This week’s THIS JUST IN mini-episode of The Sober Curator podcast features Alysse Bryson and Tamar Routly serving up a mixed cocktail of nostalgia, fandom, and sober culture—hold the booze, of course. With a little sass and snark, here are the Top 5 Articles you won’t want to miss:
- Sandler Swings, Stumbles, and Stashes Booze in Weird Places in Long-Awaited Sequel Happy Gilmore 2 – Adam Sandler’s back on the green, but this time the hidden bottles and personal struggles add depth to the laughs.
- STANS: A Love Letter to Eminem from His Ride-or-Die Fans – Sobriety, mental health, and one of music’s most loyal fanbases come together in this raw, revealing doc.
- Welcome to “Twitchland” – A surreal work of addiction fiction where the high comes from nuclear waste (yes, really).
- SoberPlatz Debuts at Musikfest – Mindful moments meet live music at America’s largest free music festival.
- #ADDTOCART: Pink Cloud Coffee – Proof that caffeine can be both a vice and a virtue.
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Sir Elton John just hit a staggering 35 years sober, proving once again why he’s the ultimate sober GOAT. From surviving the chaos of rock ’n’ roll excess to becoming one of the most celebrated artists and philanthropists in the world, Elton has turned his recovery into a superpower. His honesty about his struggles, dedication to helping others, and continued creative brilliance make him living proof that sobriety doesn’t just save lives—it can make them legendary.
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- Aug 14 – NYC: The FAM x Third Place Bar: Sobriety & Mental Health in Music
- Aug 17 – Rock Hill, SC: Sober Sisters DIY Workshops
- Aug 17 – Los Angeles: The Sober Show
- Aug 21 – St Paul, MN: The Future of Alternative Beverages
- Aug 23 – Tacoma, WA: A Summer Charmed Kinda Life – DIY Charm Bracelets
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Welcome to HAPPY EVERY HOUR, your go-to hub for all things NA (non-alcoholic). We review alcohol-free beers, ciders, wines, spirits, RTDs (ready-to-drink), and share NA cocktail recipes that taste just as good—if not better—than the boozy originals. Whether you’re sober, sober-curious, or just taking a break, this is where great taste meets zero proof.
TRIGGER WARNING: People in early sobriety may want to proceed with caution. Always read labels. Please hydrate responsibly … #becausedrunkneverlooksgood.
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