The Recovery Radio Podcast - KMP3 - Long-Term Sobriety in A.A.
Recovery Radio - KMP3
Recovery Radio - KMP3
The Recovery Radio Podcast - KMP3 - Long-Term Sobriety in A.A.
Recovery Radio - KMP3
Recovery Radio - KMP3

About

I share my experience, strength and hope with you regarding my own recovery from alcoholism through the 12 Steps in Alcoholics Anonymous. By the grace of God I've remained sober since I was 18 years old (1989). I started drinking and using drugs very young. I got sober during a time when there were not a lot of young people in AA. Moreover, I was homeless. I got sober in the very same location I drank. I'm passionate about recovery, and about sharing my incredible experience with others in every way I can. I am sincerely happy, joyous, and free. 

Episodes

  • Episode #1 - "Early Recovery"
    This episode goes through the personal experience of what it was like to first show up in Alcoholics Anonymous, at the age of 18. Homeless, penniless, and out of ideas, the 12 Steps were the only option left. The host has remained sober since 1989. 
  • Episode #2 - "Early Recovery - Part II"
    This episode continues with the personal experience of what it was like to first show up in Alcoholics Anonymous, at the age of 18. Homeless, penniless, and out of ideas, the 12 Steps were the only option left. The host has remained sober since 1989. 
  • Episode #3 - "The Obsession Returns"
    At one year of sobriety, the obsession to drink returned, and remained for the next year and a half. Some people in A.A. told me to go drink again, that I was not "done drinking" and/or I had not really done the First Step. By the grace of God, I did not drink again, and was eventually led to a man who carried the message of Alcoholics Anonymous to me in a way that changed my life. 
  • Episode #4 - "My Guest is Dave - Part 1"
    Today, my guest is a close friend of mine in Alcoholics Anonymous named Dave.He talks about prayer, the "Big Book", A.A. meetings, the Third Step, and that time he was tazed by police officers right in front of his horrified neighbors. After trying to get sober for twenty years, Dave received the same message I received, and it completely changed his life. 
  • Episode #5 - "The Problem & The Plot"
    In this episode I discuss my understanding of what alcoholism is, and is not, according to the first 164 pages of the "Big Book"; a clear understanding of the "problem" made the application of the "solution" much, much easier. 
  • Episode #6 - "A.A. Meetings"
    In this episode I discuss how my relationship with AA meetings has evolved. I talk about practicing listening, getting out of self, the 12 Traditions, giving verses taking, the loving and tolerant nature of Alcoholics Anonymous, how easy it is to play God in a meeting, and finally, about how whatever I'm looking for, I will find it in a meeting.
  • Episode #7 - "When a Person Offends Us"
    The Big Book suggests that I do very specific things when someone pisses me off. So I do not simply pray for that person. Rather, I ask God how I can be helpful to them, and then I take action if possible (it usually is). In this episode, I share about how the practice of these very suggestions has had a tremendous impact on my entire life, on my relationships, and on how I respond to this world. 
  • Episode #8 - "The Fellowship You Crave"
    The "Big Book" tells us that God will show us how to create the fellowship we crave. In this episode, I discuss my journey through the process which eventually put me right in the middle of a group of people with whom I feel comfortable, elated, and inspired. Do you have the fellowship you crave? 
  • Episode #9 - "Gratitude"
    In this episode, I talk about gratitude, about why it is important. I discuss some events, aside from the incredible gift of my sobriety, that, I believe, continue to keep me in a state of gratitude (my own flat-lining; the suicide of my best friend; September 11th, 2001).  "I've never met anyone who relapsed because they were grateful." 
  • Episode #10 - "My Guest is LaDawn - Part 1"
    A very close friend of mine shares her experience, strength, and hope.She started sponsoring other women when she had 33 days, and has remained sober for over two and a half years. She talks about, among other things, how she picked her sponsor, the 12 Steps, the amends process, keeping spiritually fit, being a stay-at-home-mom, flatulence, Taylor Swift, and Del Taco, and prayer. Not in that order. 
  • Episode #11 - "Amends"
    In this episode I talk about my understanding of the point of making amends.I discuss the difference between an apology and an amends. I share stories about both giving and receiving them. 
  • Episode #12 - "Does Anyone Take the Steps?"
    In this episode I discuss my general experience with sponsoring people in Alcoholics Anonymous. How many people who ask me for help actually accept my help? Do we need to be called out on our B.S.?  Is there still B.S.? 
  • Episode #13 - "My Spiritual Experience"
    In this episode I describe the powerful spiritual experience I had in 1989.Up until that moment I had been an atheist. Yet the event gave me strength I have never completely lost. 
  • Episode #14 - "My Guest is LaDawn - Part 2"
    My friend LaDawn returns for part two. In this episode, I ask her about contrary action, prayer, spiritual growth, and vulnerability. (Other topics included: "The Whole Thirty", Star Wars, and tortilla strips verses tortilla rounds.)  
  • Episode #15 - "Step Three"
    In this episode, I read Step Three from the "Big Book." I discuss, as I go, my own understanding of it. When this particular understanding was first passed onto me, it greatly improved the quality of my sobriety and the experience I was having with the 12 Steps, and everything else.  
  • Episode #16 - "Health Scare; A.A. is an All Terrain Vehicle"
    Two weeks before I recorded this episode, I suffered from a stroke. Gratefully, it was minor, and I am expected to make a full recovery. In this episode, I check in with all of you, and talk a little bit about the last two weeks of my life. 
  • Episode #17 - "The Story of my First Sober Holiday/Happy Halloween"
    On this episode, I describe the events of my first sober holiday (Halloween, 1989). These events were profound for me, as I began to learn that my experience in sobriety was going to be. ultimately, up to me. I discuss the idea of assigning new meaning to things. 
  • Episode #18 - "Resentments, Part One"
    In this episode, I discuss resentments, what the "Big Book" says about them ("they destroy more alcoholics than anything else"; "these resentments must be mastered", e.g.). 
  • Episode #19 - "Resentments, Part Two"
    In this episode I talk more about resentments, my understanding as to the difference between resentment and getting angry. I further discuss my own understanding of the Step Four process, concerning resentments. 
  • Episode #20 - "Restored to Sanity"
    I hope this offers hope to anyone struggling with the obsession. In this episode, I read from pages 84-85 in the Big Book, where it describes being restored to sanity (this relates to the first drink).  It is my favorite thing in the book, as it is all I ever wanted, and is my experience on this day. 
  • Episode #21 - "Step One"
    In this episode, I discuss my own understanding of, and experience with, Step One. The simplicity of how this step was explained to me likely saved my life, as I needed this to be very uncomplicated. 
  • Episode #22 - "How Can I Make It a Happier Thanksgiving for Those Around Me?"
    How can I make it a happier Thanksgiving for the people around me? An attitude of, "What can I add to this occasion?" helps eliminate anxiety. What would a person who knows their life has been saved act like today? 
  • Episode #23 - "My Guest is Dave - Part 2/Step Two"
    In this episode, my good friend Dave joins me yet again, and we mostly talk about Step Two. Recorded the day after Thanksgiving, we touch on that subject as well. 
  • Episode #24 - "Practicing These Principles in the Workplace"
    In this episode I discuss my experience with practicing the A.A. principles in the workplace. I share stories, old and new, and describe my varying states of mind throughout different stages of sobriety.   
  • Episode #25 - "Practicing These Principles at Home"
    In this episode I talk about practicing the A.A. principles at home.What does it look like?What should we strive for?Greeting fear with love."Clocking In" when you get home! 
  • Episode #26 - "More on Practicing These Principles At Home"
    In this episode I talk a little more about some ways I think about practicing the A.A. principles in my home. Also...the shows that I watch? I've noticed that they have a big impact on how I think and how I behave. 
  • Episode #27 - "What is Spiritually Fit?"
    In this episode I describe some very basic things I watch for that determine the general state of my spiritual condition. My spiritual condition, according to the Big Book, is of utmost importance, as it relates to my daily ability to remain sober.
  • Episode #28 - "We Are Not a Glum Lot"
    The Big Book says that cheerfulness and laughter are useful. In this episode I discuss this. 
  • Episode #29 - "Expressing Love"
    In this episode I talk about expressing love, and how doing this is directly related to recovery. I discuss my best friend's suicide, how that tragedy caused me to become more expressive and open. Tomorrow is not promised. Don't you know people who would love to hear that you love them? 
  • Episode #30 - "Unselfish Constructive Action"
    In this episode I talk about some of the things I do that keep me on a course of vigorous action. 
  • Episode #31 - "Steps Six & Seven"
    In this episode I talk about my understanding and experience concerning Steps 6 and 7. 
  • Episode #32 - "Sponsoring: How I Know When I'm Doing It Wrong"
    In this episode, I talk about the simple things I look for that let me know my approach in trying to help other alcoholics needs to change.  Also:    The difference between explaining it and living it.    Playing God as a sponsor.
  • Episode #33 - "We Had To Quit Playing God"
    (THANK YOU FOR 10,000 LISTENS! I'M SO GRATEFUL TO YOU FANS)In episode I talk about not playing God. Playing God keeps God out of my life.It is not loving to control people.When I am uncomfortable, I'm usually playing God - it's that simple. 
  • Episode #34 - "More on Not Playing God"
    (Thank you for over 10,000 listens!)In this episode, I share more specific examples of what playing God looks like in my life. Also...I introduce a brand new segment into the show relating to the Sarcastic Daily Meditations book. 
  • Episode #35 - "Do You Feel Obligated to Act Like You Never Get Angry?"
    In this episode I talk about the difference between anger and resentment. The Big Book uses "resentment" and "anger"  interchangeably, because Bill W. did not like to repeat words - but that does not mean that they are the same thing.   Allowing myself to feel it when I'm mad is a big reason that I usually feel peace now. 
  • Episode #36 - "Not Stuck Being In Self All the Time"
    In this episode I talk about how my understanding of "The Big Book" has allowed me to enjoy things more and more and more. The more I'm guided by principles, the less the circumstances matter. Also....another "Sarcastic Daily Meditation." 
  • Episode #37 - "Does Your Sponsor Run Your Life?"
    My sponsor told me right away that I should not to put him on a pedestal of any kind, that my real reliance should be on a Higher Power. And I am more and more grateful for that message as times passes. In early sobriety I spent hundreds of hours with my sponsor, but that changed over time as I turned more and more to a Higher Power. 
  • Episode #38 - "My Guest is Jim"
    In this episode, I talk to another one of my closest friends in recovery.When I had first met him he was trembling badly, and was in danger of dying due to alcohol poisoning. Today, Jim has been sober for more than 7 years, and he is happy, joyous, and free.Topics: Relocating/relocation (he moved to the other side of the country when he was five years sober, and got heavily involved with A.A. in his new community right away; the 12 Steps; sarcastic humor; gratitude. 
  • Episode #39 - "It Works...It Really Does."
    You can't finish the steps. They are a way of life. In this episode I talk about my belief that the Twelve Steps always work.
  • Episode #40 - "Is This Time Granted or Imposed?"
    How are you deciding to look at these current events?
  • Episode #41 - "Demonstrate His Omnipotence"
    "...But if trouble comes, cheerfully capitalize it as an opportunity to demonstrate His omnipotence."                               - Page 133, Alcoholics Anonymous
  • Episode #42 - "God is Bigger than Everything Going On/Revisiting Early Sobriety"
    In this episode I read from the journal I started keeping when I was just weeks into my sobriety, and talk about the perspective I had then and now, having stayed sober through so much personal and worldly turmoil, by the grace of God. 
  • Episode #43 - "Rigorous Honesty"
    I talk about my experience with grasping and developing a way of life that demands that I be rigorously honest with myself. Also:Justification for selfish behavior.Step Eleven. Honesty with myself and honest with others.
  • Episode #44 - "Do You Tell Yourself that You Have Nothing to Contribute?"
    In this episode I talk about how I doubted myself for years, and learned that this was yet another form of self-centeredness. 
  • Episode #45 - "Step Ten"
    In this episode I discuss my understanding of Step Ten.I describe both my simple understanding and the more detailed view.
  • Episode #46 - "Keep It Simple"
    In this episode I talk about how simple I have learned to keep things regarding my program of recovery; why my head is usually quiet; trust God, clean house, work with others.
  • Episode #47 - "Am I Giving or Am I Taking?"
    In this episode I talk about the simple concept of giving verses taking, and my own belief that there is a very direct and important connection to sobriety and recovery.I also talk about ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics), as many people I know have benefited greatly from it.  
  • Episode #48 - "The 11th Step Prayer"
    In this episode I talk about the Eleventh Step prayer, and how it covers everything I encounter on any given day. 
  • Episode #49 - "Simple Third Step Tool"
    In this episode I describe a very simple visual tool I use to help me live in the Third Step as frequently as possible throughout each day. 
  • Episode #50 - "Casual Friday (A Variety of Topics)"
    Various topics today on this, my first official "Casual Friday." Do the shows I watch impact my recovery? What about the music I listen to?I talk a little about my journey concerning these and other things. 
  • Episode #51 - "Step Eleven"
    In this episode I read all of Step Eleven in the book, Alcoholics Anonymous. I also discuss the chapter, "Working With Others", and lament over the fact that, despite what it says, many people I know wind up being afraid of their sponsors. 
  • Episode #52 - "Fear"
    In this episode I discuss a couple visual tools that have really helped me over the years. 
  • Episode #53 - "Happy, Joyous & Free"
    In this episode I talk about the fact that the "Big Book" describes an incredible experience. I also talk about the phrase "happy, joyous, and free" and look up those words. 
  • Episode #54 - "The Realm of the Spirit is Broad, Roomy"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with overthinking God.I read from the chapter, We Agnostics. "I used to overthink God to the point where I was blocked from God." 
  • Episode #55 - "Reworking the Steps Over and Over Again"
    Do you work the steps over and over again from start to finish?People have asked about this, so in this episode I share my thoughts on the topic. 
  • Episode #56 - "Relapse, Powerlessness (and More)"
    In this episode I talk about relapse, gratitude, and a lot of things over which, once a psychic change has occurred, we are not at all powerless. 
  • Episode #57 - "Being Present"
    In this episode I talk about why being present is so important, how it relates to my being sober today, AA meetings, and a little bit about how it translates into my everyday life outside of AA.
  • Episode #58 - "Our Pick Struck Gold/We Keep It By Giving It Away"
    In this episode I read the passage in "The Big Book" from The Family Afterward, where it talks about the miner whose pick strikes gold. Turns out, it is better than gold, and to keep it, one must give it all away. I also describe the three most common things I've seen in AA. 
  • Episode #59 - "Live and Let Live"
    In this episode, a former control-freak talks about how comfortable life is when one doesn't try to control the lives of others.  Also: Giving and not giving unsolicited advice.         Sponsees.
  • Episode #60 - "Honesty, Open-Mindedness and Willingness"
    Sometimes it seems like sobriety is complicated. In this episode, I discuss what the book "Alcoholics Anonymous" calls the essentials of recovery: honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness. 
  • Episode #61 - "Judgement Verses Discernment"
    In this episode I talk about discernment, and how it plays a major role in why I have a peaceful life today.Discernment is not judgement.Do you let just anyone in your life?Back in the day they'd say, "Stick With The Winners."  Why?
  • Episode #62 - "Much More on Judgement Verses Discernment"
    In this episode I talk more about the subject of judgement verses discernment, as it got a beautiful response from listeners. Our book says we don't crawl before anyone; I share on a more personal level my thoughts about all this. 
  • Episode #63 - "When Trouble Comes..."
    In this episode, I talk about all the troubling times through which I have remained sober. I talk about what I believe some of my obligations are, and I touch upon the fact that spiritual principles cannot be modernized. 
  • Episode #64 - "Dr. Silkworth's 'Slips & Human Nature.'"
    Here I read and discuss something Dr. Silkworth wrote for the A.A. Grapevine in 1947. It contains information central to why I am having an incredible sober experience, and it goes against almost everything I've ever heard. 
  • Episode #65 - "In Remembrance of My Sponsor"
    My sponsor of thirty years passed away this weekend.In this episode, I talk about him. 
  • Episode #66 - "Discussing the Problem is Considered the Solution"
    In this episode I read something called, "The Story of the Problem". (I do not know its author.)  Don't want to say much beyond that. 
  • Episode #67 - "The Delusion That I Know What's Best For Others"
    In this episode I talk about something that is, according to the "Big Book",  common to most human beings - the belief that I know what is best for others. 
  • Episode #68 - "Casual Friday (I Discuss Overcoming Resentments & I Call Some Friends)"
    Another "Casual Friday" episode. This time, I talk about overcoming big resentments, my understanding of how it is outlined in the "Big Book." Plus, on a whim, I call a couple close friends and just put them on the show, as is. 
  • Episode #69 - "Are You Stuck Somewhere in the Step Work?"
    Are you stuck?Are you not taking action you know you should?In this episode, I talk about this...
  • Episode #70 - "We Are Not Doctors"
    In this episode I talk about the fact that having opinions and experiences relating to medicine does not make a person a doctor. Also: therapy/trauma         running the lives of others in A.A.
  • Episode #71 - "The AA Preamble in 1940"
    In this episode I read the 1940 AA Preamble.I find it to be thought-provoking.What are your thoughts about it?
  • Episode #72 - "Levity, Cheerfulness & Laughter"
    In this episode I talk about the value of levity (joking about serious matters).By the time I got sober, I had stopped laughing, and had not laughed for years.Our "Big Book" states that cheerfulness and laughter can be useful.
  • Episode #73 - "What Message Am I Sending in Zoom Meetings?
    Am I paying attention throughout?Does my behavior convey to others that the meeting itself is most important to me? Am I thinking about the experience of the person sharing? Of the newcomer?Am I aware that I am sending a message to others whether I think I am or not?
  • Episode #74 - "How It Works"
    In this episode, I read the beginning of Chapter 5: How It Works from the "Big Book" of Alcoholics Anonymous, and break it down a little bit according to my own understanding. We read this in practically every AA meeting, so much so that it's easy to not really listen to it very carefully. 
  • Episode #75 - "Is There an Area of Your Life That You Won't Surrender?"
    In this episode, I ask the above question in numerous ways.I also bring out the "sleazy public defender" known as my ego.
  • Episode #76 - "Spiritual Arrogance"
    In this episode I talk about "spiritual arrogance", and how easy it can be to act Holier Than Thou. I also discuss the difference between knowledge and application. 
  • Episode #77 - "Upon Awakening..."
    In this episode I read and discuss page 86 in the book, Alcoholics Anonymous. A morning meditation...
  • Episode #78 - "When We Retire at Night..."
    In this episode I read and discuss the suggested nightly meditation in the book, Alcoholics Anonymous. 
  • Episode #79 - "Two Simple Things That Let Me Know I'm Into Self"
    In this episode I talk about two very simple things I look for that will let me know I'm Into self. 
  • Episode #80 - "How Do I Find People to Take Through the Steps?"
    In this episode I talk about the very simple things I learned when I was new that still have me continuously working with others. 
  • Episode #81 - "Playing God in the Fellowship"
    In this episode I talk about how easy it is to play God in the fellowship.
  • Episode #82 - "Peace"
    In this episode I talk about some of the simple reasons that I am experiencing peace of mind today. 
  • Episode #83 - "My Guest is Maureen"
    In this episode I interview Maureen, who has incredible things to share about her experience of going quickly through the "clear cut directions" that are in the Big Book, and the spiritual awakening that ensued.  
