🎙️ Throwback Thursdays on Sober Awkward!

Every Thursday, we’re serving up a little slice of Sober Awkward history – 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 you’re new here or a long-time listener, these throwback moments are here to keep you company, remind you you’re 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 – just follow the link in the show notes.

We know one episode a week isn’t always enough – so here’s your extra helping of honesty, humour, and a bit of awkwardness to get you through the week.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here → https://open.spotify.com/episode/4iPUG7j3MaCic6eXS5zwu7?si=uW2fkihHSZiTd4M8YgijFQ

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In today's episode, Hame is joined by Bethany Clarke, who shares her personal and devastating story to raise global awareness about the dangers of methanol poisoning. In November 2024, Bethany and her best friend, Simone White, were traveling in Laos when they were unknowingly served a deadly substance in free shots at their hostel. Simone, along with six other tourists, tragically lost their lives.

This powerful conversation explores the deceitful and deadly nature of methanol poisoning, which is being regularly used as a cheap alternative to alcohol worldwide. Bethany explains how methanol can mimic a severe hangover, making it incredibly difficult to detect in time. She also discusses the journey of grief and her tireless campaign to prevent such a tragedy from happening to others.

Bethany is determined to see a change. She details the progress of her campaign, which has already garnered significant media attention and political support, and outlines what's next, including a push for new travel warnings and school curriculum changes. This is a story of profound loss, but also of incredible resilience and a commitment to creating a legacy of awareness for her best friend.

🎧 Show Notes

Find out more about Bethany's Methanol Awareness campaign here

Join the Facebook Page or follow them on Instagram

Sign the petition to put methanol safety warnings in airports and schools here

💛 Resources & Links

📘 Victoria’s memoir – A Thousand Wasted Sundays

A brutally honest and hilarious look at motherhood, anxiety, and ditching the booze.

👉 Buy the book here

🎧 Listen to more Sober Awkward episodes

👉 www.soberawkward.com

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Our private, supportive online space for sober folk

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📘 Get the Sober Awkward Guide

Our downloadable toolkit for ditching booze the awkward way.

👉 The Sober Awkward Guide

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It’s Vic here, popping on just before my daughter’s school show to give you my top responses for when someone asks why you’re not drinking.

Now, you don’t have to explain yourself to anyone, your sobriety is yours alone, but every now and then some overly curious (or just plain annoying) person will give you a nudge and demand an answer.

So here are ten solid, funny, and totally valid responses to shut down the interrogation, change the subject, or make them laugh so hard they forget they asked.

Happy Saturday, y’all.

Sober Awkward Tools and Links

Join Cuppa – our alcohol-free community

A kind, no-pressure space to connect with others navigating sobriety

www.cuppa.community

Read Vic’s memoir – A Thousand Wasted Sundays

A brutally honest and hilarious look at booze, motherhood, and self-discovery

https://amzn.asia/d/fanNMha

Book a one-on-one session with Vic

Writing mentorship, sobriety support, or just a good old chat

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Explore the full podcast archive

Catch up on all the messy, funny, honest episodes of Sober Awkward

https://open.spotify.com/show/4qXlSc9lDGStYLeYIjrWPH?si=ece6e75ae4f041f9

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🎙️ Throwback Thursdays on Sober Awkward!

Every Thursday, we’re serving up a little slice of Sober Awkward history – 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 you’re new here or a long-time listener, these throwback moments are here to keep you company, remind you you’re 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 – just follow the link in the show notes.

We know one episode a week isn’t always enough – so here’s your extra helping of honesty, humour, and a bit of awkwardness to get you through the week.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here → https://open.spotify.com/episode/131aMTu5Gia9CeYxXgKe2l?si=04d4fea530ab48e3

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When you stop drinking, you don’t just put down the glass, you’re also left holding one big awkward question: Who even am I without booze?

In this funny, honest, and slightly petty episode of Sober Awkward, Vic and Hamish talk about how figuring out your personal values can be the secret weapon in staying sober long-term.

