Reframeable Podcast

What does it actually take to change a belief you've held for years — that you need alcohol to unwind, to sleep, to survive a hard day? In this episode, Coach Kevin and Coach Frank sit down with Ray Carroll, a four-year Reframe community member, to explore what happens when education alone isn't enough and why the missing ingredient for so many people is simply asking for help.

They dig into the long game of recovery &...

Join Coach Kevin and Coach Eric as they sit down with Nadine — a librarian, mom of two, and Reframer with almost two and a half years alcohol-free — as she opens up about the double life she thought only she was living: the master's degree, the great job, the happy family on the outside, and the nightly blackouts no one knew about. Nadine doesn't sugarcoat it, and what comes through is a story about isolation, surrender...

Join Coach Kevin and Coach Frank Spinelli — physician, trauma-informed coach, and Reframer — as Frank opens up about the journey that brought him to Reframe: a childhood trauma buried for decades, a pandemic that unraveled the life he'd carefully rebuilt, and the moment he woke up in his basement not remembering how he'd gotten there. Frank doesn't hold back and what comes through is a story about shame, denial, and wha...

Join Coach Kevin and Coach Eric Fischer as they sit down with Gina Welch — a  nurse practitioner with 26 years in healthcare, a Reframer (three years alcohol-free) — to talk about identity, escape, and the long work of becoming someone new.

They dig into why heavy drinking is rarely about the drink (it's about what the drink lets you not feel), how working in an ER through COVID turned an already-heavy habit into so...

Join Coach Kevin and Eric Fischer as they sit down to talk about identity, addiction, and the slow work of becoming someone new.

They dig into why alcohol isn't usually the problem (it's the solution to one), how chronic pain, professional setbacks, and family stress can quietly fuel a drinking problem, and why so many high-achievers don't recognize addiction until it has them by the throat. You'll hear about the late-in-life ADHD d...

Join Coach Kevin and Frank as they sit down with longtime Reframer Max Miller — four and a half years sober, husband, father, and sales professional  to talk about the Sunday morning he decided to stop drinking and the life that followed.

They dig into why alcohol isn't usually the problem (it's the solution to one), the science behind why recovery isn't a moral failing, and how shame, isolation, and the "I should be able...

Join Kevin with new co-hosts Frank Spinelli and Eric Fischer as they kick off a new chapter of the Reframeable Podcast. In this episode, they share their personal journeys and dive into the realities of behavior change, alcohol, and identity.

They explore common misconceptions around addiction, why so many people struggle silently, and how shame and labels can keep us stuck. The conversation highlights the power of community, vulner...

In this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons engage in a powerful conversation with Kortney Olson, an international bodybuilding competitor and advocate for women's empowerment. They discuss Kortney's journey from struggling with body image and addiction to finding strength in recovery and empowering others. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, balance in life, and the ne...

Join us in this inspiring episode as we delve into the journey of Grant Caunter, the founder of State of Play Brewing, New Zealand's pioneering zero-alcohol brewery. From his early days at Heineken to becoming a 'beerpreneur,' Grant shares his transformative story of personal growth and innovation in the competitive world of non-alcoholic beverages. Discover how Grant's passion for quality and authenticity has propelled State of Pl...

Join Emma and Kevin in this special "Ask Us Anything" episode where they tackle your burning questions about navigating life without alcohol. From dealing with cravings and social situations to maintaining relationships and setting realistic goals, they cover it all with humor and honesty. Whether you're curious about the journey to sobriety or mindful moderation, or looking for practical tips, this episode is packed with insights ...

In this episode, Kevin and Emma embark on a tangent-filled quest to discuss the challenges and strategies for navigating social situations during Dry/Damp July (or anytime of the year). They share personal anecdotes and insights while exploring the importance of preparation, understanding personal motivations for reducing alcohol consumption, dealing with peer pressure, and emphasizing the significance of having exit strategies, ac...

In this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons engage in a heartfelt conversation with Jen Hirst, founder of Lighthouse Sobriety. Jen shares her transformative journey from alcohol dependency to empowerment, emphasizing the importance of community, self-discovery, and redefining fun in sobriety as well as emotional regulation, and the importance of daily habits. She discusses various tools and tech...

In this conversation, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons dive deep with Kari Nautique as she shares her transformative journey from alcohol to empowerment, highlighting the importance of community support, purpose, and service in recovery. She discusses the impact of alcohol on her life and relationships, her experiences swimming with sharks as a metaphor for facing fears, and the lessons learned in sobriety. The discussion is fi...

In this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons engage in a deep conversation with Rosamund Dean, author of 'Mindful Drinking' and 'Reconstruction'. They explore Rosamund's personal journey with alcohol, particularly in the context of motherhood and her experience with breast cancer. The discussion highlights the societal pressures surrounding alcohol consumption and the tools available for those lo...

In this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, Meredith Brierly shares her inspiring journey from a corporate advertising executive to a sober health coach. With 13 years of sobriety, she discusses the challenges and triumphs of her recovery journey, the importance of community support, and how she navigates sobriety as a parent. The conversation emphasizes that sobriety is not just about abstaining from alcohol but about embracing a ...

In this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, hosts Kevin Bellack and Emma Simmons are joined by Megan Wilcox, founder of the Sobah Sistahs Empowerment Club. They discuss the journey of sobriety, the importance of community support, and the transformative power of embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle. Megan shares her personal story of recovery, the challenges she faced, and how she turned her life around through online support groups...

In this episode of The Reframeable Podcast, Emma Simmons sits down with Hilary Carver for a deeply honest and empowering conversation about wellness, mindfulness, and the evolving relationship many women have with alcohol. Hilary shares her personal transformation—navigating post-surgery recovery, fitness setbacks, and the mental health impacts of alcohol.

Together, they explore what it means to find balance across life’...

In this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, host Kevin Bellack speaks with Kat Rhadans, a mother of five and addiction recovery advocate. Kat shares her personal journey of struggling with alcohol addiction, the impact it had on her family, her path to sobriety, and the stigma surrounding female alcoholics. Her initiative 'No Wine in the Carpool Line' takes aim at changing the narrative around motherhood and addiction where she emp...

In this episode of the Reframeable Podcast, Kevin Bellack and Jerry Henderson explore the gap between how we present ourselves to the world and how we feel internally, emphasizing the importance of self-love and understanding shame. Jerry shares his personal story of overcoming addiction and the transformative power of radical self-acceptance. The conversation delves into practical strategies for addressing shame, creating space fo...