Cross Talk https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com Corey and Claire share their experience, strength, and hope as they navigate life through the lens of Al-Anon recovery. In each episode, a new guest leader shares for ten-minutes about their personal experience in the program of Al-Anon. Then Corey and Claire follow up with a little Cross Talk, digging deeper into the story behind the leader’s recovery and asking the things you always want to but are not able to in the rooms. With questions related to the topic of the day, casual program conversation, and the occasional game, you’re sure to enjoy what can only be described as the best virtual fellowship of your life. Credits: Produced by Claire and Corey Sound Editor/Mix by Claire Original Music and EP01 Edit/Mix by Austin Bunn Original CrossTalk Logo Artwork by Jonathan Grant Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:36:59 -0800 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Health & Fitness:Mental Health 1440 episodic Corey and Claire share their experience, strength, and hope as they navigate life through the lens of Al-Anon recovery. Each episode features a new guest leader who shares for ten minutes on their personal experience in the program of Al-Anon. Corey and Claire then follow up with a little Cross Talk. By asking the questions you don’t always get to in the rooms, they dig deeper into the leader's story and recovery. With questions related to the topic of the day, casual program conversation, and the occasional game, there’s plenty of variety to keep things uplifting and fresh. Wherever you are in your personal journey, you’re sure to enjoy what can only be described as the best virtual fellowship of your life. Cross Talk Cross Talk No true https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/8110450/CrossTalk_Bitch.jpg Cross Talk https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com 144 144 S3 EP 01 C&C - Topic: Getting Current S3 EP 01 C&C - Topic: Getting Current https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s3-ep-01-cc-topic-getting-current/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s3-ep-01-cc-topic-getting-current/#comments Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:36:59 -0800 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/b493a358-c65c-398b-ae59-616acd94fc4b Corey and Claire get all cozy and reflect on the past years learnings, whats happening for them right now, and how they are applying the Al-Anon program for this upcoming year of 2026.

]]> Corey and Claire get all cozy and reflect on the past years learnings, whats happening for them right now, and how they are applying the Al-Anon program for this upcoming year of 2026.

]]> Cross Talk true No 3780 33 full S2 EP 12 Cal - Topic: Keep Coming Back S2 EP 12 Cal - Topic: Keep Coming Back https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-12-cal-topic-keep-coming-back/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-12-cal-topic-keep-coming-back/#comments Mon, 08 Dec 2025 22:29:45 -0800 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/62964d8a-911c-39e4-9358-84ce65e57b86 We hear it at the end of most meetings, Keep Coming Back it works if you work it and your worth it. Claire, Corey, and their guest Cal believe in the having smart feet, progress over perfection, and how regularly coming back to program in all its forms will bring you serenity and peace. 

]]> We hear it at the end of most meetings, Keep Coming Back it works if you work it and your worth it. Claire, Corey, and their guest Cal believe in the having smart feet, progress over perfection, and how regularly coming back to program in all its forms will bring you serenity and peace. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3727 32 full S2 EP 11 Josh - Topic: Working the Al-Anon Program as an Adult Child of an Alcoholic S2 EP 11 Josh - Topic: Working the Al-Anon Program as an Adult Child of an Alcoholic https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-11-josh-topic-working-the-al-anon-program-as-an-adult-child-of-an-alcoholic/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-11-josh-topic-working-the-al-anon-program-as-an-adult-child-of-an-alcoholic/#comments Mon, 29 Jul 2024 17:32:58 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/145f8dcc-52ed-3209-aa87-8a7cf7e13e94 So many of us that grew up in alcoholism identify or relate to the concept of being an adult child of an alcoholic (someone who was a child while growing up in alcoholism and is now an adult). Today's episode focuses on how working the 12 Step Program of Al-Anon can impact the relationship you have with your parents but first and foremost the lifelong relation ship you have with yourself. Corey, Claire and their guest Josh discuss their personal experiences around being adults who grew up with alcoholic parents, what it was like then, and the miracles they experience now from applying the steps and principles of Al-Anon in all their affairs.  

]]> So many of us that grew up in alcoholism identify or relate to the concept of being an adult child of an alcoholic (someone who was a child while growing up in alcoholism and is now an adult). Today's episode focuses on how working the 12 Step Program of Al-Anon can impact the relationship you have with your parents but first and foremost the lifelong relation ship you have with yourself. Corey, Claire and their guest Josh discuss their personal experiences around being adults who grew up with alcoholic parents, what it was like then, and the miracles they experience now from applying the steps and principles of Al-Anon in all their affairs.  

]]> Cross Talk true No 4023 31 full S2 EP 10 Richard - Topic: Staying in Your Own Lane S2 EP 10 Richard - Topic: Staying in Your Own Lane https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-10-richard-topic-staying-in-your-own-lane/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-10-richard-topic-staying-in-your-own-lane/#comments Tue, 25 Jun 2024 18:28:32 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/77fc9ca0-4922-31d2-b970-f5a4bf82dc73 Buckle up and get ready for this supercharged episode of Cross Talk as the hosts hear from one of their favorite old timers all about keeping the focus on yourself and how to stay in your own lane. If your ready to get to work, your in the right place. Richard's enthusiasm, grit, and genuine compassion for himself and others will motivate and encourage you. 

