 2019 00:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourFriends of the show and former cohosts offer their warm wishes, tips and advice for getting through the holidays with your sobriety intact. Be sure to check out  "UnPickled Holiday Survival Guide" - the new book by our host Jean McCarthy, available...1797recovery,self help,sober,sober christmas,sobrietyfalse750fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2019-year-end-update-from-jean--63287924http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/12/09/2019-year-end-update-from-jeanMon, 09 Dec 2019 23:14:05 +0000The Bubble HourBubble Host Jean McCarthy chats about recent events, including walking a labyrinth in Mexico, creating a family recipe book, her favourite crafts, update on her book and hints at the upcoming holiday special episodes.  To see pictures of the...1585alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse749fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emily-lynn-paulson--63287939http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/12/02/emily-lynn-paulsonMon, 02 Dec 2019 15:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourEmily Lynn Paulson is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life. Emily is an entrepreneur, certified professional recovery coach, She Recovers Designated Coach, and a member of the long-term recovery...3117addiction,mental health,recovery,sober,sorbrietyfalse748fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/robin-k-s-story--63287948http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/11/21/robin-ks-storyThu, 21 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourRobin was in a serious car accident that nearly took her life. After nine surgeries and months of slow, painful healing, she began to use alcohol to manage the lingering pain and emotional trauma of the event that changed her life forever. As an...4399addiction,alcoholism,pain management,sober,sobrietyfalse746fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-colleen-schroeder--63288048http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/11/04/guest-colleen-schroederMon, 04 Nov 2019 22:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourColleen looks back on how social drinking went sideways from a young age, and how she normalized it as she got older. She got sober just three weeks after her wedding, and the change brought a lot of adjustment into her relationship.  Now she is a...4248alcohol use disorder,recovery,recovery coach,sober,sobrietyfalse744fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/michellene-s-story--63288045http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/10/22/michellenes-storyTue, 22 Oct 2019 18:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourMichellene first considered sobriety at 26 after it became clear that her relationship with alcohol was out of control. Despite attending a program and doing stepwork, she was easily dissuaded from an alcohol-free lifestyle and continued to drink...4436alcholism,alcohol addiction,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse741fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maria-s-story--63287950http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/10/07/marias-storyMon, 07 Oct 2019 20:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourMaria reflects on aspects of life that contributed to her increased alcohol consumption as a way to cope. Motherhood, divorce, and work pressures were handled more and more often using wine as a release valve until the need for change became...3545addiction recovery,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse739fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lori-s-story--63287956http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/10/01/loris-storyTue, 01 Oct 2019 19:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourLori was functioning well in her high-pressure career and alcohol was both a problem and a crutch. Her addiction kicked into overdrive when she had to deal with an overwhelming family issue, and this ultimately led her to make a much-needed change....3386addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse738fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keith-keller-author-of-the-infinite-recovery-handbook--63288031http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/09/16/keith-keller-author-of-the-infinite-recovery-handbook-1Mon, 16 Sep 2019 23:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourKeith Keller is a recovery expert and activist, and author of "The Infinite Recovery Handbook". To learn more, visit www.infiniterecovery.org3722addiction,harm reduction,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse736fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mo-s-story-nine-months-sober--63287963http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/09/09/mos-story-nine-months-soberMon, 09 Sep 2019 14:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourMo suffered through public embarrassment due to her drinking and has embraced life without alcohol for the past nine months. She shares her story, including insights on gastric bypass surgery, going to her first recovery retreat, and sober life in...3970addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse735fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-jacob-evans--63287966http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/08/20/guest-jacob-evansTue, 20 Aug 2019 21:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourBy all accounts, Jacob was a young man with success in his sights. He was a law student and student body vice-president - all the things that are assuring to others as a sign of a positive youth. Listen as he explains why things went sideways, how he...4251addiction,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse733fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-ask-me-anything-episode--63287957http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/07/30/the-ask-me-anything-episodeTue, 30 Jul 2019 20:48:10 +0000The Bubble HourWhen the guest doesn't work out as planned, UnPickled and Bubble Hour followers save the day by sending questions and topics to help fill the hour. PS - On vacation for two weeks after this episode, so back in mid-August. Links to other episodes...4289alcoholism,ask me anything,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse732fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-way-up-author-patti-clark--63287970http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/07/23/this-way-up-author-patti-clarkTue, 23 Jul 2019 15:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAuthor Patti Clark has been described as a cross between Elizabeth Gilbert and Julia Cameron. Her book 'This Way Up: Seven Tools for Unleashing Your Creative Self  and Transforming Your Life'  was the winner of the prestigious International...3732acoa,adult children of alcoholics,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse731fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jenn-s-story--63287964http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/07/15/jenns-storyMon, 15 Jul 2019 21:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJenn's 40th birthday party was one that left her feeling a truth that couldn't be ignored. The heavy use of alcohol to offset the pressures of being a trial attorney and a busy wife and mom was taking away more than it was giving to her, and she...4105addiction,mental health,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse730fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-update-from-lisa-n--63287947http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/07/01/an-update-from-lisa-nMon, 01 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourPart 4 of this special summer series featuring all 4 former Bubble Hour hosts, returning to share where life has taken them since their time on the podcast. Visit UnPickled to see the wiritng that Lisa mentions, "The Tiny Voice".1987alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse729fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-update-from-catherine--63287962http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/07/01/an-update-from-catherineMon, 01 Jul 2019 06:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourThis