The Catholic Sobriety Podcast
Welcome to The Catholic Sobriety Podcast. I'm Christie Walker — Catholic sobriety coach, content creator, and woman who has lived alcohol free for nearly 30 years.
This podcast is for the Catholic woman who is disciplined, faithful, and quietly negotiating with a glass of wine every night. You don't think you're an alcoholic.
You're not sure there's even a "problem." But something in you knows this habit is costing you more than you're willing to admit — and that the gap between who you are in Christ and who you are at 9pm is getting harder to ignore.
We go deep here. Faith, neuroscience, identity, inner healing. Because what looks like a drinking habit is almost always something bigger — and God is usually in the middle of it, waiting.
Ready to find out who you are without it? Start listening.
Episodes
194 episodes
Ep 68: Faith, Addiction, and the Power of Community with Steve O'Connor
Steve O'Connor from Catholics Fight Porn is back again for a candid conversation on faith, addiction, and the power of community. We navigate the rugged terrain where personal struggles with addiction intersect with our pursuit of a spiritually...
EP 67: MINISODE 8 Signs It May Be Time to Take a Break from Alcohol
Have you been questioning your drinking habits lately? Wondering if alcohol is starting to take up more space in your life than you'd like, If you're nodding along then your in the right place. In this Minisode, we'll uncover...
EP 66: Unique and Unrepeatable: Theology of the Body and Alcohol Use with Lindsay Caron
Joining me for this episode is Lindsay Caron, founder of Theology of the Body (TOB) Parent School. We delve into Lindsay's personal journey, from her Catholic upbringing through her struggle with alcohol, to her creation of a program aimed at n...
EP65: Celebrating 27 Years Sober: Lessons on Faith, Gratitude, and Peace in Catholic Sobriety
Join me in celebrating a significant milestone - 27 years of sobriety. In this episode, we delve into the transformative lessons that have shaped my journey to clarity and fulfillment. We'll discuss the importance of gratitude, owning our choic...
EP 64: Beyond Perfection: Alcohol, Motherhood, Faith, and Authenticity with Paige Rien
Join former HGTV star Paige Rien and me on a candid journey of faith and sobriety. Paige shares her personal experiences, from skepticism to devout Catholic belief, and the crucial role AA and other 12-step recovery programs played in guiding h...
EP 63: MINISODE Catholicism and Sobriety: Why I Choose to Coach Within My Faith
Feeling lost in a battle against alcohol while grappling with not genuinely understanding my Catholic faith, I faced a reckoning that many women endure in silence. My transformation from that point of solitude to becoming a Catholic sobriety co...
EP 62: Exploring Alcohol and Women's Hormonal Health with Leah Brueggemann
Embark on a transformative journey to understand the delicate dance between alcohol and women's hormonal health with our guest, Leah Brueggemann, a functional diagnostic nutritional practitioner. Her personal journey from hormonal havoc to heal...
Ep 61: Connecting in Your Marriage without Alcohol with guests Jen and Logan Lirette
Embarking on a marital adventure often means embracing the unexpected, and Jen and Logan Lirette from Surprised by Marriage are a testament to this truth. In a candid conversation, they share how they navigated the bittersweet symphony of life ...
Ep 60: REVISITING Self-Care without the Booze
We are revisiting a popular episode from the past. I have a few new thoughts to share as well and hope that it will inspire you to look for healthier ways to care for yourself mind-body-and soul. Ever found yourself reaching for a ...
Ep 59: Becoming Mission Ready with Catholic Coach Jessica Castillo
Discover the transformative power of aligning body and soul with the insightful guidance of Catholic Life Coach Jessica Castillo. Our latest episode takes you on a Lenten journey via the Missio Parata Lenten Challenge, designed by Jessica to we...
EP 58: Exploring the Benefits and Pitfalls of Dry January
In this episode of the Catholic Sobriety podcast, we delve into the world of Dry January - a month-long challenge where individuals choose to abstain from alcohol. Join us as we explore the historical roots of Dry January, its evolution into a ...