]]> Buckle up and get ready for this supercharged episode of Cross Talk as the hosts hear from one of their favorite old timers all about keeping the focus on yourself and how to stay in your own lane. If your ready to get to work, your in the right place. Richard's enthusiasm, grit, and genuine compassion for himself and others will motivate and encourage you. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 4013 30 full S2 EP 9 Lauren - Topic: Where Ever You Go, There You Are S2 EP 9 Lauren - Topic: Where Ever You Go, There You Are https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-9-lauren-topic-where-ever-you-go-there-you-are/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-9-lauren-topic-where-ever-you-go-there-you-are/#comments Mon, 20 May 2024 17:20:53 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/71a2d48b-efc9-36e9-9bfc-828788939d66 In one way or another, we have all tried to abandon our troubles on the roadside of life and take off to start fresh, only to find those same issues, dilemas, and conflicts waiting for us when we arrive at our new destination. Many of us have found after time in Al-Anon, much of our problems are a source of something internal that needs healing and attention as opposed to something external not doing "what it should". In this episode of Cross Talk, Corey, Claire, and their guest Lauren navigate the nuance of "pulling a geographic", what is looks like to be willing, and how adventure comes in all shapes and sizes. 

]]> In one way or another, we have all tried to abandon our troubles on the roadside of life and take off to start fresh, only to find those same issues, dilemas, and conflicts waiting for us when we arrive at our new destination. Many of us have found after time in Al-Anon, much of our problems are a source of something internal that needs healing and attention as opposed to something external not doing "what it should". In this episode of Cross Talk, Corey, Claire, and their guest Lauren navigate the nuance of "pulling a geographic", what is looks like to be willing, and how adventure comes in all shapes and sizes. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3175 29 full S2 EP 8 Jennie - Topic: Overcoming Obstacles: specifically cynicism, judgment, & fear S2 EP 8 Jennie - Topic: Overcoming Obstacles: specifically cynicism, judgment, & fear https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-8-jennie-topic-overcoming-obstacles-specifically-cynicism-judgment-fear/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-8-jennie-topic-overcoming-obstacles-specifically-cynicism-judgment-fear/#comments Mon, 06 May 2024 17:55:33 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/53e4091e-c5ab-317a-bda8-57787ee52ed9 Like a boulder blocking a pathway, it's often in program we find we have had or may currently still have, obstacles preventing us from moving forward. For this episode's guest, her journey has recently been bringing up a few. And believe it or believe it, Corey and Claire can relate to this deeply. So lace up your hiking boots and join us on this episode's journey to explore the group's boulders, how they've obstructed their trails of life and how the Al-Anon program can be used to roll those rocks right out of the way.

]]> Like a boulder blocking a pathway, it's often in program we find we have had or may currently still have, obstacles preventing us from moving forward. For this episode's guest, her journey has recently been bringing up a few. And believe it or believe it, Corey and Claire can relate to this deeply. So lace up your hiking boots and join us on this episode's journey to explore the group's boulders, how they've obstructed their trails of life and how the Al-Anon program can be used to roll those rocks right out of the way.

]]> Cross Talk true No 3459 28 full S2 EP 7 Dean - Topic: Recovery In The Steps S2 EP 7 Dean - Topic: Recovery In The Steps https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-7-dean-topic-recovery-in-the-steps/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-7-dean-topic-recovery-in-the-steps/#comments Mon, 09 Oct 2023 17:49:50 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e98926f5-6a10-3353-a2ad-c82804f504e2 It's said in Al-Anon that you can find relief in the rooms and recovery in the steps. In this episode, Claire and Corey get cross-talk-tastic with their guest Dean to find out what kind of recovery he has found in the steps and why he most certainly will "keep coming back". 

]]> It's said in Al-Anon that you can find relief in the rooms and recovery in the steps. In this episode, Claire and Corey get cross-talk-tastic with their guest Dean to find out what kind of recovery he has found in the steps and why he most certainly will "keep coming back". 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3694 27 full S2 EP 6 Nina - Topic: 3rd Step Prayer. S2 EP 6 Nina - Topic: 3rd Step Prayer. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-6-nina-topic-3rd-step-prayer/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-6-nina-topic-3rd-step-prayer/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:11:12 -0800 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/33692f2b-2609-3dcc-9f1a-d5f4efe0e586 Relieve me of the bondage of self?! Yes please! In this episode Corey and Claire get to take a look at what it might mean to build a life with higher power instead of trying to do it alone. Nina, this episodes guest, shares her insights into how having everything isn't really anything if you don't have yourself. And the three of them discuss vulnerability and sensitivity as an intuition instead of a weakness. Thank you for listening, and keep coming back!

