Recovered AF
83 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsAaron and Kyle share their experience, interview others, and discuss what life is like now that they have recovered from a hopeless place in life, and how others have and can do it as well!
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Podcast #33 Alicia Vella Discusses Meditation
July 14, 2019 00:15 - 48 minutes - 54.7 MBThe boys take a huge step forward and interview their very first international guest. Alicia Vella is a meditation guru who previously studied kinesiology, worked for big oil, and has lived a life some only can dream of. Alicia shares her experience with meditation for all levels, and talks about what got her interested as a 12 year old, what her practice looks like today, and how she continues to grow and teach. Alicia has a website, and has offered any Recovered AF listeners a free 15 mi...
Podcast #32 Amatuer Hour
July 10, 2019 15:25 - 50 minutes - 64 MBIn an effort to space out their guests, Kyle and Aaron sit down and have a bromantic talk for two! Topics include Aaron's trouble getting his new suit, unwanted credit cards, and some other stuff. After that Kyle talks us through making some of his amends, and helping his proteges with theirs. We talk about Kyle's daddy issues until our inexperience with the new audio software leads to an abrupt ending. Enjoy!
Podcast #31 Dr. Brett Kills the Game
July 07, 2019 15:34 - 56 minutes - 79 MBAfter some early apprehension about the 12 steps, Dr. Brett has made the most of his recovery! From finishing Iron Man triathlons, to helping sufferers with "meth mouth", to guiding other medical professionals, this dentist has packed a lot into the stream of life. He also shares literature he's found beneficial and having a full family life. Enjoy this one!!! He can be reached by email at [email protected] Instagram: bikodds And also his blog at https://bikodds.blogpot.com
Podcast #30 The Return of Our Mutual Friend
July 04, 2019 15:42 - 57 minutes - 81.6 MBOur mutual friend Jeff makes his "triumphant" return. We talk about what drove Jeff to seek another 12 step way, how he got into the rooms, and his time living in Germany. He also shares about getting to take his motorbike on a dream ride across the Balkans. Also, how 10,11 and 12 were a game changer. Happy 4th!
Podcast #29 Can't Even Explain Amy's Transformation
June 29, 2019 17:19 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBWild child Amy M got sober young and stayed. Amy tells about being around the program before being in it, and what changed for her to get into the work. From 50 something flights this year, to speaking engagements, to recovery coaching, and being an interventionist, Amy tells us about the amazing life she has as a result of being recovered. Check out her website www.adrunkwhisperer.com or for interventions reach her at (303)915-7072
Podcast #28 Chad Straps
June 26, 2019 03:17 - 50 minutes - 71.3 MBWithout a topic, Kyle and Aaron sit down and roll freestyle. After Kyle does a 10th step on the air, the two discuss Kyle's trauma therapy, morning meditation, being protective of proteges that get sniped, and how getting put on blast in a meeting can actually help a person grow. Also, the rumor that Kyle wears sleeveless shirts gets started on this very podcast! [email protected]
Podcast #27 Derek Is AMAZING!!
June 23, 2019 01:28 - 57 minutes - 81.7 MBWith 16 charges hanging over his head, Derek got his start while incarcerated. He tells how he was taken through the steps, the impact it had on his life, and why continuing to give back is so important to him. Also, could this mild mannered spiritual leader have really had purple hair? Find out the answer to this question and maybe more on this episode of Recovered AF!!!
Podcast #26 Real Talk from Charleen
June 16, 2019 22:14 - 56 minutes - 80 MBComing from a family of alcoholics, Charleen experienced her first 12 step meeting at the age of 13, and eventually found long term sobriety at the age of 25. She talks about the benefits of a life of action, and the consequences of becoming idle. She also discusses God being everything or nothing, and the benefits of having a husband that's her spiritual partner.
Podcast #25 What in The Hell Are We Talking About
June 12, 2019 02:00 - 59 minutes - 83.7 MBKyle and Aaron talk for almost an hour...I don't really remember what about. Enjoy!
