Dry Humor - Finding Levity in Sobriety

Audrey
  • 4.8 (76)
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Welcome to Dry Humor — the podcast for anyone who realized alcohol was taking more than it was giving… and decided to do something about it. Your host, Audrey will talk about life on the other side of alcohol — the awkward social stuff, the surprising clarity, the identity crises, and yes… the moments that are actually pretty damn funny. Listen in on open conversations with real people who decided to put down the drink and pick up, well… everything else. The good, the bad, the funny, the boring, and the unexpectedly great. Because let’s be honest — sobriety doesn’t have to be all deep quotes and green juice. Sometimes it’s just figuring out how to dance at a wedding without a margarita in your hand. This is Dry Humor, where we find levity in sobriety. Because if we can’t laugh about it… what are we even doing? Follow along on Instagram @dryhumorpodcast

  1. 2d ago

    77. The Life She Prayed For: Finding Peace in Long-Term Sobriety with Brooke

    What happens when the life you built around drinking becomes almost unrecognizable, and what does it take to finally make change? Brooke spent years moving from one drinking crowd to the next, from happy hour to the late-night scene and beyond, until one night something happened that forced her to see where her drinking and substance use was taking her. She describes that moment as one where, even in the middle of her brokenness, she believes God was watching over her. But getting sober wasn't as simple as walking into a meeting and never drinking again. Brooke spent her first nine months essentially white-knuckling sobriety... showing up to AA, but not really letting anyone in. Eventually, she realized that staying sober meant putting her ego aside, asking for help, finding a sponsor, and learning from people who had already walked the road ahead of her. Sixteen years later, she talks honestly about shame, labels, vulnerability, faith, and what happens when you stop trying to do sobriety on your own. If you've ever wondered whether you've waited too long, messed up too badly, or have to figure sobriety out on your own, this episode is for you. Brooke's story is honest, deeply grounded, and a powerful reminder that there is an entire life is waiting for you on the other side of the chaos. Follow @dryhumorpodcast on IG.

  2. 6d ago

    76. JUST THE TIP: How Do You Travel Sober?

    Traveling sober can bring up a whole new set of questions: What will I drink? What if everyone else is drinking? What about cravings, airports, dinners, beach days, or that moment when you suddenly realize you're not having the kind of vacation you used to have? This episode breaks down how to prepare before you go, anticipate the situations that might trip you up, create new rituals around travel, and give yourself permission to take a break or leave when your sobriety feels at risk. Because the goal isn't to have a perfect sober vacation. It's to actually be present enough to experience it. If you're nervous about traveling sober, planning your first alcohol-free trip, or wondering if a vacation can really feel like a vacation without drinking, this episode is for you. So press play, pack your bags, and go find out what it feels like to experience a vacation with all of the memories and none of the regret. Follow @dryhumorpodcast on IG

    76. JUST THE TIP: How Do You Travel Sober?

  3. Sep 22

    75. Sober Travel: Reclaiming the Experience with Alex

    What if sobriety doesn't mean experiencing less... but actually experiencing more of where you are, who you're with, and why you went there in the first place? Alex, the creator of @recoveringtraveler, shares how getting sober completely changed the way he experiences travel, relationships, work, and his own future. Growing up around heavy drinking, navigating a difficult family life, and eventually using alcohol and substances to quiet the noise and create a sense of control, Alex found himself caught in a cycle that affected nearly every part of his life. He opens up about DUIs, treatment, relapse, grief after losing his mother, trauma therapy, and the exhausting pursuit of moderation before finally recognizing that he needed something different. Sobriety didn't just change what Alex drank. It changed what he wanted from his life. He advocated for himself when he needed help, rebuilt after addiction, and turned his passion for travel and hospitality into a mission to make alcohol-free travel more accessible and welcoming. Through @recoveringtraveler, he's helping travelers, restaurants, hotels, and hospitality teams create experiences where you don't have to drink alcohol to feel like you're a part of the experience. If you've ever wondered whether sobriety means giving up the parts of life you love, or if you're ready to experience travel, connection and adventure without alcohol getting in the way of it, this episode is for you. Follow Alex @recoveringtraveler on IG. Learn more about how Alex is redefining the sober hospitality experience: www.recoverhospitality.com And if you haven't already, follow @dryhumorpodcast on IG.

  4. Sep 18

    74. JUST THE TIP: Can Alcohol Make Anxiety Worse?

    Alcohol can feel like the fastest way to quiet anxiety, but that relief can come at a price. What feels like a solution in the moment can actually keep the anxiety cycle going, leaving you more overwhelmed, exhausted, and anxious once the drinking wears off. This episode looks at the relationship between alcohol and anxiety, from the anxiety that shows up before drinking, to the temporary calm alcohol can provide, to the increased anxiety that can follow. It also explores why sobriety doesn't magically make anxiety disappear, how to recognize the difference between an actual problem and a mind that's catastrophizing, and what it can look like to sit with discomfort instead of automatically reaching for relief. And while everyday anxiety is part of being human, clinical anxiety is real and may require professional support, including therapy or medication. If alcohol has become part of the way you manage anxiety, or you're trying to understand why anxiety can still show up in sobriety, this episode is for you. It will help you take a closer look at what happens when you stop trying to escape every uncomfortable feeling and start exploring how to move through it. Follow @dryhumorpodcast on IG.

