33:47

S23:E02 May 4, 2026

Angela's Journey: From Cop Daughter to Sobriety

Angela reflects on growing up in the San Fernando Valley as a police officer’s daughter, navigating rebellion, family violence, and the loss of her mother to addiction. She describes how the 12‑step program helped her confront a lifelong love of alcohol and the ongoing challenge of staying sober. Her story highlights the impact of childhood trauma on addiction and the power of community support.

34:33

S23:E03 May 4, 2026

From Entitlement to Tolerance: A Journey Across Continents and Sobriety

A speaker shares how growing up in Zambia, moving to America, and early misunderstandings about alcoholism shaped a sense of entitlement and isolation. Through AA, they discover that recovery is about love, tolerance, and redefining respect rather than fitting into old rules.

25:37

S23:E04 May 4, 2026

Bethany's Journey: From Early Drinking Abroad to 20 Years of Sobriety

Bethany reflects on how her teenage years in Hong Kong sparked a lifelong battle with alcohol, the challenges of virtual meetings during the pandemic, and her recent struggle to maintain regular attendance. She celebrates 20 years of sobriety, her work as a sponsor, and the daily practice of staying connected to the program and a higher power.

32:56

S23:E05 May 4, 2026

From Beach Parties to 24‑Year Sobriety: H's Journey Through Trauma and Recovery

H recounts a life that began with homelessness, an abusive father and foster care, then moved into college life and a long battle with alcoholism. He describes a turning point at a rugged rehab facility, the influence of his mother’s faith, and how a personal sense of spirituality helped sustain his 24‑year sobriety.

32:17

S23:E06 May 4, 2026

Annie’s Path: Sobriety, Service, and Breaking Generational Curses

Annie shares how her sobriety since 2018, guided by her sponsor Patrice, has transformed her life as a single mother of four, a college graduate, and a dedicated H&I volunteer. She discusses the ripple effect of alcoholism in her family, the power of service, and breaking generational curses.

30:51

S23:E07 May 4, 2026

30 Years Sober: From Early Trauma to Recovery

Georgia shares a raw chronicle of growing up with loss, neglect, and early addiction that led to multiple suicide attempts and loss of jobs and relationships. After hitting rock bottom, she found lasting sobriety on February 1, 1993, now marking 30 years clean and using her story to help others confront regret and the power of the first drink.

28:38

S23:E08 May 4, 2026

Renting Sobriety: Daily Commitment, Sponsor Bonds, and Lifelong Struggle

A speaker reflects on sobriety as a daily rent that must be paid through action, sharing the challenges of staying connected with sponsors and the ongoing progression of alcoholism. He also explores how genetics, early drinking experiences, and spiritual work shape his recovery journey.

32:54

S23:E09 May 4, 2026

Finding Belonging: From Midwestern Roots to AA Community

The speaker shares a raw journey from a 2000 sobriety date to discovering a place in AA despite feeling out of sync with friends, fashion, and family. Through anecdotes about a supportive sponsor, a contrasting brother, and the search for identity, listeners hear the humor and honesty of navigating recovery.

27:00

S23:E10 May 4, 2026

Seeking Acceptance: From Colombian Roots to Alcohol Dependence

In this candid talk, the speaker shares a childhood in Colombia, the move to Los Angeles, and a lifelong quest for acceptance that led to early drinking, drugs, and eventual dependence on alcohol. He reflects on how cultural influences, sports, and social circles shaped his patterns and the turning point when he recognized his blind spot.

30:03

S23:E11 May 4, 2026

From a Broken Home to 22 Years Sober: A Journey of Healing

Speaker shares gratitude for friends and spouse, reflecting on a violent, alcoholic upbringing and its lasting impact. Celebrating 22 years of sobriety, he highlights the power of AA, sponsorship, and community in creating a new life.

33:37

S23:E12 May 4, 2026

34 Years Sober: Demetri's Journey of Gratitude & Growth

Demetri shares his 34‑year sobriety story, thanking his sponsor, girlfriend, and home group while reflecting on his childhood and the turning point that led him to AA. He highlights the power of community, traditions, and staying present in recovery.

20:31

S23:E14 May 4, 2026

Ernest's Journey: From Early Blackouts to 29 Years Sober

Ernest shares his life story, from a childhood marked by early blackouts and a family military background to a career steeped in white‑collar crime, all while battling a deep‑seated love for alcohol. He reflects on his 29‑year sobriety milestone, the role of AA meetings, and the ongoing challenge of staying present amid daily distractions.

