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Keep Coming Back Podcast

251 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings

We bring the AA Speaker to the microphone to record their story of recovery, creating “Speaker Tapes” for this generation. Website: KeepComingBack.net 

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vol 170. 2/2/2007 (Pat)

August 10, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MB

Pat is a true advocate and student of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. This humble share is full of wisdom and the tenacity of chasing down sobriety. Quotes “Pretty much every time I drank, I had this weird physical reaction where I suddenly had this craving to continue drinking and couldn’t stop.” “Sobriety is just a biproduct of living the spiritual way of life.” “I chased after the program of action with a willingness that I had never been able to muster before.” Referred by: In...

vol 169. 10/19/1994 (Vickie)

August 03, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

Another share full of soul and wisdom, strength and forgiveness. Vickie shares the truth of who and what she once was, and the beauty and grace of what and who she is today. A story you will not forget. Quotes “As long as I don’t pick it up, it won’t get me drunk, one day at a time.” “Talk about everything and drink over nothing.” “I am consciously living beyond my wildest dreams right now." Referred by: Deidre (vol. 151) Instagram Facebook

vol 168. 2/4/2021 (Anthony T.)

July 27, 2023 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Get ready for a quick and soul-full share of passion and wisdom. A member of both AA and NA Anthony shares his real struggle and the real beauty of recovery and the 12 steps. Quotes “The need  had to become a want in my life.” “I always surrendered to the circumstance or situation, but never the problem . . . and once I surrendered to the problem—the situation, the pain, the negative consequences went away.” Referred by: Connie (vol. 146) Instagram Facebook

vol 167. 6/9/2017 (Kate R.)

July 20, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MB

Kate is an example of maintaining the course of sobriety in the face of heartache and loss. She walks us through how she got sick and then better, and how she manages life today as an active member of AA. Quotes “All I had to do was stop using drugs, stop drinking, but I couldn’t and I didn’t understand why.” “I was just so beat up and willing to do whatever it took.” “I’ve been able to find my tribe . . . just by being myself.” Referred by: Christina (vol. 159) Instagram Facebook

vol 166. 2/1/2015 (Dan D.)

July 13, 2023 07:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

Sober since entering the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous, Dan shares what he did and didn’t do well to get 8 years of sobriety. Dan shares with a sense of honor, privilege and duty to help the alcoholic that still suffers. Quotes “My drinking changed from habit to obsession.” “I couldn’t see my life with or without alcohol—and I didn’t know what to do.” “I definitely keep communication with other alcoholics on the priority list.” Referred by: Jeff C. (vol. 144) Instagram Facebook

vol 165. 12/19/2022 (Kate B.)

July 06, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

At 29 years old, 27 weeks pregnant and 6 months sober, Kate shares her story of alcoholism, recovery and the magic of the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.  Quotes “As soon as I introduced alcohol back in my life, I was moving the goal post again.” “The same energy that I had spent trying to drink successfully and normally, I had to give to the AA program.” Referred by: Alyssa (vol. 49) Instagram Facebook

vol 164. 2/6/2023 (Q.)

June 29, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

A third culture kid (TCK), Q. lived in his own world, and eventually created his own reality with alcohol and drugs. Only 110 days into sobriety, Q. brings honesty, reflection and hope to the table in this share. Quotes “I’m 110 days sober and I feel like I’m going for life.” “It was a learning process for sure, but it’s improved dramatically, I feel like I’m actually a husband and father now.” Referred by: Q. was referred by an anonymous KCB speaker  Instagram Facebook

vol 163. 3/9/2022 (Jessica W.)

June 22, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Consequences of drinking and the court system got Jessica to a year of sobriety. And in that year, she has found a new perspective on life, her future and her contributions. Quotes “I was able to really decide for myself that alcohol could not be a part of my future.” “I love knowing that I’m going to wake up sober, it’s my new favorite thing.” Referred by: Jessica is a KCB listener  Instagram Facebook

vol 162. 6/7/2020 (Paul H.)

