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Seltzer Squad - Staying Sober In The City

200 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 738 ratings

The Seltzer Squad is a supportive space for those seeking and maintaining sobriety. We're not trying to be role models, we're just trying to hang out.

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Episodes

211 - Interview with Molly Ruggere Pt. 1

June 02, 2023 14:05 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MB

Returning guest and founder of Counter Culture Club Molly Ruggere joins Kate to talk about her journey since they last spoke, coaching, her NA drink festival and more. Stay tuned until next week for part 2 which will be released at patreon.com/seltzersquad

210 - Interview with Tawny Lara

May 19, 2023 12:09 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MB

I had the privilege of sitting down with my incredible friend and author, Tawny, who wrote us a much-needed book about relationships in sobriety. On this episode we discuss the evolution of our definition of sobriety, the writing process and of course DRY HUMPING, Tawny's book.

209 - Squad Meetup Q and A with Lori

April 21, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MB

It's official! The first squad retreat is coming to New York state this June. Lori and Kate get into the details and address your questions, comments, and concerns.

207 - Interview with Dr. Laura Petracek

April 07, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MB

Dr. P and Kate discuss some therapy tools from Dr. P's book: The DBT Workbook for Alcohol and Drug Addiction. You know we're obsessed with emotional regulation lately, and this book breaks down approachable ways to work on your recovery. Pick up your copy wherever books are sold.⁠

205 - Sober & Annoyed with Lori Harlan

March 24, 2023 11:00 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MB

Returning guest Lori from Get Connected AF and Kate list the shit that gets under their skin in sobriety and beyond.

203 - Interview with Laura McKowen

March 10, 2023 14:16 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Kate and Laura catch up on life since the last interview (Episode 59) and discuss Laura's NEW book: Push Off From Here.⁠ Writing a book is a big deal especially when it's about sobriety and these nine essential truths about sobriety are a total gamechanger.⁠ You can pickup your copy of Push Off From Here wherever books are sold.

201 - Here's to 7 Years

February 25, 2023 16:45 - 55 minutes - 75.7 MB

Kate's husband TJ joins the show to reflect on Kate's 7 years of sobriety. 

199 - A Note From Kate

February 12, 2023 15:16 - 5 minutes - 7.54 MB

A mini-sode from Kate about where the pod is at. Send your questions/comments/suggestions to [email protected].

198 - Jes's Last Episode

January 27, 2023 15:49 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MB

A bittersweet day in the squad - Jes reflects on 4 years of podcasting to talk about what she's learned, how her sobriety has changed, and more. 

197 - Hot Mess Hoedown 17

January 13, 2023 16:42 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MB

Hot mess hoedown is back with a 17th installment including viral fights, sprinklers, and grandpa neighbors. 

196 - 2022 Wrap Up

December 31, 2022 15:35 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MB

TW: Mentions of suicide 10:45-12:50 ⁠Kate and Jes catch up and discuss how their year went and what they're hoping for in 2023.

195 - Blindsided by a Breakup with Dillan Gay

December 16, 2022 20:30 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MB

Dillan of The Sober Gay returns to the show to talk about a recent breakup, how to deal with breakups in sobriety, celebrity relationships and more. 

194 - December Questions

December 02, 2022 05:00 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MB

Jes and Kate are back to answer your pressing questions about meetups, dating, withdrawals and more! If you have a question you'd like to be answered on the show, send them to [email protected]

193 - Catchup with Kate

November 18, 2022 05:00 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MB

After Jes's episode, it's Kate's turn to catch up about her job, new house, and more. 

192 - Catchup with Jes

November 04, 2022 04:17 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MB

She's back! Jes returns to the pod to talk about her wedding, honeymoon, and more. 

191 - Catchup with The Sober Gay

October 14, 2022 04:00 - 59 minutes - 81.4 MB

Dillan from The Sober Gay podcast returns to the pod to talk about his experience with 1,000 days, friendships, career paths, and much more. 

190 - Journaling with Jac Walsh

September 30, 2022 14:15 - 50 minutes - 68.8 MB

Friend of the show Jac Walsh returns to talk all about journaling, what's worked for her, and how to get started. 

189 - Six Years of Sobriety with Jocellyn Harvey

September 16, 2022 22:00 - 59 minutes - 82 MB

While Jes is still on her honeymoon, Kate talks to returning guest Jocellyn about their experiences with 6+ years of sobriety under their belts. 

188 - Breakups and Relationships with Jac Walsh

August 20, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 74.7 MB

While Mrs. Jes suns her buns on her honeymoon, Kate and Seltzer Squad member (and friend) Jac Walsh discuss one of the most requested topics: RELATIONSHIPS & BREAKUPS IN SOBRIETY! Jac reveals details about pursuing divorce, dating, and choosing herself in sobriety.

187 - Interview with Jac Walsh

August 06, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB

Because Jes is getting married this week 👰🏻‍♀️💍, Kate interviews Seltzer Squad member (and friend) Jac Walsh. Jac shares her sobriety story and discusses the importance of building community in recovery. Seriously, Jac is doing the most.

186 - Anger

July 22, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 48.7 MB

Inspired by a listener email, Kate and Jes take the opportunity to discuss anger in this episode. They discuss different types and how they deal with it.

