Sober Speak- Alcoholics Anonymous Recovery Interviews

In this continuation of Sober Speak episode 183, June G shares how recovery can be a long process and that ultimately success is a huge amount of work. Her story reinforces the idea that promises will come true IF you work for them and not to let the gifts of the program take you out of the program. June G also speaks to some of her best qualities are skills/assets that she learned in AA.

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183- June G- Part 1- 48 years Sober in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 183

In this episode of Sober Speak, June G shares what it was like before she came in to the program at age 13 in 1972. She speaks to how alcoholism and violence throughout her childhood left her spirit for dead. June talks about what it was like being so young in the program and what it took for her to get and stay sober for 48 years so far.

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182- Dawn C- Walking Through Trauma in Sobriety

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 182

In this episode of Sober Speak, Dawn C shares how the program of AA has changed how she responds to adversity and obstacles in her life. She speaks to being given the tools to be happy and cope with life on life's terms. Dawn shares on synchronicity and how God is everywhere if you are looking for It/Him.

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181- (AA History Series) Barry L- Author of Living Sober

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 181

This is a special edition Sober Speak featuring the recording of Barry L at the 50th Anniversary Convention in July 1985. Barry who is the author of Living Sober details the origin of the Third Tradition, the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.

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180- Karl M- The Center of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 180

In this episode of Sober Speak, Karl shares his trials and tribulations getting sober through military treatment and how he ultimately found success "watching" AA. He also speaks to the importance of finding spiritual answers through service. Karl believes the back bone of the program boils down to one alcoholic sharing with another alcoholic.

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179- Clay D- I Have A Purpose

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 179

In this episode of Sober Speak Clay D makes a much awaited return to the mic detailing lessons learned through his 46 years of sobriety. He speaks to how all negative things are opportunities to grow and the importance of purpose. Clay explains how doing the work of the program has changed him from someone that loved things and used people to someone who loves people and uses things.

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178- Bill C- Step 12 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 178

178 Bill C Step 12 In this episode of SoberSpeak, Bill C is back at the mic sharing his thoughts and experience with the 12th Step. He imparts what he views as the five pillars of the spiritual condition and how he gravitates to those who have worked a good program and as a result has minimized their ego. Bill talks about how what's saves us is US and how the most powerful transformations come from sponsorship.

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177- Amy D- Prostitutes Don't Get Sober On Saturday

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 177

Amy D of Louisville, KY. In this episode of SoberSpeak, Amy D shares her experience, strength and hope garnered on her path to recovery. A redeeming story of a fast girl willing to pay the price for the drink to be homeless losing everything. Amy speaks to what it was like getting sober and the joys she had sharing some sobriety time with her father.

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176- Charlie P- I Thought I Changed My Mind

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 176

Charlie P of Austin, TX. In this episode of Sober Speak, Charlie P speaks to the pitfalls of trying to figure out the "why" of alcoholism, his thoughts on being a circuit speaker, and a comical story about the ability of alcoholics to discern BS. He also speaks what he views as the three key steps to recovery.

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175- Kitchen Table AA- Bill C, Matthew M, Jay S

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 175

Kitchen Table AA In this unconventional episode of SoberSpeak, members of the Kitchen Table AA group chat about a variety of topics including the success rate of AA, evidence-based recovery, and the different forms of prayer.

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174- Matthew M- Surrenders 8 and 9 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 174

Matthew M from Santa Paula, CA. Surrenders 8 & 9 In this episode of SoberSpeak, Matthew m is back to shares his thoughts on Steps 8 & 9 and why he considers them Surrenders. He speaks to how defending mistakes is the hallmark of an unsound mind, the two parts of forgiveness, and how terminal uniqueness can keep a person in agitation and agony. Matthew also shares how sponsorship has given him a continually renewed experience of the Steps.

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173- Bill C- Step 11 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 173

Bill C of Torrance, CA. Step 11 In this episode of SoberSpeak, Bill C is back at the mic giving sharing his experience with improving his conscious contact with God. Bill speaks to how easily the ego can derail your meditation practice, the pitfalls of disciplined meditation practice, and simple ways to meditate with intent and bring yourself into the present throughout your day. Bill speaks to how AA is not psychotherapy but rather treats the spiritual condition resulting in mental and physical improvements.

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172- Julia K from Berlin - The Prodigal Daughter

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 172

Julia K from Berin, Germany In this episode of SoberSpeak, Julia K shares how she came to the rooms of AA, the quality of Big Book translations, and the difficulties experienced in trying to use the text in foreign AA communities. She also shares how she went from the walking dead to how the program has given her a drive for limitless expansion, spiritual growth, and the joy of life.

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171- David G- Having Had a Spiritual Awakening...

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 171

David G from Frisco, TX In this episode of SoberSpeak, David G speaks to how spiritual people can still do wrong things while in recovery and the need for conscious contact with God. He also shares some of his wisdom gained working in a sober home and what he sees as the number one thing that leads people to relapse.

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170- Gary K -Sober Speak Live!!! Part 2- Q and A

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 170

In this continuation of episode 169, Gary K responds to listener questions from addiction swapping to his relationship with God.

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169- Gary K- Sober Speak LIVE!!- Part 1

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 169

In this SoberSpeak Live Event, Gary K takes the mic sharing his story of being extremely educated and qualified in life but not being able to learn recovery; he had to experience it. Gary also shares why he believes action and transparency are the two most important words in the AA program and how spiritual secrets will keep you sick. Gary emphasizes the concept of spiritual hygiene and how AA is a design for living a clean life.

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168- Brian P- Steps 1 and 2 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 168

In this episode of SoberSpeak, Brian P shares his perceptions of Steps 1 & 2 and how they are both physical and mental. Brian speaks to how he straightened out spiritually and then mentally and how AA has down for him slowly what booze did quickly. Brian also speaks to the concept of God and why many struggle with this aspect of their recovery.

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167- Claudia H- Live at Tri-Cities

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 167

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Claudia H Tri-Cities Live In this Tri-Cities Live Sober Speak episode, Claudia H talks about her false pride in drinking and the great losses and joys incurred before she stopped drinking. She shares how her higher power has always met her in her moment of need and how good sponsorship has led her through dark times. Claudia speaks to how seeing others face calamity with serenity gave her hope that she too could get and stay sober.

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166- Sponsorship- Let the People Sober Speak

Fri, 25 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 166

Sponsorship

In this episode of Sober Speak, listeners chime in creating a verbal compendium of what sponsorship means to them.