Knowing what you stand for gives you something to come back to when things get wobbly. It helps you set boundaries, say no to the stuff that doesn’t serve you anymore, and build a life that actually feels like yours...not the one your drunk self stumbled into.

If you’ve ever felt lost in sobriety, unsure what’s next, or tempted to slip back into old habits, this episode will help you see why getting clear on your values is not just self-help fluff. It’s how you stop feeling like you’re giving something up and start feeling like you’re stepping into the person you were always meant to be.

Because staying sober isn’t about willpower... it’s about alignment.

And your values are where that starts.

(Oh and we talk about sticking potatoes in car exhausts and other nefarious, drunken debauchery!)

🎧 Show Notes

💛 Resources & Links

📘 Victoria’s memoir – A Thousand Wasted Sundays

A brutally honest and hilarious look at motherhood, anxiety, and ditching the booze.

👉 Buy the book here

🎧 Listen to more Sober Awkward episodes

👉 www.soberawkward.com

🫖 Join The Cuppa Community

Our private, supportive online space for sober folk

👉 www.cuppa.community

📘 Get the Sober Awkward Guide

Our downloadable toolkit for ditching booze the awkward way.

👉 The Sober Awkward Guide

📱 Follow us for daily sober fun:

Instagram: @soberawkward

TikTok: @soberawkward

Facebook: Sober Awkward Community for Women

🚨 Helplines & Support

🇦🇺 Australia

– Alcohol & Drug Foundation (ADF) – 1300 85 85 84

– Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support)

– Hello Sunday Morning / Daybreak App – hellosundaymorning.org

🇬🇧 UK

– Drinkline (NHS) – 0300 123 1110

– Alcoholics Anonymous UK – www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk

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It is one of the questions we get asked most frequently, one of the biggest challenges to anyone in their early sobriety and one of the most important skills to perfect if you want to avoid slipping-up.

How do we socialise without booze?

What do we say/do with our hands/handle drunk people/dance/kiss/flirt/be idiots etc. Sound familiar?

Not only is this one of our favourite topics but it is also one that we feel confident in sharing a fool proof list of Top 10 tips. These have been tried and tested over and over again are a great way to get you prepped for this wild old ride called sober socialising!

Sober Awkward Tools and Links

Join Cuppa – our alcohol-free community

A kind, no-pressure space to connect with others navigating sobriety

www.cuppa.community

Read Vic’s memoir – A Thousand Wasted Sundays

A brutally honest and hilarious look at booze, motherhood, and self-discovery

https://amzn.asia/d/fanNMha

Book a one-on-one session with Vic

Writing mentorship, sobriety support, or just a good old chat

https://www.soberawkward.com/store

Explore the full podcast archive

Catch up on all the messy, funny, honest episodes of Sober Awkward

https://open.spotify.com/show/4qXlSc9lDGStYLeYIjrWPH?si=ece6e75ae4f041f9

Follow us on Instagram

Behind-the-scenes chaos, awkward moments, and sober inspo

@soberawkward

Thanks for listening. Your support means everything. Whether you’ve been here since day one or this is your first toe-dip into the awkward, we’re so glad you found us.

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🎙️ Throwback Thursdays on Sober Awkward!

Every Thursday, we’re serving up a little slice of Sober Awkward history – 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 you’re new here or a long-time listener, these throwback moments are here to keep you company, remind you you’re 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 – just follow the link in the show notes.

We know one episode a week isn’t always enough – so here’s your extra helping of honesty, humour, and a bit of awkwardness to get you through the week.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here → https://open.spotify.com/episode/6eXuIAdr5SDuURh8H1aRFk?si=5ed26e132c174bef

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This week Vic and Hamish tackle that great cultural institution of the pub. From sticky carpets to soggy beer mats, dodgy jukeboxes to landlords with rosy cheeks and probably a drinking problem, pubs have been our second homes and our downfall.

