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Diabetes Care "On Air"The art of Diabetes Care, Geremia Bolli on the modern role of basal insulin in advancing T2D therapy, Michael Bowen on the derivation and validation of D-RISK, and more! Welcome to episode no. 32 (May 2025) of Diabetes Care “On Air”—a new and different way to bring the research published in Diabetes Care to life. Join co-hosts Alice Cheng, MD, FRCPC, and Michael Rickels, MD, MS, as they discuss the latest and greatest content in the May 2025 issue of Diabetes Care! and beyond. 2:30 Alice is joined by John Buse, MD, PhD, endocrinologist and Director of the Diabetes Care Center at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill (UNC), and Mary Beth Cassely, MSPH, Director of the Innovation Program team at UNC. Husband and wife, they’re also the photo...2025-05-011h 06
85 Percent: A Wanderful PodcastRedefining Solo Female Travel with Kim Callender and Arabella Bowen of SoloTrvlrWelcome back women travelers, solo travelers, travel hobbyist and travel influencers!! In this episode, I speak with Kim Callender and Arabella Bowen, the co-founders of **SoloTrvlr**, a travel app designed to empower women by providing trusted, local advice for solo adventures. With backgrounds in tech and travel, they bring a wealth of experience to the platform. Arabella, formerly a leader at Fodor’s Travel and AFAR, was inspired by her transformative solo journey through Southeast Asia. Kim, who previously worked at Google, founded SoloTrvlr to address the gap in solutions for solo women travelers. Together, they aim to...2024-10-1635 min
AI in Education PodcastHappy 5th Anniversary to AI in EducationUnbelievably, it's our 5th Anniversary (AI-nniversary?) and to mark the milestone of an AI podcast that's had more pivots than a robot's legs, and more chat than a chatbot, we've pulled together some of the top episodes from the 108 episodes of the podcast so far, and got the band back together (regretfully, we were unable to persuade Beth Worral, who co-hosted in 2022-2023, to come back for our party podcast - she'd reached escape velocity), so you'll hear Dan, Ray and Lee reminiscing like old men in a shed. Great Guests & Top Episodes Our very...2024-09-2633 min
Steel Magnolias PodcastVisit Charleston, SC - Our 250th Episode!***If you’d like to support efforts for the horrific damage Hurricane Helene cause in the Southeast, we are recommending any of the organizations below***Hope Force International: https://www.hopeforce.org/Samaritan’s Purse: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/Morgan Wallen Foundation: http://bit.ly/HELPAfterHelene250 episodes is pretty epic, so today we are covering one of our favorite cities! Whether you were a history buff, foodie an architecture lover or a beach bum, Charleston, South Carolina is sure to keep you intrigued. Join us at the table to hear...2024-09-2440 min
The Geena The Latina ShowInspiring Journey with Artist Beth Bowen | From Food Stamps to the Louvre!Don't miss this latest episode of "The Geena the Latina Show" where we sit down with the remarkable Beth Bowen, a self-taught artist whose work has graced the walls of the prestigious Louvre! 🖼️Join us on a journey of self-discovery and resilience as Beth shares her inspiring story of overcoming challenges and turning struggle into art. From facing dilemmas in the entertainment industry to relying on food stamps, Beth's determination and creativity shine through, proving that obstacles can fuel incredible achievements.In this episode, Geena The Latina and Beth delve into the captivating world of showb...2024-05-0951 min
High Performer Podcast with Taylor Thompson064 — Alcohol & Sober Curiosity with Beth BowenThis topic has been all the buzz on the internet lately as well as in my own life. I promised myself that after I turned 30 I would no longer waste precious days recovering from preventable hangovers on the couch. If you're indulging in alcohol for the social benefits or because you've become dependent, I encourage you to listen to this episode with an open mind. This can be an emotional topic as we've built up such a connection to alcohol over the years, so please be kind to yourself when listening.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LE...2023-12-1957 min
Mindset for runnersBeth Bowen - The 1st woman 50+ ever to finish Sri Chinmoy Triple Triathlon SoloBeth Bowen recently became the first woman over 50 to complete the Sri Chinmoy Triple Triathlon Solo - in Canberra.
This is 3 back to back off road triathlons totalling:
6.2 km swim
95km mountain bike
42 km run.
Listen to how Beth balanced working shift work as a Paramedic, raising a young family, and maintaining a high volume training load.
Beth is a 2 time Australian representative in off-road triathlon and Aquathon.
In this interview, we learn what drives Beth, the different way she se...2023-12-131h 25Mindset for runnersBeth Bowen - The 1st woman 50+ ever to finish Sri Chinmoy Triple Triathlon SoloBeth Bowen recently became the first woman over 50 to complete the Sri Chinmoy Triple Triathlon Solo - in Canberra.
This is 3 back to back off road triathlons totalling:
6.2 km swim
95km mountain bike
42 km run.
Listen to how Beth balanced working shift work as a Paramedic, raising a young family, and maintaining a high volume training load.
Beth is a 2 time Australian representative in off-road triathlon and Aquathon.
In this interview, we learn what drives Beth, the different way she se...2023-12-131h 25
The Rural Health VoiceRHV 108: Oral HealthWhat is a Dental Assistant and why is it a great healthcare career? Dr. Emily Bowen from the Mountain Empire Community College Dental Assistant Program joined me to discuss oral health.
