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⏪ Friday Flashback 12/26: The 5 Most-Read Sober Curator Articles of 2025 (And Why Y’all Couldn’t Get Enough)⏪
Looking back, leveling up, and celebrating every sober click along the way.

FROM THE DESK OF THE FOUNDER (*that is covered in tchotchkes)
Flashback Friday has entered its main-character era. 💗
As 2025 winds down, we couldn’t resist taking a look back at what you loved most—because numbers don’t lie, and these five articles absolutely owned the year. From music that hits you right in the feelings to witty one-liners for when people just won’t stop asking why you’re not drinking, these were the stories that resonated loudest with our sober-curious, sober-serious, and sober-forever readers.
But before we hit replay, let’s talk gratitude. This year, 250,000 unique visitors chose to spend their time with The Sober Curator. We published over 700 articles and shared countless sober events and retreats—each one rooted in connection, curiosity, and zero-proof joy. That’s huge. And it’s because of you.
So whether you missed these the first time or you’re ready for a reread, this Flashback Friday is a love letter to the content that shaped 2025—and the community that made it matter.
👉 Scroll on for the Top Five Most-Read Articles of the Year.
Now let’s get to it…
— Alysse Bryson (*AB, That’s Me💋) / Founder / Seattle, WA 🌃05.01.2006

MUSIC - PLAY IT AGAIN!
18 Top Sober Musicians You’ll Want to Put on Repeat
Music has the power to touch people in ways that words alone cannot. It can lift our spirits and provide an escape, even if only for a moment. Some musicians have chosen to lead a sober lifestyle and have used their talent and platform to inspire others and raise awareness about the importance of sobriety.
#ADDTOCART
Ripple: Plant-Based Vapes – Do They Live Up to the Hype?
Ripple is more than just a vape—it’s a nicotine-free, plant-based aromatic inhaler designed to help people quit smoking and embrace a healthier lifestyle. Having used Ripple for nearly a year, I’ve been impressed with its soothing natural ingredients, which leave none of the usual aftereffects of nicotine vapes like a sore throat or bad taste. Instead, Ripple offers a smooth, enjoyable experience that aligns with wellness goals, especially for someone who used to smoke nicotine myself.
MUSIC - PLAY IT AGAIN!
Haunting and Impactful Lyrics from Must-Listen-To, Jonas Conner, Only 15 Years Old with a Lifetime of Experience
We at The Sober Curator do our best to keep you updated on all the amazing things happening in the sober space. This feels like early access to a rising star on a mind-blowing trajectory. I just discovered viral sensation Jonas Conner, singer/songwriter from Chattanooga, TN, who has been called “the future of country music.” And I can’t stop listening. With over 3 million streams/521k followers on Spotify, 696K views on YouTube, 496k on IG, and over 485k followers on TikTok (watch how these numbers will all jump by the time you finish reading this post), Jonas Conner’s two original songs have many artists and industry people buzzing about his talent and incredible songwriting abilities. Father in a Bible and Peace with Pain are must-adds for all sober playlists!
SOBER POP CULTURE
Witty and Sarcastic Comebacks & One-Liners For When People Ask Why We’re Not Drinking
Here is a recap of the Sober Pop Tips on one-liners and witty comebacks for people asking us why we aren’t drinking. Bring on the snark or practice being the best version of your sober self – you decide!
MOVIE NIGHT WITH THE SOBER CURATOR
Sandler Swings, Stumbles, and Stashes Booze in Weird Places in Long-Awaited Sequel Happy Gilmore 2
Grab your dad, your cousin Ricky, and definitely alert your big brother who still quotes Billy Madison every Thanksgiving—because Happy Gilmore 2 has arrived, and it’s got more baggage than your Aunt Patty at a Vegas bachelorette weekend.
After nearly 30 years (yes, THIRTY), Adam Sandler dusts off the hockey skates and oversized temper tantrums to bring back the beloved-but-chaotic Happy Gilmore. But this time, instead of saving grandma’s house, he’s…accidentally murdering his wife with a golf ball?
Yeah. That escalated quickly.
#ADDTOCART
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Welcome to our curated list of approved affiliate brands. These are companies we genuinely support, use, drink, read, wear, or recommend without holding our nose. (or putting anything up it! LOL) When you shop through the links on this page, you’re not just buying something nice—you’re helping support The Sober Curator community.
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