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Nick Thune's Absinthe Relapse and the Comeback That Followed
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Nick Thune's Absinthe Relapse and the Comeback That Followed Comedian and actor Nick Thune gets brutally honest about his sobriety journey—getting sober at 17, staying dry for 12 years, and the one drink in Vegas that triggered a decade-long relapse. From absinthe and near-death moments to a comeback rooted in faith, fatherhood, and self-forgiveness, this is one of Soberness’ most raw and redemptive episodes yet. If you've ever questioned your relationship with alcohol, struggled with shame, or wondered what recovery can really look like—this conversation is for you. - WATCH THE FULL...
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Jonathan Goldstein on Family, Forgiveness & F-Bombs
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Black, Sober, and Still Not Believed: Stories from the Frontlines
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Margaret Cho Opens Up About 19 Months in Rehab—and What Came After
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Comedian, actress, and activist Margaret Cho opens up about her 19 months in rehab, her sobriety journey, and how Korean culture, fame, and addiction intersected in her life. From using music and EMDR therapy to heal, to discussing phone anxiety, text therapy, and relapse fears, Margaret shares a deeply human and relatable path to recovery. We also talk about the pressures of perfectionism, the silence around addiction in Asian communities, and how she’s embraced aging, activism, and self-acceptance through comedy, style, and spiritual practice. If you're navigating sobriety,...
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Surviving AIDS and Addiction: Louie Mandrapilias’ Unbelievable Story | Soberness Podcast
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He Didn't Know He Belonged—Until Al-Anon | Philip Galanes On Soberness
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Radha Agrawal Built a Sober Party Empire—Here’s Why | Soberness Podcast
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Gabby Bernstein on Getting Sober, Staying Grounded, and Letting Go | Soberness Podcast
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Why Lawrence Zarian Almost Didn't Make It—and How He Turned It Around | Soberness Podcast
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info_outlineIn this episode of Soberness, a panel of top chefs and mixologists discusses the challenges and triumphs of staying sober in the high-pressure world of hospitality. Recorded live at the Mindful Drinking Festival, these culinary experts share their personal stories of addiction, recovery, and how mindfulness has shaped their approach to life.
Discover how the industry’s culture is shifting toward inclusivity, with non-alcoholic trends taking center stage and offering hope to those on their sobriety journey. Whether you're in hospitality or curious about the intersection of food and mindful living, this episode serves up plenty of inspiration and insight.
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00:00 Introduction
01:15 The pressure of hospitality and addiction
04:22 Why the industry normalizes alcohol use
07:48 Chef stories: Personal battles with sobriety
11:32 Finding balance in a high-stress kitchen
14:05 How mindfulness transformed their careers
17:20 The rise of non-alcoholic options in fine dining
20:35 Challenges of creating sober-friendly spaces
23:50 Advice for chefs and hospitality workers in recovery
26:45 Audience Q&A: Sober strategies for hospitality professionals
29:10 Closing remarks and future trends in mindful drinking
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