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Ollie and Dan have been busy attending various no- and low-alcohol events, and they are wearing Upper-bottom t-shirts, of course. Here, they capture some of the main takeaways from Drink It In and the Club Soda Low, Light & Alcohol-Free Summit.
So, where is the category right now? And what needs to happen to help it grow? Plus, what is the future of socialising? Is it nootropics bars? We'd love to know your thoughts (via a rambling, stream-of-consciousness voice note, if possible).
Booze News features sober dating apps, sober freshers' weeks, sober raving, and Mash Gang's acquisition – and going-on-tangents galore. (What's your favourite emoji?)
Booze News items:
STV: Sober clubbing: Rise in ravers enjoying alcohol-free nights out
(https://news.stv.tv/west-central/sober-clubbing-rise-in-ravers-enjoying-alcohol-free-nights-out)
Epigram: Socialising as a sober student this Freshers’ Week (https://epigram.org.uk/socialising-as-a-sober-student-this-freshers-week/)
TechCrunch: Drybaby is a dating app for the ‘sober curious’ movement (https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/10/drybaby-new-sober-dating-app-betting-on-surge-in-sober-curious-movement/)
The Grocer: Mash Gang acquired by alcohol-free beverage group DioniLife (https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/finance/mash-gang-acquired-by-alcohol-free-beverage-group-dionilife/695456.article)
#soberjourney
#clubsoda
#sobercurious
#nootropics
#soberadvice
#sobriety#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sober
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The hosts catch up with Jack, aka Kickingthecans on Instagram. He previously featured in one of Upper Bottom's most popular episodes, Final whistle: Why is watching football so boozy, and what's it like sober?
Now Jack has reached the milestone of a year sober. And, although he won't be celebrating as such, life is good – and much better than it was 12 months ago.His mental health is considerably improved, his relationships are stronger, and – even if he has changed, a little – he is not missing the booze at all.
The difference between the before – losing all memory for four hours on his uncle's stag do (was he in a car park, as his phone suggests?) – and after is incredible.
With the year up, it triggers memories of early sobriety for Ollie and Cess, and the trio offer many insights for those thinking about kicking the cans.
Tom Daley and Elle Macpherson feature in Booze News – as does the revelation that Ollie used to also be known, very briefly, as "the body".
Booze News items:
The Caterer: Pub owners believe outdoor smoking ban would risk closures(https://www.thecaterer.com/news/pub-owners-believe-outdoor-smoking-ban-would-risk-closures)
Daily Mail: Elle Macpherson reveals she still attends regular AA meetings following her decision to quit alcohol 20 years ago: 'Without being sober, I wouldn't be here’ (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-13804345/Elle-Macpherson-AA-meetings-sobriety.html)
Guardian: UK MPs urged to give up freebies from tobacco, alcohol and junk food firms (https://www.theguardian.com/politics/article/2024/aug/30/uk-mps-urged-to-give-up-freebies-from-tobacco-alcohol-and-junk-food-firms)
Mirror: Retired diver Tom Daley sports knitted trunks with a safety message to swimmers (https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/tom-daley-swimming-alcohol-awareness-33460487)
#soberjourney
#soberadvice
#sobriety#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sober
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For many, September ushers in the end of summer and a halt to holiday indulgence. It's the second reset month of the year after January, and that means reflection, positive change, detoxification, and possibly action.
Cess and Ollie have both been active, with the former bagging a couple of Munros in the Highlands and the latter bettering Dame Kelly Holmes in the Big Half.
The hosts offer words of wisdom to those thinking about quitting booze this month, and also talk about the growing trend of non-alcoholic drinks, including Guinness 0.0%, and the potential for these drinks to outsell their alcoholic counterparts.
NB Discount code for Drink it In Festival: PICMED-DRINKITIN-15 (via https://www.drinkitinfestival.com/) – we'll be there on Sept 6.
