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The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9

Mike Hardenbrook & Cloud9

The Alcohol Reset is a science-backed podcast designed to help you reset your habits, health, and relationship with alcohol. Hosted by best-selling author Mike Hardenbrook, each bite-sized episode explores neuroscience, nutrition, and habit formation, delivering practical strategies to help you drink less, sleep better, reduce cravings, and optimize your well-being—without judgment or extremes. It’s time for a reset.

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All Episodes

11:58

The Real Science Behind Hangover Hell

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/09/11

🎧 Ever wonder why some nights leave you totally wrecked, while others barely touch you — even if you drank the same amount?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the real science behind hangovers, including:Why darker drinks like whiskey and red wine tend to cause harsher hangovers than vodka or ginThe role of congeners, sugar, and dehydration in making symptoms worseHow mixing different drinks overloads your system and leads to “hangover hell”Why two people can drink the same thing but

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10:13

Can Alcohol Change Your Sense of Time?

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/09/09

🎧 Ever gone out for “just one drink” and suddenly the whole night disappears? Or wake up the next morning and feel like time is crawling at half speed? That’s not just your imagination — alcohol literally changes how your brain perceives time.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the science of alcohol and time perception, including:How alcohol disrupts your brain’s “internal clock” and makes hours vanish in a blurWhy blackouts and memory gaps create the illusion of “lost time”The

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8:28

The Surprising Link Between Music and Alcohol

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/09/04

🎧 Ever notice how a drink tastes better when the right song is playing? That’s not just the vibe — it’s neuroscience.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks how music literally changes the way alcohol tastes and feels, including:Why fast beats make you sip quicker while slow music makes drinks feel smootherHow pitch, tempo, and volume shape your perception of sweetness, bitterness, and intensityThe psychology behind why bars and brands curate music to sell more alcoholHow you can hack

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8:40

Does Alcohol Actually Make You More Creative?

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/09/02

🎧 Does alcohol really unlock creativity — or is that just a myth we love to romanticize?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook digs into the science (and the hype) behind alcohol and creativity, including:Why that first drink can feel like it frees your ideas — and why it’s mostly just lowered inhibitionsHow alcohol actually slows memory, focus, and problem-solving — the stuff you need to finish creative workThe truth behind the “alcoholic genius” stereotype in art and historySmarter ways to

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10:02

Would You Still Drink If It Wasn’t Cool?

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/08/28

Would you still drink if it didn’t come with the image? The vibe? The “cool factor”?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down how alcohol’s popularity has more to do with marketing than biology — and why many of us are drinking for identity, not enjoyment.You’ll learn:How alcohol became the default symbol of adulthood, rebellion, and connectionWhy your brain doesn’t care how “cool” your drink looks — it just reacts to the ethanolHow drinking identities (like “wine girl” or “whiskey

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11:56

Are Non-Alcohol Drinks Really Healthier?

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/08/26

Non-alcoholic beer is trending hard — but is it actually healthier, or just beer in disguise?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook dives into the science and hype behind the non-alcoholic beer boom, exploring:What “non-alcoholic” really means (spoiler: it’s not always 0.0%)Why NA beer doesn’t wreck your sleep like regular booze — but still isn’t a wellness elixirThe pros and pitfalls of swapping beer for its low-alcohol twinHow NA beer keeps the drinking ritual alive — and whether that’s

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11:32

The Alcohol-Work Trap

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/08/21

Ever feel like you “deserve” that glass of wine after a long day? You’re not alone — but what if that after-work ritual is doing more harm than good?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook dives into the psychological and biological trap of using alcohol as a reward, including:How alcohol hijacks your brain’s dopamine and cortisol systemsWhy drinking to “relax” actually disrupts sleep, spikes stress, and drains energyThe hidden health costs of the “I earned this” mindsetHow ingredients like

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8:45

“Everyone Drinks Like This” — The Normalization That...

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/08/19

We’ve all heard it: “Everyone drinks like this.” But… do they? And more importantly—should we?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the myth of “normal” drinking and how that phrase has quietly normalized behaviors that might actually be hurting us more than helping. From gray area drinking to social pressure, we explore how culture, neuroscience, and perception warp our relationship with alcohol.We’ll talk:Why “I’m not an alcoholic” doesn’t mean you’re not at riskWhat pluralistic

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8:15

How to Build a Night Routine Without Wine

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/08/14

It’s the myth we’ve all heard (or lived): “A glass of wine helps me sleep.” But what if that glass is actually wrecking your rest?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the sneaky truth about alcohol and sleep. Spoiler: that cozy buzz might knock you out fast, but it’s also ruining your REM, messing with your stress hormones, and leaving you exhausted the next day.We’re diving into:Why alcohol is a sleep imposter (and what science actually says)How disrupted sleep messes with your

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9:21

Can One Month Off Alcohol Really Change Your Health?

