I'll Try Anything Twice - with Carly Schwartz
I'll Try Anything Twice - with Carly Schwartz

Sober Awkward

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Sober Awkward

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Have you ever woken up from a big night out and said ‘I’m never drinking again!’ Then found yourself waving $50 at a barman by Happy Hour. Well, so have Vic and Hamish. Join them on this hilarious and relatable podcast about being sober in a world soaked in alcohol. Each week they discuss different boozy topics and open up a shame shed of humiliating stories. Vic and Hamish bring humour and honesty to sobriety. These two ex-binge drinking, party animals tell it like it is. Vomit, one-night stands and life on the other side of their own destructive drunken behaviour. So, if you’ve hit a wall, you're fed up with anxiety, headaches and blackouts or you just need some sober inspiration... then go put the kettle on and learn how to feel the awkward and do it anyway!

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Finding Sobriety: Carly Schwartz's Journey

Episode Overview

Sobriety can transform your life in unexpected ways.
Community support is crucial for recovery.
Adventure can be both an escape and a path to self-discovery.
Mental health struggles often accompany addiction.
It's never too late to seek help and change your path.

“I was sick and tired of feeling sick and tired.”

Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Join Vic and Carly Schwartz in a candid chat that blends humour with raw honesty. Carly, a journalist and author, shares her rollercoaster ride from chaotic parties to life-altering realisations in her memoir, 'I'll Try Anything Twice'. Her tales of adventure, risky escapades, and the quiet moments of self-discovery paint a vivid picture of a life once fuelled by alcohol and drugs.

The conversation touches on the often-overlooked impact of substances on mental health, as Carly reveals how her depression was exacerbated by her lifestyle choices. In a light-hearted yet poignant exchange, Vic and Carly discuss the turning points that led them to sobriety, exploring the balance between adventure and escapism. They reflect on the power of community and the importance of seeking help, no matter where you are on your journey.

Carly's story is one of transformation and finding peace in sobriety, with Vic providing a supportive platform for these honest revelations. Whether you're on your own path to recovery or simply intrigued by the stories of those who've faced addiction head-on, this episode offers a refreshing perspective. It's a reminder that the journey to sobriety is personal and unique, yet universally relatable. Ready to dive into a tale of resilience and humour?

This episode might just be what you need to inspire your own journey.

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