Want to talk directly to members of Congress about rural health issues? Join VRHA in Washington, DC this February for the Rural Health Policy Institute. Event links are in the show notes.2023-12-0129 minAI in Education PodcastRegeneration: Human Centred Educational AI After 72 episodes, and six series, we've some exciting news. The AI in Education podcast is returning to its roots - with the original co-hosts Dan Bowen and Ray Fleming. Dan and Ray started this podcast over 4 years ago, and during that time Dan's always been here, rotating through co-hosts Ray, Beth and Lee, and now we're back to the original dynamic duo and a reset of the conversation. Without doubt, 2023 has been the year that AI hit the mainstream, so it's time to expand our thinking right out. Also, New Series Alert! We're starting Series 7...2023-11-0129 min
Legacy LeadersMaureen Falvey: Embracing Progress with Self-Compassion to Achieve Personal GrowthMaureen Falvey is a Leadership Coach and Consultant who works with high-potential individuals and teams who want to lead with greater purpose, influence and effectiveness. Her results-based approach to coaching ensures that she and her clients go beyond having ‘nice conversations’ to instead create real and lasting transformation around clearly established goals. She measures her own success by witnessing her clients become the very best version of themselves, at work and in life. Maureen had a dynamic and fulfilling 25-year career in advertising working at global shops such as McCann, Saatchi & Saatchi, Grey and, most recently, McGarry Bowen. She was...2023-10-2023 min
Sober StoriesOvercoming Opioids with Bachelorette alum, Hunter MontgomeryTitle: Overcoming Opioids with Bachelorette alum, Hunter Montgomery In this episode of Sober Stories, host Beth Bowen sits down with Hunter Montgomery for an honest conversation about his personal journey through opoid addiction and recovery. Starting with an innocuous prescription of Vicodin for a football injury during his university years, Hunter candidly shares how his dependency evolved, leading him down the paths of alcoholism and eventually harder substances like heroin. A heart-to-heart chat with his grandfather offers a glimpse into the generational perspectives on addiction, and Hunter introduces a relatable analogy, co...2023-08-2559 min
The 10 Minute Hope ShowBonus Digimummy Episode: An Invitation to Play with Shannon GrovesLet's talk about... how to turn 5 minutes of prep into hours of fun, (free!), interactive play for your kiddos, from babies up to teens.
About our guest: Shannon Groves is an early childhood teacher and a dear friend of mine. She's full of ideas, resources and encouragement for moms parenting children of all ages, and it was such a delight to have her join us this week! Find Shannon's blog "I've Got Pockets" at www.ivegotpockets.com
Resources mentioned in this episode:
A Street Cat named Bob by James Bowen
Grandpa's Slippers by Joy Watson
Thanks for joining us for T...2023-08-2234 min
Sober StoriesSober Girl Society's Millie Gooch: 30, Flirty, and SurvivingIn this episode of Sober Stories, host Beth Bowen welcomes Millie Gooch, founder of Sober Girl Society, for a deep conversation on the journey to sobriety and the importance of creating a supportive, non-judgemental community for those seeking an alcohol-free lifestyle. Millie, an alcohol-free advocate and accomplished author, shares her personal journey, reflecting on how her experiences getting sober as a young woman compelled her to create an online platform dedicated to providing resources and support for those interested in exploring an alcohol-free lifestyle. Beth and Millie discuss the way we can redefine socializing without alcohol, including “goi...2023-07-2156 min
Sober StoriesMore Than Sobriety with Meg Fee of @youdonthavetodrinkContent Warning: This episode includes discussions about eating disorders and cannabis use. If these topics might be triggering for you, please know we always support you skipping to the next episode. In this episode, Beth interviews Meg Fee, the voice behind the Instagram page @youdonthavetodrink. Meg shares her Sober Story, from her upbringing in an Irish-American family where drinking was normalized, to living in NYC as a young professional, to the intensity of the blackouts she would experience when drinking no matter how much she consumed. Meg opens up about the challenges she f...2023-07-071h 18
Sober StoriesAlcohol and the LGBTQIA+ Community, with Amy C. WillisTitle: Alcohol + the LGBTQIA+ Community, with Amy C. Willis In this episode, Sober Stories host, Beth Bowen, interviews Amy C. Willis, a highly respected sober coach known for her unique and holistic approach to sobriety. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Amy provided insight into the interwoven complexities of queerness, substance use, and the recovery process. Amy's candid reflections on her personal struggle with alcohol addiction and her transformative journey to sobriety provide a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the potential for change. Amy introduces us to the Emotional...2023-06-3059 min
Sober StoriesThe Sober Black Girls Club: Embracing Sobriety, Authenticity, and Joy with Khadi A. Oluwatoyin[Title]: The Sober Black Girls Club: Embracing Sobriety, Authenticity, and Joy with Khadi A. Oluwatoyin Khadi Oluwatoyin, a Nigerian-American, was born and raised in the heart of New York but is currently living in Tulsa Oklahoma, home of Black Wall Street and first settled by the Lochapoka Band of Creek Native American tribe. Khadi is an attorney, mental health and sobriety advocate, consultant, community builder, and social entrepreneur. Her work over the last few years has focused on increasing the wellness of Black girls, women, femmes, non-conforming folks, and queer folks of color. Khadi created...2023-06-2456 min
Sober StoriesDuality: Navigating Life's Contrasts with Bachelor Alum, Dr. Taylor NolanTitle: Duality: Navigating Life's Contrasts with Bachelor Alum, Dr. Taylor Nolan Dr. Taylor Nolan is a celebrated mental health advocate, therapist, and podcast host known for her compassionate and authentic approach to navigating complex emotional and psychological issues. With a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a doctorate in Human Sexuality, Taylor brings a unique perspective to her work, combining her expertise in mental health and sexuality to create a safe and inclusive space for her clients. Through her private practice, Counseling Ordinary Courage, Taylor offers therapy services and resources to individuals in W...2023-06-161h 13
CLEARHEADED ™ : the sober-care podcastComing Into Yourself with Beth BowenWe're back with another exciting episode of the CLEARHEADED podcast, and this time we have a very special recurring guest who is joining us again for Pride Month: the wonderful Beth Bowen! In this latest installment, our host Cait and Beth dive deep into an empowering conversation about how sobriety has opened doors to self-discovery, particularly in the realm of sexuality.Episode Highlights:Cait and Beth share their personal journeys and experiences with sobriety, discussing how it has transformed their lives and allowed them to explore different aspects of themselves.They delve into the intersection between...2023-06-1247 min
Music Art FilmBeth Bowen - ArtistBeth was born and raised in Fresno, California. Beth fell in love with painting at a young age. She remembers watching her grandmother paint gorgeous landscapes with oils. Beth moved to Southern California as soon as she graduated where she dove straight into various acting and modeling, opportunities in television, film, commercials, and print campaigns.2023-03-2022 min
Midlife at the MailboxSeason 2, Episode 17: From YouTube to the Louvre with International Abstract Artist, Beth Bowen“One year from the day I started, I had a piece at the Louvre as a modern art master,” shares Beth Bowen, international abstract artist. Beth was living a comfortable life until everything changed when her mother passed away in 2013. She realized that life was too short to continue letting fear hold her back from living and ended up filing for divorce. She didn’t have a career and was struggling financially, so therapy became too expensive. Not one to give up, Beth decided to use art as therapy instead and began teaching herself to paint from Youtube tutorials. In tod...2023-03-1058 min
AwareNow™: The Official Podcast for CausesBeth Bowen: Exclusive Interview: 'Your Canvas'An actor, a model, a mother and a painter, Beth Bowen’s life is a canvas with many shades and many layers. While she lives in Southern California, her work has lived around the world with her paintings exhibited at The Louvre in Paris, Vienna and this month in New York’s Times Square. With the one life she’s been given, she’s recreated it several times.
