Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
Sarah Hepola on Drinking in a "Dry" Texas County
Sarah Hepola on Drinking in a "Dry" Texas County
Sarah Hepola on Drinking in a "Dry" Texas County
Tuesday 3rd August 2021
Join Sarah Hepola as she shares her journey to sobriety and explores a unique Texas town's relationship with alcohol.
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Get the buttons here!Sarah Hepola: Navigating Sobriety in a Unique Texas Town
I think because it's so few people that you can't not know them, you can't not know who they are.
Ever wondered what it's like to seek sobriety in a place where alcohol is technically off-limits? In this engaging episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery', Texas-based writer Sarah Hepola sits down with host Marshall Poe to share her compelling journey.
Hepola, widely recognized for her 2015 memoir 'Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget', brings her storytelling prowess to the table as she discusses her latest article, 'In Mobile City Everybody Knows Your Name', published in Texas Monthly. Sarah takes listeners on a trip to Buena Vista, a small Texas town that was incorporated solely to circumvent the dry laws of its county.
Through her vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, you'll get a glimpse into the town's quirky character and the lives of its residents. More importantly, Hepola opens up about her own path to sobriety, weaving her personal experiences with the broader narrative of the town. This episode isn't just about a unique town; it's about the power of community and the surprising ways people come together.
Hepola highlights how neighborliness and practical conversations can make a world of difference when battling addiction. She also gives a sneak peek into her upcoming podcast for Texas Monthly and shares some of her favorite podcasts and books, offering listeners plenty of new material to explore. Whether you're on your own sobriety journey, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the intersection of local laws and personal stories, this episode offers a heartfelt and informative listen.
Tune in for a blend of humor, honesty, and hope.