Season 2 Kickoff: Better Ways, Bigger Conversations & A New Playbook for Sobriety and Sports Ep 20

 We’re back! In the Season 2 opener of the Clean Play Podcast, Anne and Chris return with fresh energy, new perspectives, and a game plan to expand the conversations at the intersection of sports, sobriety, and authentic living.

Anne shares what’s been happening in her “off-season”—from a big move to Tampa Bay to diving deep into a life coaching certification that’s stretching her skills and vision for Clean Play Coaching. Chris opens up about finally finishing his book after years of starts and stops, plus relaunching his nationwide Sands Bar tour to showcase the best in alcohol-free experiences.

This episode sets the tone for a bigger, more inclusive season. Anne and Chris talk about:

• Why they’re widening the podcast lens beyond just sports or sobriety
  

• How balance and identity play into living fully alcohol-free
  

• The “better ways” conversation—ditching moral superiority for honest dialogue about alcohol’s impact
  

• Athlete habits and off-season preparation as powerful metaphors for personal growth
  

• Why cultural portrayals of recovery need a refresh
  

You’ll also hear their candid takes on Luka Dončić, Tom Brady’s film study discipline, and how “being in shape” applies far beyond the playing field. Plus, a little halftime show speculation just for fun.

Whether you’re sober, sober-curious, an athlete, or simply someone looking for better ways to live with intention, this season promises conversations that inspire growth, challenge assumptions, and celebrate the wins on and off the court.

Resources & Links:

• Follow Anne: www.cleanplaycoaching @cleanplaycoaching
  

Follow Chris: The Sans Bar