In the debut episode of "The Sober Curator" podcast, dynamic duo, Alysse Bryson and Tamar Routly kick off a vibrant exploration into the world of sober living. Amidst laughter and real talk, Alysse shares the adventurous backstory of how boredom during the pandemic and a love for pop culture birthed the ultimate guide to a hangover-free lifestyle. Tamar keeps the energy high as they tease what’s to come in future episodes—spoiler alert: think sober Swifties and unexpected colonoscopy chats. Tune in for the ultimate guide to living your best life, sans the booze!
Timestamps:
[00:00:00] - Introduction & theme song ideas
[00:00:46] - Welcome to The Sober Curator podcast
[00:01:05] - Meet your hosts, Alysse and Tamar
[00:02:19] - Episode NOT sponsored by 7-Eleven
[00:03:55] - Segment: Tchotchke of the Week
[00:04:08] - Alysse's Vision for "The Sober Curator" podcast
[00:07:05] - "The Goonies" connection & pop culture love
[00:09:49] - Launching The Sober Curator during the pandemic
[00:21:02] - Social media in early sobriety
[00:23:31] - Why start a podcast?
[00:27:37] - Upcoming episode previews
Resources & Links:
-Book: "This Naked Mind" by Annie Grace
-For fun: Funko Pop
-Video: An Open Invitation to Drew Barrymore to Become a Sober Curator
-Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide
-Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide
-LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide
Connect with Us:
-Website: www.thesobercurator.com
-Facebook: @The Sober Curator
-Instagram: @thesobercurator
-X: @thesobercurator
-YouTube: @thesobercurator
-Pinterest: @thesobercurator
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About:
Sobriety isn’t the end of the party—it’s just the start of a better one. Hosted by Alysse Bryson, media powerhouse and sobriety’s ultimate hype woman, and joined by Sober Curator contributors, The Sober Curator Podcast* delivers bold convos, pop culture deep dives, and zero-proof living that doesn’t suck. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, or just looking for good vibes without the hangover, we’ve got you covered. Subscribe now—because getting sober matters, staying sober matters more.
The intro and outro music for this episode is proudly featured with permission from Avatari. All rights reserved to the original creators. For more of their work, check out his website: https://www.avatariworld.com/music.
*The Sober Curator Podcast is a space for open and honest conversations about sobriety, recovery, and alcohol-free living. While we celebrate all paths to a sober lifestyle, some topics discussed may be sensitive or triggering for certain listeners. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you’re in recovery or exploring sobriety, please take care while listening and seek support from trusted professionals as needed.