185 - Squad Questions 20

July 08, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MB

In this episode Kate and Jess answer questions from listeners….. and go off on some very interesting tangents.

184 - Relationship Updates

June 30, 2022 04:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

In this episode Kate and Jes check in with how their relationships with their partners are in this post (?) pandemic life.

183 - Hot Mess Hoedown 16

June 10, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

The 16th installment of the Hot Mess series!!! From rogue tampons to 5 mile walks in 30 degree weather, our listeners share it all.

182: Pre-Summer Catchup

May 27, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

In this Catchup episode Kate talks about how she is seeking fun. With everyday being Groundhog Day, how does anyone have fun these days?

181: Catchup

May 03, 2022 04:00 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MB

Kate and Jes discuss Jes's experience with Covid, Kate quitting her job, and more.

180 - Interview with Lori Harlan

April 15, 2022 13:26 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MB

This week, Kate interview's friend of the squad Lori Harlan about her journey.

179 - Catchup

April 01, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MB

Jes and Kate catch up about school, work, birthdays, and more. 

178 - Squad Questions 19

March 18, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MB

In this edition of squad questions, Jes and Kate talk about anger, numbing feelings with food, and more.

177 - Hot Mess Hoedown 15

March 05, 2022 17:45 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MB

The first of 2022! In this edition of Hot Mess Hoedown, Kate and Jes read about penguin suits, stray kittens, and more.  Want to submit your own hot mess story? Send it to [email protected] with "Hot Mess" in the subject line.

176 - Catchup: What's Going On With the Pod?

February 18, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MB

This week, Kate and Jes catch up about Kate's covid experience, what's going on with the pod, and more.

175 - REWIND: Sobriety 101 Parts 1 + 2

February 11, 2022 05:00 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

This week we have another Seltzer Squad Rewind for you: our most popular episodes to date, Sobriety 101. This episode was originally released in two parts but now it's all in one place. 

174 - REWIND: "The One Where We Talk About Friends"

February 04, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MB

This week Kate and Jes had to take the week off, so here's a classic from January 2019, "The One Where We Talk About Friends." "This week’s episode the girls talk about friendships new and old in sobriety."

173 - Sobriety 101: The Reboot

January 28, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MB

A lot has changed in the sober universe since Kate and Jes recorded the episode “Sobriety 101”. In this episode the girls revisit this topic and how it applies to 2022.

172 - And Just Like That...

January 21, 2022 05:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

In this episode the girls talk about And Just Like That… the new Sex & the City. Lots of spoilers so only listen if you’ve seen the first five episodes!!

171 - Catch Up New Year '22

January 14, 2022 05:00 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MB

The first catch up of the year! The girls discuss how they celebrated the holidays and share all the new things going on in their lives.

170 - Born This Way?

January 07, 2022 05:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MB

In this episode Jes and Kate ponder whether or not alcoholism come to be from nature vs nurture. Were we destined to have drinking issues? Were we born this way?

169 - Recovery Questions

December 31, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MB

In this episode Kate and Jes ask one another questions that revolve around recovery. Some stump them! How would you answer these questions?

168 - Catch Up Holidays

December 24, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MB

Kate and Jes reflect on Thanksgiving and catch up on how their month is going.

167 - Hot Mess Hoedown 14

December 17, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

The 14 installment of Hot Mess Hoedown! Do you have a hot mess story? Want us to read it on the pod? Send it to us at [email protected] with “hot mess” in the subject line

166 - Squad Questions 18

December 10, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MB

In this episode Kate and Jes give their (unprofessional) opinions and advice to questions sent in by listeners.

165 - Hot Mess Hoedown 13

December 03, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB

The 13th installment of Hot Mess Hoedown! Do you have a hot mess story? Send it to Jes & Kate at [email protected]

164 - Squad Questions 17

November 26, 2021 07:06 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MB

In this episode Kate and Jes give their (unprofessional) opinions and advice to questions sent in by listeners.

163 - Thanksgiving

November 19, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MB

It’s the time of year when a lot of people stress. Seeing family, holidays approaching, and just all of the things. Add being sober to the mix and you have this episode.

162 - So, What ARE We Drinking?

November 12, 2021 17:59 - 29 minutes - 41.2 MB

When Kate and Jes started Seltzer Squad after giving up booze they mainly drank…. Well,… seltzer lol. Three years later and they don’t down as much seltzer, so what ARE they drinking? 

161 - Catchup

November 05, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

It’s been a month since Kate and Jes sat down and caught up…. In this episode the girls discuss all the new happenings in their lives.

160 - Hot Mess Hoedown 12

October 29, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MB

We can’t believe there are already a dozen Hot Mess episodes! In this series Kate and Jes read in listener sent hot mess stories.

159 - Major Milestones: Surprise Edition

October 22, 2021 13:01 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MB

In this episode Kate let’s Jes in on a secret; a milestone for the Seltzer Squad pod!

158 - Instagram vs. Reality

October 15, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MB

In this episode Kate and jes talk about how sobriety looks online versus in real life. Expectations vs reality. The pretty side of sobriety and the ugly.

157 - Rational Recovery

October 08, 2021 04:00 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MB

After Jes hears about Rational Recovery on Midnight Mass, the girls decide to research the program further.