Take 12 Recovery Radio
884 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsTake 12 Recovery Radio is a Twelve Step focused recovery talk and positive music radio broadcast helping to break the stigma of drug and alcohol addiction. Your host is Monty Dale Meyer aka the Monty'man from Albany, Oregon. Shows include a variety of guest and co-host. Celebrities, authors, clinicians, treatment providers, comedians, recovery recording artist and the real life stories of experience, strength and hope from those who have been to the darkest edge of addiction and come through to the light of recovery. LEGAL NOTICE: Take 12 Recovery Radio, Take12Radio.com and our shows are a production of KHLT Recovery Broadcasting and protected by Federal Copyright Laws. Shows may not be altered or used in any other manner without written permission of the owner / KHLT Recovery Broadcasting/Sponsor to Sponsor Publications Copyright © 2004-2021 / P.O. Box 93, Albany, OR 97321
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Recovery Rock Radio
April 17, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBOver an hour of pure recovery music from some of the movers and shakers in the recovery recording artist community. Names like Amanda Broadway, Elizabeth Edwards, Lauren Adams, Dawn Wilder, Conley (Ray) White, Bubba Mac, Joe Fuller and many more. Kick back and enjoy the sounds of recovery music and the artist behind the gift.
Strength Made Through Weakness
April 10, 2017 00:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB"If I were only better at it, if I were only smarter, if I were only stronger in my recovery, my faith, my prayer life, my spirituality". How many times have we told ourselves that if we were only this or that we could be better, do better, live better? But what if our success comes from our failures, from our character defects and yes even through weakness. Just what if? Closing Song: My Eyes Are Dry by Keith Green
FUTURE TRIPPING The Art of Worry
April 03, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBAre you a worry wart? A nervous Nellie? Do you constantly fret about everything and anything from your health to how you are perceived at work to whether or not a terror strike is imminent? If this sounds like you, then you may be worrying your life away. And what about your recovery? Do you future trip on your sobriety date, if you can make it one more day without drinking or using? This excessive worry doesn't just affect your mental health; it also can wreak havoc on your physical...
Forgiveness
March 27, 2017 00:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBUnforgiveness just imprisons you in the past, and for all the time that you go back to the past and regurgitate that unforgiving attitude, you will accumulate in your life the tragedy of anger and hostility escalated, built on, accumulated, piled up, which will rob you of the joy of living. You will go through life feeling just as bad as you do now or worse – with no relief in sight. On the other hand, forgiveness opens the door and lets the prisoner out. Forgiveness sets you free...
Relapse Games
March 13, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBIs relapse ever part of recovery? Perhaps this is the wrong question. This week's topic discusses "Relapse Games" Are people playing games with their lives when they dabble with addictive behavior? Is relapse a NO BIG DEAL issue? How many people relapse in their recovery process. Do we cheat people out of the truth by patting them on the butt and telling them it's OK when they relapse? What exactly is relapse anyway? Closing Song: What Faith Can Do by Kutless.
Right Fighting
March 06, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBHow many times have we said "I have the right", or "It's my God given right?" How much time do we spend demanding our rights for this or that? Do we really have any rights at all and if we do what are they? Do we care about the rights of others or only what we want when we want it. Are we so ego driven that we step on the toes of our fellows and they retaliate? How does demanding our rights influence the recovery from addictive illness? Join us for this week's show as we discuss "...
Failure
February 27, 2017 00:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBSome would say that when we fail at something it means we didn't try hard enough or we weren't serious about our efforts. Some even go so far to say that failure is sin and that we were never meant to fail. Others teach that failure is the beginning of success and that it is a necessary part of the journey in recovery and in life. Join us for this informative show on the topic of failure. Closing song: One Second Chance by Jeff Bates
Emotional Sobriety
February 20, 2017 00:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBWhen we are able to be comfortable in our own skin regardless of other people's actions, we have learned the art of Emotional Sobriety. On the other hand, when we are dependent upon other people filling our expectations, that is when we are Emotionally Dependent and unable to stand on our own two feet. An effective recovery can only take place when we learn to be Emotionally Sober. Closing Song "Say Yes to a Better Life" by Kelly Z.
The Other Guys Beer
January 30, 2017 00:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBThose of us who are allergic to alcohol (alcoholic) simply can not drink without serious consequences to our health, relationships and our spiritual condition, but what about those who can have a beer now and then or who drink with no consequences? Are these people doing anything wrong? Are these folks in any kind of danger? Who are these men and women who sometimes stir jealousy in our hearts because they can drink and we can't?
Being Driven
January 23, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBMany people feel that an addict or alcoholic in the thrust of his or her illness is not necessarily responsible for their actions while under the influence of mind altering substances. Some folks would disagree and would like to see people prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law when caught under the influence of illegal substances and still others wish to decriminalize addiction calling it a health crisis not a crime. All this and more on this week's show. Closing song: "Some 1...