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165- Pete F- Practical Sobriety in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 165

In this episode of SoberSpeak, Pete F shares the lengths he went to avoid addressing his alcoholism and how surrendering has led him to a more peaceful and amicable life. Pete also speaks to filing his father's dying wish for him, the definition of humility, and how anyone can get sober in Alcohols Anonymous.

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164- Bobby C- Live at Tri Cities

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 164

Bobby C Live @ Tri-Cities In this Tri-Cities Live edition of Sober Speak, Bobby C shares about his lifetime of misbehaving, the impact the military had on his addiction, and the tragic death that ultimately led him to sobriety. He also speaks to his extreme anger and violent tendencies after putting down the drink, using the Big Book as a weapon, not a tool, and what he had to do to change his outlook on life.

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163- Jerred M- Life Can Change in the Blink of an Eye

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0600

Episode 163

Jerrod M In this episode of Sober Speak, Jerrod M shares how his experiences with loss and grief catapulted him into his addiction and also brought him back to recovery years later. Jerrod speaks to his realizations that the only way he could survive his grief was in contact with his Higher Power and the only he is responsible for his actions and doing the right things.

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162- Bill C- Step 10 in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 162

Bill C In this episode of Sober Speak, Bill C is back at the mic sharing his experience of being a speaker at meetings worldwide through the power of zoom, the economic repercussions of the pandemic on central office, and his experience with Step 10. Bill speaks to the realization that nothing is personal, the need for compassion in place of patience and tolerance, and how the collapse of the egoic structure leads to profound realizations.

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161- Giving Thanks to YOU from Sober Speak 2020

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 19:08:37 -0600

Episode 161

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160: Nancy B- How Blessed I am

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 160

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In this episode of Sober Speak, Nancy B talks about how she never felt like enough in life and yet was full of arrogance. She speaks to how being diagnosed with an incurable disease had her asking questions like why but also led her to realize how blessed she is. Nancy shares about the evolving recovery community during the pandemic and how AA has given her the ability to stand up and the willingness to kneel down.

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159: Buddy C- Sober Meditations

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 159

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158- Matthew M. Surrenders 4,5,6,7 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -0600

Episode 158

Matthew M 4,5,6 & 7 In this continuation of Sober Speak 157, Matt M continues to speak to his interpretation of the 12 Steps. He shares how anticipation of the fourth step is usually the hardest part of doing it, how doing the steps is an acknowledgment of the truth and surrender to things that bring you away from your higher power and the present moment.

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157- Matthew M- Surrender's 1, 2, and 3 in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 09:05:35 -0500

Episode 157

Matt M S 1,2&3 In this episode of Sober Speak, Matt M is back at the mic to share his interpretation of the first three steps. Matt speaks to the importance of acknowledging the un-manageability to yourself and someone else, how is it that he doesn't drink, and how fear is the false belief that you will not have the resources to meet the challenges of the present moment.

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156- Paula R- The Gift of Desparation

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 156

156 Paula R In this episode of Sober Speak, Paula R shares her life journey and how she hitchhiked her way into the program. She speaks to how she uses the skills she gained in business and the program to create a new midlife career that fulfills herm Paula also shares her acronym for P.R.A.Y and how AA is the foundation to her walk.

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155- Chip B- If You Drink Like Me....

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 155

155 Chip B In this episode of Sober Speak, Chip B shared how a military childhood, led to military life and the explosion of his alcoholism. He also speaks to the process with which he detoxed and how he went into financial insecurity at 28 years sober. Chip speaks to how his friends reminded him that he needed to expand the construction of his higher power to get him through his new family challenges.

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154- Angie B- Part 2- Story of Hope in Al-Anon

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 154

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Angie B part 2 In this continuation of Sober Speak episode 153, Angie B continues to share the story of her Al-Anon recovery. She states that she has been running to and from alcoholism her whole life and the impact of working her program and making amends has had on her life.

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153- Angie B- Part 1- Story of Hope in Al-Anon

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 153

Angie B In this episode of Sober Speak, Angie B shared what it was like growing up in a military family with an alcoholic mother and how she found refuge in books. She shares how she ended up at her first Al-Anon meeting believing she was going to a car-related event and how each of her own family members has their own truths of their life. Angie speaks to why most people don't stay in Al-Anon and how she came to hit bottom and realize that she does not have the answers.

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152- Jo M- Tri-Cities Live Event

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 152

Jo M Tri-Cities Live In this Tri-Cities live Sober Speak episode, Jo M shares what it was like dragging her kids through active alcoholism, living through domestic abuse, and being scared of an alcoholic spiritual death. She shares the impact of kindness from an AA member on her worthiness coming in the door at the beginning and how it led her to stick around. Jo also shares what her life is like now and equates the kind of sobriety she wants to a fully loaded ice cream sundae.

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151- Reno John- Expect A Miracle

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 151

In this episode of Sober Speak, Reno John is back at the mic sharing his perspective on treatment vs AA and how alcoholism now a spiritual malady that requires a spiritual condition. John speaks to how God works through people and shares a handful of the many miracles that have happened in his life.

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150- Bill C -Steps 8 and 9 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 150

In this episode of Sober Speak, Bill C shares his thoughts on Steps 8 & 9. Bill states that while most people get stuck on Step 3, in fact, all the steps are hard. He shares that it's okay to do a bad job on Step 3 the first time because you'll do it again. He also shares that Step 9 is important enough to do right the first time but do not do it alone. Finally, Bill shares a story about his life that demonstrates how sometimes amends can free the other person as well.

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149- Gary K -Step 12- Practice These Principles In All Our Affairs

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 149

In this episode of Sober Speak, Gary K shares his views on coronavirus and what he sees as the epitome of Step 12: You did what you said you were going to do and when you said you were going to do it. Gary also speaks to the importance of location in finding a sponsor, how many of us confuse consequences with problems. Throughout the episode, Gar shares many AA gems about how recovery is to be experienced not learned, and building your life around your recovery.

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148- Mimi F- Sobriety Is My Superpower

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 148

In this episode of Sober Speak, Mimi F shares what it was like for her before she got sober and what it is like now recovering out loud as a public persona. She speaks to how alcohol was always the solution for her since childhood and how it took her eight years of trying to get sober before it stuck. Mimi also details the importance of putting the effort into the program and how sobriety has become her superpower.

