Sugar cravings in early sobriety are real — and sometimes they look like a pint of cookie-dough chaos. Alysse, producer T-Boog (Tamar), and Curators Megan Swan and Amy Liz Harrison dish on the nostalgic pull of ice cream, why alcohol can act like “liquid dessert” and how to find a saner sweet spot without losing the fun. From church-basement trail mix to daiquiri ice cult followings, this one’s a heaping scoop of honesty with sprinkles of pop culture.   

Takeaways: 

• Alcohol often functions like “liquid dessert,” so sugar cravings can spike when you quit.  

• Nostalgia foods (hello, ice cream truck!) can be grounding — and also a slippery slope.  

• Early recovery grace is legit; long-term, aim for awareness over all-or-nothing.  

• Rituals help: go out for a scoop (limited portion) vs. keeping a pint at home.  

• Share the dessert (sometimes) and share the joy (always).  

Key Timestamps: 

[01:41 ] Welcome to The Sober Scoop — sprinkles, sass and sober fun  

[04:06 ] Meet today’s crew: Megan Swan & Amy Liz Harrison  

[06:13 ] “Liquid dessert”: why sugar cravings erupt in early sobriety  

[07:12 ] Amy’s rehab story, sponsor advice, and the sugar spiral  

[14:58 ] Three slices of cake > one glass of wine (and staying sober)  

[20:14 ] Favorite flavors, froyo phases & the case for cones  

Resources & Links: 

-Meet the Contributors 

-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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*The Sober Curator Podcast is a space for open and honest conversations about sobriety, recovery, and alcohol-free living. While we celebrate all paths to a sober lifestyle, some topics discussed may be sensitive or triggering for certain listeners. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you’re in recovery or exploring sobriety, please take care while listening and seek support from trusted professionals as needed.