Forget happy hour—this week it’s headline o’clock, and sobriety is stealing the spotlight. Here’s what’s making waves in sober pop culture:
Drew Barrymore’s Sober Squad
Daytime TV queen Drew Barrymore is using her platform to amplify stories of sober celebrities. With guests like Demi Lovato and Rob Lowe, her show is quickly becoming the Sober Oprah couch—where clarity is mandatory and vulnerability is celebrated. This visibility helps normalize sober living in mainstream media and gives fans real, relatable role models.
Armchair Expert’s 33 Sober Guests
On the podcast front, Dax Shepard’s Armchair Expert has featured 33 sober guests, including Jason Bateman and 50 Cent. It’s proof that being sober and successful in Hollywood is not only possible—it’s inspiring. The show is helping reshape what it means to be part of the sober community in pop culture.
The Sober Revolution: Genes, Gen Z, and Pop Culture
While science says genetics can predispose people to alcohol use, Gen Z is choosing kombucha, therapy, and TikTok over hangovers. This generational shift is redefining what social life looks like in America. From pop culture to biology, the sober revolution is happening faster than you can say “mocktail.”
Do’Mo: Brain Fuel in a Can
Move over energy drinks—Do’Mo is a sober lifestyle brand that promises brain fuel without the jitters. Think of it as Red Bull with a mindfulness practice. For sober curious and sober living advocates, beverages like Do’Mo are expanding the options for what to drink when you’re not drinking.
Sober Pride Parties Hard
Who needs vodka shots when you’ve got glitter, music, and sober pride? From blurry photos to sweaty dance floors, sober parties are proving you can have the same energy without the hangover. It’s the same drama, less puke—and a major win for the sober community.
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Sober Sip Spotlight: Gary Oldman at 28 Years Sober
Gary Oldman—67 years old, 28 years sober, and still commanding every room. From Shakespearean blackout nights to legendary Hollywood roles, he proves sobriety is the ultimate anti-aging serum.
Sober Events to Check Out
- Sober Songs: The Musical (NYC, all September) – Broadway energy, minus the spilled wine.
- Wisconsin Voices for Recovery Rally (Sept 6) – Cheese, bratwursts, and chants louder than Packers fans.
- Recovery Days at the Mariners (Sept 14) – Baseball without the beer goggles.
- Rally Caps for Recovery Month at the Twins (Sept 16) – More rally caps than your grandma’s basement.
- Antigua 12 Sober Travel Retreat (Oct 25–Nov 1) – Sun, sand, and sober fun.
Check The Sober Curator’s Sober Events and Sober Retreats Calendars for even more coast-to-coast buzz-free adventures.
Getting sober is one thing—but staying sober? That’s where the real adventure begins. The Sober Curator Podcast, hosted by Alysse Bryson and featuring the many voices of Sober Curator Contributors, proves that ditching booze doesn’t mean ditching fun, pop culture, or your social life.
Each episode serves up bold conversations, celeb interviews, zero-proof cocktail inspiration, and pop culture deep dives—all with laughs, honesty, and zero preachy vibes. Whether you’re sober or sober-curious, you’ll find insider tips, real-life stories, and endless reasons to love the alcohol-free life. Pull up a seat—this party’s just getting started!
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.
It’s been 30 years since Trainspotting splashed into our lives with all the grit, grime, dark humor, and cultural punch that made it an instant classic. In this episode, Alysse, Tamar, and Sober Curator contributor Tony Harte take a wild, witty, and brutally honest deep dive into the most iconic addiction film ever made. From the infamous baby scene to the “Choose Life” manifesto to the worst toilet in Scotland, we unpack why Trainspotting still hits differently—especially when you watch it sober. Buckle up: this is pop culture autopsy meets sober storytelling at its finest.
Takeaways:
Trainspotting remains one of the most accurate depictions of addiction—messy, funny, tragic, and painfully human.
Irvine Welsh’s books are even darker than the film (yes, it’s possible).
Renton’s detox sequence is still one of the most iconic portrayals of withdrawal on screen.
The film’s religious symbolism is subtle but rich—from “Mother Superior” to the baptism-like toilet dive.
The soundtrack (Iggy Pop! Lou Reed! Underworld!) is a cultural time capsule of 90s grit and rebellion.
Key Timestamps:
[00:02:00] — Meet Tony Harte and his legendary Trainspotting bucket hat
[00:03:00] — Why no one watches Trainspotting sober and feels nothing
[00:07:00] — Ewan McGregor on-set: very much not sober
[00:14:00] — The brutal reality of Tommy’s storyline
[00:17:00] — The baby scene: the rawest depiction of addiction’s cost
[00:23:00] — Fun fact: Trainspotting won Seattle’s Golden Space Needle Award
[00:28:00] — Hidden religious symbolism throughout the film
Resources & Links:
Tony Harte — Sober Curator Contributor & Stoic Sobriety writer
Trainspotting book review on The Sober Curator (by Tony)
–Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide
–Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide
–LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide
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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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