Nik and Lacey look at the past year on Sober Company and what they've learned through the lens of their three most popular episodes. This includes a discussion of the rise in popularity of using psychedelics in recovery and the insights and potential triggers it can bring up. They also talk about the First 90 days episode and how it made them reflect on their own experience in early sobriety and what ultimately led them to lasting sobriety. They also reflect on this past year and the impact Covid has had on their mental health.

Nik and Lacey speak to Meghan Hetfield, a Harm Reductionist, Peer Recovery Support Specialist and Certified Recovery Peer Advocate. They talk about what Harm Reduction looks like in practice, how they've used it in their own recovery and how abstinence isn't always the goal for everyone. Meghan also talks about Harm Reduction Works and what people can expect at their meetings.

Lacey, Nik and their reoccurring guest (and friend!) Jen talk about what the holidays looked like for them when they were in active addiction and how this time of year can be the bermuda triangle for people with addiction. They also talk about what they plan on doing to get them themselves through this uniquely shitty season and what helps when you're feeling lonely, anxious, depressed, and all of the above.

In this episode, Lacey speaks to Douglas Watters, the owner of brand new boozeless bottle shop Spirited Away about the new language we're using for non-alcoholic drinks and about how these drinks have gotten WAY more sophisticated in taste than AF OGs O'Doul's and Martinelli's (though all respect to O'Doul's and Martinelli's). They also ponder the purpose of these types of beverages if there's no alcohol in them and Douglas gives some great drink recommendations for occasions where people would normally consume something alcoholic.

Lacey speaks to Kris Roehling, the President of the Board for Recovery Dharma, a Buddhist-informed path to recovery from addiction of all kinds. It's also a non-profit, peer-led, grassroots organization with meetings all over the world (though they're largely held online now due to covid). Kris gives us some Buddhism 101 and talks about how the philosophy has been so beneficial to her recovery. They also talk about what to expect with the Recovery Dharma program and how you don't have to be a Buddhist to be part of the community or check out meetings.

Nik comes back to talk about all that he's been experiencing in the past few months including serious depression with suicide ideation and a gambling addiction. They talk about what led up to it, what has helped him in the past and whats helping him now (including mountain biking and the election results!). The topics they discuss are super serious but the episode is positive and heartfelt. Please check out the resources listed in our show notes if you're also experiencing thoughts about suicide.

Lacey speaks with golden sunrise collier, a multidisciplinary artist, facilitator, and radical recovery advocate. They talk about harm reduction, what the term "sober"means to them and their mutual problems with AA/12 Step. Golden shares about how isolating it can be when you don't feel like you belong in a particular recovery community and how important it is to have recovery spaces dedicated to Black, queer, trans people. He also tells us about SMART Recovery, what the program is like and what you can expect in meetings.

Lacey speaks to Ben Flint, recovery pal and founder of music licensing company Said So Sound. They talk about making a self care plan for tomorrow's election and how Ben has stayed sober through a lot of changes including his days touring the world with Blue Man Group and the end of entertainment as we know it due to Covid.

Lacey speaks to Nikki Myers, the founder of Yoga of 12-Step Recovery (Y12SR) about how her experience with recovery and relapse inspired her to create Y12SR, a donation-based program that offers 12-step recovery meetings combined with yoga. They talk about how yoga has a direct impact on addiction recovery, what to expect in a Y12SR meeting, and all about somatic therapy. They also talk about how to take care of yourself during this time when emotions can be particularly strong and overwhelming.

Writer Jardine Libaire joins Lacey to talk about her book The Sober Lush, a collection of nonfiction essays. They talk about tapping into the pleasure and beauty of a sober life and how the book's contents can be a help to people in early sobriety as a way to get through cravings as well as a source of inspiration for someone with more time. They also talk about how many of the ideas in the book are particularly helpful during a pandemic and how important community is in staying sober.