36:20

S23:E15 May 4, 2026

Morgan's Journey: From Childhood Trauma to 38 Years Sober

Morgan reflects on a turbulent early life marked by abuse, bullying, and early exposure to alcohol, recounting how those experiences shaped a pattern of lying and self‑destruction. A pivotal moment in a recovery meeting sparked recognition and hope, leading to a sobriety that began on May 10, 1988 and continues today.

23:13

S23:E16 May 4, 2026

Rich's 34-Year Sobriety Journey and Heart Health Battle

Rich reflects on over three decades of sobriety, sharing his early life of violence, incarceration, and the pivotal moment that led him to Alcoholics Anonymous. He also discusses recent heart health challenges, the impact of a triple bypass, and the resilience found in recovery. Listeners hear his gratitude for sponsors, support groups, and the ongoing commitment to stay sober.

29:37

S23:E17 May 4, 2026

Birthday Reflections: From Chicago Roots to 17 Years of Sobriety

Elizabeth celebrates her birthday by leading a meeting in Mexico, honoring her long‑standing home group and sponsor. She shares how feeling like the ‘baby doll’ in a Chicago family and early exposure to alcohol shaped her path to recovery, culminating in 17 years of sobriety since 2006.

34:08

S23:E18 May 4, 2026

Ida's Journey: Gratitude, Sponsorship & Service in Recovery

Ida shares how gratitude for sobriety turned into a calling to sponsor, serve, and preserve the legacy of her Inglewood meeting. She reflects on her past homelessness, the power of unity, and the joy of helping others through the program.

31:12

S23:E19 May 4, 2026

Service Over Self: John's Journey to Lasting Sobriety

John shares how focusing on service to others transformed his recovery after years of selfishness and a painful past. He describes his home group, the pivotal AA teaching about putting others first, and how this mindset keeps his sobriety strong.

30:54

S23:E20 May 4, 2026

From Silent Suffering to Shared Strength: A Mother's Journey in Sobriety

Karen shares her 30‑year path to sobriety, from a childhood surrounded by alcohol and the revelation of being adopted to becoming a mother navigating recovery. She reflects on the supportive Saturday morning women’s meeting, the challenges of balancing childcare, and the power of community in staying sober.

29:38

S23:E21 May 4, 2026

Randy’s 31‑Year Sobriety Journey: From Court‑Mandated Meetings to Lasting Recovery

Randy reflects on discovering the true purpose of Alcoholics Anonymous after years of court‑ordered meetings and countless drunk‑driving incidents. He shares how he moved from merely being comfortable while drinking to achieving lasting sobriety, celebrating 31 years of recovery and a 54‑year marriage.

32:31

S23:E22 May 4, 2026

Ducky's Path: Growing Up in Canoga Park, Early Drinking & Finding Sobriety

Ducky shares his journey from a childhood of family drinking and feeling like a square peg, through early binge episodes and a move from California to Washington, to achieving sobriety on July 2 1980. He reflects on the influence of his parents, the search for acceptance, and how a focus on school helped turn his life around.

25:31

S23:E23 May 4, 2026

Bill's Journey: From Early Alcohol Use to Lasting Sobriety

Bill shares his story from a turbulent childhood in Mexico City and Inglewood, through early drinking, drug use, and the pressure to emulate his father, to finding hope and transformation in Alcoholics Anonymous. He reflects on family influences, the lure of substances, and the lasting impact of sponsorship and fellowship.

31:44

S23:E24 May 4, 2026

From Early Trauma to Sobriety: A 35‑Year Journey

A speaker shares how a chaotic, mixed‑heritage upbringing and early anxiety led to self‑medicating with food and alcohol. After entering AA at 20, they reflect on decades of recovery, sponsoring, and the ongoing work of finding belonging.

31:06

S23:E25 May 4, 2026

Debra's Journey: From Louisiana Poverty to 23 Years Sober

Debra shares her 23‑year sobriety story, recalling a humble childhood in rural Louisiana and the pivotal role of her sponsor and the 12‑step program. She offers encouragement to newcomers and invites listeners to connect with her Bellflower Big Book Group.

35:25

S23:E26 May 4, 2026

Tara's Journey: From Perfectionism and Pain to AA Fellowship

Tara shares how early anxiety, perfectionist drives, and harmful coping habits led her to alcoholism, and how a welcoming hug at a detox center sparked her sobriety in 1994. She reflects on the contrast between her outward ‘good girl’ image and inner discomfort, expressing deep gratitude for AA, her sponsor, and the community that kept her sober.

