Episodes

  • The Year of Love: Gay, Sober, and Finding Home in Recovery with Jonathan Gildart

    The Year of Love: Gay, Sober, and Finding Home in Recovery with Jonathan Gildart
    Jan 21 2026

    What happens when sobriety finally clicks — not just in the body, but in the soul? In this powerful episode, Alysse Bryson sits down with recovery advocate and community leader Jonathan Gildart to talk about incarceration, identity, and finding true belonging in LGBTQ+ recovery spaces. With over 11 years of continuous sobriety, Jonathan shares how service, accountability, and queer community didn’t just help him stay sober — they helped him build a life worth staying for.

    Key Takeaways

    • Why sobriety without community often isn’t enough

    • How LGBTQ+ recovery spaces create safety, accountability, and joy

    • The myth of “I don’t have a drinking problem” — and how it unravels

    • Why service is one of the most powerful relapse-prevention tools

    • How recovery housing builds responsibility, dignity, and connection

    Key Timestamps

    [01:26] Meet Jonathan Gildart & his sober origin story

    [03:00] Incarceration as the unexpected turning point

    [05:10] “I thought I could just drink” — relapse myths

    [08:00] Acceptance, identity, and the search for belonging

    [12:00] Recovery housing & rebuilding adult life skills

    [15:00] Service, leadership, and the Gay & Sober Conference


    Notable Resources & Mentions

    • Oxford House recovery housing

    • Gay & Sober Conference – “The Year of Love” (2026)

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    About:
    Sobriety isn’t the end of the party—it’s just the start of a better one. Hosted by Alysse Bryson, media powerhouse and sobriety’s ultimate hype woman, The Sober Curator Podcast delivers bold convos, pop culture deep dives, and zero-proof living that doesn’t suck. Subscribe now—because getting sober matters, staying sober matters more.

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    55 mins
  • Behind the Rehab Machine: What “Shuffle” Director Benjamin Flaherty Wants Every Family to Know

    Behind the Rehab Machine: What “Shuffle” Director Benjamin Flaherty Wants Every Family to Know
    Jan 14 2026
    In this gripping episode, Alysse sits down with filmmaker Benjamin Flaherty for a powerful conversation about the business behind addiction recovery — and why too many families are left carrying shame, confusion, and financial devastation while trying to save their loved ones. Benjamin’s documentary exposes the economics, ethics, and emotional fallout inside the modern treatment industry, while also honoring the parents, advocates, and survivors who continue fighting for change. From medically assisted treatment debates to the insurance inequalities that shape who gets quality care, this episode goes deeper than most sober conversations dare to go. It’s raw, urgent, and grounded in truth — the kind of discussion that can only happen in a space built for honesty. Takeaways: Families aren’t alone. Many parents attend screenings thinking their child’s exploitation or treatment experience was “their fault” — Benjamin’s film shows the systemic patterns behind the pain. Recovery has an economic engine. Benjamin describes the shocking moment he realized how profitability shapes care, access, and outcomes in the treatment world. Insurance determines who gets humane care. Both Benjamin and Alysse reflect on how “good insurance” gave them safe recovery environments — an advantage many don’t have. Pop culture shapes our understanding. Films like Dopesick, Painkiller, Pain Hustlers, Body Brokers help raise awareness but flatten nuance; documentaries add back the complexity. Conversations spark courage. When parents meet each other at screenings, shame lifts and the real healing begins. Key Timestamps: 00:06:40 — Benjamin’s turning point: quitting alcohol & cocaine in high-pressure advertising 00:07:45 — The myth of “the next milestone” that will magically fix everything 00:08:20 — Why treatment is the only major health process most people don’t understand 00:26:26 — Parents finding relief and validation through the film 00:27:00 — The economics of recovery: what families aren’t told 00:28:00 — Alysse shares her own insurance-based experience and privilege in treatment access 00:28:20 — Pop culture portrayals of recovery & exploitation (Body Brokers, Painkiller, Dopesick) 00:41:56 — The media Benjamin loves — and what representations resonate most Resources & Links: Website / Film https://www.stoptheshuffle.com/ Instagram: @benjaminflaherty YouTube Trailer: OFFICIAL TRAILER | SHUFFLE -Meet the Contributors -Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide -Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide -LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide Connect with Us: -Website: www.thesobercurator.com -Facebook: @The Sober Curator -Instagram: @thesobercurator -X: @thesobercurator -YouTube: @thesobercurator -Pinterest: @thesobercurator Send Feedback: If you have a story, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at thesobercurator@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you! About: Sobriety isn’t the end of the party—it’s just the start of a better one. Hosted by Alysse Bryson, media powerhouse and sobriety’s ultimate hype woman, and joined by Sober Curator contributors, The Sober Curator Podcast* delivers bold convos, pop culture deep dives, and zero-proof living that doesn’t suck. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, or just looking for good vibes without the hangover, we’ve got you covered. Subscribe now—because getting sober matters, staying sober matters more. *The Sober Curator Podcast is a space for open and honest conversations about sobriety, recovery, and alcohol-free living. While we celebrate all paths to a sober lifestyle, some topics discussed may be sensitive or triggering for certain listeners. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you’re in recovery or exploring sobriety, please take care while listening and seek support from trusted professionals as needed.  
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    49 mins
  • Ella Collier on Sobriety, Stardom & The Pop-Star Fantasy—Unfiltered

