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 18: Sobriety Unveiled: Confronting Fear and Shame
Imagine sitting in a crowded restaurant, choking on a piece of food, but too mortified to ask for help. Sounds absurd, doesn't it? Yet, we often find ourselves in a similar choke-hold of shame and fear when it comes to confronting our unhealthy...
Ep 17: Introducing my NEW Podcast Title | The Catholic Sobriety Podcast
Welcome to a transformative new chapter of our podcast journey, aptly rebranded as "The Catholic Sobriety Podcast." It's more than a name change; it's widening the net. We are broadening our conversations to include not just women in recovery, ...
Ep16: Step Zero: Navigating the Stages of Change towards Alcohol Freedom with Denise Jelinek
Are you feeling stuck in your relationship with alcohol and wondering how to take the first step toward freedom? Join me as I chat with Food Freedom and Weight Loss Coach Denise Jelinek, who shares her incredible insights on "step zero" and pra...
Ep 15: Overcoming Anxiety with Self-Care and the Holy Spirit with Catholic Life Coach Christina Brown
In this episode, we delve into a topic that affects many women: using alcohol to cope with anxiety. Our guest today is certified Catholic Life Coach Christina BrownIn this interview, we focus on recognizing, managing, and allevia...
Ep 14: Is it really a problem? Exploring the 3 levels of Dependency w/ Denise Jelinek
Are you bothered by or worried about your drinking habits? Have you been wondering if it really is a problem - and how you would know if it were? Join us as we welcome back Coach Denise Jelinek from Turn to God, Not F...
Ep 13: Breaking the Cycle of Addiction: An Empowering Conversation with Candace Platter
In this episode, we have a very special guest joining us: Candace Plattor, a registered Clinical Counselor with years of experience in helping families and loved ones of individuals struggling with addiction.Candace, a former opi...
Ep 12: Breaking Free from Alcohol: A Fresh Take on Self-care
In this captivating episode, we delve into the world of self-care beyond alcohol, challenging the prevailing notion that a drink is the ultimate path to relaxation. Join me as we embark on a transformative journey to redefine self-care, allowin...
Ep 11: Demystifying Mental Health and Addiction w/ Dr. Stephan Neff
In this episode, I am grateful to have Dr. Stephan Neff as my guest. As an anaesthetist, bestselling author, and advocate for mental health and addiction, Stephan has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. He's also the host of ...
Ep 10: Catholics Fight Porn: A Story of Faith and Recovery with Steve O'Connor
In this episode, Steve O'Connor of Catholics Fight Porn, and I engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the devastating impact of addiction on our society. We tackle a problematic yet crucial topic that deserves greater attention if we ar...
Ep 9: The Power of Small Habits: Insights from Jessica Castillo
Are you looking for inspiration to take charge of your health and wellness? Do you want to hear from a Catholic health and wellness coach who has transformed the lives of many? Look no further than this episode of our podcast, featuring my frie...
Ep 8: Empowered to Follow: A Holy Spirit Workshop on Discipleship
I am sharing part of a half-day Holy Spirit Workshop that I am giving at a local Catholic parish. This is just the beginning of the workshop, which focuses on our call to be disciples - and our call to go and make disciples.I mention in...
Ep 7: My Journey Home Back to the Catholic Church
My spiritual journey is tightly intertwined with my recovery story. In this episode, I share how it all began, how I went astray, and how I made my way back home, and how it has influenced what I do now.I couldn't fit my en...
Ep 6: A Deep Dive into the World of Sobriety and Recovery
What are the main differences between sobriety and recovery?To live an alcohol-free lifestyle do you need to choose one?Can you have one without the other?Where does relapse fit into the picture?Millions of peopl...
Ep 5: From Binge Eating to Spiritual Healing: Denise Jelinek's Journey to Food Freedom
What happens when you are dual addicted?Is it even possible to work 2 programs at the same time?Can you ever truly live a life where you aren't ruled by food, alcohol, or others comforts?My guest Denise Jelinek and I dis...
Ep 4: Why I call myself a "Recovering Alcoholic" - but you don't have to.
Want to get sober or curious about a life without alcohol but don't want to be labeled? Does the label "alcoholic" prevent you from examining your relationship with alcohol?In this episode, I'll discuss why I call myself a recov...
Ep 3: Let's Begin Again: Resets Instead of Resolutions
The New Year is upon us, and everyone is talking about New Year's Resolutions. In this episode, I explain why I do NOT make resolutions and what I do instead.I'll discuss how it works for me and how it could work for you too!If ...
Ep 2: Tips and Tricks for Moderating Your Alcohol Intake During the Holidays
The holidays are known for being a time of overindulgence - but as Catholics, we know Advent is a time to fast from certain things, so we can prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. For some people, it's sugar ( ⬅️ME!) and for others it's ...
Ep:1 My Story: How I Broke Free From Alcohol
New to the podcast or want to learn a little more of my back story? This is the episode for you!In this episode, I share a little about myself, my struggle with alcohol addiction, and my road to recovery.My name is Christie Walk...
Trailer: Welcome to The Catholic Sobriety Podcast with Christie Walker
Welcome to The Catholic Sobriety Podcast, the go-to resource for Catholics seeking a deeper understanding of the role alcohol plays in their lives. I'm your host, Christie Walker, and I'm thrilled to embark on this transformative journey with y...