Sober Across the Pond
Sober Across the Pond is a weekly transatlantic podcast hosted by two seasoned alcohol-free coaches—one in the UK, one in the US—offering real, relatable conversations about thriving without alcohol. With warmth, humor, and zero judgment, we explore sober living through the lens of professional life, parenting, personal growth, and purpose.
Sober Across the Pond
Sober at Work (Part 3 of 4): The “Welcome Drink” Problem
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We’re back after a few weeks of much-needed holiday rest — feeling refreshed, energized, and ready to continue our Sober at Work four-part series.
In Part 3 of 4, we discuss the “welcome drink” problem: what happens when workplace events offer alcohol as the default way to greet, include, or celebrate people.
A welcome drink should make people feel welcome. But when the only thoughtful options are beer, wine, Prosecco, or cocktails, it can unintentionally signal that alcohol is still the center of professional connection.
In this episode, we talk about:
- why alcohol-free inclusion matters in workplace settings
- how corporate events can unintentionally exclude non-drinkers
- why NA options should be easy to find, appealing, and normalized
- how workplaces can create more thoughtful, respectful event cultures
This is a key conversation for anyone navigating work events, conferences, client gatherings, or professional celebrations while alcohol-free, sober curious, or simply choosing not to drink.
Part 4 is next: The Power of Explanation — what to say, and what not to feel pressured to explain, when you don’t drink at work.