EP 43: Guest Episode - Mike Mudie (Authentic Brew) | Burnout, recovery & a world-first functional energy drink
This week we’re joined by Mike Mudie, Co-Founder & CEO of Authentic Brew - a 100% natural functional energy drink created after Mike’s life took an unexpected turn. After leaving a high-pressure career, Mike hit a sudden and serious burnout that forced him to rebuild his health from the ground up - and ultimately sparked the idea for Authentic Brew.
We talk about the realities of modern stress, why alcohol and “fake energy” can quietly pull us off track, and what happens when you return to nature for recovery. Mike also shares the story behind Authentic Brew’s unique ingredients (including organic functional mushrooms + seaweeds), why the first production run sold out fast, and how they’re building a values-led brand with 25% of net profit supporting biodiversity restoration.
If you’re into running, wellbeing, alcohol-free living, or performance without the crash, this one’s for you.
In this episode:
- Mike’s journey from high performance to total shutdown - and back
- The “life hack” of removing alcohol (and why it creeps back in)
- Why many elite sports teams don’t consume their sponsor products
- What makes Authentic Brew different (no caffeine, no added sugar, no synthetics)
- The role of ritual, energy, calm focus - and the outdoor community
🎁 Clean Break Chats listener offer: 10% off Authentic Brew
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