Best Aa Fellowship Podcasts (2024)

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Recovery Fellowship Subgenres 46:36

4h ago46:36

46:36

From sober surfers to kombucha appreciators, whatever it is you're into, the fellowship you crave is out there. "We are people who normally would not mix", indeed. OyveyAA and Pirate Mike talk about the mixed bag of nuts that is the recovery community. You can reach us at our email address sobersojournspodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @oyveyaa and @s…

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Mini Series 12 - Addiction Q&A - 7 2:42

3h ago2:42

2:42

Q: Why does addiction have such a powerful ripple effect on the family? A: It turns out that the whole family becomes sick as a consequence of alcoholism or drug addiction striking any one individual in the family. Family members carry shame and guilt over their loved one’s disorder. At first, they deny the problem exists. Then they try to control …

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Journey 06 - Session 61 - Aug 28 2024 58:43

6d ago58:43

58:43

Continuing Chapter 7 - Working With Others page 90 paragraph 2: "If there is any indication that he wants to stop..." through page 92 paragraph 0: "He will match your mental inconsistencies with some of his own."By David G, David G, and friends

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It's Not a Geographical Cure if It's Wanderlust 30:52

5h ago30:52

30:52

Putting down roots is overrated. OyveyAA and Pirate Mike talk about the ongoing journey, The Wanderlust, When is it time to go, And the Big Books and other stuff that we leave in our wake. You can reach us at our email address sobersojournspodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @oyveyaa and @suchasally. We would love to hear from you!…

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Mini Series 12 - Addiction Q&A - 6 2:30

5h ago2:30

2:30

Q: Do interventions work? A: Yes and no. Interventions come in two categories: professional and family led. Even interventions conducted by professional interventionists may fail if the subject of the intervention refuses to “get on the plane”. Often this happens because the family has somehow failed in organising its own part, or the intervention …

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Journey 06 - Session 60 - Aug 21 2024 57:13

14d ago57:13

57:13

Beginning Chapter 7 - Working With Others page 89 through page 90 paragraph 0: "...realizing they are dealing with a sick person."By David G, David G, and friends

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Touring the U.S. of A.A. Ft. John Barleycorn 1:27:01

15d ago1:27:01

1:27:01

OyveyAA and Pirate Mike take a spiritual road trip for an AAmerican experience with Mr. John Barleycorn. You can reach us at our email address sobersojournspodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @oyveyaa and @suchasally. We would love to hear from you!By sobersojournspodcast

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Mini Series 12 - Addiction Q&A - 5 2:22

11d ago2:22

2:22

Q: Will an addict get the help he needs from a psychiatrist? A: It depends. There are two main factors involved. One is the fact that addicts will often lie to the psychiatrist if the addict is there for reasons other than having an honest desire to get clean. The active addict is an expert liar and has (he thinks) fooled everyone so far, and now h…

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Journey 06 - Session 59 - Aug 14 2024 57:23

11d ago57:23

57:23

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 86 paragraph 3: "In thinking about our day we may face indecision." through the end of the chapter on page 88.By David G, David G, and friends

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More About... Tel Aviv 1:08:07

22d ago1:08:07

1:08:07

The deranged love child of Ibiza and San Francisco finally got its own episode - Join OyveyAA and Pirate Mike on a trek to the Middle Eastern capital of Tel Aviv. You can reach us at our email address sobersojournspodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @oyveyaa and @suchasally. We would love to hear from you!…

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Mini Series 12 - Addiction Q&A - 4 2:27

12d ago2:27

2:27

Q: How knowledgeable are physicians about alcoholism and drug addiction? A: On average, not very. The fact is that fewer than 25% of physicians are given any course work in medical school on alcoholism and addiction. Recognition of this failure in light of the overdose crisis in the US which has now claimed over 108,000 lives in 2023 led to the Med…

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Journey 06 - Session 58 - Aug 07 2024 55:23

18d ago55:23

55:23

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 86 paragraph 1: "When we retire at night, we constructively review our day." through paragraph 2: "... when our thinking is cleared of wrong motives."By David G, David G, and friends

