Listen "Can Sobriety Be Fun?"
Episode Synopsis
Nikki and Damaris respond to a question from Sam in Pittsburgh: Can you still have fun without alcohol?
They dive into the rise of the sober-curious movement, the cultural pressure to drink, and how it all shows up in real life—from work events to weddings to Wednesday night cocktails.
Damaris shares how choosing not to drink has become second nature (but not always easy), while Nikki gets honest about how bartending shaped her relationship with alcohol—and how pregnancy was her first real experience of opting out. They also share how they’ve learned to make space for joy without needing a drink in hand.
Plus:
What California Sober actually meansWhy the fake pressure to “join in” is still realHow mocktails and maraschino cherries can change your whole vibeThe role of self-confidence in social drinkingAnd the infamous night they once did tequila shots with Lil Jon at 3am in Atlantic City…and deeply felt it the next day.
As always, the episode starts with what brought some fun into their lives this week—Damaris shares her front porch ritual with press-on nails, and Nikki finds surprising confidence in the perfect sports bra.
Whether you’re sober, sober-curious, or simply sober-sometimes…this one’s for you.
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