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Date created
2020/06/13
Latest episode
2026/10/15
Average duration
24 min.
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Helping high performers feel & perform better by reducing or quitting alcohol. Maybe you're considering quitting alcohol and going completely sober. Or maybe you wish to change your relationship with alcohol and stop drinking. Maybe you wish to do moderation. Whichever way you choose, this podcast will give you the process to succeed. Alcohol-Free Lifestyle is for high performers, including entrepreneurs, executives, investors, athletes, and top professionals.
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*Popular Episode* Become the Woman You Thought You'd Be By Now — James Swanwick
2026/10/15
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Why so many successful women quietly lose themselves to alcohol—and how to get their lives back.
You built the career. You raised the family. You became the woman everyone depends on. From the outside, your life looks successful. So why does alcohol still feel like the one area that's quietly slipping out of your control?
If you've ever looked in the mirror and thought, "This isn't who I wanted to become," this episode is for you. In this deeply personal episode, James Swanwick explores why so many accomplished women—business owners, executives, physicians, attorneys, and professionals—find themselves relying on alcohol to unwind after carrying the weight of everyone else's expectations. This isn't about shame. It's not about labels. And it's certainly not about willpower.
It's about understanding why your brain has learned to associate alcohol with relief, and how you can change that relationship without AA, rehab, or spending the rest of your life fighting cravings.
You'll discover:
• Why successful women are uniquely vulnerable to using alcohol as a way to cope with pressure and responsibility.
• The hidden emotional cost of becoming someone you no longer recognize.
• Why trying harder rarely works—and what does.
• How thousands of women have reclaimed their health, confidence, peace, and sense of self through a science-based approach.
Most importantly, you'll discover that the woman you thought you'd be by now isn't gone. She's still there. If you're ready to stop thinking about alcohol and start enjoying your life again, this episode will show you what's possible.
Want to speak to a real human being at AFL? Text Kai on our team at +1 361 321 7764 and he will respond and see how we can help. No AI automations here at AFL. Real humans ready to support you on your alcohol free journey.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
*Popular Episode* How We've Been Brainwashed by the Alcohol Industry — James Swanwick
2026/10/12
Bad news: you have been brainwashed into believing alcohol is fun and attractive. This conspiracy is robbing you of the zest and vitality you truly believe. James Swanwick reveals the two big lies alcohol companies sell you. If you're ready to live an alcohol-free lifestyle, go alcohol-free or sober, and stop drinking or quit alcohol, you must learn these lies.
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - (Free Guide) The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
*Popular Episode* How to Deal With Withdrawal Symptoms — James Swanwick
2026/10/08
You've stopped and you're feeling crappy. Is that normal? Or does it mean you're an alcoholic? Listen as James Swanwick outlines how to deal with withdrawal symptoms and any of the discomfort that may come your way because of your decision to stop drinking.
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - (Free Guide) The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
*Popular Episode* Here's What to Drink Instead of Alcohol (My Recommendations) — James Swanwick
2026/10/05
Is it boring not drinking? Or is it easy? Well, it can depend on what you drink instead. No alcohol? Easy! Listen to this list of delicious alcohol-free lifestyle drinks.
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - (Free Guide) The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
*Popular Episode* The Types of Drinkers (Which One Are You?) — James Swanwick
2026/10/01
You are not an alcoholic. But you can define the type of drinker you are. Listen in as James reveals the different drinker types and you can choose which you are. If you're ready to join the alcohol-free lifestyle, stop drinking, and get long-term power over alcohol, click on the links in the description and join our community.
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - (Free Guide) The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
*Popular Episode* The First 90 Days Are the Hardest. They Are Also the Days That Can Save Your Life — Victoria English
2026/09/28
If releasing alcohol were easy, all problem drinkers would do it. However, between the marketing, societal acceptance & the highly addictive nature of this drug, it can be quite challenging. The good news is that it doesn't need to be overwhelming. It can even be enjoyable. Coaching, accountability & community are the things alcohol tells you aren't needed. What if alcohol is lying (yet again)? Join Coach Victoria as she describes the science behind 90 days, and how it may unlock a lifetime of success.
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - (Free Guide) The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
*Popular Episode* The Transformative Power of Living Without Alcohol — James Swanwick & Switch4Good Podcast
2026/09/24
Podcast host James Swanwick is interviewed on the Switch4Good Podcast. As we navigate the nuances of wellness and health, James sheds light on the transformative power of living without alcohol. He shares personal anecdotes, the science behind the benefits, and the broader impact on one's mental, emotional, and physical well-being. This isn't just about abstaining from alcohol; it's about embracing a holistic approach to health, making informed choices, and truly understanding the ripple effect it has on all facets of life. Join us as we delve into this enlightening conversation and explore a movement that's reshaping perspectives worldwide.
