How does a successful fashion designer find herself in the throes of addiction, battling homelessness, and rising again to help others find their path? In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Summers, a mom and former boutique owner whose life fell apart after complications during childbirth led her to rely on presc... more
Join our FREE Sober Living Stories FB Group for Inspiration, New Episodes, Guest Highlight & Free Resources Click Here 🫵 Sober Living Stories | Facebook In 2009, as Louie Bischoff's 20-year marriage was ending, she used alcohol to cope with the sadness, grief, and depression. Louie grew up in a domestic violence hous... more
Host Jessica Stipanovic and Renae Saager sit down to talk about how Renae teaches go-getter women worldwide how to start living a powerful, authentic life free from food and weight obsession. Tapping into her own unique journey with disordered eating and alcoholism, Renae connects with her clients on a deeper level, su... more
Imagine finding redemption at your lowest point—Doug Sweeney did just that. After a journey marked by addiction and run-ins with the law, Doug discovered a life-transforming faith that reshaped his entire existence. On this episode of Sober Living Stories, he opens up about his path from the depths of addiction to beco... more
What if the key to overcoming addiction lies not in conventional methods, but in the depths of spiritual and holistic practices? Join us as Veronica Barragan, a remarkable holistic therapist and wellness counselor, recounts her challenging journey from a traditional Catholic upbringing in Mexico to battling and ultimat... more
In this episode of the Sober Living Stories podcast, we're joined by Tina Sasso, a nurse practitioner, holistic wellness health coach, and survivor of relationship trauma who is passionate about empowering Women Survivors of Relationship Trauma. Her mission is to help them take charge of their health, boost their energ... more
Join us for an empowering episode with Lisann Valentin, a lawyer turned actor and New York Times bestselling author, who shares her compelling journey from a childhood immersed in drinking culture to an adulthood filled with success. Having walked away from a law career and into the entertainment industry, Lisann foll... more
Can love survive the storm of addiction? Join us as we uncover the powerful story of Anna Kingsley, a psychotherapist from London, who opens up about the ups and downs of being married to an active alcoholic who turned 20 months alcohol-free. Discover how the COVID-19 lockdown intensified her husband's alcohol dependen... more
Join Jessica Stipanovic as she sits down with Sarah Smith, a Canadian roots rock songwriter, who shares her sobriety story and how she lives it out on the road enjoying a 26-year music career. Sarah returns to her high school days in a party-loving, farm community and recounts the pivotal moment she left the Royal Mi... more
Have you ever wondered how a single day can change your life forever? Meet Courtney Andersen, a sober life coach, podcast host, and author. She is the founder of Sober Vibes and National Sober Day and helps women quit drinking alcohol and thrive in sobriety.Through Courtney's story, you'll learn the incredible power o... more
Welcome to another episode of the Sober Living Stories Podcast. Meet Stephanie McAuliffe, author of two international best-sellers, as she shares her personal story. From surviving sexual abuse and growing up in a family overwrought with alcoholism, to navigating a high-powered Wall Street career and marriage to an a... more
Meet Leigh of @macrosnmocktails, a first-class female on a mission to normalize sobriety by bravely sharing her life as a sober mom one post at a time. Join host Jessica Stipanovic as she sits down with Leigh to listen to her sobriety story and wildfire connection with a community that helps her remain accountable and ... more
Have you ever witnessed a friend or family member suffer from alcoholism or addiction and wondered how you could help?Join us as we share Lisa Dare's powerful journey of witnessing a friend's descent into alcoholism and supporting her path to recovery. Lisa's experiences at a work event sparked a realization that led t... more
Sobriety isn't about being boring, it's about embracing life to the fullest. Nobody knows that better than my next guest, Mick Resendez of @queerrecovery where he kicks shame to the curb and wins over alcohol. He invites you to forget everything you thought you knew about sobriety and join us as he rewrites the rules... more
Join us on this episode of the Sober Living Stories podcast as we welcome Amy Colliton, a former childhood actor and founder of her own theater company, who celebrates 42 years of sobriety today. From her first encounter with alcohol at just 11 years old to her involvement in Alateen, Amy's journey is a true example an... more
Join us as we welcome Nick Padlo, an Iraq war veteran and accomplished business professional who openly shares his personal story from military and business success to battling addiction and depression. Throughout this episode, Nick opens up about his darkest moments and the pivotal steps he took to reclaim his life, u... more
Have you ever wondered how nutrition and holistic health can completely transform your life? Tune in to another episode of The Sober Living Stories Podcast with Jessica Stipanovic. This week, she sits down with Lizzie Nelson, an integrative nutritionist to discuss the healing powers of food, stress management, sleep ... more
Can growing up in an alcoholic household shape your future for the better? Claire George's extraordinary journey answers that question with a resounding yes. Join us on this heartfelt episode of Sober Living Stories, where Claire, a health habits coach holding two master's degrees, shares her personal story. From her e... more
At only four years old, Kyle Robinson’s life changes dramatically—a man he calls Big Bad Ben, or Triple B becomes his stepfather. Over the next decade, Kyle and his siblings live in terror daily, trying anything to escape his physical and emotional abuse. With nobody to turn to, Kyle’s urge to escape reality leads him ... more
Have you ever realized that a seemingly harmless habit has taken over your life?Marci Rossi's relatable sobriety story unfolds as she details her transformative journey from drinking culture to a life of joy and intention. As I sit down with this inspiring coach, we unwrap the complexities of alcohol dependency that h... more
If you or a loved one has ever suffered from addiction or mental health challenges, this episode is one you will not want to miss. Meet Darren Serwas who with seven years of health and sobriety shares about his journey from the depths of addiction and bipolar disorder to a life of sobriety and faith. This episode is ... more
JoJo was brought up in the gang-infested neighborhoods of LA and witnessed the deadly results of drive-by shootings at a young age. Although raised in a disciplined home, JoJo still took to the drug-filled streets and at 16 was arrested which eventually led to him being tried as an adult in the state of California. ... more
After years of attending self-help groups and battling addictions, listen to how my guest Barb found healing and spirituality in 12-step recovery programs. Join us as she shares her sobriety story in this powerful episode.From her transformative experience in Codependents Anonymous and Adult Children of Alcoholics, Bar... more
Have you ever struggled with emotional eating? Today, I have a heartfelt conversation with Jennifer Schrappe, where she talks about her experience with eating disorders and how her struggles with food addiction shaped her career in counseling others toward healing. Jennifer uncovers the harsh edges of bullying, lonelin... more
Have you ever been in a relationship that carried so much emotional trauma that your health began to suffer? That's the essence of Ashley Malik's story, and I had the privilege of hosting her on the show where she shared it for the first time. In a deeply personal conversation, she unveils her escape from an abusive m... more