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šļø Throwback Thursdays on Sober Awkward!
Every Thursday, weāre serving up a little slice of Sober Awkward history ā a short, powerful clip from one of our most-loved past episodes.
Why? Because sometimes, the right words hit differently the second time around. Whether youāre new here or a long-time listener, these throwback moments are here to keep you company, remind you youāre not alone, and offer that little nudge of insight or encouragement just when you need it.
Think of it as a midweek check-in. Something bite-sized to walk with, laugh at, or quietly reflect on. And if the clip hits home? You can go back and listen to the full episode anytime ā just follow the link in the show notes.
We know one episode a week isnāt always enough ā so hereās your extra helping of honesty, humour, and a bit of awkwardness to get you through the week.
š§ Listen to the full episode here ā https://open.spotify.com/episode/41OlRG3E3MUYyk5iwYgyWu?si=1ea546dc93ce4682
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Sober Stories: Brian
09:17|Welcome to our new weekly shortened episodes - Sober Stories!After the overwhelming response to a recent writing competition during which we asked you to share your JOURNEYS to sobriety (the good, the bad and the ugly!), we felt compelled to take things a step further.We asked, you wrote, and now we're sharing the incredible, hilarious, and heartwarming stories you sent us. Get ready to be inspired by your fellow listeners, one story at a time!Happy Saturday, yāall.Sober Awkward Tools and LinksJoin Cuppa ā our alcohol-free communityA kind, no-pressure space to connect with others navigating sobrietywww.cuppa.communityRead Vicās memoir ā A Thousand Wasted SundaysA brutally honest and hilarious look at booze, motherhood, and self-discoveryhttps://amzn.asia/d/fanNMhaBook a one-on-one session with VicWriting mentorship, sobriety support, or just a good old chathttps://www.soberawkward.com/storeExplore the full podcast archiveCatch up on all the messy, funny, honest episodes of Sober Awkwardhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4qXlSc9lDGStYLeYIjrWPH?si=ece6e75ae4f041f9Follow us on InstagramBehind-the-scenes chaos, awkward moments, and sober inspo@soberawkwardThanks for listening. Your support means everything. Whether youāve been here since day one or this is your first toe-dip into the awkward, weāre so glad you found us.
What about if I just drink on holiday?
18:15|šļø Throwback Thursdays on Sober Awkward!Every Thursday, weāre serving up a little slice of Sober Awkward history ā a short, powerful clip from one of our most-loved past episodes.Why? Because sometimes, the right words hit differently the second time around. Whether youāre new here or a long-time listener, these throwback moments are here to keep you company, remind you youāre not alone, and offer that little nudge of insight or encouragement just when you need it.Think of it as a midweek check-in. Something bite-sized to walk with, laugh at, or quietly reflect on. And if the clip hits home? You can go back and listen to the full episode anytime ā just follow the link in the show notes.We know one episode a week isnāt always enough ā so hereās your extra helping of honesty, humour, and a bit of awkwardness to get you through the week.š§ Listen to the full episode here ā https://open.spotify.com/episode/021GHtUCB8iMOyli2i2z5z?si=bab78268d92f4c3e
