We are so sad it’s over - but boy, are we glad it happened! Thank you so much for joining me for these last few weeks of the On The Rocks mini-series, Supper Club. I had some wonderful guests join me at the table as we got real honest about the chaos of the holiday season, and read some of your questions + hilarious holiday stories. This episode, (after a quick parking ticket rant) - I’ll lead you through a forgiveness meditation I learned from my yoga teacher and guest in Episode 2, Erin. This ...
Nov 22, 2023•36 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Supper Club: Turkey Tales + Pie Fails - A Hilarious Holiday Chat with Erin Zukhovich For episode 3 of Supper Club, I’m joined at the table by Katie Zukhovich - self taught cook and the creator behind @babytamago. She is seriously one of the funniest people I’ve met and also shares flavorful, unfussy recipes easy enough for anyone to make! This episode, we read through some of your holiday mishaps and laugh at some of our own disasters as well. Everything from getting arrested in Mexico to cloggi...
Nov 15, 2023•34 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Welcome back to On The Rocks, Supper Club. Today one of my favorite people joins me at the table - Erin Gilmore - a San Francisco based yoga + meditation teacher known for her relatable storytelling and approach. She is a mom to a two year old boy and expecting another child soon! In this episode, we get real messy and honest with each other about family expectations, struggling to set boundaries, and the chaos the holiday season can stir within us. We laugh about some of our past holiday experi...
Nov 08, 2023•59 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Welcome back to the On The Rocks podcast! Today we bring you, Supper Club - a mini podcast series to keep you company and help you get through the holiday season. The next two months are full of gatherings, friends and so much fun but can also be.. a mess. The goal is to share a bit of laughter and advice to carry you through November + December, and hopefully feel less alone as we navigate the holiday season. Join me at the table as we sit down and get real about stressful expectations, gift gi...
Nov 01, 2023•29 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Welcome back to the On The Rocks Pod! Today we have the pleasure of having our own fireside chat with Jeannette of @shutthekaleup and Rachael from @rachaelsgoodeats to go deep on their supportive, loving friendship of 8 years. It's inspiring to listen to two friends talk about being there for each other through thick and thin. They discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly, including how they met, what brought them closer, growing into adulthood, dealing with real-life events, and how they helped ...
Jul 11, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Join us for a conversation with stand-up comedian, Taylor Tomlinson. In this episode, we explore the complexities of adult friendships, the challenges of maintaining connections while constantly on the move, and the personal decisions that shape our lives. We dive into the emotional impact of friend breakups, the struggle to let go, and the importance of finding friendships that leave us energized. Also, our discussion touches on societal expectations, communication dynamics, and the decision to...
May 30, 2023•54 min
Today we have a conversation with Erin Falconer, therapist and author of the book “How to Break Up with Your Friends”, discussing the importance of intentional friendship and how to navigate conflicts in these relationships. Erin explains her inspiration for writing her book, noting that while society is obsessed with tracking information, such as calorie intake, steps taken, there is no agreed-upon language or blueprint for navigating friendship. The lack of focus on intentional friendship can ...
May 16, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode, I discuss with one of my besties the concept of friendship, what to expect from one another, and how to be your original self with the other. We also talk about upcoming projects and the importance of quality over quantity when it comes to friendships as adults. We give advice on how to make new adult friendships, highlighting the need for persistence and putting oneself out there. Join me in this very special episode! Takeaways from this episode: The importance of being comfort...
May 09, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Soooo… how do we make friends again..? If this daunting question has run through your head, you are in good company (even though it may not seem that way). After college, one of the biggest transitions that was felt was drifting apart from friends and not understanding how (or where!?) to meet new ones. In this episode, we're finally going to learn how to make new friends as an adult! Look at us go. We’re having an engaging conversation with Danielle Bayard Jackson, a female friendship coach and...
May 02, 2023•56 min
This is a very special episode for me because I got to interview my best friend of 20 years… Danya. She’s a musical theater actress, corporate nine-to-five, girly, thats obsessed with home decor (just like me). As we enter our 30s, we're realizing that friendships shift and evolve in many different ways. At one point, we became codependent and decided to take a friend break. Now that we have more knowledge on boundaries, self-care, and choice, we have a whole new approach to our friendship and e...
Apr 25, 2023•1 hr 27 min
Welcome back to season 2 of On The Rocks. I'm Olivia Noceda, and in this episode, we're going to be talking about friendships. I asked a question on my Instagram about making new friends and received a lot of amazing responses. Today, I want to share my thoughts and opinions on this topic, based on my personal experience. I hope you enjoy the show! In this episode, we cover 10 key points about friendships: To make new friends, start by doing something you already enjoy so that you have something...
Apr 18, 2023•48 min
Welcome to Season 2 of On The Rocks - A podcast designed to give it to you straight up. In season two, we're diving into a topic that has been overlooked for too long - Friendships; and the ebs, flows, joys, and complexities of it all. From navigating friendship breakups to celebrating the alignment of a long time friend - I'll be back every Tuesday for new episodes to help shed new light on this topic of wellness. I'm happy you're here, Olivia IG @olivianoceda TikTok @olivianoceda www.olivianoc...
