The Sober Connection
Hosted by Abi King, an ex-daily drinker turned sobriety coach based in New Zealand, this podcast is for people who are curious about a sober life. Episodes will discuss a variety of sobriety related topics with the aim of helping people understand the dangers of a regular drinking habit. With a mixture of short "tips & tricks" episodes, and longer guest interviews, The Sober Connection podcast hopes to provide you with a glimpse into a life without alcohol, proving that being sober is anything but boring.
Podcasting since 2025 • 37 episodes
The Sober Connection
Latest Episodes
Season 2 - Episode 17: Letting Go of Guilt & Regret
Guilt and regret don’t always disappear when you stop drinking.In fact, for many people, sobriety brings clarity — and with it, memories, shame, and self-judgement that can feel hard to shake.In this episode, Abi explores why guil...
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Episode 17
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Season 2: Episode 16 - My Chat with Jimmy Thistle
In this episode of The Sober Connection, host Abi King speaks with recovery advocate Jimmy Thistle, who shares his journey of overcoming alcoholism. From his early experiences with drinking in Scotland to the consequences of his add...
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Episode 16
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Season 2 - Episode 15: Alcohol & Sleep
If you’ve stopped drinking and your sleep feels worse instead of better, you’re not alone — and nothing has gone wrong.In this episode, Abi unpacks why early sobriety often comes with broken sleep, vivid dreams, and early-morning wake-up...
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Episode 15
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Season 2 - Episode 14: My Chat with Jeremy Maxwell
Listener note: This episode includes a short, non-graphic mention of suicide within a broader discussion. If this is a sensitive topic for you, please listen in a way that feels supportive.In this episode of The Sober Connection, ...
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Episode 14
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Season 2 - Episode 13: Joy vs Just Coping
In this episode of The Sober Connection, Abi discusses the transformative journey from coping with sobriety to experiencing genuine joy. She emphasises the importance of recognising the emotional stages of sobriety, particularly dur...
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Episode 13
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