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Mentioned in 7 episodes

AA Big Book

Book • 1939

The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous is a comprehensive guide to achieving and maintaining sobriety through the 12-Step program.

Written primarily by Bill W., it includes personal stories of recovery and provides a framework for understanding and overcoming alcohol addiction.

The book has been influential worldwide, helping millions achieve long-lasting recovery.

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Mentioned in 7 episodes

Mentioned by

Vinny Ferraro

as containing a line that says spirituality was the cornerstone of their recovery.

You Can't Hate Yourself Into Becoming a Better Person | Vinny Ferraro

Mentioned by Anna Runkle as something important she ever read.

#774 Hitting A Therapy Wall - Anna Runkle aka The Crappy Childhood Fairy

Recommended by a listener to

Bill Burr

to read if he is thinking about attending Alcoholics Anonymous.

Criterion Collection, His New Car, Television | Thursday Afternoon Monday Morning Podcast 9-11-25

Marty C.

says he didn't have a "big book" experience when joining Alcoholics Anonymous.

227- Marty C- These Are The Steps We Took

Mentioned by

Rainn Wilson

when explaining the highest form of prayer in recovery.

Fame ruined me, but faith saved me: Office Hours meets The Office, with special guest Rainn Wilson

Mentioned by

Eric Zimmer

as a resource for understanding addiction.

Rethinking Addiction and Identity with Catherine Gray

Mentioned by

Eric Zimmer

in relation to a quote about selfishness and self-centeredness.

The Power of Listening and Interconnectedness with Jane Hirshfield

Mentioned when introducing the fifth step in the context of the 12 steps of AA.

Workshop: 12 Steps - Sandy B - Steps 5 and 6 (Part 3 of 5)

Mentioned when sharing that it talks about the importance of paying back money to stay sober.

Workshop: 12 Steps by Sandy B - Part 4: Steps 7-9

Mentioned by

Jack Cummins

when recalling his early days in Alcoholics Anonymous and the program's foundations.

EP 372: Jack Cummins Recovery Story

Mentioned by

John Elmore

as the book he received at his first AA meeting.

Life Altering Love

Mentioned by

Madison B

when talking about the enthusiasm and service to newcomers in her home group.

Multiple Speakers: Myra D and Madison B (LGBTQ)

Mentioned by Yvonne in the context of needing to read it while in sobriety.

Topic: Why is this Simple Program So Hard - AA South Africa

Speaker Don mentions being the secretary of a big book meeting on Mondays and working with others through it.

Topic: Lack of Power That Was Our Dilemma

Mentioned when discussing the AA literature and a quote by Bill regarding defense against the first drink.

Workshop: 12 Steps by Sandy B - Part 1: Steps 1-3

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