The Sober Connection
Podcast Description
Hosted by Abi King, an ex-daily drinker turned sobriety coach based in New Zealand, this podcast is for people who are curious about a sober life. Episodes will discuss a variety of sobriety related topics with the aim of helping people understand the dangers of a regular drinking habit. With a mixture of short "tips & tricks" episodes, and longer guest interviews, The Sober Connection podcast hopes to provide you with a glimpse into a life without alcohol, proving that being sober is anything but boring.
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The podcast primarily focuses on sobriety-related issues, self-reflection, and community support. For instance, episodes delve into personal journeys of sobriety, exploring challenges such as quitting alcohol and the subsequent mindset shifts. Specific examples include conversations about the importance of community in recovery, as seen in Episode 2 with guest Kate Taylor, as well as practical advice for newcomers to sobriety in Episode 1.
Hosted by Abi King, an ex-daily drinker turned sobriety coach based in New Zealand, this podcast is for people who are curious about a sober life. Episodes will discuss a variety of sobriety related topics with the aim of helping people understand the dangers of a regular drinking habit. With a mixture of short “tips & tricks” episodes, and longer guest interviews, The Sober Connection podcast hopes to provide you with a glimpse into a life without alcohol, proving that being sober is anything but boring.
What do you do when you’re worried about a loved one's drinking?
In the final episode of Season 3 of The Sober Connection, I’m joined by New Zealand journalist and broadcaster Corin Dann for a conversation from a perspective we don’t hear from nearly as often – the person standing alongside someone whose relationship with alcohol is becoming a concern.
Corin’s wife, Lotta Dann (a guest in Season 1), has just celebrated 15 years of sobriety. Corin shares what her drinking looked like from his side, what changed when she stopped, and what it has been like watching her life – and their family life – evolve over the years since she chose a sober life.
We also talk about Corin’s friendship with Paddy Gower and the conversation Paddy has credited with helping change his life (Season 3/Episode 2). Corin takes us back to what he was noticing, why he became worried, and what happened when an on-camera conversation between two mates suddenly became very real.
We talk about how difficult it can be to tell someone you’re worried about them, why appearing “high functioning” doesn’t mean alcohol isn’t causing harm, the importance of making space for people who don’t drink, and how to approach these conversations from a place of care rather than judgement.
A really thoughtful conversation about friendship, family, drinking culture – and sometimes having the courage to say something.
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