Kristen Bear
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Episode 47: Will Abeles (@willabelescomedy)
Episode 47: Will Abeles (@willabelescomedy)
Episode 47: Will Abeles (@willabelescomedy)
Wednesday 19th November 2025
Comedian Will Abeles talks sobriety and comedy with Kristen Bear, exploring the challenges and triumphs of staying sober in a booze-heavy industry.
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Episode Overview
- Sobriety is not a linear journey; expect ups and downs.
- Family and community support are crucial in recovery.
- Being vocal about struggles can attract unexpected support.
- Balancing career and sobriety requires intentional choices.
- Finding alternative ways to engage socially can aid sobriety.
Once a cucumber becomes a pickle, it can't become a cucumber again.
Ever wondered what it takes to maintain sobriety while juggling a career in comedy? Episode 47 of Creative Sobriety features Will Abeles, a nationally touring comedian who has twice topped the iTunes Comedy Charts. Host Kristen Bear chats with Will about his ongoing sobriety journey and how it impacts his work. With light-hearted humour and genuine honesty, Will shares the ups and downs of his path to sobriety, highlighting that it's not always a straight line.
He opens up about the challenges of maintaining sobriety in a booze-heavy industry, how he navigates life on the road, and the role family and community play in his recovery. Will's story is one of resilience, demonstrating that the path to sobriety can be messy but rewarding. If you've ever felt like your journey to sobriety is more of a zigzag than a straight path, you'll find Will's story relatable and encouraging.
His anecdotes about life as a comedian, combined with his candid insights into his personal struggles, make for an engaging listen. So, what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol, especially when surrounded by it? Dive into this episode to find out!