Booze News items:
This is Money (via MSN): Non-alcoholic Guinness could outsell the real thing, says Diageo (https://www.msn.com/en-gb/foodanddrink/other/will-non-alcoholic-guinness-outdo-the-real-thing/ar-AA1ppz6l)
Evening Standard: The Devonshire in Soho becomes Great Britain’s first pub to serve Guinness 0.0 on tap (https://www.standard.co.uk/going-out/bars/the-devonshire-guinness-0-0-tap-keg-b1178790.html)
Daily Mail: 'The end of pubs': Farage leads furious backlash at Labour's 'nanny state' OUTDOOR smoking ban plans - which will ban people from lighting up in beer gardens, near football grounds and in children's parks (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13790649/end-pubs-backlash-Labours-nanny-state-OUTDOOR-smoking-ban-beer-gardens-football-grounds-childrens-parks.html)
Morning Advertiser: Gen Z drinking less alcohol but still visiting the on-trade (https://www.morningadvertiser.co.uk/Article/2024/08/22/gen-z-drinking-less-alcohol-but-still-visiting-on-trade)
#summerholidays
#septmeberreset
#sobriety
#soberevents#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sober
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In this week's episode, just before schools reopen their doors for the new term, Ollie and Cess reflect on recent overseas holidays and how sobriety and drinking cultures vary in different countries – and how they have evolved.
Special attention is paid to Ollie's experiences at a much-loved family retreat on the grape-growing slopes in Perpignan. Meanwhile, Cess takes a detailed look at Sweden, particularly the broader role the state has taken in regulating the supply of alcohol to its citizens.
There is also an item late on about the top five destinations for sober people – and the best-ranking country might surprise you.
Booze News items:
BBC: Plan to serve alcohol at water park from 08:00 (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9qgvjel25xo)
The Sun: BOOZY JACUZZI UK’s first BEER spa launched where booze fans can bathe in ale and sup pints in the jacuzzi (https://www.thesun.co.uk/travel/29947621/uk-first-beer-spa-norfolk-mead-hotel/)
The Sun: TOAST YOUR FLIGHT Surprisingly high percentage of holiday Brits who enjoy airport breakfast beer before jetting off revealed (https://www.thesun.co.uk/money/29924767/brits-enjoy-airport-breakfast-beer/)
Gallup: Alcohol Consumption Increasingly Viewed as Unhealthy in U.S. (https://news.gallup.com/poll/648413/alcohol-consumption-increasingly-viewed-unhealthy.aspx)
#summerholidays
#sobriety
#soberevents#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sober
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Refreshed after a summer break, Cess and Ollie speak with Martyn Davies, organiser of Sober is Fun (https://www.soberisfun.co.uk/), the UK's first regular sober comedy event, and Ben Jolliffe, who runs Feed the Fire (https://feedthefire.me/dancing), a no-drink or drugs rhythmic dance focused on freedom and connection.
Both interviewees stopped drinking (and taking drugs) after being subjected to family interventions. Now, though, they are enjoying the freedom of being sober and looking to encourage others through the events they facilitate.
Their timing is good, given that 34% of employees avoid work socials due to alcohol, according to a Booze News item, and there is a growing demand for venues that offer alcohol-free options and activities, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and included.
Here is a recent playlist from one of Ben's Feed the Fire events: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4kRMmbITmmiaQGm60bFbWU?si=r4UNikNESQCm-8izcBKtUA&pi=e-lO1NqcnnSTG9
And here is the ticket site for Martyn's next Sober is Fun event, on September 22 – https://www.designmynight.com/london/bars/bethnal-green/backyard-comedy-club/the-london-alcohol-free-comedy-club-7?t=tickets – perhaps see you there?Booze News items:
The Independent (via MSN): Study looks at if the French Paradox of a glass of wine a day is actually a myth (https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/nutrition/study-looks-at-if-the-french-paradox-of-a-glass-of-wine-a-day-is-actually-a-myth/ar-BB1qABfs)
Harpers: MP urges government to address non-alcoholic drink prices (https://harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/33135/MP_urges_government_to_address_non-alcoholic_drink_prices.html)
Lovebscott via MSN: Ben Affleck Reportedly Decided To Divorce Jennifer Lopez Because Her ‘Fame and Lifestyle Was Putting His Hard-Won Sobriety at Risk’: ‘He Had to Leave to Avoid Relapse’ (https://www.msn.com/en-us/movies/celebrity/ben-affleck-reportedly-decided-to-divorce-jennifer-lopez-because-her-fame-and-lifestyle-was-putting-his-hard-won-sobriety-at-risk-he-had-to-leave-to-avoid-relapse/ar-AA1oKqiw)HR News: Sober Parties Lead the Way in the UK with 639% Surge in Non-Alcoholic Drink Demand (https://hrnews.co.uk/sober-parties-lead-the-way-in-the-uk-with-639-surge-in-non-alcoholic-drink-demand/)
#summerholidays
#sobriety
#soberevents#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sober
#sobercomedy
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Before taking a well-earned summer break, the podcast hosts Ollie and Cess interview Sean Halpin, a 24-year old who divides his time between Munich and Manchester. He has also just hit one year of sobriety, too. Congratulations, Sean!