]]> Relieve me of the bondage of self?! Yes please! In this episode Corey and Claire get to take a look at what it might mean to build a life with higher power instead of trying to do it alone. Nina, this episodes guest, shares her insights into how having everything isn't really anything if you don't have yourself. And the three of them discuss vulnerability and sensitivity as an intuition instead of a weakness. Thank you for listening, and keep coming back!

]]> Cross Talk true No 3917 26 full S2 EP 5 Siena - Topic: We humbly asked. S2 EP 5 Siena - Topic: We humbly asked. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-4-siena-topic-we-humbly-asked/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-4-siena-topic-we-humbly-asked/#comments Sun, 10 Jul 2022 17:15:53 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/bd2e4b99-6581-30e2-9597-c9aba9c33a69 Step 7: We humbly asked god (Higher Power (you name it)) to remove our shortcomings. 

WOWZA For an Al-Anon, asking for help in any way can be daunting. In this episode Corey and Claire get down on their knees, metaphorically peaking, to interview their guest Siena and humbly ask for her insights on...well, being humble. We find out it's not always that easy to know if our shortcomings have been lifted. And we learn a little bit about where our program came from and who started this whole 12 step thing. 

]]> Step 7: We humbly asked god (Higher Power (you name it)) to remove our shortcomings. 

WOWZA For an Al-Anon, asking for help in any way can be daunting. In this episode Corey and Claire get down on their knees, metaphorically peaking, to interview their guest Siena and humbly ask for her insights on...well, being humble. We find out it's not always that easy to know if our shortcomings have been lifted. And we learn a little bit about where our program came from and who started this whole 12 step thing. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3371 25 full S2 EP 4 Gedina - Topic: Deconstructing The Meaning of Feminine and Masculine Energy and How It Sure Is Relevant to Recovery S2 EP 4 Gedina - Topic: Deconstructing The Meaning of Feminine and Masculine Energy and How It Sure Is Relevant to Recovery https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-4-gedina-topic-deconstructing-the-meaning-of-feminine-and-masculine-energy-and-how-it-sure-is-relevant-to-recovery/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-4-gedina-topic-deconstructing-the-meaning-of-feminine-and-masculine-energy-and-how-it-sure-is-relevant-to-recovery/#comments Sun, 26 Jun 2022 21:58:47 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/58710979-1581-3b43-857a-4fdf911eeef1 Season Two's episode Four couldn't be more exciting! Gedina, this episode's guest, brings a humdinger of a conversation to the CrossTalk pod. What could happen if we looked at Feminine and Masculine Energy in the rooms of Al-Anon recovery, identified it within ourselves and went forth honoring the areas that need more love and attention? We might be very surprised by what we find. This episode broadens CrossTalk's usual topic of conversation and Claire and Corey couldn't be more delighted. And, to honor Pride Month, Claire reads an excerpt from the LGBTQ Al-Anon Pamphlet.

]]> Season Two's episode Four couldn't be more exciting! Gedina, this episode's guest, brings a humdinger of a conversation to the CrossTalk pod. What could happen if we looked at Feminine and Masculine Energy in the rooms of Al-Anon recovery, identified it within ourselves and went forth honoring the areas that need more love and attention? We might be very surprised by what we find. This episode broadens CrossTalk's usual topic of conversation and Claire and Corey couldn't be more delighted. And, to honor Pride Month, Claire reads an excerpt from the LGBTQ Al-Anon Pamphlet.

]]> Cross Talk true No 3595 24 full S2 EP 3 Brad - Topic: How un-recovery is recovery S2 EP 3 Brad - Topic: How un-recovery is recovery https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-3-brad-topic-how-un-recovery-is-recovery/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-3-brad-topic-how-un-recovery-is-recovery/#comments Sun, 22 May 2022 22:03:59 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/80b3203f-0672-3053-9562-f0d1471c94b2 Brad joins the duo this week with a real thinker of a topic, how our unrecovered selves can sometimes be our most recovered. Claire and Corey get real, real with their guest with some serious ponderings. What if relapsing is not a failure? What does Al-Anon relapsing look like? Is our SHAME (Should Have Already Mastered Everything) the one in control? And there's some serious cross-talk about bagels. 

]]> Brad joins the duo this week with a real thinker of a topic, how our unrecovered selves can sometimes be our most recovered. Claire and Corey get real, real with their guest with some serious ponderings. What if relapsing is not a failure? What does Al-Anon relapsing look like? Is our SHAME (Should Have Already Mastered Everything) the one in control? And there's some serious cross-talk about bagels. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 4479 23 full S2 EP 2 Dino - Topic: Step 12 S2 EP 2 Dino - Topic: Step 12 https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-2-dino-topic-step-12/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-2-dino-topic-step-12/#comments Sun, 24 Apr 2022 23:47:57 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/1f415543-8684-35ce-87be-23bdef472302 What's a spiritual awakening? How do you know if you've had one? How do we carry the message to others? It's all about to be discussed and the rest of Step 12 for that matter, in this episode of Crosstalk. On this beautiful blooming spring day, Corey and Claire have so much fun with their guest Dino whose jovial attitude, optimistic perspective, and compassionate self-love is totally contagious.   

