HAPPY EVERY HOUR
Blue Moon Brewing Belgian White Tastes Like an All-You-Can-Eat Citrus Buffet

Blue Moon Brewing, hailing from Golden, Colorado, has long been the gateway beer for many budding craft enthusiasts. Their Belgian White is a staple in bars and ballparks, often sporting a hefty orange wedge as its signature garnish. While Blue Moon has never been the most adventurous brewery, their decision to dip a toe into the non-alcoholic pool is interesting. Given their mass appeal, it’s only natural they’d offer a booze-free brew to appease the sober-curious crowd. But does it live up to the expectations of the OG Blue Moon loyalists?

#QUITLIT
“Factory Man” by Beth Macy

“Factory Man” by Beth Macy is an extraordinary work of nonfiction that tells the compelling and timely story of John Bassett III (JBIII) and his fight to keep American furniture manufacturing alive in the face of overwhelming global competition. Macy expertly intertwines the personal, economic, and cultural impacts of globalization through the lens of the Bassett Furniture Company, one of the largest furniture manufacturers in the United States. The book masterfully details the fall of an industry, the devastation left in its wake, and one man’s refusal to surrender to the forces of cheap, imported labor.

RECOVERY PODCASTLAND
Reflections on My Conversation with Emma McAdam: Unpacking Anxiety, Anger, and Codependency

I recently had the privilege of joining Emma McAdam on her “Therapy in a Nutshell” podcast, where we delved into the intricate connections between anxiety, suppressed anger, and codependency. This conversation illuminated the profound ways in which our internal emotional landscapes influence our behaviors and relationships.​

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Addicted to the Hustle: Why Selling Drugs Was Harder For Me to Quit Than Using Them

I never set out to be a drug dealer, let alone an addict. I was smart—a straight-A student, an athlete, even part of the gifted program. But life had a way of pulling me into the shadows. Selling drugs wasn’t just about money; it was survival, validation, and a twisted sense of belonging. 

ENTERTAINMENT
Shame and Self-Loathing in the Southwest: The 10-Day Road Trip and Surprising Voice That Led to My Sobriety 

It was 1 AM in Moab, Utah, the first night of a 10-day trip through the southwest. I’d had one beer at dinner—a low-alcohol beer, at that—and yet I’d woken up in an adrenaline-fueled panic, my mind and heart racing. It wasn’t the first time I’d woken up with my systems in overdrive, trying to metabolize a day’s worth of drinking. It was the first time it happened after a single beer. 

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Doechii’s Grammy Win Is a Celebration of Sobriety, Self-Love, and Success

Doechii’s Grammy win for Best Rap Album wasn’t just a celebration of her musical prowess—it marked a powerful moment spotlighting her inspiring journey with sobriety. During her heartfelt acceptance speech, the rising rap sensation credited sobriety for her success, sharing emotionally, "I dedicated my life to sobriety, and God told me I would be rewarded and that He would show me just how good it can get." Her candid revelation serves as a beacon for fans and fellow artists alike, showcasing that personal growth and professional achievements can flourish beautifully without substances.

Doechii’s openness about her sobriety journey is refreshing, especially in an industry notorious for glamorizing excess. By speaking candidly about her decision to embrace sobriety, Doechii sends a powerful message about self-discovery and transformation, showing fans that success doesn’t have to come at the expense of mental and physical health. Her authenticity and vulnerability are breaking barriers in hip-hop and redefining what it means to live your best life—fully present, clear-minded, and unapologetically true to yourself.

For anyone struggling, know that help is available: 📞 1-800-662-HELP (SAMHSA Helpline).

LIFESTYLE
Unpacking The Met Gala 2025 Theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style

“Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” this year’s gala celebrates the history and evolution of Black dandyism, an aesthetic movement that has redefined fashion, politics, and cultural identity for centuries. Drawing inspiration from Monica L. Miller’s seminal 2009 book “Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity,” the event will examine how tailoring and personal style have been used as acts of resistance, identity formation, and self-expression.

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Reclaiming St. Patrick’s Day

The story of colonization is written in many languages, but one of the most insidious is the language of alcohol. For centuries, the British Empire wielded alcohol as a weapon of control, suppression, and assimilation against the Irish people. Understanding this history is essential not only for recognizing the deep wounds inflicted on Ireland but also for reclaiming sobriety as an act of rebellion, resistance, and self-determination. 

ENTERTAINMENT
“Mrs. Dalloway” by Virginia Woolf 

In a world that never seems to stop spinning, our minds often mirror the frenetic pace. Amy Liz-Harrison, host of “Eternally Amy,” invites us to a reflective pause in this episode where she masterfully bridges the gap between past and present themes of recovery, mental health, and personal growth with the timeless novel “Mrs. Dalloway” by Virginia Woolf. 

SPIRITUAL GANGSTER
I Want to Be Different

Classy Problems is a daily post of thinking in motion by Dan T. Rogers. Each post stands alone as a thought-provoking piece, yet together, they create a puzzle of ideas. They invite you to see things from a different angle, rethink what you thought you knew, and explore what’s beyond your current understanding.

RECOVERY PODCASTLAND
Launching a Podcast: The Unexpected Vulnerability of Telling It All

My first episode aired on January 7, 2025, and I am not backing down. I dove deep into my childhood struggles with body image, disordered eating, and an insatiable need for external validation—the perfect recipe for becoming a full-fledged “pick me” girl. I pulled back the curtain on how these experiences ultimately paved the way for my reliance on alcohol.