This week on No More Booze, I’m chatting with my beautiful pal Joanne McCarthy-Colbert @jomccointeriors about what it looks like to quit drinking without a rock bottom and how finding the words grey area drinker was the switch that finally changed it all. Joanne shares her story of starting young, having no off switch and the years of trying to figure out where she fit (not dependant on alcohol but not able to moderate either). We talk fertility treatment, motherhood, anxiety, identity, perimenopause brain fog and why alcohol just stopped matching her values. We also chat about dopamine swaps, manifestation and the power of being fully present even in grief.

Joanne is an interior designer, entrepreneur and creative visionary based in Ireland. Known for blending practical design with soul and intention, she helps clients transform their spaces into homes that truly reflect who they are. One year alcohol-free, Joanne also speaks openly about personal growth, discipline and building a life and business with clarity, focus and purpose. Enjoy!

Find Joanne on Instagram: @jomccointeriors

To find out more about me, my work as an Alcohol-Free Coach & Mentor visit www.greyareadrinker.ie or find me on instagram @greyareadrinker

This week on No More Booze, I'm joined by fellow podcaster Brenda Dennehy, to talk about addiction, recovery and what it really takes to rebuild a life.

Brenda is the host of The Comeback with Brenda Dennehy and the Brenda and Alan podcast. She is a former BBC, ITV, and Sky News television producer, as well as an experienced radio producer. Originally from Ballydesmond on the Cork–Kerry border, Brenda is over six years in recovery from prescription medication addiction and alcohol, and her lived experience is at the heart of her work. Through her weekly podcast, The Comeback, Brenda shares powerful stories of resilience, recovery, and rebuilding life after setbacks, creating a space where guests and listeners feel seen, heard, and understood. Her work focuses on mental health, personal growth, and reminding people that no matter how far you fall, a comeback is always possible.

In this episode, we chat ADHD, anxiety, shame, community, and how Brenda learned to live loud and proud in this phase of her life, becoming her own best friend along the way. Enjoy!

Find Brenda on Instagram @brendasbits @thecomebackwithbrenda
To find out more about me, my work as an Alcohol-Free Coach & Mentor visit
www.greyareadrinker.ie
Or find me on instagram @greyareadrinker

This week on No More Booze, I’m joined by the dynamic duo, Sandra Healy and Sarah Mills, co-founders of the TABB platform, dedicated to helping women take a break from booze. We talk about their personal journeys with alcohol, touching on the good, the bad and the moments of realisation that led them to an alcohol-free life.

Sandra shares her experience as a mother navigating her relationship with wine, while Sarah recounts how she transformed her drinking habits after seeking clarity during tough times. Together, they shed light on the challenges women face when re-evaluating their drinking, the power of community and the liberation found in sobriety. Discover how their platform, TABB, is providing a safe space for women to share their stories and support one another on the journey to sobriety. Enjoy!

For more information visit: https://tabbforwomen.com

Sandra Healy is the co-founder of TABB and has been alcohol-free since February 2023. After years of questioning her drinking and several attempts to quit, finding the right support and community changed everything.

With almost 30 years’ experience as a nurse and now training as a recovery coach, Sandra brings deep compassion, care and understanding to her work. Originally from Ireland and now living in Barcelona, she’s passionate about helping women do the inner work, reconnect with themselves and experience the freedom and joy of an alcohol-free life.

Sarah Mills is the co-founder of TABB for Women and a Recovery Coach Professional, based in Manchester where she lives with her dogs & family. A former teacher, she’s passionate about learning, personal growth, and building a supportive community where women can feel safe, seen and empowered. When she’s not working on TABB, you’ll find her walking her dogs, jogging or line dancing… enthusiastically (despite 2½ years of practice, she suggests she should be a lot better by now!).