Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA

In this insightful talk, guest Russell S shares his extensive experience conducting 12 Step workshops across the US. He discusses the transformative journey of recovery and the importance of service within the AA community. Russell dives into self-deceit and rationalization, likening them to computer viruses that hinder accountability. He highlights the spiritual foundations of recovery and the vital role of community support, emphasizing that true sobriety flourishes through selflessness and dedication to helping others.

John L from Memphis Tennessee is telling his story at the at 2006 Tennessee Conference of Young People in AA. Registration for the Thailand Round-up is now open: You have plenty of time to plan for this one its in March of 2025 and reg. just opened. The main reg. link on their website isnt working but this one is. Register: https://scast.us/regthairu  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

Katie P from Austin Texas is sharing her story at the 32nd Seaside Oregon Roundup held in  2014. Registration for the Thailand Round-up is now open: You have plenty of time to plan for this one its in March of 2025 and reg. just opened. The main reg. link on their website isnt working but this one is. Register: https://scast.us/regthairu  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

Tony H speaking in 1999 just after his 20th AA birthday followed by Eric C. Registration for the Thailand Round-up is now open: You have plenty of time to plan for this one its in March of 2025 and reg. just opened. The main reg. link on their website isnt working but this one is. Register: https://scast.us/regthairu  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

We start with Candice a member of Ala-Teen sharing a bit of her story for the first few minutes of this meeting. We then move on to Francis telling her story as a member of Al-Anon for the remainder of the time. This was recorded at a Fellowship of the Spirit meeting held in Utah in 2011. Registration for the Thailand Round-up is now open: You have plenty of time to plan for this one its in March of 2025 and reg. just opened. The main reg. link on their website isnt working but this one is. Register: https://scast.us/regthairu  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

Kevin is telling his story in March of 2017 at the Sunday Night Speakers meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous held weekly in Seattle Washington. Registration for the Thailand Round-up is now open: You have plenty of time to plan for this one its in March of 2025 and reg. just opened. The main reg. link on their website isnt working but this one is. Register: https://scast.us/regthairu  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

Sandy B, a seasoned voice in recovery, shares insights on creating our own challenges in sobriety. They stress the importance of self-responsibility and how our actions shape our struggles. Through vivid metaphors, Sandy talks about breaking free from addiction and the transformative journey of surrendering to a higher power. The discussion also touches on embracing faith and confronting inner fears, all while navigating the complexities of personal accountability and spiritual growth. A journey towards acceptance and connection awaits!

Vannoy S shares her Al-Anon story at the 2018 Sobriety Under the Sun Convention held in Puerto Vallarta Mexico. Support Sober Cast: https://sobercast.com/donate Email: sobercast@gmail.com 2 East Coast Events coming up: The 70th Annual Tri-State Assembly held in Chautauqua New York. Details: https://scast.us/tristate and The 35th Mackinac Island Fall Weekend Retreat. Details: https://scast.us/mac 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

Texas T, a speaker from Berlin, shares profound insights on keeping life simple while navigating the complexities of recovery. They discuss their transformative journey through alcoholism, emphasizing the pivotal role of Alcoholics Anonymous. The conversation touches on embracing a higher power for sanity and personal growth, illustrating how faith and forgiveness can lead to profound change. Texas highlights the necessity of releasing fears and trusting in unconditional love, creating a path toward a simpler, more fulfilling life.

Polly P, a talented storyteller from Birch Way, Washington, shares her captivating journey of recovery at a Chicago event. She reflects on her struggles with alcoholism and the profound impact of Alcoholics Anonymous. Polly discusses the challenges her family faced, including her son Ryan's deafness, and emphasizes the resilience developed through love and support. Her transformation shines through as she celebrates the joy of family relationships and the spiritual growth that sobriety has brought into her life.