The Sober Curator's Take on the New "Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy" Documentary

In this heartfelt episode of The Sober Curator, host Alysse Bryson is joined by a full lineup of Sober Curator contributors—Amy Liz Harrison, Alexandra Nyman, Megan Swan, Kim Parsley, and Dr. Sarah Michaud—to explore the life and legacy of Matthew Perry through a newly released documentary. The conversation delves into the documentary's focus on Perry's addiction battles, his recovery efforts, and his lasting impact. The episode also touches upon how Hollywood treats addiction and the role of documentaries in shaping these narratives. 

Timestamps: 

[00:00] - Introduction & Alysse Bryson's connection to Matthew Perry 

[02:01] - Overview: Matthew Perry and the documentary 

[03:16] - Key highlights of the documentary: addiction and recovery themes 

[15:04] - The financial aspect of rehabilitation and its exploitation 

[21:13] - Conversations about Big Pharma and harm reduction 

[31:00] - Codependency within the circle of celebrities 

[34:44] - The documentary's mixed narrative and impact on the community 

[38:06] - Remembering Matthew Perry's legacy and the humor amidst tragedy 

Resources & Links: 

-Documentary: Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy 

-Organization: Matthew Perry Foundation 

-Review: "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing" by Alysse Bryson 

-Review: "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing" by Amy Liz Harrison 

-Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide 

-Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide 

-LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide 

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Sobriety isn’t the end of the party—it’s just the start of a better one. Hosted by Alysse Bryson, media powerhouse and sobriety’s ultimate hype woman, and joined by Sober Curator contributors, The Sober Curator Podcast* delivers bold convos, pop culture deep dives, and zero-proof living that doesn’t suck. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, or just looking for good vibes without the hangover, we’ve got you covered. Subscribe now—because getting sober matters, staying sober matters more. 

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