#92. Laura Silverman’s Zero Proof Nation: “Turning my mess into my message”

Laura Silverman is the founder of Zero Proof Nation, a global platform connecting low and no-drinks & drinkers worldwide. Nearly 18 years sober, Laura’s LinkedIn profile describes her as "the nexus of NA" – a title she's earned through her tireless work building community and resources for the alcohol-free movement, including the most comprehensive global map of booze-free bars and bottle shops.

0:00 Meeting Laura Silverman
2:21 Different worlds, one nation!
3:20 Laura's story: Hospitalised twice by 24
13:10 First steps to building Zero Proof Nation
16:39 What is Zero Proof Nation
28:24 The changing range in non-alc
31:12 Wines Laura loves
35:02 Partnering with All The Bitter
40:38 Finding Laura & Booze Free in DC
44:25 The BBQ-Q

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