5. Alcohol? Or Actual Coping Mechanisms?
48:22||Season 12, Ep. 5This week on Sober Awkward, Vic and Hamish accidentally create an entire episode about wanking⦠well, sort of. What started as a heartfelt chat about emotional coping mechanisms somehow spiralled into the worldās most awkward discussion about alone time, saunas, and self-soothing ā in every sense of the word.Inspired by a quote from Elle Macphersonās autobiography āStop focusing on the problem and start focusing on the solutionā the duo explore what it really means to cope without booze. From rage walks and cold plunges to routines, therapy, and slightly questionable spa habits, they break down how to survive lifeās chaos without pouring a drink (or crying into one).Vic shares a very uninspiring story about having a cup of tea and Hamish tells us all about being dull and how his routine helps him feel safe. Expect belly laughs, awkward honesty, and the occasional over-share as Vic and Hamish prove that emotional growth is messy, funny, and occasionally involves a flannel.š Resources & Linksš Victoriaās memoir ā A Thousand Wasted SundaysA brutally honest and hilarious look at motherhood, anxiety, and ditching the booze.š Buy the book hereš§ Listen to more Sober Awkward episodesš www.soberawkward.comš« Join The Cuppa CommunityOur private, supportive online space for sober folkš www.cuppa.communityš Get the Sober Awkward GuideOur downloadable toolkit for ditching booze the awkward way.š The Sober Awkward Guideš± Follow us for daily sober fun:Instagram: @soberawkwardTikTok: @soberawkwardFacebook: Sober Awkward Community for Women
Sober Stories: Nell
07:25|Welcome to our new weekly shortened episodes - Sober Stories!After the overwhelming response to a recent writing competition during which we asked you to share your JOURNEYS to sobriety (the good, the bad and the ugly!), we felt compelled to take things a step further.We asked, you wrote, and now we're sharing the incredible, hilarious, and heartwarming stories you sent us. Get ready to be inspired by your fellow listeners, one story at a time!Happy Saturday, yāall.Sober Awkward Tools and LinksJoin Cuppa ā our alcohol-free communityA kind, no-pressure space to connect with others navigating sobrietywww.cuppa.communityRead Vicās memoir ā A Thousand Wasted SundaysA brutally honest and hilarious look at booze, motherhood, and self-discoveryhttps://amzn.asia/d/fanNMhaBook a one-on-one session with VicWriting mentorship, sobriety support, or just a good old chathttps://www.soberawkward.com/storeExplore the full podcast archiveCatch up on all the messy, funny, honest episodes of Sober Awkwardhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4qXlSc9lDGStYLeYIjrWPH?si=ece6e75ae4f041f9Follow us on InstagramBehind-the-scenes chaos, awkward moments, and sober inspo@soberawkwardThanks for listening. Your support means everything. Whether youāve been here since day one or this is your first toe-dip into the awkward, weāre so glad you found us.
Why is problem drinking so hard to identify?
12:22|šļø Throwback Thursdays on Sober Awkward!Every Thursday, weāre serving up a little slice of Sober Awkward history ā a short, powerful clip from one of our most-loved past episodes.Why? Because sometimes, the right words hit differently the second time around. Whether youāre new here or a long-time listener, these throwback moments are here to keep you company, remind you youāre not alone, and offer that little nudge of insight or encouragement just when you need it.Think of it as a midweek check-in. Something bite-sized to walk with, laugh at, or quietly reflect on. And if the clip hits home? You can go back and listen to the full episode anytime ā just follow the link in the show notes.We know one episode a week isnāt always enough ā so hereās your extra helping of honesty, humour, and a bit of awkwardness to get you through the week.š§ Listen to the full episode here ā https://open.spotify.com/episode/41OlRG3E3MUYyk5iwYgyWu?si=1ea546dc93ce4682