  • Episode #84 - "My Guest is Ruchi"
    Today, my guest is Ruchi - another person who was struggling in A.A. for years, did the steps quickly right out of the Big Book, and has had a powerful spiritual awakening. Wait until you hear this......
  • Episode #85 - "My Guest is Sarah"
    In this episode, I interview another woman who recently went through A.A. step work quickly on zoom, with incredible results. 
  • Episode #86 - "Casual Friday (I Discuss Miscellaneous Subjects)"
    In this episode I talk about miscellaneous things. Struggling.Some amends I made this week.Mental prison. Zucchini pizza.
  • Episode #87 - "Taking Responsibility"
    In this episode I talk about the times in my life where I told myself I was stuck. 
  • Episode #88 - "Now is the Time to Apply These Principles"
    In this episode, I discuss how the principles we learn in AA are specifically for times like these. 
  • Episode #89 - "Step Four"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with, and understanding of, Step Four. What is the objective according to the Big Book?How long should it take?Should it make me feel terrible?
  • Episode #90 - "Are There Parts of Life You Still Try to Control?"
    In this episode I talk about Step Three, again, using a few different analogies. Also I discuss how, in early recovery, I was aware of the fact that there were parts of my life I still wanted to control. 
  • Episode #91 - "Positive or Negative Influence"
    In this episode I talk about being either a positive or a negative influence on the people around me.- It take literally no effort to be a negative influence.- Being a positive influence takes effort.Does being a positive or a negative influence on others matter to you? 
  • Episode #92 - "Simple Tools To Practice Getting Out of Self"
    In this episode I describe some very simple tools I use to practice getting out of self. (Worth noting that, for myself, if I'm not willing to practice these things I do an inventory; if I'm unwilling to do that - back to Step Three.)I also talk about 9/11.And Zoom etiquette. 
  • Episode #93 - "A Map We Can't See"
    In the episode I read something from Emmet Fox titled, "The Unicorn."For me, a powerful little reading about the magnificence of not playing God.
  • Episode #94 - "If My Program Doesn't Work at Home, My Program Doesn't Work - Part 1"
    If my program doesn't work at home, my program doesn't work. Today I talk about living a spiritual life at home.Part One. 
  • Episode #95 - "If My Program Doesn't Work at Home, My Program Doesn't Work - Part 2"
    In this episode I talk more about living the principles at home, where it counts the most, in my view. I talk about some of the lessons I've learned that have led me to today. - Communicating clearly about where I'm at
  • Episode #96 - "You Can Decide What You Think About"
    In this episode I talk about the first time I saw a relationship between what I thought and what I felt. More exciting was my discovery that I could, more and more, decide what I would think about. 
  • Episode #97 - "Carrying the Message"
    In this episode I answer a question I received in an e-mail regarding how to deal with a sponsee who wants to do things differently from how they are in the Big Book. Ironically, if you're doing things "out of the book" you do not force the book upon another soul. 
  • Episode #98 - "Do You Feel Obligated To Act Like You Never Get Angry? (Part 2)"
    In this episode I talk more about a subject I discussed in Episode 35, which is how common it is in AA for people to feel like they are doing something wrong if they feel any anger at all. 
  • Episode #99 - "In Case You're Hurting"
    In this episode I just wanted to make an episode that might help anyone who is hurting right now. 
  • Episode #100 - "My Guest is My Wife"
    To celebrate the 100th episode, I invited my wife to join me.This podcast was her idea. She talks about the 12 Steps, ACA, and our relationship with one another and with God. We also talk about communication, and our marriage in general. 
  • Episode #101 - "Tradition One"
    In this episode I discuss Tradition One by reading from The Traditions Checklist, which is a set of questions published in the AA Grapevine. 
  • Episode #102 - "Casual Friday (I Discuss Miscellaneous Subjects)"
    In todays episode, I discuss the following:- Assigning new meaning to things- Conscience contact with a Higher Power- Giving "Sober Lessons" and/or being a bully in AA
  • Episode #103 - "Tradition Two & Tradition Three"
    In this episode I read the questions from The Traditions Checklist concerning Tradition Two and Tradition Three. 
  • Episode #104 - "Casual Friday (I Discuss Cynicism, Self-Care, and Deciding a Problem is Big)"
    In this episode I discuss several different subjects:                                                      - "Cynicism over the state of the nations"                                                      - Self-Care                                                       - Deciding a problem is big makes it big                                                      
  • Episode #105 - "Does What You Watch Contradict the Life You're Trying to Live?"
    In this episode:      - I read the Forward to the First Edition of Alcoholics Anonymous      - I talk about my "media diet" and how it impacts me_________________________________________________________________________________Does what you watch contradict the life you're trying to live?
  • Episode #106 - "My AA Anniversary"
    Today is my AA anniversary:  - I discuss that miracle  - I read some of "A Vision For You" from Alcoholics Anonymous  - Quality verses quantity
  • Episode #107 - "Is It Hard For You To Ask For Help?
    In this episode I talk about how hard it can be to tell someone you're struggling with something. 
  • Episode #108 - "Problems Are Sign-posts on the Road to God"
    Emmet Fox wrote, "Problems are sign-posts on the road to God"In this episode I talk about how our problems are merely opportunities to grow closer to God. I give examples from my personal life, and I read something by Emmet Fox and connect it to the "Big Book."
  • Episode #109 - "Faith Alone is Not Enough"
    In this episode I again read something from Emmet Fox, and then from Alcoholics Anonymous. - Faith alone is not enough
  • Episode #110 - "Love Travels"
    In this episode I talk about experience that has created a belief that every single loving thing a person does absolutely matters. 
  • Episode #111 - "We Have To Live It"
    On page 83 of the "Big Book," it says  "the spiritual life is not a theory. We have to live it. "In this episode I talk about what that looks like in my life, and my belief that fear is the absence of God. 
  • Episode #112 - "Analysis Paralysis"
    In this episode I talk about analyzing oneself to a point where you're essentially doing nothing.
  • Episode #113 - "My Mental Desktop"
    In this episode I share my very own personal way I organize my own thoughts.Worth mentioning that I was incapable of doing this prior to doing Steps 4-9. 
  • Episode #114 - "Tradition Four & Tradition Five"
    In this episode I discuss Traditions Four and Five, and read from the AA Traditions Checklist.
  • Episode #115 - "Intelligence"
    It is, sadly, a common belief amongst AA members that we should not use our brains, that our brains don't work.In this episode I talk about what the actual "Big Book" says about intelligence, and our need to use it. 
  • Episode #116 - "Consistently Seeking"
    In this episode I talk about the one thing I personally feel I have done best, which is consistently seek a power greater than myself. Sobriety has been, at times, messy, a roller coaster; I have felt lost many times.Yet I have consistently sought God as I understand Him. 
  • Episode #117 - "Who is Your Example?""
    In this episode I talk about the person who taught me by being a living example of how well the 12 Steps can work.
  • Episode #118 - "Following One's Conscience"
    In this episode I talk about how important it has been in my life and recovery to be able to follow my own conscience. Do the people in your life allow you to do this? Do they encourage it? Discourage it? 
  • Episode #119 - "Sarcastic Daily Meditations"
    In this episode I read passages from my book "Sarcastic Daily Meditations."I share about some of them, how the opposite makes the true message more powerful, and about how they all have come from healed pain. It's also funny. 
  • Episode #120 - "How Fast is Your Thinking?"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with being present and not being present.I have an analogy  that helps me personally, which I share here.
  • Episode #121 - "The Genuine Article"
    In this episode I talk about the fact that the real truth is never confusing or complicated. The truth is always simple. And it's always freeing. 
  • Episode #122 - "It Actually Works"
    In this episode I talk about how common it is to hear people express that they've tried the steps, and they do not work.Here, I share my experience regarding all of this. 
  • Episode #123 - "Casual Friday (Change is Friendly; A Life Worth Saving)"
    Yet another "Casual Friday" episode where I talk about several different things.  - Change is friendly- Trying to live a life that was worth saving- A Sarcastic Meditation- Birthday wish
  • Episode #124 - "I Don't Own My Sobriety"
    In this episode I discuss something powerful I heard one time:"I do not own my sobriety. I rent it. And rent is due every day."
  • Episode #125 - "Big Book Myths"
    Today I read something called "Big Book Myths." It briefly describes some of the differences between what we commonly hear and what the book says. 
  • Episode #126 - "Do I Defend My Fear?"
    In this episode I read something from Emmet Fox regarding the existence of, in truth, only two emotions - love and fear. I discuss how easy it is to defend one's fears, despite the fact that fear always only destroys. 
  • Episode #127 - "There Are Realistic Expectations, Too"
    We hear so much about unrealistic expectations.What are the realistic ones?
  • Episode #128 - "There is a Solution"
    In 31 years, I've never seen the program of action not work. In this episode, I talk about this. 
  • Episode #129 - "Humor is Serious"
    In this episode I talk about humor, which elevates the spirit.Seriousness usually does not do this. I tell the story of what led me to what I'm doing in my life today.
  • Episode #130 - "Traditions Six, Seven, and Eight"
    Here I continue going through The Traditions Checklist and discuss Traditions 6, 7, & 8.(Thank you for 50,000 listens!)
  • Episode #131 - "The Best Gift"
    In this episode I share about my first sober Christmas. I was afraid and I felt alone.And I discovered that giving was the best gift. 
  • Episode #132 - "Lighten Someone's Load"
    I'm not going to make the holidays about me. People are hurting. Life is hard enough already.In this episode I talk about the responsibility I feel I have to make the lives of others easier.
  • Episode #133 - "For Anyone in Rehab or Sober Living"
    This episode is for people who are in rehab or sober living. I worked in treatment for roughly ten years. Here I share, from my own experience, the attitudes residents can have that will guarantee either desirable and undesirable results. And I share a simple analogy I have...
  • Episode #134 - "My Guest is Christian (aka "Fred" from "A Podcast Greater Than Yourself")
    In this episode I interview my friend Christian, who is also "Fred" on A PODCAST GREATER THAN YOURSELF.
  • Episode #135 - "New Year's Eve, 2020"
    In this episode I talk about what my mindset has been in 2020, and what my aim is always.
  • Episode #136 - "The Highest High"
    The results of applying spiritual principles in one's life get better and better over time. - Practice - Frustration in early sobriety- The "Pink Cloud"
  • Episode #137 - "Why People Don't Like AA"
    In this episode I talk about some of the reasons that a lot of people I know do not like the 12 Step fellowship.
  • Episode #138 - "How to Tell I'm Playing God in the Fellowship"
    In this episode I share three simple things that indicate to me I'm playing God within the fellowship.
  • Episode #139 - "Traditions Nine, Ten, Eleven & Twelve"
    In this episode I finish up reading and discussing The Traditions Checklist. Today it's Traditions Nine, Ten, Eleven & Twelve. Here is my website.Here is my Instagram. 
  • Episode #140 - "Selfishness Verses Self-Care"
    In this episode I talk about my own personal feelings and thoughts concerning the difference between selfishness and self-care. 
  • Episode #141 - "Casual Friday (Various Subjects: "The Vision of God's Will"; Some Sarcastic Meditations)
    In another "Casual Friday", I read and discuss page 85 of Alcoholics Anonymous, as well as some Sarcastic Daily Meditations. My website:  www.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #142 - "The Seven Main Aspects of God"
    In this episode I talk about a reading from Emmet Fox about the seven main aspects of God:Life.Truth.Love.Intelligence.Soul.Spirit.Principle. 
  • Episode #143 - "Positive Role Model"
    In this episode I discuss my definition of a positive role model.Sobriety has filled me with a desire to become one.
  • Episode #144 - "Casual Friday (Sarcastic Meditations; the Golden Key)"
    Another casual Friday episode:- Sarcastic Daily Meditations- Emmet Fox reading on The Golden Key
  • Episode #145 - "Stop Thinking About Your Defects"
    In this episode I talk about demonstrating spiritual principles in my life, and how that effort is handicapped when my gaze is fixed upon my defects. 
  • Episode #146 - "Admitting When You're Struggling"
    In this episode I talk about admitting when you're having a hard time. When I'm confused, or hurting, or sad, or angry, I let someone know right away so I can make it real and do something about it.
  • Episode #147 - "The Emotion Attached to Thoughts"
    In this episode I read something from Emmet Fox about what he says are the two factors of thought - knowledge and feeling. He states that the knowledge can be completely false, and it doesn't matter. I will react to the feeling I associate with the thought.  I tie this subject matter into my own experience in sobriety. Visit my website here. Follow my Instagram account here. THANK YOU FOR 60,000 Listens! 
  • Episode #148 - "Accepting Where I Am Spiritually"
    In this episode I share about how hard it can be to accept where I am actually at spiritually. In general, I have learned to embrace it, which has helped me grow tremendously. 
  • Episode #149 - "Other People are Going Through Stuff, too"
    In this episode I talk about the simple, seemingly obvious fact that other people are going through things also and I am not the center of the universe."Above everything, we alcoholics must be rid of this selfishness."                                                                                                            - Alcoholics Anonymous, Page 62Follow me on Instagram HERE. Visit my site/links to books HERE. 
  • Episode #150 - "Simplify My Thinking"
    In this episode I talk about a couple ways I've learned to simplify my thinking about everything as I try to practice spiritual principles.VISIT MY WEBSITE HEREINSTAGRAM HERE
  • Episode #151 -"Surrender"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with surrendering. I knew I'd surrendered because I did not balk at any of the steps, and remain in action. www.sarcasticbigbook.comMy Instagram
  • Episode #152 - "No One Wants to Be on Your Fourth Step"
    In this episode I talk about how I came to believe that, in their heart of hearts,  no one actually wants to be on someone else's Fourth Step.  This realization changed me permanently. My Website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #153 - "My Guest is 'John Barleycorn’"
    In this episode I talk to "John Barleycorn" , co-host of A Podcast Greater Than Yourself and the man behind the recovery humor Instagram account, @doctor_silkworth. He shares about his journey through the 12 Steps, and about his life today. My Website
  • Episode #154 - "Perfection"
    In this episode I talk about  what the "Big Book" says about perfection, and about my thoughts and experiences with it through the years.- Imperfection is actually perfection if we are constantly growing- The book says we must perfect our spiritual life- The phrase "Progress not Perfection"
  • Episode #155 - "I Could Not Forgive Myself Until I Could Forgive You"
    In this episode, I talk about how I was unable to forgive myself for anything until I was able to forgive  others. 
  • Episode #156 - "Casual Friday (Equal Value; The Backwards Law; Sarcastic Meditations)"
    In this episode of casual Friday:  - We all have equal value   - "The Backwards Law"   - Sarcastic MeditationsMy website here. My Instagram here. 
  • Episode #157 - "Proper Use of the Will"
    In this episode I talk about what the Big Book describes as being "the proper use of the will," which is that we seek to align our own will with what we think is the will of our Higher Power.InstagramWebsite
  • Episode #158 - "It Sounds Like the Steps Don't Work"
    Sometimes you hear in meetings things said by people with time that make it sound like the steps don't work.  But they do. I talk about that here. My  website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #159 - "The Sarcastic Big Book"
    In this episode I discuss "The Sarcastic Big Book." Website here.Instagram here. 
  • Episode #160 - "By Repeatedly Doing Very Simple Things"
    In this episode I talk about how by consistently doing very simple things, I've been  brought to a place of extraordinary peace today. WebsiteInstagram
  • Episode #161 - "My Guest is Katrina"
    In this episode I interview my long-time friend, Katrina who got sober young and has been sober through many ups and downs for over a decade. 
  • Episode #162 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 1: Intro"
    In this episode I just give a broad introduction to some information I will begin to go over that is based on a meeting that was started in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every way. 
  • Episode #163 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 2: Our Problem Gets Removed"
    Part two of "What Does the Big Book Say?" According to the Big Book, the alcoholic problem gets "removed", is "solved", and "disappears."  Truly amazing news! What is the problem to which the book refers?My website is here.My Instagram is here.
  • Episode #164 - "The Gratitude Wheel"
    In this episode I talk about what I have found to be the importance of gratitude.And I do a little "gratitude wheel" with you.
  • Episode #165 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 3: Step One"
    In this episode, my friend Dave and I have a very general discussion about what the Big Book says concerning Step One, by sharing varying topics and the respective consensus of each, according to the study that's been described. - "Untreated alcoholism"- Insanity/Sanity- Unmanageability 
  • Episode #166 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 4: Step Two"
    This episode continues going over the information gathered from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" study group. Step Two:- Are you willing to believe? That's enough to move forward.- The Cornerstone- "Restored"- Insanity/SanityMy WEBSITE.My INSTAGRAM.
  • Episode #167 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 5: Step Three"
    Continuing going through information out of the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop, this episode takes us to Step Three, where I go through the step, line by line, and share my understanding. 
  • Episode #168 - "My Guest is Mackenzie"
    In this episode I interview Mackenzie, who got sober young and is having a brand new experience from going through the work in the way I've been discussing. 
  • Episode #169 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 6: Q & A"
    In this episode I answer questions I received via e-mail and Instagram concerning some of the material covered in the "What Does the Big Book Say?"  Study. My website is here.My Instagram is here. 
  • Episode #170 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 7: Step Four Intro"
    In this episode, my good friend Dave returns and we continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop. In this episode: Step Four - the first three columns.- Why you should be brief in column two- Why this part is only a trick- "The Tomato Worm Analogy"My website is here.My Instagram is here. 
  • Episode #171 - "My Employer"
    Page 63 of the Big Book says we have "a new employer." What is our job?At home?In meetings?At work?On the road?
  • Episode #172 - "We Must Be Rid of This Selfishness"
    In this episode I talk more about what the Big Book says on page 62 - "Above everything, we alcoholics must be rid of this selfishness."My website.My Instagram.
  • Episode #173 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 8: Step Four - Resentment"
    In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Step Four - resentment. - Making real that other people are also spiritually sick- What to do when someone pisses you off- Disregard the resentment - Your inventory begins
  • Episode #174 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 9: Step Four - Fear"
    In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Step Four - fear- List fears- I'm afraid because I'm playing God- Demonstrate what God can do- Ask God to remove fear- Direct attention to  what He would have me be
  • Episode #175 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 10: Step Four - Sex"
    In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Step Four - sex- What it says to write- Going forward, we subject each relation to a simple test- God alone is the judge- The right answer will come from within if we want itMy website is here.My Instagram is here.
  • Episode #176 - "Understanding Eliminates Resentment"
    In this episode I talk about the relationship I've found between resentment and true understanding, and about how I can not be in possession of both simultaneously. My Website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #177 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 11: Step Five"
    In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Step Five- Life and death errand- Hard on ourselves, considerate of others- Confirms we're being honest with ourselves and with GodMy Website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #178 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 12: Steps Six & Seven"
    In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Steps Six & Seven- Statements more than Steps- God removes- Third Step Prayer My website and Instagram. 
  • Episode #179 - "If You're Hurting Right Now"
    In this episode I just kind of hang out with you, in case anyone out there needs that. 
  • Episode #180 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 13: Step Eight"
    In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Step Eight- Happens in Step Four- A statement rather than a StepThank you for 80, 000 listens!My website and Instagram. 
  • Episode #181 - "You Can Make it the Best Thing That Ever Happened"
    In this episode I talk about how I am sober today, in part,  because of a man who decided to make his relapse the best thing that ever happened to him. Website.Instagram. 
  • Episode #182 - "What Actually Matters?"
    In this episode I talk about what I've noticed is the only thing that really matters. 
  • Episode #183 - "Fearing But Facing the Unknown"
    In this episode I share a personal story about my facing the unknown despite my being afraid of it.