]]> What's a spiritual awakening? How do you know if you've had one? How do we carry the message to others? It's all about to be discussed and the rest of Step 12 for that matter, in this episode of Crosstalk. On this beautiful blooming spring day, Corey and Claire have so much fun with their guest Dino whose jovial attitude, optimistic perspective, and compassionate self-love is totally contagious.   

]]> Cross Talk true No 3971 22 full S2 EP 1 Andy - Topic: Do keep on trying whenever you fail. S2 EP 1 Andy - Topic: Do keep on trying whenever you fail. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-1-andy-topic-do-keep-on-trying-whenever-you-fail/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/s2-ep-1-andy-topic-do-keep-on-trying-whenever-you-fail/#comments Mon, 11 Apr 2022 13:37:27 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/c606070c-83e7-3b50-b55b-c7fc4020c345 After a few months, away Claire and Corey are officially back with a fresh season and hot guests with ninja recovery! Andy joins the zany duo this week to talk about mistakes, how we make them, why we're afraid of them, and hey! what is a mistake anyway? Something everyone seems to agree on is that we want to keep trying when we fail and The Program is a welcoming place for "mistakes" of all shapes and sizes. 

]]> After a few months, away Claire and Corey are officially back with a fresh season and hot guests with ninja recovery! Andy joins the zany duo this week to talk about mistakes, how we make them, why we're afraid of them, and hey! what is a mistake anyway? Something everyone seems to agree on is that we want to keep trying when we fail and The Program is a welcoming place for "mistakes" of all shapes and sizes. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3758 21 full Episode 20 Aaron - Topic: Obsession Episode 20 Aaron - Topic: Obsession https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-20-aaron-topic-obsession/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-20-aaron-topic-obsession/#comments Mon, 21 Mar 2022 01:19:59 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/6b725caa-6ba5-3348-8469-7dfefbf58dc7 Hello listeners! Claire and Corey are back! And of course, they brought a wonderful guest along on this episode to talk about OBSESSION! Aaron has a lot of insight on what obsession can look like and how it can sneak in even when we think "the problem is gone for good". But fear not, this episode is full of wonderful solutions and deep conversation around how these three manage their own obsession, practice to make progress, and let HP deliver that bigger better life. 

]]> Hello listeners! Claire and Corey are back! And of course, they brought a wonderful guest along on this episode to talk about OBSESSION! Aaron has a lot of insight on what obsession can look like and how it can sneak in even when we think "the problem is gone for good". But fear not, this episode is full of wonderful solutions and deep conversation around how these three manage their own obsession, practice to make progress, and let HP deliver that bigger better life. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3465 20 full Episode 19 Davonna - Topic: Fully Self Supporting Episode 19 Davonna - Topic: Fully Self Supporting https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-19-davonna-topic-fully-self-supporting/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-19-davonna-topic-fully-self-supporting/#comments Wed, 13 Oct 2021 23:52:10 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/bb43825b-e1d3-3b49-ae0e-ffdaea6e1947 Our 7th tradition states that "Every group ought to be fully self‑supporting, declining outside contributions." In this way, we are able to support the group without any conflict of interest or obligation to an outside cause or influence. Corey, Claire, and this episode's guest Davonna explore the vast concept of being self-supporting, how this can affect our self-esteem, and the beauty of showing up for ourselves.    

]]> Our 7th tradition states that "Every group ought to be fully self‑supporting, declining outside contributions." In this way, we are able to support the group without any conflict of interest or obligation to an outside cause or influence. Corey, Claire, and this episode's guest Davonna explore the vast concept of being self-supporting, how this can affect our self-esteem, and the beauty of showing up for ourselves.    

]]> Cross Talk true No 4652 19 full Episode 18 Russell - Topic: Being of Service (its really for yourself) Episode 18 Russell - Topic: Being of Service (its really for yourself) https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-18-russell-topic-being-of-service-its-really-for-yourself/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-18-russell-topic-being-of-service-its-really-for-yourself/#comments Mon, 20 Sep 2021 15:04:33 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/715bcf3f-cc47-33c8-900b-c6c65a16e9cd We've all heard about it and many of us do it. It comes in all shapes and sizes from reading literature at a meeting to taking an outreach call, being the secretary, or setting up chairs. It's not about what you do they say, it's just about doing it! So....what is it about being of service that is soooo important to the program? Aside from it being in our steps, traditions, and literature of course. In this episode of CrossTalk, hosts Corey and Claire and their guest Russell humbly raise their hands and accept the offer to be of service by speaking on the topic of service and what service means to them. Phew, that's a lot of...well, service. 