33:04

S23:E27 May 4, 2026

From Streets to Sobriety: 25 Years of Recovery

Terry shares her journey from teenage drinking and a decade on the streets to 25 years of sobriety. She reflects on the loss of long‑time sponsors, the challenges of feeling ‘abnormal,’ and how her past fuels her desire to help other newcomers in recovery.

24:07

S23:E28 May 4, 2026

From Early Exposure to Long‑Term Sobriety: Becky's Journey

Becky shares how a childhood encounter with alcohol sparked a lifelong struggle, leading to blackout drinking and a painful 12‑year cycle of misuse. With the support of sponsor Jeffy and the AA community—especially online meetings—she reflects on family influences, loss, and the path to lasting recovery.

33:13

S23:E29 May 4, 2026

From Hippie Roots to Spiritual Sobriety: A Gay Man's Journey

The speaker shares his nine‑year sober path, blending meditation, manifestation, and AA fellowship after a tumultuous upbringing in a mixed Mormon‑Jewish household. He reflects on early exposure to alcohol, the loss of his father, family dynamics, and how a supportive sponsor helped shape his recovery.

32:53

S23:E30 May 4, 2026

Finding Gratitude and Purpose After 20 Years of Sobriety

In this candid talk, the speaker reflects on a life transformed by Alcoholics Anonymous, from a traumatic childhood to a 20‑year sober journey. He shares the role of his sponsor Bill, new pets, neurodivergent insights, and the simple truth that thoughts don’t limit one’s usefulness, inviting listeners to the Hermosa Beach Stag group.

31:13

S23:E31 May 4, 2026

From First Beer at 11 to Sobriety: A Journey Through Addiction and Recovery

The speaker recounts drinking Budweiser at age 11, teenage homelessness, a pregnancy that forced a nine‑month break from drinking, and the descent into meth use before attaining lasting sobriety in 1999 through Alcoholics Anonymous. With candid reflections on family, street life, and the support of a sponsor, the story shows how the unbearable became bearable through recovery.

30:45

S23:E32 May 4, 2026

Grace's 16-Year Sobriety Journey: Family Roots & Sponsor Support

Grace shares how growing up with a functioning alcoholic father shaped her early relationship with drinking, leading to a first drink at age 11. She reflects on 16 years of sobriety, the pivotal role of her long‑term sponsor, and the ongoing work of staying spiritually fit.

30:22

S23:E33 May 4, 2026

Lisa’s 21‑Year Journey: From Early Drinking to Lasting Sobriety

In this heartfelt talk, Lisa shares her 21‑year sober story, tracing her early exposure to alcohol, her first 17‑year sobriety, a relapse, and the path that led her back to lasting recovery. She reflects on family dynamics, the influence of school and community, and the gratitude she feels as a woman in recovery.

27:18

S23:E35 May 4, 2026

Craig's Journey: From Early Drinking to Navy Life and Recovery

Craig shares how frequent moves, family alcoholism, and an early introduction to alcohol set the stage for a turbulent youth filled with baseball dreams, petty crime, and a stint in the Navy. He reflects on the patterns that kept him drinking and the turning point that led him to seek sponsorship and recovery.

15:25

S23:E36 May 4, 2026

Honesty, Lies, and the Path to Sobriety

A candid reflection on how chronic dishonesty shaped a young person’s descent into alcoholism and how embracing honesty became the cornerstone of a five‑year sober journey. The speaker explores family influences, early coping mechanisms, and the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous.

33:49

S23:E36 May 4, 2026

Patrick's Journey: From Family Roots to Lasting Sobriety

Patrick shares his story of growing up in a large Irish-New Jersey family, the early mix of alcohol and marijuana, and the turning point that led him to Alcoholics Anonymous 22 years ago. He reflects on the gifts of health and sobriety, the support of his loved ones, and the gratitude he feels for a new, better life.

24:19

S23:E38 May 4, 2026

Stuart's Journey: Family, Love, and Recovery Triumphs

Stuart reflects on a sold‑out sponsor breakfast, reconnects with old friends, and celebrates his daughter Dana’s turning point after her partner Brandon chose sobriety over drinking. He also shares how his mother’s influence and his son‑in‑law’s treatment business shape his hope for the next generation.

28:49

S23:E39 May 4, 2026

Celebrating Sobriety: Experience, Strength, and Hope from a Long‑Term AA Veteran

A seasoned member reflects on over 30 years of sobriety, sharing the joy and challenges of daily AA life, the power of sponsor and home‑group support, and the impact of losing a close AA brother. The talk blends enthusiasm for recovery with heartfelt remembrance, offering listeners encouragement to stay the course one day at a time.