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A Good Cup of Joe (Barton) 1:02:44

30d ago1:02:44

1:02:44

OyveyAA and Pirate Mike sit down with Joe Barton to talk about Everything but Ireland. Stick Around to Find out which LOTR character should be your sponsor ! You can reach us at our email address sobersojournspodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @oyveyaa and @suchasally. We would love to hear from you!By sobersojournspodcast

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Mini Series 12 - Addiction Q&A - 3 2:21

11d ago2:21

2:21

Q: Why do some people hate AA? A: It mostly comes down to the idea of a “higher power”, frequently expressed as “God, as we understand him”. The co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill Wilson, was closely related to a Christian evangelical group during the 1930’s known as the “Oxford Group”. From their teachings stemmed the idea of a “higher power…

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Journey 06 - Session 57 - Jul 31 2024 56:06

25d ago56:06

56:06

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 85 paragraph 1: “It is easy to let up on the spiritual program of action and rest on our laurels.” through page 86 paragraph 0: "Yet, we believe we can make some definite and valuable suggestions."By David G, David G, and friends

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More About... Los Angeles 53:12

1M ago53:12

53:12

There are all sorts of stories about the City of Angels. This is just one of them. OyveyAA and Pirate Mike talk about "Magic. And Hollywood. And Wonderland." You can reach us at our email address sobersojournspodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @oyveyaa and @suchasally. We would love to hear from you!By sobersojournspodcast

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Mini Series 12 - Addiction Q&A - 2 2:28

20d ago2:28

2:28

Q: How important is AA? A: Alcoholics Anonymous is the world’s largest support group with 115,000 chapters worldwide and an estimated membership of over two million. Moreover, it is endorsed by the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) as an accepted evidence-based behavioural therapy. It carries much weight among many practitioners and treatment…

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Journey 06 - Session 56 - Jul 24 2024 57:40

1M ago57:40

57:40

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 84 paragraph 3: “And we have ceased fighting anything or anyone - even alcohol.”By David G, David G, and friends

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A.A. Expats ft. @fuckingsober 1:07:31

1M ago1:07:31

1:07:31

In our season 2 opener, OyveyAA and Pirate Mike are joined by our friend Max of @fuckingsober. He lives in Europe. You can reach us at our email address sobersojournspodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @oyveyaa and @suchasally. We would love to hear from you!By sobersojournspodcast

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Mini Series 12 - Addiction Q&A - 1 2:15

2M ago2:15

2:15

Q: Is Alcoholics Anonymous, aka AA, a proven recovery method? A: The scientific evidence, based on research conducted by the Recovery Research Institute at Massachusetts General Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School, emphatically proves that it is a cost-effective, evidence-based treatment that stands the test of time. AA is made effecti…

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Journey 06 - Session 55 - Jul 17 2024 57:36

2M ago57:36

57:36

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 84 paragraph 1: "are these extravagant promises?” through paragraph 2: “Love and tolerance of others is our code.”By David G, David G, and friends

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Season 2 Announcement 0:59

2M ago0:59

0:59

This just in! Stop the presses! This is not a drill! Season 2 is arriving soon. You can reach us at our email address sobersojournspodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @oyveyaa and @suchasally. We would love to hear from you!By sobersojournspodcast

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Mini Series 11 - The Four Agreements 5:09

1M ago5:09

5:09

In this podcast, we discuss the Four Agreements, a Buddhist-inspired way of thinking that can readily apply to anyone who aspires to live a spiritual life, free of the self-imposed burdens of addiction or alcoholism. We discuss the Four Agreements as follows: The First agreement: Be impeccable with your words. Second agreement: Don’t take anything …

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Journey 06 - Session 54 - Jul 10 2024 1:03:33

1M ago1:03:33

1:03:33

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 83 paragraph 4: "If we are painstaking about this phase of our development..."By David G, David G, and friends

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Mini Series 11 - Toxic Shame 5:42

1M ago5:42

5:42

In this podcast, we discuss the power of toxic shame and its effect on the children in the family, including an addict or alcoholic. We learn that: Shame is known as a master emotion, overpowering ordinary, healthy feelings such as sadness or joy. Toxic shame is a debilitating feeling of worthlessness and self-loathing that can last a lifetime. The…

