Mike Hardenbrook
#1 best-selling author of "No Willpower Required," neuroscience enthusiast, and habit change expert.
Appears in 87 Episodes
Anticipating Challenges When Sober Curious w/ Hilary Sheinbaum
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today we’re diving into a topic that’s crucial for anyone on a mindful drinking or dry journey: anticipating challenges and b...
Setting the Right Goals for Your Drinking Journey w/ Hilary Sheinbaum
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today we’re joined by Hilary Sheinbaum, the author of Going Dry: A Workbook and The Dry Challenge. She’s the founder of Going...
10-Minute Mondays: Understanding the Surgeon General’s New Alcohol Warning
Hey everyone, today we’re diving into the Surgeon General’s call for updated alcohol warning labels. We’ll explore the science, the studies, and what this could mean f...
Turning Rock Bottom into a Movement w/ Carl Radke of Summer House
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! If you caught part one of our conversation with Carl Radke, you already know his story is one of resilience and reinvention. ...
Reality TV, Fame, and Drinking Culture w/ Carl Radke of Summer House
Hey there, and welcome to another episode of Journey to the Sunnyside! Today’s guest has a story that hits close to home for so many of us. You might know Carl Radke f...
10-Minute Mondays: Navigating Cognitive Dissonance and Mindful Drinking
Ever felt that tug-of-war between what you want and what you do? That’s cognitive dissonance, and it’s something we all face when cutting back or taking a break from d...
How Bill Shufelt Built a Non-Alcoholic Movement with Athletic Brewing pt. 2
Welcome back to part two of our conversation with Bill Shufelt, the co-founder and CEO of Athletic Brewing Company. Last time, we unpacked Bill’s personal journey and ...
How Bill Shufelt Built a Non-Alcoholic Movement with Athletic Brewing pt. 1
Today, we’re kicking off part one of a two-part series with Bill Shufelt, the co-founder and CEO of Athletic Brewing Company. Bill’s story is nothing short of inspirin...
10-Minute Mondays: Is Alcohol Part of Your Identity?
Have you ever wondered if alcohol is tied to how you see yourself? Maybe it’s part of being the life of the party, feeling fun, or finding a way to relax. In this epis...
Why 75 Million Are Participating in Dry or Dryish January w/ Sunnyside Co-Founder Ian Andersen
Hey, welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, I’m hanging out with Ian Andersen, co-founder of Sunnyside, and we’re talking about something big—why over 75 mil...
10-Minute Mondays: Reflect, Reset, and Set Intentions for Mindful Drinking
As we step into the new year, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the past year—the wins, the challenges, and everything in between. In this episode, I’ll share how self...
Breaking the Cycle of Family Trauma and Emotional Triggers w/ Susan Keller
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re picking up where we left off with Susan Keller, author of Mostly Sober: A Love Story and a Road Trip. In the las...
Mindful Drinking and the Power of Small Changes w/ Susan Keller
Hey there and welcome back to journey to the sunny side. I'm your host Mike Hardenbrook. We're excited to bring you a heartfelt conversation with Susan Keller. She's t...
10-Minute Mondays: Sleep, Alcohol, and Breaking the Cycle
Have you ever leaned on alcohol to help you sleep, only to wake up feeling groggy—or worse, tossing and turning all night when you don’t drink? I’ve been there, and in...
Navigating Mom Health, Alcohol, and Stigmas w/ Haley Roos
Welcome to part two of our conversation with Haley Roos. Haley is a fat-loss coach, wellness advocate, and the creator of Redefined Mamma. After experiencing the life-...
Haley’s Journey to Healthier Habits with Sunnyside w/ Hailey Roos
Today, I’m excited to welcome Haley Roos to the Sunnyside Podcast. Haley is a certified fat-loss coach and the founder of Redefined Mamma, where she’s made it her miss...
10-Minute Mondays: Handling Holiday Drinking Triggers
The holidays can be a minefield of drinking triggers, from stress to social pressure and everything in between. In this 10-minute episode, I’m talking about how to rec...
Creating Alcohol-Free Spaces w/ Sam Bail
Welcome back to another episode of Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re digging into alcohol-free spaces. I’m joined by Sam Bail, the founder of Third Place Bar, who...
From Drinking as a Chore to Freedom w/ Sam Bail
Hey everyone, welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’ve got Sam Bail, founder of Third Place Bar, here with us. Sam’s journey is all about how drinking st...
10-Minute Mondays: Breaking the All-or-Nothing Holiday Mindset
The holidays bring so many celebrations, temptations, and pressures—whether it’s to indulge, stay completely dry, or stick perfectly to your goals. In this episode, I’...
Enjoy the Holidays Without Setting Back Your Health Goals w/ Carrie Lupoli
Hey there, welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! This podcast is all about mindful living—whether that’s how we approach alcohol, food, or life in general. Today’s...
10-Minute Mondays: A Simple List to Help Change Your Drinking Habits
In this 10-minute episode, I’m revealing a simple yet powerful tool that can make changing your drinking habits so much easier. If you’ve ever felt like sticking to yo...
The Truth About Willpower and Drinking w/ Rachel Hart
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! I’m your host, Mike Hardenbrook, and today we’re tackling a myth that a lot of us have believed for way too long—relying on w...
Find Your Drinking Archetype for Lasting Change w/ Rachel Hart
Hey there, welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! I’m Mike Hardenbrook, and today we’re diving into a topic that hits home for so many mindful drinkers—understandin...
10-Minute Mondays: Breaking Free from the Comparison Trap
In this episode, we’re diving into why comparing your drinking habits to others doesn’t tell the full story. The truth is, you never know what’s really going on behind...
Why it’s Never Too Late to Redefine Your Life pt. 2 w/ Julie Ciardi
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside. Today., we're picking up the conversation with Julie Ciardi. She's going to continue sharing her journey from what could have...
Why it’s Never Too Late to Redefine Your Life pt. 1 w/ Julie Ciardi
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside. Today's episode is for anyone who feels stuck or disconnected from their purpose. Whether you're over 50 or even in your fort...
10-Minute Tuesday: How to Strengthen New Habit Pathways
In this 10-Minute Monday (Tuesday Edition), learn how to create and reinforce new habits by building stronger pathways in the brain. Discover quick, practical tips to ...
Breaking Free from Self-Sabotage w/ Stefanos Sifandos
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re diving into breaking free from self-sabotaging patterns with Stefanos Sifandos. Stefanos is the real deal—he’s w...
Healing the Inner Child for a Healthier You w/ Stefanos Sifandos
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today, we’re diving into a topic that goes deep—healing the inner child for a healthier, more connected you. Our guest Stefan...