But what happens when you go sober and suddenly the cosiness is replaced by awkwardness. When everyone is shouting rounds and you’re quietly clutching your sparkling water. When a QR code replaces the bartender and you’re asked for a tip before your sad chickpea salad even arrives.

We reminisce about our boozy pub days, debate whether the death of the shout is actually good news, and share our best tips for surviving pubs when you’re not drinking without feeling like a stingy boring weirdo.

If you’ve ever wondered how to navigate mates, rounds and the smell of stale beer without falling back into old habits this one’s for you. Grab your pint of milk and a bag of pickled onion Monster Munch and join us for some awkward honesty.

Whose round is it anyway???

Cheers!

🎧 Show Notes

For more information on Clean Slate just head to www.cleanslateclinic.com

💛 Resources & Links

📘 Victoria’s memoir – A Thousand Wasted Sundays

A brutally honest and hilarious look at motherhood, anxiety, and ditching the booze.

👉 Buy the book here

🎧 Listen to more Sober Awkward episodes

👉 www.soberawkward.com

🫖 Join The Cuppa Community

Our private, supportive online space for sober folk

👉 www.cuppa.community

📘 Get the Sober Awkward Guide

Our downloadable toolkit for ditching booze the awkward way.

👉 The Sober Awkward Guide

📱 Follow us for daily sober fun:

Instagram: @soberawkward

TikTok: @soberawkward

Facebook: Sober Awkward Community for Women

🚨 Helplines & Support

🇦🇺 Australia

– Alcohol & Drug Foundation (ADF) – 1300 85 85 84

– Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support)

– Hello Sunday Morning / Daybreak App – hellosundaymorning.org

🇬🇧 UK

– Drinkline (NHS) – 0300 123 1110

– Alcoholics Anonymous UK – www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk

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Vic’s glasses are broken, her pancakes are drowned in maple syrup, and she’s hopped on the mic to share a list that might just hit a little too close to home. In this episode of Sober Awkward Top Tens, she dives into the classic clues that your relationship with booze might be more messy than manageable.

From texting your ex at 11.47 pm to developing suspicious rashes after red wine, from guilt shopping for detox teas to waking up with kebab receipts in your bra, this one is full of laughs, honesty, and lived experience.

Vic isn’t here to diagnose. She’s here to share the warning signs she missed, the excuses she made, and the moments she now sees for what they were.

If you’re listening to a sober podcast wondering if you’re drinking too much, well… you probably already know the answer.

So grab a fancy soda, avoid texting your ex, and come feel seen in the most awkward and brilliant way possible.

Sober Awkward Tools and Links

Join Cuppa – our alcohol-free community

A kind, no-pressure space to connect with others navigating sobriety

www.cuppa.community

Read Vic’s memoir – A Thousand Wasted Sundays

A brutally honest and hilarious look at booze, motherhood, and self-discovery

https://amzn.asia/d/fanNMha

Book a one-on-one session with Vic

Writing mentorship, sobriety support, or just a good old chat

https://www.soberawkward.com/store

Explore the full podcast archive

Catch up on all the messy, funny, honest episodes of Sober Awkward

https://open.spotify.com/show/4qXlSc9lDGStYLeYIjrWPH?si=ece6e75ae4f041f9

Follow us on Instagram

Behind-the-scenes chaos, awkward moments, and sober inspo

@soberawkward

Thanks for listening. Your support means everything. Whether you’ve been here since day one or this is your first toe-dip into the awkward, we’re so glad you found us.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️ Throwback Thursdays on Sober Awkward!

Every Thursday, we’re serving up a little slice of Sober Awkward history – 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 you’re new here or a long-time listener, these throwback moments are here to keep you company, remind you you’re 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 – just follow the link in the show notes.

We know one episode a week isn’t always enough – so here’s your extra helping of honesty, humour, and a bit of awkwardness to get you through the week.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here → https://open.spotify.com/episode/1aZV2opYI2h0vqPALVTTmn?si=108850e1d8314187

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.