    Ella Collier on Sobriety, Stardom & The Pop-Star Fantasy—Unfiltered
    Jan 7 2026
    This week on The Sober Curator, Alysse sits down with rising pop powerhouse Ella Collier—singer, songwriter, producer, and sober Gen Z glitter bomb of honesty. From Atlanta rap influences to emotional sobriety, heartbreak breakthroughs, and the pop-star fantasy she both lives and parodies, Ella shares how sobriety amplifies—not restricts—her creativity. They talk anxiety, artistry, community, Muppet Recovery memes (yes, really), bedazzling disasters, and the real-life glow-up that happens when you ditch alcohol and reclaim your energy. This episode is hilarious, heartfelt, hyperpop-coded, and filled with quotable moments that prove—once again—sobriety is the start of a way better party. Takeaways: Emotional sobriety changed Ella’s creative process. She channels heartbreak, internal tension, and joy directly into her lyrics and content with radical honesty. Sobriety = glow-up. Better skin, more money, more libido, more energy. Ella calls it “the ultimate anti-aging hack.” Pop-star fantasy meets real life. Ella loves the glam—but also pulls back the curtain on crying between takes, breakups, and imperfect reality. Connection is part of the work. She hosts Zoom sessions with fans for each new release to build authentic community. Creativity thrives in sobriety. Both Alysse and Ella bond over being "painfully self-aware," driven, and joyfully obsessive about their creative platforms. Recovery memes are culture. Muppet Recovery = required viewing. Ella immediately writes it down. Key Timestamps: 00:00:24 — Ella opens up about anxiety, “addiction to problems,” and survival-mode energy from childhood 00:01:53 — Alysse introduces Ella’s music career: Love Island, NBA2K, X Games, and Spotify’s SALT playlist 00:10–00:20 — Sobriety, self-expression & Ella’s relationship to emotional growth 00:29:00 — Social awkwardness in sobriety + finding community anywhere you go 00:38:00 — Bedazzled books, Barbie mishaps & the joy of crafting sober art 00:41:00 — Pop-star fantasy vs. real life: humor, heartbreak & honesty online 00:49:00 — Ella’s single-release strategy & the “I Don’t Do Drugs” moment Resources & Links: Ella Collier Music — https://ellacolliermusic.com Instagram: @ellacollier Spotify: Ella Collier TikTok: @ellacollier Muppet Recovery article: https://thesobercurator.com/nostalgia-memes-and-sobriety-how-muppet-recovery-on-instagram-became-a-beloved-gem/ -Meet the Contributors -Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide -Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide -LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide Connect with Us: -Website: www.thesobercurator.com -Facebook: @The Sober Curator -Instagram: @thesobercurator -X: @thesobercurator -YouTube: @thesobercurator -Pinterest: @thesobercurator Send Feedback: If you have a story, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at thesobercurator@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you! About: Sobriety isn’t the end of the party—it’s just the start of a better one. Hosted by Alysse Bryson, media powerhouse and sobriety’s ultimate hype woman, and joined by Sober Curator contributors, The Sober Curator Podcast* delivers bold convos, pop culture deep dives, and zero-proof living that doesn’t suck. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, or just looking for good vibes without the hangover, we’ve got you covered. Subscribe now—because getting sober matters, staying sober matters more. *The Sober Curator Podcast is a space for open and honest conversations about sobriety, recovery, and alcohol-free living. While we celebrate all paths to a sober lifestyle, some topics discussed may be sensitive or triggering for certain listeners. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you’re in recovery or exploring sobriety, please take care while listening and seek support from trusted professionals as needed.  
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    57 mins
  • Cheeky Cocktails & Sober Confidence: April Wachtel on Reinventing the Bar World

