Michael Q
Michael Q
66. Ruth Hock - AA's 1st Secretary (1978)
66. Ruth Hock - AA's 1st Secretary (1978)
66. Ruth Hock - AA's 1st Secretary (1978)
Sunday 28th May 2023
Ruth Hock recounts her experience as AA's first secretary, typing the Big Book and witnessing the birth of Alcoholics Anonymous. Tune in to 'Sober Shares'.
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Episode Overview
- Ruth Hock's firsthand account of witnessing the birth of Alcoholics Anonymous is a captivating journey into AA's early days
- Insightful exploration of the challenges faced by the AA founders and the development of the AA program
- Ruth's experience of typing the Big Book provides a unique perspective on the origins of Alcoholics Anonymous
- Bill Wilson's dedication and the impact of AA on the lives of its members are central themes in this episode
- Join Sober Shares podcast for an in-depth look at the profound influence of Alcoholics Anonymous
The first idea for naming the book was 100 Men, because that's where we started. I really don't know where the name Alcoholics Anonymous came from. I really don't. At the time we had the book edited by a New York editor and his office staff, we presented a group of names. One was the Broken Glass, and some of these had been patented and so on. I don't think any of us could conceive of anything else.
Imagine being at the very heart of a movement that would change countless lives. That's exactly where Ruth Hock found herself as Alcoholics Anonymous' first secretary. In this episode of 'Sober Shares', Ruth takes us back to the early days when AA was just an idea taking shape. She talks about her pivotal role in typing the Big Book, a cornerstone of AA's philosophy and recovery program.
Her stories provide a rare glimpse into the dedication of founders like Bill Wilson and the challenges they faced in getting AA off the ground. Ruth's firsthand account is not just historical but deeply personal, shedding light on the profound impact the program had on its early members and continues to have today. If you're curious about the origins of AA or simply love a good story of perseverance and hope, this episode is a must-listen.