Why Listen?
Join Alysse Bryson and her Co-hosts on The Sober Curator Podcast, a compelling podcast dedicated to supporting your journey in long-term recovery and fostering a sustainable sober lifestyle. Each episode features enlightening conversations with individuals who are thriving in sobriety, sharing insights and strategies that have helped them maintain wellness over the years. Discover the routines, mindset shifts, and community support that can enrich your sober life and keep you firmly on the path of recovery.
Experts in wellness, lifestyle coaching, and mental health also provide practical advice to enhance your daily life, focusing on holistic wellbeing and personal growth. Whether you’re reinforcing your commitment to sobriety or seeking inspiration to uplift your sober journey, The Sober Curator Podcast offers the tools and stories to empower you. Tune in through The Sober Curator to connect with a community that celebrates sober living as a vibrant and fulfilling choice.
Welcome to Beats Working: Winning the Game of Events, where party people Alysse Bryson and Libby Sundgren uncover the magic of creating meaningful experiences. From global conferences to local gatherings, we share stories and strategies to turn any event—or life moment—into something unforgettable. Packed with humor, resilience, and a little event-planner grit, this podcast proves there are no small events, only small invoices. Join us as we explore why getting paid to practice truly beats working to get paid.
Winning the Game of Work with host Dan T. Rogers coming in 2026!
This one hits different. In the season finale of Beats Working, Alysse Bryson and Libby Sundgren sit down with producer Tamar Routly for a final look behind the curtain. From near-disasters no guest ever noticed to the quiet power of the people holding it all together, this episode reflects on what the event industry really teaches you over time.
It’s a love letter to the unsung heroes of events — and a reminder that even when everything feels like chaos backstage, the audience still experiences magic.
Takeaways:
The best events are held together by people you rarely see, but always need
What feels like failure behind the scenes often feels like magic to attendees
Event professionals operate with resilience, adaptability, and quiet brilliance
Perspective shifts everything. You never attend an event the same way again
Community, collaboration, and storytelling are the real heartbeat of this industry
The Beats Working party isn't over! What's next for the podcast
Timestamps:
[00:01:07] — Season finale kickoff + why this episode matters
[00:02:00] — Meet Tamar: the voice behind the edits (and the outtakes)
[00:03:02] — Favorite moments + behind-the-scenes hilarity
[00:04:00] — The invisible heroes of events
[00:05:00] — What guests never see when things go wrong
[00:06:00] — “Clipboard people” and why they run the show
Resources & Links:
-Alysse Bryson: LinkedIn & The Sober Curator
-Tamar Routly: LinkedIn & Podcast Impact Studio
-Libby: Bio & LinkedIn
Connect with Us:
-Website: www.beatsworkingpodcast.com
-LinkedIn: @Beats Working Podcast
-Instagram: @beatsworkingpodcast
-Facebook: @Beats Working
-YouTube: @beatsworkingpodcast
Follow & Subscribe:
If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners.
Send Feedback:
If you have a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at info@beatsworking.show.
Beats Working is a platform on a mission to redeem work—the word, the place, and the way. We believe that work is the most honorable act in the universe, and through inspiring stories and practical insights, we want to transform the way people think about work and help them discover greater fulfillment in their lives. We invite you to join us as we build community through sharing and actively demonstrating what we learn.
Share the Show
Meet Your Host - Alysse Bryson
Alysse Bryson’s journey from a high-profile media professional at Seattle Met magazine to a leading advocate in the sober community showcases her resilience and adaptability. As the Director of Business Development at KING 5 Media Group, she brought creativity to the corporate sphere. However, her most impactful transformation began with her decision to embrace sobriety, which has since become central to her career and advocacy. Now, as Vice President of Community Development at WORKP2P, Alysse integrates her media expertise with innovative community projects, further demonstrated through her involvement in the BEATS WORKING Show.
In addition to her professional roles, Alysse founded The Sober Curator, an online platform providing resources and support to the recovery community. This initiative grew to include the Sober Curator Podcast, a vibrant outlet for discussing sobriety, lifestyle, and personal growth, making her a prominent figure in the sober movement. Alysse’s personal life is deeply rooted in the Pacific Northwest, enriched by her roles as a mother and her interests ranging from art to travel, illustrating her dynamic approach to life and continued dedication to making a difference.
For more detailed information about Alysse Bryson and her work, you can visit her website here.
Featured Conversations Across the Airwaves
