Badass Basic Bitch
Brianna was born in New York and raised by a single mom of 5 kids. Through her struggles with self-worth and battling an eating disorder for over a decade, Brianna found herself packing everything in her Honda Civic and moving 3,000 miles to California where she knew no one, to chase an entrepreneur dream.
She found her passion, voice, and used her scrappiness and hardships to achieve something no one ever thought she could; creating a multi-million dollar company, which she sold. But then she found herself in the middle of her own divorce leaving her a single mom of 3. Now, remarried, Brianna lives in Austin with her husband and four children, as she continues to build companies and empower women to see they are enough.
So, what is a Badass Basic Bitch? It all started at an event, in a deep debate when another woman called Brianna a “basic bitch”. Quick off the mark, she replied with, “I’m a badass basic bitch”. We are often quick to judge and quicker to jump to our own conclusions. This woman knew very little about me. She judged me simply on our few interactions with each other. She coined me how she felt I fit into her view.
These Baddie Bs are everywhere. They’re our neighbors, women at church, soccer moms, or single women at the bar. These women are all of different religions and races, they are poor and rich, married, divorced or single. But they all have one thing in common; they are ordinary women doing extraordinary things. And now, it’s time their stories are told.
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Badass Basic Bitch
Why So Many High Performers Don’t Drink: The Surprising Link Between Alcohol, Purpose & Success with Karolina Rzadkowolska
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In this thought-provoking episode of Badass Basic Bitch, Brianna sits down with Karolina Rzadkowolska, alcohol-free empowerment expert, bestselling author of Euphoric, and founder of Euphoric AF, to explore why so many of today’s highest performers are choosing to live alcohol-free—and how that decision is transforming every area of their lives.
Karolina shares her own journey from climbing the corporate ladder while feeling deeply unfulfilled to building a thriving business after questioning her relationship with alcohol. Together, she and Brianna unpack the surprising connection between alcohol, purpose, confidence, entrepreneurship, and neuroplasticity, revealing why removing alcohol often unlocks clarity, creativity, and the courage to pursue the life you actually want.
Whether you drink regularly, occasionally, or are simply curious about your relationship with alcohol, this episode isn’t about labels or shame—it’s about asking a powerful question: Is alcohol helping you become the person you’re meant to be?
In This Episode, We Discuss:
✨ Why so many successful entrepreneurs and high performers choose not to drink
✨ The surprising connection between alcohol and purpose
✨ How alcohol impacts neuroplasticity, creativity, and decision-making
✨ Why “taking the edge off” may actually be keeping you stuck
✨ The difference between wanting a drink and needing one
✨ How alcohol can mask dissatisfaction with your career or life
✨ Why confidence is built—not poured into a glass
✨ The science behind why alcohol-free living can feel euphoric
✨ How taking a break from alcohol can unlock new ideas, passions, and opportunities
✨ Why questioning your relationship with alcohol doesn’t mean you have a drinking problem
Memorable Quote
“Alcohol never solved it. If anything, it only made the problem worse.” — Karolina Rzadkowolska
Key Takeaways
High Performance Thrives on Clarity
Many of today’s most successful entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders have one thing in common—they’ve minimized or eliminated alcohol. Operating at your highest level requires energy, creativity, and mental clarity that alcohol often quietly steals.
Alcohol Can Become a Band-Aid for a Bigger Problem
Whether it’s stress, burnout, insecurity, or feeling disconnected from your purpose, alcohol often numbs emotions instead of resolving them. Lasting fulfillment comes from addressing what’s underneath—not escaping it.
Confidence Comes From Keeping Promises to Yourself
One of the greatest transformations people experience during an alcohol-free journey isn’t simply feeling healthier—it’s rebuilding self-trust. Every decision to honor your goals strengthens your confidence and reinforces the belief that you’re capable of creating meaningful change.
Your Brain Is More Powerful Than You Think
Karolina explains how taking a break from alcohol creates a unique window of neuroplasticity, allowing your brain to form new habits, challenge limiting beliefs, and become more open to pursuing opportunities that once felt impossible.
You Don’t Have to Quit Forever to Learn Something New
Questioning your relationship with alcohol isn’t about labels or restrictions. Sometimes the most valuable first step is simply taking a break long enough to discover how you think, feel, create, and connect without it.
Connect with Karolina Rzadkowolska
📱 Instagram:
@euphoric.af
🎵 TikTok:
@euphoric.af
🌐 Website:
www.euphoricaf.com
📚 Book:
Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You
🎁 Free Resource:
Visit EuphoricAF.com to download Karolina’s free guide to exploring an alcohol-free lifestyle.
Connect with Badass Basic Bitch
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@badassbasicbitchpodcast
🎙 Hosted by:
Brianna Dunbar-DeMike