special summer series features, former Bubble Hour hosts sharing the lastest in their recovery since moving on from the show3829alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse728fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-update-from-amanda-f--63287981http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/07/01/an-update-from-amanda-f-1Mon, 01 Jul 2019 02:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourIn this special summer series, all four former Bubble Hour hosts share updates on their lives and recovery since their time on the podcast4108alcoholism,recovery,rehab,sober,sobrietyfalse727fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-update-from-ellie-s--63287984http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/06/24/an-update-from-ellie-sMon, 24 Jun 2019 21:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourIn this special summer time series, we spend some time with the previous Bubble Hosts, including Ellie, Amanda, Catherine and Lisa.    4093alcoholism,recovery,rehab,sober,sobrietyfalse726fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vanessa-klugman-of-resilience-recovery-coaching--63287949http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/06/18/vanessa-klugman-of-resilience-recovery-coachingTue, 18 Jun 2019 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourVanessa understands what it means to lose everyting you've worked for. Her bottom took away her profession but today she is uisng her skills as a healer to help others avoid a similar fate. Learn more about Vanessa at www.resiliencerecoverycoaching.com3563addiction,addiction recovery,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse725fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jennifer-s-story--63287972http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/06/18/jennifers-storyTue, 18 Jun 2019 03:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJennifer is a nurse and a mom of three who struggled for a long time with alcohol before finally deciding to accept treatment. She went to rehab for two weeks, then did an outpatient program for two weeks, and had been successfully sober for nine months.3745mental health,recovery,rehab,sober,sobrietyfalse724fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nancy-s-story--63287954http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/06/11/nancys-storyTue, 11 Jun 2019 13:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourLike many people in the mental health industry, Nancy felt an extra dose of shame that she couldn't simply "fix herself". She is a successful psychotherapist with a lifelong struggle with anxiety and depression, and over time the alcohol that helped...3757addiction,alcoholism,anxiety,depression,mental healthfalse723fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chris-engen-of-nutrition-for-recovery--63287980http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/06/05/chris-engen-of-nutrition-for-recoveryWed, 05 Jun 2019 02:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourChris Engen has combined her passion for recovery with her nutrition expertise to help others.  Chris believes that recovery is “a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life and strive to...3909addiction,addiction recovery,alcohol addiction,alcoholism,nutrition for recoveryfalse722fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/julie-s-story-sober-in-england--63287955http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/05/30/julies-story-sober-in-england-1Thu, 30 May 2019 01:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJulie is a teacher in England who left alcohol behind when it became a burden within her busy life. Now with a year of sobriety to refect upon, Julie shares her understand of herself and the changes that have occurred in her life. Her recovery...3448aa,recovery,sober,sobriety,twelve stepsfalse721fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/casey-mcguire-davidson-of-hello-someday-coaching--63287978http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/05/21/casey-mcguire-davidson-of-hello-someday-coachingTue, 21 May 2019 17:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourCasey McGuire Davison is many things - world traveller, 3x triathalon athlete, wife and mom, gardener and amatuer photographer. She is also a woman in recovery with a passion for helping others find their way and take back their power. Learn more...4263alcoholism,recovery,recovery coach,sober,sobrietyfalse720fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sarah-s-story-recovery-after-relapse--63287971http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/05/03/sarahs-story-recovery-after-relapseFri, 03 May 2019 16:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourSarah had several years of sobriety and decided that perhaps she could drink normally again. This began a period of relapse that proved to be anything but normal. Now in early recovery for the second time around, Sarah joins us to share her story. 3650alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,relapse,sober,sobrietyfalse719fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/courtney-from-canada--63288019http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/04/26/courtney-from-canadaFri, 26 Apr 2019 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourCourtney returns to The Bubble Hour to reflect on the aftereffects a recent accident that left her in casts on BOTH arms.  How does an over-acheiving, fast-moving, SuperMom manage with she is forced to ask for help to even brush her own hair? She...3761alcoholism,recovery,sober,sober life,sobrietyfalse716fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liz-s-story--63288056http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/04/02/lizs-storyTue, 02 Apr 2019 17:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourLiz realized quite some time ago that she had a problematic relationship with alcohol, and it took several stops and starts before she dug into sobriety and began living alcohol free. Now into her seventh month of recovery, Liz reflects on her...4128alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse714fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-sam-anthony-lucania--63287969http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/03/25/guest-sam-anthony-lucaniaMon, 25 Mar 2019 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourSam is a drug addict and alcoholic in recovery who is using his sobriety to help others. He is a public speaker and author of "Hands Like You're Praying" - a memoir co-written with his wife Rachel about his long journey from addiction to a life of...3358addiction,drug addiction,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse712fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anna-s-story--63288051http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/03/19/annas-story-1Tue, 19 Mar 2019 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAnna works in the criminal justice system and sees all kinds of dysfunction on a regular basis. This is likely why is was hard for her to face a growing problem in her own life which, though troublesome, was not creating the kind of consequences she...4383alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse711fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/listener-letters-season-7--63287994http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/03/12/listener-letters-season-7Tue, 12 Mar 2019 20:14:31 +0000The Bubble HourHost Jean McCarthy reads some of the stories and letters sent in from sober and sober-curious Bubble Hour listeners. All material used with permission. Be sure to check out Jean's blog at www.unpickledblog.com and visit...2372alcoholics anonymous,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse710fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/patrick-from-ireland--63288047http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/03/04/patrick-from-ireland-1Mon, 04 Mar 2019 19:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourPatrick is married with three children, just a regular Irish guy living his life. When he realized he needed to deal with a growing addiction to alcohol, Pat found that one size does not fit all. Now nearing his first sober-birthday, Pat joins us