When In Rome
November 14, 2016 00:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBEver wonder why people in Twelve Step support meetings introduce themselves in so many different ways? "Hi I'm John and I'm an alcoholic"; or "My name is Lisa and I'm a drug addict", or "My name is Fred and I'm an alcoholic/addict." On this week's show we will be talking about some of our thoughts on the matter of, WHEN IN ROME. What does that mean and are these introductions important or no big deal. Closing song: In The Rooms by Richie Supa.
Life In The Fast Lane
October 31, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBMany of us lived life in the fast lane when it came to our drinking and drugging but the question is, did we have a choice? Were we powerless over our active drug and alcohol use or could we make a moral decision to not pick up? Is it possible to have the power of choice and then lose it? Can we ever regain the ability to make the right choice and if so, how? Join the Monty'man, Toni J., Bruce H., and Marv R. as they discus this weeks topic. Closing song: "I Want to Live Like Tha...
True Friendship What Is It
October 17, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBWhat does it mean to be a true friend? Are friendships the same as acquaintances or does it go deeper than that? Can you be a close friend with a member of the opposite sex without sex? Are friends sometimes toxic? Is there a time to say good-bye to a true friend? What are some of the characteristics of a true friend? Join the Monty'man, Bruce and Toni as they discuss this week's topic. Also we get a great surprise as one of our former Co-Host visits the radio station. Closing ...
Cross Talk
September 28, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBFrom the Archive Zone comes another show from the best of Take 12 Recovery Radio. Some of these shows go back as far as 2004 when we first began broadcasting. Because so many of you have requested shows from our past broadcast we will be bringing many of them back to you here each Wednesday for your enjoyment. Shows include the Coffee with the Coffey’s Open Forum Wednesdays, Interviews with recording artist, clinicians, authors, treatment professionals and personal stories of experi...
A RECOVERY MUSIC SHOW
September 26, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBJoin the Monty'man & Toni J. for an incredible show featuring some of the top recovery recording artist in the world right here on Take 12 Recovery Radio. Each artist has been a guest on our show and has shared their music over the years with our audience. This show features some of the best of their work, their heart and their own recovery. This show promises to tug on your heart strings, lift you up and encourage your own recovery.
Relapse Prevention
September 19, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBJoin the Monty'man, Toni J. and Bruce H. as they take a look at the lives of three men who recently relapsed. Each man had a particular characteristic that fueled their relapse. Two of these men had experienced long term sobriety and one had been sober longer than he had ever been before. One was incredibly smart but prideful, one was over worked and had become too busy and the other had become complacent in his recovery. All three men had something in common, but what was it? Tune ...
Three Types of Drinkers
August 22, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBFrom Our Archives: In memory of Timothy Scott Cook. Join Monty, Eve and Bruce as they welcome Brent Cook to the show. Brent is a past board member of Take 12 Radio and is a family member of an alcoholic. As we talk about the three types of drinkers found in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, (the moderate drinker, the heavy drinker and the real alcoholic) Brent shares his heart coming from the place of a loving family member of a true alcoholic. Sadly Tim passed away a few month...
Addiction In Handcuffs
August 15, 2016 00:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBJoin Monty, Toni and Bruce as they unpack the question, "Should Addicts Go The Jail For Being Addicts?" Does incarceration within the criminal justice system really solve the addiction problem or is there much more to this than jail can even begin to touch? And what about when an addict is released from prison and can't get work and nobody wants him or her around? Recovery Recording Artist, Jeff Bates closes out our show with his song, "One Second Chance".
Using Dreams FORCED MEETINGS and Coffee
July 18, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBThis is a three topic show on Using Dreams, Forced Meetings and Coffee. There is medical science behind using dreams that may actually demonstrate a person’s willingness to be serious about their recovery. Then, we move over to forced meetings. You know, when a person is court ordered or given an ultimatum by a loved one that they must go to recovery meetings. There is much controversy around this type of meeting attendance. And what about coffee? Should recovery groups be financi...
Setting Healthy Boundaries
June 27, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBFor those of us in recovery, setting healthy boundaries is essential in maintaining a healthy lifestyle free from the bondage of drugs and alcohol. Join the Monty'man, Toni and Bruce as they discuss setting healthy boundaries with old friends, current relationships and those who have wronged us. Also, play Take 12 Trivia and enjoy this week’s recovery song by Eli Tellor, "As I Watched You Go"
My Thinkers Broke
June 20, 2016 00:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBProverbs 23:7 says: "For as one thinks, so he is..." It's not news to any of us that when we think we are losers we act like losers but when our thinking is in the positive we walk through life and our recovery differently. Can we change the way we think or are we left to be powerless over our own critical thinking? Join the Monty'man and co-hosts as they share and unpack this week's topic so important to healthy living.
Recovered or Recovering
May 30, 2016 00:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBAh yes, the age-old question as old as the Twelve Steps themselves. Do we ever fully recover from our addictions or are we always in a process of recovery? What does our recovery fellowship members say about this compared to the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous? You may be surprised. Join Toni, Bruce and the Monty'man as they welcome some special guest to the studio, Walter and Harlen for this controversial topic.