  • Episode #184 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 14: Step Nine"
    In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Step Nine- Our real purpose- Going to enemies- Dodging creditors- "Painstaking"- Promises, promises
  • Episode #185 - "The Wording Was, Of Course, Quite Optional"
    Why is the wording of the Third Step prayer "quite optional" in the Big Book? Here, I use the Third Step Prayer as a springboard to discuss "spirit verses letter,"  or "form verses substance" in the book, Alcoholics Anonymous. 
  • Episode #186 - "Casual Friday: Trying/Getting Advice/Sarcasm"
    In another episode of Casual Friday, I wear jeans and talk about:- an e-mail I received- trying - getting advice- sarcasmMy Website is here.My Instagram is here. 
  • Episode #187 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 15: Step Ten"
    In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Step Ten- Continues for our lifetime- Form verses substance- Restored to sanity- Proper use of the will
  • Episode #188 - "Not Blocking the Light"
    In this episode I talk about putting all my willpower towards not blocking the light. 
  • Episode #189 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 16: Step Eleven"
    In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Step Eleven- Trust our thinking- The right though or action- Selfish motives are "wrong motives"My Website.My Instagram.
  • Episode #190 - "Getting Annoyed in Meetings"
    In this episode I talk about getting annoyed in AA meetings, and go over my understanding of why I do it, and go over some tools I use to counteract my feeling this. - Tradition Three- Listen without eyes- I don't know - Playing God
  • Episode #191 - "Get in This Habit"
    In this episode I talk about one of the things that was instilled in me when I was in early sobriety, and that is one of the reasons I know I'm still sober today. 
  • Episode #192 - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part 17: Step Twelve"
    In this episode, I continue with the information from the "What Does the Big Book Say?" workshop.In this episode: Step Twelve- not pushed or prodded- not chased-not talked down to- under no obligationMy website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #193 - "Are You Having a Hard Time With Zoom?"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with Zoom.- My initial resistance - Metacommunication - Connection
  • Episode #194 - "Embracing Imperfection"
    - Nothing Without God- No Better or Worse Than Anyone- Receiving Compliments- Embracing Flaws While Maintaining a Sincere Desire to Continue to GrowMy WEBSITE.My INSTAGRAM. 
  • Episode #195 - "God is Either Everything or God is Nothing"
    In this episode I talk about the the passage on page 53 in the book, Alcoholics Anonymous where it talks about God being either everything or nothing. 
  • Episode #196 - "When We Feel Unable to Connect to God"
    THANK YOU ALL FOR 90,000 LISTENS! In this episode I read something from Emmet Fox about those periods of time when we feel unable to pray and/or connect with God.My website.My Instagram.
  • Episode #197 - "Tomorrow is Not Promised"
    In this episode I talk about the fact that tomorrow is not promised to any of us.- Expressing love- Receiving compliments- Celebrating people who are still alive
  • Episode #198 - "There's Only One Thing to Deal With"
    In this episode I read something from Emmet Fox where he discusses the fact that we only ever have one thing to deal with - our thoughts. - Assigning meaning- Controlling what I think aboutWebsite.Instagram.
  • Episode #199 - "Not a Program of Thinking"
    In this episode, I read sections of the Big Book connecting  the steps suggested as a program of recovery, illuminating its blatant message that we are to stay in action.My website.My Instagram.
  • Episode #200 - "200th Episode Party"
    THIS IS MY 200th EPISODE! To celebrate here,  I spontaneously call a bunch of my friends who are sober, happy, joyous & free.  These are some of the many people I know who, to me, make sobriety look good. Thank you for supporting this show! My website is here.My Instagram is here. 
  • Episode #201 - "Apply The Things You Know Right Now"
    In this episode I read some things from Emmet Fox and I connect them with my understanding of the directions in the Big Book. - The tools in Step Four
  • Episode #202 - "Do I Accept Spiritual Help?"
    What is spiritual help?  In this episode, I talk about how difficult it is to accept it.I read about the two choices described on Page 25 of the book, Alcoholics Anonymous.
  • Episode #203 - "Get and Keep Yourself Unblocked"
    In this episode I read  from Emmet Fox, and from the Big Book, and then connect them through a discussion of my own experience.- We don't have to ask for good- Open the blinds - "Evil is a false belief about the power and availability of good" (Emmet Fox)
  • Episode #204 - "Fear of Sharing in Meetings"
    In this episode I talk about my experience concerning being afraid to share in meetings. www.sarcasticbigbook.comMy Instagram here. 
  • Episode #205 - "Respecting the Opinions of Others"
    On page 19 it says "most of us sense that real tolerance of other people's shortcomings and viewpoints and a respect for their opinions are attitudes which make us more useful to others."
  • Episode #206 - "How I Make the Third Step Prayer Really Mean Something to Me"
    In this episode I share my understanding of the meaning behind the Third Step Prayer. Website.Instagram. 
  • Episode #207 - "Whole New Attitude"
    In this episode I talk about how much the 12 Steps have changed me.- When I got sober: I was obsessed with alcohol; I knew there was no God;  I felt separated from everyone; people were merely extensions of my needs; I had no hope; I had zero faith in people
  • Episode #208 - "My Guests are Chelsey, Cassandra & Dave"
    In this episode I talk to my friends about the ability the steps have given us to create wonderful things out of seemingly bad events. 
  • Episode #209 - "Beating Yourself Up"
    In this episode I talk about how I used to beat myself up mercilessly when I was new.I also talk about why I don't anymore. 
  • Episode #210 - ""Freedom"
    In this episode I talk briefly about my thoughts on Independence Day.
  • Episode #211 - "If You Are Sad Right Now"
    In this episode I simply hang out with you in case you are sad. In my experience, sometimes this kind of thing is important.  
  • Episode #212 - "Various Topics on a Casual Friday"
    On another casual Friday, I discuss a variety of things.Website.Instagram. 
  • Episode #213 - "What Am I Taking For Granted Right Now?"
    In this episode I talk about taking people and things for granted.
  • Episode #214 - "Forgetting the Basics"
    In this episode I talk about how simple it is for me to forget the basics.The problem always seems much too complicated to be solved with simplicity.  But it never is. 
  • Episode #215 - "Restless, Irritable, and Discontented"
    In this episode I read the section in The Doctor's Opinion that talks about being restless, irritable, and discontented and discuss its context. WEBSITE.INSTAGRAM. 
  • Episode #216 - "Allowing Myself to Feel Sadness"
    In this episode I talk about feeling sadness.- Adult Children of Alcoholics  (Visit website here)- Feeling peace and sadness simultaneously - Separating my mood from how I treat others
  • Episode #217 - "Saying, 'I Shouldn't Feel This Way'"
    I used to say to myself, "I shouldn't feel this way" because I intellectually knew I shouldn't. But the fact is that telling myself that never helped me, and I found it to be not only counterproductive but actually destructive. 
  • Episode #218 - "A Step Three Check-In"
    In this episode I talk about some simple ways I can tell I need to remind myself I'm no longer running the show.- Which side of the counter am I on?- God is our employer- Everyone a potential customerWebsite here.Instagram here.
  • Episode #219 - "If I'm Looking for God, I've Found God"
    When I was in early sobriety someone said, "God says, don't be afraid. If you know to look for Me, you've already found Me." Here, I talk about this. 
  • Episode #220 - "Hitting a Wall in Sobriety"
    In this episode I talk about how my sobriety has been an endless series of taller and taller walls to walk through. Everything is a growth opportunity. AA is an all terrain vehicle.MY WEBSITEMY INSTAGRAM
  • Episode #221 - "The Phrase, 'Life On Life's Terms'"
    In this episode I talk about my thoughts concerning the phrase, "Life on Life's Terms." - Why do "life's terms" sound so badwww.sarcasticbigbook.comMy Instagram page.
  • Episode #222 - "Action Quiets the Brain"
    It is action that quiets the brain. In this episode I talk about how faith is not enough.  In fact, the Big Book says that on its own, faith is dead. Unselfish, constructive action is necessary.
  • Episode #223 - "To Thine Own Self Be True. But YOU? You Should Do What I Want"
    In this episode I talk about when I learned it was not helpful for me to boss people around and try to make them do things. Do I actually believe in "To Thine Own Self Be True" and "Live and Let Live" for anyone other than me? 
  • Episode #224 - "Acceptance is the Answer?"
    In this episode I discuss my thoughts on the story in the Big Book called, "Acceptance is the Answer." My website.My Instagram.
  • Episode #225 - "Don't Set Aside Everything"
    In this episode I discuss the idea of there being things about the solution that you can actually hang your hat on permanently.
  • Episode #226 - "How Do I Know If I Should Make Amends?"
    In this episode I talk about an e-mail I received concerning amends.  How do you know if you should make an amends?WEBSITE ////// INSTAGRAM
  • Episode #227 - "Take 'The Gossip Challenge'"
    In this episode I talk about gossip and talking behind people's backs. And I propose a challenge. 
  • Episode #228 - "My Guests are Dave, Mackenzie, and Sarah/Gossip Challenge Part II"
    In this episode I talk to my close friends Dave, Mackenzie, and Sarah. We also discuss the last episode (The Gossip Challenge). My website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #229 - "Dumb it Down"
    In this episode I talk about dumbing it down - I have come to see that nothing valuable for the spirit is complicated. 
  • Episode #230 - "Are You Afraid to Share in Meetings?"
    In this episode I talk about how I used to be very afraid to share in meetings - and about how I overcame that fear. I'm currently listed at #2 on the top recovery podcasts on the internet on FeedSpot! 
  • Episode #231 - "Your Thoughts Concerning Your Circumstances Have Incredible Power
    In this episode I read something from Emmet Fox about how we treat all circumstances in our lives with what we think about them.  And I talk about it. My website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #232 - "Imposing Your Will on Others"
    In this episode I talk about playing God with good motives - self-propulsion.I made this list! My website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #233 - "What Does it Mean to 'Work the Program'"?
    We hear "working the program" and things like it often.In this episode I share with you specifically what working the program looks like for me on a daily basis. I am #2 at Feedspot! Here is my website.Here is my Instagram. 
  • Episode #234 - "Do You Feel Pressured by People in the Fellowship?"
    In this episode I talk about how what helped me when I was in early sobriety was not pressure from others, but a living, loving example of the program in action.My website. My Instagram.Links to my books. 
  • Episode #235 - "No Longer Fighting With People in My Head"
    In this episode I talk about the one place all the work I do in AA really shows up --- In my thoughts towards others. #2 at Feedspot in sobriety podcasts.Order books here. My Instagram here. 
  • Episode 236 - "Are You Stuck on Your 4th Step?
    Are you stuck on your 4th step?Being stuck on Step Four is common - I share my experience about this. Get my books here. My Instagram.  
  • Episode #237 - "What is My Role in this World?"
    In this episode I talk about the obligation I feel now that I am sober. - What is actually helpful?- Can I make a difference? - Does this matter?Books:  www.sarcasticbigbook.comMy Instagram is here. 
  • Episode #238 - "Are You Open to the Idea That You Might Be Wrong?"
    In this episode I talk about the willingness to being open to be wrong. www.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode 239 - "The Subject is Relapse"
    In this episode I read a letter from a listener about relapse. Write: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.comwww.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #240 - "Hope"
    In this episode I talk about how much hope I feel in A.A., despite the chaos that is in the world. My website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #241 - "The Proper Use of the Will"
    In this episode I read from the book, Alcoholics Anonymous  where it describes "the proper use of the will." My site. My Instagram. #2! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! 
  • Episode #242 - "My Guest is Alex"
    In this episode I interview my close friend "Alex the Girl." My website is here. (Get my books)My Instagram is here.  (Please forgive some minor sound issues in this episode.)
  • Episode #243 - "Are You Able to Laugh at Yourself?"
    In this episode I talk about how important the ability to laugh at myself has been, and still is, in my sobriety. www.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #244 - "Early Sobriety Was Not Easy"
    In this episode I talk a little bit about what my mentality in early sobriety was. 
  • Episode #245 - "How I Got Through the Hardest Time in My Life"
    In this episode I talk about how I got through the hardest year and a half of my life. And how certain steps I took during that time transformed my entire attitude about what was happening.My website and my Instagram.Get all of my books right here! 
  • Episode #246 - "Why I Don't Focus on My Setbacks"
    In this episode I talk about how valuable setbacks can be if I'm using them to grow spiritually. My website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #247 - Morning Meditation"
    In this episode I read some of pages 86 and 87 in the book, Alcoholics Anonymous and share a little of my own morning routine. My website is here. 
  • Episode #248 - "Being Honest With Myself About Whether or Not I Have Resentments"
    In this episode I talk about how important it is for me to be honest with myself about whether or not I have  resentments.
  • Episode #249 - "I Don't Get to be a Victim"
    In this episode I talk about how the 12 Steps have given me the gift of taking complete ownership of my life. My website. My Instagram. My new book is here. 
  • Episode #250 - "I Read an Anonymous Story About Meetings and Treatment Centers"
    In this episode I read an anonymous short story called, "The Story of the Problem."I read this a long time ago but here it is again. If you want a copy, e-mail me. My website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #251 - "Casual Friday (with my Guest Alex)"
    On this edition of casual Friday,  guest "Alex the Girl" and I discuss:- The nighttime meditation on page 86 of the book, Alcoholics Anonymous. - Admitting when we are wrong.- Awareness of selfishness- we read from the new book, "More Sarcastic Daily Meditations." 
  • Episode #252 - "Am I Trying to Figure it Out?"
    In this episode I talk about my years spent trying to figure it out.And the simple concept that helped me then and helps me still. Check out my website and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #253 - "How Do I Get Out of My Head?"
    For a long time I was stuck in my head and it seemed like it would never change. In this episode I share about the process I go through that keeps my head quiet.Get my books by visiting me here!Follow me on Instagram. 
  • Episode 254 - "Wanting to Give Up"
    In this episode I read something from Emmet Fox and I talk about how many times I wanted to give up in early sobriety.Website and my books.Instagram. 
  • Episode #255 - "A Lifestyle More and More Wonderful as Time Passes"
    In this episode I read "Slips and Human Nature" by Dr. William Silkworth. He points out that no one likes to follow rules, even non-alcoholics.  But that the suggestions in A.A. lead to a more and more uplifting experience, so one follows rules voluntarily. Then I read passages from "The Big Book" where it talks about the experience getting better and better over time, and I talk about my own experiences with this. My website and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #256 - "32 Years of Sobriety Today"
    I got sober 32 years ago today. In this episode I reflect on this incredible gift I've received. 
  • Episode 257 - "Accepting in My Heart That We All Have Differences"
    In this episode I read from a book called, "Just For Today" and I share about my own experience concerning accepting and judgment of others, and how it all has to do with how I feel about myself and not others. 
  • Episode #258 - "Get. Out. Of. Self."
    In this episode I talk about the essence of my entire  understanding of the solution to the drink problem (and so many others).  Get. Out. Of. Self. www.sarcasticbigbook.comMy Instagram
  • Episode #259 - "Our Attitudes Have Power"
    In this episode I talk about the enormous amount of power that exists in a person's attitude.
  • Episode #260 - "Red Flags in Sobriety"
    Thank you for making my podcast #1 on Feedspot! NEW! - WWW.RECOVERYRADIOKMP3.COM  In this episode I read four things from the book, Alcoholics Anonymous, about how it is literally vital for a sober alcoholic to keep in fit spiritual condition. Then I talk about what all this means, and does not mean, for me. My website for the books. My Instagram. 
  • Episode #261 - "Should I Listen to Everyone?"
    In this episode I talk about the experience I had early on in sobriety when I was convinced I needed to listen to everyone and follow all suggestions. Brand new shop, with goal of building a non-profit:  HERE.Get my books HERE. MY INSTAGRAM HERE.
  • Episode #262 - "Grieving the Death of a Friend"
    In this episode I share with you the fact that I'm currently grieving the death of a person who was very significant in my life. My website.My books.My Instagram.
  • Episode #263 - "A Worthwhile Place to Aim My Daily Thoughts"
    In this episode I share with you what I think is the plot to all of this- and where I seek to aim  my thoughts in my daily life.  One of the many phenomenal byproducts of attempting to do this daily is that one recovers from alcoholism. Podcast website. Sarcastic Big Book website.Instagram. 
  • Episode #264 - "Demonstrating These Principles at Home"
    In this episode I talk about "clocking in" when I get home; I feel the biggest benefactor of my living the program should be the person with whom I live. www.recoveryradiokmp3.comMy Books and My Instagram. 
  • Episode #265 - "Taking Responsibility for One's Own Life (with My Guest, Katrina)"
    My friend Katrina joins me again. This time we read something on the topic from the book, Until Today  by Iyanly Vanzant. We then discuss cooperation verses coercion, burritos, and IBS. Podcast website. Get my books here. My Instagram.  
  • Episode #266 - "Wanting Instant Results"
    In early sobriety I was impatient. I wanted instant results. In this episode I talk about practice. Simple and consistent practice has brought me peace today.Thank you for making my podcast  #1 on Feedspot!  www.RECOVERYRADIOKMP3.comMy Instagram and books. 
  • Episode #267 - "God Gave Us Brains to Use"
    The book,  Alcoholics Anonymous says on page 86 that whenever our thinking does not include self-seeking motives, dishonesty, or self pity, we can "employ our mental faculties with assurance" and that "God gave us brains to use." In today's episode I read something from Emmet Fox and intelligence is the topic. My websites are here and here. My Instagram is here. Thank you for almost 150,000 listens! 
  • Episode #268 - "Am I Trying to Live a Life That Was Worth Saving?"
    In this episode I talk about the statement I make at the end of each show, where it came from, and some of what it means to me personally. My website is here.My books are here. My Instagram is here. Thank you for making us the #1 recovery podcast. 
  • Episode #269 - "Staying in This Moment"
    In this episode I talk about this moment. This one. Right now. I read some Emmet Fox, and something from the Big Book, and I talk about my experience concerning this topic. My Site. 
  • Episode #270 - "Trusting Intuitive Thoughts"
    In this episode I share about a couple times where intuitive thoughts drastically changed things.- If I discern that a thought doesn't have selfish, dishonest, or self-seeking motives, I trust it.- Not bombarding intuition with fears and doubts. The Recovery Radio Website. 
  • Episode #271 - "Eliminating Anxiety at Holiday Gatherings"
    In this episode I talk about how I avoid holiday anxiety.  It's right out of the Big Book, but I use my own words to share about my experience. Get Recovery Radio clothing and mugs. My books.My Instagram. #1 at Feedspot! 
  • Episode #272 - "Practicing Step 11 Throughout the Day"
    In this episode I talk about practicing Step Eleven all throughout the day.My websites are here and here. Instagram here. 
  • Episode #273 - "For Me, the Most Amazing Thing About the Steps"
    In this episode I talk about what I feel to be the most amazing thing about taking the 12 Steps. My books are here.Gift shop here. Instagram here. 
  • Episode #274 - "We Felt New Power Flow In"
    In this episode, I talk about what the Big Big has to say about power, and some of my experience concerning this. www.RecoveryRadioKMP3.com
  • Episode #275 - "Take This Big Book Quiz"
    In this episode you can follow along and take a multiple choice Big Book quiz.  Website.
  • Episode #276 - "Thoughts on When and How to Give"
    "It's not the matter of giving that is in question,  but when and how to give. That often makes the difference between failure and success."                                                                                                             - Alcoholics Anonymous, Page 98#1 at Feedspot!My websites are here and here and here. 