This exclusive interview is found in 'The Women Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: www.awarenowmagazine.com
Featuring: Beth Bowen
Interviewed by: Alli...2023-03-0829 minAI in Education PodcastChristmas, Infinite Monkeys and everythingWelcome to this week's episode of the podcast! We have a special guest – Ray Fleming, a podcast pioneer, educationalist, and improv master. Join Dan, Lee, Beth, and Ray as we discuss the events of 2022 and look forward to the future and the holidays. We have some interesting resources to share with you: ChatGPT: Optimizing Language Models for Dialogue (openai.com) DALL·E 2 (openai.com) Looking for some holiday reading recommendations? Check out these books: Broken: Social Systems and the Failing Them by Paul LeBlanc (https://www.amazon.com.au/Broken-Social-Systems-Failing-Them/dp/1637741766) Hack Your Bureaucracy: 10 Thi...2022-12-2153 min
AI in Education PodcastSustainability with Brett ShoemakerWelcome to the AI podcast! In this episode, Beth, Dan, and Lee are joined by the Microsoft ANZ Sustainability lead, Brett Shoemaker. This episode discusses all things sustainability. This podcast is produced by Microsoft Australia & New Zealand employees, Lee Hickin, Dan Bowen, and Beth Worrall. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are our own. Show links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettshoemaker/2022-12-1238 min
Rebuilding YOU: Empowered Healing For Divorced Women34. 3 Reasons Drinking Alcohol Is Keeping You Stuck with Coach Beth BowenIf there’s one major thing I would advise to anyone doing deep inner work or healing, it’s to ditch their consumption of alcohol during this time… or for good!
People drink for many reasons; to celebrate, to relax and socialize, and for others to forget. We often use alcohol as a coping mechanism to deal with stress and trauma, such as divorce or to numb out unwanted feelings.
Beth Bowen is a therapist, a sober coach, and the founder of Sober Stories, a multimedia platform dedicated to the power of storytelling in the sober s...2022-11-1741 min
Creating Ripples211 Alcohol: What is it & how it impacts you, Finding Your People & Building Resilience with Beth BowenBeth Bowen is a therapist, sober coach, podcast host of sober stories and all around badass human. Beth Is a wealth of knowledge on life, passion, sobriety, and shares her personal experience of post-partum depression, post-partum anxiety and sobriety. Her lifes work and passion is to make waves in the sober space and beyond.
Discussed on todays episode:
-Substance use & addition
-motherhood
-self awareness
-PPD & PPA
-alcohol as a coping mechanism
-Hip Sobriety with Holly Whitaker
-Alcohol free living
-sober curiousity2022-11-081h 09AI in Education PodcastHacking for good: ideas and tipsIn this espisode Beth, Lee and Dan look at the mechanics of a creating hackathons based on our experiences on various projects around ethical and hackign for good. From CSIRO projects to the Imagine Academy we we look at what makes them a success and share tips on what works well. 2022-11-0738 min
Illuminate GreatnessBeth Bowen: Illuminating CourageIn this episode, Jennifer interviews Beth Bowen, an incredible artist who took her art from YouTube to the Louvre. In just four years, she has showcased in every major art festival including Art Basel, and at the one-year anniversary of her career, Beth was asked to showcase at Carrousel du Louvre, Paris 2019 as a modern art master. A Mom of four in Southern California, this fearless woman has leveraged her courage and confidence to break down barriers and now she wants to help other women do the same. Beth shares her story and what’s next.
