The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9

Think you're fine after a drink? Think again.

Most people don’t realize alcohol takes about 20 minutes to fully kick in—and that delay could be the reason you end up drinking more than you planned.

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the science behind the 20-minute rule and why it matters for anyone who drinks:
  • How alcohol is absorbed—and why you don’t feel it right away
  • What’s really happening in your brain after each drink
  • Why drinking too fast can lead to overconsumption, blackouts, and hangovers
  • Simple tips to pace yourself and stay in control
🎧 Tune in now to learn how long alcohol really takes to affect you—and how this one rule could change the way you drink.

What is The Alcohol Reset by 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.