  • Episode #277 - "It's Already Been Figured Out"
    In this episode I talk about all the time I spent when I was new trying to "figure it out. "And about how it's already been figured out. My website.My books.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #278 - "The Promises Materialize as a Result of My Not Pursuing Them"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with "The Promises." And about the paradox that I receive them only as a byproduct of not chasing or seeking them. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #279 - "The Big Book Says I Can Make Plans"
    The Big Book says that once I've experienced a psychic change, I can make plans.  Plans aren't the problem. Plans that involve self-pity, self-seeking, or dishonest motives... now that's a problem. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #280 - "My Experience With the Obsession to Drink"
    When I was in early sobriety, the obsession to drink returned. I thought I was doing all the right things - going to meetings, sharing, praying, sponsoring - yet it plagued me nonetheless. I had already began living the 12 Steps to the best of my ability, but I was clearly missing something.  When I learned some very important but very basic things it went away.In this episode I talk about this. My books are here.  And check out this and this. #1 and feedspot.   
  • Episode #281 - "Simple Things That Led Me to an Experience With a Higher Power"
    In this episode I talk about some very basic things I have done, and still do, that have led to my experience with my Higher Power. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #282 - "Thoughts for the Holiday Season"
    In this episode I share my thoughts about the holiday season. I talk about the attitude I have about it all, and some of the things I think about right about now each year. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #283 - "Why Some People Hate AA"
    I talk to a lot of people who do not like Alcoholics Anonymous. In this episode I share about my experience with these conversations. And what I try to do with the information. www.recoveryradiokmp3.comwww.sarcasticbigbook.comInstagram
  • Episode #284 - "Make Your Attitude Someone's Gift"
    The Big Book says our job now is to be helpful to God and the people around us. In this episode I read what it says about what is helpful and what is not. I also talk about my first sober Christmas many years ago.  My websites are here, here, and here. 
  • Episode #285 - "Why Does the Fellowship Contradict the Book? "
    In this episode I talk about one of the reasons I personally believe the original written message in the book, Alcoholics Anonymous has become so distorted over time. My websites are here, here, and here. 
  • Episode #286 - "Keeping the Program Simple"
    In this episode I talk about how complicated I made the program in my early recovery. And about how the message has gotten simpler over time. 
  • Episode #287 - "Thoughts on 2021"
    In this episode I just share from my heart - here are some of my thoughts to close 2021. 
  • Episode #288 - "Feeling Responsible for a Sponsee's Success"
    In this episode I talk about how unqualified I initially felt to sponsor people.- Do I feel responsible for a sponsee's success? - What is my job as a sponsor? www.recoveryradiokmp3.comwww.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #289 - "Am I Doing Step Four Without God?"
    In this episode I talk about how important it was for me to do Step Four right away after making the decision in Step Three. My books and Instagram. My website. 
  • Episode #290 - "My Guest is Taylor"
    In this episode I talk to my good friend Taylor about her experience with the 12 Steps. And with ACA. And Taco Bell and a lot of other very important things. My website. My books.My Instagram.Adult Children of Alcoholics. 
  • Episode #291 - "Be More Loving Now"
    In this episode I talk about the fact that tomorrow is not promised.If I knew I had one day left to live, would I be more loving? If so, why not just be more loving now?www.sarcasticbigbook.comwww.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #292 - "Do You Think You're Stuck Being Selfish?"
    In this episode I read from the book, Alcoholics Anonymous, and talk about its beautiful contradiction to so much of what I was initially taught. My website. My books.My Instagram.  - 
  • Episode #293 - "How Many Amends Should I Make?"
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  • Episode #294 - "Am I Still Making Everything About Me?"
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  • Episode #295 - "What To Do Next"
    In this episode I talk about the fact that I am absolutely the co-author of my life.  And the simple thing I return to again and again in terms of deciding what to do next.
  • Episode #296 - "Your Attitude Contains A Lot of Power"
    In this episode I talk about power.We are powerless over alcohol, but we are not powerless over people, places, and things. The big book says we have been given the power to help others. And that our attitude contains a lot of power. My websites are here, here, and here. 
  • Episode #297 - "Starting a Conscience Contact"
    Do I have to jump through hoops to start a conscience contact with God? In this episode, I read from the book, Alcoholics Anonymous, and what it has to say about this. My Website.  
  • Episode #298 - "How Do I Deal With an Unwilling Sponsee?"
    In this episode I talk about my thoughts and experience concerning dealing with a sponsee who is unwilling. www.sarcasticbigbook.com (for books)www.recoveryradiokmp3.com (for other stuff) My Instagram.
  • Episode #299 - Sarcastic Meditations"
    In this episode, I read from my books, "Sarcastic Daily Meditations" and "More Sarcastic Daily Meditations.Get the books here:  www.sarcasticbigbook.comMy Website and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #300 - "My Quiet Little 300th Episode Celebration"
    In this episode I celebrate 300 episodes by sharing with you things for which I am grateful.Thank you for almost 200,000 downloads.www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #301 - "Do You Feel Like Giving Up?"
    I have felt like giving up countless times in my life. I recorded this in case anyone needs to hear it. 
  • Episode #302 - "A Visual Tool I Use to Practice the Steps"
    The book says that above everything I am to be rid of my selfishness.In this episode I share with you a visual tool I use daily, which helps me a lot. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #303 - "Quietly Playing God"
    In this episode I talk about how simple it is to quietly continue playing God.And the things I do and have done to try and not do that. My websites are here, here, and here. 
  • Episode #304 - "Do You Believe You Can Do Everything Right and Still Relapse?
    For the first couple years of my sobriety, I really believed that who stayed sober was just sort of random. You could do all the right things and still relapse. In this episode I talk about those years, and about how I no longer believe that sobriety is random. 
  • Episode #305 - "Let's Laugh At Ourselves"
    In this episode I read some ridiculous things from "More Sarcastic Daily Meditations."My websites are here, here, and here. 
  • Episode #306 - "Are You Freaking Out About Something Right Now?"
    The Big Book says, "We relax and take it easy. We don't struggle." In this episode I talk about this. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com  www.sarcasticbigbook.comMy Instagram account.
  • Episode #307 - "Are You Upset Your Loved Ones Don't Trust You Yet?"
    In this episode I talk about my experience concerning earning the trust of my loved ones. My Website.My Books.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #308 - "Practice Sounds So Boring"
    In this episode I talk about practice.When I was in early sobriety I wanted instant results.I wanted to be good at this sobriety stuff immediately. THANK YOU FOR OVER 180,000 LISTENS!My websiteGet my booksMy Instagram
  • Episode #309 - "My Car Wash Analogy"
    In this episode I share my car wash analogy about what it's like being in AA. My website.My Instagram.My books. 
  • Episode #310 - "Prayer Can Be as Simple as Remembering God"
    In this episode I talk about my relationship with God throughout the day, in terms of how I go about seeking God through thought.  I also talk about how much it's changed over the years. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #311 - "My guest is 'Jim.'"
    In this episode I interview, "Jim." He has had multiple sponsors and varying experiences in AA.Here he talks about them, and about his experience with the Big Book that set him free. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #312 - "Love or Fear"
    In this episode I read something from Emmet Fox about love and fear.And I talk about how much this helps me practice the principles in the Big Book. My website is here.My books are here.My Instagram is here. 
  • Episode #313 - "How to Be Miserable"
    In this episode I read some things Emmet Fox says you can do in order to make yourself  unhappy.www.sarcastic.aa.bookwww.recoveryradiokmp3.com(Thank you - 190,000 listens!)
  • Episode #314 - "Accepting Compliments"
    In this episode I talk about accepting compliments. It used to be hard to do, but now I feel the compliment really goes to God. Also, the rejection of a compliment is the rejection of love.My website. My Instagram.My books.Thank you for over 190,000 listens! 
  • Episode #315 - "The Simple Plot"
    In this episode I read the 11th Step Prayer and discuss my understanding of the very simple plot of the steps. My website. Thank you for over 5,000 listens last week alone! 
  • Episode #316 - "If I Follow a Cake Recipe I Won't End Up With Pizza"
    Page 29 of the Big Book says it contains "clear cut directions." How closely do I try to follow those? My website.
  • Episode #317 - "Is Giving Unsolicited Advice Playing God?"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with giving and receiving unsolicited advice. My website. My books are here. My Instagram.
  • Episode #318 - "The Roller Coaster of Early Sobriety "
    In this episode I talk more about the roller coaster of my early sobriety.I was happy. Sad. Lonely. Depressed. Upbeat.  Hopeless. Hopeful. Horny.  Etc. My website.My books.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #319 - "Acceptance or Endurance?"
    In this episode I talk about how acceptance often feels like endurance in disguise.And about how an attitude of "what can I contribute?" feels different than,"I'll just accept this." My website. 
  • Episode #320 - "One Simple Aim"
    In this episode I talk about how things got easier for me once I started simply aiming at chiseling away at things that didn't look like God.
  • Episode #321 - "How I Keep a Quiet Mind"
    In this episode I share with you the simple things upon which I have learned to focus, which enable me to be more present. And therefore more helpful to the people around me. My website.My books.My Instagram. Thank you for almost 200, 000 listens! 
  • Episode #322 - "The Doctor's Opinion About My Defects"
    In this episode I read and discuss, "Slips and Human Nature" by Dr. Silkworth. Originally published in 1947 in the AA Grapevine.(In the podcast I wrongly guess that it was published in the 1950's.) My website. 
  • Episode #323 - "Avoiding Unnecessary Suffering"
    In this episode, I talk about some of the lasting  lessons I learned from an old-timer when I was in early recovery - one of them being that I don't have to use the steps just for damage control. My website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #324 - “Unnecessary Detail"
    Is your program fussy? Is it full of unnecessary detail? Mine for sure used to be, but it's not today. And this is what I talk about in today's episode. Thank you for over 200,000 listens! 
  • Episode #325 - "Sharing in Meetings"
    In this episode I read a couple emails and answer some questions. Mostly, I talk about my answer to the inquiry: "How do you approach sharing in meetings?" My website. My books.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #326 - "Imperfection is a Realistic Expectation"
    In this episode I talk about making mistakes, doing it wrong, coming up short, and how that's all just part of doing it perfectly. wwwrecoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #327 - "Siding with the Negative"
    In this episode I read more from the book, "More Sarcastic Daily Meditations." My website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #328 - "Most Human Beings are Actors Trying to Be the Director"
    In this episode I discuss pages 60-63, how they are describing most human beings, alcoholics included. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #329 - "My Wife Returns to Discuss ACA and AA"
    In this episode I have a very special guest return...to talk about ACA (and some other stuff). My website.My books.My Instagram.ACA
  • Episode #330 - The 13th Step"
    In this episode I talk about what is known as "The 13th Step." Check out my website, and my books, and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #331 - "Change is Friendly"
    In this episode I read something from Emmet Fox about change being a very necessary and positive part of life. And I talk about my experience with my learning slowly this.Recovery Radio - KMP3The Sarcastic Big Book My Instagram
  • Episode #332 - "Divine Discontentment"
    In this episode I read something from Emmet Fox about the lesson contained in the transformation of caterpillar to butterfly.  What spurs about such a change is described as "divine discontentment." After I read it, I discuss this from several angles of my own experience. Thank you for over 200, 000 listens! RecoveryRadioKMP3
  • Episode #333 - "The Twelve Steps Summarized"
    In this episode I try to summarize my own understanding of all 12 Steps.RECOVERYRADIOKMP3.COMSARCASTICBIGBOOK.COM
  • Episode #334 - "The Chains Fall Off"
    In this episode I share about early sobriety, about how afraid I was that I would never again get to do the things I really loved. My website. 
  • Episode #335 - "Spiritual Arrogance"
    In this episode I talk more about my ongoing experience with spiritual arrogance.  Website is here. 
  • Episode #336 - "Not Being Overcome by My Sponsee's Problems"
    In this episode I talk about what it says on page 132 of the book, Alcoholics Anonymous: "Those of us who have tried to shoulder the entire burden and trouble of others find we are soon overcome by them." 
  • Episode #337 - "Cynicism Blocks Love"
    When I was new I was untrusting of everyone and their motives. In this episode I talk about my experience with overcoming cynicism. My website. My Instagram. 
  • Episode #338 - "Am I Dwelling on My Defects?"
    In this episode I read some Emmet Fox, and talk about my experience with focusing all day on my defects, and how selfish that kept me.www.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #339 - "Focusing on Love Instead of Defects"
    In this episode I talk about the practice of not giving self-centeredness any attention as soon as I am able to recognize it as self.  My website. My Instagram. My books. 
  • Episode #340 - "Struggles with Meditation"
    When I was new, I struggled heavily with, amongst many other things, meditation. So much so that there was a period of time I flatly refused to meditate, or pray, at all. In this episode I talk about these struggles, what helped me, and how I go about meditating currently. 
  • Episode #341 - "True Forgiveness"
    In this episode I read a meditation from the "24 Hours a Day" book. It perfectly summarizes the process described in Step Four in the Big Book. My website. 
  • Episode #342 - "Our Most Important Demonstration"
    In this episode I read things from the Big Book stating that, as important as working with other alcoholics is (and it's actually vital for my sobriety), there is a demonstration that is "much more important." 
  • Episode #343 - "The World Actually Really Needs You"
    I'm going to try to live a life that was worth saving.I hope you'll do the same. 
  • Episode #344 - "How Much Effort Am I Putting Into My Sobriety?"
    In this episode I talk about working for one's sobriety.No one will do this for me.I have to do all the wanting.WWW.RECOVERYRADIOKMP3.COM
  • Episode #345 - "Drastic Change"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with the drastic change that  happened to me as a result of my trying as best I can to live the principles of the twelve steps. 
  • Episode #346 - "The World is a Stage Filled With Actors Trying to Play the Role of Director"
    In this episode I read from pages 60-63 in the Big Book and discuss my experience. 
  • Episode #347 - "When Plans 'Don't Work Out'"
    In this episode I read from the Big Book about the dismal day where co-founder Bill Wilson's plans didn't work out.  He met Dr. Bob instead. My website. 
  • Episode #348 - "Avoiding Drama"
    In this episode I talk about Stephen Karpman's "Triangle of Drama." I share about how I got out of living in that triangle through AA's 12 Steps, and my wife escaped its clutches through the ACA program. Thank you for over 230,000 listens! My website. My Instagram.ACA
  • Episode #349 - "What is the Purpose of a Relationship?"
    In this episode I talk about relationships.I talk about the fact that I used to not give the purpose of intimate relationships much thought.  And about how and why I started asking, "what is the purpose of a relationship?"
  • Episode #350 - "Which is Louder to You? The Fellowship or the Book?"
    For the first few years of my sobriety my head wouldn't shut up. In this episode, I talk about the biggest reason I believe my head is quiet today.In short,  I learned things that made the book louder than the fellowship. 
  • Episode #351 - "Am I Playing God in the Fellowship?"
    www.sarcasticbigbook.comwww.recoveryradiokmp3.comInstagramThank you for almost 250,000 listens! 
  • Episode #352 - "Love is a Verb"
    In this episode I read from "More Sarcastic Daily Meditations"  and from the Big Book, and I talk about my experience of learning that love is indeed a verb. My websites are here, here, and here. 
  • Episode #353 - "My Guest is Lucy"
    In this episode I talk to a friend of mine who shares and lives the solution. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #354 - "What's the Objective of the Steps?"
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  • Episode #355 - "Every Interaction Counts!"
    Every interaction counts! I'm to practice principles all day long. In this episode I talk about this...https://sarcasticbigbook.comhttp://recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #356 - "A Phrase in the Book I Took Out of Context For Years""
    In this episode I talk about a phrase that I took out of context for years. 
  • Episode #357 - "How Do I Get Rid of Fear?"
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  • Episode #358 - "No People to Please, No Lectures to Be Endured"
    In this episode, I read the beginning of the chapter, "There is a Solution" from the book, Alcoholics Anonymous. There's a lot there! We have recovered, and the problem has been solved. And we shouldn't lecture anyone. 
  • Episode #359 - "Simple Way to Tell If I'm Playing God"
    In this episode I share a simple little analogy I learned from Emmet Fox.I think of it often, as it's a good way to tell whether or not I'm playing God. www.sarcasticbigbook.comMy website.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #360 - "How I Find Sponsees"
    In this episode I read from page 164 in the Big Book and talk about what was taught and explained to me when I was new about finding people I can help.My website.My books.My Instagram. 
  • Episode 361 - "Uncomplicate It Again"
    In this episode I talk about how easy it is to get tangled up and feel like this is all complicated. I share about how it is I'm able to keep it simple now. 
  • Episode #362 - "I Wanted to Give Up"
    In this episode I talk about how hard it was for me in early sobriety. And about how I almost gave up many times. I'm so glad I kept seeking. I haven't considered giving up for many many years. 
  • Episode #363 - "Do I Feel Any Obligation to My Higher Power?"
    Do I feel an obligation to God?In this episode I talk about what I feel are my responsibilities to my Higher power. 
  • Episode #364 - "My Guest is Hilary, Part One"
    In this episode I talk to an amazing woman who got sober young, in 1992. She's actually happy, joyous, and free, and is having an experience that only gets better as time passes. 
  • Episode #365 - "We Are Supposed to Use Our Intelligence"
    This episode is comprised of highlights from episode #267. Here, I read Emmet Fox and tie it to my understanding of the Big Book. Thank you for over 250,000 listens! my websites are here and here. My Instagram. 
  • Episode #366 - "From Fear to True Independence"
    In this episode I talk about what it was like for me when I was in early sobriety, for the first few years: afraid of people, afraid of the future, afraid of relapse, etc.And I share about the freedom I feel today, and try to explain why. Thank you for over 250,000 listens.  
  • Episode #367 - "Am I Forgetting the Basics?
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  • Episode #368 - "Going Around Giving Your Opinion"
    In this episode I talk about a variety of things, including giving and receiving unsolicited advice.Do you know who likes unsolicited advice?  No one I know.Know who likes giving it? All of us. 
  • Episode #369 - "Step Three in the Big Book, Line by Line"
    In this episode, I read Step Three from the Big Book and share the information that changed my life many years ago, and continues to guide me on a daily basis. My website is here. My books are here.My Instagram is here. Thank you for over a quarter million listens! 
  • Episode #370 - "Why Some People Hate Step Four"
    In this episode I talk about how common it is to make column two in the fourth step really detailed and long. Also, I read what the Big Book says about column two., and why I think they have us keep it brief. www.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #371 - "What I've Come to Believe About God"
    In this episode I share some of my experiences and beliefs about God as I understand God. My websites are here, here, and here. ACA
  • Episode #372 - "Using Spiritual Talk as a Mask"
    In this episode I talk about what ACA calls, "The Spiritual Bypass", where a person has an awakening but then doesn't actually demonstrate spiritual principles in their daily life through action. I share about my experience with doing just this many times in AA.  ACA  website is here. 
  • Episode #373 - "Feeling Lost, Afraid, or Doubtful?"
    In this episode I talk about perseverance, particularly in early sobriety. I discuss how many times I wanted to give up, how often I told myself I couldn't make it.  And how glad I am I continued to try. 
  • Episode #374 - "A Very Realistic Expectation"
    People talk a lot about "unrealistic expectations." There is a very realistic expectation in my experience. I talk about it here.WWW.SARCASTICBIGBOOK.COM
  • Episode #375 - "Is God's Will Boring?"
    For many years I believed deeply that God wanted me to be boring and constrained, forever doing things univiting or undesirable. Here I read from Emmet Fox, and from the Big Book, and I discuss my experience. 
