🎬 Grab Your LaCroix and Your Emotional Support Squirrel
The October 7th episode of This Just In is here, and your sober newscasters Alysse and T-Boog are coming in hot with recovery wins, weird news, and at least one fake sponsor we wish were real.
This week’s Top 5 Buzz-Free Headlines feature everything from birth order and addiction genetics to Questlove’s sober vibes — and yes, a water-skiing squirrel who’s living his best life.
🧠 Big Story #1: “The Bear” – Birth Order, Family Roles & Addiction Genetics
Addiction might run in the family, but so does redemption (and sarcasm). Alysse and T-Boog break down The Bear’s kitchen chaos through a recovery lens — proving “Yes, Chef” might actually mean “Please, therapist.”
🎁 Big Story #2: Sober October Gift Guide 2025
Because nothing says “I love your sobriety” like a bougie candle and an “In My Sober Era” sweatshirt. This year’s guide includes gifts that let you recover out loud without ever saying a word.
⛳ Big Story #3: 72 Hours at Bethpage Black with Soba Golf
Golf, community, and camaraderie — sober style. That’s “par for the recovery course,” and T-Boog swears 72 hours of golf sounds like “rehab for extroverts.” Either way, it’s proof you can chase birdies and serenity at the same time.
⚡ Quick Hits
📘 From Blackouts to Boundaries: Author Suzanne Warye shares The Sober Shift and why PTA meetings are easier without hangovers.
📗 “Greenlights” by Matthew McConaughey Review:
Turns out the secret to life is saying “Alright, alright, alright” — but with a sponsor.
🎭 Fake Sponsor of the Week: People Pleaser Repellent™
“One spritz and you’ll finally say no… without a follow-up apology.”
Side effects may include inner peace, confidence, and losing 10 toxic friendships overnight.
🌟 Sober Celeb of the Week: Questlove
Musician. Director. Author. Recovery rockstar.
He’s living proof that rhythm, recovery, and resilience can coexist — and if Questlove ever launches a Zero-Proof Roots Picnic, we’ll be first in line.
🚨 Breaking Weird: Twiggy the Water-Skiing Squirrel
Yes, you read that right. Twiggy the squirrel made waves (literally) at the Carolina Classic Fair. Alysse says Twiggy’s got better balance than half the people at a bachelorette brunch. T-Boog says if Twiggy doesn’t get a Netflix doc by 2026, “we riot.”
📆 Sober Events Spotlight – Stopwatch Challenge
Five events. Thirty seconds. Zero hangovers.
- Thu 10/9: Drag Bingo – Sober AF Tacoma (Alysse will be there!)
- Fri 10/10: Stop the Shuffle Film Screening – Wilmington, DE
- Sat 10/11: Just F**ing Write Virtual Class with Tawny Lara
- Thu 10/16: Virtual Risotto Class – Teetotal Initiative, Pittsburgh
- Fri 10/17: BigVision Acoustic Series – NYC
Got a sober event? Tag @thesobercurator — we love a good sober party we don’t have to clean up after.
Getting sober is one thing—but staying sober? That’s where the real adventure begins.
This show is for you if you’ve ever wondered:
– Where can I find inspiring sober podcasts, apps, and creators?
– How do I give back or stay plugged into the sober community
– What are the best sober-friendly drinks and travel tips?
– 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.
The Real Margaret Josephs and her bestie Lexi Barbuto bring the Housewives sparkle to The Sober Curator Podcast. Together with Alysse Bryson and her squad, they unpack the inspiration behind Soirée—a sophisticated, non-alcoholic beverage brand born from glam, inclusivity, and celebration. From Palm Springs photo shoots, inking brand deals with Ceasars Palace, and BravoCon buzz to real talk on confidence, sobriety, and female empowerment, this episode is a toast to living fully, fashionably, and alcohol-free.
Takeaways
Luxury, not limitation: Soirée flips the script—sobriety isn’t missing something; it’s elevating it.
Community is the new cocktail: Confidence, friendship, and glam are the ingredients of a modern party.
Design matters: Fashion roots shaped Soirée’s vintage-glam aesthetic and sensory experience.
Empowering young women: Margaret and Lexi aim to inspire confidence and safety on college campuses.
Vegas, baby: Soirée debuts at Caesar’s Palace during BravoCon—proof that non-alcoholic doesn’t mean non-fun.
Key Timestamps
[00:03:41] Margaret shares how her relationship with alcohol inspired Soirée.
[00:07:00] The Palm Springs “Slim Aarons” photoshoot magic.
[00:10:13] Flipping the mocktail narrative—why “nothing is missing.”
[00:18:00] New flavor drop: Café Spritz for Dry January ☕
[00:23:00] Building confidence for young women and redefining college culture.
[00:35:00] Soirée joins Caesar’s in Vegas just in time for BravoCon.
[00:47:30] Margaret’s self-care confession: Heath Bar Blizzards + binge-watching.
Guest Links
Soirée Official Site: www.drinksoiree.com
Instagram: @drinksoiree
Margaret Josephs: @therealmargaretjosephs
Lexi Barbuto: @lifeofmrsb
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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.
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