Giovanni Fabozzo

Keep Coming Back: Real Stories of Sobriety & Recovery

Giovanni Fabozzo

  • Bill S. Age. 61 Sober since: 11/19/95

Bill S. Age. 61 Sober since: 11/19/95

Wednesday 20th November 2019

Comedian Bill S. reflects on 24 years of sobriety, sharing nostalgic tales and valuable lessons from his recovery journey.
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43 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
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Authentic

About this podcast

Keep Coming Back: Real Stories of Sobriety & Recovery
Author:
Giovanni Fabozzo
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Bill S: From Comedy to Sobriety – A Journey of 24 Years

My experience is one of two things: either you don't have a sponsor, or you have a sponsor and you don't call the sponsor, or you haven't done your fourth step, because that, the fourth step, is the end of victimization.
Ever wondered how a comedian stays funny while battling addiction? Bill S., a comedy writer and comedian, opens up about his 24-year journey of sobriety in this heartfelt episode of 'Keep Coming Back: Real Stories of Sobriety and Recovery'. Growing up in a bustling Jewish family, Bill faced his fair share of challenges. But it was his late wife's sobriety that truly influenced his path to recovery. Bill's tales from his early days in recovery are both nostalgic and insightful.
He talks about the importance of sponsorship and how doing the fourth step helped him move past victimization. The camaraderie and shorthand in recovery rooms played a crucial role in his journey, providing a sense of connection that he finds invaluable. This episode is not just about Bill's past but also about the lessons he's learned along the way. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, Bill's story offers hope, inspiration, and a few laughs.
Tune in to hear how he navigated his way through the ups and downs of sobriety, and how he's managed to keep his sense of humor intact.