Happiest Sober Podcast

Join Madeline Forrest as she discusses all things sobriety: the highs, the lows, the challenges, the gifts, the tools, the messy middle, and everything in between. Above all else, she's here to show you that life can be happiest when you're sober.

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  • podcastlisteners
    The Lorelai and Rory of sobriety
    This podcast has become such an important part of my sobriety journey. I laughed when Madeline finally realized she hadn’t introduced her mom by her name, Megan. That’s okay, she has become my sobriety mom too lol Madeline and Megan truly are the Lorelai and Rory of sobriety 💕
  • KateLovesPods
    Such a Joyful & Insightful Sobriety Pod!
    This continues to be the sobriety podcast I return to. Maddie is ray of light and her mom is such a wise, soothing soul! I am so grateful for this positive resource that always reminds me why I am happier sober!
  • OmiFla
    Best Sober Podcast
    This is hands down my favorite sober podcast! I love Madeline and her mom! Madeline is so honest, genuine and positive. Mom is so deep and a wealth of knowledge on being sober. Thank you both for all the time and love you put into this podcast! It has been so helpful for me on my sober journey ❤️
  • crystal christmas
    Relateable
    I’ve been a listener from the beginning and I love this podcast. I wanted to add that I was hesitant to listen to the sober dating episode bc I am a single mom and not dating. However I still got so much out of it and appreciate you acknowledging those of us that aren’t in that space right now. You are doing such important work! I am thankful for you and your family. Thank you for also sharing them with us too. You are all very wise women! ❤️🥰
  • SG11-22
    Couldn’t have done it without Maddie
    I celebrated one year alcohol free last month and I honestly couldn’t have done it without this podcast. I didn’t have any interest in joining AA so was searching for other tools when by chance I found Happiest and it had been a lifeline for me. I’m a 44 year old woman with no kids, and it was hard to find a sobriety podcast that wasn’t geared towards moms or men. I’m not even a big podcast person, this is the only one I follow along with Rachel Laforce who I discovered through being a guest on this show. Anyway, Maddie I absolutely adore your approach to these weekly sessions. You are fun, bright and wise but not preachy or condescending. I love the episodes with your mom and the recent one with your sister. I look forward to Tuesdays and also had fun listening to the backlog of shows I missed before joining the community. I am so thankful for you and for my luck in being one of your happies 😀❤️
  • jbsbshshahshse
    the best💕
    from the beginning of my sobriety i always take a long walk while listening you in the mornings, you are part of my morning routine! thank you so much, i am so happy that i met with your podcast🩷
  • kw757
    Fave sober podcast
    I’ve listened to a lot of sobriety podcasts but this is the one I find myself coming back to most. Maddie just has a way with sharing her experience while gently guiding others that I haven’t really found elsewhere.
  • Rylieg77
    Newly sober
    Thank you Madeline for making my new sober journey easier. I now listen to your podcasts everyday to help me learn a whole new world without alcohol. 🩷
  • bananana223
    This podcast has helped me so much and is so relatable!!!
    I can’t recommend this podcast enough
  • Nic Stoss
    Listening every week!
    I look forward to every Tuesday when a new episode comes out. I started listening way back in the beginning and have never missed one. I appreciate your input and the way you explain different aspects of sobriety. Keep it up 🫶🏼
  • Oceansport
    Excellent podcast
    What a great perspective Maddy shares on letting go of alcohol. Her podcasts have been inspiring for me.
  • ksan1111
    Enjoyable
    Upbeat and enjoyable conversations, I look forward to new episodes.
  • diva4122
    I love this show
    I started dry January and I’ve attempted to get sober before and this show really helps with moving forward with this decision. Thank you!
  • Alb10573920
    Great podcast
    Love this pod!
  • Stylanda
    So real and inspiring!
    You are a such a gift! Thank you for sharing and caring! 💝🍓💐
  • Mabel’s mommy
    The best help for sobriety t
    This podcast has helped me so much over the last year! Maddy is so relatable , and her open honest conversations are so helpful. Good insight. She has a good podcast voice. She’s not annoying like some podcasters are. This podcast is always in my ear. I bi ged the entire thing. Now I wait patiently for each new weekly episode. If you’re sober curious or getting sober , or been sober for years this is a great one to follow .
  • TeacherRunner123
    Thank You!
    This is one of my all time favorite podcasts to listen to! I especially love when both mom & Maddy are talking. Love you both! Thank you so much 🩷 (sorry if I spelled your name wrong)
  • Ciera from North Dakota
    i can’t stop listening!!!!
    i found this podcast last week and i literally have it in my ears constantly. as someone who isn’t a typical “problem drinker” it is very difficult to find content about being sober curious while only drinking socially and not to an extreme very often. however, madeline often says that if it’s a problem FOR YOU, then it’s a problem and i so needed to hear that. i especially loved the episode about moderation (#58) and this quote in particular: “successful moderation is not about whether you can stop yourself from drinking, it’s about how it feels to only have 1 or 2 drinks. is it even worth it?” i truly am beginning to feel like i can tackle being sober while being thankful it never got “bad enough” for others to think i need to. keep on doing what you’re doing because it is so helpful and inspiring to everyone considering their relationship with alcohol!