    74. JUST THE TIP: Can Alcohol Make Anxiety Worse?

  5. Sep 15

    73. The Relentless Pursuit of Sobriety with Brian

    What happens when sobriety stops being about simply not drinking and becomes the foundation for a whole new life? After years of using alcohol and other substances to help quiet anxiety and numb emotional pain, Brian woke up one day and decided he wanted to transform physically, which lead to three years of sobriety. But without doing the emotional work behind his drinking, his white-knuckling sobriety ultimately led him back to alcohol. A terrifying freeway accident forced him to face the negative impacts alcohol was having on his life, and he knew he had to change. Brian shares what happened when he finally asked for help, from a 45-day outpatient program and a sponsor who he met with every morning, to the structure, discipline, and delayed gratification he found through fitness and bodybuilding. He also opens up about creating a life rooted in purpose, gratitude, and service. If you're navigating sobriety, starting over after relapse, or wondering what it actually looks like to build a life you don't need to escape from, this conversation is for you. Brian's story will show you what can happen when sobriety becomes more than what you stop doing, and starts becoming what you build. Follow Brian @relentless_pursuit_brian on IG For online fitness coaching with Brian, visit www.relentlesspursuitbrian.com As always, follow @dryhumorpodcast on IG.

  6. Sep 11

    72. JUST THE TIP: Are You White-Knuckling It?

    White-knuckling is often associated with sobriety, but the same response can show up in grief, anxiety, relationships, parenthood, and other difficult circumstances and seasons. This episode explores the difference between simply functioning and actually healing, and why getting through something doesn't always mean you're working through it. This conversation also looks at why asking for help can feel so difficult, how isolation can make common struggles feel uniquely personal, and why white-knuckling isn't necessarily a bad thing... it can sometimes be what gets you through. The problem is when this unsustainable strategy becomes the only strategy. If you've been white-knuckling sobriety or a hard season of life and you want to explore another way, this episode is for you. Follow @dryhumorpodcast on IG.

    72. JUST THE TIP: Are You White-Knuckling It?

  7. Sep 8

    71. When You Stop Numbing What Hurts with Kristin

    What happens when alcohol becomes the way you cope with grief, anxiety, motherhood and the pressure to keep everything together? Kristin shares how drinking initially felt like relief before becoming a source of shame, broken promises, health struggles, and disconnection from the people she loved most. After losing her father, experiencing postpartum anxiety and depression, and navigating multiple traumatic losses, alcohol became her primary way to cope. Eventually, she realized alcohol was impacting her family life. She opens up about the health scare that occurred the day after her final drink in 2022, the spiritual clarity that followed, and what changed when she stopped using alcohol to supress her grief and began actually processing it. Kristin also shares how sober community, faith and Jazzercise® helped her rebuild self-trust and create a life that feels brighter, steadier, and more purposeful. If alcohol has ever felt like your only way to manage difficult emotions, or if you're questioning whether sobriety could help you heal pain from the past... this episode is for you. Follow @dryhumorpodcast on IG.

  8. Sep 4

    70. JUST THE TIP: What If You Cut the B******t?

    Sometimes the thing keeping you stuck isn't that you don't know what to do... it's all the b******t you've been telling yourself about why you can't do it. This conversation explores the stories, excuses, and justifications that can keep us comfortable in unhealthy patterns. From minimizing drinking and avoiding asking for help, to mistaking fear for a stop sign, this episode looks at what happens when we finally get honest with ourselves about the life we're living... and the life we actually want. Lasting change rarely comes from one dramatic overhaul. More often, it happens quietly... through small consistent choices: setting boundaries, reaching out for help, facing the things that scare you, and letting go of the patterns that no longer serve you. If you've been questioning your relationship with alcohol, feeling stuck in sobriety, or waiting for the perfect moment to change, this episode is your reminder to stop negotiating with the b******t... and start telling yourself the truth. Follow @dryhumorpodcast on IG.

    70. JUST THE TIP: What If You Cut the B******t?
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Welcome to Dry Humor — the podcast for anyone who realized alcohol was taking more than it was giving… and decided to do something about it. Your host, Audrey will talk about life on the other side of alcohol — the awkward social stuff, the surprising clarity, the identity crises, and yes… the moments that are actually pretty damn funny. Listen in on open conversations with real people who decided to put down the drink and pick up, well… everything else. The good, the bad, the funny, the boring, and the unexpectedly great. Because let’s be honest — sobriety doesn’t have to be all deep quotes and green juice. Sometimes it’s just figuring out how to dance at a wedding without a margarita in your hand. This is Dry Humor, where we find levity in sobriety. Because if we can’t laugh about it… what are we even doing? Follow along on Instagram @dryhumorpodcast

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