]]> We've all heard about it and many of us do it. It comes in all shapes and sizes from reading literature at a meeting to taking an outreach call, being the secretary, or setting up chairs. It's not about what you do they say, it's just about doing it! So....what is it about being of service that is soooo important to the program? Aside from it being in our steps, traditions, and literature of course. In this episode of CrossTalk, hosts Corey and Claire and their guest Russell humbly raise their hands and accept the offer to be of service by speaking on the topic of service and what service means to them. Phew, that's a lot of...well, service. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 4179 18 full Episode 17 Betty - Topic: Good Grief (There's so much grief in growth.) Episode 17 Betty - Topic: Good Grief (There's so much grief in growth.) https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-17-betty-topic-good-grief/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-17-betty-topic-good-grief/#comments Sun, 29 Aug 2021 22:31:25 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/b2062f55-d255-3057-9043-8e1c6bb4e184 At times, the grief in the rooms can be daunting. For so many of us, we come to Al-Anon in a state of grief without knowing what to do with it, how to let it go, or even how to work it out. Join Corey, Claire, and their beloved guest, Betty, for this vulnerable hour on living in and with grief, finding acceptance, and allowing it to flow without expectations.  

]]> At times, the grief in the rooms can be daunting. For so many of us, we come to Al-Anon in a state of grief without knowing what to do with it, how to let it go, or even how to work it out. Join Corey, Claire, and their beloved guest, Betty, for this vulnerable hour on living in and with grief, finding acceptance, and allowing it to flow without expectations.  

]]> Cross Talk true No 3868 17 full Episode 16 Ashanti - Topic: We suggest 6 different meetings (finding your people) Episode 16 Ashanti - Topic: We suggest 6 different meetings (finding your people) https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-16-ashanti-topic-we-suggest-6-different-meetings-finding-your-people/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-16-ashanti-topic-we-suggest-6-different-meetings-finding-your-people/#comments Wed, 11 Aug 2021 17:55:47 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/66ab8be8-0c38-313e-bab7-0f36f6b9ef52 "I tried Al-Anon one time...it wasn't really my vibe." We won't deny that Al-Anon might not be for everyone, but how can you know if you only go to one meeting? In program, there are so many different rooms to explore with so many different vibes and experiences and this is why it is suggested to the newcomer to try at least 6 different meetings. Join Claire, Corey, and their guest Ashanti to find out where they found their group of people, how to create the meeting you're looking for, and when it's time to revisit the rooms you might have overlooked in the past.

 

 

 

 

]]> "I tried Al-Anon one time...it wasn't really my vibe." We won't deny that Al-Anon might not be for everyone, but how can you know if you only go to one meeting? In program, there are so many different rooms to explore with so many different vibes and experiences and this is why it is suggested to the newcomer to try at least 6 different meetings. Join Claire, Corey, and their guest Ashanti to find out where they found their group of people, how to create the meeting you're looking for, and when it's time to revisit the rooms you might have overlooked in the past.

 

 

 

 

]]> Cross Talk true No 4876 16 full Episode 15 Julia - Topic: Detachment Episode 15 Julia - Topic: Detachment https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-15-julia-topic-detachment/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-15-julia-topic-detachment/#comments Sun, 20 Jun 2021 21:19:04 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/918e7a67-9267-38d4-8918-1a42d41874a2 Have you ever held onto something (or someone) so tightly that you lost yourself? Yeah, we can relate, and so can Julia! Thank HP she's here to offer her wisdom and experience around detachment. Detaching isn't always easy but it's always worth it. Even though letting go around the alcoholic (or any person, place or thing) seems like the exact opposite thing to do, it is -- in our experience -- the path to serenity. Don't believe us yet? Well, maybe Julia can help with that, too.

]]> Have you ever held onto something (or someone) so tightly that you lost yourself? Yeah, we can relate, and so can Julia! Thank HP she's here to offer her wisdom and experience around detachment. Detaching isn't always easy but it's always worth it. Even though letting go around the alcoholic (or any person, place or thing) seems like the exact opposite thing to do, it is -- in our experience -- the path to serenity. Don't believe us yet? Well, maybe Julia can help with that, too.

]]> Cross Talk true No 4046 15 full Episode 14 David - Topic: The Family Disease of Alcoholism Episode 14 David - Topic: The Family Disease of Alcoholism https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-14-david-topic-the-family-disease-of-alcoholism/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-14-david-topic-the-family-disease-of-alcoholism/#comments Mon, 31 May 2021 12:24:50 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/aa0758a8-41f5-3465-82af-be17654b6228 "The Al-Anon Welcome" reads "The family situation is bound to improve as we apply the Al-Anon ideas." Is this really true? What about keeping the focus on ourselves? In this episode of CrossTalk, guest David shares all about the family disease from his perspective as both the Alcoholic and the Al-Anon in all aspects of his family affairs. We get a full spectrum of experiences as a child of an alcoholic, a husband suffering from addiction, a parent of an addict, and David's life as a son, husband, and parent on the other side in full active joyful recovery. This one has a little something for everyone, after all it is a family disease. 