Apr 11, 2023•53 sec
You are listening to the final episode of the inaugural season of On The Rocks! Throughout the season, I was given the opportunity to have conversations with some beautiful people about sober curiosity, the rise of mocktail culture, relationships, and critical social thinking. While wrapping up this season we can leave with knowing one thing for sure — Stepping into a healthier mind and body requires awareness and courage. It involves stepping out of your comfort zone, and above all, it requires...
Mar 28, 2023•35 min
Have you ever felt that you were funnier, sexier, and more intelligent when you drank? In the 10th episode of "On The Rocks", we speak with Africa Brooke about overcoming the toxic thoughts that can come with alcohol abuse. While this problem can be disguised in glamorous ways, it still exists and needs to be addressed. Get to know her experience and how her life changed from abusing alcohol into practicing sobriety, from a place of shame and into pleasure. During our conversation with Africa, w...
Mar 21, 2023•1 hr 2 min
In today's episode, we're joined by Les Alfred, a proponent of the "sober curious" movement. Les is an inspiration, authentic, and has been on a journey to find her own practice of self-love. We pull from child hood memories to spark inspiration and tapping into what brings us more joy and understanding how these little routines can make us happier. We recognize that this topic is sensitive. Unlike other addictions, alcohol is a part of everyone's life. However, it is important to reconsider the...
Mar 14, 2023•1 hr 5 min
In this week’s episode, we interviewed the co-founders of Sunnyside, a mindful drinking app that aims to help people drink more responsibly. The app was created by Ian and Nick, who have had personal experiences with alcohol and its impact on their lives. While they do not expect everyone to stop drinking, they wanted a tool to help them and others cut back if they felt called too. The app offers features such as a drink tracker, personalized goals, and community support to help users develop a ...
Mar 07, 2023•1 hr 4 min
In this week's podcast, we are speaking with Zaynab Issa; recipe developer, freelance creative, content creator, and Food Editor at Bon Appetit Magazine. Zaynab shares her personal journey with sobriety and how her religion plays a role in her decision to abstain from alcohol. We also discuss the importance of respecting others' choices and lifestyles, even if they differ from our own. In addition, we delve into: - The importance of having confidence in being unapollagetically you. - The benefit...
Feb 28, 2023•1 hr 2 min
We are joined by the fabulous Ruby Warrington in this week's episode. She coined the term 'Sober Curious,' which has now become a worldwide movement. Ruby is the author of the book 'Sober Curious: The Blissful Sleep, Greater Focus, Deep Connection, and Limitless Presence Awaiting Us All On The Other Side of Alcohol’. Tune in to hear more about: The impact and culture Sex & The City built for 90’s baby’s The physical impacts of alcohol consumption The difference between sober curious and bein...
Feb 21, 2023•1 hr 15 min
In this week's podcast episode, Liz Moody, Creator, 2x Cookbook Author, and an expert in crafting non-alcoholic beverages, discusses the significance of ritual in social gatherings and offers insights on adopting an approach of sober curiosity. Listeners can gain further understanding of the topic as Liz shares her expertise on creating a memorable experience when gathering with friends. We also dive into; The rise in popularity of "sober curious" lifestyles Health benefits of reducing or elimin...
Feb 14, 2023•1 hr 1 min
This week we have the pleasure of sitting down with Melanie Masarin, the founder of Ghia, the spirits-free apéritif thats taken the non-alcoholic industry by storm. Melanie speaks on navigating her way through becoming a leading expert in the non-alcoholic space, along with sobriety in social settings, with loved ones, and making the most out of precious moments. About Ghia - The non-alcoholic drink of choice was inspired by France's aperitivo culture and wasn’t made to imitate alcohol or offer ...
Feb 07, 2023•48 min
Bestseller, Quit Like a Woman. Holly is a person in long-term recovery who thinks that the key to everything we’re looking for comes from the work we do on ourselves. Tune in to hear more about: Holly's personal journey to sobriety The importance of self-exploration and self-care in recovery and overall well-being The connection between sobriety and femininity, and how Quit Like a Woman challenges traditional addiction narratives The role of community and support in recovery The future of addict...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 9 min
In this week's episode, we're joined by Jessica Steinman, LMFT, Clinical Director of Create Recovery, a substance use treatment center in Los Angeles. We discuss the topics of addiction, trauma, and self-love with her. Tune in to hear more about: The historical portrayal of alcohol in society The distinctions between addiction, dependency, and bad habits The effects of alcohol use during pregnancy The different levels of alcohol use and their impact The possibility of a cure for alcoholism and s...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 2
it only felt right to start off this mini-series on sobriety with my connection to alcohol. we’re going back to our high school days, explaining my first interaction with alcohol, the emotions, parties, and hangovers that came in and out of my life throughout my 20’s, and what lessons I was left with. overall — my mission with this episode is to have you understand that you are in control of your body, and that no outside opinion should cloud your judgement on who you want to be. whether you’re ...
Jan 17, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Hi! I'm Olivia Noceda, The founder and creator of self-titled blog and social media destination, and honestly, I'm just trying to figure my life out. All too often I found myself navigating the kind of a mess, kind of beautiful dynamic of living, and I'd figure I'm probably not alone. On The Rocks, is a limited series podcast designed to give it straight up. Each conversation will aim to expand your mindset and empower you to trust yourself as you move through your own life. Our first season is ...
Jan 03, 2023•1 min