Best Alcoholic Ominous Podcasts (2024)

Our loved ones, Shame and guilt, anger and cruelty. Emotional damage, Chapter 8, thumping books, gardening, Lois and Bill. Time and effort.By Alcoholic Ominous

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34: Everyday’s the Same – Why do alcoholics keep making the same mistakes? 37:08

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Why don’t we change? Digestive biscuits, Yorkshire Tea, procrastination, failure to launch, wives, gay people and straight people. Miss L was a right bitch! Alcoholic Ominous is the Radiohead of the podcast world.By Alcoholic Ominous

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33: Fooked Up – Why alcoholics? Just… why? 36:15

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It’s Easter, and we’re messing up again. Banging, Laser Quest, 37 minutes, bad language, mums and dads, taking it up the bum, Ric Flair, Jesus, feminism and… just something. Simon returns to form. Alcoholism for idiots! God bless recovery.By Alcoholic Ominous

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32: Low – What are your alcohol recovery tactics? 29:16

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The day when I got a new theme tune. People in recovery giving me a lift. Having no biscuits, the lonely disease of alcoholism, Serotonin, the perfect moment that failed… and a big thank you to Carl, Steve and Ellen (Ellen’s probably my fav). Nirvana… This is a low.By Alcoholic Ominous

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31: Contact – How do we approach other alcoholics? 38:05

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The Pancake Day Special. It helps us to help others, but how do we make contact with those that need us most? God, charity and the Irish. Bourbon biscuits and Yorkshire Tea. Sitting on the toilet and hiding from your kids. Introducing your parents. Everything has changed. Alcoholics Anonymous – America’s greatest export.…

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30: Other Alcoholics – What is the point in helping other alcoholics? 37:04

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A nice introduction to AA Step 12, bloody cyclists (again), giving it away to keep it, how to write a good theme tune and working with Theresa May. A nice walk in the countryside, best friends, evil Lance Armstrong, ruining a weekend and being a coward. Alcoholism for the deeply flawed.By Alcoholic Ominous

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29: Better Men – Do alcoholics really need prayer and meditation? 37:00

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Tantric sex, Australians, pregnancy scares, witches, bed wetting and the dogs of Facebook. Why alcoholics need to be at one with the universe. Free your minds.By Alcoholic Ominous

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28: Pity Party – How does the alcoholic ‘party?’ 36:53

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Self-pity, malted milk biscuits and cigarettes. Dreams of sex, drugs and alcohol – and how we have used Alcoholics Anonymous to clean our souls. Stay safe and sober with Simon (and his violent daughter)By Alcoholic Ominous

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27: Last Drunk – Why does one alcoholic drink lead to a drunk? 36:02

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Disco biscuits, the world’s best weed and making amends with fig rolls. Why we remember the last drunk, not the last drink. Theresa May, window cleaners, Chinese takeaways and the tooth fairy. Alcoholism for idiots.By Alcoholic Ominous

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26: Bloody List – Does a bloody list help alcoholics? 35:33

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This is business time! A new theme tune, a good grope of Step 8, beginning the process of making amends, Little Miss Promotion Prospect, dull PowerPoints and so much more. This is the podcast that seriously means business.By Alcoholic Ominous

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25: New Years – What will alcoholics do in 2019 to maintain sobriety? 35:05

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The episode of looking forward. Dumping all of your s**t , difficult festive periods, Sylvanian Families and a serious look at Step 7. Getting things back on track.By Alcoholic Ominous

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24: Made of Stone – What is the Alcoholics Anonymous ‘Arch to Freedom?’ 37:02

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The episode where we are strong. Metrosexuals, double dates, YouTube ads, Jesus and the need for big fat thick cement. Follow the Alcoholic Ominous through the Triumphant Arch… or drink for oblivion.By Alcoholic Ominous

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23: Humble Pie – Do alcoholics need humility in their sobriety? 37:05

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Being humble, having humility and avoiding humiliation. This is the episode that realises that it is not that important. Tyson Fury, pink stuff and staying late at parties. The kids will love this.By Alcoholic Ominous

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22: Slippin’ Jimmy – What can alcoholics do after a relapse? 37:10

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The episode with some seriously good advice for serial slippers. Being honest about your triggers, using your support system, taking the road less travelled, filling some really massive shoes and doing a good turn. This is a good one. Fact!By Alcoholic Ominous

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21: Sex – Can recovering alcoholics still have exciting sex in sobriety? 37:11

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The awkward sex episode. Sex with Turkish barbers, inappropriate women, Tyson Fury and sex apps. Page 69 of the big book never looked so desirable. Enjoy your God-given sex powers whilst listening to episode 21 of Mexico’s favourite sober podcast.By Alcoholic Ominous

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20: Misery Guts – Why do alcoholics need sponsorship to stay sober? 37:00

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A beautiful alcoholic woman called ‘C’, the common cold, sitting on big leather furniture and writing lists. This is the podcast that needs guidance from others who know stuff. Simon has the snuffles and bravely tackles this very important podcast.By Alcoholic Ominous

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19: Dirty Pig – How do alcoholics clean house and get God? 37:11