Closed Meetings
May 23, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBGet ready for a controversial show and the can of worms that may be opened during the show. This week's topic takes a look at what Alcoholics Anonymous considers as "Closed Meetings". What is a closed meeting according to A.A.? What is an open meeting? Do they contradict each other? Is there confusion here even in the printed page of A.A.'s Website? Or are we just splitting hairs? You be the judge. Perhaps we protest too much. Please click on the "Follow" button and "Like" butt...
To Smoke or Not To Smoke
May 16, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBSpecial guest Greg Seward Director at University of Massachusetts Medical Center and School and certified Master Tobacco-Treatment Specialist joins the Take 12 Radio co-hosts on the topic of smoking, vaping and chewing. With the emphasis on Vaping and e-cigarettes this show is one you don't want to miss.
Good Grief
May 09, 2016 00:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBIn life and certainly in recovery we are all going to experience grief. Perhaps it will be due to the death of a loved one or even the death of a friendship, pet or division caused by family issues. Regardless of the cause, no one is exempt from the experience of grief. Join Toni, Bruce and the Monty'man as they discuss the five stages of grief.
The Keys To The Kingdom
May 03, 2016 00:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBIn the 2nd, 3rd and 4th editions of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous Sylvia K. writes the wonderful story entitled “The Keys To The Kingdom”. Join Toni, Bruce and the Monty’man as they discuss what The Keys To The Kingdom means to them and a little history about the author. In a time when women were not always welcome in A.A. meetings, Sylvia made her mark by being the first women in A.A. to achieve long term sobriety. Though Marty M. was recorded as the first female member of...
Working With Chronic Relapsers
April 25, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBHow many chances do you give an addict or alcoholic who continues to relapse, not follow a plan of recovery or perhaps just doesn't seem to "Get IT"? Is there a number of chances given? Is there a point when you need to walk away? Could we be doing more harm than good? Could the responsibility perhaps fall on those who have been teaching something other than the Twelve Steps and the principles laid before us in our recovery literature? Join the Monty'man, Toni J. and Bruce H. as t...
The Recovery Music of Rusty Golden
April 10, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBMonty interviews the amazing Rusty Golden. Rusty, son of the Oak Ridge Boys William Lee grew up with Country and Gospel music all his life and had his run in with mood and mind altering substances as well. His story is filled with the lights of Nashville and the amazing music of some of the most incredible people in the music industry. Rusty shares his story of redemption and how he is now giving back to those who are hurting and living with addiction and alcoholism through his amazi...
Taking Other Peoples Inventory
April 06, 2016 00:00 - 52 minutes - 35.7 MBIs it ever alright to take other people's inventory while in recovery? What about judging others? What about condemnation of others? Can we make observations of others behaviour in order to learn what not to do, or are we guilty of stepping out of bounds? Join Bruce and Monty as they welcome special guest Co-Host, Roger M. from Southern California to the show. Let's take some inventory!
The Power of Forgiveness
March 30, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBToni J (TJ) from Albany, Oregon joins the Monty'man and Bruce H. as they discuss the power of forgiveness. It has been said that the prisoner forgiveness really frees is those who forgive. For many of us, we have suffered greatly at the hands of others and it may not be that easy to forgive, but how important is it really for a healthy recovery process? Also, join in on some of the craziest things that have ever happened at McDonalds restaurants as we honor our special Co-Host, To...
Anger vs Resentment
March 22, 2016 00:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBAccording to some in recovery, we should never get angry. They say anger will always lead to relapse, but does it? Is anger the same as resentment? Is there a difference? Is it possible that anger may even be a healthy and normal emotion? Join Eve, Bruce and the Monty'man as they discuss Anger vs. Resentment. Closing song, "A Call to Arms" by Jamie Alker.
What About Step Thirteen
March 15, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB"In 12-step programs, there is a term: 13th stepping. It’s not an official part of the AA program but rather a colloquial term for when someone with more than a year of sober time hits on a person with less than a year. And it can be perilous. Says Melody Anderson, a therapist who specializes in addiction and once ran the Friends and Family program at Hazelden, “It creates a differing power ratio where someone is gaining power over someone who is weaker, and it can endanger both of t...
Interview with William G. Borchert
January 07, 2016 00:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBThe Monty'man welcomes back William G. Borchert author of the most watched movie ever broadcast on television, "My Name is Bill W." William shares an extremely personal look into his own life in his new book, "How I Became My Father... A Drunk". This is the story of one of the world's most beloved authors of our time. His ability to share his story with a heart for those suffering from alcoholism as well as those who love the alcoholic is remarkable. Don't miss this powerful broadcas...
Married to Addiction 2016 New Years Show
January 01, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 51.4 MBTwo Families share their experience, strength and hope as it relates to their relationship being married to an alcoholic/drug addict. Special guest Martin and Kathy W. and the Monty'man's wife Marsha join the show to share some extremely interesting stories that many will be able to identify with. Opening the show with a Happy New Year countdown, this show is one of the most informative we have ever done as it tells all when it comes to some issues of co-dependency, addiction and the...