to...3736addiction,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse79fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-virginia-kerr--63288050http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/02/20/guest-virginia-kerrWed, 20 Feb 2019 21:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourEveryone who struggles with addiction feels the burden of hiding a secret, but that feeling can become greatly exaggerated for people in the public eye. As a news anchor and tv host, Virgina felt she was living a double life as someone who looked...4434addiction,addiction recovery,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse78fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-sarah-roberts--63287991http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/02/12/guest-sarah-robertsTue, 12 Feb 2019 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourSarah Roberts is the creator of Sarah Talks Food www.sarahtalksfood.com and Sobriety Starts Here www.sobrietystartsHERE.com, as well as producer and host of REALtalk with Sarah, a video-series dedicated to a holistic view of health that tackles the...4202addicition,alcohol addiction,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse77fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sherry-hoppen-founder-of-she-surrenders--63288055http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/01/29/sherry-hoppen-founder-of-she-surrendersTue, 29 Jan 2019 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourSherry Hoppen is a Christian wife, mother, grandmother and a recovering alcoholic. She writes and speaks about overcoming the shame of being a Christian woman trapped in a secret life of addiction. She is the founder of She Surrenders.  A ministry to...4155recovery,sober,sober bloggers,sober writers,sobrietyfalse76fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jill-s-story-the-first-soberversary--63288054http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/01/25/jills-story-the-first-soberversaryFri, 25 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJill had offered to tell her story as a way to mark a significant milestone in her recovery: the one year mark.  Reflecting on the ups and downs of the past twelve months, plus a previous 90 day stint of sobriety and what happened in between.  4503alcohol addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse75fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brendan-s-story--63287992http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/01/22/brendans-storyTue, 22 Jan 2019 22:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourBrendan liked to drink with his friends, at parties, work functions, camping trips, and all the seemingly usual things. But as he progressed through his thirties, the amounts escalated and blackouts became a regular occurance. Eventually, this began...4120alcohol use disorder,life after alcohol,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse74fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-voices-in-recovery--63287960http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/01/20/more-voices-in-recoverySun, 20 Jan 2019 20:27:52 +0000The Bubble HourMeet Linda, Carol, Anji, Andie, Elizabeth, Marine, Barry and Erica - eight sober women who speak candidly about their expereiences at various stages of recovery.  Recorded live at a recovery retreat, these conversations will give you a glimpse of...3647alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse73fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sober-in-sweden--63287953http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2019/01/08/sober-in-swedenTue, 08 Jan 2019 14:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourTina lives in Sweden and travels frequently for her work in television. She joins Jean for an interview from the road to share her story and perspectives on recovery. Tina will share her personal story, and reflect on the drinking norms in her region...3757addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse72fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/voices-of-early-recovery--63287958http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/12/31/voices-of-early-recoveryMon, 31 Dec 2018 18:43:40 +0000The Bubble HourWelcome to Season 7 of The Bubble Hour. Since January can be a time of new recovery for so many, Jean shares recent recordings of conversations with women in the earliest days of their sobriety.  2533alcohol addiction,early recovery,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse71fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/andrea-owen-on-planning-for-the-new-year--63288011http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/12/18/andrea-owen-on-planning-for-the-new-yearTue, 18 Dec 2018 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAndrea Owen is an author, mentor, and professional certified life coach who helps high-achieving women let go of perfectionism, control, and isolation and choosing courage and confidence instead. She has helped thousands of women manage their...3787alcoholism,mental health,recovery,sober,valuesfalse638fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kelly-beck-of-shining-bright-recovery--63288000http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/12/13/kelly-beck-of-shining-bright-recoveryThu, 13 Dec 2018 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAs a young mom home-schooling four children, Kelly found within herself a deep passion for teaching and life-long learning. When her children grew and everything changed, she recognized a need to focus on her own life and attend to nuturing her...4246alcohol addiction,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse637fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/betty-ford-biographer-lisa-mccubbin--63288013http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/10/22/betty-ford-biographer-lisa-mccubbinMon, 22 Oct 2018 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourToday, most of us associate the name Betty Ford with the world-famous addiciton treatment centre in California. But there are so many ways that the life of this remarkable woman has influenced each of us, by advancing the causes of women's rights,...3993addiction,alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,betty ford,recoveryfalse635fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emily-s-story-six-months--63288016http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/10/21/emilys-story-six-monthsSun, 21 Oct 2018 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourIt is important to mark and celebrate milestones in recovery and there are may ways to do so. Emily has chosen to acknowledge her sixth-month mark by sharing her story here. She is celebrating by giving service to others in a way she has found helpful...3909alcoholism,alcohol use disorder,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse634fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kate-s-story-alcohol-free-by-choice--63288053http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/10/14/kates-story-alcohol-free-by-choiceSun, 14 Oct 2018 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourIf the writing is on the wall, is there any reason to continue until things get worse? Kate found herself in a troublesome relationship with alcohol and realized she didn't have to take it any further in the wrong direction. There is a downside to...4706alcohol-free,breast cancer,recovery,soberfalse633fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/laura-ward-blogger-and-recovery-coach--63288042http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/10/10/laura-ward-blogger-and-recover-coachWed, 10 Oct 2018 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourLaura is a busy wife and mom with a PR consulting business who writes about recovery on her blog www.quitwining.com. She is also a community contributor for today.com and huffpost.com.   