2022-10-2829 min
Sober Stories"She Did It Scared" with Jennie CanzoneriJennie Canzoneri joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to talk about self-compassion and gentle self-talk after we make mistakes. Jennie shares her experience drinking again after long-term abstinence, how she returned to her sobriety, and all of the thoughts and self-talk that came along the way. Beth and Jenny talk about having to re-learn how to cope in healthy ways, the power of community, and how our “why’s” can evolve over time. Jennie explains the bloodwork that “scared her awake,” and Beth and Jennie discuss the ripple effect of our choice to quit drinking. Jennie shares what her story woul...2022-10-1458 minSober Stories"Sans" with Netflix's Bling Empire Star Kevin KreiderKevin Kreider of Bling Empire joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss alcohol in Hollywood, how sobriety gives us everything we thought we’d get from alcohol and the importance of visibility of minority communities in recovery. Beth and Kevin talk about how his sobriety has been represented on the show, Bling Empire, and how that visibility encouraged him to create his own non-alcoholic beverage brand, Sans. Kevin gives a few behind-the-scenes looks at the Bling Empire production and cast, and Beth and Kevin discuss the beauty of long-term sobriety. Kevin shares what his story would be called: "Da...2022-10-0750 min
Small Business Big Money12. Honest Debt: A Conversation with Beth BowenFinancial Coach Gina Knox sits down with her client, Beth Bowen, to discuss her money story and how her journey has effected her self image, relationship, and personal growth. Learn more about 6 Figure Saver: https://ginaknox.co/6-figure-saver2022-10-0436 minAI in Education PodcastMastery and lifelong learning moving Beyond ATARIn this episode Beth, Dan and Lee and joined by Jan Owen AO. We discuss growing leadership from toads, skills and policy changes to drive future assessment. Digital Pulse 2022 (acs.org.au) “This podcast is produced by Microsoft Australia & New Zealand employees, Lee Hickin, Dan Bowen, and Beth Worrall. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are our own.”2022-10-0450 minSober Stories"Divine Guidance" with Inaya ZuwenaContent warning: In this episode, our guest discusses childhood abuse/neglect and suicidal ideation/attempt. Inaya Zuwena joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss how sobriety has helped her work through childhood trauma and PTSD, the “rock bottom” that prompted her to get sober, and how sobriety unlocked her queer identity as a bisexual woman. Beth and Inaya talk about how her sobriety has evolved away from the 12 Steps and labels like “alcoholic,” and Inaya tells the story of reconnecting with her partner, Tom, after she quit drinking. Inaya explains the power of community in her sob...2022-09-2356 min
Generation Dry: For the Sober & SoberishEMBRACING THE HOLIDAY SEASON & OUR SOBRIETY with Beth BowenThis week we had the pleasure to chat with our friend, Beth Bowen. Beth is a therapist, sober coach and podcast host of Sober Stories. In this episode we discuss seasonality and some of the challenges that may arise as we approach the holiday season. We identify potential triggers ( i.e. family, holiday parties, lack of structure) that can test one’s recovery and mental health and some strategies that can help us to manage these triggers. We talk about the importance of setting boundaries around the holidays, as well as how to pay attention to your “body battery” and hacks...2022-09-2045 minSober Stories"The Journey to Becoming Myself" with Yazmin SparkYaz Spark joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss the rapidly changing landscape in the non-alcoholic beverage space, diversity within the sober community, and how her own story motivated her to make zero-proof fun. Beth and Yaz talk about the shift in the way people are thinking about alcohol, how ditching booze dramatically impacted her anxiety, and how sometimes we lose friends along the way. Yaz shares what her story would be called: "The Journey to Becoming Myself." Yaz Spark runs a non-alcoholic cocktail bar service in the UK called Align Events, as seen o...2022-09-1646 minSober Stories"One for the Road" with David Wilson of @soberdaveDavid Wilson joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to share the story of how he went from being known by the nickname “Glugs” (at age 14) to “Sober Dave.” Beth and Dave talk about the way his childhood impacted his drinking career early on, how his mental health had become impacted by alcohol, and eventually, how he quit drinking in his 50s. Dave explains the power of completely ending a relationship with alcohol, and Beth and Dave discuss what a massive impact community has on one’s ability to remain sober. Dave shares what his story would be called: "One For the Ro...2022-09-0947 min
AI in Education PodcastDiversity and Making Internships work In this episode, Dan is joined by the amazing Emaan Gohar and Jannet Gohar, technical interns at Microsoft. We explore the pathways into tech and their learnings so far. Schools outreach programs | University of Technology Sydney (uts.edu.au) U@Uni Academy | University of Technology Sydney (uts.edu.au) Women in Engineering and IT Cooperative Scholarship | University of Technology Sydney (uts.edu.au) “This podcast is produced by Microsoft Australia & New Zealand employees, Lee Hickin, Dan Bowen, and Beth Worrall. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are our own.” 2022-09-0732 minSober Stories"It's Not an Astrological Transit" with author Michelle TeaContent warning: In this episode, we briefly discuss suicidal thoughts/thoughts of self-harm. Michelle Tea joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss coming of age in queer, punk culture of the 80's and 90's, the growing literary scene at that time, and how drugs and alcohol began taking a toll on her happiness. Michelle tells us what it has been like re-learning how to write, sober, and about how her sobriety has evolved over the years. Beth and Michelle talk astrology, psychedelic mushrooms, and knowing when you’re using substances to cope, or not. Mich...2022-09-0259 minSober StoriesA Conversation with AspenRidge Recovery's CEO, Shannon Van DemanAspenRidge CEO Shannon Van Deman joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss where the recovery field is getting it right, helping people overcome addiction, and where the recovery field still has work to do. Shannon shares her personal connection to the recovery space — her experience growing up in a family where multiple