Sean is an aficionado of Bavarian beer and enthusiastic about the trend for sober curiosity in Germany and plenty of no-alcohol options. He also reveals some very interesting reasons why he thinks fellow Gen Zers are less inclined to drink booze – these will likely surprise older listeners. And there are plenty of useful tips for those starting out on their sobriety journey.
As always, there are some Booze News items, and Just the Tonic.
The podcast will return on August 20, with a special episode on sober events.
Happy summer holidays to all Upper Bottom listeners!
Booze News items:
Irish Examiner (via MSN): Munich, home of Oktoberfest, to open its first alcohol-free beer garden (https://www.msn.com/en-ie/news/national/munich-home-of-oktoberfest-to-open-its-first-alcohol-free-beer-garden/ar-BB1q8QYW)
Bored Panda (via MSN): 76 Reasons People Got Fired On Their First Day On The Job (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/the-boss-went-to-the-hospital-to-tell-him-he-was-fired-76-reasons-people-got-fired-on-day-one/ar-BB1qB8Vw)
Telegraph (via MSN) I could drink and run marathons – it took losing everything to stop (https://www.msn.com/en-gb/health/other/i-could-drink-and-run-marathons-it-took-losing-everything-to-stop/ar-BB1qFw9y)
#munich
#germany
#oktoberfest
#summerholidays
#workdrinking
#sobriety#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sober
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In the third and final episode of the three-part mini-series about work and drinking, Cess and Ollie chat about times when they have been boozing on the job – or at least felt the effects the day after a night on the sauce.
Cess mentions how a clothes shop colleague was once sent to the stock room because he was feeling worse for wear and proceeded to curl up and nap. Ollie shares eyebrow-raising tales from his early career as a sports journalist – three bottles before the rugby union international, anyone?
On the subject of sport, with the Olympics starting, the pair debate the treatment of a teenage Japanese gymnast who was sent home before the competition after someone dobbed her in for drinking (and smoking) at the training base. That item is one of four tasty Booze News bits.
And there is some proper research on the occupations in the UK in which heavy drinking is prominent – some of the top five boozy jobs might surprise you (hint: The Brittas Empire).
Here is a link to the research, Associations between occupation and heavy alcohol consumption in UK adults aged 40–69 years: a cross-sectional study using the UK Biobank: https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-021-10208-x
Booze News items:
Fortune (via MSN): Britain’s young football fans are ditching their sloppy drunk reputation – and are leading the charge for alcohol-free beer (https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/britain-young-football-fans-ditching-183818345.html)
Metro (via MSN): Olympic team captain sent home for smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol (https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/other/olympic-team-captain-sent-home-for-smoking-cigarettes-and-drinking-alcohol/ar-BB1qgRyz)
People: The Most Surprising Rules You Didn't Know Athletes Must Follow in the Olympic Village (https://people.com/olympic-village-rules-athletes-must-follow-8681929)
Metro: Prison officers warned after drinking in pub on lunch break at HMP Winchester (https://metro.co.uk/2024/07/14/hmp-winchester-prison-officers-warned-drinking-pub-break-21187308/)
#leadership
#olympics
#parisolympics2024
#workdrinking
#sobriety#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sober
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For the second instalment of work drinking, Cess and Ollie speak with Liam McNulty – aka Whiskey Richard – who is based in Tokyo. He explains all about nomikai, basically Japanese work parties. There are several layers and dos and don'ts to navigate.
Notably, the sober curious movement doesn't seem to have travelled that far east – if people aren't drinking, it's probably because they can't afford to.
In Booze News, there is a particularly contentious story about a wedding guest leaving at 9.30pm and taking a whole load of friends with her as it was a dry party – a fact that was not advertised.