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147- Vannoy S- 51 Years in Al-Anon- Don't Take Alcoholism Personally

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 147

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In this episode of Sober Speak, Vannoy S shares about her 51 years of experience in Al-Anon. She describes how an article in Ann Landers planted a seed within her for when she hit bottom and she reached out to AA. It was through meeting with alcoholics that gave her hope and brought her into AA and eventually Al-Anon. Vannoy speaks about the importance of the Big Book in Al-Anon and how she found herself in trouble at 46 years because of nickel and dime-ing the program

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146- David G- Sober Speak LIVE!!! Part 2- Q&A with David

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 146

In this Sober Speak Live event, David G answers listener questions on topics such as the impact of meditation on his life and recovery, family and briefly touches on religion.

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145- David G Sober Speak LIVE!!! Part 1

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 145

145 David G Sober Speak Live Part 1

In this Sober Speak Live event, David G shares how his avoidance of AA led him to attend NA meetings and then promptly go to the crack house. However, this action planted the mustard seed for when he was ready. David shares a little about his childhood and the impact AA program had on his relationship with his mother giving her the son she always wanted. He also speaks to how individual recovery is like a thumbprint, while similar no two are the same.

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144- Brian P- Bank Robber Turns Himself In to Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 12:42:13 -0500

Episode 144

In this episode of Sober Speak, Brian P shares how he turned to bank robbery to feed his addictions, going to prison multiple times, and what it took to make him realize he was an alcoholic. As with many of us, Brian shares how through grace, help, and one last chance from another alcoholic, he was able to get sober. He also shares how in sobriety he started a program to bring prisoners through the steps fulfilling the saying if you want to keep it, you've got to give it away.

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143- Rick W- Insanity Doesn't Have an Expiration Date

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 09:15:09 -0500

Episode 143

In this episode of Sober Speak, Rick W unabashedly shares his story of childhood trauma, navigating life as a homosexual alcoholic, and the utter blind faith he has been achieved through working the steps. Rick speaks to how he came into the rooms and the highs and lows of his life both while active and sober. He also shares how Insanity doesn't have an expiration date and how he needs to continue to make amends in his life.

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142- Matthew M part 2- That's Grace

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 08:08:23 -0500

Episode 142

In this continuation of Sober Speak episode 141, Matt M shares how he went through treatment and how serendipity kept him sober upon his release. Matt speaks to how surrender leads to him to a life of grace and love and how members of the program have been there to support him during the tragedy. Matt eloquently describes the strength and hope received as a direct result of working the program.

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141- Matthew M part 1- That's Grace

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 08:57:57 -0500

Episode 141

In this episode of Sober Speak, Matt M speaks to the subtle theft of life and human decency he experienced by his drinking. He shares how alcoholism brought him to new lows, suicidal tendencies, and to domestic violence. Matt details how he accidentally took step one on a porch step speaking with another alcoholic when his intent was to kill himself that day and how sometimes all-night takes is a glimmer of hope.

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140- Bubba C- Tri-Cities Live Event

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 12:00:01 -0500

Episode 140

In this Sober Speak Live event, Bubba C is at the mic to share his story of what it was like and what it is like now. Bubba shares how you don't want to lose things as an alcoholic but that sometimes is necessary. He shares how being sober allowed him to make amends to his family and to be there for them when they passed. Bubba speaks to how through working together with the program of AA, he stills has character defects but they aren't as glaring.

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139- Doug M part 2

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 11:20:55 -0500

Episode 139

This episode of Sober Speak is a continuation of 138, where Doug M shares his strength and hope in getting sober. Doug speaks to how he finally reached his bottom and emerged from delusion in a treatment program. Through treatment, Doug was able to connect with AA leading him to a new honesty, a new life, and a new way of being.

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138- Doug M - Part 1

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 08:44:20 -0500

Episode 138

In this episode of Sober Speak, Doug M shares his experience of what it was like before he got sober. Doug details his desire to be someone else from a very early age, attempted geographical cures, touring with the Grateful Dead, and how he didn't know how to ask for help.

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137- Jay S- Find Your Unique Gift in Recovery

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 10:09:37 -0500

Episode 137

In this episode of Sober Speak, Jay S shares the story of his 41-year relationship with Alcoholics Anonymous. Jay speaks to always being on the front lines of the program where he can help the newcomer, how one can determine if they are an alcoholic and how the approach seems to have softened since he first came into the rooms.

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136- Bill C Sober Speak Live!!! Part 2- Q and A

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 08:36:41 -0500

Episode 136

In a continuation of the Sober Speak Live event, Bill C answers listeners' questions while sharing a little bit more of his experience, strength, and hope.

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135- Bill C- Sober Speak Live!!!!

Fri, 29 May 2020 08:56:10 -0500

Episode 135

In this special edition Sober Speak Live event, Bill C shares how before he got sober he was a biker, a surfer, and a tough guy whose bike didn't run, he never went to the beach and he was afraid of getting hurt. In his share, Bill speaks to the role of ego in the human experience and deep dives into the 5 aspects of a spiritual condition

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134- Reno John Part 2

Fri, 22 May 2020 11:32:33 -0500

Episode 134

In this episode of Sober Speak, Reno John is back at the mic continuing his the story of his experience strength and hope. Jon shares how he found that God provides once he stopped praying for himself and instead prayed to know God's will. He shares his philosophy of Let God be God and me be his son and have him take care of me. John also shares some anecdotal stories of AA reluctance to embrace new technologies as well as how he began his marathon "career" at 64.

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133- Reno John Part 1

Fri, 15 May 2020 09:28:38 -0500

Episode 133

133 Reno John / John A Part 1 In this episode of Sober Speak, John A shares how he believes alcoholism progresses in three parts: 1) spiritual 2) mental and 3) physical and sobriety returns in the reverse order. He shares the origin of his nickname and the story of his struggle getting sober and finding a sponsor.

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132- Bill C- Steps 5,6,7 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Thu, 07 May 2020 09:01:07 -0500

Episode 132

In the episode of Sober Speak, Bill C returns to continue his thoughts on Steps 5, 6 & 7. Bill talks about how when active, many believe/d things were happening to us, we lack/ed compassion and took everything personally and in doing the steps we acquire a knowingness that transcends intellect. He speaks about he has grown emotionally in the program and the face of recovery has changed with the pandemic emerging as another form of togetherness. Bill closes with how once in AA, you will never be alone in your life, all you have to do is open the door.

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131- Spencer T of The Recovery Show- Steps 1,2,3 of Al-Anon

Fri, 01 May 2020 11:07:20 -0500

Episode 131

In this episode of Sober Speak, Spencer T from The Recovery Show shares the mic to talk about the twelve steps of Al-Anon. Spencer shares that the programs share verbatim steps except for twelve and how he has a surrender date instead of the sobriety date found in AA. Spencer speaks to the shame he experienced being married to an alcoholic and his inability to fix her (step one). He feels that in order to progress in his program, he had to get past Step 3 and how acting as if it has benefitted his recovery.