people experienced addiction, including her brother, who passed away in 2021. Shannon explains how her company, AspenRidge Recovery, is working to prevent addiction before it ever starts, and Beth and Shannon discuss early intervention, harm reduction, and how people do not need to hit “rock bottom” before gettin...2022-08-2636 minSober Stories"This is the Life That Alcohol Promised" with Nikita Mehta of @nikitakmehtaNikita Mehta joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss the agency and choice that we have to make considerable changes in our lives. Beth and Nikita talk about what made her last experience at a rehabilitation facility “stick,” her experience after leaving an unsatisfying marriage, and how yoga and mindfulness have been woven through every stage. Nikita explains the importance of incremental change, and Beth and Nikita discuss the power of choosing “one more day.” Nikita shares what her story would be called: "This is the Life That Alcohol Promised." Nikita Mehta is a writer, r...2022-08-1945 min
AI in Education PodcastSkills, Hiring and TechIn this episode Beth, Lee, and Dan are in the studio and talk about the skills and hiring trends that they see. Digital Pulse 2022 (acs.org.au) This podcast is produced by Microsoft Australia & New Zealand employees, Lee Hickin, Dan Bowen, and Beth Worrall. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are our own.2022-08-1841 minSober Stories"Soberish" with Kayla LyonsCONTENT WARNING: In this episode, Kayla discusses her experience with eating disorders. Kayla Lyons joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss what it means to be “soberish.” Beth and Kayla talk about her experience in active addiction to benzodiazepines and alcohol, how court-mandated rehab put her on the path to sobriety, and how that sobriety has evolved over the last 7 years of her recovery. Kayla explains the importance of harm reduction in the recovery field, and Beth and Kayla discuss the importance of inclusive spaces in the sober/sober-curious community. Kayla shares what her story w...2022-08-121h 04
Rebel RadioBeth Bowen: No fearBeth Bowen is an exciting new artist. Just a couple years into her career, her work has already been shown in the Louvre, Cannes Film Festival, and a growing list of galleries and collectors' homes. She's also a mom of four and a former reality TV actress.What stands out about Beth is her lack of fear, or maybe her unwillingness to let fear hold her back. "I have nothing to lose" seems to be her mantra, and it's working.Enjoy our interview and then hit up http://bethbowenart...2022-08-1045 minSober Stories"Welcome to the Jungle" with Bean GillCONTENT WARNING: In this episode, Bean shares her experiences with domestic violence and with suicidal ideation. Bean Gill joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss how a virus taking the use of her legs eventually led her on a path towards sobriety. Bean talks about how she used alcohol to cope with an abusive marriage, how she ultimately learned to connect with feelings and emotions without numbing them, and where she uncovered the courage and bravery to speak her truth. Bean shares her experience as a South Asian woman in the sober and disability c...2022-07-291h 07
The Art of BloomingS01 E09: Becoming Consciously Sober and Re-Connecting with Your Intuition with Beth Bowen from Sober StoriesJoin us this week as we talk to Beth Bowen, Sober Coach and founder of the Sober Stories community and podcast, to discuss all things living an alcohol-free life and the impact alcohol intake has on our intuition, life choices, and health.In this episode we discuss:Beth’s journey to her Sober lifestyleCopying mechanisms that keep us in patterns that no longer serve usMariah and Daniela’s experiences with alcohol/substances and how they’ve changed their relationship with itThe first steps to becoming Sober CuriousGuest Information:Guest Name: Beth BowenGuest...2022-07-271h 14Sober Stories"Until It Ran Into Me" with Lazarus LetcherLazarus Letcher joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss gender, identity, race, and their intersection with sobriety. Beth and Lazarus talk about how Laz used to use alcohol as a way to perform masculinity, Laz’s experience as a trans man before and after sobriety, and how powerful it is to see queer, sober elders in their community. Laz explains what the recovery industry is getting wrong about race, gender, and identity, and how they have found use of the 12-steps through communities led by and for queer folks. Beth and Laz discuss the idea of “outside issues,” and ho...2022-07-2257 min
CLEARHEADED ™ : the sober-care podcastThe Slow Burn with Beth BowenWe're back with a new format, a new aesthetic, and a new look with the same incredible insight into people's moments of clarity.
Today's guest is Beth Bowen. I was a guest on her podcast, Sober Stories, and we virtually chatted about her moments of clarity. This episode is incredibly insightful because Beth is a pro. She has dedicated her life to helping women understand the relationship with alcohol, how to make it better, and really honestly giving yourself grace when you're first trying.
In this episode, Beth talks...2022-07-1828 minSober Stories"Prioritizing Mental Health" with Brittany Kay of @heybrittkayBrittany Kay joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss how her sobriety has influenced her mental health journey, eventually leading her to pursue a graduate degree in counseling. Beth and Brittany talk about how her struggle with alcohol came after rehab for Adderall, what it was like finding sobriety in her 20s, and how her relationship with the 12-steps has evolved over time. Brittany shares stories of vacationing while sober, and explains the ripple effect she has seen since she began sharing her story more publicly. Brittany Kay started her journey to becoming alcohol-free se...2022-07-1533 min
