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 finding her feet sober.
We talk about her decision to stop drinking in the lead-up to his death, and how sheβs stayed sober since. Does experiencing grief without alcohol change how we move through it? Does it get easier, or do we learn to live alongside it?
We also explore the drinking culture around funerals. Why does paying our respects so often involve raising a glass? Could being fully present be another way of honouring someone we love?
Victoria shares memories of her dad and his passion for animation, which gets us talking about creativity, purpose and what we lean on when life gets difficult. She also opens up about how sobriety has helped her feel more confident in herself and her business decisions.
And yes, we cover parquet flooring, teenage tomfoolery and fingering. A broad agenda, even by our standards.
An episode packed with love, laughter and an inspiring personal story from a woman we absolutely bloody love.
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