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130- Brittney W- But for the Grace of God There Go I

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 11:04:50 -0500

Episode 130

In this episode of Sober Speak, Brittany W takes the mic to share about how growing up in an alcoholic/addictive family led her to develop eating disorders and multiple addictions in search of relief from her home life. Brittany speaks to the many troubles, situations, and struggles she endured trying to fill the void of a loving and caring home family. She talks about how in AA, she was finally able to find the love of a mother in the form of a sponsor and how she now has the support network and sisterhood she was so desperately seeking.

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129- Bill C- Step 4 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 09:23:29 -0500

Episode 129

In this episode of Sober Speak, Bill C returns to the mic to expound on his view of the 12 Steps. Bill states we are a society of storytellers and that when speaking we should stick to just sharing your story to take the ego out of it; don't preach! Bill shares how over time his fear list has become more important than his resentment list and that in doing the work we become willing to remove the character defects we don't just humbly ask. Bill believes that we don't just go to a meeting to get something out of it but rather than to add to it.

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128- Stephen F- Back to Basics in AA Italian Style

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 09:17:02 -0500

Episode 128

In this episode of Sober Speak, Stephen F shares his experience living a life that they make movies about and how second chances led him to get and stay sober. He describes how he believes based on the text of the Big Book that he is a Recovered alcoholic and how recovered doesn't mean cured, it is only a daily reprieve based on spiritual condition.

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127- Chris M- Pray for Brice

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 10:43:14 -0500

Episode 127

#prayforbrice

In this episode of Sober Speak, Chris M shares his experience prior to getting sober, his faith in something bigger than him and the strength he has learned going through unimaginable tragedy. Chris speaks to his relapse after getting everything back in sobriety and how he is no able to find miracles where others see only pain.

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126- David G Step 11 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 08:35:45 -0500

Episode 126

In this episode of Sober Speak, David G is back at the mic to expound on his interpretation of Step 11. David talks about how when he stops working the steps, old patterns reappear without picking up a drink. He believes that God has done for him what he thought impossible and that Step 11 brings him into the present and is his submission to something greater than himself.

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125- Bill C- Step 3 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 10:03:29 -0500

Episode 125

billc@kitchentableaa.com

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In this episode of Sober Speak, Bill C is back at the mic to continue his interpretation of steps 3 through 5 as well as the concept of God. Bill states that we create a god and then don't believe in him and that God is truly an experience, not a concept. He also shares about how there is only one AA program but that every member has a unique experience. Bill believes that AA members are the mechanism used to save lives every day and how doing the work is a good use of one's will.

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124- Jimmy D- Steps 1,2, and 3 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 11:04:49 -0500

Episode 124

In this episode of Sober Speak, Jimmy D shares his interpretation of Steps 1, 2 and 3. Jimmy speaks to the secular nature of Alcoholics Anonymous and how it is not a self-help program and that the sole mission of AA is to help the still sick and suffering.

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123- Adam T- Singleness of Purpose

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 10:03:53 -0600

Episode 123

In this episode of Sober Speak, Adam T gives a little history of the Oxford Group, the four rules that block God in his life and shares a little about his life seeking treatment 28 times before maintaining sobriety. He states that he has a body that can't process alcohol and a mind they can't process reality. Adam also shares about the formation of the traditions and how singleness of purpose is both vital and detrimental to the survival of AA.

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122- Step 11 (Saint Francis) Prayer

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 09:18:47 -0600

Episode 122

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121- Renee E- AA is My God With Skin On

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 10:03:27 -0600

Episode 121

In this episode of Sober Speak, Renee E shares her experience of growing up in an alcoholic family, the strength she uncovered in sobriety and the hope she found in the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous. Renee speaks to how daily contact with another alcoholic is the most important thing she does to maintain her spiritual condition and how AA has given her the tools to endure terrible loss. You just got to keep showing up, no matter what.

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120- Gary K- Step 11-Spiritual Hygiene

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 09:12:02 -0600

Episode 120

In this episode of Sober Speak, Gary K is back at the mic talking about his experience with the 11step and how 11 & 12 are not for extra credit. Gary shares how when he was drinking, he never surrendered to any power other than himself and how alcoholics are producers of confusion and chaos. In his experience, Step 11 is vital Spiritual Hygiene and that following your Higher Power will lead you to a wonderful life no matter what your circumstances are.

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John D- 48 years Sober- Passes the AA Bar Exam

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 10:43:13 -0600

Episode 119

In this episode of Sober Speak, John D shares his experience of what it was like and how he got sober nearly 50 years ago. John talks about how something happened to him when he started to work the steps and how praying for his desire to drink to be removed every time he had the thought has gifted him with lasting sobriety and a good life that he enjoys.

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Joseph S - Live at Tri-City Speaker Meeting

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 10:25:02 -0600

Episode 118

In this episode of Sober Speak, Joseph S tells his story of what it was like drinking his way through multiple failed rehabs attempts, lost relationships, lost jobs and homelessness. He describes how accepting a service position led him to lasting sobriety and how he is now employed at the place where his sobriety truly began. Joseph talks about he now finds ease and comfort through spiritual experiences instead of alcohol.

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117- Jimmy D- History of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 10:20:09 -0600

Episode 117

In this episode of Sober Speak, Jimmy D shares an anecdotal history of the origin of the Big Book. Filled with little known facts and stories this episode is sure to enlighten the listener's day with how the program of AA was first codified and why.

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116- Gary K- Step 10 in AA- Restraint of Tongue and Pen and Text and Email

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 11:34:23 -0600

Episode 116

In this episode of Sober Speak, Gary K is back at the mic to discuss his experience with the 10th Step. Gary shares how he believes his alcoholism is a spiritual disease that needs a spiritual answer and tools, not a therapeutic one and how overtime there is no new level to achieve in AA, the same tools he got when he first came in are the same tools he has now. But with the more he uses them, the better he gets at using them. Gary shares how he is always on Step 10 and 11 and how it helps him to achieve emotional balance.

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Andrew A- Vaya Con Dios

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 11:46:23 -0600

Episode 115

***Trigger Warnings: Strong Language and Rape *** In this episode of Sober Speak, Andrew A shares his journey of survival from being raped as a child and distancing others to taking his power back and turning the tables on his victimhood by sharing his story freely. Andrew talks about what he thought was a failure was what allowed him to become who he is now and to accept life on life's terms. Andrew closes with how the discipline he has learned in the rooms is what allows him freedom in life.