AI in Education PodcastAzure in Space - Solutions, Skills and StarsIn this episode, Beth is in the studio and joined by Lynn McDonald, Microsoft Azure Space Lead, Asia Pacific. Shownotes: Azure Space achieves lift-off in Australia – Microsoft Australia News Centre Microsoft for Australian Space Startups | Microsoft Australia 2022-07-1348 minSober Stories"No Booze Babe" with Shea Gomez of @noboozebabesShea Gomez of @noboozebabes joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss living an alcohol-free life as a 20-something. Beth and Shea dig into what sober sex is like, and how intimacy when you’re fully present, is different than when you’re drinking. Beth and Shea talk about how sobriety has changed her career in musical theater, what it’s like on the dating apps as a sober person, and how sobriety can be just as glamorous and celebratory as drinking. Shea explains how her previous partner gave her the wake-up call to quit drinking, and how sobriety allowe...2022-07-0851 minSober Stories"Sober Curious" with Ruby WarringtonRuby Warrington joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to talk about the rapid evolution of the sober curious movement. Ruby shares the origin story of the term “sober curious,” and what it was like to begin to put words to a new way of conceptualizing ones’ relationship with alcohol. Beth and Ruby talk about how alcohol is portrayed in media, and how it actually separates us from others when we desperately want to connect. Ruby shares how her creative process as a writer has changed since she removed alcohol from her life, and Beth and Ruby discuss her upcoming book a...2022-07-0150 min
AI in Education PodcastSustainable ProcurementIn this episode, Beth and Lee talk to Microsoft's Dave Andrews, Procurement Lead, about the issues around sustainability in the area of supply chains and procurement. From responsible air travel to diversity and inclusion in suppliers, we cover a lot! Some useful links: Procurement | Microsoft Responsible Sourcing Recent article from Dave Andrews: From modern slavery to sustainability: A deep dive into responsible procurement – Microsoft Australia News Centre Diverse business communities that Microsoft Australia works with include: Supply Nation WEConnect International Social Traders GlobalSocial impact reporting and certifications: B Corp UN Global Compact 2022-06-3040 minSober Stories"Dry Humping" with Tawny Lara, the Sober SexpertContent warning: In this episode, Tawny briefly discusses the statistical prevalence of alcohol in cases of date rape. Tawny Lara joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss sex, sexuality, and relationships, without alcohol. Tawny talks about how her upbringing as the child of a rock star impacted her view of alcohol — her father was in the metal hair band Vicious Rumors, and she spent much of her youth in the music scene. Beth and Tawny talk about how alcohol is portrayed in movies and television, especially in relation to sex and relationships, and Tawny shar...2022-06-2447 minSober Stories"Woman, Adapting" with Victoria ToweryVictoria Towery joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss how sobriety allowed her to put the pieces together and embrace her queer identity as a bisexual woman. Victoria shares the story of the first time she tried to come out to a trusted teacher in 6th grade, and the trauma that kept her closeted for years to come. Beth and Victoria talk about how we can perform one identity while hiding another, and what happens when we are put on pedestals (or knocked off) and live in “perfectionism.” Victoria explains what “love addiction” is, and how codependency has changed...2022-06-1753 minSober Stories"There's Always Time for a Cocktail...Until There Isn't" with Edward Popil a.k.a Mrs. Kasha DavisEdward Popil, a.k.a. Mrs. Kasha Davis, joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss how alcohol and sobriety have impacted his career as a performer and Drag Queen. Ed shares how alcohol became a coping mechanism early in life, as he experienced the rejection of his family after coming out as gay. Beth and Ed talk about the joy of performing and creating, sober, and what his life has been like since his stint on RuPaul’s Drag Race, Season 7. Ed explains the evolution of Mrs. Kasha Davis, his 60’s housewife, Cul-de-sac Queen drag persona whose tagline was...2022-06-1052 min
AI in Education PodcastSustainabilityIn this episode, Beth, Dan, and Lee talk about the issues around sustainability in technology. From rare-earth metals to the human costs of technology we will examine the high-level points. 2022-06-0750 minSober Stories"I'm Just Here to Help" with Cait Madry of @clearheadedpodcastCait Madry joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss her experience getting sober in the middle of the Coronavirus pandemic. Cait shares what it was like falling in love with a woman for the first time, and how her relationship with her partner evolved as they both decided to go alcohol-free, together. Beth and Cait talk about the facade of alcohol in Hollywood, and how her sobriety has impacted her career. (Hint: her creativity and success are off the charts, now!) Cait explains “the shattering” — the moment where everything breaks and you can no longer go back. Beth and Ca...2022-06-0355 min
Sober Powered: The Neuroscience of Being SoberE102: Alcohol and Your Dysregulated Nervous System With Beth Bowen, LMSWGill welcomes Beth Bowen, LMSW to the show. This episode is your guide to understanding why we use alcohol to attempt to regulate our nervous system and calm us down. Alcohol is a quick fix that brings down intolerable emotions, but drinking to cope makes us even less tolerant of big emotions in the future.In this episode you’ll learn:
Beth’s experience working with veterans and in the emergency room as a social worker
The idea of “knowing better” better but not being able to change your drinking
The risk to licensure for a medical...2022-06-0351 minSober Stories"Against the Grain" - Sober Curious with Jordan GraingerCONTENT WARNING: In this episode of Sober Stories, our guest shares her experience of having suicidal thoughts while drinking or recovering from drinking. Jordan Grainger joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss her experience as a sober curious 23-year-old. Jordan shares why she decided to do a 100-day No Alcohol challenge, what she learned in that time, and how she looks at alcohol now that her challenge has come to an end. Beth and Jordan talk about how young people and Gen Z are thinking about alcohol, while they also struggle with the rise in...2022-05-2753 minSober Stories"The Secret to Life" with Blair Sharp of @sobrietyactivistBlair Sharp joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss her journey to becoming a non-drinker after a long history of sporadic binge drinking. Blair shares the story of her DUI (that wasn’t yet the push to quit drinking), how alcohol impacted her relationship with someone who doesn’t drink much, and eventually, the conversation with her partner that led her to quit drinking. Beth and Blair talk about how they each used alcohol to cure social anxiety, and how finding a blog post on Scary Mommy was her introduction to the idea of sobriety. Blair explains how “managi...2022-05-2051 minSober Stories"One Breath at a