]]> "The Al-Anon Welcome" reads "The family situation is bound to improve as we apply the Al-Anon ideas." Is this really true? What about keeping the focus on ourselves? In this episode of CrossTalk, guest David shares all about the family disease from his perspective as both the Alcoholic and the Al-Anon in all aspects of his family affairs. We get a full spectrum of experiences as a child of an alcoholic, a husband suffering from addiction, a parent of an addict, and David's life as a son, husband, and parent on the other side in full active joyful recovery. This one has a little something for everyone, after all it is a family disease. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3749 14 full Episode 13 Tory - Topic: Self-esteem Episode 13 Tory - Topic: Self-esteem https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-13-tory-topic-self-esteem/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-13-tory-topic-self-esteem/#comments Mon, 19 Apr 2021 23:43:59 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/df48fc96-a590-388d-9955-5b3014a6eaed There's a phrase used in Al-Anon: "Self-esteem is built through esteemable acts." Claire and Corey needed some tips so they brought in their superstar guest, Tory! On this episode of CrossTalk, it's all about what self-esteem is, and how to find it within ourselves.

]]> There's a phrase used in Al-Anon: "Self-esteem is built through esteemable acts." Claire and Corey needed some tips so they brought in their superstar guest, Tory! On this episode of CrossTalk, it's all about what self-esteem is, and how to find it within ourselves.

]]> Cross Talk true No 4855 13 full Episode 12 Catherine - Topic: Gift Of Desperation Episode 12 Catherine - Topic: Gift Of Desperation https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-12-catherine-topic-gift-of-desperation/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-12-catherine-topic-gift-of-desperation/#comments Sun, 04 Apr 2021 18:50:00 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/80cb4cbb-cdcb-3411-a88b-b1eab0b63e44 Have you ever experienced G.O.D.? Ya know, the Gift Of Desperation? Claire and Corey sure have! On this episode of CrossTalk, they explore the ins and outs of desperation with their guest, Cathrine. We thought Claire knew the slogans and acronyms of Al-Anon but wow, Catherine takes it to the next level! We always knew there was a lot to be found at rock bottom, who knew hope would be a part of the mix? 

]]> Have you ever experienced G.O.D.? Ya know, the Gift Of Desperation? Claire and Corey sure have! On this episode of CrossTalk, they explore the ins and outs of desperation with their guest, Cathrine. We thought Claire knew the slogans and acronyms of Al-Anon but wow, Catherine takes it to the next level! We always knew there was a lot to be found at rock bottom, who knew hope would be a part of the mix? 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3930 12 full Episode 11 Charley - Topic: Outside Issues. Episode 11 Charley - Topic: Outside Issues. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-11-charley-topic-outside-issues/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-11-charley-topic-outside-issues/#comments Sun, 28 Feb 2021 23:12:41 -0800 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/4cda9b10-ebc8-372b-83f1-e07efc465714 Outside issues, we all have 'em...am I right?! In this episode Corey and Claire CrossTalk all over outside issues with their guest Charley. What is an outside issue? Is there any literature about them? What happens when I talk about outside issues in the rooms? Some of these questions might be answered but what we know for sure is there's plenty of outside issue talk in this episode and gosh we may all be better for it. 

]]> Outside issues, we all have 'em...am I right?! In this episode Corey and Claire CrossTalk all over outside issues with their guest Charley. What is an outside issue? Is there any literature about them? What happens when I talk about outside issues in the rooms? Some of these questions might be answered but what we know for sure is there's plenty of outside issue talk in this episode and gosh we may all be better for it. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3672 11 full Episode 10 Brin - Topic: Understanding The Alcoholic. Episode 10 Brin - Topic: Understanding The Alcoholic. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-10-brin-topic-understanding-the-alcoholic/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-10-brin-topic-understanding-the-alcoholic/#comments Sun, 07 Feb 2021 20:27:04 -0800 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/0370675c-7886-32f4-beeb-050c923ec968 It's not easy to live with an alcoholic, says the Al-Anon. Well...try being one. On this episode of CrossTalk Corey and Claire get real with double winner Brin about what it's like to come into Al-Anon after years in AA. Sometimes a different perspective can bring about wild amounts of growth, change, and awakening. 

]]> It's not easy to live with an alcoholic, says the Al-Anon. Well...try being one. On this episode of CrossTalk Corey and Claire get real with double winner Brin about what it's like to come into Al-Anon after years in AA. Sometimes a different perspective can bring about wild amounts of growth, change, and awakening. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 4223 10 full Episode 9 Corey - Topic: What it was like, what happened, and what it’s like now. Episode 9 Corey - Topic: What it was like, what happened, and what it’s like now. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-9-corey-topic-what-it-was-like-what-happened-and-what-it-s-like-now/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-9-corey-topic-what-it-was-like-what-happened-and-what-it-s-like-now/#comments Mon, 18 Jan 2021 17:07:12 -0800 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/0d139463-fe9f-34de-8f51-ddd25be11877 In this crazy world we live in, who wants to listen to a podcast without knowing about the hosts???! Maybe someone, but we're giving you the low down anyway. This is the second of two unique episodes of CrossTalk where your hosts dig deep to tell you all about themselves. What it was like, what happened, and what it's like now. In this episode, Corey gets real with Claire about living and breathing in the dysfunction of Alcoholism from the day he popped out, what abandonment was for him, and how things got to changing for real once program life was a part of the picture. 