  • Episode #376 - "Am I Creating Peace Right Now?"
    In this episode I read about self-sufficiency from the book, Twelve Steps & Twelve Traditions. It describes non-alcoholics as filled with fear and anger, and poetically opines that self-centeredness will destroy us.  I feel very fortunate that drinking bullied me into not living by self-propulsion. My websites are here and here. My Instagram. 
  • Episode #377 - "Going Through The Big Book By Subject"
    In this episode , I read an e-mail from a listener and discuss how I went through the Big Book in the way that really changed my life some thirty years ago. 
  • Episode #378 - "Playing God With Amazing Motives is Still Playing God"
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  • Episode #379 - "Properly Armed With Facts"
    In this episode I read from page 18 where it says that a person "properly armed with facts" concerning alcoholism can generally earn the trust of another alcoholic quickly, and until this happens, "little or nothing can be accomplished." My books and Instagram. 
  • Episode #380 - "Praying, Then Blocking God"
    "Pray. But as soon as you open your eyes, play God."                 - August 5th,  Sarcastic Daily Meditations
  • Episode #381 - "Use Common Sense"
    I am on vacation, so I'm reposting episode #267, "God Gave Us Brains to Use." My website and Instagram. 
  • Episode #382 - "Big Book Quiz"
    I'm on vacation, so I'm reposting episode #275, "Take the Big Book Quiz." My website and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #383 - "Some of the Reasons Many People Dislike AA"
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  • Episode #384 - "Staying in the Moment"
    (A rebroadcast of episode #263, as I am on vacation.)
  • Episode #385 - "Sifting Through Advice When I Was New"
    I'm back from vacation, and in this episode I talk about the good and bad advice I received all the time when I was new. 
  • Episode #386 - "The Belief That God Doesn't Want Me to Be Happy"
    For years, I deeply believed that God wanted me to be miserable.I don't feel this way anymore. In this episode I talk about all this.Books. Fun stuff.Instagram. 
  • Episode #387 - "Am I Blaming Everything on my Alcoholism?"
    I used to blame almost every thought I had on my alcoholism.When alcoholism according to the Big Book was shown to me, I stopped doing that and everything about my life and my sobriety changed. My books.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #388 - "The Corn Muffin Analogy”
    Do the steps work? Here, I share my thoughts and  experience.... and my corn muffin analogy.
  • Episode #389 - "This Applies to Everything, All Day""
    In this episode I talk about using "The 11th Step Prayer" as a guide throughout the day. My Instagram and books. 
  • Episode #390 - "My Personal Thoughts About Bill W."
    In this episode I share my thoughts about A.A. co-founder, Bill Wilson. 
  • Episode #391 - "We Are Not Cured of Alcoholism"
    In this episode I share about how maintaining fit spiritual condition is the most important thing in my life, as it arrests the insanity of alcohol. www.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #392 - "Drama-Free Relationships Used to Seem Boring"
    When I got sober, the idea of being in a drama-free relationship sounded boring.I wanted to be with someone I could blame, or save.I needed to be a victim or a victimizer.  I actually needed drama of some kind. It was exciting. In this episode I talk about some of my experience concerning relationships in sobriety. And how different things are currently.  
  • Episode #393 - "The Only Thing That Actually Solves Problems"
    In this episode I share about the one and only practice that actually solves my daily problems.Actually, it doesn't solve the problems. It erases them. The Sarcastic Big Book.My Instagram.
  • Episode #394 - "Freaking Out Because Everything is Okay"
    In this episode I share a story about a time in early sobriety where I was freaking out because my life had never been better.And I talk about the pivotal conversation that followed. www.sarcasticbigbook.comwww.recoveryradiokmp3.comMy Instagram
  • Episode #395 - "Pivotal Moments in Sobriety"
    In this episode, I talk about unplanned, pivotal moments in my own sobriety. My website is here and my Instagram is here. THANK YOU FOR OVER 300,000 LISTENS! 
  • Episode #396 - "Fear, Social Anxiety & Other Things"
    In this episode I read something about 'fear' from Emmet Fox, and I share about my experiences at a local A.A. Convention. 
  • Episode #397 - "Thinking About Defects All Day?"
    In this episode I talk about how important it is for me to continue to keep it clear and simple. It's easy to complicate this to no end. Without realizing it, or meaning to, I can think about my defects so much that I become more self-centered than ever. Thank you for 300,000 listens! 
  • Episode #398 - "Casual Friday (Various Topics)"
    www.sarcasticbigbook.comwww.recoveryradioKMP3.comInstagram 
  • Episode #399 - "How Do I Stay Sober?"
    In this episode I talk about all my experience with having, and not having, the desire to drink. www.recoveryradioKMP3.com(Thank you all for over 300,000 listens!)
  • Episode #400 - "My Wife Joins Me for the 400th Episode"
    My wife joins me in this episode. We get serious for a bit. She talks about ACA. And then I guzzle coffee like a psycho. Thank you all for over 300,000 listens. My websites are here, here, and here.The ACA Website. 
  • Episode #1 (Season 2) - "It Works Better and Better"
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  • Episode #2 (Season 2) - "What Should I Focus on All Day?"
    In this episode I read from various pages in the Big Book concerning, "action" and "program." What should we focus on all day?My websites are here and here.My Instagram is here. Follow me! 
  • Episode #3 (Season 2) - "Dr Silkworth on 'Alcoholic Symptoms'"
    In this episode, I read something Dr Silkworth wrote in 1951 about "untreated alcoholism." 
  • Episode #4 (Season 2) - "How I Start Sponsoring Someone"
    In this episode I describe, in general, the things I do when I take someone through the 12 Steps. www.sarcasticbigbook.comFollow me on Instagram. 
  • Episode #5 (Season 2) - "We Get to Pursue a Life We Love"
    In this episode I talk about various experiences concerning my heat and my head finally being connected, all because of a persistent effort to live the 12 Steps. Thank you for over 300,000 listens
  • Episode #6 (Season 2) - "A Vision For You"
    In this episode I read a couple pages from A Vision For You  in the book, Alcoholics Anonymous. It contains the first thing I related to in the book. 
  • Episode #7 (Season 2) - "Passing It On"
    In this episode I talk about passing one's experience on, and not "hugging the new treasure" to myself, as the Big Book talks about in The Family Afterward. Thank you for over 300,000 listens 
  • Episode #8 (Season 2) - "Reflections on the Anniversary of a Health Scare"
    Three years ago I had a major health scare.In this episode, I reflect on that, and on how things are for me today. www.sarcasticbigbook.comMy Instagram
  • Episode #9 (Season 2) - "Am I Stressed Out?"
    In this episode I talk about being stressed out.  And about how I'm always stressed out for the same reason. www.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #10 (Season 2) - "Am I Still Trying to Control Others?"
    In this episode I talk about what the Big Book says about trying to control others. 
  • Episode #11 (Season 2) - "Thoughts on Restarting or Finishing the Steps"
    In this episode I talk about:My thoughts on restarting the 12 StepsMy thoughts on finishing the 12 Steps Things I hear in meetings verses things that are in the Big Book.www.sarcasticbigbook.comInstagram
  • Episode #12 (Season 2) - "I Never Thought the Steps Would Work for Me"
    I never believed the steps would do anything for me.But it really didn't matter that I thought that. www.sarcasticbigbook.comInstagramLetters and Sundries
  • Episode #13 (Season 2) - "Various Topics for 'Casual Friday'"
    In this episode, I talk about a variety of topics and read from a couple books. Topics include:"Why is nothing happening after my prayer?""Contributing to drama""Expressing God in my life"_________________________________________________________________________________________ Do you wish I'd share something I haven't talked about or explained? Want me to answer the question on a show? Write to me at sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #14 (Season 2) - "Growing Spiritually Has to Be My Top Priority"
    In this episode, I read an email from a listener in Germany, and I talk about spritual growth being my number one priority. email me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com My Instagram
  • Episode #15 (Season 2) - "Being Present"
    In this episode I discuss the principles  I practice that have helped me become more present. e-mail: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.comWebsites here and here. Instagram here. 
  • Episode #16 (Season 2) - "Are We Really Powerless Over People, Places, and Things? Really?"
    The Big Book says we are powerless over one thing - alcohol. Yet it goes on and on about our ability to impact those around us, in both helpful and in unhelpful ways.  Powerless means having "an inability to influence".  And the definition of influence: the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself.In this episode I talk about this and I answer some of your questions.email: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #17 (Season 2) - "What is Special? It's Up to You"
    What is special? In this episode, I talk about my discovering in early sobriety that the answer to that question is entirely up to me. www.sarcasticbigbook.comTHANK YOU FOR OVER 330,000 LISTENS! 
  • Episode #18 (Season 2) - "Do You Feel Obligated to Your Higher Power?"
    In this episode I talk about the obligation I feel to God. Step Three says God is hiring me. So what is my job?
  • Episode #19 (Season 2) - "A Quick & Simple Fix"
    In this episode I share about my experience yesterday with doing an inventory and reading it to someone. My websites are here, here, and here. 
  • Episode #20 (Season 2) - "Going to New Meetings"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with traveling and attending various meetings throughout my country. sarcasticbigbook.comsarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #21 (Season 2) - "I Wouldn't Still Be Sober Without These Things"
    In this episode I talk about the simple essentials.Without these things, I do not believe I would still be sober.email me:  sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #22 (Season 2) - "Is My 'Help' Actually Hurting Others?"
    In this episode I read from Until Today by Iyania Vanzant and talk about how easy it is to possibly stand between God and someone else. 
  • Episode #23 (Season 2) - "Is Your Head Loud All the Time?"
    In this episode I talk about my many years of experiencing a very loud head - I overthought everything and could not be present. I also share very specifically about how and why my own head commenced to get quiet and calm. www.recoveryradiokmp3.comwww.sarcasticbigbook.comFollow me on Instagram
  • Episode #24 (Season 2) - "Am I Minding My Own Business?"
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  • Episode #25 (Season 2) - "It Doesn't Matter What Other People Are Doing"
    In this episode, I read from the Big Book on page 99, where is says I am to try and demonstrate I can be considerate and helpful regardless of what other people say or do.  And I share about some of my experience with this. 
  • Episode #26 (Season 2) - "How I Stopped Beating Myself Up"
    In this episode I share about how I used to beat myself up constantly.And I talk about exactly how I was able to stop doing that. Also, I read from Emmet Fox and The Big Book. 
  • Episode #27 (Season 2) - "How I Prepare for Holiday Parties"
    In this episode I share about how I prevent anxiety during all the holiday parties this week.My websites are here and here.My Instagram is here. 
  • Episode #28 (Season 2) - "Why I Keep Going to Meetings"
    In this episode I share a little bit about why I continue attending meetings.I also read some passages from "More Sarcastic Daily Meditations." Get my books here.My Instagram is here.Emails, stats, shirts, etc., are here.
  • Episode #29 (Season 2) - "Would I Change Anything if I Only Had One More Day to Live?"
    If God showed up and said to me, "You can't say anything to anyone, but you only have one more day to live", would I change anything?
  • Episode #30 (Season 2) - "The Lens of Recovery"
    In this episode I talk about not making  separating God from other things, but rather, looking at everything through the lens of recovery. 
  • Episode #31 (Season 2) - "This Feeling Will Pass"
    In this episode, I talk about how easy it is to feel like what I'm feeling now is something I'll feel forever. And I share about things that have helped me over the years with this.www.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #32 (Season 2) - "Who's Allowed in Your Inner Circle?"
    In this episode I talk about how I learned to be more careful about with whom I share my time.My website and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #33 (Season 2) - "Am I Adding or Subtracting?"
    In this episode I dumb down the message I understand to be in the Big Book to a very simple principle: Am I adding or subtracting?My Books and My Podcast Merchandise make great gifts. 
  • Episode #34 (Season 2) - "Sometimes Leaving is Loving"
    In this episode I talk about those cases where no amount of patience helps.Is it loving to not honor my highest self?
  • Episode #35 (Season 2) - "Do I Miss the Chaos of the Alcoholic's Life?"
    In this episode, I read an anonymous email from a listener who asks if I miss the chaos of an alcoholic's life.I discuss:- My own experience- My understanding of alcoholism- "The Drama Triangle"/ A Family Disease/ ACAE-mail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.comGet your friends and family fun gifts here and here!
  • Episode #36 (Season 2) - "The Simple Principle of Step Three"
    In this episode I talk about my understanding of the very simple principle of Step Three: How Can I Help?Get my books here.Instagram here. Other fun things here. 
  • Episode #37 (Season 2) - "The Value of Today is Not Up to Anyone But Me"
    In this episode I talk about how we get to assign meaning to today - the value of today is not up to anyone but me.
  • Episode #38 (Season 2) - "What Am I Actually Demonstrating?"
    What do I actually demonstrate? Before I truly practiced demonstrating anything, all the 12 Step stuff was strictly intellectual and empty. www.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #39 (Season 2) - "Trying to Apply Spiritual Principles Before Cleaning House"
    In this episode I talk about how hard it is to try and be spiritual before I've made a vigorous attempt to clean house.-  "The Nickel Analogy"My Instagram.E-MAIL ME! sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #40 (Season 2) - "The Best Gift"
    In this episode I share about my first sober Christmas, the gift I gave, and the lasting impact it had on me.RecoveryRadioKMP3.com
  • Episode #41 (Season 2) - "If You're Struggling Today, I Made This For You"
    If you're having a hard time today, I made this for you. XOXO
  • Episode #42 (Season 2) - "Judging in Meetings"
    In this episode I read an email and talk about spiritual arrogance. 
  • Episode #43 (Season 2) - "Continuous Sobriety is Possible. And it Can Be Amazing."
    In this episode I answer an email that asks, "When did you start to believe you could stay sober forever?" www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #44 (Season 2) - "Boring Ol' Time"
    In this episode I talk about the totally boring-sounding  things that have most helped me to quiet my mind.Practice and time.email: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #45 (Season 2) - "We Are Now on a Different Basis"
    In this episode, I read from the Big Book and I talk about how I've come to rely upon a God of my own understanding. 
  • Episode #46 (Season 2) - "I Know Meeting Makers Who Didn't Make It"
    I've known lots of meeting makers who didn't make it. Meeting on Tuesday. Meeting on Wednesday. Drinking on Thursday. In this episode, I share a little bit about my experience with this and some thoughts about it. 
  • Episode #47 (Season 2) - "Another Name for Fears"
    In this episode I share my experience, strength and hope concerning fears.My websites are here, here, and here. 
  • Episode #48 (Season 2) - "Step 11 Reading"
    In this episode, I read Step Eleven from the book, Alcoholics Anonymous.
  • Episode #49 (Season 2) - "A Recipe for Misery"
    It's casual friday, so I discuss various topics.- "A member of Alcoholics Anonymous"-  Sarcastic Meditations- Emmet Fox - "How to Be Unhappy"
  • Episode #50 (Season 2) - "A Power That Will Keep Us Sober"
    In this episode I read some of We Agnostics  from the Big Book, and I share some of my thoughts and experiences concerning the text. My website.My books.My Instagram.E-mail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.comTHANK YOU FOR MAKING ME THE #1 SOBRIETY PODCAST on FEEDSPOT!
  • Episode #51 (Season 2) - "Quietly Playing God"
    In this episode I read part of Step Three from the Big Book, and discuss some of my thoughts and experience on the subject. Thank you for making me #1 on the list of sobriety podcasts at Feedspot! 
  • Episode #52 (Season 2) - "Have I Already Decided How Today Will Go?"
    In this episode I share about my experience with deciding in advance how the day will go, and about how I block myself from God whenever I do that. Email: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #53 (Season 2) - "Quieting Thoughts"
    In this episode I talk about how and why my thoughts became quiet over time. Thank you for supporting this show! 
  • Episode #54 (Season 2) - "Mental Strain"
    In this episode, I read a passage from Emmet Fox about how all mental effort defeats itself, and then I tie it into a passage from the Big Book. And I talk about my experience with this. 
  • Episode #55 (Season 2) - "Sex Conduct in My First Year"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with relationships, particularly in the first year of my sobriety. My website.My books.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #56 (Season 2) - "What Am I Taking for Granted?"
    What am I taking for granted?Just asking myself that question will shift my perspective.In this episode, I talk about my experience with this. Books.Instagram.Assorted Sundries. 
  • Episode #57 (Season 2) - "My Friend Joins the Big Meeting in the Sky"
    Last weekend I got to attend a celebration of life. It was held for a person who had an enormous influence on my sobriety. In this episode, I simply share my thoughts about my experience at this beautiful event. My websites are here and here.My Instagram. My email: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #58 (Season 2) - "Is the Behavior of a Sponsee Hurting You? "
    In this episode I read an email regarding being hurt by the actions of sponsees. I share my thoughts and my own experience with this kind of thing. 
  • Episode #59 (Season 2) - "The Simple Message That Set Me Free"
    In this episode I briefly discuss the heart of the message in the Big Book that changed my whole life back when I was around two and a half years sober. www.sarcasticbigbook.com
  • Episode #60 (Season 2) - "The Profound Value of Humor"
    The Big Book says that cheerfulness and laughter are useful. In this episode I talk about my experience with bringing humor into my daily life.
  • Episode #61 (Season 2) - "Playing God With a Sponsee's Amends"
    In this episode I answer a question from an email that asks, "How involved are you in a sponsee's amends process?" 
  • Episode #62 (Season 2) - "The Principles of Steps Eight & Nine"
    In this episode I read an email about Steps 8 and 9, and I share my own experience with the topic. Email: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #63 (Season 2) - Knowing It Verses Living It"
    "The spiritual life is not a theory.  We have to live it."  - Alcoholics Anonymous, page 83In this episode I share some of my experience concerning the difference between knowing this stuff and actually living it. 
  • Episode #64 (Season 2) - "Letter From a Listener: The Obsession Has Returned"
    In this episode I read an email from a listener and relate my experiences. Topics:- The obsession returning- Feel like a fraud so I don't want to sponsor- Step Ten- Step Eleven - The Step Four tools
  • Episode #65 (Season 2) - Does That Come From the Fellowship or the Book?"
    In this episode I talk a little bit about some understandings of some general concepts, and how different they often are from what is in the Big Book. My websites are here and here.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #66 (Season 2) - "Why I Went Through the Steps Very Quickly"
    In this episode I explain some of the reasons I went through the steps rapidly. My website.My books.My Instagram.
  • Episode #67 (Season 2) - "Trying Not to Think About It is Thinking About It"
    In this episode I read an Emmet Fox essay from "The Golden Key" that discusses some of the laws of thinking, specifically, the law of substitution.Then I read from the Big Book and tie this all together with my personal experience. 
  • Episode #68 (Season 2) - "Chapter Two: There is a Solution, Line by Line, Part 1"
    In this episode, I begin my line by line reading of Chapter Two, There is a Solution.email me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #69 (Season 2) - "There is a Solution, Line by Line, Part 2"
    Part two of my line by line reading of Chapter Two, There is a Solution.email me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #70 (Season 2) - "There is a Solution, Line by Line, Part 3"
    The conclusion of my line by line reading of Chapter Two, There is a Solution.email me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #71 (Season 2) - "Achieving Harmony No Matter What's Going On"
    In this episode, I talk about a crazy God experience I had in AA, and my current understanding of how to bring harmony into my life no matter what. Also - a reading from Emmet FoxThank you for supporting my podcast! www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #72 (Season 2) - "The Original Big Book Manuscript"
    In this episode I read from the original manuscript of the book, Alcoholics Anonymous. Specifically, I go over the beginning of How it Works, and part of the Step Eleven reading. 
