Episodes

  • Pranks, Problems, and Punchlines
    Sep 15 2024

    0:00 Blooper Open

    01:46 Whats your best prank?

    05:59 Laughing Through Sobriety

    13:45 Colin's happy hour

    21:08 The purpose of our podcast

    26:06 Future Goals

    In this episode podcast, hosts Colin and Rachel open with a blooper reel, followed by a quick recap on their journey of getting sober on the same day after years of heavy drinking. They discuss their motivation for starting the podcast, aiming to blend comedy with serious discussions on sobriety. The episode covers light-hearted stories, including pranks they played before getting sober, and reflections on the challenges and growth they've experienced in sobriety. They delve into the dynamics of their relationship, their different approaches to recovery, and the importance of living one day at a time. They express a desire for listener interaction and feedback, and at future plans to include video content and guest interviews to add more depth to their discussions. You can contact the show at Rachel@soberbanter.com or Colin@soberbanter.com

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    35 mins
  • From Shots to Topo Chico: Life in Sobriety
    Sep 9 2024

    00:00 Open

    04:32 Lifestyle and Daily Challenges

    09:07 Navigating Social Events

    23:43 Parenting

    28:46 Challenges and Triumphs

    In this episode of Sober Banter, hosts Colin and Rachel discuss their journey into podcasting and share personal anecdotes about their sobriety. They banter about the struggles and fears of early sobriety, including debating the correct sobriety date and managing triggers in social settings. They highlight the importance of staying present and taking things one day at a time while recounting memorable experiences like attending a sober Cowboys game and managing work happy hours. They also touch on the rationalizations they made during active alcoholism and how staying sober has improved their parenting and daily lives.

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    39 mins
  • When Naming a Podcast Is Harder Than Staying Sober
    Sep 3 2024

    00:00 Welcome to Sober Banter

    00:24 Icebreaker Questions

    02:27 Changing the name of the show

    03:20 Approaches to Sobriety

    12:04 Podcast Goals and Community

    15:04 Thank you for listening

    Colin and Rachel, as we dive into the highs and lows of sobriety, share stories, and have some fun along the way. Whether you're sober, looking to get sober, or just curious, we welcome you.

    Venmo - @soberbanter

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    17 mins
  • Trial Run: Sober Conversations
    Aug 26 2024

    *We changed the show name from Sober Synergy to Sober Banter*

    Colin Casey and Rachel, introduce their new podcast aimed at sharing their sober experiences. The couple, who got sober on the same day, recount their journey through addiction, their different approaches to sobriety, and how they support each other. They discuss overcoming obstacles, managing social situations sober, and maintaining their relationship and family life while staying committed to their recovery paths.

    00:00 Meet the Hosts: Colin and Rachel

    02:15 Different Paths to Sobriety

    04:15 Facing Social Situations Sober

    08:26 Open Conversations About Sobriety

    10:44 Personal Experiences and Insights

    19:30 Encouragement and Final Thoughts

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    21 mins