    Cheeky Cocktails & Sober Confidence: April Wachtel on Reinventing the Bar World
    Dec 31 2025
    This week, Alysse sits down with cocktail queen, educator, and entrepreneur April Wachtel, founder & CEO of Cheeky Cocktails—the bold, minimalist, flavor-forward mixer brand changing how we drink (with or without booze). From 20 years behind the bar to launching a brand designed to make everyone feel included, April shares stories of creativity, visibility, Saved By the Bell aesthetics, brand-building in a sober-curious era, and that time she heroically saved an event from serving mojitos made with actual oil (yes, really) . Whether you love a zero-proof marg or just want better options at the bar, this convo is deliciously inspiring. Takeaways: Inclusion drives innovation. Cheeky was created after April repeatedly felt excluded in bar environments while not drinking—so she built mixers that work for everyone . Cocktails = connection. For April, flavor, hospitality, and celebration matter more than alcohol content. Constraints spark creativity. When COVID hit, she DIY’d her brand design in hours, then later refined it via agency work—scrappiness meets strategy. Pop culture always shows up. Cheeky’s bright vibe? Think Saved by the Bell meets premium minimalism. Taste everything first. Her wildest mishap? Discovering a kitchen had prepped oil instead of simple syrup at a major event—right before 400 guests were served. Hero status unlocked. Key Timestamps: [00:01:34] — Meet April Wachtel: founder, educator, and flavor-obsessed mixer magician [00:04:27] — April’s entrepreneurial spark + early beverage industry days [00:07:18] — Teaching 12,000+ students to craft balanced, beautiful drinks [00:08:00] — Being sober/NA in bar culture + why inclusivity matters [00:17:14] — The Cheeky brand aesthetic: color, culture, and DIY hustle [00:22:00] — The 818 Tequila partnership + surprising professionalism [00:27:08] — Cocktail catastrophes: the “oil mojito” close call Resources & Links: Cheeky Cocktails – https://cheekycocktails.co Follow Cheeky on Instagram: @cheekycocktails Alysse’s reference: BEATS WORKING podcast Pop culture mentions: Saved by the Bell, Gucci “The Tiger” short film -Meet the Contributors -Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide -Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide -LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide Connect with Us: -Website: www.thesobercurator.com -Facebook: @The Sober Curator -Instagram: @thesobercurator -X: @thesobercurator -YouTube: @thesobercurator -Pinterest: @thesobercurator Follow & Subscribe: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners. Plus, the first 50 reviews on Apple Podcasts can win a sleek, limited edition Sober Curator fanny pack! Send Feedback: If you have a story, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at thesobercurator@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you! About: Sobriety isn’t the end of the party—it’s just the start of a better one. Hosted by Alysse Bryson, media powerhouse and sobriety’s ultimate hype woman, and joined by Sober Curator contributors, The Sober Curator Podcast* delivers bold convos, pop culture deep dives, and zero-proof living that doesn’t suck. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, or just looking for good vibes without the hangover, we’ve got you covered. Subscribe now—because getting sober matters, staying sober matters more. *The Sober Curator Podcast is a space for open and honest conversations about sobriety, recovery, and alcohol-free living. While we celebrate all paths to a sober lifestyle, some topics discussed may be sensitive or triggering for certain listeners. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you’re in recovery or exploring sobriety, please take care while listening and seek support from trusted professionals as needed.  
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    51 mins
  • Trainspotting at 30: Why This Brutal Addiction Classic Still Hits Hard

