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When Sobriety Gets Messy (Literally): Cat Greenleaf Tells All

When Sobriety Gets Messy (Literally): Cat Greenleaf Tells All

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 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 Connect with Us: -Website: www.thesobercurator.com -Facebook: @The Sober Curator -Instagram: @thesobercurator -X: @thesobercurator -YouTube: @thesobercurator -Pinterest: @thesobercurator Follow & Subscribe: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners. Send Feedback: If you have a story, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at thesobercurator@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you! 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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