???? 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.
Hosted by Alysse Bryson & Tamar Routly, and produced by Podcast Impact Studio, The Sober Curator Podcast brings sober lifestyle, pop culture, & recovery to the mic. Alongside Alysse & Tamar, rotating global contributors join as co-hosts to explore zero-proof drinks, sober travel, quit lit, entertainment, & mental health. This is sober media with personality, perspective, & a glitter bomb of honesty. Sober-curious or living alcohol-free, we’ve got you! We’re not here to help you get sober. We’re here to help you live sober: and love it.
Why do so many films glorify binge drinking?
In this episode, Alysse Bryson and Tamar Routly dive into how media impacts our perceptions of alcohol, aided by insights from Professor Ted Mandell. They explore how movies and TV shows depict alcohol consumption, often glamorizing binge drinking while ignoring the dangers. With a mix of nostalgia, frustration, and hope, the discussion uncovers the powerful but sometimes harmful narratives ingrained in our culture.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Films often portray binge drinking as glamorous and without consequence.
Media can influence and normalize unhealthy drinking habits.
Cultural and media narratives surrounding alcohol are often unrealistic.
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