June 15, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

With a very high bottom, it was hard for Paul to see himself as an alcoholic. But eventually life got painful enough for him to try something new and he gave the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous a chance. Quotes “I want to get closer to whatever changed me from not being able to go a day without a drink, to feeling somewhat tranquil today.” “I don’t think you get to say you’ve tried AA until you’ve been through all the steps thoroughly, with a sponsor, and you’re out there working with othe...

vol 161. 11/17/2006 (Elvira)

June 08, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MB

Sober at 30 and raised in AA, the first 10 years of sobriety were rough on Elvira. However, today she is 16 years in and unrecognizable from the person she once was.  Quotes “Doing it despite not wanting to do it, that’s really what saved me, and now there is no going back.” “Why don’t you try all 12 steps and see if you’re an alcoholic?” “AA really helped me with growing up.” Referred by: Tara C. (vol. 149) Instagram Facebook

vol 160. 12/17/2022 (Mike H.)

June 01, 2023 07:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

Only a few months into sobriety Mike has a new way of life, a new way of thinking and of loving those around him. The family we create is more important than the family we come from, and in his share, Mike explores the decisions he’s made for his wife and children and their future. Quotes “It never occurred to me that this was a diagnosable issue that I needed real help for.” “I’m taking truly one day at a time and enjoying the progress that I’m seeing in myself, as well as my family.” R...

vol 159. 6/2/2020 (Christina P.)

May 25, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MB

Christina grew up in a home where appearances were more important than reality –and when mistakes were made, they were quietly resolved for her. It wasn’t until she hit her own bottom and made some good hard choices did she find recovery and a life of peace. Quotes “I will recover loudly so that others do not have to suffer silently.” “I had every intention of staying sober . . . I just didn’t know how to do it.” “I move with integrity, and my word means something today.” Referred by: C...

vol 158. 10/22/2012 (Don S.)

May 18, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

On the verge of homelessness with his Gucci slippers, Don still had ego hanging on. After 5 years of struggling, he finally got this sobriety thing, and then 10 years into sobriety Don had his hardest year yet - but remains sober. This is a great share with many nuggets of wisdom. Quotes “The fellowship of AA will never fail, if you just raise your hand and ask for help.” “I just wanted the chaos to stop, and I didn’t want to die . . . and now I have a full life, I get to experience every...

vol 157. 6/8/2021 (Nick M.)

May 11, 2023 07:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

Former Marine with 2 combat tours, Nick came to the rooms homeless, alcoholic and broken with trauma. But today, almost 2 years into sobriety, Nick is changing lives and the world with his true purpose of helping others. Check out live2ndlyfe.com Quotes “I had a hard time distinguishing the difference between religion and spirituality.” “The Big Book has the recipe right in it . . . so all I have to do is just literally follow the recipe.” Referred by: Tim L. (Vol. 140) Instagram Facebo...

vol 156. 9/5/2016 (Jared R.)

May 04, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

A creative soul, Jared sought both inspiration and escape through alcohol. Today his avenue to art is the program, helping others and meditation. A man that once justified his anger and behavior is now a gentleman that lives free from such lies.  Quotes “I’m able to keep my mind open enough to learn new things.” “I was just so happy—I mean filled with complete joy that I could still exercise my creative muscles without having to drink or drug.” Referred by: Michael R. (Vol. 145) Instagr...

vol 155. 8/21/2021 (Braden)

April 27, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

Storyteller Braden shares with us how his drinking began at 8 years old and transformed him through to today, where he has found freedom in sobriety that requires complete honesty. Quotes “I didn’t know how else to get through the day without multiple drinks of alcohol.” “The opposite of addiction is connection . . . I knew I should be reconnecting.” Referred by: website contact Instagram Facebook

vol 154. 9/26/2020 (Lynn A.)

April 20, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Until she had a decade of examples behind her, Lynn was oblivious to the signs that she was an alcoholic. After a couple restarts, Lynn finally accepted that she was powerless over alcohol, and with that came the beautiful and free life she lives today. Quotes “I didn’t drink every day, but when I did all bets were off.” “My sobriety is more important than anything, and that’s what it had to come to.” Referred by: Niki (Vol. 131)  Instagram Facebook

vol 153. Sobriety Date Unknown (Robb K.)