  • Episode #73 (Season 2) - "The Key Ingredient"
    In this episode I talk about what I understand as to what is the key ingredient in my staying sober. www.recoveryradiokmp3.comwww.sarcasticbigbook.comMy Instagram
  • Episode #74 (Season 2) - "Nonlinear Big Book Study"
    In this episode I talk a little bit about the format with which I first went through the Big Book in 1992.  It changed everything about my sobriety.  Email: sarcasticbigbook @gmail.com
  • Episode #75 (Season 2) - "The Difference Between Making a Mistake and Doing Something Wrong"
    In this episode I talk about my understanding of the difference between making a mistake and doing something wrong. recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #76 (Season 2) - "Nothing in Particular, It's 'Casual Friday'"
    In this episode, because it's "Casual Friday," I just spend some time hanging out with you, talking about nothing in particular. THANK YOU FOR OVER A HALF A MILLION LISTENS
  • Episode #77 (Season 2) - "It's Way More Than Just An Inventory"
    In this episode I read more from the original Big Book manuscript and talk about the tools in Step Four.
  • Episode #78 (Season 2) - "Am I Making People's Lives Harder?"
    Now that my life has been saved, what am I doing with it? Do I think about whether or not I'm going around making the lives of others more difficult? 
  • Episode #79 (Season 2) - "My Personal Story Regarding School"
    In this episode I share my personal story regarding going to school. From getting F's in sixth grade to my sober experience in well-known universities. My InstagramMy BooksMy Website
  • Episode 80 (Season 2) - "Step Three, Line by Line"
    In this episode, I go through Step Three in the Big Book, line by line, and share my experience with and understanding of it. ALSO: I share about the good experience I'm having with EMDR therapy.My Instagram, and my books, and my website. Thank you for over 10, 000 listens each week! 
  • Episode #1 (Season 3) - "Relapse Prevention According to AA"
    In this episode, I read from pages 100- 101 in the Big Book and talk about my own experience with "the alcoholic mind", keeping in fit spiritual condition, and being able to be around alcohol. Thank you for over 10,000 listens a week. RECOVERYRADIOKMP3.com
  • Episode #2 (Season 3) - "My First Experience With the Third Step Prayer"
    In this episode, I share my personal experience concerning my first experience with the Third Step prayer. 
  • Episode #3 (Season 3) - "But What is Selfish?"
    The Big Book says, "Above everything, we alcoholics must be rid of our selfishness."But what is selfish?In this episode, I share some of my experience and thoughts concerning this.Get my books.Get other fun things.My Instagram.Email me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #4 (Season 3) - "Dealing With Fear"
    The Big Book says fear is a manifestation of self.The Big Book says we outgrow fear.The Big Book says our fears will fall from us.The Big Book says we watch for (not dwell on) fear, and that, on a go forward basis, when fears crop up, we ask God to remove them at once.In this episode I read some things from the Big Book, and I talk about my experience 
  • Episode #5 (Season 3) - "Dumbing it Down"
    In this episode I talk about how simple I've learned to keep this: Is it selfish or not?I also read from Emmet Fox about everything either stemming from fear or from love.I believe these concepts to be wholly interchangeable. 
  • Episode #6 (Season 3) - "Two Fold Malady"
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  • Episode #7 (Season 3) - "Boredom"
    In this episode I share my understanding and experience concerning boredom. And the simple way I found to overcome it. 
  • Episode #8 (Season 3) - "Early Sobriety (My First Episode, Reposted)"
    I am on vacation, so I am reposting my very first episode, from July of 2019. Enjoy! sarcasticbigbook.comrecoveryradiokmp3.comFollow me on Instagram
  • Episode #9 (Season 3) - "A Recipe for Misery That Works Really Well"
    Being miserable. Over the years, I've learned how to do it. I have the recipe. I've gotten really good at it. In this episode I share a recipe for misery that works really well. 
  • Episode #10 (Season 3) - "Trying to Prevent Others from Relapsing"
    In this episode I read what the Big Book says about trying to protect a struggling alcoholic from relapse. Also: Being Your Own Loving Parent             Living Step Three
  • Episode #11 (Season 3) - "My Guest is Ian"
    In this episode, I talk to someone who struggled for years in AA, unable to stay sober very long, until he found a sponsor who took him through the 12 Steps in a matter of days instead of weeks or months. www.recoveryradiokmp3.com
  • Episode #12 (Season 3) - "Being Stuck on Step Nine is a Step Three Issue"
    In this episode I share my experience with being stuck on amends you know you should make. And how it is really a Step Three issue.My websites are here and here. My Instagram is here. 
  • Episode #13 (Season 3) - "Playing God With Sponsees"
    In this episode I share my thoughts and some of my experience concerning playing God with a sponsee. It's easy to do. How do I know I'm doing it? When a sponsee is frustrating me. 
  • Episode #14 (Season 3) - "The Person Who Signs My Checks is Not My Employer"
    Page 63 of the Big Book says, "When we sincerely took this position, all sorts of remarkable things followed. We had a new employer." In this episode I talk about bringing that mentality to my actual workplace. Email me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #15 (Season 3) - "Time: The Most Valuable Currency We Have"
    In this episode I talk about my experience concerning how I choose to spend the most valuable currency there is: time. 
  • Episode #16 (Season 3) - "Being a 'Tommy-Topper'"
    In this episode I talk about coming out on top in every conversation. And how I slowly came to see this as my self-centeredness. 
  • Episode #17 (Season 3) - "Love is Always Constructive, and It Must Travel"
    In this episode I talk about how the AA principles have taught me that a loving act is always a constructive act, and it must travel because it simply cannot be destroyed. It has to keep going. From one person to another. Somehow. It has to keep moving. Unlike fear and hatred, which are always destructive, love only builds and can't be destroyed. 
  • Episode #18 (Season 3) - "Unsolicited Advice About Medication Kills People"
    It is my experience that unsolicited advice about medication kills people.In this episode, I read from the Big Book, where it states that spirituality can be an incredible health restorative, but goes on to tell us that we should not hesitate to see doctors.
  • Episode #19 (Season 3) - "What Does Prayer Do?"
    In this episode, I read Emmet Fox's thoughts on what prayer actually does and I relate it to my own experience. 
  • Episode #20 (Season 3) - "Big Book Quiz, #2"
    In this episode, I go over a brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.Knowing what's in the Big Book and actually doing what's in the Big Book are two different things.  This is true.  
  • Episode #21 (Season 3) - "If You're Hurting, I Made This for You"
    In this episode, I was moved to reflect a bit on some of the pain and suffering I've been able to endure in my sobriety. Perhaps hearing this will bring a little comfort to you.
  • Episode #22 (Season 3) - "A Simple and Sustainable Message"
    In this episode I talk about the simple and sustainable message I understand to be in the Big Book. My website is here.My books are here and on Amazon.My Instagram is here.sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com 
  • Episode #23 (Season 3) - "Projecting My Defects On Beliefs About God"
    In this episode I talk about some of the things I've believed about God.
  • Episode #24 (Season 3) - "Am I Trying to Run the Show?"
    In this episode I share some of my experience concerning living on self-propulsion. And how it always creates some sort of conflict.
  • Episode #25 (Season 3) - "Restored to Sanity"
    Step Two refers to its very own definition of the word "sanity." In this episode I read various passages from the book, Alcoholics Anonymous, that relate to said definition - to being placed in a position of neutrality concerning alcohol. And I share about my personal experience as it relates to it. 
  • Episode #26 (Season 3) - "On What Am I Focused?"
    What do I focus on?Where do I focus my attention?How do I use my willpower? In this episode I read from Emmet Fox and from the AA Big Book.And I share my experience, strength, and hope. 
  • Episode #27 (Season 3) - "Just Some Things For Which I'm Grateful"
    In this episode, I simply share some things for which I'm grateful.sarcasticbigbook.comrecoveryradiokmp3.comFollow my Instagramemail: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #28 (Season 3) "Big Book Quiz, # 3"
    In this episode, I go over another multiple choice Big Book quiz.Knowing what's in the Big Book and actually doing what's in the Big Book are two different things.  This is true.  
  • Episode #29 (Season 3) - "Big Book Quiz, #4"
    In this episode, I go over a fourth brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.Knowing what's in the Big Book and actually doing what's in the Big Book are two different things.  This is true.  
  • Episode #30 (Season 3) - "How Do I Avoid Drama?"
    In this episode I share about a simple mindset that causes drama, a hundred percent of the time, and how I avoid it these days as best I can.My website.My Books.My Instagram.
  • Episode #31 (Season 3) - "Why I'm a Big Book Thumper"
    Why am I a "Big Book Thumper?"In this episode, I explain why. And it's in large part because I've seen, over the years, everything else fail. Follow me on Instagram
  • Episode #32 (Season 3) - "Big Book Quiz, #5"
    In this episode, I go over a fifth brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.But knowing what's in the Big Book and actually doing what's in the Big Book are two different things. My websites are here, here, and here. 
  • Episode #33 (Season 3) - "Big Book Quiz, #6"
    In this episode, I go over a sixth, brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.www.sarcasticbigbook.comemail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #34 (Season 3) - "Just Apply What You Already Know"
    In this episode, I read something from Emmet Fox, where he talks about the fact that all we need to do is apply what we know right now. And I tie this to my own experiences. 
  • Episode #35 (Season 3) - "Doing the Steps Quickly"
    In this episode, I talk about how important it was for me to go through steps 3-9 quickly. It made all the difference in the world for me. 
  • Episode #36 (Season 3) - "Big Book Quiz, #7"
    In this episode, I go over a seventh, brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.www.sarcasticbigbook.comemail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #37 (Season 3) - "How is My Spiritual Condition?"
    The Big Book says I have a "daily reprieve" from "the insanity of the first drink" that is completely contingent on the maintenance of my spiritual condition.In this episode I talk about some of the things I watch for in order to attempt to discern my spiritual fitness. Follow me: InstagramGet my books.Email me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #38 (Season 3) - "Big Book Quiz, #8"
    In this episode, I go over the eighth, brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.www.sarcasticbigbook.comemail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #39 (Season 3) - "Tomorrow's Not Promised"
    In this episode I talk about the state of mind I try to stay in as best I can.Knowing tomorrow's not promised to me.My website.My books.My Instagram. 
  • Episode #40 (Season 3) - "Why Continue Going to Meetings?"
    I still go to about seven meetings a week.In this episode, I talk about my reasons for this, and my current experience with doing this.Email me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.comWWW.SARCASTICBIGBOOK.COM
  • Episode #41 (Season 3) - "Big Book Quiz, #9"
    In this episode, I go over the ninth, brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.www.sarcasticbigbook.comemail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #42 (Season 3) - "People Pleasing Verses Actually Helping"
    In this episode I talk about some of my own personal beliefs concerning helping someone verses people pleasing. www.sarcasticbigbook.comemail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.comINSTAGRAM
  • Episode #43 (Season 3) "True Independence"
    In this episode I talk about freedom from fear. Freedom from the bondage of self. And freedom from the desire to drink.
  • Episode #44 (Season 3) - "Big Book Quiz, #10"
    In this episode, I go over the tenth, brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.www.sarcasticbigbook.comemail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #45 (Season 3) - "Do or Think Something Loving Right Now"
    It was really difficult in the early months of my sobriety.My head wouldn't shut up.I worried about everything.In this episode, I share about how I was able to start slowly quieting my brain.And I still do the same thing today whenever I need to. sarcastic big bookInstagramrecovery radio on kmp3
  • Episode #46 (Season 3) - "Getting Spiritually Arrogant"
    In this episode I talk about how easy it is to start getting spiritually arrogant, over and over, as time goes on.And I talk about a state of mind I try my best to stay in as often as possible. My website and my books and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #47 (Season 3) - "Various Humorous Meditations"
    In this episode, I read some humorous meditations and share some thoughts about them.My website and my books and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #48 - "Principles to Practice When Someone Offends Me"
    In this episode, I read from page 66 and 67 in the Big Book, and talk about the importance of continuing to practice these principles in my daily life. My website and my books and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #49 (Season 3) - "The Simple Fix"
    In this episode I talk about the simple fix that takes care of almost all of my problems.Even though I've found the above to be true, it's usually the last solution I consider. My website and my books and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #50 (Season 3) - "People Can Tell How Grateful I Am"
    I say I'm grateful a lot. But the fact is, everyone around me knows exactly how grateful, or ungrateful, I am...just by watching me.My website and my books and my Instagram. 
  • Episode 51 (Season 3) - "A Handful of Various Thoughts About Recovery"
    Just sorta hang out with you today. Running off at the mouth about various things. My website and my books and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #52 (Season 3) - "Radical Acceptance"
    In this episode, I share my thoughts about the idea of radical acceptance. And I read a little from the Bog Book. My website and my books and my Instagram. 
  • Episode #53 (Season 3) - "Relationships in Sobriety"
    In the early years of my sobriety, I was always in relationships that failed, over and over and over again. In this episode, I share some of my personal experience concerning relationships in sobriety. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff. 
  • Episode #54 (Season 3) - "Confused About the Word, 'Harm?' What is its Opposite?"
    In this episode, I talk about the word, "harm." What does it mean? What is its opposite? Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff. 
  • Episode #55 (Season 3) - "Am I Looking at This World Selfishly?"
    The Big Book talks about "politicians and reformers" who believe everything would be  fine if other people would behave themselves. The Big Book describes this is selfishness and self-centeredness. Am I indulging in cynicism over the state of the nations, something our book implores us to not do?Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff. 
  • Episode #56 (Season 3) - "The Fear That God's Will For Me is Negative"
    In this episode I read some Emmet Fox and tie it into the Big Book, and my own experience, concerning the belief I now hold that God indeed wants us to be happy, joyous, and free. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff. 
  • Episode #57 (Season 3) - "Waking Up Without Fear"
    In this episode, I read the things the Big Book asks us to do when we are in fear.And I talk about my own experience concerning waking up in fear, and also, waking up with gratitude and a sense of purpose.Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff. 
  • Episode #58 (Season 3) - "Doing Step Four in One Day"
    In this episode I read from the Big Book and share my experiences concerning doing Step Four in one day. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff. 
  • Episode #59 (Season 3) - “Some Things for Which I’m Grateful"
    Here, I just hang out with you and run through some things for which I'm grateful. Join me!Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff. 
  • Episode #60 (Season 3) - "Love is the Only Thing I Should Take Personally"
    Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff. 
  • Episode #61 (Season 3) - "My Guest is Dave"
    FOUL LANGUAGE ALERTMy friend Dave and I hang out and talk about nothing in particular and cuss up a storm. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff. 
  • Episode #62 (Season 3) - "My Guest is Hailee"
    Hailee hangs out and shares with us, amongst other things, her definition of God. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff. 
  • Episode #63 (Season 3) - "More with Dave"
    My friend Dave and I hang out and talk some more. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #64 (Season 3) - "Taking Someone Through Step Four"
    In this episode I go through the Big Book and explain exactly what I do when I take my sponsees through Step Four. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #65 (Season 3) - "Describing Alcoholism to the Newcomer"
    The Big Book says that when a person working with a newcomer is "properly armed with facts" about alcoholism, it makes all the difference in the world. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #66 (Season 3) - "The Essentials of Recovery"
    Page 568 of the Big Book states that the essentials of recovery - honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness - are absolutely necessary. In this episode, I share some of my experience regarding this. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #67 (Season 3) - "An Evil and Corroding Thread"
    In this episode, I read from The Big Book and discuss what it says about fear.Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #68 (Season 3) - "Taylor and Dave Talk About Feeling Safety in AA"
    In this episode, my friends Dave and Taylor join me to have a conversation about safety in AA. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #69 (Season 3) - "Confusion About Recovered vs. Recovering"
    In this episode I read all the Big Book's references to the words, "recovered" (16 times)  and "recovering" (one time) and I talk about why there is confusion within the fellowship concerning these terms. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #70 (Season 3) - "Greeting Fear With Love"
    To my understanding of the 12 Steps, one could break it all down to this: go into the world and practice greeting fear with love. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #71 (Season 3) - "How I Began to Forgive Myself"
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  • Episode #72 (Season 3) - "The Problem and the Plot"
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  • Episode #73 (Season 3) - "Practicing These Principles at Home"
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  • Episode #74 (Season 3) - "Feeling Pressured by People in the Fellowship"
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  • Episode #75 (Season 3) - "Imposing My Will on Others"
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  • Episode #76 (Season 3) - "An Alcoholic Mind"
    The Big Book says that an alcoholic who can't be around alcohol without wanting to drink "still has an alcoholic mind" because there is something wrong with their spiritual status. In this episode, I share some of my experiences concerning this. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #77 (Season 3) - "The 12 Steps"
    In this episode I read the 12 Steps and I break them down a bit according to my own understanding.  I'm just one person sharing my beliefs. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #78 (Season 3) - "Getting Discouraged by Sponsorship"
    In this episode I share about the very simple job of a sponsor according to the Big Book, and I read some of what it says about this. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #79 (Season 3) - "Should There Be Long Breaks Between Each of the Steps?"
    If you're on Step Nine, how long should you wait to be on Step Ten?If you're on Step Ten, how long should you wait to be on Step Eleven?Etc., etc.In this episode I share my personal thoughts concerning this. Check out my books.Follow me on Instagram.Other fun stuff.
  • Episode #80 (Season 3) - "To be Helpful..."
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  • Episode #1 (Season 4) - "AA is So Much Bigger Than Just the Meetings I Attend"
    In this episode I share about how easy it is for me to forget that AA is so much bigger than just the meetings I attend.  Sounds simple and obvious maybe, but I sure forget that easily. Stats, Letters, Mugs, Shirts Sarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations books Follow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #2 (Season 4) - "When I'm Afraid, Anxious, or Confused"
    In this episode, I talk about the basic tools (principles) of which I remind myself when I'm feeling afraid, anxious, or confused. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #3 (Season 4) - "The 12 Steps Have Changed Me"
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  • Episode #4 (Season 4) - "Trusting and Relying Upon God"
    In this episode, I read some Emmet Fox, and I read from The Big Book, and I talk about my undying need to live on a spiritual basis. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #5 (Season 4) - "One Simple Principle to Practice"
    In this episode I read one simple principle from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, and discuss my experience with its daily application. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #6 (Season 4) - "Thoughts When I'm Feeling Low"
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  • Episode #7 (Season 4) - "Thoughts That Must Go With Us Constantly"
    This is my anniversary month, which always gets me to reflect quite a bit.In this episode, I share about some discoveries in my sobriety that are profound to me.And the part of the Big Book that I credit for being where I am at the current time in my life. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram
  • Episode #8 (Season 4) - "It Can't Be That Simple"
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  • Episode #9 (Season 4) - "What Long Term Sobriety Feels Like Today"
    I describe my thought and feelings the day after celebrating 34 years of sobriety. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram
  • Episode #10 (Season 4) - "Meditations for the Sake of Cheerfulness and Laughter"
    I read various humorous meditations from some of my books.Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #11 (Season 4) - "Early Sobriety Was Not Easy"
    Rebroadcast of an episode from Season One about how difficult early sobriety was for me. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode#12 (Season 4) - "Being Guided By Love"
    In this episode I share a remarkable experience I had yesterday, and I talk about my belief that it came as the result of not trusting fear, but being guided by love. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #13 (Season 4) - "Am I Altering the Recipe?"
