This week, Mal and the incredible K.Flay discuss their relationships with alcohol and how it's viewed in society and in their own perception. K.Flay shares her life story and the impact that the loss of her father had on her and her career, and the challenges of "rawdogging" grief without the use of any substances. The two discuss the hearing loss that K.Fla ... Show More
Nov 18
Losing a Friend to Cancer with Tig Notaro
Actor, comedian, writer, and co-host of The Handsome Podcast, Tig Notaro joins Mal this week to talk about the devastating loss of her friend Andrea Gibson, facing her own cancer battle, the grief of losing her mom, at the same time as navigating a breakup. She also offers a glim ... Show More
39m 43s
Apr 2024
137 - The Hard Truth About Alcohol With Danny Matranga
<p>Alcohol. A polarizing word in itself. Everyone has an alcohol related story, even if you've never personally drank. This week we are talking with Danny Matranga,
CSCS, BSc about the impact of alcohol on our health. </p>
<p>Alcohol is so ingrained in our society that simply ... Show More
53m 29s
Jan 2020
Episode 166: How to Get Sober and Live a Glorious Life with Laura McKowen, author of We Are The Luckiest
<p>Have you ever had something about yourself that you don’t think is that big of deal, but when you share it, everyone else seems to think it is a big deal?</p> <p>That’s Mike and me with drinking. Or not drinking, as the case may be.</p> <p>Our most popular episode of The Kate ... Show More
58m 13s
Dec 2023
Call Declined: Life in Prison
Why is it important to learn about prison from people who have been directly impacted? Well, in this episode, Aimee and Kamisha share their own stories about incarceration – and what they tell us reveals a lot about community services, mental health and substance use treatment, i ... Show More
50m 42s
Feb 2025
CAT BURNS: AUTISM MADE ME FEEL I WAS DOING LIFE WRONG
<p>Cat Burns released a song on TikTok during lockdown, and quickly rose to becoming one of the UK’s best-selling female artists and a three-time BRIT Award nominee.</p><br><p>At just 24, her success is remarkable, but what struck me most was her wisdom and self-awareness. As som ... Show More
1h 6m
Dec 2024
Abbie Herbert on Sobriety, TikTok Stardom, and Finding Balance as a Mom & Influencer
<p>Abbie Herbert is on Real Pod! Abbie is a TikTok sensation with millions of followers, and she joins Vic to share her journey from modeling to social media stardom. She opens up about her struggle with alcohol addiction, the pivotal moment that led her to sobriety, and how she ... Show More
44m 40s
Mar 2025
You Are Already Enough: Maria Shriver On Finding Your Voice, Healing After Heartbreak, Brain Health Advocacy, & The Power Of Self-Acceptance
Maria Shriver is a renowned journalist, Kennedy family scion, and award-winning advocate for women's brain health. This conversation explores the parasocial relationship between public figure and audience as Maria shares her authentic journey of self-discovery through poetry. We ... Show More
1h 49m
Sep 30
How to Know When It’s Time to Leave—Your Job, Your Partner, or Your Old Self with Nicole Walters
<p>#312: If you’ve ever felt like you’re too loud, too soft, too opinionated, too emotional, too ambitious—or just <em>too much</em>—this episode is for you.</p><p>Nicole Walters is back on the podcast, and in true Nicole fashion, she’s not holding anything back. After walking aw ... Show More
57m 50s