  • Wonderfullymade85
    100th episode
    I truly appreciate this episode! It’s the positivity I need to help me get through! I saved it so I can go back to it on days I’m struggling! Thank you 😀
  • JanMC23
    Newly sober
    I am 53 days sober today. I stumbled across your podcast my first couple weeks when I was really struggling. I enjoy your podcasts soo much and they give me a lot of hope for a happy and sober future. I’m at the stage where I’m bored, lonely and need new hobbies. Your podcasts make me feel so much better and hopeful 🩷
  • Breno612
    Yes yes yes
    Found this gem of a podcast a few months ago and can honestly say I keep coming back for more. Madeline does a great job with putting out consistent and quality content. I’m sure it isn’t easy being a content creator and sticking to a schedule. She does it! I also love her mom she sounds like the sweetest person. I’m Sober curious but plan on being sober for the rest of my life ever since my daughter was born. 9 months strong. Occasionally listening to the podcast helps me stayed centered and grounded in my pursuit.
  • Danasaur2390
    Refreshing and honest
    Love this podcast. Maddie (and her mom) has such a fresh take on sobriety. You can just tell that she is genuine and truly wants to help people be the best version of themselves. She has a way of making you feel like you’re not alone. Her perspectives on things has me going “That is so true!” many times while listening. I absolutely recommend this to anyone starting out or in the midst of their journey.
  • beetofmydrumm
    Incredible podcast
    Madeline’s podcast has become such a lifeline. I feel like I’m listening to a good friend and I love the energy she brings to such a heavy topic. She touches on all of the things I’ve needed to hear through out my sober journey. I am so thankful to have found her and look forward to new episodes every Tuesday 😊 Thank you Madeline!!
  • Sarah-J3211
    Sober curiosity
    When I discovered Happiest Sober Podcast and Maddie’s IG account, her take on the sobriety journey was inspirational. The comfort of knowing you are not alone, and sobriety journeys differ, made me want to listen weekly and join her newsletter. Her genuine voice along with her mom is comforting. The episodes are spot on. If you have thoughts of what life can be like sober, take a deep dive with Maddie weekly. I promise, you will be happier sober!
  • Club Muchacha
    Life-changing Podcast
    I remember when I first came across Happiest Sober - this was it, finally, a voice and community that felt like it truly resonated with ME. I love the positivity and honesty that Madeline brings to the table. Her angle of alcohol-free life brings huge mindset shifts that are changing our culture.
  • dietcokewithlime530
    So grateful for this podcast!
    I found the Happiest Sober podcast a little over two years ago when I was feeling very alone in my own sobriety journey. Each week the episodes made me laugh and cry and ultimately made me feel less alone and like I had found a new sobriety hype sister in Maddie. She approaches tough topics with such grace and wisdom. Maddie has fostered such a supportive community and I am forever grateful that I found it! I’ve since met Maddie and I am so proud to call her a friend! Whether you are new in sobriety, curious about the journey or have been sober for a while, I guarantee that you will find something worthwhile here!
  • scr1215
    So Relatable!
    Thank you for this podcast! It’s beyond helpful and relatable and exactly what I need as I navigate year one of refraining from alcohol. I 100% recommend!
  • Hayden3521
    One of the best!!👏
    This is one of the best sober / sober curious podcasts out there! I love listening to Madeline and her interesting guests!! She’s very relatable, sweet and funny ~ thanks Madeline for all that you do for those of us that are sober / sober curious!!🤍
  • MusicRJ
    Fantastic Podcast
    Just found this podcast today. Absolutely love the energy and positivity. This is definitely a great resource for someone who is interested in sobriety and not sure where to start. Madeleine is a wonderful host. Thank you for making such wonderful content.
  • Moderate Sista
    Look forward to this every week!
    Maddie’s perspective is so relatable and nonjudgmental. That’s why I keep coming back to learn and process my own thoughts about alcohol and my relationship with it. Her episodes with her mom are my favorite!
  • kaytilp
    Such a lifeline
    This podcast has been such a lifeline during the beginning stages of my sobriety. I binge listened to it during my first sober weekend and felt like I was hanging out with a friend that “gets it”. So thankful for the hope and excitement this podcast has brought me about what my life can be when I stop drinking and start living. ❤️
  • sp1237!
    Perfect for those who want to learn more about alcohol.