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Journey 06 - Session 53 - Jul 03 2024 58:22

2M ago58:22

58:22

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 83 paragraph 1: "Yes, there is a long period of reconstruction ahead." through paragraph 3: "... we don't crawl before anyone."By David G, David G, and friends

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Mini Series 11 - The Power of Now 4:14

2M ago4:14

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In this podcast, we discuss the power of living in the now, of living in the moment as a means of attaining peace of mind for anyone living with the stress of an addict or alcoholic in the family. We discuss the following: Think about this day as the most important day of your life. Realise that a wandering mind is essentially an unhappy mind. Anci…

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Journey 06 - Session 52 - Jun 26 2024 55:13

2M ago55:13

55:13

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 81 (paragraph 1: "Whatever the situation, we usually have to do something about it.") through page (82 paragraph 3: "Ain't it grand the wind stopped blowin?")By David G, David G, and friends

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Mini Series 11 - The Ripple Effect of Addiction 4:08

2M ago4:08

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In this podcast, we discuss the ripple effect of addiction on the family. We discuss the following: Hitting bottom is a family affair. Everything is not just fine. Addiction is not a choice. Detachment and inaction are two different things.By SafeHouse Rehab Thailand

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Journey 06 - Session 51 - Jun 19 2024 56:38

3M ago56:38

56:38

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 78 (paragraph 3: "Perhaps we have committed a criminal offense...") through page 81 (paragraph 0: "... courageous girl who has litterally gone through hell for him.")By David G, David G, and friends

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Mini Series 11 - Shame & Social Disapproval 4:00

2M ago4:00

4:00

In this podcast, we continue to explode the myths surrounding addiction. Example myths include: The shame and social disapproval associated with addiction. Stereotypes that perpetuate the myth. Addiction only happens to certain kinds of people. Addiction is a choice. Kids should just say NO.By SafeHouse Rehab Thailand

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Journey 06 - Session 50 - Jun 12 2024 57:56

3M ago57:56

57:56

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 76 (paragraph 4: "Probably there are still some misgivings.") through page 78 (paragraph 2: "... if we are afraid to face them.")By David G, David G, and friends

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Mini Series 11 - A Quick Q&A on Addiction Myths 4:08

2M ago4:08

4:08

In this podcast, we do a quick Q&A on the myths of addiction and address other questions posed by our readers and listeners. These questions revolve around: The myth that addiction is a question of moral character. Why some people refuse to get help. Whether treatment works. Why people think that AA is a cult.…

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Journey 06 - Session 49 - Jun 05 2024 1:00:04

3M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 75 (paragraph 2: “Returning home we find a place…”) through page 76 (paragraph 3: "... we would go to any lengths for victory over alcohol.")By David G, David G, and friends

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Mini Series 11 - A Story About Tim 7:29

3M ago7:29

7:29

This podcast, is a story about a man named Tim and it demonstrates the power of perseverance. We learn that: Tim overcame a suicide attempt on the eve of his admission of powerlessness over his addiction. He saw his Stage 4 cancer lifted by the miracle of modern medicine, and his own determination to heal. Although he was high school dropout, he we…

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Journey 06 - Session 48 - May 29 2024 55:11

3M ago55:11

55:11

Continuing Chapter 6 - Into Action page 73 (paragraph 4: "We must be entirely honest with somebody…") through page 75 (paragraph 2: “… walking hand in hand with the Spirit of the Universe.”)By David G, David G, and friends

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Mini Series 11 - Incurable, Progressive, Fatal 8:40

3M ago8:40

8:40

In this podcast, we discuss the deadly consequences of addiction and alcoholism: We learn that: Alcoholism and addiction are incurable and progressive, and often fatal if ignored. There is a serious undercounting of the societal costs in life and injury due to alcoholism, while there is better data on drug abuse effects. It is rare that an alcoholi…

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Journey 06 - Session 47 - May 22 2024 1:01:08

