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Hollywoods Love Affair with AA and how many this has harmed
Hollywoods Love Affair with AA and how many this has harmed
Hollywoods Love Affair with AA and how many this has harmed
Thursday 26th April 2018
Monica Richardson examines the harmful effects of AA's culture on Hollywood's elite and explores alternative healing methods in this eye-opening episode.
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Get the buttons here!Hollywood's Troubled Ties with AA: Marty Mann's Mission Exposed
Maybe some wanted a different way to cope. Maybe some wanted alternative healing, both spiritual and secular, to create their better selves.
Ever wondered how deep Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) runs in Hollywood? This episode of Safe Recovery takes a hard look at Marty Mann's ambitious mission to embed AA into the fabric of Hollywood culture. Monica Richardson and her guests dig into the history, starting with Mann's use of high-end magazine connections to catapult AA into the limelight through the famous Jack Alexander article in The Saturday Evening Post. But behind this glamorous façade lies a darker reality.
From Robin Williams to Judy Garland, Whitney Houston, Corey Monteith, and Philip Seymour Hoffman, many talented stars have faced tragic ends. Could it be that AA's rigid doctrines and its pervasive presence in Southern California played a part? Monica doesn't shy away from this tough question. She explores whether these stars might have benefited from alternative methods for managing their struggles with alcohol and drugs.
The episode also dives into the tension between the National Council on Alcoholism and Yale, shedding light on the religious undertones of AA that many find off-putting. With her usual candid style, Monica presents alternative healing practices that focus on empowerment rather than powerlessness, urging listeners to find a path that truly works for them.
If you're curious about the hidden dynamics between Hollywood and AA or seeking new perspectives on addiction recovery, this episode offers a raw and eye-opening narrative. It's not just about critiquing AA; it's about uncovering truths and offering hope through diverse approaches to healing.