Nadine Mulvina
Nadine Mulvina
Black, Sober & Seen: Why Representation in Sobriety Matters | Black History Month Special
Black, Sober & Seen: Why Representation in Sobriety Matters | Black History Month Special
Black, Sober & Seen: Why Representation in Sobriety Matters | Black History Month Special
Friday 6th February 2026
Explore why representation in sobriety is crucial for the Black community in this powerful Black History Month episode.
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Episode Overview
- Representation in sobriety is crucial for cultural healing.
- Sobriety can disrupt harmful narratives about Black identity.
- Access to mental health services is vital for recovery.
- Community and shared experiences foster resilience.
- Sobriety is an act of resistance against systemic oppression.
"I'm sober in a body, in a culture, in a history that was not designed for us to be clear-minded."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? The Sober Butterfly Podcast's special Black History Month episode, 'Black, Sober & Seen: Why Representation in Sobriety Matters,' is a powerful exploration of the unique challenges and triumphs faced by Black individuals in recovery. Hosted by Nadine Mulvina, this episode delves into the importance of representation in sobriety spaces, often dominated by narratives that don't reflect the Black experience.
Through heartfelt throwback clips from past guests, including Ashley Johnson and Yaz, the episode paints a vivid picture of what Black sobriety looks like in real life. From community and identity to trauma healing and entrepreneurship, these stories reveal the multifaceted journey of staying sober while navigating cultural pressures and societal expectations.
Nadine candidly shares her own experience of seeking out sobriety stories that mirrored her own as a Black woman, highlighting the scarcity of such narratives when she began her journey four years ago. This episode is a love letter to the Black community, urging listeners to understand the cultural significance of sobriety and its impact on mental health.
The podcast also touches on the systemic issues that exacerbate addiction in the Black community, such as limited access to mental health services and societal pressures to conform to certain behaviours. Whether you're part of the Black community or an ally, this episode offers valuable insights into why representation matters in sobriety. It's a call to action for all of us to stay woke and support each other in this revolutionary act of living a sober life.
So, are you ready to join the conversation and be part of this transformative movement?