Podcast #24 Podcast Interrupted
June 08, 2019 21:37 - 21 minutes - 30.3 MBWithout a guest, or topic, Kyle and Aaron sit down to discuss life, overall well being, and Aaron's dogs penis size? All goes according to plan until a hail storm threatens Kyle's new truck! Enjoy this weather shortened podcast.
Podcast #23 Jason punched the wrong people
June 03, 2019 01:49 - 50 minutes - 70.9 MBOne time underwear model Jason makes his return to the podcast to tell his story. He tells how some trouble as an adolescent led to a military career, and a college education. However, those things weren't enough to put a stop to his drinking career. Listen as he tells what finally pushed him into the work, and how his life has changed as a result. Also, how NOT to interact with the police and how TO get to dis-invited a brother's engagement party.
Podcast #22 Aaron Name This Something Good
May 30, 2019 01:57 - 54 minutes - 77.4 MBKyle and Aaron talk about Aaron's fancy new participation medal and maybe some other stuff? They also share their experience with becoming God conscious, and what trusting that intuition looks like in their lives. In addition they talk about focusing energy into spiritually principled living.
Podcast #21 Vanessa is Kind of a Big Deal
May 25, 2019 20:53 - 57 minutes - 80.9 MBVanessa tells how the help of a strong woman is what she needed to get started. Also how that influenced her willingness to participate in service, and how being present and following intuition keeps her having new experiences.
Step Exploration #2 - 4th Step Schmorth Step
May 22, 2019 03:31 - 1 hour - 89.2 MBKyle and Aaron sit down and share their experience writing the 3 inventories that make up the 4th step. Aaron's "hypothetical" resentment towards Kyle is discussed. Also how fear is the driving force behind so many of our actions, and why that pesky sex inventory is necessary for us to complete. Plus we find out that Kyle really does think that he's better than Aaron.
Podcast #19 Candise Lieninger MS, NCC, LPC, EMDR
May 19, 2019 20:36 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBCandise Leininger MS, NCC, LPC, EMDR, from Time to Thrive Counseling & Consulting stops by to talk trauma therapy with the guys. She tells about growing up in an alcoholic home, how she was drawn to the mental health field, and shares her experience being an EMDR clinician. She also explains how EMDR works, who can benefit from it, and the rewards of watching her clients get well.
Podcast #18 This Turned Out Better Than We Thought
May 15, 2019 03:05 - 59 minutes - 83.4 MBWith no guest, and no topic, the Kyle and Aaron talk a whole lot about nothing. The fellows ponder what a career change might look like, somehow manage to talk about Aaron's butt again, talk up Megan some more, and eventually make their way to sharing their experience with making amends.
Podcast #17 Blackout Megan Tells Her Story
May 11, 2019 22:05 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBBinge drinker Megan talks about losing days out of her life to black outs, a trip to Asia she partially remembers, and several chances at sobriety. Also, why she takes meetings into jail, and how helping others has shaped her career. She also tells how her grandmother inspired her love of travel, and how Kyle's Wal-Mart melt down piqued her romantic interest.
Podcast #16 Bryan Lives A Life Beyond His Wildest Dreams
May 08, 2019 02:12 - 55 minutes - 78.6 MBBryan sits down to talk about getting into the work immediately, finding the fellowship he craves in a new town, being the 10th step king, and the courage to take on a career change mid-life. Plus girls youth softball, and what the hell is he looking at on his phone?
Podcast #15 Dr. Dan Is A Busy Man!!
May 05, 2019 19:38 - 50 minutes - 71.1 MBThe fellas interview Dr. Dan, a holistic healer and natural wellness advocate. Topics very from his career, where he gets his relentless energy, his brutal honesty, what gratitude does for his life, and living on borrowed time.
