Father Bill W.
Father Bill W.
Dr. Bob & The Good Oldtimers: Providence Brings Bob and Bill Together
Dr. Bob & The Good Oldtimers: Providence Brings Bob and Bill Together
Dr. Bob & The Good Oldtimers: Providence Brings Bob and Bill Together
Wednesday 17th July 2024
Explore how Dr. Bob and Bill Wilson's providential meeting ignited the creation of AA's transformative program.
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Get the buttons here!The Spark That Ignited AA: Dr. Bob & Bill Wilson's Transformative Meeting
Episode Overview
- Dr. Bob struggled with sobriety despite attending Oxford Group meetings for two years.
- Bill Wilson's arrival in Akron was a pivotal moment for AA's creation.
- Key figures like Henrietta Cyberling and Bud Firestone played crucial roles in AA's early days.
- The episode explores the adaptation of Oxford Group principles to meet alcoholics' needs.
- Spiritual experiences and practices like Two Way Prayer were integral to early AA.
When you finally meet someone you have confidence in, that pride is dissolved in a major way.
Ever wondered how Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) truly began? This episode of Father Bill W.'s podcast is a must-listen for anyone curious about the roots of AA and the serendipitous events that brought its founders together. Father Bill, an Episcopal priest in recovery since 1972, teams up with Matt D., a recovery archivist from All Addicts Anonymous, to shed light on the early days of AA, focusing on Dr. Bob and Bill Wilson's pioneering efforts.
The episode dives into the two years Dr. Bob spent attending Oxford Group meetings without achieving sobriety, until Bill Wilson's timely arrival sparked the creation of AA's transformative program. Matt D. shares his vast knowledge of AA history, recounting how the principles of the Oxford Group were adapted to meet the unique needs of alcoholics. You'll hear fascinating anecdotes about key figures like Henrietta Cyberling and Bud Firestone, who played pivotal roles in this journey.
Father Bill and Matt also discuss the importance of spiritual experiences and how they shaped the early AA practices, including the lost 11th Step practice of Two Way Prayer. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in AA's history, this episode offers a captivating and informative look at the origins of one of the most influential recovery movements.
Tune in to understand how a series of providential events led to the birth of AA and how these early experiences continue to impact recovery practices today.