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Jo M- My Path to God in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 10:51:49 -0600

Episode 114

In this episode of Sober Speak, Jo M shares her story of doing things against her moral fiber and thinking she was unforgivable to being totally present in her life and experiencing the gifts of the program through a lot of hard work and questions. Jo speaks to the miracle of you don't have to believe it will work, you just have to do it. She also talks about the traditions and how practicing the traditions allowed the groups to manage themselves and discuss things peacefully.

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Bill C- Steps 1,2, and 3 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 11:41:25 -0600

Episode 113

In this episode of Sober Speak, Bill C is back at the mic talking about his thoughts on Steps 1, 2 & 3. For step one, he shares how he has come to understand he is powerless over everything and how faith is not knowing and being okay with not knowing. Bill candidly shatters some AA myths regarding bad behavior, speaks to his return to sanity and briefly touches on Step 3 where he discovered everything he needed to heal himself he already possessed.

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Jill N from Al-Anon- Clear Away the Wreckage

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 11:34:27 -0600

Episode 112

In this episode of Sober Speak, Jill N shares her personal experience of how recovery from Alcoholism is a family affair. Jill N is a member of Al-Anon and it was through her experiences with this program that she learned that basic self-care is really caring for the whole family and that sometimes less support/confrontation can take away the power of disruptive behavior.

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Brenda J- Sober Speak LIVE!!!

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 11:10:46 -0600

Episode 111

In this Sober Speak Live episode, Brenda J is back at the mic to answer some listener questions. Brenda preaches her thoughts on forgiveness, compassion, grief, and grace in the program and life.

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Jenny L- Just Say Yes

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 16:54:01 -0600

Episode 110

In this episode of Sober Speak, Jenny L shares the raw story of her first drunk, how drinking led her to promiscuity, abortion, incarcerations and abusive relationships. Jenny speaks to the many amends she had to make but also how if you do the work of the program, remarkable things will happen no matter what your current circumstances.

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Lee Y- From Solitary Confinement to Freedom in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 14:09:53 -0600

Episode 109

Lee Y 109 In this episode of Sober Speak, Lee Y shares his what it was like growing up with a dependent sister, the resentments he formed and how his first experience with alcohol began a cycle of crime and addiction that lasted many years. Lee Y speaks to how a kindness given to him while in solitary confinement began his journey into recovery and truly changed his life for the better.

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Magdalena from Poland- I Knew Something Bad Was Going To Happen

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 11:34:25 -0600

Episode 108

Magdalena

In this episode of Sober Speak, Magdalena shares her experience of always being a heavy drinker but how things began to escalate until she knew something bad was going to happen if she continued drinking. She speaks to how growing up under a communist regime has impacted her, her difficulty finding the right sponsor in early recovery and how with hard work she has found a blessed life in sobriety.

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Giving Thanks to YOU from Sober Speak- 2019

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 18:13:04 -0600

Episode 107

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Julie W- Pass It On

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 12:30:17 -0600

Episode 106

106 Julie W
In this episode of Sober Speak, Julie W is at the mic talking about what it’s been like for her during her 40 continuous years of sobriety. Julie stresses the importance of how the program remains the same after all these years, to look for the “Sames”, not the differences in life and how sharing the program with others is the most profound way to get out of self. Julie closes by reinforcing that there is a reason for us all being here, everyone has value and her purpose is to “Pass It On.”

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Denise B- Jersey Girl and Miracles in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 10:36:38 -0600

Episode 105

105 Denise B
In this episode of Sober Speak, we listen in on Denise B as she shares her sober story. She shares what it was like to have two small children while drinking, how moving cross-country at 7 years sober dramatically altered her family dynamic and how she believes alcoholism is in her DNA just like her curly hair. Denise B speaks to the importance of a good sober foundation which she developed while attending 3rd step meetings, how good sponsors have helped her get through some rough times. This episode concludes with two pearls of wisdom she has learned in the program.

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Tammy U- I Embrace Life Now

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 16:21:32 -0600

Episode 104

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104 Tammy U
In this episode of Sober Speak, we listen to Tammy U as she shares her story of transitioning from workaholic to alcoholic. Tammy speaks to how she can now understand the disengagement of her alcoholic father and how this need for connection led her to create a party lifestyle in school. Tammy’s story is a powerful example of how giving AA a chance despite initial reservations can dramatically change your life for the better and add color to your world again.

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Brooks B Live at Tri-City Speaker Meeting

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 16:49:22 -0500

Episode 103

This episode of Sober Speak is a live taping of Brooks B at the Tri-City Speaker Meeting in Texas. Brooks shares about how the humility learned from doing the steps has kept him sober for over 46 years and how the most difficult sobriety to achieve is continuous sobriety. Brooks speaks to his quick progression into alcoholism and how AA has given him a life worth living.

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Bob C- I met Bill Wilson

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 16:35:51 -0500

Episode 102

In this episode of Sober Speak, we listen in on Bob C as he gifts his experience, strength, and hope garnered over 56 years of sobriety. Bob C talks about entering reform schools and joining the army/navy at a young age to ending up in military prison and insane asylums as a result of his drinking. Bob C shares a little bit about the early days of AA when the program was truly anonymous to meeting Bill Wilson, who told him newcomers were vital to AA. Bob C talks about how time plus pain equals change and how even after all this time in recovery he still attends 5 meetings a week.

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Harris S- There is Hope Here in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 16:42:18 -0500

Episode 101

In this episode of Sober Speak, Harris S returns to the mic to share a little bit more about what it was like, what happened and how he got sober. Harris speaks to being a wild child growing up with little supervision as one of ten kids to how chasing a rabbit led him to a profound spiritual experience and recovery. Harris talks about his gift of desperation, how AA is a "we" program and how there is hope to be found in the rooms of AA.

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Episode 100- David G- Step 10 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 16:36:42 -0500

Episode 100

Episode 🥳 David G

In this episode of Sober Speak, David G gives a detailed discussion of his experience with the 10th step and is a continuation of episodes 59, 67, 73 & 87. David talks about how he didn’t stop making mistakes just because he got sober and how the creation of resentments significantly impacts his life. David speaks to how the 10th step leads him to be an active participant in life and showing others how to behave versus watching the world and judging what is wrong with it. This episode highlights the importance and gifts of continuing step work throughout your life as you change and grow.