April 13, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MB

Dr. Robb Kelly is a well-known expert in the recovery industry; his message, his energy, and his deep respect for the Big Book comes through strong and clear in this poignant message of Hope. Quotes "The mental obsession will get me every single time; the internal dialogue will kill me.” “There’s no such thing as just having one beer, it doesn’t work like that for me.” Referred by: Website contact Instagram Facebook

vol 152. Sobriety Date 4/14/2021 (Doug)

April 06, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

Only a teenager when introduced to AA, Doug has had a life of struggling against his addiction and alcoholism. Doug identifies himself as a low bottom drunk that’s been given the miracle of recovery several times, and this time he intends to hold on for his life. Quotes “I couldn’t stop and I couldn’t stand the person I had become.” “Liquor ceased to be a luxury and became a necessity.” Referred by: an anonymous KCB speaker Instagram Facebook

vol 151. Sobriety Date 10/3/1997 (Deidre K.)

March 30, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

A true story of redemption and miracles. Deidre is an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous—25 years in and still completely dedicated to using her pain and recovery to help others find their miracle.  Quotes “I was incapable, once I took a drink, to stop. That drink took a drink, and I was off and running.” “You can recreate your life through the 12 steps.” "AA works, you don’t have to believe anything, just have an open mind.” Referred by: Farrell (Vol. 40) Instagram Facebook

vol 150. Sobriety Date 8/25/2022 (W.J.)

March 23, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MB

Bipolar, anxiety, food addict, ADHD, Addict and Alcoholic, at 35 years old, W.J. has finally found serenity and sobriety with the act and action of complete surrender to, and acceptance of the process.  Quotes “I’m building this new sober network of people . . . it’s almost like my natural anti-depressant, anti-anxiety.” “It’s not easy, but it’s simple if you let it be simple.”  Referred by: an anonymous KCB speaker Instagram Facebook

vol 149. Sobriety Date 1/3/2003 (Tara C.)

March 16, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MB

Tara didn’t start drinking until college, and within a few years her life and all her decisions revolved around alcohol. It was her sheer desire to have a different life that brought her to the program and the actions of the 12 steps.  Quotes “I failed, basically on a daily basis to stop drinking . . . I failed every day to not drink." “I have no doubt that AA saved my life.” Referred by: Tara V. (vol. 54) Instagram Facebook

vol 148. Sobriety Date 12/20/2022 (Bryce S.)

March 09, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

A 35-year drinking career brought Bryce to the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous. He has struggled to remain sober, but he knows and shares here what the tools are and how to use them – when life brings him to his knees today, he knows what to do when he is down there. Quotes "I could not stop drinking, I couldn’t understand why, I couldn’t explain it, I still can’t. But I don’t need to, I just knew I needed help.” “If there’s a will there’s a way, and if you’re an alcoholic, there is always ...

vol 147. Sobriety Date 4/3/2004 (Nathan L.)

March 02, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB

Nathan found sobriety at only 22 yrs, though he still very much experienced the darkness of alcoholism. And with a sequence of good choices and rehab, he actively turned his life around and continues to maintain his journey of recovery.  Quotes “It was hard to deny that AA was working for people and it was working for people like me.” “I feel like my saving grace is that I just don’t see a world in which I can drink normally.” Referred by: Irving (vol. 139) Instagram Facebook

vol 146. Sobriety Date 8/9/2015 (Connie)

February 23, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

A very late bloomer in her drinking career, Connie didn’t drink until she was an adult – after she had gastric-bypass surgery. Then after 8 years of angry sobriety, she drank again and found herself doing a whole different kind of program. Today, Connie lives the steps, she doesn’t just work them.  Quotes “We can utilize this program in every aspect of our life.” “ . . . I have serenity, and I never felt that before.” Referred by: Willie (vol. 129) Instagram Facebook

vol 145. Sobriety Date 9/20/2005 (Michael R.)