Sober since 2014, Laura is dedicated to helping others and...4134addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sober blogsfalse632fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taylor-s-story--63287982http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/09/04/taylors-storyTue, 04 Sep 2018 19:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourTaylor's recovery from alcohol addiction revealed many other ways that pain was showing up in her life: struggles with weight, grief, relationship troubles, overachieving, perfectionism, and anxiety all turned out to be connected. The more she heals,...4220addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse628fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cathy-taughinbaugh-of-treatment-talk--63287975http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/08/15/cathy-taughinbaugh-of-treatment-talkWed, 15 Aug 2018 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourCathy Taughinbaugh helps parents and family members of young adults who struggle with addiction. We will hear about how Cathy has chosen to make this field her life's work and what we all need to know about helping the young people in our lives....3695addiction,alcohol abuse,alcohol dependency,alcoholism,family counsellingfalse627fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dana-bowman-author-of-how-to-be-perfect-like-me--63287987http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/08/14/dana-bowman-author-of-how-to-be-perfect-like-meTue, 14 Aug 2018 22:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourFull of humour and insights, "How to be Perfect LIke Me" follows up on Dana's recovery story in "Bottled: A Mom's Guide to Early Recovery" Dana will discuss relapse, writing about recovery as a healing tool, and all she has learned about getting and...3708alcohol addiction,recovery,recovery memoir,sober,sobrietyfalse626fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-letter-from-ella--63287967http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/08/13/a-letter-from-ellaMon, 13 Aug 2018 15:00:49 +0000The Bubble HourA "normie" by all appearances throughout her life, the unstructured freedom of retirement caused a shift in Ella's drinking pattern that triggered a pattern of addiction and spiral out of control. Listening to podcasts became such an important...3064addiction,alcohol addiction,alcoholism,recovery,soberfalse625fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sara-s-story--63287952http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/08/08/saras-storyWed, 08 Aug 2018 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourSara is a therapist who has been alcohol-free for three months. She reflects on what has made the difference after unsuccessful attempts in the past, and why people in the mental health profession may feel additional shame and stigma in recovery.3251alcohol addiction,mental health,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse624fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thoughts-on-recovery-from-dawn-nickel--63287997http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/07/30/thoughts-on-recovery-from-dawn-nickelMon, 30 Jul 2018 22:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourDr Dawn Nickel, co-founder of SheRecovers, has over two decades of recovery and has helped thousands of women find their way to a better life. Along the way, her perspective has shifted and grown, as each person she encounters has shaped her...4080addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse623fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/erin-w-part-2-jean-becomes-the-guest--63288006http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/07/23/erin-w-part-2-jean-becomes-the-guestMon, 23 Jul 2018 16:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourJean and Erin W continue their conversation from the previous week, only Erin turns the tables and puts Jean on the hotseat as the guest. They touch on using the word "alcoholic" as a label, having enough, being enough, imposter syndrome, the theme...3925alcohol addiction,recovery,sober,sober podcasts,sobrietyfalse622fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/erin-w-managing-editor-of-she-recovers-blog--63288017http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/07/16/erin-w-managing-editor-of-she-recovers-blogMon, 16 Jul 2018 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourErin W is tired of being silent about the imperfections of life and done being quiet about life after alcohol. No more playing it small. She shares her perspectives and insights on the SheRecovers Blog, where she is managing editor and lead writer....4637addiction,blogging,life after alcohol,recovery,sobrietyfalse620fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/victoria-s-story-a-crisis-of-health--63288021http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/07/11/victorias-story-a-crisis-of-healthWed, 11 Jul 2018 23:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourRecovery touches many aspects of our life and often people find that when they quit drinking, seemingly unrelated parts of life are impacted by the process. The same can be true in reverse order, and this has been the experience of Victoria who has...3834alcohol addiction,alcoholism,breast cancer,recovery,soberfalse619fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sober-in-ireland-guest-brid-mcgill--63288049http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/05/29/sober-in-ireland-guest-bridTue, 29 May 2018 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourBrid is a fitness professional, wife and mother of two who lives in Ireland. She blogs about life after alcohol at www.melivingfree.ie and hopes to bring a new energy and message of hope to women in Ireland who are struggling to find recovery in an...3559addiction,alcohoism,alcohol addiction,recovery,soberfalse617fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kayak-time-with-jean--63287937http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/05/24/kayak-time-with-jeanThu, 24 May 2018 03:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJean stuck her phone into her lifejacket and chatted away while paddling across a pristine lake in the Canadian woodlands. Enjoy this brief episode! To see footage of her adventure, pop over to www.unpickledblog.com490alcohol addiction,recovery,sober,sober adventures,sober travelfalse616fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marie-s-story--63288044http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/05/03/maries-storyThu, 03 May 2018 22:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourMarie had gone without alcohol for years, but out of the blue let it back into her life. When she quit drinking for the second time, she discovered a whole new world of resources on the internet and realied she had never used sobriety as an...3668acoa,adult children of alcoholics,alcoholism,sober,sobrietyfalse615fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amanda-s-story--63287977http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/04/11/amandas-storyWed, 11 Apr 2018 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAmanda initially began to question her relationship with alcohol because she wanted to lose weight. Realizing that quitting was harder than expected began a process of undoing that required a lot of effort and learning. Amanda will reveal "how she...4496addiction,addiction recovery,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse611fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jan-s-story--63287988http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/04/09/jans-storyMon, 09 Apr 2018 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourThe endless loop of on-again-off-again sobriety attempts can be draining and demoralizing. Jan knows the pattern all too well - she was caught in it for years on end and was starting to think she would never "get it". But she kept trying and something...3729addiction,alcohol addiction,alcoholism,recovery,soberfalse610fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-kelley-kitley--63288014http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/04/03/guest-kelley-kitleyTue, 03 Apr 2018 17:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourKelley has spent her life helping others, as a teen volunteering for service programs and as a therapist. But her own struggles with alcohol brought her to a point of needing to turn her attentions inwards and work on healing herself. The result is an...3840alcohol addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pete-s-story--63288046http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/03/27/petes-storyTue, 27 Mar 2018 22:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourHaving recently celebrated two yearsof sobriety, Pete reflects on some of the reasons he may have developed an addictive pattern with alcohol and how leaving it behind has changed his life for the better.  