Get into the Netflix series "Running Point" with hosts Alysse Bryson and Tamar Routly and a lively panel of Contributors, including Lane Kennedy, Megan Swan, and Bill Lindala. Together, they explore how the show hilariously tackles the serious themes of addiction and recovery, and the rich character dynamics peppered with humor and realism. From conversations about Robert Downey Jr.'s inspiring sobriety journey to the laugh-out-loud moments starring Chet Hanks, this chat has it all. Discover why this show is quickly becoming a must-watch for sober pop culture fans, and get ready for a dose of humor and real talk!
Timestamps:
[00:00] - Starting off with a bang: Alysse's take on Robert Downey Jr.'s sobriety
[01:18] - Welcome aboard The Sober Curator express
[03:27] - Let's talk "Running Point": Kate Hudson and basketball drama
[05:41] - Crash course in dysfunction: The wild family ride
[08:18] - When addiction becomes a laughing matter, but with heart
[16:41] - Rewind-worthy moments: Robert Downey Jr. as the sobriety gold standard
[20:55] - Suit up and shine: Kate Hudson’s power fashion statements
[28:44] - Everyone's favorite: Best scenes and why we can't get enough
[31:20] - Rapid-fire fun: Sober shots and more
[33:36] - Encore stories: Alysse’s tchotchkes and closing thoughts
Resources & Links:
-"Running Point" Review (AND a curated collection of designer basketballs)
-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 z
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