Dan Griffin
Recovery expert and author with decades of experience speaking on Alcoholics Anonymous and its 12-step program, author of A Man's Way Through the Twelve Steps.
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Jan 9, 2026 • 53min
Does AA Work?
In this debate, recovery expert Dan Griffin and addiction psychologist Adi Jaffe tackle a hot topic: the effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous. Dan highlights AA's widespread accessibility and supportive structure, while Adi critiques its low long-term success and its abstinence-only model that doesn’t work for everyone. They discuss if AA addresses underlying issues and the importance of community versus the potential for shaming. Personal motivations and the dominance of 12-step programs in treatment options are also explored, making for a thought-provoking conversation.
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Jan 3, 2025 • 53min
Does AA Work?
Nayeema Raza, a journalist and co-host of the Semafor podcast 'Mixed Signals', moderates a spirited debate between Dan Griffin, an expert on Alcoholics Anonymous, and Adi Jaffe, founder of IGNTD. They discuss the effectiveness of AA, with Griffin defending its structure and community support, while Jaffe challenges the abstinence model and advocates for more personalized approaches to recovery. The dialogue also explores the complexities of addiction treatment and the need for inclusive alternatives beyond traditional methods.