3478alcoholism,men in recovery,recovery,sobriety,stories of recoveryfalse68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amy-dresner-author-columnist-comic--63288060http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/03/14/amy-dresner-author-columnist-comicWed, 14 Mar 2018 02:10:34 +0000The Bubble HourAmy Dresner is a former professional stand-up comic, having appeared at The Comedy Store, The Laugh Factory, and The Improv. Since 2012, she has been a contributing editor of the online addiction and recovery magazine TheFix.com. She’s also written...4939addiction,relapse,sober,sober celebrities,sobrietyfalse66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shelli-s-story-of-recovery--63287995http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/03/09/shellis-story-of-recoveryFri, 09 Mar 2018 01:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJean talks to a member of her online group who she has always wanted to have on the show. With humor and insight, Shelli reveals her story of addiciton and how she changed her life for the better.   3967addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sherry-gaba-on-codependency-and-love-junkies--63287998http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/02/27/sherry-gaba-on-codependency-and-love-junkiesTue, 27 Feb 2018 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourYou wanted to hear more from Sherry Gaba so here she is! Sherry Gaba, LCSW, is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Recovery and Transformational Life Coach who has helped hundreds of people cope with lifelong addictions of all kinds, including...3462addiction,codependence,codependency,recovery,soberfalse64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emails-from-charles--63287951http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/02/23/emails-from-charles-1Fri, 23 Feb 2018 21:19:41 +0000The Bubble HourIn the fall of 2014, Charles wrote to Jean after reading her blog to ask for insight. He continued to send updates over the weeks and months that followed, and then disappeared. Eventually he wrote again, this time with even more to share. His emails...1619alcohol addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-edition-jean-s-interview-on-recovery-today-with-sherry-gaba--63287983http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/02/03/bonus-edition-jeans-interview-on-recovery-today-with-sherry-gabaSat, 03 Feb 2018 19:28:02 +0000The Bubble HourTo welcome you back to the new season, we kick off with Jean's session on the Recovery Today series hosted by Psychotherapist and Recovery Coach Sherry Gaba.  Jean will return next week with new eipsodes of The Bubble Hour! If you would like to be a...3318addiction,codependency,recovery,recovery podcast,sobrietyfalse62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/odaat-chat-podcast-host-arlina--63287959http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2018/02/01/odaat-chat-podcast-host-arlinaThu, 01 Feb 2018 19:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourArlina is the host of "ODAAT Chat" - a podcast about sobriety - and joins Jean to reflect on her own recovery and the influence that interviewing others has had on her own personal healing and growth.    3044odaat,one day at a time,recovery,recovery podcasts,sobrietyfalse61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/suburban-betty-blogger-christina--63288009http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/12/12/suburban-betty-blogger-christinaTue, 12 Dec 2017 01:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourSober blogger Christina of "Suburban Betty; Clean and Serene" is reknowned for her light-hearted approach to challenging situations. Two years ago, she had enough of sitting alone and drinking for hours at the end of each day. Since quitting,...4086alcohol addiction,recovery,sober,sober bloggers,sobrietyfalse546fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-andrea-owen--63288001http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/11/30/guest-andrea-owenThu, 30 Nov 2017 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAndrea Owen is an author, mentor, and certified life coach who helps high-achieving women let go of perfectionism, control, and isolation and choosing courage and confidence instead. She has helped thousands of women manage their inner-critic to...3654alcoholism,inner critic,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse545fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jessica-s-story-back-and-forth-on-the-decision-to-quit--63288015http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/11/26/jessicas-story-back-and-forth-on-the-decision-to-quitSun, 26 Nov 2017 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourSometimes recovery is about connecting the dots. Jessica never considered how other behaviours related to her alcohol addiciton, but in recovery she is learning that OCD-related patterns (hair pulling, or trichotillomania) relates to anxiety, which...4080alcohol addiction,recovery,sober,sobriety,trichotillomaniafalse544fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mini-pod-holiday-pep-talk--63287946http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/11/23/mini-pod-holiday-pep-talkThu, 23 Nov 2017 18:06:40 +0000The Bubble HourAre you hiding in a bathroom or closet at a family event? Turn the volume low, put your phone to your ear and listen to this message. I am sharing a lesson form my therapy for getting you through a family gathering that is pushing all of your buttons...544addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse543bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-annika-o-melia-of-mother-recovering--63287999http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/11/20/guest-annika-omelia-of-mother-recoveringMon, 20 Nov 2017 22:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAnnika shares her story of life after alcohol, and how she juggles life with four little ones and still finds time to give service as a podcast host. You can find Annika's blog and podcast at www.motherrecovering.com - be sure to subscribe to this...3988addiciton,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse542fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-shelly-anne-mckay--63288041http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/11/14/guest-shelly-anne-mckayTue, 14 Nov 2017 17:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourLiving life in the fast lane while working in the entertainment industry meant Shelly-Anne's norm was a work hard/play hard world. "You want me to come where there isn't any booze or drugs? Don't invite me!" was her motto. This plus a lifetime of...3362alcoholism,eating disorders,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse541fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-deborah-baska--63288059http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/11/09/guest-deborah-baskaThu, 09 Nov 2017 16:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourDeborah was a high-level corporate executive with a secret. This wife, mom, and girl scout leader was quietly leaning hard on alcohol to get through the demands of her busy life. A frightening incident that could have taken her life instead gave it...3905alcohol addiciton,alcoholism,recovery,sobrietyfalse540fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-kate-bee-creator-of-the-sober-school--63288012http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/11/07/guest-kate-bee-creator-of-the-sober-schoolTue, 07 Nov 2017 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourOn April 6, 2013 journalist Kate Bee quit drinking and created a blog to chronicle her experiences. The first comment came from another sober blogger, UnPickled (Bubble Hour host, Jean!). Now, over four years later, the two sober bloggers will speak...3705addiction,recovery,sober,sober schoolfalse539fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alison-s-story-stone-cold-temperate--63288022http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/10/20/alisons-story-stone-cold-temperateFri, 