EP 57: Decoding The Temperaments: Cultivating Virtue and Rooting Out Vice with Kylie Hein
Ever wondered why you react the way you do in certain situations or why understanding your husband can sometimes feel like deciphering an ancient language? Join me and my insightful guest, Kylie Hein, as we unravel the mysteries of temperaments...
Ep 56: MINISODE Why Your Efforts to Reduce or Eliminate Alcohol Are Not Sticking
Ever feel like your journey to sobriety is a solo trek up a mountain without a map? In our latest minisode, I'll unravel why those attempts at cutting back on alcohol might be fizzling out and offer practical, Spirit-filled strategies for a ste...
Ep 55: The Grief of Saying Goodbye (or Not Right Now) to Alcohol
Have you ever felt nostalgia for a past relationship, even one that wasn't right for you? That's the kind of unexpected grief we unpack as we talk about the emotional journey of reducing or abstaining from alcohol. With a blend of empat...
Ep 54: MINISODE How to Rock a Party Without Alcohol Even if you are an Introvert
Who says you have to have alcohol to make a party fun? Not me! After 26 years of sober New Year's celebrations, I can tell you that waking up hangover-free and ready to tackle the year ahead is the greatest gift I have given myself - and you ca...
Ep 53: The Power in Understanding Our Strengths with Catholic Coach Francine Roling
Discovering your CliftonStrengths™ might be the key to unlocking a life aligned with your true purpose. Join me and my guest, Francine Roling, a seasoned Catholic mindset and gut health coach, as we discuss the profound connection between our n...
Ep 52: When Friends and Family Don't Understand Your Decision to Reduce or Eliminate Your Alcohol Intake
Have you ever faced the puzzled looks of friends as you passed on a glass of wine? Our latest episode is a heartfelt exploration into the world of personal relationships and their evolution when you decide to put your well-being first by reduci...
EP 51: MINISODE The Power of No: Embracing Sobriety in Social Situations
Ever felt judged or misplaced because you said 'no' to that glass of wine or can of beer? Or perhaps you're the one throwing the party and want to make your sober friends feel included? Buckle up for an episode that provides useful and practica...
Ep 50: One Year Podcast Anniversary & The Exciting Launch of the Sacred Sobriety Lab!
Take part in the celebration as we walk through the one-year journey of the Catholic Sobriety Podcast and honor the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Listen to the five miraculous tales of Our Lady and the ripples they caused in history. In a war...
Ep 49: BONUS Navigating Events and Celebrations with a Party Protocol
Even in the midst of holiday cheer, it's possible to safeguard your sobriety or manage your drinking. By developing a "party protocol" you'll be able to navigate social events and parties without compromising your goals. This bonus epis...
Ep 48: MINISODE Gray Area Drinking? Tips and Strategies to Regain Control
Ever questioned your relationship with alcohol but haven't been able to categorize it in the conventional categories of alcoholism or sobriety? You're not alone; the gray area of alcohol consumption is a vast, less explored terrain teeming with...
Ep 47: Grow in Trust by becoming Meek and Humble with Catholic Life Coach Roxsan de Vera
Join me and my friend and Catholic Life Coach Roxsan de Vera, as we explore the power of meekness and humility. Roxsan shares her personal journey of overcoming busyness and boundary issues by striving to become meek and humble of heart inspire...
EP 46: MINISODE Learn How to Stop Making Snowballs and Start Cultivating PEARLS
Are you stuck in the unyielding cycle of regret associated with your drinking habits - and instead craving real change?? Today, I will talk to you about how you can stop making snowballs and instead, cultivate precious pearls to exp...
Ep45: Alcohol Misuse and Anxiety: A Catholic Perspective on Mental Health with Catherine DiNuzzo
Have you ever considered how our coping mechanisms can shape or misshape our lives? This episode welcomes licensed professional counselor Catherine DiNuzzo for a critical conversation circling the topic of alcohol misuse and mental health. Our ...
Ep 44: MINISODE Willpower is Useless: Instead Unlock the Power of Divine Determination
Are you yearning for more than fleeting moments of sobriety? What if you could discover a path toward sobriety that lasts and transforms your life? This episode unveils the concept of divine determination - a potent tool that transcends...