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  • I Hear the Message [Season 7, Episode 20]

I Hear the Message [Season 7, Episode 20]

Monday 4th November 2024

Discover how Mack found hope in AA's message with support from fellow members. Also, learn about the new Plain Language Big Book with Rainer.
36 minutes
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Informative
Hopeful
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Encouraging

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Mack's Journey: Finding Hope Through AA's Message

Episode Overview

  • Mack shares how other AA members helped him understand the message.
  • A fellow member recorded the entire Big Book on cassette tapes for Mack.
  • Rainer discusses the newly released Plain Language Big Book.
  • The new book aims to make AA more accessible for those with literacy challenges.
  • Humour and heartfelt stories highlight the importance of community in recovery.
Getting sober, everybody just seemed to fall into place. He did for me what I couldn't do for myself
Join Don and Sam as they chat with Mack, whose inspiring story is featured in the November issue of Grapevine. Mack shares how other AA members have been instrumental in helping him understand the message of Alcoholics Anonymous. He recounts the touching moment when a fellow member recorded the entire Big Book on cassette tapes just for him. This episode also features Rainer, a GSO staff member, who discusses the newly released Plain Language Big Book.
This simplified version aims to make the AA program more accessible, especially for those with literacy challenges or neurodivergence. Rainer provides insights into the history and purpose of this new publication, highlighting its importance in reaching a broader audience. With humour and heartfelt stories, this episode is a testament to the power of community and support in recovery. Whether you're new to AA or a long-time member, you'll find something valuable in these shared experiences.
Don't miss out on the chance to hear about the creative ways AA members are making recovery more inclusive and accessible for everyone.