20 Oct 2017 03:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourBlogger Alison writes about her recovery experiences on stonecoldtemperate.wordpress.com . She sometimes thinks there is nothing special about her recovery, yet listeners know that every guest is full of insight and wisdom to which we can all relate....4090alcohol addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse538fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jessie-s-story--63288040http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/08/29/jessies-storyTue, 29 Aug 2017 15:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourToday's guest is a listener who has used the Bubble Hour as a tool in her own recovery, and is now paying it forward by sharing her story to help others. Jessie has overcome a lot in her recovery - alcohol addiciton, self-harm, codependence and...3991addiciton,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse535fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-interesting-sober-life-meaghan-s-story--63288057http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/08/04/an-interesting-sober-life-meaghans-storyFri, 04 Aug 2017 17:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourIf you think sobriety has to be boring then this show is for you. Meaghan has a dream job as an interior designer and she keep things interesting by gigging as a stand up comic for fun. After more than three years of sobriety, Meaghan has learned alot...4091addiciton,addiciton recovery,alcoholism,recovery,sobrietyfalse533fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/quitting-everything-ingrid-on-dumping-cigarettes-booze-and-diets--63288061http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/07/02/quitting-everything-ingrid-on-dumping-cigarettes-booze-and-dietsSun, 02 Jul 2017 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourLong before many of us turned to alcohol, we learned to numb our feeling with other behaviours. These old habits may resonate into adulthood and become normalized by a world full of quick fixes. For Ingrid, healing from alcohol addiction has meant...4144addiciton,alcoholism,mental health,recovery,sobrietyfalse532fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mary-of-life-without-vodka-rocks-blog--63287979http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/06/27/mary-of-life-without-vodka-rocks-blogTue, 27 Jun 2017 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourMary faced an issue that every parent dreads: seeing her children caught in the deadly grip of drug addiction. Her own alcohol use paled in comparison and even appeared helpful as she got her family through the time of crisis. Eventually, though, she...3629addiction,alcoholism,drug addiction,recovery,rehabfalse531fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shauna-s-story-it-s-complicated--63288052http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/06/05/shaunas-story-its-complicatedMon, 05 Jun 2017 17:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourHow do we make time for recovery when our day already starts at 5 am and doesn't stop until late evening? This episode will cover everything from doggy day care to relapse to adult children of alcoholics, and more than a few things in between. Join...3880alcoholism,gastric bypass,recovery,relapse,sobrietyfalse530fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jessica-s-story-treatment-and-multiple-diagnoses--63288030http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/05/31/jessicas-story-treatment-and-multiple-diagnosesWed, 31 May 2017 20:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourJessica G. is recovering from alcohol addiction, bi-polar disorder, and an eating disorder. After more than a decade of trying unsuccessfuly to stay with a rogram of recovery, her final in-patient treatment led her to pursuit a career in recovery...3131addiciton,bipolar disorder,eating disorders,rehab,treatmentfalse529fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-sober-hipster-lisa-s-story--63288058http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/05/23/the-sober-hipster-lisas-storyTue, 23 May 2017 22:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourRevealing her true self meant redefining everything about her life but Lisa had no choice: living a lie was slowly killing her. Today, Lisa is a sober woman who stands in her truth and invites others to do the same. Her website, thesoberhipster.com,...4359art therapy,lgbtq,recovery,sober hipster,sobrietyfalse528fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/help-others-but-stay-humble-veronica-valli-and-julie-elsdon-height--63288002http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/05/16/help-others-but-stay-humble-veronica-valli-and-julie-elsdon-heightTue, 16 May 2017 21:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourIs it difficult to share knowledge without becoming a know-it-all? Is it possible to help thousands of people get sober and avoid becoming egotistical? Does shedding anonymity automatically make someone a spokesperson for recovery? What are the...4371addiciton,alcoholism,recovery,sober blogs,sobrietyfalse527fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/olivia-pennelle-of-liv-s-recovery-kitchen--63288005http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/04/25/olivia-pennelle-of-livs-recovery-kitchenTue, 25 Apr 2017 16:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourDepression, addiciton and weight gain were slowly overtaking her life, so it is that Liv's recovery encompasses mental health, sobriety, and healthy eating. She understands the importance of recovery touching all aspects of life, so this approach is...3368addiction,depression,mental health,mental illness,sobrietyfalse526fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taryn-strong-growing-up-in-recovery--63287985http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/04/21/taryn-strong-growing-up-in-recoveryFri, 21 Apr 2017 21:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourTaryn's parents entered into recovery when she was a youngster, so she spent her childhood playing in church basements during their meetings and knew the language of recovery inside out. Later she applied her heart for recovery as a trauma-informed...4242alcohol addiction,drug abuse,recovery,self-harm,sobrietyfalse525fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/listener-letters-on-staying-sober-through-grief--63287968http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/04/12/listener-letters-on-staying-sober-through-griefWed, 12 Apr 2017 02:49:48 +0000The Bubble HourThe death of a loved one has caused many in recovery to stumble. In this first Bubble Hour since the passing of her father, Jean shares some of the letters and comments that have helped her through this difficult time. 2487alcohol addiction,grief,recovery,sobrietyfalse524fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-sasha-tozzi--63288023http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/02/13/guest-sasha-tozziMon, 13 Feb 2017 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourSasha Tozzi got sober when she was just 26 years old and learned a lot about herself in the process. In her words,"my strongest addictions were to alcohol, uppers, food, cigarettes, love relationships, people-pleasing & perfectionism."  Many...4217addiciton,alcoholism,binge drinking,cocaine addiction,interventionfalse523fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s5e13-express-yourself-with-guest-julie-m--64147118
