In this hilariously honest and deeply human conversation, Emmy-winning host Cat Greenleaf joins Alysse to spill all the sober tea—from peeing her pants during a double-booking with Tom Arnold and Art Alexakis, to discovering what sobriety actually looks like when you're no longer a “lone wolf.” Cat opens up about service, creativity, aging, friendship with Pee-wee Herman, crafting on cocaine, and the real emotional glow-up that happens when you stop pretending and start living. This episode is equal parts chaos, charm, confessions, and zero-proof realness.  

Takeaways: Sobriety gets richer when you stop isolating and start connecting with people who speak your language. 

Cat’s shift from “lone wolf” to community deepened her recovery—and her sanity. 

Golden-age celebrity stories? Yes please. Especially ones involving Pee-wee Herman sending hourly birthday messages. 

Creativity, addiction, and reinvention always have a wild intersection (including cocaine-fueled stenciling). 

“Zero fucks given” remains a valid business plan—and a liberating way to live. 

Key Timestamps: 

[00:01:47] — Cat Greenleaf arrives: The sober stoop era begins. 

[00:04:30] — “Sometimes I wish I’d shut the f*ck up”: Cat on oversharing in recovery. 

[00:06:13] — The Tom Arnold + Art Alexakis pee-your-pants saga. 

[00:11:00] — Pee-wee Herman memories: birthday calls & inappropriate Christmas cards. 

[00:14:21] — Cocaine + crafting: Cat and Alysse trade hilarious addiction-era stories. 

[00:17:00] — Hobby obsessions, lone-wolf recovery, and life after chaos. 

[00:22:00] — The infamous dog-poop showdown on Cat’s beach. 

[00:23:56] — The healing power of work, ocean singing, and coffee. 

Resources & Links: 

Cat Greenleaf — SoberNess Podcast Website https://www.soberness.com/ 

Cat on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sobernesspodcast/  

Cat on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@sobernesspodcast 

Cat on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soberness-podcast/id1768121457  

TSC Resources & Links: 

-Meet the Contributors 

-Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide 

-Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide 

-LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide 

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About: 

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. 

*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.

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