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Alky Dan- Felony to Ministry

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 17:34:56 -0500

Episode 99

Episode 99 Alky Dan
In this episode of Sober Speak, Dan shares what his life was like growing up a fourth-generation alcoholic and how he came to see the hand of God working in his life. Dan shares his personal experience with the first step and his journey in AA led him from being a three-time felon to becoming a minister. Dan speaks to the importance of sponsorship and giving those in early sobriety a chance.

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Bob S- Marine Force Recon Adventures -Part 2

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 16:22:32 -0500

Episode 98

In this episode of Sober Speak, Bob S is back at the mic sharing his story of strength and hope. Bob talks about how even after all his drinking shenanigans shared in part 1, it never occurred to him that he was an alcoholic and how a strong program focused on service and connection allowed him to find forgiveness after the unimaginable loss of a child. Second chances, moments in grace and serendipitous meetings prevail in this episode all combining to gift the listeners with an incredibly powerful example of recovery.

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Bob S- Marine Force Recon Adventures -Part 1

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 16:47:41 -0500

Episode 97

In this episode of Sober Speak, Bob S. shares his experience prior to getting sober. He recounts how harrowing moments in Vietnam altered his view of his higher power and how he created chaos in drinking after his return from two tours of duty. Stay tuned next week to listen in as Bob S speaks to his strength and hope.

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Sober Speak LIVE!!! Featuring Jimmy D

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 16:31:00 -0500

Episode 96

This episode of Sober Speak is a recording of the inaugural Sober Speak Live event. Listen to some great music as well as Jimmy D at the mic to share his story of perseverance and hope, a little obscure AA history, and answer some live audience questions.

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Maria R and John M- Crested Butte 2019

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 16:48:56 -0500

Episode 95

In this episode of Sober Speak, we have Maria R. Back at the microphone speaking to how the gifts of the program have allowed her to turn her attendance at the Crested Butte Conference into a family vacation. Maria talks about how AA has given both her and her family a way to step out of their comfort zones, to try new things and to grow together.

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Gary K- Steps 2-9 in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 15:34:20 -0500

Episode 94

In this episode of Sober Speak, Gary K revisits his experience of the Steps, in particular, steps 2-9. Gary speaks to how the object of these steps is to become transparent and how keeping secrets prevents intimacy. Gary talks about how the Big Book provides real specific directions on how to complete these steps, how newcomers are always his teachers and how changing your vocabulary can change your attitude and outlook upon life.

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Harris S- Austin Citywide Founder

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 16:46:59 -0500

Episode 93

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In this episode of Sober Speak, Harris S talks about how the simplest concept of Alcoholism Anonymous is, “Make a friend, Be a friend”. It was this concept that led Harris to form the Austin Citywide Group which is an open fellowship group with potluck and childcare as a way to connect the dots between all the various groups, entities and circumstances in the area. Harris briefly begins sharing his early near-death experiences with alcohol which will be continued in another episode.

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Bill C- Practical Spirituality and Intimacy in Relationships in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 17:01:01 -0500

Episode 92

In this episode of Sober Speak, Bill C talks about what it was like growing up in a home that was full of recovery and how despite that, he chose to live an alcoholic, drug-abusing, criminal life that scared him senseless. Bill speaks to how he has now found redemption in working with others in Alcoholics Anonymous and how he learned how to "adult" in the program. Now celebrating 34 years in AA, Bill C. shares how the program has gifted him the ability to be an active participant in the transformation of lives and how not even language is a barrier to the miracles of the program.

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Gary K- Steps 1 and 2 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 21:22:54 -0500

Episode 91

In this episode of Sober Speak, Gary K is back at the mic sharing what his experience of Steps 1 and 2. Gary speaks to alcoholism not being a therapeutic illness but a spiritual illness whose consequences can be healed by surrender to a higher power. Gary reflects on how you don’t learn recovery but experience it.

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Brenda J- God and Grace

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 12:27:29 -0500

Episode 90

In this episode of Sober Speak, Brenda J gives a compelling description of what it was like for her growing up in a very large Latino family, how for a time she found refuge in alcohol and how her desire to get her Dad sober led her into the rooms of AlAnon and then AA. Brenda shares how everything she ever wanted in life came for her the moment she gave away to someone else and how her relationship with God and service work keep her sober.

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Howard B- I Kept Crossing Invisible Lines in the Sand

Fri, 26 Jul 2019 17:57:47 -0500

Episode 89

In this episode of Sober Speak, Howard B shares about his rapid descent into drug and alcohol addiction and how with the encouragement of his family, a sober living house and the 12 steps he was able to become sober. Howard talks about doing the work of the program, how he views amends as a four-part process and how in his experience amends can be received very differently. Howard speaks to how his amends have been a spiritual experience and how he does the best he can learn from his mistakes.

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BillieKai- Al-Anon and the 12 Steps Served Up Big Book Style

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 16:45:25 -0500

Episode 88

In this episode of Sober Speak we listen in as BillieKai shares her journey of recovery starting with Al-Anon and then transitioning into Big Book Awakenings leading her closer to her higher power. BillieKai speaks to how growing up in an alcoholic family she came to be addicted to chaos and intentionally creating drama for attention. She shares how working the 12 steps in the Big Book Awakening group has taught her how to ask hard questions, truly evaluate her part in all situations and to change the way she thinks which is the miracle of the program.
#ifuputyourselfintoityoullgetyourselfoutofit

Big Book Awakenings is a method for working through the Steps in the Big Book. https://www.thejaywalker.com/ http://www.bbaworks.com/ http://www.bbaworks.com/gettingstarted

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David G- Steps 7,8, and 9 in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 12 Jul 2019 17:19:33 -0500

Episode 87

This episode of Sober Speak is a continuation of Episode 59 (Steps 1,2 & 3), Episode 67 (Step 4 and Episode 73 (Steps 4,5 & 6). In this episode, David G speaks to the humility he found through Step 7 and how doing the work helps you to see yourself as others see you. David speaks to the profound harm we have done to others and how it is these injuries that prevent us from having meaningful relationships with others. Amends are more than just apologies they are a change in our behavior. At the end of the episode, David shares two deeply personal stories about amends he had to make and their effect on others.

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Jack Z- The Grouch and the Brainstorm

Fri, 05 Jul 2019 15:51:45 -0500

Episode 86

In this episode of Sober Speak, Jack Z gifts the listener with an amazing story of the power of hope. Jack shares how with AA, prayer, and mediation he has been able to endure a terminal illness and drops several recovery pearls of wisdom throughout the episode. As with many others in recovery, Jack talks about how lifelong insecurities set the framework for several -ism’s in his life but with being apart of the program instead of apart from the program (service work and connection) and working the steps, he has been able to find a solution to the disease of alcoholism.