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/08/12

Thinking about hitting 'pause' on alcohol for a month, but wondering if it's really worth it? Can 30 days actually move the needle on your health, energy, and mental clarity?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the incredible transformation your body and mind undergo during a 30-day "Alcohol Reset":What really happens to your sleep, skin, and energy levels week by week.The science behind clearing brain fog and boosting your mood.How your liver and gut start to heal (and why it

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7:37

The Secret to a Healthy Liver After Parties

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/08/07

Had one of those weekends where the drinks kept flowing and the snacks didn’t stop? That Monday fog, the bloat, the weird fatigue—that’s your liver waving a white flag.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook dives into what really happens to your liver after a big night out and how to bounce back without going full detox mode. From how alcohol and junk food overload your system to the surprising role sleep and hydration play in liver health, we’re breaking it all down—scientifically, but in a way

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8:01

Can Drinking Make You More Anxious Over Time?

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/07/30

Can drinking actually cause anxiety — not just help it? Turns out, the answer is way more complicated than we think.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the tangled relationship between alcohol and anxiety — and why your evening glass of wine might be quietly messing with your mental health. Backed by new research and real-world insight, this episode dives into the science, symptoms, and support systems that matter.You’ll learn:Why alcohol initially eases anxiety — but rebounds hard

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9:39

How Alcohol Interferes with Your Goals (Without You...

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/07/16

Feel like your goals keep stalling—but can’t figure out why? That evening drink might be playing a bigger role than you think.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the sneaky ways alcohol can slow your momentum, including: • How drinking messes with motivation, routines, and follow-through • Why even “just a couple” can derail your next-day energy and discipline • The brain science behind decision fatigue and emotional reactivity • Real-world strategies to stay on track without

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7:23

When Drinking Becomes a Personality Trait

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/07/02

“Party girl.” “Wine guy.” “Shot o’clock.” When did drinking become a personality?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook explores how alcohol can shift from a casual habit to a core part of your identity — and what that means for your brain, behavior, and sense of self. Backed by science and real stories, this episode breaks down the cultural, psychological, and neurological forces that make it hard to separate the drink from the identity.We’ll cover:How alcohol physically changes your brain’s

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7:46

Your Gut After Booze: 48 Hours of Recovery

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/06/26

Bloated, moody, foggy — and it’s already been two days since that wild night out? Your gut might still be in recovery mode.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the science behind what happens in your gut 24 to 48 hours after drinking. From disrupted microbiomes to “hangxiety” and digestive chaos, you’ll learn why your gut takes a bigger hit than you think — and what you can do to bounce back faster.We’ll cover:How alcohol damages gut bacteria and increases gut permeabilityWhy your

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9:17

Drinking the Night Before a Big Meeting: Smart or Risky?

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/06/24

That one glass of wine the night before your big meeting might feel like a stress reliever… but your brain might not agree by morning.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down what alcohol really does to your sleep, focus, and confidence before a big day:Why even light drinking disrupts REM sleep and mental clarityHow alcohol affects your memory, verbal recall, and energyThe science behind hangxiety and pre-meeting jittersSmart swaps to stay sharp without sacrificing calmThe role of

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9:03

Drinking and Dating in Your 30s? Listen to This!

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/06/17

Dating in your 30s is supposed to be wiser, more grounded — but somehow, it still revolves around drinks. From wine-fueled first dates to “liquid courage” before awkward small talk, alcohol is the unofficial plus-one nobody asked for.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the hidden ways alcohol messes with your dating life — from how it changes your perception of attraction to why you might feel anxious or regretful the morning after. You’ll learn:What science says about alcohol,

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9:44

How Alcohol Changes Your Skin, Hair, and Nails

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/06/12

From stubborn breakouts to thinning hair and brittle nails, alcohol might be doing more to your appearance than you think — and not in a good way. In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down how drinking impacts your outer glow and what really happens when you cut back:Why alcohol dehydrates your skin and speeds up agingThe surprising link between booze and breakouts, redness, and inflammationHow nutrient loss from alcohol use affects hair growth and nail strengthReal stories of people

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8:07

The Drinking Persona vs. The Real You

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/06/10

Ever feel like a different person after a few drinks? You’re not imagining it—and you’re definitely not alone.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook explores the psychology and neuroscience behind the “drinking persona”—why it shows up, how it shapes your behavior, and what it reveals about the real you underneath. We’ll cover:What alcohol myopia is (and how it changes your thinking in the moment)Why your sober self and drinking self can feel like totally different peopleThe science behind

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8:04

The Hidden Link Between PMS, Hormones, and Alcohol

The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9 ·

2025/06/05

Ever wonder why your PMS symptoms feel worse after a few drinks — or why that glass of wine hits different before your period?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the surprising ways alcohol messes with your hormones, from intensifying PMS to disrupting estrogen balance and making stress feel even worse.You’ll learn:How alcohol impacts estrogen, progesterone, and cortisolWhy PMS and hangovers can create a vicious cycleThe truth about alcohol and period-related mood swingsHow

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