And there is an exciting new feature: Just the Tonic. This is a funny story or joke about sobriety to lighten the mood, should the Booze News become too serious.Booze News items:
Daily Telegraph (via MSN): How we could be heading for a booze-free Britain (https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/other/how-we-could-be-heading-for-a-booze-free-britain/ar-BB1q1ndQ)
Sydney Morning Herald (via MSN): Sober thoughts: Non-alcoholic drinks trend is shaping Perth venues (https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/australia/sober-thoughts-non-alcoholic-drinks-trend-is-shaping-how-perth-eats/ar-BB1q1LSJ)
Mirror: 'I ditched pal's wedding to get drunk – they didn't warn me wedding was alcohol-free' (https://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/i-ditched-pals-wedding-drunk-33254047)
Bristol Live (via MSN): Man blew £25,000 on alcohol in just two weeks as life went out of control (https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/man-blew-25000-on-alcohol-in-just-two-weeks-as-life-went-out-of-control/ar-BB1q4b89)
#leadership
#japan
#nomikai
#sobriety#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sober
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Boozing on the job is certainly not advised, but what if drinking is ingrained in work – or at least after-work - culture?
To help answer this puzzler, Ollie and Cess welcome Tabbin Almond to the pod to discuss her forthcoming book, Bottling Up Trouble. The statistics are shocking: up to 5% of work absenteeism is due to alcohol; and presenteeism due to alcohol costs the UK economy upwards of £1.4 billion a year.
Tabbin laments the slow progress being made here. Did you know that many police stations had bars up until 2016? She calls out various industries where drinking is endemic and provides tips for leaders on changing a business's culture.
Before that insightful interview, there are four items of Booze News – this week featuring "Milly" (sic) Cyrus, some tips for cutting down on drinking, and, with the Tour de France coming to a head, a topical piece on whether alcohol is good for cycling performance.
Booze News items:
Cycling Weekly (via MSN): Could 'sober curiosity' make you a better cyclist? (https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/could-sober-curiosity-make-you-a-better-cyclist/ar-BB1pFsyq)
Irish Sun: SOBERING THOUGHTS Ireland’s attitude towards alcohol is changing – here’s 7 tips if you want to cut down on boozing or quit altogether (https://www.thesun.ie/health/13361915/ireland-zero-alcohol-top-tips-cut-down-quit-drinking/)
Daily Telegraph (via MSN): What my daughter said to make me give up wine for good (https://www.msn.com/en-gb/health/mindandbody/what-my-daughter-said-to-make-me-give-up-wine-for-good/ar-BB1pwaBd)
Psychology Today: Beliefs vs. Reality: How to Weaken Your Alcohol Craving (https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/sober-curiosity/202406/beliefs-vs-reality-how-to-weaken-your-alcohol-craving)
#Ireland
#tourdefrance
#sobriety#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sober
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A bone-fide Upper Bottom success story! Cess and Ollie visit the home of Simon – who is now three months sober – and his partner, Jadis.
Simon, who works in the financial services industry, shares how alcohol is deeply ingrained in the culture of his profession and how he decided to quit drinking to improve his mental clarity and overall wellbeing – having been spurred to change by listening to this podcast. He has since quit his job. Talk about being empowered!
Jadis, who comes from an Indigenous background, discusses the intergenerational trauma associated with alcohol in her community and her own journey with sobriety. They both express gratitude for the podcast and the support it has provided. We hope you find it a useful tool, too.
The conversation highlights the empowering nature of sobriety and the importance of mental health in making positive life changes.
Before the powerful discussion with Simon and Jadis, Ollie and Cess discuss their 20-mile weekend walk in Kent on the quest for wildness and watching England's quarter-final against Switzerland in a lively pub in Hythe (also wild).
And, as usual, there is some booze news – this week featuring Woody Cook and Cara Delevingne.
Booze News items:
The Sun: WOOD YOU BELIEVE IT? My dad was the world’s biggest raver and my mum was a famous ladette but I’m headlining a festival where booze is BANNED (https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/28823038/woody-cook-zoe-ball-fatboy-slim-sobar-sessions-festival/)
The Daily Mail: Sober Cara Delevingne reveals she's now 'got her power back' after drug and alcohol abuse left her 'super depressed' - and admits the first time she got drunk she was just EIGHT years old (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-13608723/Sober-Cara-Delevingne-reveals-shes-got-power-drug-alcohol-abuse-left-super-depressed-admits-time-got-drunk-just-EIGHT-years-old.html)
Mancunian Matters: Alcohol Awareness Week: North West stories of sobriety (https://www.mancunianmatters.co.uk/news/01072024-alcohol-awareness-week-north-west-stories-of-sobriety/)
The Telegraph (via MSN): How long it really takes to sober up (https://www.msn.com/en-gb/health/fitness/how-long-it-really-takes-to-sober-up/ar-BB1p6oox)
#sobriety
#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sober
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It became illegal to smoke in all enclosed workplaces across the UK between March 2006 (first in Scotland) and July 2007 (England) – and no one thought it would happen. It just shows the power of government when it puts its mind to something.