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Dawn C- Do The Work in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 16:58:53 -0500

Episode 85

On this episode of Sober Speak, Dawn C returns to the Sober Speak mic to answer some listener generated questions. Dawn C talks about how easy it is to become complacent once our lives get better from being sober and how on the verge of her 10-year soberversary she still makes recovery her priority. Dawn shares how she has grown to love meditation and how meditation keeps her growing spiritually. Throughout the podcast, Dawn speaks to how service work is the special sauce that makes everything better and how she has found joy in being an honest, reliable person in sobriety.
#recoveryspecialsauce
#nomatterwhatgodsgotit

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Ricky R- Steps 3 through 12 in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 16:12:02 -0500

Episode 84

This episode of Sober speak is a continuation of Episode 79 where Ricky R began sharing his personal experience and understanding of the steps of AA. Ricky speaks to how he was taught that the program of AA is not for him, but instead, it is for him to take to others in service. Service is an underlying theme throughout this episode and Ricky R recounts how small changes in his own behavior have had dramatic impacts on others and in his relationships.

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Laura R- Accidents Happen but God is Still Here

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 16:44:15 -0500

Episode 83

In this episode of Sober Speak we listen to Laura R share how a traumatic incident as a child rewired her brain leaving her with the inability to properly handle emotions and to make true connections with others. Laura details how this unresolved trauma resurfaced with the death of her father and she found herself completely out of control and full of self-hate. Upon finally surrendering to AA, Laura talks about finding serenity in calamity and how easeful life is without drinking.
#desiretodrinkabilitynotto
#lovedthepartyhatedmyself
#serenityincalamity
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Amy and Spencer from The Recovery Show- A Recovering Family: Understanding and Hope

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 16:39:02 -0500

Episode 82

On this episode of Sober Speak, Amy and Spencer weave stories of their recovery journey together as well as those of their individual paths (Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-anon). Amy speaks to how her inability to cope with her demanding life led her to turn to alcohol as an escape. She details the moment that saved her life, pushing her over the edge into recovery after years of struggling to get sober. Spencer talks about his personal surrender and how he came to understand that he could not fix his wife but that he could work to fix himself through Al-Anon. It was his personal recovery work that leads him to know serenity while living in the chaos of an active alcoholic. Their stories document how their individual growth in the programs helped them to pair again as partners in marriage and life.

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John W- The Principles of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 31 May 2019 16:34:29 -0500

Episode 81

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https://alcoholics-anonymous.eu/online-meetings/

Above is the organization I mention during listener feedback - JM

In this episode of Sober Speak, John W talks about his experiences before he got sober, what it was like getting sober with a sponsor of the opposite sex and how he built an incredible life and business in recovery. John shares step-by-step what the spiritual principles of the program are and how when applied they will solve all your problems.

Suzanne R- Out of a Cult into Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 24 May 2019 16:49:27 -0500

Episode 80

In this episode of Sober Speak, we listen to Suzanne R tell us about it was like growing up living in a fear-based cult. Suzanne details the characteristics and tactics used by cults to dominate, retain and segregate members from society and how this impacted her recovery during step work especially with the formation of her higher power. Suzanne closes with how her own first bad experiences with AA profoundly impacted her and impressed upon her how imperative it is “to send the newcomer home with the best piece of yourself”.

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Ricky R- I Did What They Told Me To Do in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 17 May 2019 17:21:32 -0500

Episode 79

In this episode of Sober Speak, Ricky R shares how the moment he had his first drink at 14 dramatically marked the downhill progression of his life and alcoholism. Ricky describes what is was what like growing up in an alcoholic family, the repercussions of his drinking, and how plain abstinence made him miserable driving home the importance of doing step-work in obtaining recovery. At the end of this episode, Ricky begins sharing his understanding of the first two steps with the rest of the steps to be continued at a later date.

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Jerry J- Texas Lawyer Finds Way Out in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 10 May 2019 17:00:05 -0500

Episode 78

In this episode of Sober Speak, we listen in as speaker Jerry J shares his story of recovery starting with an entertaining little story about the family dog using that as a parallel for how he came to understand the definition of alcoholism. Jerry’s story continues with how he came to be sick of himself and how his wife’s participation in Alanon eventually led him into the program. Jerry shares how he realized that his self-sufficiency would not save him from his alcoholism and that he needed help from others. Jerry’s strong relationship with his Higher Power led him to be a pillar for his family through difficult times.
#thewayoutisgratitude #jekyllandhyde

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Sue S- Getting Sober is the Tip of the Iceberg in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 03 May 2019 17:28:01 -0500

Episode 77

In this episode of SS, Sue speaks about what it felt like growing up feeling different than and apart from others despite being popular and having lots of friends to hitting bottom and almost taking her life in her car one day. Brought into the program by her family who is also in recovery, Sue speaks to what can happen when you stop going to meetings and become spiritually and emotionally depleted and also the importance of service work to bringing joy back into her recovery.
#headfullofAA #servicework #cantalwaysbetheteacher
#grow

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Megan Takes a Holiday From Drugs and Alcohol

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 17:06:48 -0500

Episode 76

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In this episode of Sober Speak, Megan H from California shares how she went from stealing wine coolers from her parents to being an oblivion seeking-addict, getting fired from her dream job and going in and out of the rooms for 8 years until finally having a moment of clarity. Megan speaks to how with the gift of desperation, the help of others, some second chances and a lot of hard work and honesty she was able to get and stay sober, living a life beyond her wildest dreams. Megan H also talks about her decision to recover out loud using her job as a radio personality to help normalize the public perception of addiction and promote the message of hope and recovery to those who need it.

