Uninfluenced: Redefining Sobriety

Isabella Cavanaugh, Julia McIntyre
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Dive in with hosts Bella and Julia in search of a new world for young people like themselves where substances aren’t at the center of the social culture. Uninfluenced is a landing place for anyone excited about shifting socializing away from the bar in the direction of a perhaps yet undiscovered but infinitely more joyful place. Join the two sober besties as they share personal anecdotes and explore hot topics in culture, theory, and science as they relate to the uncovering of an authentic new landscape. Cheers!

Episodes

  1. 5d ago ·  Bonus

    A Quick Update Before We Record IRL

    The Uninfluenced pod is taking a short break! When we return, we’ll be recording in the same room for the first time ever to discuss The Power of Habit. Stay tuned and Cheers!

  2. Oct 14

    Ep: 10: Off the Record- Seasonal Changes

    Join hosts Bella & Julia as they discuss the days getting shorter and darker. They have an honest chat examining their go-to coping skills. Are they too extreme, and how can they strive for balance? As always, we want to hear from you! In particular, please share your go-to ways to self-soothe as we all manage the big dark. Info@cheersuninfluenced.com Cheers!

  3. Sep 30

    Ep. 9: Field Research- We Went to AA

    Join hosts Bella & Julia on this riveting and vulnerable episode in which they discuss dipping their toes back into the rooms of alcoholic anonymous. As always, we want to hear from you! Share your thoughts on this episode at info@cheersuninfluenced.com

  4. Sep 16

    Ep. 8: Book Review- Famesick by Lena Dunham

    Bella & Julia give their piping hot takes on Dunham's latest memoir, with particular attention to her struggles with addiction on multiple levels. Reach out to us: info@cheersuninfluenced.com! Cheers!!

  5. Sep 2

    Ep. 7: Off the Record- Julia's Engaged?!?!

    On this episode of Uninfluenced, we're dropping a major life update... Julia shares her adrenaline-filled engagement story; Bella discusses a disastrous work trip. As always, reach out to us; we WANT to hear from you. Info@cheersuninfluenced.com Cheers babes!

  6. Aug 19

    Ep. 6: The Jacques Episode

    Join Bella & Julia as they chat with Julia's fiancé, Jacques, about his journey to sobriety, how sobriety has benefited Julia and Jacques' relationship, and his unique insights into personal development within sobriety. As always, email us with any comments, questions, or requests! We can be reached at info@cheersuninfluenced.com. Cheers!

  7. Aug 4

    Ep. 5: Off the Record- Mental Health Chat

    On this episode of Uninfluenced, hosts Bella & Julia go Off the Record for a candid chat about their current mental health struggles, unfiltered opinions about 12-step recovery, and so much more. As always, reach out to us; we WANT to hear from you! Info@cheersuninfluenced.com

  8. Jul 28

    Ep. 4: On Personality, From Myers-Briggs to the Zodiac

    Join Bella & Julia as they discuss the history and the results of the Myers-Briggs, The Values Bridge, and their star chart. References: Myers-Briggs (2010) How the Myers-Briggs Personality Test began in a mother’s living room lab : NPR. Available at: https://www.npr.org/2018/09/22/650019038/how-the-myers-briggs-personality-test-began-in-a-mothers-living-room-lab (Accessed: 28 July 2026). (2020) Our story | the myers-briggs company. Available at: https://www.themyersbriggs.com/en-us/about-us/our-story (Accessed: 28 July 2026). The Values Bridge: (2022) Home. Available at: https://www.thevaluebridge.org/home (Accessed: 28 July 2026). Astrology: (2015) Development of astrology from ancient to modern times | Britannica. Available at: https://www.britannica.com/summary/astrology (Accessed: 28 July 2026). As always, email us with your thoughts, opinions, and considerations at cheersuninfluenced.com.

  9. Jul 22

    Ep. 3: Deep Dive into the Enneagram Personality Test

    Join Bella & Julia as they take a deep dive into their favorite yet confrontational personality test, the Enneagram. Show Notes: Amy Poehler is the first podcaster to win a Golden Globe Award for her Pod, Good Hang. References: Traditional Enneagram (History) - The Enneagram Institute, www.enneagraminstitute.com/the-traditional-enneagram/. Social Dominance Theory | Social Sciences and Humanities | Research Starters | Ebsco Research, www.ebsco.com/research-starters/social-sciences-and-humanities/social-dominance-theory.

  10. Jul 14

    Book Review (Part Two): The Biology of Desire, Why Addiction Is Not a Disease

    Join Bella & Julia as they uncover the second half of Marc Lewis' monograph, The Biology of Desire: Why Addiction Is Not a Disease. In part two, hosts discuss what recovery looks like in Lewis' model of the addicted brain. References: Lewis, Marc, The Biology of Desire: Why Addiction Is Not a Disease. PublicAffairs, 2015. Show Notes: We want to hear from you! Reach out to us at info@cheersuninfluenced.com.

  11. Jul 7

    Book Review (Part One): The Biology of Desire, Why Addiction Is Not a Disease

    Join Bella and Julia as they discuss their insights and understanding of Marc Lewis' monograph, The Biology of Desire: Why Addiction Is Not a Disease. This provoking discussion dismantles the understanding of the model of addiction as a disease. References: Lewis, Marc. The Biology of Desire: Why Addiction Is Not a Disease. Public Affairs, 2015.Alcohol Use Rate Statistic (NIH)https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health/alcohol-topics-z/alcohol-facts-and-statistics/alcohol-use-united-states-age-groups-and-demographic-characteristics  The Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Working with Attachments and Addictions (2015-07-29) Tara Brach

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About

Dive in with hosts Bella and Julia in search of a new world for young people like themselves where substances aren’t at the center of the social culture. Uninfluenced is a landing place for anyone excited about shifting socializing away from the bar in the direction of a perhaps yet undiscovered but infinitely more joyful place. Join the two sober besties as they share personal anecdotes and explore hot topics in culture, theory, and science as they relate to the uncovering of an authentic new landscape. Cheers!

Information

  • Creator
    Isabella Cavanaugh, Julia McIntyre
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Isabella Cavanaugh, Julia McIntyre
  • Show Website
    Uninfluenced: Redefining Sobriety