February 16, 2023 08:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB

Growing up with fear and anxiety Michael found much relief in escaping his environment, which began with drinking at 10 yrs. old. Today however, Michael has a solid program and brings with him humility, kindness and hope. A wonderful story of an addicted alcoholic turned delightful human.  Quotes “All of my abilities, my potential, was being limited by alcohol.” “I didn’t want to drink any more . . . and I didn’t know what that looked like.” Referred by: Anonymously referred by another...

vol 144. Sobriety Date 2/10/2013 (Jeff C.)

February 09, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MB

Jeff grew up constantly wanting to escape the way he felt, never fitting in and seeking solitude and isolation. When necessary, he played whatever role the situation called for, it wasn’t until sobriety that he discovered not only spirituality, but his true self.  Quotes “I thought everybody was looking at me with judgement, so I judged everybody else.”  “On the inside, I know I’m an alcoholic, I just didn’t use that word . . . I knew I had a problem.” “There really is hope on the other s...

vol 143. Sobriety Date 10/18/1994 (Wendall)

February 02, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

Wendall highlights the grace of his sobriety journey and with calm storytelling. Along with much effort on his part, the program of Alcoholics Anonymous has created an honorable man who lives today in gratitude and service.  Quotes “The man that I was, will drink again.” “That was the beginning . . . I remember crying and looking up and going: God help me please; I don’t want to drink today.” Referred by: Willie S. (vol. 129) Instagram Facebook

vol 142. Sobriety Date 12/12/2011 (Joseph R.)

January 26, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MB

Joseph knew before and after his first drink where he was headed and he knew it was going to be bad. Drunk at 17 and sober at 18, Joseph has a short drinking career, but brings solid knowledge and wisdom of the disease and the process of recovery.  Quotes “I knew there was something going on in the meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous, and I trusted that.” “I’m starting finally feel like the man that my heart has been trying to get me to become.” “Every day is a new surrender.” Referred by:...

vol 141. Sobriety Date 1/1/2017 (Jack M.)

January 19, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB

Sober in his mid-twenties, Jack’s bottom wasn’t too terrible, but it was terribly dark and lonely for him. Isolating and suicidal when the simple thought came to try AA, and he did, and he just celebrated 6 years of sobriety and serenity.  Quotes “The more I did this program, the better I felt.”  "It got so painful to not do it, and I got relief from doing it, that I eventually I did it.” “I missed the day of school where they taught everyone how to be human.” Instagram Facebook

vol 140. Sobriety Date 3/5/2021 (Tim L.)

January 12, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

Just 22 months into sobriety Tim has taken the program of Alcoholics Anonymous by its horns, making a splash with mental illness, addiction and suicide prevention among veterans.  Quotes “Sobriety has been the best gift I have ever received.” “Working the 12 steps has changed my life completely, it has made me a better human being." Instagram Facebook

vol 139. Sobriety Date 12/23/2020 (Irving)

January 05, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

If Irving can get sober . . . so can you! At 19 yrs. old, Irving attempted suicide for the first time and was incarcerated essentially from 28 through 40 yrs. old. Today however, a few years into sobriety, he is a giving and respected member of the community and his family; the promises have surely come true for Irving. Quotes “I look in the mirror and I just don’t recognize this guy . . . my past life, sometimes it seems it was a really bad dream, and I’ve woken up.” “I love being there f...

vol 138. Sobriety Date 12/9/2018 (Brendan C.)

December 29, 2022 08:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

Alcohol arrived in Brendan’s life as a solution and left as a problem. In this share Brendan reads his story and then we dig deeper into how this miracle of sobriety happened for him – which began with the act of complete surrender. Check out how Brendan gives back today with REVAMP Consulting.  Quotes “I stopped trying to control everything and started accepting things as they were.” “I get to live a life in a way that I didn’t know was possible.” “When I was drinking and using, I was j...

vol 137. Sobriety Date 1/31/2016 (Lei)

