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Alysse BrysonBy Alysse BrysonAugust 26, 20253 Mins Read
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Put down the clickbait and pick up your non-alcoholic bevie of choice—this is TJI: your weekly dose of sober pop culture. Like Entertainment Tonight, but with fewer scandals and way more sparkling water.

THIS JUST IN: Top 5 Buzz-Free Headlines (August 26, 2025) | Sober Curator Podcast

And fueled this week by our fake sponsor: Fomo Be Gone—scented with lavender and pure self-worth. Finally, a fragrance that says, “I don’t need your party, Karen.”


🔥 Top 5 Buzz-Free Headlines

1. Shuffle: Behind the Curtain on Addiction Treatment – Movie Night with The Sober Curator

An unflinching look at the darker corners of the addiction treatment industry. Less Hollywood glam, more raw truth bombs. Think The Wizard of Oz—but when the curtain pulls back, it’s all insurance paperwork and shady practices.


2. Happy Gilmore 2 – Movie Night with The Sober Curator

Adam Sandler dusts off his nine iron for the long-awaited sequel. This time, booze isn’t just a joke—it’s hidden everywhere, from golf bags to sand traps. Part comedy, part Easter egg hunt (if the eggs were mini bottles of Jack).


3. 18 Top Sober Musicians – Music

From Macklemore to Demi Lovato, these sober artists prove you don’t need a bottle to hit the high notes. Bonus: they actually remember their lyrics after the show.


4. Sober Scents: A Guide to Alcohol-Free Perfumes – #ADDTOCART

Spritz this, not that. A roundup of perfumes crafted without alcohol—think sandalwood, jasmine, and botanicals that don’t smell like frat house floor.


5. This Naked Mind by Annie Grace – #QUITLIT

A cornerstone in the quit-lit canon, Annie Grace’s This Naked Mind is more than a book—it’s a Ctrl+Alt+Delete for drinking habits.


🌟 Sober Celeb Spotlight: Stephen King

The king of horror has been sober since the late 1980s after a family intervention. King once described early sobriety as feeling “evicted from life,” but today, it’s the foundation of his creativity. Proof that recovery doesn’t kill art—it fuels it.


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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.

📅 Top Sober Events

  • The Unbuzzed Club Sober Social – Austin, TX, Friday, August 29
    Austin nightlife vibes—minus the 2 a.m. tequila decisions.
  • Soberfest Ohio – Hillard, OH, Sunda,y August 31
    A full-day festival with music, speakers, vendors, and family-friendly fun.
  • Recover OUTloud Music Festival – Colorado Springs, CO, Monda,y September 1
    Live sober music under the Colorado sky—think Red Rocks energy with more hugs and no beer breath.
  • Non-Alcoholic Drink Tasting with Moment – Lake Tahoe, CA, Friday, September 5
    Mocktail flights + lakeside views = an evening you’ll actually remember.
  • Rally for Recovery – Madison, WI, Saturday, September 6
    A massive community rally celebrating sober strength.

👉 For these and more, check out our Events + Retreats Calendar.

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SNL’s “Non-Non” Sketch: Sobering Laugh or Line Crossed?
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In this fiery debut of Hot Takes, Alysse Bryson, Tamar Routly (AKA T-Boog), and new co-host Lane Kennedy unpack SNL’s controversial “Non-Non-Alcoholic Beer” sketch. Was it harmless satire or tone-deaf comedy at the expense of sober folks? The trio digs into stigma, humor, and timing — with personal stories, laughter, and a few very real emotions along the way. 

Takeaways: 

  • Why the SNL sketch sparked such mixed reactions in sober circles. 

  • The fine line between dark humor and damaging stereotypes. 

  • How comedy can both start conversations and reinforce stigma. 

  • The reality of “non-alcoholic” drinking for those in recovery. 

    • Why open dialogue matters more than outrage. 

    Key Timestamps: 

    • [00:02:00] The SNL sketch setup — and why it hit a nerve. 

    • [00:05:00] Humor vs. harm: where’s the line? 

    • [00:10:00] The non-alcoholic beer debate — harmless or high-risk? 

    • [00:14:00] Cultural obsession with alcohol as identity. 

    • [00:18:00] What we wish SNL had done differently. 

    Notable Links: 

    • Watch the original SNL “Non-Non-Alcoholic Beer” sketch on YouTube. 

    • Read Alysse’s full editorial on The Sober Curator. 

    CTA: 
    Join the conversation: Was SNL’s take funny or foul? Comment on Instagram @thesobercurator or tag us with your own #HotTake. 

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