https://www.spreaker.com/episode/maestro-george-marriner-maull--63287911 George 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 Naxos label leading the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra. Founder and Artistic Director of The Discovery … Continue reading The Bubble Hour S8E24 Maestro George Marriner Maull
The Bubble Hour S8E23 Lucy Hall
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/guest-lucy-hall--63287890 Her 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 with children. She desired to help bridge the gap … Continue reading The Bubble Hour S8E23 Lucy Hall
The Bubble Hour E8E22 Amanda Eyre Ward and Jardine Libaire
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-sober-lush-authors-amanda-eyre-ward-and-jardine-libaire--63287893 The 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 and reflections on how life's beauty and decadence can be heightened by sobriety. Affiliate … Continue reading The Bubble Hour E8E22 Amanda Eyre Ward and Jardine Libaire
S8E21 The Bubble Hour: Margaret’s Celebration
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/margaret-s-celebration--63287907 Margaret 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 passionate about and allowing her own wishes to fade … Continue reading S8E21 The Bubble Hour: Margaret’s Celebration
The Bubble Hour S8 E20 Lynn Matti
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lynn-matti-of-sobersoul-recovery--63287934 (This post includes Amazon Affiliate links) Lynn 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 Self Confidence. Learn more about Lynn at www.sobersoulrecovery.net and … Continue reading The Bubble Hour S8 E20 Lynn Matti
The Bubble Hour S8E19 Kara’s Story
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/kara-s-story--63287895 Kara 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. After she was married and became a mother, she … Continue reading The Bubble Hour S8E19 Kara’s Story
The Bubble Hour S8E18 Audrey’s Story
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/audrey-s-story--63287908 (This post includes Amazon affiliate links) 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: Drinking a Love Story by Caroline Knapp This Naked Mind: Control Alcohol, Find Freedom, Discover … Continue reading The Bubble Hour S8E18 Audrey’s Story
The Bubble Hour S8E17 Jill’s Story
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jill-s-story--63287894 (This post includes Amazon affiliate links) Jill 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 aftermath of that day impacted her family. … Continue reading The Bubble Hour S8E17 Jill’s Story