    Trainspotting at 30: Why This Brutal Addiction Classic Still Hits Hard
    Dec 24 2025
    It’s been 30 years since Trainspotting splashed into our lives with all the grit, grime, dark humor, and cultural punch that made it an instant classic. In this episode, Alysse, Tamar, and Sober Curator contributor Tony Harte take a wild, witty, and brutally honest deep dive into the most iconic addiction film ever made. From the infamous baby scene to the “Choose Life” manifesto to the worst toilet in Scotland, we unpack why Trainspotting still hits differently—especially when you watch it sober. Buckle up: this is pop culture autopsy meets sober storytelling at its finest. Takeaways: Trainspotting remains one of the most accurate depictions of addiction—messy, funny, tragic, and painfully human. Irvine Welsh’s books are even darker than the film (yes, it’s possible). Renton’s detox sequence is still one of the most iconic portrayals of withdrawal on screen. The film’s religious symbolism is subtle but rich—from “Mother Superior” to the baptism-like toilet dive. The soundtrack (Iggy Pop! Lou Reed! Underworld!) is a cultural time capsule of 90s grit and rebellion. Key Timestamps: [00:02:00] — Meet Tony Harte and his legendary Trainspotting bucket hat [00:03:00] — Why no one watches Trainspotting sober and feels nothing [00:07:00] — Ewan McGregor on-set: very much not sober [00:14:00] — The brutal reality of Tommy’s storyline [00:17:00] — The baby scene: the rawest depiction of addiction’s cost [00:23:00] — Fun fact: Trainspotting won Seattle’s Golden Space Needle Award [00:28:00] — Hidden religious symbolism throughout the film Resources & Links: Tony Harte — Sober Curator Contributor & Stoic Sobriety writer Trainspotting book review on The Sober Curator (by Tony) “Lust for Life” – The Ultimate Recovery Anthem on a Soundtrack to One of the Druggiest Films Ever Made? -Meet the Contributors -Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide -Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide -LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide Connect with Us: -Website: www.thesobercurator.com -Facebook: @The Sober Curator -Instagram: @thesobercurator -X: @thesobercurator -YouTube: @thesobercurator -Pinterest: @thesobercurator Follow & Subscribe: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners. Plus, the first 50 reviews on Apple Podcasts can win a sleek, limited edition Sober Curator fanny pack! Send Feedback: If you have a story, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at thesobercurator@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you! About: Sobriety isn’t the end of the party—it’s just the start of a better one. Hosted by Alysse Bryson, media powerhouse and sobriety’s ultimate hype woman, and joined by Sober Curator contributors, The Sober Curator Podcast* delivers bold convos, pop culture deep dives, and zero-proof living that doesn’t suck. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, or just looking for good vibes without the hangover, we’ve got you covered. Subscribe now—because getting sober matters, staying sober matters more. *The Sober Curator Podcast is a space for open and honest conversations about sobriety, recovery, and alcohol-free living. While we celebrate all paths to a sober lifestyle, some topics discussed may be sensitive or triggering for certain listeners. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you’re in recovery or exploring sobriety, please take care while listening and seek support from trusted professionals as needed.  
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    41 mins
  • Adam Nimoy on Recovery, Reconciliation & Growing Up with Spock