]]> In this crazy world we live in, who wants to listen to a podcast without knowing about the hosts???! Maybe someone, but we're giving you the low down anyway. This is the second of two unique episodes of CrossTalk where your hosts dig deep to tell you all about themselves. What it was like, what happened, and what it's like now. In this episode, Corey gets real with Claire about living and breathing in the dysfunction of Alcoholism from the day he popped out, what abandonment was for him, and how things got to changing for real once program life was a part of the picture. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 4233 9 full Episode 8 Diane - Topic: From Judgment to Forgiveness (holiday special!) Episode 8 Diane - Topic: From Judgment to Forgiveness (holiday special!) https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-8-diane-topic-from-judgment-to-forgiveness-holiday-special/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-8-diane-topic-from-judgment-to-forgiveness-holiday-special/#comments Wed, 23 Dec 2020 16:11:49 -0800 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/d684643c-1431-3b3c-8531-dd588a19e9bf Nothing says Happy Holidays like a warm steaming mug of judgment! Corey and Claire have never been judgmental in their lives (wink wink) so they decided it would be best to bring in an expert on the topic. Diane serves up a full buffet with all our favorite Al-Anon fixings. Growing up in a chaotic home sprinkled with addiction and unpredictability, bringing the family disease of alcoholism with you into adulthood, how self-awareness can lead to change and acceptance, and finally, the true joy and serenity of life when forgiveness replaces judgment. But seriously, put on your cozy sweater and snuggle up by the fire with Diane, Corey, and Claire for this special episode of CrossTalk. 

]]> Nothing says Happy Holidays like a warm steaming mug of judgment! Corey and Claire have never been judgmental in their lives (wink wink) so they decided it would be best to bring in an expert on the topic. Diane serves up a full buffet with all our favorite Al-Anon fixings. Growing up in a chaotic home sprinkled with addiction and unpredictability, bringing the family disease of alcoholism with you into adulthood, how self-awareness can lead to change and acceptance, and finally, the true joy and serenity of life when forgiveness replaces judgment. But seriously, put on your cozy sweater and snuggle up by the fire with Diane, Corey, and Claire for this special episode of CrossTalk. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 4491 8 full Episode 7 Claire - Topic: What it was like, what happened, and what it's like now. Episode 7 Claire - Topic: What it was like, what happened, and what it's like now. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-7-claire-topic-what-it-was-like-what-happened-and-what-its-like-now/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-7-claire-topic-what-it-was-like-what-happened-and-what-its-like-now/#comments Tue, 08 Dec 2020 22:29:30 -0800 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/a64566b2-b41c-3ecd-92f9-0adecba1c8a1 This is the first of two unique episodes of Cross Talk where your hosts dig deep to tell you all about themselves. What it was like, what happened, and what it's like now. In this episode, Claire gets real with Corey about growing up in alcoholism and chaos, the patterns that they found themselves repeating, and how they found serenity and happiness through the program of Al-Anon. 

]]> This is the first of two unique episodes of Cross Talk where your hosts dig deep to tell you all about themselves. What it was like, what happened, and what it's like now. In this episode, Claire gets real with Corey about growing up in alcoholism and chaos, the patterns that they found themselves repeating, and how they found serenity and happiness through the program of Al-Anon. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3677 7 full Episode 6 Kait - Topic: Easy Does It Episode 6 Kait - Topic: Easy Does It https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-6-kait-topic-easy-does-it/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-6-kait-topic-easy-does-it/#comments Sun, 18 Oct 2020 23:47:19 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/be54fcc7-f6cd-33c4-a7fe-707f3b2b94e2 “Figure it out”… not a slogan. But “Easy Does It” sure is! Tired of living a hard life? Take a big gulp of “Easy Does It” and find yourself refreshed and revitalized. This episode’s guest, Kait, joins Claire and Corey for some program master class discussion all around the concept of “Easy Does It” and the massive changes it can have to a perspective, attitude, and ultimately someone's life.

]]> “Figure it out”… not a slogan. But “Easy Does It” sure is! Tired of living a hard life? Take a big gulp of “Easy Does It” and find yourself refreshed and revitalized. This episode’s guest, Kait, joins Claire and Corey for some program master class discussion all around the concept of “Easy Does It” and the massive changes it can have to a perspective, attitude, and ultimately someone's life.

]]> Cross Talk true No 3596 6 full Episode 5 Alex - Topic: Working a "We" program Episode 5 Alex - Topic: Working a "We" program https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-5-alex-topic-working-a-we-program/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-5-alex-topic-working-a-we-program/#comments Sun, 30 Aug 2020 20:08:32 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/807c9646-8191-353b-8591-868738025d1d Corey and Claire sit down with this episode's guest, Alex, to discuss why Al Anon is a "We" program. Many members come to the program with the idea that they need to do everything alone -- why would they trust anyone when they could do it better themselves, right? Besides, asking for help can be such a bother. Well, these three fellows sit down to debunk the idea that doing things alone is the better, safer way and explore all the richness that can come from working a program in community with others. We really don't have to work Al Anon all alone.