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - (Free Guide) The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
*Popular Episode* 11 Ways To Stay Committed To Stopping Drinking - James Swanwick
2026/09/21
You know you want to stop. You're getting yourself emotionally ready. You begin. Then it feels really hard. How do you go the distance? James Swanwick reveals 11 ways to stay committed to stop drinking, quit alcohol and live the alcohol-free lifestyle.
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - (Free Guide) The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
Why 90 Days Can Change More Than Your Drinking - James Swanwick
2026/09/14
What if the reason you keep returning to alcohol isn't because you lack discipline - but because you haven't yet built a new way of living that lasts?
In this episode, James Swanwick explains the difference between simply stopping drinking and truly changing your relationship with alcohol.
You'll learn why white-knuckling and willpower often keep alcohol psychologically powerful, how a sustained alcohol-free period helps you challenge old beliefs and associations, and why every dinner, vacation, stressful day, celebration and social event becomes evidence that you can live—and enjoy life—without alcohol.
James also explores how 90 days can rebuild self-trust, strengthen relationships, improve energy and clarity, and begin shifting your identity from "someone trying not to drink" to someone who simply no longer needs alcohol.
The goal isn't deprivation.
It's freedom.
If you're ready to explore what 90 days could change for you, text INTERESTED to Kai on James's team at +1 361 321 7764.
Your Kids Are Watching: What Your Drinking Is Teaching Them - James Swanwick
2026/09/11
Your children don't only learn from what you tell them. They learn from what they watch you do.
In this episode, James Swanwick explores the connection between alcohol, family, trust and legacy.
What are your children learning when they see alcohol paired with stress, celebration, vacations or difficult emotions? And what could they learn instead if they watched you handle those moments differently?
James discusses how alcohol-related habits become learned associations, how trust in a marriage can quietly erode through broken promises, and why consistent behavior matters more than another promise to "cut back."
This episode is not about guilt. It's about becoming conscious of the example you're setting - and deciding what kind of legacy you want to create.
If this hits home for you or someone you love, text INTERESTED to Kai on James's team at +1 361 321 7764.
Why Willpower Was Never the Problem With Alcohol
2026/09/09
If you've stopped drinking before but struggled to make it stick, the problem may not be a lack of discipline.
In this episode, James Swanwick explains why willpower alone is often the wrong strategy for changing your relationship with alcohol. He explores the beliefs and associations that keep alcohol psychologically attractive, why high performers can still struggle despite being disciplined in every other area of life, and how to move from deprivation to genuine preference.
You'll learn why freedom is not about constantly resisting alcohol, but changing the way you see it so the internal argument begins to disappear.
James also shares a simple exercise to identify what alcohol is costing you - and what could become possible if you removed it.
If you're ready to explore getting support, text INTERESTED to Kai on James's team at +1 361 321 7764.
Transforming Limiting Beliefs: The 5 Primary Drivers - James Swanwick
2026/09/08
What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your circumstances — but the beliefs you've unconsciously built around them?
In this episode, James Swanwick explores the five primary drivers behind limiting beliefs and how they quietly influence your decisions, habits, relationships, confidence, and results.
You'll discover how beliefs are formed, why the same patterns can keep repeating even when you consciously want to change, and how to begin rewiring the way you think so you can respond differently.
James breaks down how to identify the stories that may no longer be serving you, challenge the assumptions you've accepted as truth, and deliberately create beliefs that support the person you want to become.
If you've ever thought, "That's just the way I am," this episode may help you question whether that's actually true.
Your challenge: Identify one limiting belief you've been carrying, write it down, and ask yourself: "Is this actually true — or is it simply a story I've repeated so many times that I now believe it?"
Then rewrite it into a belief that better serves the person you want to become — and take one action today that proves your new belief could be true.
Change the belief. Change the behavior. Change the outcome.
Struggling with alcohol? Take 10 seconds to text Kai now. It could prevent years of unnecessary struggle.
Text "Interested" to +1 361 321 7764 and Kai will respond.
Rewiring the Brain's Reward System: Recalibrating Dopamine, Circadian Rhythms, and Natural Joy With Coach Jason
2026/09/01
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When you step off the drinking path, your brain does not instantly return to baseline; it undergoes a profound physiological recalibration . In this episode, Coach Jason breaks down how unmanaged substance habits hijack the brain's "DOSE" neurochemistry, Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins and details the step-by-step process required to restore natural balance .