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Join us on Patreon at https://patreon.com/thebubblehour]]>3645false513fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veronica-valli-recovery-and-relationships--63288007http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/02/02/veronica-valli-recovery-and-relationshipsThu, 02 Feb 2017 01:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourVeronica Valli is a woman in recovery who has devoted her life to informing the public on problematic drinking and addiction. She is a therapist specializing in addiction, as well as an author of two books, "Why You Drink and How to Stop" and "Get...3927quit drinking,recovery rocks,sober authors,sober bloggers,veronica vallifalse522fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sober-julie-on-life-straight-up--63287986http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/01/25/sober-julie-on-life-straight-up-1Wed, 25 Jan 2017 18:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJean talks to one of the recovery world's most popular bloggers, Julie Elsdon-Height of SoberJulie.com. Julie knows there is nothing boring about life after alcohol, and she wants the rest of the world to know it, too! She tells her story of addiction...3621alcoholism,recovery,sober bloggers,sobriety,travellingfalse521fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/laura-silverman-of-the-sobriety-collective--63287993http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/01/24/laura-silverman-of-the-sobriety-collectiveTue, 24 Jan 2017 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourLaura was a party girl, the friend that had that had to be "babysat" by others because her antics with alcohol were dramatic and full of calamity. That ended in 2007 with a girls' trip to NYC, when police officers found her drunk, lost, crying and...3777alcohol addiction,alcoholism,blogging,recovery,sobrietyfalse520fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-hangover-free-life-author-louise-rowlinson--63287990http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/01/17/a-hangover-free-life-author-louise-rowlinsonTue, 17 Jan 2017 19:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourLouise worked in health care and saw devasting effects of liver disease from alcoholism first-hand. She saw herself as different from low-bottom alcoholics, but eventually, she realized she was in the grip of addiction and needed to quit. Now she uses...3230addiciton,alcohol,alcoholism,recovery,sobrietyfalse519fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-update-interview-with-ellie-co-creator-of-the-bubble-hour--63288004http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2017/01/12/an-update-interview-with-ellie-co-creator-of-the-bubble-hourThu, 12 Jan 2017 00:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourThe first guest of 2017 is THE person you've all been wondering about - series creator Ellie Strong. Ellie returns with an update of what has been happening with her life and recovery, and chats with Jean about The Bubble Hour and its impact.3680addiction,alcohlism,recovery,recovery podcast,sobrietyfalse518fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celebrating-one-year-cory-s-story--63288003http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/11/11/celebrating-one-year-corys-storyFri, 11 Nov 2016 20:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourCory first wrote to Jean (via unpickledblog.com) when she was just 14 days sober. The two stayed in touch over the months that followed, encouraging one another and checking in with updates. When Cory wrote to say she was celebrating one year of...4098alcohol addiction,alcoholism,quit drinking,recovery,sobrietyfalse517fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kirsten-s-story--63288039http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/10/08/kirstens-story-1Sat, 08 Oct 2016 20:12:52 +0000The Bubble HourStill waters run deep. Kirsten was a quiet, thoughtful child who kept a lot in. She learned to be an outgoing, independent woman who moved through the world with competence and yet, the feelings and thoughts she kept to herself were eating away at her...4336alcohol addiction,alcoholism,recovery,self harm,sobrietyfalse516fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/courtney-s-story--63287961http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/09/27/courtneys-storyTue, 27 Sep 2016 16:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourCourtney is someone you wouldn't expect to struggle, but she has. Born with a malformation of her right hand, she always felt flawed and tried to compensate with exacting standards and high levels of acheivement. Her inner pain crept out in other...3267addiction,alcohol addiction,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse515fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sober-mom-grateful-daughter-guests-leslie-and-amy--63288008http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/09/20/sober-mom-grateful-daughter-guests-leslie-and-amyTue, 20 Sep 2016 23:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourThe mother and daughter relationship can be complicated under the best of circumstances. Many times more so when addiciton comes into play. Mom Leslie recently celebrated one year of sobriety. She and her daughter Amy share their individual...3598addiciton,alcoholism,family relationships,recovery,sobrietyfalse514fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/relapse-around-us-guest-former-co-host-catherine--63288020http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/08/30/relapse-around-us-guest-former-co-host-catherineTue, 30 Aug 2016 16:01:50 +0000The Bubble HourIt can feel awful when someone we care about returns to drinking. How to respond? How to be supportive? What about feeling rejected and diminished? How do we protect our own sobriety while helping others? Jean discusses these questions with a special...4272alcohol addiciton,alcoholism,recovery,relapse,sobrietyfalse512fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/karlyn-pipes-the-do-over--63288027http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/08/25/karlyn-pipes-the-do-overThu, 25 Aug 2016 16:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAn Olympic hopeful whose dreams were cut short by addiction, Karlyn explains how sobriety gave her a second chance at athletic success and at personal happiness. But neither of those achievements came quickly or easily.    Karlyn speaks frankly...3889addiction,alcoholism,eating disorders,sobriety,swimmingfalse511fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-am-i-now-guest-margaret--63287974http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/08/23/who-am-i-now-guest-margaretTue, 23 Aug 2016 15:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourIf we define ourselves by what we do, it can be hard to remain stable when a big change comes along. For Margaret, retirement could have left her searching for meaning and purpose. Instead, she is looking forward to the freedom to fully be herself. ...3689alcohol addiction,recovery,retirement,self help,sobrietyfalse510fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gaby-s-story-back-from-the-edge-twice--63288035http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/08/22/gabys-story-back-from-the-edgetwiceMon, 22 Aug 2016 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourGaby had it all...until it disappeared overnight. Alcohol was a comfort through the difficult years that followed...until it nearly took her life. You might think this would convince her to never drink again, yet she chose to try moderating after...4441addiction,near death,recovery,sober living,sobrietyfalse58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/listener-letters-and-questions-august-2016--63287996http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/08/15/listener-letters-and-questions-august-2016Mon, 15 Aug 2016 20:16:55 +0000The Bubble HourJean answers your questions about everything from skin picking to song writing with so much honesty she makes herself cry, and shares the feedback from our recent episode about perfectionism and motherhood ("Karen's Story"). Also covered is the...2964addiction,alcoholism,listener questions,recovery,sobrietyfalse57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/karen-s-story--63288028http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/07/22/karens-story-1Fri, 22 Jul 2016 02:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourKaren's story will resonate with anyone who has ever drank to numb feelings of inadequacy or depression. Karen was a hard-working high-achiever with everything  under control until she embarked on a challenge she didn't feel she could master to her...3307addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sober,sobrietyfalse56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sobriety-and-borderline-personality-disorder-guest-michelle--63288037http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/07/06/sobriety-and-borderline-personality-disorder-guest-michelleWed, 06 Jul 2016 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourIt's not necessarily common for alcoholics to have Borderline Personality Disorder, but it is quite common for people with BPD to struggle with addiction. Jean welcomes Michelle to explain her experiences with BPD as a person in successful long term...3758alcoholism,borderline personality disorde,bpd,sober,sobrietyfalse55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-first-year-guest-robin--63288029http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/06/28/the-first-year-guest-robinTue, 28 Jun 2016 20:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourMilestones are an opportunity to take stock of how far we have come, and to celebrate the way that day by day, time adds up!  