    This is a great positive podcast with lots of advice on sobriety. It is perfect for those who are sober curious and want to stay motivated on their journey. I love listening to her in the morning or while I’m doing dishes at night.
  • natsobean
    Thank you thank you!!
    I love this podcast. It’s so cute and positive. It’s definitely helping me in my early sobriety and so relatable:) Thanks for putting yourself out there and being a inspiration to many.
  • leelabs
    Thank you!
    Found this podcast around my 6 month mark while looking for some sober inspiration/motivation. I immediately felt connected to everything discussed and now listen in the mornings to start my day in a positive way. Sobriety for me has been a sometimes lonely experience, and to hear someone explain all the feelings, experiences, etc that I’ve been going through has given me such a sense of community and validation. So, thank you!!!!
  • RobynLynn🩷
    Reborn
    Omg Maddie - literally on my day 9 and everyday as been getting easier. Just listened to the ep with Kelly U and you said “I can’t go back, because I know too much now” I am learning more about myself and my sobriety by listening to Happiest Sober - without feeling annoyed or like it’s being shoved down my throat. I’m genuinely grateful to be Happiest Sober 🩷🌸💕🦖🐸🌱🫶🏼🌼🐳🌷🐞
  • Amyck8
    Best sobriety hype girl around
    I found this podcast around 6 weeks ago when I decided to explore sobriety and have found Madeline to be a breath of fresh air. Her content is informative and honest delivered in a relatable and positive manner.
  • Toppping Lane
    Thank you!
    Great podcast!! Very relatable, helpful and engaging.
  • mima.rdh
    Love her positivity!
    I love listening to this podcast because I can literally hear her smiling while she’s talking. She seems so genuinely happy and gives a lot of great advice. Keep up the good work!!
  • Alyssa Kushner
    My favorite sobriety podcast
    I’ve been listening to happiest sober pod since it came out which was about 2 months into my own sobriety so it helped IMMENSELY! Madeline does such a wonderful job of talking about the beauty of sobriety, while also being raw and real. I always feel I deeply relate and can truly now understand the title. In grateful for this podcast,but really helped me along my own journey. I learned a lot.
  • kennychesley
    Fav sober pod
    I love this podcast!!! I have been trying to find a sober podcast that fits my vibe and finally found it. I have been listening and listening and listening. I can relate to Maddie so much. Also love the episodes with her mom 🥺
  • jasmine sabanos
    Great sober podcast!
    I’ve been binging this sober podcast and it’s one of my favorites! I’m gonna be so sad when I’m all caught up! :) I’m 7 years sober and she gives so much great insight I love listening to her wisdom!
  • Babe_Belen
    A Beautiful Podcast
    I originally found Madeline on IG. I am glad I found her there and have been obsessed w her podcast! I have binged all of them and now I look forward to every new episode. I don’t have IG anymore, so this is where I get my Happiest Sober content.
  • MMckennzie
    Amazing Perspective
    Madeline gives a young person’s perspective that is so important. I loved her story of a sober bachelorette party. I’m a guy. I could not relate, but I could identify. You will like this show.
  • Lilyutah
    My favorite sober podcast!
    I seriously love Maddie so much! She has such a lovely voice and I just have loved and related to every episode I’ve listened to!!
  • kdhitt
    So sad to hear this commercial on your podcast
    Please don’t try and influence your listeners with political podcasts or commercials. I was really enjoying your podcast until I heard a commercial at the end recommending a podcast talking about attacks on “trans kids and anti trans hate”. Just for the record there is no such thing as a trans kid and most right wing people don’t hate anyone, especially children, but we are against impressing or encouraging kids to change their gender. If someone wants to change there gender as an adult so be it, but this should not be discussed at all with children! My daughter pretended to be a wolf for the first 10 years of her life, could you imagine if I encouraged that, had her sleep outside and hunt for food, etc? No, that would be insane. As is this. Children are mutilating their bodies. This is absolutely child abuse. Sorry but you lost a listener bc I will not continue to listen to your “recommended podcast”. I wanted to give a one star but I realize a lot of people are simply blind. I pray that your eyes are opened and you delete these commercials.😕
  • CoWineFreeMama
    Love it!
    I am loving this podcast Madeline is super relatable and she makes you think! My favorite are the episodes with her mom.
  • Becksasaha
    So relatable
    I love Madeline and this podcast so much because it is very relatable and I find myself saying “yes this is so true” pretty much throughout each episode. Also her mom is such a wealth of sober knowledge and she brings her on as a guest often!
  • Mberry1892
    MUST LISTEN
    So engaging, so relatable, so inspiring. Love this podcast and can’t wait for more episodes!
  • recoveredlife
    Relatable & Inspirational
    Madeline shares so much hope & encouragement. Thanks for making sober life look appealing to those questioning their relationship with alcohol.
  • hsvsbeich
    Good stuff
    Spittin truth!
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