December 22, 2022 08:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

Early on in life, Lei recalls being obsessed about anything and everything, and this combined with being highly emotional created a recipe for alcoholism. Lei shares the simplicity of what she’s learned in the rooms and how she maintains a life of serenity and peace today. Quotes “I know I’m gonna be alright, today I have peace of mind . . . today I have freedom, today I can go to sleep.” “That’s all I ever really wanted, I just wanted to feel good.” “I’ve recovered from a seemingly hopel...

vol 136. Sobriety Date 8/4/2021 (Izabella)

December 15, 2022 08:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

With a year of sobriety, Izabella brings to this share the very close memory of what it was like out there in the darkness, coupled with the magic of taking the actions which led her to recovery, serenity and freedom.  Quotes “I don’t suffer from a state of hopelessness anymore.” “No matter what comes, I have this hope that I’ve never had before in my life, and that’s what I try to give away to other women today.” “My alcoholism demands a solution, and it’s gonna get it one way or another...

vol 135. Sobriety Date 1/28/2021 (Holly C.)

December 08, 2022 08:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MB

Growing up, and in life as an adult, Holly never felt safe, on top of an overwhelming feeling of never fitting in. Drinking came much later in her life, and it took many years of struggling until the miracle happened. It's been almost two years now that Holly has been free and sober and safe.  Quotes “Just tell me what I need to do, because I have to get out of this pain.” “You’ll recover from the way you think.” Instagram Facebook

vol 134. Sobriety Date 2/7/1996 (Shawn II)

December 01, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

Shawn came into AA at 26 years old, homeless and addicted. He is now a sober and clean retired man with a comfortable pension, beautiful peace and endless freedom. Quotes “All the trauma that’s happened in my life, it didn’t make me an alcoholic, what makes me an alcoholic is when I truly honestly want to stop, I cannot.” “It took me a long time to believe that this stuff was gonna work.”  “I had never attempted, prior to that, to do any kind of action to stay sober.” Instagram Facebook

vol 134. Sobriety Date 2/7/1996 (Shawn II)

December 01, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

Shawn came into AA at 26 years old, homeless and addicted. He is now a sober and clean retired man with a comfortable pension, beautiful peace and endless freedom. Quotes “All the trauma that’s happened in my life, it didn’t make me an alcoholic, what makes me an alcoholic is when I truly honestly want to stop, I cannot.” “It took me a long time to believe that this stuff was gonna work.”  “I had never attempted, prior to that, to do any kind of action to stay sober.”

vol 133. Sobriety Date 1/19/1992 (Pastor Wade)

November 24, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

A “Hope Dealer,” Pastor Wade, also a retired Marine, shares his powerful story of recovery, having been clean and sober since 23 yrs of age. Once everything revolved around drinking, whereas today for Wade, everything revolves around helping others. Quotes “If you don’t deal with the problem, the problem is gonna deal with you.” “Each of us has to come to a place to make our own decision that we’re ready; ‘cause no one else can do it for you.” Instagram Facebook

vol 133. Sobriety Date 1/19/1992 (Pastor Wade)

November 24, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

A “Hope Dealer,” Pastor Wade, also a retired Marine, shares his powerful story of recovery, having been clean and sober since 23 yrs of age. Once everything revolved around drinking, whereas today for Wade, everything revolves around helping others. Quotes “If you don’t deal with the problem, the problem is gonna deal with you.” “Each of us has to come to a place to make our own decision that we’re ready; ‘cause no one else can do it for you.”

vol 132. Sobriety Date 2/29/2012 (Leo)

November 17, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

A victim of both drugs and alcohol, on top of food and weight struggles, Leo found his way to freedom through the hand of an AA member. Listen for his beautiful story of making amends for stealing $164. Quotes “…and slowly, slowly, step by step, I started to get more awareness, more freedom.” “This is home, this is where I belong.” Instagram Facebook

vol 132. Sobriety Date 2/29/2012 (Leo)

November 17, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

A victim of both drugs and alcohol, on top of food and weight struggles, Leo found his way to freedom through the hand of an AA member. Listen for his beautiful story of making amends for stealing $164. Quotes “…and slowly, slowly, step by step, I started to get more awareness, more freedom.” “This is home, this is where I belong.”