On the eve of the General Election, Ollie and Cess ponder whether the new government will have the appetite and willingness to change alcohol laws. To help answer the episode title's puzzler, they welcome Denise Hamilton-Mace, Founder and Editor of Low No Drinker Magazine, and Blake Gladman, Partner / Strategy and Insight Director at KAM Insight.
There is also a snippet from UK Hospitality's CEO, Kate Nicholls, and some fun Booze News (and stories) about Wimbledon.
Will it be love-all for no and low alcohol and the incoming government?
#sobriety
#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#generalelection
#sober
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On the eve of one of the biggest field-based parties in the world – 200,000 revellers are expected at Worthy Farm – Ollie and Cess speak with DJ Dom Servini.
Dom changed his drinking habits a couple of years ago to extend his career (and his life), and he shares some incredible stories about being intoxicated at work. When he decided to stop drinking, he had a crisis of confidence, as there is – or perhaps was – an expectation that DJs would be getting into the groove one way or another. Drugs, rather than drink, is the biggest vice within the music industry, says Dom. His journey is influencing others on the DJ circuit, though.
There is also a snippet from musicians Tom Bowen and Louis Brennan on their top tips for attending festivals sober as performers and punters. What's lost? What's gained?
Four Booze News items consider the impact of non-alcoholic drinks during the European Championships – Tesco is expecting to sell 5.5 million bottles and cans of “no” and “low” alcohol options – while Glastonbury is trucking in draft beer for 1,200,000 pints (enough to fill two full-size swimming pools). A documentary about Avicii, the Swedish producer who took his own life in 2018 aged 28, is also mentioned. And (alleged) drink-driver Justin Timberlake features.
#sobriety
#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#glastonbury
#musicfestivals#sober
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Now for something a little different ... In this thought-provoking episode, unveiled on the eve of the summer solstice, Cess and Ollie are joined by guest Becky Burchell as they delve into the complex relationship between alcohol and accessing our primal selves.
The conversation explores the notion that while alcohol has become a societal shortcut for tapping into our wild nature, there are alternative paths to embracing our primal essence.
The trio discusses the importance of reconnecting with the natural world and how spending time in nature can help us rediscover our innate wildness. They also emphasize the role of community and surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals who support and encourage our journey of self-discovery without relying on alcohol.
Throughout the episode, the hosts and Becky share insights on the power of rituals and intentional practices in creating opportunities for experiencing wildness and pushing personal boundaries. They examine how societal norms and expectations have limited our access to our primal selves and propose ways to challenge and redefine these limitations.
Join Cess, Ollie, and Becky as they explore the transformative potential of embracing our wild nature through nature, community, and conscious practices, offering a fresh perspective on accessing our primal selves without needing alcohol.
#sobriety
#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#wildness
#sober
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This week, Cess and Ollie discuss the relationship between alcohol and Father's Day.
After attending a low- and no-alcohol event facilitated by KAM Insight and Lucky Saint, the duo, armed with stats, explore the growing trend of moderating alcohol intake and the need for more grown-up options. The conversation highlights the importance of supporting and normalising non-alcoholic choices and the potential for missed revenue in the hospitality industry.
The hosts also discuss the changing social dynamics and cultural assumptions around drinking. The conversation covers various topics related to alcohol and fatherhood, including outdated attitudes.
As usual, expect personal stories and reflections on the impact of drinking on their lives. This week, Ollie and Cess conclude that setting a positive example for their children is paramount.
#sobriety
#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#fathersday
#sober
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Navigating sobriety at a football match can be extremely challenging for people seeking to take back control of their alcohol consumption. For gritty stories and expert advice, Ollie and Cess welcome Jack Stirling (aka Kicking the Cans on Instagram), who is almost nine months sober, and Crystal Palace season-ticket holder Nick Houghton, who is just beginning his sobriety journey.
Blackouts, hangovers, and bad behaviour are the ugly side of the so-called beautiful game, as evidenced by the recent Champions League final at Wembley, when 53 arrests were made. And with the European Championships about to start in Germany, we can expect more headlines about boozed-up Brits supporting the Three Lions.
