Mike Hardenbrook
#1 best-selling author of "No Willpower Required," neuroscience enthusiast, and habit change expert.
Appears in 48 Episodes
10-Minute Mondays: What is Intermittent Sobriety?
In this 10-minute episode of Sunnyside’s Monday series, we dive into the concept of "intermittent sobriety," a growing trend reshaping how we view alcohol. While it's ...
The Science of Alcohol: Why Change Feels So Hard w/ Phil Cowley
Welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today we’re exploring a topic that resonates with so many people: why alcohol is so hard to cut back on or quit altogether. W...
Why Alcohol is Wrecking Your Sleep and What You Can Do About It w/ Phil Cowley
Hey, welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! The other day, Phil Cowley and I talked about how alcohol affects your medications, and today we’re tackling another big...
What’s Really Happening When You Mix Alcohol and Medication? w/ Phil Cowley
Hey, welcome to Journey to the Sunnyside! I’m your host, Mike Hardenbrook, and today we’re digging into a critical topic: what happens when you mix alcohol with medica...
Sunnyside Cuts Drinking by 33%, New Study Confirms w/ Sunnyside CEO Nick Allen
Hey everyone, welcome back to Journey to the Sunnyside! Today’s episode is packed with some really exciting news. We’re diving into the results of a third-party study ...
Face-off: Sober vs. Sober(ish) October
Why wait until January to make a change? In this episode, we dive into the differences between Sober and Sober(ish) October and how each approach could set you up for ...
The Doctor-Approved Method to Cut Back on Drinking w/ Dr. Hrishikesh Belani
Joining me again is Dr. Hrishikesh Belani, medical advisor for Sunnyside.co, and an expert in alcohol use disorders. Dr. Belani’s worked with countless people looking ...
The Critical Alcohol Facts Doctors Want You to Know w/ Dr. Hrishikesh Belani
I’m excited to be joined by Dr. Hrishikesh Belani. He’s not only the Primary Care Director of LA County Health Services but also an Assistant Professor at UCLA and a m...
10-Minute Mondays: How Alcohol Hijacks Your Dopamine
In this 10-Minute Monday episode, we’re breaking down how alcohol manipulates one of the most important chemicals in your brain—dopamine. Ever wondered why you crave t...
Inside the Sober Curious Movement w/ Olivia Noceda
In this episode, we’re diving into the sober curious movement with Olivia Noceda, who’s been alcohol-free for nearly 3 years and has built an incredible community of o...
10-Minute Mondays: The Secret to Staying Motivated (And Making It Fun)
In this 10-minute Monday, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked keys to staying motivated—celebrating your wins. It’s not just about big milestones; even small ...
The Link Between Fitness, Wellness, and Habit Change w/Jesse Carrajat
In this episode, we’re joined by USMC veteran Jesse Carrajat, founder of Altum Fitness and host of the Sober Strength podcast. Jesse opens up about his journey from mi...
10-Minute Mondays: 5 Steps to Bounce Back from Slip-Ups (Guilt-Free)
In this episode, "5 Steps to Bounce Back from Slip-Ups Guilt-Free," I'll cover the practical ways you can recover from those inevitable moments when your alcohol moder...
Mindset, Community, and the Next Big Trend w/ Rachel Hechtman
Today, we’re diving into a movement that's shaking up how we think about socializing—alcohol-free events, communities, and bars. With more people exploring sobriety or...
10-Minute Mondays: Chasing the Buzz
In today's 10-minute episode, we're diving into something I like to call "chasing the buzz." Ever find yourself going out for just one drink, only to wake up the next ...
How Sunnyside Changed My Life w/ Casie Stewart
We've got an awesome episode of Journey to the Sunnyside lined up for you today. We're sitting down with Casie Stewart, and let me tell you, her story is pretty mind-b...
10-Minute Mondays: The Time-Machine Exercise
On this week's 10-Minute Mondays, I guide you through a powerful exercise to visualize the long-term impact of your daily habits and inspire positive change in your re...
A Mom's Story of Breaking Up with Chardonnay w/ Deb Podlogar
Today, we're joined by the well-known influencer Deb Podlogar, aka Mocktail Mom. Deb shares her personal journey of breaking up with Chardonnay, along with her passion...
How 150 Days of Tracking Transformed My Drinking w/ Dezi Abeyta
Today, I’m joined by Dezi Abeyta, a high-performance coach, podcast host, registered dietitian, and a prominent contributor to Men's Health. Dezi, who has worked with ...
10-Minute Mondays: How to Win Partner Support in 4 Steps
On this week's 10-Minute Mondays, I'm sharing four simple steps to gain your partner's support as you change your relationship with alcohol—no pressure, no expectation...
How to Eat to Change How You Drink w/ Dr. Brooke Scheller
Have you ever wondered how changing your diet could impact your relationship with alcohol? Today, we're joined by Dr. Scheller, an expert in nutrition. Together we'll ...
10-Minute Mondays: 3 Craving-Crushing Techniques
Welcome to another 10-Minute Monday! Today, we’re diving into “3 Craving-Crushing Techniques.” I’ll share practical strategies to help you manage and overcome alcohol ...
Alcohol Health Monitoring for Women w/ Katie Garry
Welcome to today's episode titled "Alcohol Health Monitoring for Women." I'm excited to have Katie Garry, founder of Seek, joining us. Seek is revolutionizing how wome...
10-Minute Mondays: Mental Resilience for Cutting Back on Alcohol
Welcome to another 10-Minute Monday! Today, we’re tackling “Mental Resilience for Cutting Back on Alcohol.” We’ll explore how building mental resilience can transform ...
Chat with a Therapist: Talking to Kids About Alcohol w/ Merrilee Burke, LMFT
In this 30-minute discussion, therapist Merrilee Burke shares effective strategies for discussing alcohol with children coming of age. If you enjoy this episode, pleas...
10-Minute Mondays: One Shocking Perk of Cutting Back on Alcohol - w/ Mike Hardenbrook
Introducing a new format we're excited to try: 10-Minute Mondays! In this brief, 10-minute episode, we'll dive into a compelling topic to kickstart your week. If you e...
7 Factors That Sabotage Your Efforts to Drink Less
In this episode, we'll cover the hidden factors that may be undermining your efforts to cut back on drinking. Drawing from my research and writing for "No Willpower Re...
Epic Nights, Early Mornings: The Art of Mindful Drinking w/ Camille Vidal
In this episode, we welcome Camille Vidal, founder of La Maison Wellness, to explore the world of mindful drinking. Camille shares her journey from a globally recogniz...
Staying Social with Sunnyside w/ Susan Tenby
Susan Tenby an outgoing Sunnyside customer who has found a way to maintain her social life while being mindful about her drinking. In this episode, we'll dive into Sus...
Myth-Busting: Top 5 Myths about Alcohol Moderation w/ Mike Hardenbrook
Drawing from my own experiences and insights from my book, we’ll debunk common myths such as "Questioning My Drinking Means I Have a Problem" and "Cutting Back Requir...