vol 131. Sobriety Date 9/1/2020 (Niki)

November 10, 2022 08:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

From a large Italian-Polish Chicago Southside family, Niki grew up surrounded with love . . . and eventually the love of drinking. But as it goes, the disease progressed into misery. Two years into sobriety, Niki is happy, joyous and free—present and available for her family and friends.  Quotes “I didn’t want to stop drinking because it silenced my mind, but I didn’t want to keep drinking, because I knew it was hurting me . . . I wanted to want to stop drinking.” "Things don’t happen to y...

vol 131. Sobriety Date 9/1/2020 (Niki)

November 10, 2022 08:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

From a large Italian-Polish Chicago Southside family, Niki grew up surrounded with love . . . and eventually the love of drinking. But as it goes, the disease progressed into misery. Two years into sobriety, Niki is happy, joyous and free—present and available for her family and friends.  Quotes “I didn’t want to stop drinking because it silenced my mind, but I didn’t want to keep drinking, because I knew it was hurting me . . . I wanted to want to stop drinking.” "Things don’t happen to y...

vol 130. Sobriety Date 3/15/2022 (Dan G.)

November 03, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

Having lived a semi-charmed and successful life, Dan was in for a surprise when his drinking and reaction to alcohol shifted for the worse. A chronic relapser, Dan has got a fresh hold on life, today he can handle emotions, setbacks and heartache—all while sober. Quotes “I have to accept that I’m an alcoholic.”  “It’s been a gradual process, I have learned and appreciated acceptance . . . I have embraced honesty.”  Instagram Facebook

vol 130. Sobriety Date 3/15/2022 (Dan G.)

November 03, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

Having lived a semi-charmed and successful life, Dan was in for a surprise when his drinking and reaction to alcohol shifted for the worse. A chronic relapser, Dan has got a fresh hold on life, today he can handle emotions, setbacks and heartache—all while sober. Quotes “I have to accept that I’m an alcoholic.”  “It’s been a gradual process, I have learned and appreciated acceptance . . . I have embraced honesty.” 

vol 129. Sobriety Date 3/13/2020 (Willie S.)

October 27, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Once a young gang member with prison time and regrets, Willie wasn’t sure if he could get and stay sober. But he came to the rooms anyway, listened and learned for months, while fighting the obsession to drink . . . until finally it was removed. Today, Willie is happy, joyous and free. Quotes “The obsession to drink was the worst thing I’ve gone through in my life . . . fighting that obsession to drink.” “I knew I had to do something; I wasn’t gonna make it on my own.” “These steps were c...

vol 129. Sobriety Date 3/13/2020 (Willie S.)

October 27, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Once a young gang member with prison time and regrets, Willie wasn’t sure if he could get and stay sober. But he came to the rooms anyway, listened and learned for months, while fighting the obsession to drink . . . until finally it was removed. Today, Willie is happy, joyous and free. Quotes “The obsession to drink was the worst thing I’ve gone through in my life . . . fighting that obsession to drink.” “I knew I had to do something; I wasn’t gonna make it on my own.” “These steps were c...

vol 128. Sobriety Date 2010 & 1988 (Karen L. & Beeper Mike Special)

October 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MB

In this special episode both Karen and Mike share their story of recovery with brave voices despite their personal speaking challenges. Quotes “We get to be ourselves if we’re open and honest in Alcoholics Anonymous.” “We are never alone when we participate in Alcoholics Anonymous.” “Alcohol infected my life, but AA has affected my life and made me effective.” “No one regrets being sober.” Instagram Facebook

vol 128. Sobriety Date 2010 & 1988 (Karen L. & Beeper Mike Special)

October 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MB

In this special episode both Karen and Mike share their story of recovery with brave voices despite their personal speaking challenges. Quotes “We get to be ourselves if we’re open and honest in Alcoholics Anonymous.” “We are never alone when we participate in Alcoholics Anonymous.” “Alcohol infected my life, but AA has affected my life and made me effective.” “No one regrets being sober.”