#soberforrealz #designforliving #eskimo #intuition #spirituality #sponsorship #beagoodperson #beingofservice #rootedinsolution

Maria R- I Thought Alcohol Made Me a Better Mom

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 17:08:33 -0500

Episode 75

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Patrick B- AA, OA, and a Vision For You

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 17:34:08 -0500

Episode 74

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David G- Steps 4,5,6, and 7 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 17:45:50 -0500

Episode 73

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Ken H- Sober Men Do It Differently

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 17:53:30 -0500

Episode 72

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Dawn-Elise of Counselor Toolbox

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 17:56:06 -0500

Episode 71

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Ryan L- NFL, Opioids, and Turning a New Leaf

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 18:01:21 -0500

Episode 70

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https://www.focusedintensity.org/

Gary K- There is a Solution

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 19:04:19 -0600

Episode 69

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Lauren M- Tweaker Finds Gift of Desperation

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 18:20:19 -0600

Episode 68

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Mentioned during the show... Tao of Our understanding; http://taorecovery.libsyn.com/ Transitions Daily Podcast http://dailyaaemails-alcoholicsanonymous-howtogetsober.libsyn.com/ Transitions Daily www.DailyAAEmails.com

David G- Step 4 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 17:53:09 -0600

Episode 67

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Jeff A- Iron Man Softens in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 18:20:46 -0600

Episode 66

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Happy Valentines Day to YOU from Sober Speak!

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 15:06:31 -0600

Episode 65

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Jennifer E. - Deadhead Finds Miracle in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 18:05:57 -0600

Episode 64

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Claudia H- Attraction Rather Than Promotion

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 18:15:33 -0600

Episode 63

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Arlina A - God Loves Me and Everything's Gonna Be OK

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 17:52:38 -0600

Episode 62

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Arlina's website is https://odaatchat.com/

Vanessa Sanford- Breathe in Resilience, Breathe out Shame

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 18:02:14 -0600

Episode 61

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Jeanye Mercer shared the Self-Care Breathing Practice Vanessa led. Roshi Joan Halifax told Brené Brown in a conversation she writes about in her book, Braving the Wilderness, “Now it's time to inhale. There is the in-breath and there is the out-breath, and it's easy to believe that we must exhale all the time, without ever inhaling. But the inhale is absolutely essential if you want to continue to exhale". (p.148) Gregory Boyle’s youtube video about why kid’s join gangs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAwaJXmuWtE https://www.homeboyindustries.org/ Brene Brown’s work on Shame Resilience and The Anatomy of Trust can be found on www.brenebrown.com Vanessa's website is www.sanfordsupportsystem.com

John S- AA Beyond Belief- Atheism in Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 17:55:21 -0600

Episode 60

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This link is to John S's version of "How It Works" http://weagnosticsaa.org/how-it-works-2-0/ This link is to John S.'s version of "We Agnostics" http://weagnosticsaa.org/atheist-big-book-study-we-agnostics-as-it-could-have-been-written/ This link is a short primer on how John S approaches the program today: http://secularaakansascity.org/a-primer-for-a-secular-aa-program/ This link is to AA Beyond Belief: https://aabeyondbelief.org/ This link is to AA Agnostica. The person who created this site is a good friend of John S's who encouraged him to start AA Beyond Belief: https://aabeyondbelief.org/ This is a link to a listing of secular AA meetings from all over the world: https://secularaa.org/tsml_meeting/

David G- Steps 1,2, and 3 of Alcoholics Anonymous

Fri, 04 Jan 2019 17:59:51 -0600

Episode 59

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this is the other podcast I mention in this episode....https://www.youwannadowhat.com/

Happy 1 Year Anniversary Sober Speak- Thanks to YOU!

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 21:23:08 -0600

Episode 58

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Megan P- Recovery Provides Everything Alcohol Promises

Fri, 28 Dec 2018 18:02:07 -0600

Episode 57

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Reiki and Recovery

Yoga

Step 11- Prayer and Meditation

John M- Playboy Mansion, AA, Sex Addiction, and a Double-Wide

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 17:44:33 -0600

Episode 56

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Jimmy D- Part 2- Drunks Drink- It's What We Do

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:29:05 -0600

Episode 55

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Jimmy D- Part 1- The First Drink Gets Me Drunk

Sat, 08 Dec 2018 18:28:31 -0600

Episode 54

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Charlie L of The Way Out Podcast- Treatment Ninja

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 18:52:38 -0600

Episode 53

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This is Charlie's Podcast website

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Doug S- Purple Kush, meet Dual Diagnosis

Sat, 24 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0600

Episode 52

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Giving Thanks to YOU from Sober Speak

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 21:25:34 -0600

Episode 51

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Brenda J- Do Not Be Discouraged

Sat, 17 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0600

Episode 50

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Dawn C- Psycho Girlfriend turns AA Fanatic- Blast from the Past

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 20:18:31 -0600

Episode 49

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Matt C- The age of miracles is still with us. Our own recovery proves that!

Sat, 10 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0600

Episode 48

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Tim S of Sober Nation - Make it to Midnight

Sat, 03 Nov 2018 01:00:00 -0500

Episode 47 Leave us a message @ https://www.speakpipe.com/SoberSpeak Email us @ feedback@soberspeak.com Visit our website @ www.soberspeak.com www.sobernation.com www.timstodz.com Tim S is the creator of Sober Nation, a blogger, and an overall very creative individual. We discuss Tim's bottom that led him into recovery and the exhausting life of the addiction lifestyle. Other topics include Opioid addiction, meditation, running, and sports. I also found our discussion regarding the definition of an "obsession" very interesting. Ultimately, Tim concludes the podcast by indicating all we have to do in recovery is "make it to midnight." Enjoy John M.

Buddy C- Taoism, Georgia, and Recovery

Sat, 27 Oct 2018 01:00:00 -0500

Episode 46

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Wayne H- Hard Core Atheist Marine Finds God of his Understanding

Sat, 20 Oct 2018 01:00:00 -0500

Episode 45

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Sonny M- Rock to Recovery

Sat, 13 Oct 2018 01:00:00 -0500

Episode 44

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Renee E- You're not in Kansas Anymore- Blast from the Past

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 20:07:47 -0500

Episode 43

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Dave R- Recovery Works Good but it Works Slow

Sat, 06 Oct 2018 01:00:00 -0500

Episode 42

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Jessica F- The Gifts of Freedom in Alcoholics Anonymous

Sat, 29 Sep 2018 01:00:00 -0500

Episode 41

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40 Years Sober

Can't be a part-time alcoholic

Get the emotions out of your God concept

I'm miserable when I go through my day gathering up rights.

Pack us in your heart

Og Madino

Eric B- 12 steps of AA- Cliff Notes Style

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 01:00:00 -0500

Episode 40

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1 I Am Broken

2 Have an Open Mind

3 Trust in God 4 List Your Faults 5 Confess Your Faults 6 Have God Remove Your Faults... 7 Through Humility 8 List Those You’ve Hurt 9 Fix It, If Possible 10 Do It Again and Again and Again 11 Not My Will, But God’s Will Be Done 12 Pass It On