33:25

S23:E40 May 4, 2026

Jessica's 18-Year Sobriety Journey: Trauma, Pills, and Finding Belonging

Jessica shares her 18-year path to sobriety, recalling the pain of childhood abuse, immigrant shame, and the struggle with prescription pills. She reflects on how AA’s community, spirituality, and simple daily habits helped her confront trauma and embrace self‑acceptance.

31:22

S23:E41 May 4, 2026

Tony's Journey: From a Chaotic Childhood to 23 Years of Sobriety

Tony shares how a turbulent upbringing with an abusive, drinking father and multiple step‑family dynamics set the stage for early substance use, violent relationships, and a low‑weight rehab stint. After confronting his denial, he achieved sobriety on June 2, 2003, now celebrating over two decades of recovery and helping a nephew facing alcoholism.

34:40

S23:E42 May 4, 2026

Finding Fill in the Gaps: From Childhood Insecurity to Alcohol Use

The speaker reflects on early feelings of inadequacy, name struggles, and constant searching for external validation that led to a pattern of alcohol use. Moving to California, family influences, and attempts to control drinking reveal a cycle of coping that still echoes today.

30:23

S23:E43 May 4, 2026

Erin's 16-Year Journey: From Valley Girl to Long-Term Sobriety

Erin shares her 16-year path to sobriety, describing a slow‑progressing alcoholism that began in high school amid a creative, party‑filled upbringing. She reflects on family dynamics, her sister’s neurodiversity, and the turning points that led her to lasting recovery.

27:36

S23:E44 May 4, 2026

From Chaos to Sobriety: A Journey of Family, Loss, and Healing

The speaker recounts a turbulent childhood marked by an absent mother, an incarcerated father, and a chaotic home that included step‑parents and substance use. With the support of grandparents and a painful series of losses, they turned to alcohol as a teen before committing to sobriety on January 10, 2014. Their story highlights resilience, grief, and the power of community in recovery.

27:11

S23:E45 May 4, 2026

Bryson's Journey: From Selfish Youth to 12 Years Sober

Bryson shares his path from a conflicted Japanese‑American upbringing and early selfish tendencies to discovering alcohol at 15 and spiraling into addiction. He reflects on the turning points, the constant support of his sponsor, home group, and the lasting tools that keep him sober after twelve years.

28:59

S23:E46 May 4, 2026

Sandra's Journey: From Silent Childhood to Recovery Community

Sandra shares how growing up in an alcoholic household left her feeling invisible and disconnected, and how the AA community gave her a safe space to ask for needs and rebuild relationships. She reflects on the impact of generational trauma, the importance of honest conversation, and the healing power of fellowship.

29:59

S23:E47 May 4, 2026

Joe's Journey: From Functioning Alcoholic to Seeking Control

Joe shares his story of early drinking, the illusion of a “functioning alcoholic,” and his attempts to shift from bingeing to controlled drinking. He reflects on family dynamics, college life, and the cravings that keep him caught in the cycle.

21:44

S23:E48 May 4, 2026

Peggy's Journey: Gratitude, Dream of Relapse, and the Power of Honesty

Peggy reflects on her decades‑long path to sobriety, her role as a therapist, and the gratitude she feels for the Quality of Life community. She shares a vivid dream about drinking at a meeting, using it to explore the challenges of honesty and Step 1 in recovery. The story highlights the ongoing work of staying truthful and finding freedom in the steps.

29:10

S23:E49 May 4, 2026

Ben's Journey: From Rock‑Bottom Chaos to 12‑Step Hope

Ben recounts a turbulent childhood marked by abuse, relentless drug and alcohol bingeing, and a lifestyle of endless partying in the 60s and 70s. He describes how the relentless cycle finally led him to his first AA meeting after his 30th birthday and the beginning of a new sober path.

34:52

S23:E50 May 4, 2026

From Family Legacy to Sobriety: A Teacher’s Journey

Jennifer shares how growing up around a family history of alcoholism shaped her early misconceptions and why she turned to drinking as a coping tool. From her first drinks in college to a steady descent into daily use, she recounts the turning point that led to sobriety in 2007 and how she now balances recovery with her role as a substitute teacher.

36:34

S23:E51 May 4, 2026

Ralph's Journey: From Court-Ordered AA to 27 Years Sober

Ralph shares his life story, from early drinking in North Africa and France to a court-mandated entry into Alcoholics Anonymous. He reflects on misconceptions about alcoholism, his long marriage, legal challenges, and gratitude for the fellowship that sustained his 27-year sobriety.