4M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

Beginning Chapter 6 - Into Action page 72 through page 73 (paragraph 3: "...and their chance for recovery!"By David G, David G, and friends

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Mini Series 11 - Not Reacting The Same Old Way 6:03

4M ago6:03

6:03

In this podcast, we discuss new ways of thinking and behavior that help with moving the alcoholic/addict toward treatment. We learn that: Family members need to unlearn their conditioned way of reacting to their beloved alcoholic or addict. The new way asks the family member to take a softer approach which will disarm the conflict. The approach is …

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Journey 06 - Session 46 - May 15 2024 56:13

4M ago56:13

56:13

Continuing Chapter 5 - How It Works page 69 (paragraph 4: "God alone can judge our sex situation.") through the end of page 71 which ends the chapter.By David G, David G, and friends

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Mini Series 10 - Wherever You Go, There You Are 6:59

4M ago6:59

6:59

In this podcast, we discuss the impossibility of escaping the here and now. We learn that: 1. It’s common for people to be constantly thinking about something other than the reality of the present. 2. There is a huge difference between planning for the future and living there. 3. There is ultimately much joy in living in the moment regardless of a …

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Journey 06 - Session 45 - May 08 2024 57:33

4M ago57:33

57:33

Continuing Chapter 5 - How It Works page 68 (paragraph 3: "Now about sex.") through page 69 (paragraph 3: "The right answer will come, if we want it.")By David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others

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Mini Series 10 - Don't Believe Everything You Think 5:33

4M ago5:33

5:33

In this podcast, we examine why the truth is so elusive for family members of alcoholics and addicts. We discuss how people who have an addict or alcoholic in the family: 1. Deny the very existence of the disease. 2. Become too ashamed to admit the truth to themselves. 3. Ultimately need to confront the truth in order to heal.…

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Journey 06 - Session 44 - May 01 2024 52:39

4M ago52:39

52:39

Continuing Chapter 5 - How It Works page 68 (paragraph 1: "We reviewed our fears thoroughly." through paragraph 2: "At once, we commence to outgrow fear.")By David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others

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The (Season 1) Finale: Drifting With Morbid Reflection 1:15:16

4M ago1:15:16

1:15:16

In our season finale, OyveyAA and Pirate Mike are joined by their friend (and first guest!) Morbid Reflection. Thank you for listening to the first season of this voyage! You can reach us at our email address sobersojournspodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @oyveyaa and @suchasally. We would love to hear from you!…

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Mini Series 10 - The Hidden Ally 4:48

4M ago4:48

4:48

You’ve probably heard the term “enabler”. It’s one that’s often charged with judgment and stigma. That’s because one feels accused of aiding and abetting addictive behaviour and it doesn’t feel at all fair because you do what you do out of love. More than a role, enabling is a dynamic that arises in specific scenarios. People who engage in enabling…

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Journey 06 - Session 43 - Apr 24 2024 58:46

4M ago58:46

58:46

Continuing Chapter 5 - How It Works page 66 (paragraph 3: "We turned back to the list...") through page 68 (paragraph 0: "It seems to cause more trouble.")By David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others

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More About... Hummus 25:16

4M ago25:16

25:16

Hoo-moos? HOOM-uhs? KHOO-moos? OyVeyAA sets the record straight. Spoilers: it is NOT pronounced HUHM-uhs, and it is NOT a dip. You can reach us at our email address sobersojournspodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @oyveyaa and @suchasally. We would love to hear from you!By sobersojournspodcast

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Mini Series 10 - What We Do For Love 4:57

4M ago4:57

4:57

Love has this wonderful ripple effect, emanating its warmth and power from you to your family and well beyond, and it seems miraculous in its infinite ability to heal. Think for a moment about unconditional love: loving someone regardless of what they look like, what they do for a living, how much money they have, or whether or not they are doing w…

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Journey 06 - Session 42 - Apr 17 2024 55:34

5M ago55:34

55:34

Continuing Chapter 5 - How It Works page 65 (paragraph 2: "We were usually as definite as this example:” through page 66 (paragraph 2: "... but for alcoholics, these things are poison.")By David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others

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