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Sober Awkward

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Sobriety
Alcohol
Mental Health
Alcoholism
Alcohol Consumption
Parenting
Alcohol Addiction
Anxiety
Recovery
Grief
Personal Growth
Addiction
Community Support
Binge Drinking
Shame
Social Anxiety
Drinking Culture
Alcohol Dependency
Sober Dating
Therapy

Winner, Best Wellbeing Podcast at The Australian Podcast Awards 2024

Have you ever woken up after a big night and announced, “I’m never drinking again,” only to find yourself six hours later waving $50 at a barman? Or perhaps you were more of a stay at home drinker, quietly opening the wine once the day was done and wondering when one glass started turning into, well, considerably more than one gl... more

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This week, Vic is joined by comedian, No Holes Barred podcaster and FitBtch co-founder Victoria Emes. Known for her hilariously honest take on motherhood and midlife, Victoria brings that same openness to a conversation about losing her dad and findi... more

Do you have to get a bit spiritual when you get sober? And what the hell does being “spiritual” actually mean?

This week, Vic and Ulrika chat about whether sobriety naturally makes you start looking for something a little bigger than little old you.... more

If you’ve ever promised yourself you’d only have a couple of drinks, then found yourself ordering shots and explaining your life story to a stranger in a kebab queue, this episode is for you.

This week, Vic and Ulrika dive headfirst into one of the ... more

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Have you ever woken up after a night of drinking with your heart racing, convinced you’ve embarrassed yourself, upset someone, or somehow ruined your entire life? That awful feeling has a name: hangxiety.

This week, Victoria is joined by Millie Gooc... more

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Victoria Emes
Comedian, writer, content creator and FitBtch co-founder
FitBtch
Episode: Grief, Sobriety (and Parquet Flooring) with Victoria Emes
Millie Gooch
Founder of Sober Girl Society and author of Hangxiety
Sober Girl Society
Episode: Hangxiety - with Millie Gooch
Cat Sims
Author of The Mental Load Diaries, Not So Smug Now; podcaster and public speaker on motherhood and sobriety
Not So Smug Now / Your Not The Only One
Episode: Why I’m Proud to Call Myself an Alcoholic - with Cat Sims
Kelly Gunn
Breast cancer survivor and sobriety advocate
Unapologetically After Cancer / Phoenix House
Episode: Did Alcohol Give Me Cancer? with Kelly Gunn
Kate Baily
Founder of Love Sober, coach, author, yoga teacher, menopause do-ler
Love Sober
Episode: Does Your Sobriety Have Seasons? with Kate Baily & Amy Doyle
Amy Doyle
Registered holistic counsellor
Brisbane, Australia
Episode: Does Your Sobriety Have Seasons? with Kate Baily & Amy Doyle
Dave Hughes
Comedian, Aussie TV and radio presenter
Australian entertainment industry
Episode: Dave Hughes on Quitting Young and Living in the Now
David Nutt
Professor of Neuropsychopharmacology at Imperial College London, founder of Drug Science
Drug Science / Imperial College London
Episode: Your Brain, Your Body, Your Hormones, Your Risk - with Professor David Nutt
Seye Adelekan
Nigerian-British bassist, singer, songwriter and music maker, best known for Gorillaz
Gorillaz
Episode: Beyond the Applause with Gorillaz Bassist Seye Adelekan

Hosts

Ulrika Jonsson
Broadcaster and writer with experience of stay-at-home drinking
Victoria Vanstone
Author and podcaster with a background in binge drinking

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Scripted and read

    I tried listening to this recently and whilst the hosts appear sincere it just sounds so scripted and read. Found myself feeling increasingly anxious and irritated so have deleted

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kate.ShortforBob
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Vic you absolute legend

    I cannot believe you got Ulrika Johnson as your new co-host…a continuing long term listener. You have improved my life immeasurably x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alisbc1
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Love it!!!

    Finding humor in sobriety (and our former alcohol use disorder) is such a gift, and Vic keeps me chuckling in the most delightful way. In addition, she brings soul and heart right along with it to reflect the deep growth that comes with sobriety. If I could start every morning listening to her podcasts, I would. Thank you , Vic. 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary Alice Stephens
    United States2 months ago
  • Fantastic

    I really appreciate the humor! It’s like I’m listening to a podcast with my best friend! Your stories are so relatable and have helped me to realistically assess my drinking. Keep doing what you’re doing! Thank you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Saramallory
    United States3 months ago
  • Great funny resource for keeping sane & wise on staying sober

    Love the host’s conversational style. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helswave
    Ireland3 months ago

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Listeners value the balance of entertainment and serious reflection, with some saying the conversations helped them change their relationship with alcohol.
A minority find the humor forced or the conversation overly scripted, and some object to frequent swearing.
Listeners often praise the hosts' humor, candid stories and natural banter, describing the conversations as relatable and companionable.
Many say the discussions offer practical, nonjudgmental support for questioning alcohol use and maintaining sobriety.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Grief, Sobriety (and Parquet Flooring) with Victoria Emes
Q: What would you say to someone worrying about how they'll cope sober when that time comes?
Emes says grief still hurts, but sobriety makes it possible to ride it out and process it more manageably. She describes grief as unpredictable and emphasizes accepting death as part of life.
Grief, Sobriety (and Parquet Flooring) with Victoria Emes
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about that story?
Emes recounts her father's leukemia diagnosis and explains that as her drinking became less controlled, she decided to stop because she feared she would not cope with grief while drinking.
Hangxiety - with Millie Gooch
Q: If someone really is listening and they're trapped in that kind of awful cycle of drinking, because they're anxious and then becoming more anxious because they're drinking, what's the first thing you'd say to them?
Millie says they are not alone, their brain is not broken, and many people experience this. She encourages finding support and help.
Hangxiety - with Millie Gooch
Q: How did anxiety show up for her when she was hung over?
Millie describes waking after blackouts unsure what happened or what she had lost, then imagining that she had behaved terribly and that her friends hated her. Reassurance often failed to stop the paranoia and shame.
Did Alcohol Give Me Cancer? with Kelly Gunn
Q: What would you tell someone, you know, that's struggling with alcohol and just dealing with a lot?
She urges finding a meaningful alternative that brings joy and health, seeking help, and recognizing that sobriety is a continual journey rather than a finish line.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sober Awkward

What is Sober Awkward about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Candid conversations about life without alcohol, hosted by author Victoria Vanstone and broadcaster and writer Ulrika Jonsson, who draw on their different experiences of binge drinking and drinking at home. They mix personal stories, humor and practical discussion to explore sobriety, alcohol use, anxiety, identity, relationships, motherhood and the awkwardness of socializing without booze. Guest conversations bring in authors, sobriety advocates, counselors and public figures to share lived experience and professional perspectives on recovery, health and life after drinking. The tone is frank and irreverent rather than prescriptive: sobriety is presented as a messy process, not a makeover into a perfect lifestyle. A good fit for people que... more

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Recent guests on Sober Awkward include:

1. Victoria Emes
2. Millie Gooch
3. Cat Sims
4. Kelly Gunn
5. Kate Baily
6. Amy Doyle
7. Dave Hughes
8. David Nutt

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