Discover why it typically takes 30 to 90 days for your reward system to normalize, how to identify and avoid sneaky dopamine substitutes like excess sugar and reactive social media, and how to relearn low-stimulation, child-like joy . Featuring comprehensive morning, midday, and evening daily structure protocols, this episode equips high performers with the exact biological and psychological tools needed to cultivate lasting clarity and unshakeable self-trust .
Want to speak to a real human being at AFL? Text Kai on our team at +1 361 321 7764 and he will respond and see how we can help. No AI automations here at AFL. Real humans ready to support you on your alcohol free journey.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
Installing the Non-Drinker Identity: Predictive Processing and the Identity Triangle With Coach Matt
2026/08/31
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What if staying clear-headed has less to do with willpower and more to do with who you believe you are and who you choose to become ? In this episode, Coach Matt explores the neurobiology of installing a new identity . He deconstructs why phrases like "I'm just taking a break" keep the old habit loop alive by creating a prediction error in the brain , and why choosing an aligned identity before the evidence exists removes internal friction around daily actions .
Discover how to use the Identity Triangle to link self-image directly to non-negotiable daily habits and strong beliefs . Learn how to navigate high-risk environments like airport lounges and business trips,using vivid visualization, state-changing breathwork, and clean boundary setting . This episode provides high achievers with a practical, evidence-based protocol to transition from active self-restraint to automatic alignment .
Want to speak to a real human being at AFL? Text Kai on our team at +1 361 321 7764 and he will respond and see how we can help. No AI automations here at AFL. Real humans ready to support you on your alcohol free journey.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
Identity Architecture: The Neurobiology of Self-Re-Creation and the Core Values Framework With Coach Matt
2026/08/28
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Stopping drinking removes a toxic substance, but it eventually forces high achievers to answer a deeper question: Who am I without it? In this episode, Coach Matt takes listeners through an experiential workshop designed to systematically dismantle old identity scripts and construct an authentic, clear-headed self-model.
Combining Heart Resonance Breathwork ($5\text{s}$ Inhale / $5\text{s}$ Exhale) with targeted visualization, Matt guides you through observing your past self, anchoring into present reality, and projecting a high-performance future version.
Discover how to deploy the Identity Triangle, define your non-negotiable core values, and anchor your day-to-day habits to build undeniable internal evidence for lasting change.
Want to speak to a real human being at AFL? Text Kai on our team at +1 361 321 7764 and he will respond and see how we can help. No AI automations here at AFL. Real humans ready to support you on your alcohol free journey.
Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast
★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90
★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule
★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
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KarenAnn1968 2026/04/06
Karen
Great podcast full of information for anyone interested in taking a break from alcohol or giving it up entirely.
Oaklanilo 2025/08/13
Ageist Guest WTH?
I am a doctor and I work with primary care doctors across the age spectrum. The idea that a doctor over 40 will not be open, up to date, able to trea...
Kracknp 2025/04/01
Great podcast but …
Very moths ting and insightful. I think people though don’t realize how they make themselves look unintelligent when they use the foul language in an ...
JBK94 2025/03/08
Great Podcast
I love listening to James Swanwick Podcast. I listen to it while I am at the gym or during my morning walks. Keep up the great work.
beach&doglover 2025/02/18
My Go-to
This podcast has been my No. 1 resource on my sobriety journey. It’s just excellent. I will be 9 months free from the prison of drinking 3-5 glasses o...
natalyarockets 2024/11/05
Not everyone is a good podcast host
Victoria might be a good coach but she’s not a natural podcast host and it’s gotten hard to listen to. Also both James and Victoria should learn how t...
Jalin Ma 2024/08/18
Regular yet “otherworldly” narrratives
I appreciate this podcast and find it very valuable. I do have a soft request though. Granted I have only listened to about a dozen of the episodes, b...
Ronnie/Cape Cod 2024/05/14
The program is the absolute best for quitting alcohol
AFL is absolutely questionably a great alternative for those that want to quit alcohol. It’s the real deal. But you’ve got to put the work in, and par...
ThehappyTexan 2024/04/11
Conman
He’s a shill for known conman tai Lopez. Don’t trust anything he says or let him get your money.
MyCatReggie 2024/02/27
First Impression was Rough
RE: November 13, 2023 episode - With respect to all of the creative team working on this podcast, I have some feedback to share about one speaker. Let...
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