In this powerful and relatable episode, we’re joined by Kendall Bierman, licensed therapist and founder of Kendall B Therapy, who opens up about her journey from self-medicating in college to building a career helping others break free from the same patterns.

Kendall shares how drinking once felt like a normal part of life; especially in environments where alcohol use is glamorized and going sober feels isolating. But through deep inner work and tough (yet transformative) choices, she not only got sober but discovered her calling: helping young adults navigate anxiety, substance use, and the complicated emotions that come with change.

Whether you're sober curious, struggling with moderation, or just wondering what a full and fun life looks like without alcohol, this episode is for you. Kendall reminds us that while it might feel like you’re giving something up, the reality is: you’re gaining so much more.

🎧 Tune in for an honest, hopeful conversation about sobriety, stigma, and how therapy can support your most empowered life.

BONUS: We chat a lot about what it means to be a sober entrepreneur and our #1 tip for success (spoiler alert: yes, we're talking about boundaries).

🔗 Learn more about Kendall’s work: www.kendallbtherapy.com
📲 Follow her on IG: @kendallbtherapy

If you're in NJ or NY, you can book a therapy session with Kendall, too!

Have more questions? Send me an email: hello@marinamars.com

In this episode, Marina sits down with Maggie Klaassens: alcohol-free coach, mom of three, and the founder of The Sober Summit and The Sober Hive. What started as a personal 100-day challenge to ditch alcohol turned into a purpose-filled mission to help gray area drinkers take back their lives and build a future they’re excited to wake up to.

Maggie shares how she created a powerful three-day virtual summit that’s now changing lives across the globe, what “gray area drinking” really means, and why sober community and connection are the key to long-term transformation. She also gives us a behind-the-scenes peek at her upcoming 4th Sober Summit (April 23–25): a free event packed with expert speakers, tools for your sober toolbox, and motivation to design a vibrant alcohol-free life.

If you’re curious about the alcohol-free lifestyle, dreaming up your own summit or event, or just need a reminder that you’re not alone on this journey, this episode is for you.

• RSVP for The Sober Summit (April 23–25 2025): https://soberlifecollective.spiffy.co/a/7m3cxEn1BG/4167

• Follow Maggie on IG: @thesobersummit

• Join The Sober Hive community: [link coming soon!]

• Get the packet: https://soberlifecollective.myflodesk.com/list

• Follow on IG: @mocktailswithmarina

• Learn more: www.marinamars.com/themodernmocktail

• Need help with strategy, operations, or launching your non-alc biz? Let’s chat.

In this episode of Mocktails with Marina, we're diving deep into the booming world of non-alcoholic product creation. If you've ever dreamed of launching your own functional beverage, sober-friendly tincture, or wellness powder, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.

Marina breaks down exactly why now is the perfect time to enter the non-alcoholic beverage industry, how to position your idea in a rapidly growing functional beverage market, and what most new CPG startups get wrong when launching.

You’ll learn:

• Why consumer demand is skyrocketing for sober-curious, alcohol-free alternatives

• The gaps in the market that still need to be filled

• How to bring your product to life—from formulation and compliance to manufacturing and sales

• A behind-the-scenes look at the 5-phase process taught inside Marina’s new program: Bev Brand Builder

Whether you're a wellness entrepreneur, a former bartender with a vision, or just someone who wants to make a real impact with a functional product that helps people feel good—this is your sign to take action.

Bev Brand Builder is officially open for enrollment.
Join now at: https://www.marinamars.com/challenge-page/bevbrandbuilder

Have questions about the program or want to see if it’s the right fit? Email Marina directly at hello@marinamars.com.