Time" with Mike GovoniContent warning: in this episode, we discuss suicidal ideation and the stories we've uncovered in recent years about the abuses of children by priests in the Catholic church. We also talk about psychedelics, which may not always be supportive for everyone's version of sobriety. As always, take what works and leave the rest. Mike Govoni joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss the four chapters of his life that led him to the person he is today: Mike talks about how the trauma of his childhood predisposed him to challenges with substances, and the s...2022-05-131h 06Sober Stories"Generational Curse Breakers" with Jenna DullulioJenna Dillulio joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss her experience as a child of an alcoholic, and the evolution of her relationship with her dad’s drinking. Jenna talks about how the word “alcoholic” feels good and supportive for her, and the story of the rock bottom that led her to go to therapy and quit drinking. Beth and Jenna talk about what it was like to be high performing, working in corporate America and running half marathons, all while struggling with Alcohol Use Disorder. Jenna explains how honesty and accountability with her family kept her sober, and Be...2022-05-0648 min
AI in Education PodcastGirl Geeks and Computer ScienceIn the third episode of this series, Beth and Dan interview Lizzie Fuller (Azure Solution Specialist, Microsoft), Matt Furse (Practice Development Manager, MIcrosoft) and talk Girls and Tech with Sarah Moran from Girl Geek Academy. Links: Women in Tech - Girl Geek Academy Microsoft Mondays – Geek Academy A.I. Series – Coding in Python, Javascript & 3D modelling - Girl Geek Academy2022-05-0439 min
AI in Education PodcastGirl Geeks and Computer ScienceIn the third episode of this series, Beth and Dan interview Lizzie Fuller, Matt Furse and talk Girls and teach with Sarah Moran from Girl Geek Academy. Links: Women in Tech - Girl Geek Academy Microsoft Mondays – Geek Academy A.I. Series – Coding in Python, Javascript & 3D modelling - Girl Geek Academy2022-05-0439 min
The Dental BoardroomThe Stories of Thriving Practice Owners: Dr. Beth BowenWe have Dr. Beth Bowen on this week's episode of the Associates on Fire Podcast. Beth has the unique experience of starting a dental practice from scratch, something we don't see as much of anymore. Beth gives us her first-hand account of what it took to build her dream practice one brick at a time. 2022-05-0253 minSober Stories"Sober Powered" with Gill Tietz of @sober.poweredCONTENT WARNING: In this episode, Gill shares her experience with suicidal thoughts before she got sober. She also notes challenges with weight. Gill Tietz joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss her path to sobriety after becoming a daily drinker in a short amount of time. Gill shares her experiences with negative self-talk and shame, and how her fear of potentially taking action on her suicidal ideation led her to quit drinking. Beth and Gill talk about her experimentation with moderation, and Gill shares how she approached all of her drinking as the scientist sh...2022-04-291h 01
Sun & Moon Sober Living Podcast#16: Heart-Centered Sobriety with Beth Bowen, Therapist, Sober Coach and Founder of Sober StoriesBeth is a therapist and sober coach living in Austin, TX with her husband and two boys. She has been sober from alcohol for 4.5 years, and now helps other women change their relationship with alcohol through group and 1:1 coaching. Beth also founded Sober Stories, a multimedia platform dedicated to the power of storytelling in the sober space. Sober Stories publishes new podcast episodes every Friday, featuring interviews of folks all across the sober spectrum.Beth is pursuing her 200 hour yoga teacher training, which we talk about in this episode and also enjoys reading, hiking with her family...2022-04-261h 09
Feel Your Best PodcastEp 17 Alcohol Freedom with Beth BowenI am so excited to welcome Beth Bowen to the podcast this week.Beth Bowen is a therapist by trade, now helping sober-curious and alcohol-free women through group and private coaching. Beth is also founder of Sober Stories, a multimedia platform dedicated to transformation through really great storytelling. With four years of sobriety from alcohol, Beth's mission is to broaden our understanding of Alcohol Use Disorder and end the women's health crisis that is alcohol use. She lives outside of Austin, TX, with her husband and two boys, and you can usually find her...2022-04-2532 minSober Stories"Finding Freedom" with Payal Desai of @payalforstylePayal Desai joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss the therapy appointment that changed her life, how sobriety has changed her experience in motherhood, and what it has been like navigating chapters of growth in marriage. Beth and Payal talk about the challenges of balancing parenthood + partying, and what it looks like now that she doesn’t drink. Payal explains how she found confidence through sobriety, instead of alcohol, and Beth and Payal discuss how pervasive “mommy wine culture” is in the world. Payal shares what her story would be called: "Finding Freedom." Payal Desai i...2022-04-2248 minSober Stories"A Pharmacist's Journey Into & Out of Hell" with Jeff Simone of @reactionrecoveryContent warning: In this episode, our guest briefly mentions suicidal thoughts experienced in early sobriety. Dr. Jeff Simone joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss his experience in recovery from “all things” specifically opioids and alcohol. Jeff shares his story of going through pharmacy school and his early career while in active addiction, and how he found sobriety after years of Opioid Use Disorder. Beth and Jeff talk about “desert days” — those early days (and months, or years) in sobriety when it all feels really terrible and we’re at high risk for return to substance us...2022-04-151h 02Sober Stories"Sober Yoga Girl" with Alex McRoberts of @themindfullifepracticeContent warning: we briefly discuss the suicidal thoughts our guest experienced in early sobriety. Alex McRoberts of @soberyogagirlpodcast and @themindfullifepractice joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss how she came to sobriety through yoga, the power of mindfulness in recovery, and how sobriety has impacted her mental health journey. Beth and Alex talk about how pervasive alcohol has become in the health and wellness spheres, and how Alex views yogic philosophy in relation to sobriety. Alex explains how sobriety helped her find purpose, and Beth and Alex discuss how a tarot reader changed the tr...2022-04-0850 minSober Stories"Enhance Your Discernment" with Tori Felder of @retiredpartygirlContent Warning: in this episode, we discuss Tori's slip, a.k.a. a relapse. Tori joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss entering sobriety in her early 20s, how we can glamorize sobriety, and the importance of finding a sober community to celebrate with. Beth and Tori talk about Tori's slip in the fall of 2021 and how she returned to sobriety from that experience. Tori explains falling in love and navigating a new relationship while sober, and Beth and Tori discuss the real side of sobriety. Tori shares what her story would be called: "E...2022-04-0144 min