]]> Corey and Claire sit down with this episode's guest, Alex, to discuss why Al Anon is a "We" program. Many members come to the program with the idea that they need to do everything alone -- why would they trust anyone when they could do it better themselves, right? Besides, asking for help can be such a bother. Well, these three fellows sit down to debunk the idea that doing things alone is the better, safer way and explore all the richness that can come from working a program in community with others. We really don't have to work Al Anon all alone.

]]> Cross Talk true No 3900 5 full Episode 4 Joh - Topic: A God of their own understanding. Episode 4 Joh - Topic: A God of their own understanding. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-4-joh-topic-a-god-of-our-own-understanding/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-4-joh-topic-a-god-of-our-own-understanding/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2020 20:40:03 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/31491696-1932-36bc-956b-62201c944b57 Corey and Claire explore all the possibilities of God with this week's guest, Joh. As a spiritual program, Al-Anon emphasizes the concept of adopting a Higher Power or a "god of our own understanding". Joh takes us on an honest and heartfelt journey of what God meant to them before program, what obstacles they faced growing up in a religious home, and how they found their way to what is now the god of their understanding. Corey, of course, gets in there with all the crosstalking questions anyone could ever want, and Claire can't help talking about their "Farting Dust God". 

]]> Corey and Claire explore all the possibilities of God with this week's guest, Joh. As a spiritual program, Al-Anon emphasizes the concept of adopting a Higher Power or a "god of our own understanding". Joh takes us on an honest and heartfelt journey of what God meant to them before program, what obstacles they faced growing up in a religious home, and how they found their way to what is now the god of their understanding. Corey, of course, gets in there with all the crosstalking questions anyone could ever want, and Claire can't help talking about their "Farting Dust God". 

]]> Cross Talk true No 4438 4 full Episode 3 John - Topic: Being okay whether the alcoholic is drinking or not. Episode 3 John - Topic: Being okay whether the alcoholic is drinking or not. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-3-john-topic-being-okay-whether-the-alcoholic-is-drinking-or-not/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-3-john-topic-being-okay-whether-the-alcoholic-is-drinking-or-not/#comments Mon, 18 May 2020 21:19:16 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/f8aa52ad-1ba9-5159-bc02-d4bef6d69a6e Corey and Claire dig down deep with this week's guest, John. Al-Anon's literature offers the idea that "We can be okay whether the Alcoholic is drinking or not." These three lively fellows explore this concept and share the different ways they have been "okay" no matter who is or isn't drinking, whether their day went as planned, and no matter who spills the coffee. This episode is all about the joy of minding our own business! 

 

]]> Corey and Claire dig down deep with this week's guest, John. Al-Anon's literature offers the idea that "We can be okay whether the Alcoholic is drinking or not." These three lively fellows explore this concept and share the different ways they have been "okay" no matter who is or isn't drinking, whether their day went as planned, and no matter who spills the coffee. This episode is all about the joy of minding our own business! 

 

]]> Cross Talk true No 3152 1 3 full Episode 2 Bryson - Topic: I came to change someone else and stayed to heal myself. Episode 2 Bryson - Topic: I came to change someone else and stayed to heal myself. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-2-bryson-topic-i-came-to-change-someone-else-and-stayed-to-heal-myself/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-2-bryson-topic-i-came-to-change-someone-else-and-stayed-to-heal-myself/#comments Mon, 04 May 2020 00:14:25 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e282adee-4da2-50be-a84b-4df2cd8cda57 Corey and Claire Cross Talk the heck out of Bryson! Okay, really they just ask him a bunch of questions. We find out all about what brought Bryson to the program of Al-Anon and what has kept him coming back for 19+ years! Hint, it isn't what brought him in. 

]]> Corey and Claire Cross Talk the heck out of Bryson! Okay, really they just ask him a bunch of questions. We find out all about what brought Bryson to the program of Al-Anon and what has kept him coming back for 19+ years! Hint, it isn't what brought him in. 

]]> Cross Talk true No 4169 2 full Episode 1 Rachel - Topic: Being a newcomer. Episode 1 Rachel - Topic: Being a newcomer. https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-1-rachel-topic-being-a-newcomer/ https://itscrosstalk.podbean.com/e/episode-1-rachel-topic-being-a-newcomer/#comments Sun, 19 Apr 2020 22:08:18 -0700 itscrosstalk.podbean.com/b2f9d419-3664-53b6-95b5-cfd91a50310f Corey and Claire kick it off with their first guest Rachel! After Rachel's lead, they dive right in with questions pulling back the layers of the proverbial onion that is recovery. We learn what it was like for Rachel as a newcomer to program, what brought her to program, what it was like then and what it's like now. 

]]> Corey and Claire kick it off with their first guest Rachel! After Rachel's lead, they dive right in with questions pulling back the layers of the proverbial onion that is recovery. We learn what it was like for Rachel as a newcomer to program, what brought her to program, what it was like then and what it's like now. 

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