4. Scare Yourself Sober!
41:29||Season 12, Ep. 4This week Vic and Hamish go full Halloween mode, but instead of fake cobwebs and plastic skeletons, theyāre serving up the truly terrifying stuff: the cold, hard facts about booze. From death tolls that rival horror films, to drink-driving disasters, to long-term health risks that make your liver want to pack its bags and leave, theyāre laying it all bare.Why? Because sometimes the only way to spark change is to scare the pants off you. Expect stats, stories, dark humour, and a few dodgy Dracula impressions as they dive into the big picture (alcohol-related deaths), the immediate dangers (accidents, violence, dodgy exes), and the long-term risks (yep, the big C). Oh and Vic reveals that one of her favourite pastimes is scaring children...Itās the spookiest episode of Sober Awkward yet, but donāt worry, thereās hope at the end. Sobriety doesnāt just remove the horror, it gives you the happy ending you didnāt know you needed. (not that sort of happy ending)Enjoy!š Resources & Linksš Victoriaās memoir ā A Thousand Wasted SundaysA brutally honest and hilarious look at motherhood, anxiety, and ditching the booze.š Buy the book hereš§ Listen to more Sober Awkward episodesš www.soberawkward.comš« Join The Cuppa CommunityOur private, supportive online space for sober folkš www.cuppa.communityš Get the Sober Awkward GuideOur downloadable toolkit for ditching booze the awkward way.š The Sober Awkward Guideš± Follow us for daily sober fun:Instagram: @soberawkwardTikTok: @soberawkwardFacebook: Sober Awkward Community for Women
Sober Stories: Lisa
08:44|Welcome to our new weekly shortened episodes - Sober Stories!After the overwhelming response to a recent writing competition during which we asked you to share your JOURNEYS to sobriety (the good, the bad and the ugly!), we felt compelled to take things a step further.We asked, you wrote, and now we're sharing the incredible, hilarious, and heartwarming stories you sent us. Get ready to be inspired by your fellow listeners, one story at a time!Happy Saturday, yāall.Sober Awkward Tools and LinksJoin Cuppa ā our alcohol-free communityA kind, no-pressure space to connect with others navigating sobrietywww.cuppa.communityRead Vicās memoir ā A Thousand Wasted SundaysA brutally honest and hilarious look at booze, motherhood, and self-discoveryhttps://amzn.asia/d/fanNMhaBook a one-on-one session with VicWriting mentorship, sobriety support, or just a good old chathttps://www.soberawkward.com/storeExplore the full podcast archiveCatch up on all the messy, funny, honest episodes of Sober Awkwardhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4qXlSc9lDGStYLeYIjrWPH?si=ece6e75ae4f041f9Follow us on InstagramBehind-the-scenes chaos, awkward moments, and sober inspo@soberawkwardThanks for listening. Your support means everything. Whether youāve been here since day one or this is your first toe-dip into the awkward, weāre so glad you found us.
Vic's Ignored Red Flags!
17:12|Every Thursday, weāre serving up a little slice of Sober Awkward history ā a short, powerful clip from one of our most-loved past episodes.Why? Because sometimes, the right words hit differently the second time around. Whether youāre new here or a long-time listener, these throwback moments are here to keep you company, remind you youāre not alone, and offer that little nudge of insight or encouragement just when you need it.Think of it as a midweek check-in. Something bite-sized to walk with, laugh at, or quietly reflect on. And if the clip hits home? You can go back and listen to the full episode anytime ā just follow the link in the show notes.We know one episode a week isnāt always enough ā so hereās your extra helping of honesty, humour, and a bit of awkwardness to get you through the week.š§ Listen to the full episode here ā https://open.spotify.com/episode/41OlRG3E3MUYyk5iwYgyWu?si=1ea546dc93ce4682
5. Making Up for Lost Time
43:08||Season 12, Ep. 5This week on Sober Awkward, Vic and Hamish take on the gut-punch topic of wasted time... all those years lost to hangovers, hangxiety, dodgy decisions, and ājust one moreā nights that turned into blurry weekends. From poo-in-the-bed confessions (yes, really) to real talk about shame, regret, and reclaiming your hours, they dig into how sobriety gives you back the one thing booze quietly steals - time. Expect plenty of laughs, stats thatāll make your jaw drop (spoiler: youāve probably lost years to hangovers), and a whole lot of truth about how to use your sober clarity to build the life you were actually meant to live.Itās not about mourning the time you lost, itās about making the most of the time youāve got left. So, grab a sick bucket and get ready for some cheesy quotes and way too much poopy talk.Oh, and one last thing, if you can fit five Lindt balls in between each of your toes, Hamish wants to hear from you⦠preferably not with photos.Enjoy!š Resources & Linksš Victoriaās memoir ā A Thousand Wasted SundaysA brutally honest and hilarious look at motherhood, anxiety, and ditching the booze.š Buy the book hereš§ Listen to more Sober Awkward episodesš www.soberawkward.comš« Join The Cuppa CommunityOur private, supportive online space for sober folkš www.cuppa.communityš Get the Sober Awkward GuideOur downloadable toolkit for ditching booze the awkward way.š The Sober Awkward Guideš± Follow us for daily sober fun:Instagram: @soberawkwardTikTok: @soberawkwardFacebook: Sober Awkward Community for Women