Soberland: Recent Episodes
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Sober Comedian Lindsay Cowan talks with friends about their sobriety and all things mental health in the hilariously honest podcast Soberland.
Marla Sablyak shares how her struggle with PMDD and depression led to her decision to try antidepressants. She also gives an honest perspective of motherhood and how that has impacted her mental health. TW: this episode does discusses self harm/suicidal ideation.
Evan Haskins joins the podcast to share his story of how he left a career in the craft beer industry for a new life of sobriety. He shares the details of what led to this decision and the support he found in rehab and AA to help.
Lindsay’s good friend, Christina Bowers, joins the podcast to share how her drinking impacted her mental health which led to some short-term breaks and travel adventures which all ultimately led to her decision to get sober.
Matt Farmer and Lindsay reflect back on their days of partying together in Ybor. Matt shares the details about what led to his decision to get sober and how his most empowering tool in sobriety has been his ability to build a relationship with himself and find strength in being alone.
Soberland is back and better than ever after a quick 17 month break but who’s counting. Lindsay and Erik share what they have been up to during this time including how they maintained their sobriety throughout the pandemic and what led them to their current cross country adventure.
Lindsay's new friend, Duncan, joins the podcast to share his story of almost 11 years of sobriety. He shares about what led him to this change and how his relationship with sobriety has evolved over the years.
Brandon Shaw (aka Shawzy) and Lindsay reminisce on their college days partying together at BBQ Bar, compare their careers in corporate chain restaurants and share their very similar experiences in struggling with alcohol and getting sober.
Soberland is back baybeeee! Lindsay gives a life update on the last few months and her older sister, Kristin McCool, joins the pod as this week's guest. Kristin shares what it was like growing up with a father who was an addict (Kristin and Lindsay actually have different dads, same mom) and how that has impacted her relationships, view of herself and life overall.
Friend and Musician Jennifer Clavin (Bleached, Mika Miko) shares her story about her sobriety and how her experience performing, writing music and living life has changed since making the decision to get sober. We also meet her adorable dog son, Benny, who discovers something in my house.
Lindsay's friend Erik shares how his addiction progressed from alcohol to drugs, eventually leading to his heroin addiction. He shares how he finally kicked (literally) the drugs and is living a clean and sober life.
Sara Matthews visits Lindsay from the east coast and shares how she has learned to prioritize her mental health. They also gush over their obsession with their pups and how dogs are truly the greatest thing to ever exist.
HELL YEAH. Lindsay celebrates one full year without alcohol with BFF Gabbie as the guest. She gives an honest overview of where her head is at with this huge milestone and what her plans are for the future.
Comedian Justin James and Lindsay catch up for the first time since Justin's return from his seven month stay in Colorado. Justin also shares his past of growing up with parents who were both addicts and the different paths each took. Lindsay keeps hearing about Brene Brown and finally sits down to learn about her.
Katharine shares her sobriety story. The two also discuss their struggles with panic attacks and how they are learning to deal without self medicating with drugs and alcohol.
BFF Gabbie is back on the podcast to talk about relationships. The two recap Lindsay's past with dating vs how she handles dating in sobriety. Warning: Heavy Vanderpump Rules discussion on this episode.
Lindsay's Dad, Tom Cowan, opens up about his past with drinking for the first time. They also recap memories of their relationship, Lindsay's past drinking and similarities in their relationships with alcohol.
Comedian Nick Pupo joins Lindsay to share his story with sobriety. They talk about Nick's past drug use, depression, NY vs LA AA meetings and some positive new stories that move Lindsay to tears (but not the kind you'd expect).
Lindsay shares her first ever astrology reading done by the intuitive Kitty Hatcher. These readings help identify your personality traits, strengths, weaknesses, relationship habits, future events and more by looking at how the moon, sun and planets were aligned during your birth. It helps to differentiate who you really are vs how you were programmed to be.
Amy Mason is a successful Communications Executive, currently serving as the SVP of Communications and Insights for the same company that Lindsay works for. Amy shares her story of finding success both personally and professionally and her relationship with mental health throughout her life.
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Meet Lindsay's Sponsor and friend, Jill. She shares her story of past addiction, coming into sobriety and her life changing experience in AA.
Comedian and friend Rachele Friedland joins the podcast to talk about dealing with past trauma and how she is learning to heal from it. The two also review cauliflower pretzels, discuss the vibrator fairy lurking in Rachele's home and their membership in an online Vanderpump Rules group.
Lindsay and BFF Gabbie talk about the importance of getting honest with yourself and what it means to have a relationship with yourself. Lindsay also talks about her new experience in AA.
Lindsay is joined by comedian and friend Jason King to talk about their relationships with DEPRESSION. They share their experiences with antidepressants and ways that they have learned to improve their mood.
Lindsay and guest Christine Hauer discuss their very similar experiences of going from ultimate party girls to mocktails, what lead to sobriety and how their lives have become so much bigger since giving up their vice.
BFF Gabbie is back! Lindsay shares why she has decided to do a month long detox from social media and dating. The two also talk about balance/boundaries, their expertise in creating the perfect froyo experience and the gift that is Lindsay Lohan's new reality show.
Lindsay and Caroline recap their friendship of almost 30 years and how the cinematic masterpiece "The Babysitters Club" had a major influence on their lives.
Lindsay and Amanda Tostado talk about letting go of their body insecurities and embracing the trifecta of self worth, self love and self image.
Comedian Jono Zalay and Lindsay met on a dating app over a year ago and are still friends. They now come together to talk about their experiences on and off dating apps, what they look for and the deal breakers.
Tattoo artist and intuitive reader Amelia Rose and Lindsay talk about self care and the LA healing community.
Nicole Levy and Lindsay discuss the different types of anxiety that they face and how they are learning to overcome them.
Shane Stern and Lindsay chat about her new experience in the world of psychiatry and prescription meds. Shane shares his experience growing up with a father who was an addict and how that has impacted him as a new parent.
First Episode! Lindsay shares her story about how she got sober with bff Gabbie Papazov.