    Do I believe AA actually works?Is it working for me?If not, am I sure I'm not altering the recipe?Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #14 (Season 4) - "What If You Knew You Only Had One Day Left?"
    Tomorrow is not promised to any of us.What if you knew you had 24 hours to live?Would it change how you thought or acted? Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #15 (Season 4) - "Focus on Love"
    In this episode I read Steps Six and Seven from The Big Book and discuss my own belief as to why these steps are brief. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #16 (Season 4) - "Analyzing Oneself Constantly"
    In this episode I read from Emmet Fox and the Big Book and I talk about the negative results I achieved when I used to analyze my spirituality constantly. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #17 (Season 4) - "No One Wants To Be On Someone's Fourth Step"
    In this episode I talk about the moment I first realized that no one wants to be on someone's Fourth Step. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #18 (Season 4) - "God Can Remove Self"
    According to the Big Book, God will remove whatever self is blocking you. In this episode I talk about my experience and thoughts concerning this. Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #19 (Season 4) - "Always On the Clock"
    The Big Book says we have a new employer.Do I think about that while I'm at my actual workplace?When I'm at home?In this episode I talk about not clocking out all day, and keeping the keystone in place. 
  • Episode #20 (Season 4) - "Mislabeled Information"
    Is my life good or bad?What information am I using to come up with an answer?Is it the correct information?Is the information labeled correctly? Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #21 (Season 4) - "Allowing Yourself to Feel Sadness"
    In this episode I read an email from a listener who is grieving a loss.And I talk about my experience concerning allowing myself to feel sadness.Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #22 (Season 4) - "Do You Get Anxious About Leading a Meeting?"
    Do you get anxious when asked to lead or speak at a meeting?In this episode I talk about my experience with this, and share how I solved that through practicing the principles in the Big Book.Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #23 (Season 4) - "Reasons I Struggled in Early Sobriety"
    I struggled a lot for the first couple years of my sobriety.In this episode I talk about some of the reasons why.Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #24 (Season 4) - "Happy Thanksgiving"
    Today is a special bonus Thanksgiving episode.Sending you lots of love and gratitude. Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #25 (Season 4) - "God Has Entered Into Our Hearts"
    The 12 Steps have cause a dramatic change in me. In this episode I read from page 25 in the book, Alcoholics Anonymous.And I share about my experience with God entering my heart.www.sarcasticbigbook.comwww.recoveryradiokmp3.comFollow me on Instagram
  • Episode #26 (Season 4) - "Wise Activity and Wise Relaxation"
    In this episode, I read Emmet Fox and I tie it together with something in The Big Book. I talk about how important it has become in my life to plan focused activity.  And how important it's also been to plan times for focused relaxation. www.sarcasticbigbook.comwww.recoveryradiokmp3.comFollow me on Instagram
  • Episode #27 (Season 4) - "Things the Big Book Suggests I Do Every Day"
    A lot of times, things in life seem extremely complicated.In my experience, the things the Big Book suggests that I practice every single day always uncomplicate everything. Get my books right here! Get mugs and other things here!Follow me on Instagram right here!
  • Episode #28 (Season 4) - "Do I Behave Selfishly in Meetings?"
    In this episode I share about some of my experience concerning how I can engage in selfish behavior in meetings.  And why I strive to not do that. Get my books right here!Get mugs and other things here!Follow me on Instagram right here!
  • Episode #29 (Season 4) - "Supply the Opposite"
    In this episode I read from various pages in the Big Book,  and then I read something from Emmet Fox. All of which speaks to simply focusing on love. Get my books right here!Get mugs and other things here!Follow me on Instagram right here!
  • Episode #30 (Season 4) - "The Simplicity of What I Practice"
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  • Episode #31 (Season 4) - "These Little Important Moments"
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  • Episode #32 (Season 4) - "What the Big Book Says About Step Five"
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  • Episode #33 (Season 4) - "Conscious Contact With God"
    What does it mean to have a conscious contact with God? In this episode I share some of my experiences concerning this. Get my books right here!Get mugs and other things here!Follow me on Instagram right here!
  • Episode #34 (Season 4) - "The Courage to Change the Things I Can"
    According the the Big Book, there are things we should change rather than accept.In this episode, I read a few passages from the Big Book and talk about some of my experiences with acceptance and codependency.  Get my books right here!Get mugs and other things here!Follow me on Instagram right here!
  • Episode #35 (Season 4) - "Some Beliefs About What God's Will is Not"
    I do not think that I know what God's will is.But in this episode I talk about some things I believe are not God's will. Give the gift of sarcasm! My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #36 (Season 4) - "The Difference Between Utterly and Partially"
    In this episode I read some Emmet Fox and I read from the Big Book, and I talk about the difference between the words utterly and partially.Give the gift of sarcasm! My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #37 (Season 4) - "I Love Alcoholics Anonymous"
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  • Episode #38 (Season 4) - "I've Remained Fired Up!"
    People procrastinate. They balk. I do not relate to being okay with this. I do not relate to this being acceptable.I've remained fired up since I first surrendered my will and life to God.Here, I talk about this. My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #39 (Season 4) - "The First Two Times I Was Sober on Christmas" - A Bonus Holiday Episode
    In this bonus holiday episode, I talk about the first two times I was sober for Christmas.My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #40 (Season 4) - "Simple Daily Directions Read Out of the Big Book"
    In this episode I just read from the Big Book.Step Three. Step Ten.Step Eleven. My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #41 (Season 4) - "13th Steppers"
    In this episode I talk about what is known as 13th steppers - people with time who hit on newcomers. My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #42 (Season 4) - "Giving Others Some of the Grace I Receive"
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  • Episode #43 (Season 4) - "A Simple Meditation"
    In this episode I simply close my eyes and pray and meditate out loud. 
  • Episode #44 (Season 4) - "Not Needing to Know the Future"
    In this episode I read a little Emmet Fox, and a little from The Big Book, and I share about some of my experience concerning not needing to know the future.
  • Episode #45 (Season 4) - "Outgrowing Your Sponsor"
    In this episode I talk about the man I called my sponsor for over thirty years, and the different phases I went through with both him and sponsorship. My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #46 (Season 4) - "Preventing Relapse According to the Big Book"
    Sometimes it sounds like we are just supposed to do a bunch of things to stay sober, and cross our fingers, and hope one of them works.But the Big Book is very clear and direct about what we need to do in order to remain sober. 
  • Episode #47 (Season 4) - "I Love the Steps"
    To me, people often make the 12 Steps sound terrible. Something to endure or get through. Something laborious and unpleasant. I love the steps. In this episode, I explain some of why this is. 
  • Episode #48 (Season 4) - "Trying to Fix What's Normal"
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  • Episode #49 (Season 4) - "Fear of Sharing in Meetings"
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  • Episode #50 (Season 4) - "Playing God Blocks God"
    Emmet Fox's the Unicorn  revisited. My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #51 (Season 4) - "Some Thoughts About Gratitude"
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  • Episode #52 (Season 4) - "Focus on Love"
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  • Episode #53 (Season 4) - "My Journey With God"
    In this bonus episode, I talk about some of my journey concerning my beliefs and experiences relating to God. My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #54 (Season 4) - "My Journey With God, Part Two"
    In this bonus episode, I continue my talk about some of my journey concerning my beliefs and experiences relating to God. My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #55 (Season 4) - "My Journey With God, Part Three"
    In this final bonus episode, I talk about some more about my journey concerning my beliefs and experiences relating to God. My books and other things.My Instagram.
  • Episode #56 (Season 4) - "Only One Simple Job No Matter What"
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  • Episode #57 (Season 4) - "Other Simple Steps"
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  • Episode #58 (Season 4) - "The Big Book Says We Lose The Alcoholic Mind"
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  • Episode #59 (Season 4) - "Beating Myself Up"
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  • Episode #60 (Season 4) - "A Map To Use Daily"
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  • Episode #1 (Season 5) - "Big Book Quiz #11"
    In this episode, I go over the eleventh, brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.www.sarcasticbigbook.comemail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #2 (Season 5) - "Big Book Quiz #12"
    In this episode, I go over the twelfth, brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.www.sarcasticbigbook.comemail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #3 (Season 5) - "People Pleasing is Actually Selfish"
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  • Episode #4 (Season 5) - "No Defects Come From Love"
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  • Episode #5 (Season 5) - "God Gave Us Brains"
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  • Episode #6 (Season 5) - "How the Original Message is Reversed"
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  • Episode #7 (Season 5) - "Freaking Out"
    In this episode I talk about some of my freak outs in early sobriety.recoveryradiokmp3.comMy InstagramGet my books on Amazon! The Sarcastic Big BookSarcastic Daily MeditationsMore Sarcastic Daily MeditationsCruel Truths: A Children's Book For Adults Only
  • Episode #8 (Season 5) - "What Helped Me Stop Freaking Out"
    In this episode I talk more about some of my freak outs in early sobriety.And reasons I attribute to those happening less often. recoveryradiokmp3.comMy InstagramGet my books on Amazon! The Sarcastic Big BookSarcastic Daily MeditationsMore Sarcastic Daily MeditationsCruel Truths: A Children's Book For Adults Only
  • Episode #9 (Season 5) - "Times I'm Really Struggling"
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  • Episode #10 (Season 5) - "Changing the Song"
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  • Episode #11 (Season 5) - "I Love AA Meetings"
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  • Episode #12 (Season 5) - "Handle It Right Now"
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  • Episode #13 (Season 5) - "Our Little Plans and Designs"
    My books and my Instagram.
  • Episode #14 (Season 5) - "Big Book Quiz, #13"
    In this episode, I go over the thirteenth, brand new, multiple choice Big Book quiz.www.sarcasticbigbook.comemail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #15 (Season 5) - "Do I Take Myself Too Seriously?"
    www.sarcasticbigbook.comemail me: sarcasticbigbook@gmail.com
  • Episode #16 (Season 5) - "Checking Thoughts at the Door"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #17 (Season 5) - "Sponsoring Shouldn't Be Stressful"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #18 (Season 5) - "We Come To Rely Upon It"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #19 (Season 5) - "There Really is a Solution"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #20 (Season 5) - "The Sarcastic Big Book"
    The content of this episode will just be a fun surprise. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #21 (Season 5) - "Do You Believe God Wants You To Be Happy?"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #22 (Season 5) - "In Case You Need Hope"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #23 (Season 5) - "Love is What Actually Matters"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #24 (Season 5) - "Preparing Today"
    In this episode I read a little Emmet Fox and talk about my own life regarding thoughts leading to experiences. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #25 (Season 5) - "How I Take People Through Step Four"
    In this episode I describe how I take people through the fourth step.  My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #26 (Season 5) - "If I Were Entitled to the Grace I've Received..."
     If I were entitled to the grace I've received, how would I conduct myself?My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #27 (Season 5) - "Casual Friday: Various Topics"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #28 (Season 5) - "Are You Outgrowing Fear?"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #29 (Season 5) - "I Felt Impatient and Lost"
    In this episode I talk about how impatient and lost I felt about my spiritual growth in the early years.I also read from Emmet Fox and the Big Book. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #30 (Season 5) - "An Email From a Listener"
    In this episode I respond  to an email from a listener, who writes: "I leave meetings and just want to cry. How did AA get so far off the original message? Any advice on how to cope with watered down AA?"I also read from the Big Book.My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #31 (Season 5) - "How I Talk to God"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #32 (Season 5) - "Love Has To Travel"
    From Season 1, back in 2020. This episode is about my belief that love travels and cannot be destroyed. 
  • Episode #33 (Season 5) - "A Way To Look At Fear"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #34 (Season 5) - "Don't Accept Everything"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #35 (Season 5) - "Truly Honoring Myself and Others"
    In this episode, I read from the Big Book, I read some Emmet Fox, and I talk about honoring myself and others. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #36 (Season 5) - "Results of a Simplified Message"
    In this episode, I read an email from a listener who describes something powerful that happened once the message was simplified.  My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #37 (Season 5) - "How I Take People Through the Steps"
    In this episode, I share, generally, about how I take someone through the steps.  My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #38 (Season 5) - "Some Simple Questions I Ask Myself"
     We are supposed to be helpful. In this episode, I talk about some simple things I ask myself throughout the day. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #39 (Season 5) - "Lightheartedness Praises God"
    Hopped up on coffee, I make a few calls and make it a very casual Friday.My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #40 (Season 5) - "The Message Was a Mess"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #41 (Season Five) - "The Power to Reason"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #42 (Season 5) - "Restless, Irritable, and Discontented"
    In this episode, I read an email from a listener about how being irritable, restless, and discontented is taken out of context on a regular basis. I also read from the Big Book and discuss all of this. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #43 (Season 5) - "There are Things That are Unacceptable"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #44 (Season 5) - "Not Trying to Control Others"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #45 (Season 5) - "Take Your Health Problems to Professionals"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #46 (Season 5) - "Some Really Fun Analogies"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #47 (Season 5) - "The Power to Carry It Out"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #48 (Season 5) - "Intuition"
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  • Episode #49 (Season 5) - "A Message to the Newcomer"
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  • Episode #50 (Season 5) - "The Simplicity of Step Two"
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  • Episode #51 (Season 5) - "Does How I Spend My Time Matter To Me?"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #52 (Season 5) - "I Trust God"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #53 (Season 5) - "Keep The Blinds Open"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode 54 (Season 5) - "Some Thoughts About Amends"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #55 (Season 5) - "My Life Has Become Manageable"
    What does the Big Book mean when it talks about my life being unmanageable in Step One? Here I share my own experience and thoughts on this. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #56 (Season 5) - "Simple To Explain, Hard to Do"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #57 (Season 5) - "What Is This Spiritual Structure?"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #58 (Season 5) - "Some Things That Block Me From God"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #59 (Season 5) - "Am I Freaking Out Right Now?"
    Reposting episode #306, Season 1
  • Episode #60 (Season 5) - "What the Big Book Says About Using Our Brains"
    Reposting  an episode from 2020. It is, sadly, a common belief amongst AA members that we should not use our brains, that our brains don't work.In this episode I talk about what the actual "Big Book" says about intelligence, and our need to use it. 
  • Episode #1 (Season 6) - "Living Step Eleven"
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  • Episode #2 (Season 6) - "My Guests are Kandice, Chelsea, and Dave"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #3 (Season 6) - "Starve Your Defects"
    In this episode, I read an email from a listener, and I talk about how the Big Book does not have us dwell  on our shortcomings. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #4 (Season 6) - "Deciding What Others Will Think"
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  • Episode #5 (Season 6) - "Why Do We Make Step Two So Hard For People?"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #6 (Season 6) - "Response to an Email"
    In this episode, I read an email and talk about confusion outside of the Big Book concerning the first few steps. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #7 (Season 6) - "Most Good Ideas Are Simple"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #8 (Season 6) - "Do You Think You Deserve The Grace You've Received?"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #9 (Season 6) - "Dealing With Difficult People? Here's the Bird Analogy"
    Are you struggling with someone?Here is the bird analogy. Maybe it'll help. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #10 (Season 6) - "Am I Accepting Things I Should Change? "
    In this episode, I read Emmet Fox and share about my own experiences in sobriety.My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #11 (Season 6) - "It Doesn't Serve God For Me to Think About This"
    My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #12 (Season 6) - "The Big Book Study That Changed My Life"
    I'm on vacation - so here is an episode from 2022.Have a beautiful week. I'll be back Friday. 
  • Episode #13 (Season 6) - "What Does The Big Book Really Say?"
    I'm still on vacation - so here is an episode from 2021.
  • Episode #14 (Season 6) - "Am I Playing God With a Sponsee?"
    In this episode I talk about my experience with self-propulsion when it comes to sponsorship.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #15 (Season 6) - "Things That Are Untrue"
    In this episode I read from, More Sarcastic Daily Meditations, and I talk about some of the readings. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #16 (Season 6) - "Complicating the Steps"
    Am I making the steps a fussy, complicated endeavor?  In this episode I read Emmet Fox, and from the Big Book, and I talk about some of the readings.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #17 (Season 6) - "The Answers Will Come"
    In this episode I read an email from a listener, and I talk about what I concentrate on so I can hopefully help someone.  Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #18 (Season 6) - "Take Another Big Book Quiz"
    In this episode I read yet another Big Book quiz.  Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #19 (Season 6) - "Make Plans, Just Have a Big Eraser Handy"
    Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #20 (Season 6) - "Just Thanking God for Some Things"
    Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #21 (Season 6) - "Now That I'm Sober, What is My Real Job?"
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  • Episode #22 (Season 6) - "Two Alternatives"
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  • Episode #23 (Season 6) - "I'm Frustrated/I'm Playing God Right Now"
    Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #24 (Season 6) - "My Current Experience, Strength, and Hope"
    Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #25 (Season 6) - "The Big Book Says To Let People Know You Are Sorry"
    In some circles we are told not to tell people we are sorry. The Big Book says we let people know we are sorry. In this episode I talk about this. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #26 (Season 6) - "A Message from Listener a About the Big Book"
    Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #27 (Season 6) - "STEP ONE: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step One, and how important it was for me to seperate the two. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #28 (Season 6) - "STEP TWO: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Two, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #29 (Season 6) - "STEP THREE: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Three, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #30 (Season 6) - "STEP FOUR: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Four, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #31 (Season 6) - "STEP FIVE: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Five, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #32 (Season 6) - "STEP SIX: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Six, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #33 (Season 6) - "STEP SEVEN: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Seven, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #34 (Season 6) - "STEP EIGHT: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Eight, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #35 (Season 6) - "STEP NINE: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Nine, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #36 (Season 6) - "STEP TEN: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Ten, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #37 (Season 6) - "STEP ELEVEN: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Eleven, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #38 (Season 6) - "STEP TWELVE: Form Versus Substance"
    In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Twelve, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #39 (Season 6) - "The Unicorn"
    In this episode, I read some Emmet Fox and talk about trusting intuitive thoughts, and my belief that such thoughts are God. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #40 (Season 6) - "The Thought is a Lie"
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  • Episode #41 (Season 6) - "I'd Like to Normalize Struggling"
    Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #42 (Season 6) - "Slowing a Racing Mind"
    In this episode I share about how I've been able to slow my racing mind.It's in the Big Book. It's not complex, it has just taken practice.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #43 (Season 6) - "The Message is So Twisted"
    In this episode I share my experience strength and hope concerning my beliefs and understanding concerning Alcoholics Anonymous. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #44 (Season 6) - "Celebrate People While They're Still Alive"
    In this episode I share my experience strength and hope concerning the selfishness of withholding love. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #45 (Season 6) - "Sometimes Being Helpful is Saying No"
    In this episode I share my experience strength and hope concerning how self-care is sometimes erroneously considered selfish. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #46 (Season 6) - "To Sex Partners, From The Sarcastic Big Book"
    In this episode I read part of the chapter, "To Sex Partners", in, The Sarcastic Big Book. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #47 (Season 6) - "God Is"
    In this episode I talk about some of my personal beliefs and experiences concerning God.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #48 (Season 6) - "The Most Powerful Action I Take"
    In this episode I talk about the most powerful thing I do. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #49 (Season 6) - "The Underrated Value of Sober Time"
    Time in and of itself, in my opinion, doesn't necessarily mean anything. But staying sober, and remaining sober, has given me gifts I could not have received otherwise. In this episode I talk about some of the things that the experience of remaining sober has given me. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #50 (Season 6) - "Pray With Me"
    In this episode, I simply pray. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #1 (Season 7) - "Feeling Bad After Doing a Fifth Step"
    In this episode, I talk about how often I hear about people having bad experiences with Step Five. And I share some of my beliefs about why this is. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #2 (Season 7) - "The Confusing and Common Message That Kept Me Sick"
    In this episode, I talk about how a garbled, twisted, very common understanding of alcoholism kept me fighting things needlessly for years.  Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode 3 (Season 7) - "You Don't Always Know What People Are Going Through"
    In this episode, I discuss the fact that people are always going through things we don't always realize. Life is hard all on its own. I don't need to make anyone's life harder than it already is.  Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #4 (Season 7) - "Confused and Overwhelmed by AA?"
    Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #5 (Season 7) - "How To Never Get Frustrated With a Sponsee"
    In this episode, I talk about my thoughts, experience, and attitude concerning sponsorship.  Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #6 (Season 7) - "Thoughts on My Sobriety Anniversary"
    In this episode, I talk about my thoughts concerning celebrating 35 years of sobriety. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #7 (Season 7) - "How I Go Through The Day When I Don't Feel Good Inside"
    In this episode, I talk about how I go through the day when I don't feel good. Sad. Confused. Disillusioned.  Here I share my thoughts on days like this. Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #8 (Season 7) - "Emails From Listeners"
     Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #9 (Season 7) - "Thoughts on Contrary Action"
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  • Episode #10 (Season 7) - "The State of the Nations"
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  • Episode #11 (Season 7) - "Insanity According to the Big Book"
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  • Episode #12 (Season 7) - Morning Meditation/Get Out of the Way of God's Light"
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  • Episode #13 (Season 7) - "The Truth About Being Mean"
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  • Episode #14 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part One - Introduction"
    In this episode I just give a broad introduction to some information I will begin to go over that is based on a meeting that was started in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every way. (Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #15 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Two - THE PROBLEM GETS REMOVED"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 2: There is a problem that gets removed. (Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #16 (Season 7) - "What Does The Big Book Say? - Part Three - STEP ONE"
    In this episode, my friend Dave and I have a very general discussion about what the Big Book says concerning Step One, by sharing varying topics and the respective consensus of each, according to the study that's been described. - "Untreated alcoholism"- Insanity/Sanity- Unmanageability(Originally broadcast 2021)
  • Episode #17 (Season 7) - "What Does The Big Book Say? - Part Four - STEP TWO"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 4: Step Two(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #18 (Season 7) - "What Does The Big Book Say? - Part Five - STEP THREE"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 5: Step Three(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #19 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Six - INTRO TO STEP FOUR"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 6: Introduction to Step Four (Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #20 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Seven - STEP FOUR: RESENTMENTS"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 7: Step Four - Resentments(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #21 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Eight - STEP FOUR: FEAR"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 8: Step Four : Fear(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #22 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Nine - STEP FOUR: SEX"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 9: Step Four : Sex(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #23 (Season 7) - "My Bonus Thanksgiving Episode"
    I just thought I would drop a bonus episode this week and say Happy Thanksgiving. 
  • Episode #24 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Ten - STEP FIVE"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 10: Step Five(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #25 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Eleven - STEPS SIX & SEVEN"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 11: Steps 6 and 7(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #26 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Twelve - STEP EIGHT"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 12: Step Eight(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #27 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Thirteen - STEP NINE"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 13: Step Nine(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #28 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Fourteen - STEP TEN"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 14: Step Ten(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #29 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Fifteen - STEP ELEVEN"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 15: Step Eleven(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #30 (Season 7) - "What Does the Big Book Say? - Part Sixteen - STEP TWELVE"
    In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 16: Step Twelve(Originally broadcast in 2021) 
  • Episode #1 (Season 8) - "How I Stopped Complicating Everything"
    In this episode I share my experience concerning the early days of complicating everything.My websiteMy InstagramGet my books on Amazon
  • Episode #2 (Season 8) - "Higher Self Versus the Lower Self"
    In this episode I share my experience concerning the true self (higher self) and my lower self (fear-based self).My websiteMy InstagramGet my books on Amazon
  • Episode #3 (Season 8) - "Only the Heart Reaches the Heart"
    In this episode I share my experience concerning speaking from the neck up and trying to reach someone's heart. .My websiteMy InstagramGet my books on Amazon
  • Episode #4 (Season 8) - "What's My Mentality This Holiday Season?"
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  • Episode #5 (Season 8) - "Getting Out of the Way of God's Light"
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  • Episode #6 (Season 8) - "What is God's Role For Me Today?"
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  • Episode #7 (Season 8) - "How Often Do You think About God?"
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  • Episode #8 (Season 8) - "A Willingness to Serve Others That is Excessive"
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  • Episode #9 (Season 8) - "Just Admit It When You Are Sad or Mad"
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  • Episode #10 (Season 8) - "The Right Thoughts Never Race"
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  • Episode #11 (Season 8) - "A Quick Guide to Sponsorship According to Big Book"
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  • Episode #12 (Season 8) - "The 'Dogs in the House' Analogy"
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  • Episode #13 (Season 8) - "I'm Always Taking Countless Things For Granted"
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  • Episode #14 (Season 8) - "Why Don't More People Experience the Promises?"
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  • Episode #15 (Season 8) - "'Contrary Action' Just Means I Don't Want to Do It"
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  • Episode #16 (Season 8) - "Struggling with Step One"
    In this episode I read a couple emails from listeners, one of which concerns struggling with Step One. My websiteMy InstagramGet my books on Amazon
  • Episode #17 (Season 8) - "Many Ways Of Causing Harm"
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  • Episode #18 (Season 8) - "Thinking of God Throughout the Day"
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  • Episode #19 (Season 8) - "God is Available Right Now"
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  • Episode #20 (Season 8) - "Not An Overnight Matter"
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  • Episode #21 (Season 8) - "I Learned to Love Other People Until I Could Learn to Love Myself"
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  • Episode #22 (Season 8) - "The Straight Line Through the Maze"
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  • Episode #23 (Season 8) - "This is Really All About Love"
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  • Episode #24 (Season 8) - "It's Not a Pink Cloud"
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  • Episode #25 (Season 8) - "Feeling Peace in Uncertainty"
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  • Episode #26 (Season 8) - "Not Obligated to Everyone"
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  • Episode #27 (Season 8) - "Loneliness"
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  • Episode #28 (Season 8) - "May You Find Him Now"
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  • Episode #29 (Season 8) - "After Years of Sobriety, I Believe One Thing Actually Matters"
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  • Episode #30 (Season 8) - "Fear Sucks"
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  • Episode #31 (Season 8) - "I Will Pray With You"
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  • Episode #32 (Season 8) - "Words of Encouragement For Anyone Who Needs It"
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  • Episode #33 (Season 8) - "The Mental Diet"
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  • Episode #34 (Season 8) - "What Are the Principles I Practice?
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  • Episode #35 (Season 8) - "People Still Deserve Love When I'm Struggling"
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  • Episode #36 (Season 8) - "Are You Annoyed By People's Shares?"
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  • Episode #37 (Season 8) - "SPECIAL EPISODE - The Entire Form Versus Substance Series"
    The entire "Form Versus Substance" series, condensed for your enjoyment. Thank you Daniel T!  Check out his SA Fireside Podcast.) My websiteMy InstagramGet my books on Amazon
  • Episode #38 (Season 8) - "Overthinking"
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  • Episode #39 (Season 8) - "Love Must Travel"
    In this episode I talk about how the AA principles have taught me that a loving act is always a constructive act, and it must travel because it simply cannot be destroyed. It has to keep going. From one person to another. Somehow. It has to keep moving. Unlike fear and hatred, which are always destructive, love only builds and can't be destroyed. (Rebroadcast) 
  • Episode #40 (Season 8) - "We Should Use Our Brains"
    (Rebroadcast) Episode 5 Season 5, "God Gave Us Brains" 
  • Episode #41 (Season 8) - "Divine Discontentment, Revisited"
    In this episode I read something from Emmet Fox about the lesson contained in the transformation of caterpillar to butterfly.  What spurs about such a change is described as "divine discontentment." After I read it, I discuss this from several angles of my own experience.(Rebroadcast) 
  • Episode #42 (Season 8) - "The Third Step Prayer"
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  • Episode #43 (Season 8) - "Better Than Our Plans"
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  • Episode #44 (Season 8) - "You Write the Music"
  • Episode #45 (Season 8) - "Why I Became Verbally Affectionate"
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  • Episode #46 (Season 8) - "Outgrow Fear With Action"
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  • Episode #47 (Season 8) - "Should We Accept Everything?"
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  • Episode #48 (Season 8) - "I Was Scared, Lonely, Horny, and Confused"
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  • Episode #49 (Season 8) - "Two Very Helpful (But Boring) Things"
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  • Episode #50 (Season 8) - "Not Stuck With Selfishness!"
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  • Episode #51 (Season 8) - "Love God More Than Your Problems"
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  • Episode #52 (Season 8) - "People Pleasing Isn't Loving"
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  • Episode #53 (Season 8) - "It's More Like, 'Get Out of Lower Self'"
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  • Episode #54 (Season 8) - "The Big Book's Daily Suggestions"
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  • Episode #55 (Season 8) - "Raise the Ceiling of Compassion"
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  • Episode #56 (Season 8) - "AA is So Much Bigger Than the Meetings I Attend"
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  • Episode #57 (Season 8) - "When We Face Indecision"
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  • Episode #58 (Season 8) - "How I Take People Through Step Four"
    In this episode I describe how I take people through the fourth step. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #59 (Season 8) - "The Pier of Principles Over the Ocean of Life" (Bonus)
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  • Episode #60 (Season 8) - "Self Can't See Love"
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  • Episode #1 (Season 9) - "Do I Honor Principles or People?"
    Do I honor people, or do I honor principles? In this episode, I discuss some of my experience concerning this. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.
  • Episode #2 (Season 9) - "The Simple Reason AA Used to Not Work For Me"
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  • Episode #3 (Season 9) - "How I Stopped Beating Myself Up"
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  • Episode #4 (Season 9) - "Talk to God All Day"
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  • Episode #5 (Season 9) - "Am I Living a Life That Was Worth Saving?"
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  • Episode #6 (Season 9) - "Mood Swings and Anxiety"
    Not a doctor. Just sharing my own experience.Living irresponsibly, and lying to myself caused most of my anxieties. My Instagram.My websites are here and here.Get my books on Amazon.
  • Episode #7 (Season 9) - "Should I Listen to Everyone in AA?"
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  • Episode #8 (Season 9) - "No One Does This For You"
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  • Episode #9 (Season 9) - "The Purpose of Your Current Challenge"
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  • Episode #10 (Season 9) - "Am I Practicing Step Three?"
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  • Episode #11 (Season 9) - "The Question That Guides Me"
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  • Episode #12 (Season 9) - "The Seventh Step Prayer in Detail"
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  • Episode #13 (Season 9) - "One Day to Live"
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  • Episode #14 (Season 9) - "When I'm Feeling Afraid, Anxious, or Confused"
    In this episode, I talk about the basic tools (principles) of which I remind myself when I'm feeling afraid, anxious, or confused. Sarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #15 (Season 9) - "How to Completely Avoid Drama"
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  • Episode #16 (Season 9) - "Plus Signs or Minus Signs"
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  • Episode #17 (Season 9) - "We Say, 'I'm Sorry'"
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  • Episode #18 (Season 9) - "Your Thoughts. Just Your Thoughts."
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  • Episode #19 (Season 9) - "Shouldering the Burden of a Sponsee"
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  • Episode #20 (Season 9) - "Doing Step Four Through the Lens of Self"
    From 2022.In this episode I talk about how important it was for me to do Step Four right away after making the decision in Step Three.My books and Instagram.My website. 
  • Episode #21 (Season 9) - "Why So Many People Hate Step Four"
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  • Episode #22 (Season 9) - "The Common and Confusing Message That Almost Killed Me"
  • Episode #23 (Season 9) - "I Answer Questions From Listeners"
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  • Episode #24 (Season 9) - "Spiritual Freedom"
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  • Episode #25 (Season 9) - "Navigating Bad News"
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  • Episode #26 (Season 9) -"Not Going To Meetings is Not Always Bad"
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  • Episode #27 (Season 9) - "What is a True Friend?"
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  • Episode #28 (Season 9) - "Do You Really Live and Let Live?"
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  • Episode #29 (Season 9) - "Feeling Disconnected From the Fellowship"
  • Episode #30 (Season 9) - "Feeling Multiple Emotions At Once"
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  • Episode #31 (Season 9) - "We Are Responsible For Our Own Experience!"
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  • Episode #32 (Season 9) - "How I Dumb it Down"
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  • Episode #33 (Season 9) - "Fear is a Lie"
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  • Episode #34 (Season 9) - "Blocking People on My Phone"
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  • Episode #35 (Season 9) - "How To Prevent Relapse, According to AA"
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  • Episode #36 (Season 9) - "The Most Valuable Currency"
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  • Episode #37 (Season 9) - "SPECIAL EPISODE - All 'Form Versus Substance' Episodes"
    Every sinThe entire "Form Versus Substance" series, condensed for your enjoyment. Thank you Daniel T!  (Check out his SA Fireside Podcast.) My websiteMy InstagramGet my books on Amazon
  • Episode #38 (Season 9) - "God is Right Here"
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  • Episode #39 (Season 9) - "Problems With Describing God as a 'He'"
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  • Episode #40 (Season 9) - "Am I Complicating This?"
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  • Episode #41 (Season 9) - "The Sarcastic Big Book" (Rebroadcast)
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  • Episode #42 (Season 9) - "How I Go Through the Day When I'm Not Feeling Well" (Rebroadcast)
    In this episode, I talk about how I go through the day when I don't feel good. Sad. Confused. Disillusioned.  Here I share my thoughts on days like this. (2024) Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 
  • Episode #43 (Season 9) - "Analyzing Myself to Death" (Rebroadcast)
    (From 2023) In this episode I read from Emmet Fox and the Big Book and I talk about the negative results I achieved when I used to analyze my spirituality constantly. Follow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #44 (Season 9) - "A Solitary Principle"
    In this episode I read one simple principle from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, and discuss my experience with its daily application. (From 2023)Sarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #45 (Season 9) - "AA is Not Just the Meetings I Attend"
    In this episode I share about how easy it is for me to forget that AA is so much bigger than just the meetings I attend.  Sounds simple and obvious maybe, but I sure forget that easily.Stats, Letters, Mugs, ShirtsSarcastic Big Book, The Sarcastic Daily Meditations booksFollow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #46 (Season 9) - "Can Musicians Stay Sober? Yes."
    In this episode I discuss what sobriety has been like as a musician.Get my books on Amazon!  THE SARCASTIC BIG BOOK, etc...Follow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #47 (Season 9) - "Step 11, All Day, Every Day"
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  • Episode #48 (Season 9) - "Grateful I Have No Desire to Drink Today"
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  • Episode #49 (Season 9) - "Eliminating Stress"
    In this episode, I discuss how the Big Book has helped me eliminate stress.Get my books on Amazon! THE SARCASTIC BIG BOOK, etc..Follow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #50 (Season 9) - "God Gave Us Brains"
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  • Episode #51 (Season 9) - "I'm Nothing Without God"
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  • Episode #52 (Season 9) - "Being of Service By Saying No"
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  • Episode #53 (Season 9) - "No Longer Living in Fear"
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  • Episode #54 (Season 9) - "What is Actually True?"
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  • Episode #55 (Season 9) - "Keeping the Brain Quiet"
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  • Episode #56 (Season 9) - "Greeting Fear With Love"
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  • Episode #57 (Season 9) - "What is the Alcoholic Mind, According to the Big Book?"
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  • Episode #58 (Season 9) - "Sadness is a Part of Life"
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  • Episode #59 (Season 9) - "The Big Book's Daily Suggestions"
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  • Episode #60 (Season 9) - "Getting Sober, and Sponsoring, at a Young Age"
    In this episode, I read and respond to a listener's email about getting sober, and sponsoring, at a young age.Get my new book on Amazon! JUST FOR YESTERDAY...and THE SARCASTIC BIG BOOK, etc..Follow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #61 (Season 9) - "Relationships"
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  • Episode #62 (Season 9) - "Describing Spiritual Things Doesn't Make Me Spiritual" "
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  • Episode #63 (Season 9) - "In Case You Need Encouragement"
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  • Episode #64 (Season 9) - "You Can Get Through Anything"
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  • Episode #65 (Season 9) - All of Life is a Living Amends"
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  • Episode #66 (Season 9) - "My Soul Recognizes the Truth"
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  • Episode #67 (Season 9) - "Not God's Will"
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  • Episode #68 (Season 9) - "Why Early Sobriety Was So Hard For Me"
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  • Episode #69 (Season 9) - "Get Out of False Self, Not Higher Self"
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  • Episode #70 (Season 9) - "Do You Think God Wants You to Be Happy?"
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  • Episode #1 (Season 10) - "Anniversary of Health Scare/Living with Chronic Pain"
    In this episode I talk about my health scare six years ago today. I also share my experiences with being in severe physical pain for years, many years ago.My new website that links to everythingFollow me on Instagram.New, beautiful meditation channel on YouTube, 11TH STEP CHANNEL.
  • Episode #2 (Season 10) - "Why AA Seems Like a Cult to Some People"
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  • Episode #3 (Season 10) - "Thoughts on Spiritual Arrogance, and the One Thing to Practice"
    Subscribe to this new meditation channel on YouTube, 11TH STEP CHANNEL.In this episode, I talk about spiritual arrogance...and the only thing worth practicing. Get my new book on Amazon! "JUST FOR YESTERDAY"and THE SARCASTIC BIG BOOK, etc..Follow me on Instagram 
  • Episode #4 (Season 10) - "Am I Making This Hard For My Sponsee?
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  • Episode #5 (Season 10) -"Today is My AA Anniversary"
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  • Episode #6 (Season 10) - "Chisel Away at Things That Don't Look Like God"
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  • Episode #7 (Season 10) - "Am I Playing God Again?"
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  • Episode #8 (Season 10) - "Lonely and Horny"
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  • Episode #9 (Season 10) - "The Most Effective Ways I'm of Service"
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  • Episode #10 (Season 10) -"A Certain Simple Attitude"
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  • Episode #11 (Season 10) - "Beating Myself Up is Selfish"
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  • Episode #12 (Season 10) - "Huge Things Taken Out of Context in the Big Book"
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  • Episode #13 (Season 10) - "The Simple Fear Removal Tool"
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  • Episode #14 (Season 10) - "Not Making AA My Entire Life"
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  • Episode #15 (Season 10) - "I'm Fired Up About Life Itself"
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  • Episode #16 (Season 10) - "Good at Being Mad and Sad"
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  • Episode #17 (Season 10) - "I Can Change How I Feel About Today"
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  • Episode #18 (Season 10) - "My Musical Analogy For Life"
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  • Episode #19 (Season 10) - "Celebrating the Holidays"
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  • Episode #20 (Season 10) - "I Think AA is Incredible"
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  • Episode #21 (Season 10) - "What Causes Me Stress"
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  • Episode #22 (Season 10) - "What Happened to the Message?"
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  • Episode #23 (Season 10) - "You Don't Have to Drink Again to Get This"
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  • Episode #24 (Season 10) - "Results of Not Forcing Things"
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  • Episode #25 (season 10) - "Peace Within a Storm"
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  • Episode #26 (Season 10) - "How Do I Know If I'm Currently Practicing Step Three?"
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  • Episode #27 (Season 10) - "Racing Thoughts?"
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  • Episode #28 (Season 10) - "A Big Book Study Unlike Any Other"
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