Mindful Drinking

“Mindful Drinking” host Derek Brown, NASM Certified Wellness Coach, empowers listeners with strategies for making choices and changes related to alcohol consumption. Recognized by Imbibe Magazine as one of the most inspirational people in the space, Derek normalizes a no- and low-alcohol worldview by showing listeners how to celebrate and approach life with intent.

Mindful Drinking is a health podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 39 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Mindful Drinking, a health show with 39 episodes published.

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  The Art of Mindful Drinking: Creating Inclusive Hospitality Spaces

  Aug 4, 202520 minS0

  <p>On this heartfelt episode of the “Mindful Drinking Podcast,” host Derek Brown takes listeners on a journey through the essence of mindful social spaces and the often-overlooked power of true hospitality. Derek begins with a charming story from his days as a bartender in Washington, D.C., recounting his inventive solution for a non-alcoholic cocktail request—a delicious orgeat lemonade inspired by 19th-century bartender Jerry Thomas. This story sets the stage for a deeper discussion about the role of bars, home gatherings, and hospitality venues as crucial pillars of our social infrastructure.</p> <p>Derek explores the impact of inclus...

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  The Intersection of Mindful Drinking & Social Wellness

  Jun 16, 202545 minS0

  <p>On this “Mindful Drinking,” host Derek Brown is joined by featured guest, Radha Agrawal, co-founder of Daybreaker and founder of Belong Center, to deep dive into social wellness and mindful drinking. Daybreaker, known for its early-morning, alcohol-free dance parties, has revolutionized how people connect and celebrate together.</p> <p>The two discuss how building strong social connections can enhance overall well-being and the role mindful drinking plays in this. This special encore episode will also delve into Radha's experiences with Daybreaker and her new venture, Belong Center, which aims to combat loneliness through innovative community-building activities.</p> <p>Enjoy this...

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  How Wellness Is Transforming Bar Culture with Amie Ward

  Jun 2, 202534 minS0

  <p>What if wellness wasn’t a bonus in hospitality—but the foundation?</p> <p>In this episode of “Mindful Drinking,” host Derek Brown is joined by featured guest, Amie Ward, also known as The Healthtender—a certified health coach, mobility specialist, and Executive Director of Safe Bars. Amie has spent her career advocating for bartenders’ physical and mental health, gender-based violence prevention, and creating safer spaces through movement, mindfulness, and education.</p> <p>They dig into what it means to prioritize well-being in a demanding industry, how bystander intervention can shift bar culture, and why No/Low cocktails are part of a bro...

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  Unpacking the Link: Mental Health & Alcohol Use

  May 19, 202520 minS0

  <p>In this special monologue episode, host Derek Brown shares a personal and unflinching account of how alcohol became his coping mechanism—and how that strategy nearly unraveled his life. As a bartender, author, and former owner of one of the top cocktail bars in the country, Derek’s career was built around drinks. But behind the scenes, alcohol had become more than a profession—it was a way to manage bipolar disorder, anxiety, and the pressure to hold everything together.</p> <p>Through the lens of his own experience, Derek explores the connection between mental health and alcohol use, especi...

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  Can Any Amount of Alcohol Really Hurt You? Featuring Dr. Tim Stockwell

  May 5, 202538 minS0

  <p>What if everything we thought we knew about “moderate drinking” was wrong?</p> <p>In this episode of “Mindful Drinking,” host Derek Brown sits down with featured guest, Dr. Tim Stockwell, renowned alcohol researcher, and former director of the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research, to discuss the data that’s reshaping how we understand alcohol and health. From the deeply held belief that a glass of wine a day is good for your heart to new findings suggesting there may be no truly “safe” level of drinking, Stockwell brings clarity to the science, humility to the conversation, and a public healt...

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