But why are booze and football seemingly inseparable? What is it about the combination of intoxicants? And what can football clubs do to better cater for fans who don't want to become intoxicated and escape?
Jack and Nick offer brilliant insights and great ideas – but will things change given alcohol sponsorship is ubiquitous?
Before that fascinating interview, Ollie and Cess serve up four tasty items of booze news, including how to identify if you have a drinking problem (that involves cheesecake).
#sobriety
#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sobercurious
#sober
#football
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A bumper episode! In booze news Cess and Ollie discuss mocktails, partying in Ibiza without alcohol, and sober parties. That's followed by two fascinating interviews.
The first is with US-based lawyer Kris Butler, whose lovely book Drink Maps in Victorian Britain was recently published. She offers an expert perspective on the history of pubs in the last two centuries and the temperance movement, and serves up stats and anecdotes galore.
Then Ollie heads north to visit Stephen Jeffreys at his abode, the Manchester Buddhist Centre. Stephen is the managing director of Hinterland, a new sober bar that will open in the basement any day. He discusses his struggles with alcohol and hopes for the future, not least through more sober bars and enriching the community.
#sobriety
#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sobercurious
#sober
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Ollie and Cess debate what elements make the perfect pub. Drawing inspiration from George Orwell's classic essay on his ideal boozer, the Moon Under Water, the hosts share their preferences for what makes a great pub atmosphere.
They cover everything, from impressive toilets and bar chat-friendly seating to pub games, animals, and the perfect music. The conversation also delves into the importance of cosy nooks, natural fires, covered areas, and a wide selection of low or no-alcohol options.
The pair discuss the evolution of pubs and the need for inclusivity, ensuring that everyone, whether they drink or not, can find warmth, shelter, sustenance, and good company in their local watering hole.
There is plenty of related booze news, including how you'll no longer be able to buy a drink in a Ibiza after 9.30pm. Talk about party pooping!
Get in touch to let Ollie and Cess know your likes and dislikes about pubs.
#sobriety
#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sobercurious
#sober
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Is a smelly, sweltering tent the worst place in the world to have a hangover?
What is it about camping that brings out people’s wildness?
How did a particularly catastrophic drinking session during a camping holiday bring a premature end to one of Ollie’s romantic relationships?
And what happened when Cess accidentally sipped REAL booze after almost a year and a half without an alcoholic drink?
These vital questions, and many more, are answered in this "in-tents", 45-minute episode – pitched just in time for your summer camping trip.
You can also listen to the new "booze news" jingle, and a new outro.
#sobriety
#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sobercurious
#sober
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In a podcast first, Ollie and Cess record out and about. They visit Laura Willoughby, MBE, founder of Club Soda UK, at Club Soda's HQ in Covent Garden.
After some booze news involving England rugby star Billy Vunipola, and Taylor Swift's "functioning alcoholic" lyric, the CDB-drink-guzzling trio discusses the rise of sober venues and the importance of mindful drinking. Laura emphasizes the need for inclusive spaces that cater to both drinkers and non-drinkers, and highlights the growing market for alcohol-free options.
She also addresses the role of big alcohol brands in promoting moderation and providing alternatives, and explores the concept of mood-enhancing drinks and the benefits of switching to alcohol-free beverages.
Finally, Laura offers great examples and encouragement to individuals seeking to make positive changes in their drinking habits and advocates for a society that offers diverse and enjoyable options for everyone.
#sobriety
#UpperBottomPodcast
#NoLowDrinkTrends
#sobermovement
#sobercurious
#sober
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In the afterglow of the London Marathon, Ollie and Cess discuss the relationship between running and giving up drinking.
They explore how running can serve as a substitute for boozing, and socialising, and how it can help individuals get on track with sobriety.
The conversation touches on the impact of running on mental health – just ask Russ Cook (aka Hardest Geezer). Charlie Allen, the Founder of Run Social – "a running pub" – who is "99% sober" and this week's guest, ran alongside Russ during his last marathon across Africa, in Tunisia, earlier in April.
Another former drinker, reality TV star Spencer Matthews, has announced that he is attempting a world record to run 30 marathons in 30 days through the Jordanian desert. He's mentioned in booze news.
Other booze news includes a man with a bizarre condition that makes his body produce alcohol and the alarming rate of child alcohol abuse in Great Britain – the highest in the world.
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