    Adam Nimoy on Recovery, Reconciliation & Growing Up with Spock
    Dec 17 2025
    Adam Nimoy grew up in the orbit of an icon — but his real journey was learning how to break cycles, heal resentment, and build a relationship with his father, Leonard Nimoy, that felt human rather than legendary. In this deeply honest conversation, Adam shares his path from decades of daily “wake-and-bake” to long-term sobriety, the emotional maturity he fought hard to earn, and the radical power of living amends. From Al-Anon wisdom to Hollywood weirdness to the spiritual humor woven through recovery, Adam proves that even in the shadow of Spock, you can find your own logic — and your own freedom. Hosts: Host: Alysse Bryson, Founder of The Sober Curator Co-Host: Tony Harte, Senior Sober Curator Contributor + Founder of A Stoic Sobriety Takeaways: Emotional maturity is a learnable skill — and often the key to breaking generational patterns. Recovery isn’t just for addicts; everyone is recovering from something. Living amends can heal relationships where words fall short. Acceptance ≠ approval — a vital distinction Adam learned through Al-Anon. The people who challenge us most often become our greatest teachers. Key Timestamps: [00:00] Adam on reconciling with his father — “no regrets” at Leonard’s passing. [03:00] His decision to quit weed after 30 years of daily use. [06:00] “Everyone is in recovery from something” — why recovery tools apply to all. [08:00] Acceptance vs. approval — the secret to surviving complicated parents. [14:30] Writing The Most Human and telling the full story of reconciliation. [18:00] Leonard’s “living amends” during Adam’s wife's cancer battle. Resources & Links: Adam Nimoy — Author of The Most Human For the Love of Spock (2016 Documentary) https://fortheloveofspock.com/ Beit T’Shuvah (Residential treatment & spiritual community referenced) -Meet the Contributors -Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide -Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide -LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide Connect with Us: -Website: www.thesobercurator.com -Facebook: @The Sober Curator -Instagram: @thesobercurator -X: @thesobercurator -YouTube: @thesobercurator -Pinterest: @thesobercurator Follow & Subscribe: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners. Plus, the first 50 reviews on Apple Podcasts can win a sleek, limited edition Sober Curator fanny pack! Send Feedback: If you have a story, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at thesobercurator@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you! About: Sobriety isn’t the end of the party—it’s just the start of a better one. Hosted by Alysse Bryson, media powerhouse and sobriety’s ultimate hype woman, and joined by Sober Curator contributors, The Sober Curator Podcast* delivers bold convos, pop culture deep dives, and zero-proof living that doesn’t suck. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, or just looking for good vibes without the hangover, we’ve got you covered. Subscribe now—because getting sober matters, staying sober matters more. *The Sober Curator Podcast is a space for open and honest conversations about sobriety, recovery, and alcohol-free living. While we celebrate all paths to a sober lifestyle, some topics discussed may be sensitive or triggering for certain listeners. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you’re in recovery or exploring sobriety, please take care while listening and seek support from trusted professionals as needed.  
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    52 mins
  • When Sobriety Gets Messy (Literally): Cat Greenleaf Tells All

    When Sobriety Gets Messy (Literally): Cat Greenleaf Tells All
    Dec 10 2025
    In this hilariously honest and deeply human conversation, Emmy-winning host Cat Greenleaf joins Alysse to spill all the sober tea—from peeing her pants during a double-booking with Tom Arnold and Art Alexakis, to discovering what sobriety actually looks like when you're no longer a “lone wolf.” Cat opens up about service, creativity, aging, friendship with Pee-wee Herman, crafting on cocaine, and the real emotional glow-up that happens when you stop pretending and start living. This episode is equal parts chaos, charm, confessions, and zero-proof realness. Takeaways: Sobriety gets richer when you stop isolating and start connecting with people who speak your language. Cat’s shift from “lone wolf” to community deepened her recovery—and her sanity. Golden-age celebrity stories? Yes please. Especially ones involving Pee-wee Herman sending hourly birthday messages. Creativity, addiction, and reinvention always have a wild intersection (including cocaine-fueled stenciling). “Zero fucks given” remains a valid business plan—and a liberating way to live. Key Timestamps: [00:01:47] — Cat Greenleaf arrives: The sober stoop era begins. [00:04:30] — “Sometimes I wish I’d shut the f*ck up”: Cat on oversharing in recovery. [00:06:13] — The Tom Arnold + Art Alexakis pee-your-pants saga. [00:11:00] — Pee-wee Herman memories: birthday calls & inappropriate Christmas cards. [00:14:21] — Cocaine + crafting: Cat and Alysse trade hilarious addiction-era stories. [00:17:00] — Hobby obsessions, lone-wolf recovery, and life after chaos. [00:22:00] — The infamous dog-poop showdown on Cat’s beach. [00:23:56] — The healing power of work, ocean singing, and coffee. Resources & Links: Cat Greenleaf — SoberNess Podcast Website https://www.soberness.com/ Cat on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sobernesspodcast/ Cat on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@sobernesspodcast Cat on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soberness-podcast/id1768121457 TSC Resources & Links: -Meet the Contributors -Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide -Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide -LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide Connect with Us: -Website: www.thesobercurator.com -Facebook: @The Sober Curator -Instagram: @thesobercurator -X: @thesobercurator -YouTube: @thesobercurator -Pinterest: @thesobercurator Follow & Subscribe: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners. Send Feedback: If you have a story, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at thesobercurator@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you! About: Sobriety isn’t the end of the party—it’s just the start of a better one. Hosted by Alysse Bryson, media powerhouse and sobriety’s ultimate hype woman, and joined by Sober Curator contributors, The Sober Curator Podcast* delivers bold convos, pop culture deep dives, and zero-proof living that doesn’t suck. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, or just looking for good vibes without the hangover, we’ve got you covered. Subscribe now—because getting sober matters, staying sober matters more. *The Sober Curator Podcast is a space for open and honest conversations about sobriety, recovery, and alcohol-free living. While we celebrate all paths to a sober lifestyle, some topics discussed may be sensitive or triggering for certain listeners. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you’re in recovery or exploring sobriety, please take care while listening and seek support from trusted professionals as needed.  
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    49 mins
  • “Goonies Never Say Die” — The Superfan Who Bought the House