AI in Education PodcastSpace Teams - the Astronaut building a STEM future for school childrenIn this episode, Dan, Beth, and Lee talk to Jackie from One Giant Leap and Dr. Greg Chamitoff who served as a NASA Astronaut for 15 years. Originally from Montreal, Canada, Dr. Greg Chamitoff served as a NASA Astronaut for 15 years, including two Shuttle Missions and a long-duration International Space Station Mission as part of Expeditions 17 and 18. He has lived and worked in Space for almost 200 days as a Flight Engineer, Science Officer, and Mission Specialist. His last mission was on the final flight of Space Shuttle Endeavour, during which he performed two spacewalks, the last of which...2022-04-0143 minSober Stories"Open Up, Don't Just 'Man Up'" with Kevin Bellack of @thesobergingerKevin Bellack joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss how therapy helped him get sober, the way vulnerability can lead to freedom, and how he left his corporate accounting job to work in the recovery space. Beth and Kevin talk about the pain of those late-night binge drinking session, and how so many people live quiet bottoms. Kevin explains how a Blue October lyric gave him a wake-up call, and Beth and Kevin discuss the terror of raising teenagers. Kevin shares what his story would be called: "Open Up, Don't Just 'Man Up'" Kevin B...2022-03-2552 minSober Stories"Like a Mother" with Jyoti Chand of @mamajotesJyoti Chand joins Sober Stories host, Beth Bowen, to discuss motherhood in sobriety, Jyoti’s experience as a sober South Asian woman, and the way alcohol impacted her mental health before she quit. Beth and Jyoti talk about drunk uncles in bounce-houses (no, really) and just how counter-culture it is to quit drinking in this drinking world. Jyoti explains how quitting alcohol has increased her creativity, and Beth and Jyoti discuss the impact of sobriety on spirituality. Jyoti shares what her story would be called: “Like a Mother,” a story about motherhood and sobriety. Jyoti Chand...2022-03-1850 minSober Stories"Sober Hits Different" with Sarah Pottieger of @shestayssoberSarah joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss the way sobriety intersects with her mental health experience, what it was like to plan a wedding and get married without alcohol, and how she found community with like-minded women. Beth and Sarah talk about the ripple effect of vulnerability and the changing narrative around mental health and substance use challenges. Sarah explains how following a hashtag led her to Sober Instagram, and Beth and Sarah discuss the power of sharing your story. Sarah shares what her story would be called if it were to be published: "Sober Hits Different." 2022-03-0259 minSober Stories"Feeling Feelings Like a Champ" with Christina GalbatoChristina joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss her path to sobriety after her alcohol slowly escalated in her mid-20’s, how she moved through the grief of a breakup alcohol-free, and what it was like running a multi-million dollar business in early sobriety. Beth and Christina talk about her lowest point in Mexico, and how that experience led her to therapy and eventually sobriety. Christina shares what it was like to open up about her struggles while living a very public life, and Beth and Christina discuss the power of vulnerability. Christina shares what her story would be...2022-03-0237 minSober Stories"Finding the Gray" with Amanda E. White of @therapyforwomenContent warning: Eating disorders and disordered eating Amanda joins Sober Stories host Beth Bowen to discuss how her eating disorder inadvertently led to her sobriety, the way her drinking had become like "Russian Roulette," and how her experience in the 12 Steps shapes her sobriety now. Beth and Amanda talk about her new book, "Not Drinking Tonight: A Guide to Creating A Sober Life You Love," and dig into the intricacies of how the clinical mental health field is missing the mark regarding Alcohol Use Disorder. Amanda explains a new concept, "disordered drinking," and Beth and A...2022-03-0242 min
AI in Education PodcastLife the Metaverse and everythingIn this podcast, Dan Bowen, Beth Worrall, and Lee Hickin talk about the Metaverse. They discuss what it may be and their personal thoughts on how it will be developed and used.2022-02-2340 min
The Fit Life With Jessica Podcast57 | Mommy Wine Culture, The Decision to Live AF, and Your Body Battery…with Beth BowenGrab your free smoothie making guide HERE.
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Decidedly Dry - Sobriety, Alcohol-Free Living, Quit Drinking, Sober CuriousReclaim Your Power and Build an Awesome Life Without Alcohol // Beth BowenIn this episode we have a fabulous guest, Beth Bowen. Beth is a sober coach that helps sober-curious and alcohol-free women not only reclaim their power, but also build kick-ass lives without booze. What I love about Beth is her passion and her amazing drive. She’s helping so many find freedom and best of all... joy. Ways to connect with Beth:Instagram: @bethbowen_ @wearesoberstoriesFree shame resilience workshop: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5ff4d01eeb66377bbe6c672bTo stay connect with Jess, you can follow her on IG...2022-01-1839 min
The Calm Christmas Podcast with Beth KemptonS2 Ep6: CALM (ease + joy)A lovely, relaxing episode to ease you into a place of restfulness this winter, including a beautiful meditation, some gorgeous winter poetry, and some tips for finding calm in the chaos. With inspiration from Hakuin, Brian Patton, Roger McGough, Mark Strand, the Royal Horticultural Society (@the_rhs), Joey Hulin (@joeyhulin_writer), Isobel Carlson, Donna Hay (@donna.hay), and Country Living (@countrylivinguk).Featured in this episode: Untitled poem by Hakuin from Three Zen Masters by John Stevens (Kodansha)Calm Christmas and a Happy New Year: A Little Book of Festive Joy by Beth Kempton (Piatkus)First Snow i...2021-12-0724 min