From Brad Pitt’s soulful sobriety to the healing chaos of The Bear, and a round-up of the week’s hottest alcohol-free events, here’s your recap of what’s trending in the soberverse.
Making Sobriety the Star: TJI’s Buzz-Free Headlines
The Sober Curator’s latest episode is a masterclass in what’s cool, clever, and downright exciting about living alcohol-free. Alysse Bryson and Tamar Routly, our dynamic co-host duo, kicked off Dry July with the kind of sharp wit and sparkling energy that makes sobriety look not just sensible—but truly enviable.
Forget tired mainstream gossip: TJI (That Just In) offers “TMZ but with no budget… and make it sober.” The fake sponsor this week? NarcCheese, the only charcuterie board that will call your sponsor for you. If you’re a fan of sparkling water, petty comebacks, and zero regrets, you’re in the right place.
Trending: Wellness Vapes, Brad Pitt, and the Return of The Bear
Sober doesn’t mean boring—especially with these headlines lighting up the recovery world:
1. Plant-Based Vapes:
Move over, mystery vapes. The episode highlights Ripple’s plant-based options, promising “herbal wellness realness” without weird side effects. Lavender and other botanical blends have people buzzing—in a good way—proving self-care can be both fun and functional. As the hosts quip, “Is it wellness or witchcraft? Either way, your lungs just booked a yoga retreat.”
2. Brad Pitt Opening Up:
Next up, Brad Pitt’s raw and honest interview on Armchair Expert makes the headlines. Hearing Hollywood’s golden boy bare his soul about sobriety reminds listeners that recovery heroes are everywhere, even on red carpets. The Sober Curator expanded its “Sober All Stars” guest list—think of it as “the Avengers of recovery.” If sober Tinder existed, the Curator would be right-swiping on all of them.
3. + 4. + 5. The Bear Roars Again:
Forget kitchen chaos; FX’s sleeper hit The Bear dives deep into codependency, grief, and family drama—with a side of gourmet anxiety. Ann Marie brings in a classic Anthony Bourdain line, reminding us, “your body is not a temple, it’s an amusement park.” Season three ups the ante, serving generational trauma and cliffhangers that leave viewers “screaming into [our] aprons.” The Bear delivers healing alongside dysfunction—and proves emotional messiness can be strangely cathartic.
Read our reviews for: SEASON ONE, SEASON TWO, and SEASON THREE.
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– Where can I find inspiring sober podcasts, apps, and creators?
– How do I give back or stay plugged into the sober community
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– Where do I find the good NA drinks that don’t taste like regret?
The Sober Curator is your go-to for sober pop culture, booze-free travel, apps, creators, and community.
We’re not here to help you get sober.
We’re here to help you live sober—and love it.
What happens when a musician trades liquid courage for clarity? In this episode of The Sober Curator Podcast, Alysse Bryson sits down with singer-songwriter Meredith Moon to talk about creativity without booze, overcoming stage fright, and why sobriety didn’t kill her art—it sharpened it. From hitchhiking across Canada to releasing her first fully sober album, Meredith shares an honest, grounded look at what it means to be fully present in your creative life.
Takeaways
Sobriety can enhance creativity—not erase it
Stage fright doesn’t disappear with alcohol, it just gets postponed
Inspiration requires answering the call when it shows up
Balance in sobriety means knowing when to step away
Reading, movement, and snacks are underrated recovery tools
Key Timestamps
[00:01:01] — Welcome to The Sober Curator Podcast + host intro
[00:01:22] — Meet Meredith Moon + her unconventional musical journey
[00:02:28] — Fear of losing creativity after quitting drinking
[00:03:47] — Sobriety as a creative “superpower”
[00:05:32] — Obsession, balance, and boundaries in sober creativity
[00:11:10] — Movement, anxiety relief, and baseline calm
[00:11:30] — Letting food be medicine in early sobriety
[00:12:00] — Reading again: sobriety and cognitive clarity
Notable Resources & Mentions
Meredith Moon — From Here to the Sea (Album)
Compass Records
Warner Music Canada
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Sober Sip Celebrity Spotlight: Eminem ‘Recovery’ Album Hits 15 Years
In the week’s “Sober Sip Spotlight,” Eminem (a.k.a. Slim Shady) celebrates a remarkable 15 years in recovery by dropping a special capsule collection. The shout-out is as much for his resilience as for the anniversary merch—“15 years and still not afraid.” As fans of both recovery and rap, The Sober Curator crew is ready to hand him a “Sober Curator Sobees Award.” Even if you’re not into hip-hop, it’s impossible not to respect the milestone.
SOBER EVENTS at The Sober Curator keeps you in the loop on alcohol-free gatherings happening nationwide. From sober comedy shows and non-alcoholic tastings to festivals, retreats, and sporting events, we highlight vibrant, community-driven experiences from coast to coast. Our goal? To keep you entertained, inspired, and connected—no matter where you live. Need more sober time than one event? We’ve got your back with our Sober Retreat Calendar.
Why Sober Matters: The Sober Curator’s Final Cheers
As Alysse wraps, she reminds us: “Getting sober matters. Staying sober matters more.” The Sober Curator isn’t just about reading headlines—it’s about making sobriety sustainable, supportive, and—most of all—FUN. Whether you’re celebrating 15 years or 15 days, this vibrant community is here to help you “keep it real, keep it fun, and keep it sober.”
Wishing you a safe and sober Fourth of July—cheers, alcohol-free style!
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SOBER POP CULTURE at The Sober Curator is where mainstream trends meet the vibrant world of sobriety. We serve up a mix of movie, podcast, fashion, and book recommendations alongside alcohol-free cocktails, celebrity features, and pop culture buzz—all with a sober twist.
We’re here to shatter the “sobriety is boring” myth with a mash-up of 80s neon, 90s hip-hop edge, early 2000s bling, and today’s hottest trends. From celebrity shoutouts to red-carpet style inspo, this is where sober is as chic as it is fun. To the celebs using their platform for good—our Sober Pop Trucker hats are off to you!
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