    “Goonies Never Say Die” — The Superfan Who Bought the House
    Dec 3 2025
    We went full pilgrimage to Astoria and then sat down with Behman Zakeri — the lifelong Goonies superfan who actually bought the Goonies house. He walks us through the wild buy, the meticulous restoration (yes, the Rube Goldberg works), and how he keeps the magic open to fans without wrecking the neighbors’ peace. It’s fandom, boundaries, community… and a reminder that “Goonies never say die” is a sober mantra, too. Takeaways: Fandom → stewardship: buying the house wasn’t flex, it was a promise to share it with the world. Restoration with receipts: original red trim, distressed fence, working Rube Goldberg (robot chicken and all). Boundaries matter: welcome the selfies; respect the neighborhood and the porch unless invited. Community funds community: a simple donation box helps cover upkeep and keeps the Goon Docs open. Sober parallel: “Goonies never say die” = one-day-at-a-time resilience. Key Timestamps: [00:02:16] Why this convo: fandom, boundaries, and keeping the magic without chaos. [00:16:23] “Tell us everything”: the surreal buy + underdog energy. [00:20:45] The attic, the missing stairs, and the decision to “bring the magic back.” [00:25:06] Chosen over higher offers: why the seller picked heart over money. [00:30:01] Rebuilding the Rube Goldberg so it finally works start-to-finish. [00:41:09] No business, just joy: free tours for charity, Halloween Baby Ruths, and set-design secrets. Resources & Links: -Meet the Contributors -Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide -Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide -LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide Connect with Us: -Website: www.thesobercurator.com -Facebook: @The Sober Curator -Instagram: @thesobercurator -X: @thesobercurator -YouTube: @thesobercurator -Pinterest: @thesobercurator Follow & Subscribe: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners. Plus, the first 50 reviews on Apple Podcasts can win a sleek, limited edition Sober Curator fanny pack! Send Feedback: If you have a story, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at thesobercurator@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you! About: Sobriety isn’t the end of the party—it’s just the start of a better one. Hosted by Alysse Bryson, media powerhouse and sobriety’s ultimate hype woman, and joined by Sober Curator contributors, The Sober Curator Podcast* delivers bold convos, pop culture deep dives, and zero-proof living that doesn’t suck. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, or just looking for good vibes without the hangover, we’ve got you covered. Subscribe now—because getting sober matters, staying sober matters more. *The Sober Curator Podcast is a space for open and honest conversations about sobriety, recovery, and alcohol-free living. While we celebrate all paths to a sober lifestyle, some topics discussed may be sensitive or triggering for certain listeners. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you’re in recovery or exploring sobriety, please take care while listening and seek support from trusted professionals as needed.  
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    1 hr and 3 mins