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  • Do You Remember Anything About University?

Do You Remember Anything About University?

Wednesday 21st May 2025

Vic and Hamish revisit their chaotic university days, blending humour with hard truths about alcohol's impact on student life.
26 minutes
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University Days: From Party Nights to Sober Realities

Episode Overview

  • University often brings peer pressure to drink excessively.
  • Balancing fun with academic responsibilities can be challenging.
  • Long-term impacts of student drinking include financial and mental health issues.
  • Recognising unhealthy habits early can lead to positive change.
  • Humour and honesty are powerful tools in discussing sobriety.
"I have very, very little memory of my time at university...the only thing I gained was a BA honours in being a total fuck-up"
Imagine university life as a blur of late-night parties, questionable decisions, and a haze of alcohol-induced memories – or lack thereof. In this episode of 'Sober Awkward', Vic and Hamish take a trip down memory lane, sharing their chaotic university experiences with humour and honesty. They paint a vivid picture of student life where education often took a backseat to endless nights out and cheap drinks.
Vic recalls her time at university as a whirlwind of drug-fuelled nights and missed lectures, describing herself as the nightmare flatmate who turned the kitchen into a makeshift nightclub. Hamish, on the other hand, shares tales of his own university days filled with treble vodka shots and all-night FIFA sessions. The duo explore how the pressures of fitting in and societal expectations can lead students to rely on alcohol as a crutch, often spiralling into unhealthy habits.
Through their candid stories, Vic and Hamish highlight the stark reality many students face – the struggle to balance fun with responsibility. They also touch on the long-term impact of these habits, from financial woes to mental health challenges. But amidst the laughter and nostalgia, there's a serious undertone about the importance of recognising these issues early on.
If you're someone who's ever woken up after a wild night out with only hazy memories and a pounding headache, this episode might just resonate with you. Vic and Hamish's journey from reckless party animals to sober advocates is not only relatable but serves as a reminder that it's never too late to change your path. Tune in for a blend of humour, raw honesty, and maybe even a nudge to rethink those university habits.
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