Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA

Beth G, a passionate advocate for recovery, shares her inspiring story from the Miami Valley Winter Conference in 1998. She highlights the power of humor and positivity in overcoming alcoholism. Faith, family support, and continuous learning emerge as key themes. Beth emphasizes self-forgiveness, the significance of close relationships, and nostalgic family moments that fuel her journey. Her heartfelt anecdotes illustrate resilience and the invaluable role of community in achieving and maintaining sobriety.

John C from Belfast, Ireland, shares his heartfelt journey through alcoholism and recovery in Alcoholics Anonymous. He reflects on the chaotic nightlife that led him to seek help, contrasting his past experiences with newfound insights. John dives into the profound isolation and emotional struggles tied to addiction, revealing the complex relationship between craving and despair. His story emphasizes the transformative power of mentorship, community support, and spiritual growth in the recovery process, offering hope to those on similar paths.

Natalie shares her four-year sobriety journey, discussing the initial discomfort of attending AA meetings and emphasizing open-mindedness and community support. Stephen follows with his 14-year experience, reflecting on the role of self-acceptance and spiritual connection during the pandemic. Both stories highlight personal losses, the chaotic impact of addiction on families, and the transformative power of support networks in recovery. The conversation encapsulates resilience, the significance of service to others, and finding joy despite challenges.

Russel S, an AA member, shares his insights on quitting the urge to play God in his recovery journey. He discusses struggles with superficiality and the quest for external validation, humorously recounting moments of vulnerability in his story. Surrendering control to a higher power emerges as a vital theme, emphasizing spirituality's role in recovery. Russel highlights the importance of sincerity in sharing personal experiences, demonstrating how this honesty fosters deeper connections within the AA community.

In this insightful discussion, Bobby C, who has been sober since 1988, shares his transformative journey over 33 years. He opens up about the chaos of growing up in an immigrant family and the impact of early emotional trauma on his relationship with alcohol. Bobby reveals a heartbreaking incident that led to guilt and despair, including moments of suicidal thoughts. Ultimately, he emphasizes the power of connection, support from Alcoholics Anonymous, and finding hope even amid struggles, illuminating the road to recovery.

Debbie D shares her powerful story of recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction, highlighting her transformative journey during the 2011 Gem State Roundup. She recalls joyful moments reconnecting with friends and shares a humorous anecdote that sets a warm tone. Her path emphasizes the role of community support and service in achieving sobriety. Debbie also discusses the importance of commitment to recovery principles, detailing challenges and personal growth while navigating life's ups and downs in a sober life.

April H shares her inspiring story of recovery from alcoholism, reflecting on a turbulent childhood surrounded by drinking. She discusses the pivotal moments that led her to Alcoholics Anonymous, emphasizing the transformative power of resilience and faith. Her candid insights into the struggles of addiction and the journey to sobriety highlight the importance of community and support in healing. April's narrative is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability and the hope that recovery brings.

Charlie and Katie P dive into Step 10, exploring its pivotal role in maintenance and spiritual growth in recovery. Katie shares her insights on the importance of continual self-inventory and taking action. They discuss the challenges of self-centeredness, humorously addressing struggles like health issues that impact relationships. The conversation highlights the nuances of personal motives and the ongoing effort needed to make amends, emphasizing how these steps foster genuine transformation and fulfillment in sobriety.

Ann Marie G from Montclair New Jersey is speaking on the topic of Step 7 at the  4th Annual Montclair New Jersey Big Book Study held in August of 2011. Event List: https://scast.us/event Support Sober Cast: https://sobercast.com/donate Email: sobercast@gmail.com Roundup, retreat, convention or workshop coming up? List the event on the Sober Cast website. Visit the link above and look for "Submit Your Event" in the blue box. Sober Cast has 2700+ episodes available, visit SoberCast.com to access all the episodes where you can easily find topics or specific speakers using tags or search. https://sobercast.com

Mark L. - A sober stand up comic, brings his unique comedy to AA events. He will make you laugh and you may not even notice the serious bits he tosses in about alcoholism. Another earlier post that deserves a wider audience, he is very funny and I think a little something to make us smile right about now cant hurt. AA International Update: All the conference reserved hotels are sold out, over 22,000 people have already registered. Efforts are being made to find additional hotel space, some room is still available in the university dorms (your best deal). I added a hotel zone map to the event listing with a link to a more detailed pdf. At the moment you would be lucky to find a hotel close to the venue for under $600 per night with most well above 1k. If you look an hour+ from downtown your still in the $3-400.ish range, if you are thinking of going book sooner rather than later. Details: https://scast.us/intup Support Sober Cast: https://sobercast.com/donate Email: sobercast@gmail.com Event List: https://scast.us/event Roundup, retreat, convention or workshop coming up? List the event on the Sober Cast website. Visit the link above and look for "Submit Your Event" in the blue box. Sober Cast has 2700+ episodes available, visit SoberCast.com to access all the episodes where you can easily find topics or specific speakers using tags or search. https://sobercast.com