Podcast #14 Where Do We Go From Here
April 30, 2019 13:15 - 51 minutes - 73 MBAlthough neither one has an account, the fellows ponder whether or not to promote the podcast on social media platforms. They also consider broadening the podcast to topics and guests outside of 12 step recovery. In addition, Kyle's yard skills and participation in European sports are discussed.
Podcast #13 Chetter Bob Relies On God
April 28, 2019 20:21 - 58 minutes - 83.2 MBAfter 30 somethin trips to the drunk tank, and multiple stints in rehab, Chet discovered that willingness was the key principle for a recovered, happy, and useful life.
Podcast #12 Ken might be the most interesting person alive
April 23, 2019 12:55 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBKyle and Aaron take a road trip and sit down with Ken in his studio. He talks about getting sober young, moving out west, how NOT to propose, hitchhiking across the county, his menage a sponsorship, how he got into the motorcycle industry, and how enjoyably full his life is as a result of being recovered.
Podcast #11 Honest Genny Brings the Heat
April 20, 2019 17:58 - 53 minutes - 75.4 MBAaron and Kyle have another guest. Genny talks about her first experience with recovery at a very early age, getting sober, living on the fellowship, getting into the 12 steps, being a bad ass woman in recovery, and watching her son get sober.
Rectable #1 This is awkward
April 14, 2019 03:35 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBKyle and Aaron try something new and welcome 2 guests on the show for a rectable discussion. Ryan and Jason join the podcast to talk about God, steps 1,2, and 3 and Jason's modeling gig.
Step Exploration #1 - 10th Steppin On Yo Ass
April 09, 2019 11:08 - 53 minutes - 75.8 MBKyle and Aaron share their experience doing 10th steps, and listening to other people's 10th steps. Also, that lady from last year's basketball tournament, and would a nun make our podcast better?
Podcast #8 Judgmental Josh Knocks It Out of the Park
April 06, 2019 17:06 - 51 minutes - 72.8 MBJosh shares his experience as a family member of an alcoholic, and how after joining his fellowship, the realization hit that he had his own work to do. As a result his marriage is stronger than ever, has a wonderful baby boy, and continues to grow in his own recovery.
Podcast #7 Do You Even Lift Ryan
April 02, 2019 00:54 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBRyan tells how being a 12 step "elitist" drove him out of the rooms, and how humility and helping others brought him back.
Podcast #6 What Should We Name This
March 30, 2019 23:56 - 51 minutes - 73.2 MBAaron and Kyle have an episode without a guest, but topics galore. They discuss their disclaimer, sports, things in Aaron's butt, their budding bromance, and steps 10 and 12 yet again.
Podcast #5 Amy Survived the Spinach
March 27, 2019 01:43 - 50 minutes - 70.8 MBOverachiever Amy believed that reading ahead would help her overcome her illness. She was humbled to learn that the solution could only be gained through experience.
Podcast #4 Elaine's a Unicorn
March 24, 2019 00:36 - 1 hour - 31.2 MBAaron and Kyle interview the very first guest of the podcast!! Elaine shares about making the most of her life, being a unicorn, rocking out shows and the freedom that comes with recovery.
Podcast #3 No Show No Problem
March 16, 2019 18:27 - 54 minutes - 76.8 MBKyle and Aaron have a guest call in sick, so they wing it and talk about meeting etiquette, the 10th step, more gifts that have been given from recovery, and what to look forward to coming up!!
Podcast #2 Blackout Kyle Tells His Story
March 10, 2019 20:05 - 56 minutes - 79.5 MBCo-Host Kyle shares his experience. Never having had an intro to the 12 steps, Kyle talks about what his life was like being completely new to recovery, getting sober in his 20s and how his life has changed as a result of willingness and doing the work.
Podcast #1 Kuunu's Experience
March 10, 2019 20:01 - 1 hour - 89.9 MBCo-Host Aaron shares his experience with recovery. After a couple attempts at sobriety, Aaron decides to hit up Tijuana for a new trip, perspective, and outcome. He ends up back in the 12 steps, and shares what his life is like as a result.