Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli, Dawn Eden Goldstein
229: The First Sponsor, Discovering Father Ed with Dawn Eden Goldstein
229: The First Sponsor, Discovering Father Ed with Dawn Eden Goldstein
229: The First Sponsor, Discovering Father Ed with Dawn Eden Goldstein
Wednesday 14th June 2023
Join Veronica Valli and Dawn Eden Goldstein on 'Soberful' as they explore Father Ed's crucial role in shaping Alcoholics Anonymous.
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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Get the buttons here!Father Ed: The Unsung Hero Behind AA's Spiritual Foundation
Episode Overview
- Dawn Eden Goldstein unravels the compelling biography of Father Ed, Bill W.'s spiritual sponsor
- Insights into the pivotal role of Father Ed in the growth and impact of AA
- Exploration of Dawn's captivating journey from rock and roll historian to sacred theology
- Reflections on the profound mentorship and guidance offered by Father Ed
- Eye-opening exploration of the history and principles underlying AA
I think the thing that surprised me the most was when I found Edwin Leahy's daughter, and she told me a story that I couldn't have heard anywhere else, that no one else had ever published.
Ever wondered who stood behind Bill W., the co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering spiritual guidance? Meet Father Ed, a pivotal yet often overlooked figure in the history of AA. In this episode of 'Soberful', Veronica Valli sits down with Dawn Eden Goldstein, author of the biography 'Father Ed: The Story of Bill W.'s Spiritual Sponsor'. Dawn's journey from rock and roll historian to a doctorate in sacred theology is as intriguing as the tale she unearths.
Father Ed's mentorship was crucial in shaping Bill W.'s spiritual journey and, by extension, the entire AA fellowship. Through meticulous research, Dawn brings to light how Father Ed's wisdom and guidance were instrumental in the growth of AA. This episode isn't just a historical recount; it's a deep dive into the spiritual principles that continue to inspire recovery journeys today.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the roots of AA, this conversation offers rich insights and a fresh perspective on the power of spiritual mentorship.