Beth Bowen
Beth Bowen
"It's Not an Astrological Transit" with author Michelle Tea
"It's Not an Astrological Transit" with author Michelle Tea
"It's Not an Astrological Transit" with author Michelle Tea
Friday 2nd September 2022
Join Beth Bowen on Sober Stories as she talks with Michelle Tea about punk culture, sobriety, and the radical resistance of living alcohol-free.
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Get the buttons here!Michelle Tea: Punk, Sobriety, and the Power of Radical Change
And I tend to also agree that my sobriety is rooted in my feminism and that it is a radical, active resistance to not be numb anymore and to not be, and I think that's a really cool reframe to be able to say, actually this is really fucking cool, that I'm doing this.
Have you ever wondered how the punk culture of the '80s and '90s shaped lives and stories? In this episode of Sober Stories, host Beth Bowen sits down with the remarkable Michelle Tea, a name synonymous with queer literature and radical movements. Michelle shares her journey from the wild days of punk and queer culture to finding sobriety and reclaiming her happiness. Her story isn't just about quitting alcohol; it's about embracing life with clarity and courage.
Michelle opens up about the challenges of re-learning to write while sober and how her approach to life has evolved over the years. The conversation takes intriguing turns, touching on astrology, the use of psychedelic mushrooms in recovery, and the fine line between coping mechanisms and self-destruction. Michelle also discusses her literary movement, Sister Spit, and her latest book, 'Knocking Myself Up: A Memoir of My Infertility'.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how sobriety can be a form of radical resistance, especially within the queer community. Beth and Michelle delve into how choosing a life without alcohol is an act of bravery and feminism, offering a nuanced look at the complexities of living sober. If you're looking for inspiration and a fresh perspective on sobriety, this episode is a must-listen.