Jean welcomes guest Robin, who recently celebrated one year alcohol-free, to share her experiences and insights.  When...3520addiction,alcoholism,anniversary,recovery,soberfalse54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sobriety-through-a-crisis-guest-anne-s--63288026http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/06/23/sobriety-through-a-crisis-guest-anne-sThu, 23 Jun 2016 21:55:05 +0000The Bubble HourIronically, the same difficulties in life that shake the foundations of recovery can be when sobriety is needed more than ever. In this episode, Anne (author of "A 30 Day Journey to Stillness" and ainsobriety.wordpress.com) joins Jean in person to...3263alcoholism,fort mcmurray,ft mcmurray,recovery,sobrietyfalse53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kelly-s-story--63288024http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/06/21/kellys-storyTue, 21 Jun 2016 22:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourDoes being in recovery make it easier or harder to handle the curve balls that life throws our way? That is the question I will be asking Kelly, who will tell us if being sober helped or hindered her through difficult times. We will talk about...3317addiction,alcoholism,recovery,sobriety,yogafalse52fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/update-from-jean--63287941http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/06/20/update-from-jeanMon, 20 Jun 2016 21:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourJean drops by with a quick update on what is happening with The Bubble Hour - where we have been and what is happening with the show. Our mailbox is full of messages from listeners and we have heard you, loud and clear! You have missed us as much as...179addiction,alcoholism,recovery,the bubble hourfalse51bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/things-we-used-to-drink-over-and-what-we-do-today--63287976http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/03/21/things-we-used-to-drink-over-and-what-we-do-todayMon, 21 Mar 2016 01:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourOn this episode we will talk about those moments in recovery when we realize we're doing something (or feeling something) that used to make us want to drink, and yet here we are able to do them sober. Along with special guest, Author Dana Bowman, we...4036addictions,alcoholism,drinking,recovery from addiction,sobrietyfalse441fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-guest-nikki-myers-from-yoga-of-12-step-recovery--63288038http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/02/29/special-guest-nikki-myers-from-yoga-of-12-step-recoveryMon, 29 Feb 2016 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourAn accomplished teacher and practitioner, Nikki Myers is an MBA, Yoga Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and Certified Addiction Recovery Specialist. Born from her personal struggle with addiction, Nikki is the founder of Y12SR, the Yoga of...404812 steps,addiction,alcoholism,recovery from addiction,yogafalse440fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-guest-mary-killian-author-the-roustabout-heart--63288036http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/02/08/special-guest--mary-killian-author-the-roustabout-heartMon, 08 Feb 2016 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourWe are excited to have Mary Killian, author of "The Roustabout Heart: Adventures in Recovery" as a special guest on our show!  We'll talk to her about her addiction/recovery journey, what her life is like today, and discuss her amazing book!  More...3864addiction,alcoholism,author,recovery,recovery from addictionfalse439fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dropping-the-a-word-moving-from-contemplation-to-action--63287989http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/01/25/dropping-the-a-word--moving-from-contemplation-to-actionMon, 25 Jan 2016 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourWe get a lot of emails from people saying they are still drinking but are concerned they may have a problem, or are trying not to drink and listen to this show as one of their tools. We are so grateful that the show helps people on their journey...3168addiction,alcoholism,recovery,recovery from addictionfalse437fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/signposts-of-alcoholism-and-an-honest-conversation-about-hitting-bottom--63288034http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2016/01/04/signposts-of-alcoholism-and-an-honest-conversation-about-hitting-bottomMon, 04 Jan 2016 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourOn Sunday's show Ellie, Amanda and Catherine talk about early warning signs and symptoms of alcoholism, as we reflect back on our own sobriety journeys.  We also have an honest conversation about "hitting bottom", what it means to hit an 'emotional'...4337addiction,alcoholism,drinking,recovery from addictionfalse436fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/speaker-discussion-meeting-with-liz-f-getting-sober-when-you-are-young--63288032http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2015/12/21/speaker-discussion-meeting-with-liz-f-getting-sober-when-you-are-youngMon, 21 Dec 2015 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourIn recovery meetings it is common practice for one person to share their experience, strength and hope and then to pick a recovery topic for the group to discuss. We have recreated that concept here on The Bubble Hour. Hearing that there are other...3557addiction,alcoholism,recovery from addiction,youngfalse435fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/teaching-people-how-to-treat-us-setting-boundaries-in-early-recovery--63288043http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2015/12/07/teaching-people-how-to-treat-us--setting-boundaries-in-early-recoveryMon, 07 Dec 2015 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourSetting boundaries is an essential skill in life, especially for people in recovery. Alcoholic and addicts often have dysfunctional boundaries: either too rigid (leading to suppressed emotions or distant relationships) or too enmeshed (depriving us of...3814addiction,alcoholism,boundaries,drinking,recovery from addictionfalse434fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plan-ahead-for-a-sober-and-fun-holiday-season--63288025http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2015/11/23/plan-ahead-for-a-sober-and-fun-holiday-seasonMon, 23 Nov 2015 02:00:00 +0000The Bubble HourThe holiday season is upon us once again, starting (for those of us in the US) with Thanksgiving this week. In light of this, we thought it was timely to revisit tips and strategies for not just surviving the holiday season, but also reaping the...3542addiction,alcoholism,drinking,holidays,recovery from addictionfalse433fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-s-talk-about-recovery-meetings--63288033http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bubblehour/2015/11/02/lets-talk-about-recovery-meetings-2Mon, 02 Nov 2015 02:30:00 +0000The Bubble HourOn the Bubble Hour we do not endorse or promote any particular program or pathway to recovery. We honor the traditions of twelve-step programs, and as such we do not discuss them by name, and we will continue to honor this policy. We receive emails...3410addiction,alcoholism,recovery,recovery from addiction,recovery meetingsfalse431full