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Drunken Mexicans, cats that scratch, crazy bitches in meetings, Dr Bob and Jesus Christ. It’s all here in Episode 19 of the podcast that is not worthy of ‘New and Noteworthy’. Get clean and sober with Simon.By Alcoholic Ominous

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18: Selfish Gene – Are alcoholics running on self-will with their alcoholism? 37:34

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Wild, selfish and self-centred alcoholics. An introduction to ‘2-Pints’, helping the elderly, Don Johnson, Peter Pan, lost boys, Greater Manchester drivers and guns. Sober up with Simon and page 69 of The Big Book.By Alcoholic Ominous

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17: Growing Up – Why do alcoholics need to grow along spiritual lines? 37:53

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Spiritual progress and the alcoholic. High-risk disco moves, traditional British tea, Come on Eileen, enforced unwritten rules, multi-tasking, driving home sober and doing The Hustle. Grow up spiritually with Simon, or take your business elsewhere.By Alcoholic Ominous

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16: Steps - What are the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous? 37:37

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A short introduction to the 12 Steps. Spanish cat-bites, the destruction of The Beatles, LinkedIn and networking for success. Call all of your alcoholic friends and party listening to these fresh beats.By Alcoholic Ominous

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15: Happy - Can alcoholics achieve happiness? 37:20

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Can alcoholics be happy? The truth about Guy Fawkes and his alcoholism. The Royal Family of Great Britain, the Roman Catholic Church, flip-flops, and Tony Robins. This is iTunes favourite health podcast, fact!By Alcoholic Ominous

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14: Back to Black - What is the dark side of alcoholism? 37:15

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The dark place... a place the alcoholic knows well. Teenage drunken parties, being told off by angry women at parties, fake plays and the limbic system. Probably not the best Alcoholic Ominous podcast, but it's been a bit hectic lately.By Alcoholic Ominous

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13: God - Do alcoholics need a God of their understanding? 37:34

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This is the difficult God episode. British Values, President Trump, Sweden and Second Life. The episode that could save the world. Alcoholics everywhere will love it.By Alcoholic Ominous

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12: Hopeless - Is the alcoholic a lost cause? 37:25

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The hopeless alcoholic - one shot at life. Frogs, nut allergies, Russia and Fred. Laugh and cry along to the 8th best alcoholism podcast on the planet. Much Love.By Alcoholic Ominous

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11: Driving Miss Crazy - What is alcoholic insanity? 37:15

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Simon discusses the insanity of the first drink, The Empire Strikes Back, and through his 'resentment' agenda item we are introduced to Clare (who was clearly an evil bitch). Alcoholism has never sounded this good.By Alcoholic Ominous

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10: The Fear - What are alcoholics fearful of? 37:45

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Understanding alcoholism and fear. Hiding from the fear and facing up to fear. Cape Fear, atheists, microwave meals and neighbours who like banging. Episode 10 has something for everyone.By Alcoholic Ominous

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9: Breaking Up - How do alcoholics end the relationship with alcohol? 37:52

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Let’s talk about the break-up. Does it hurt to end the relationship with alcohol and finally stop drinking? Also… The Jitters, the glitter ban, Pringles tubes, Lady Gaga and an informative review of all other ‘alcoholic recovery’ podcasts.By Alcoholic Ominous

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8: Give Me More - Why doesn't the alcoholic get enough? 37:51

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Alcoholism... The disease of more. Dead friends, meetings with mediums, fish fingers, violence, stupidity and the late, great George Best.By Alcoholic Ominous

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7: Loving the Psychopath - Is alcohol a psycho? 37:52

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Alcoholism is a love affair with a psychopath (apparently). Simon takes a swipe at alcohol charities who are investing money in fish fingers, and we dive into "There is a Solution".By Alcoholic Ominous

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6: Control - Can alcoholics control or moderate their drinking? 37:20

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Simon explains exactly why the alcoholic is ‘out of control’ and describes the futile efforts of alcoholics to moderate their drinking. Simon Cowell is dealt a significant bitchslap!By Alcoholic Ominous

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5: Lost - Why is the alcoholic disoriented? 37:39

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Understanding why the alcoholic is 'lost' and attempting to establish if there was a 'point of no return'. A slap in the face for school mums and a big salute to women in recovery.By Alcoholic Ominous

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4: Upstairs - What is going on inside the mind of the alcoholic? 37:34

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Getting deep inside the mind of the still suffering alcoholic, Simon asks the question 'what's going on upstairs?'By Alcoholic Ominous

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3: The Mask - Does the alcoholic wear a disguise? 37:15

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Simon looks at the 'mask' of the alcoholic (who still suffers) and lashes out at TV magazine show "Alcohol Experts" who are killing alcoholics with bad advice.By Alcoholic Ominous

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2: Bins - Are alcoholics recycling? 37:36

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Simon's second week of sobriety brings back horrible memories of disposing of bottles and workplace disagreements.By Alcoholic Ominous

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1: Pilot - The very first Alcoholic Ominous podcast 37:49

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The Alcoholic Ominous Podcast. In this first episode, Simon reflects on his first week of new found sobriety after 'the year from hell'.By Alcoholic Ominous

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