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Speaker Potluck #12

Monday 8th March 2021

Tune into Speaker Potluck #12 for unfiltered stories of addiction and recovery, featuring four diverse speakers on Sober Cast.
60 minutes
Raw
Honest
Engaging
Thought-provoking
Inspiring

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Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA
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Speaker Potluck #12: Unfiltered Stories of Recovery and Hope

I'm proud to be among those people that I once scorned, and I'm proud to be amongst you, and I thank you for your time.
Picture yourself at an AA meeting where you never know what story will unfold next. That's the essence of Sober Cast's Speaker Potluck #12. This episode brings together a mix of four speakers, each sharing their unique experiences with addiction and recovery, without any prior selection or editing. It's as real as it gets, capturing the raw emotions and powerful lessons from their journeys.
One speaker recounts their tumultuous path through college and law school, grappling with alcoholism while dismissing faith as irrational. Their story takes a turn as they share how a spiritual awakening reshaped their beliefs and aided their recovery. Another speaker opens up about being a 'silent but vicious drunk' and the painstaking process of piecing their life back together through sobriety. The episode also highlights the importance of support systems and fellowship in overcoming addiction.
The speakers emphasize how crucial it is to have a network of understanding individuals to lean on during tough times. Personal growth and self-reflection are recurring themes, with candid discussions on overcoming denial and self-sabotage. Listeners will find these stories not only relatable but also deeply inspiring. The speakers' honesty and vulnerability provide a window into the complexities of addiction and the transformative power of recovery.
Whether you're on your own journey to sobriety or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and a sense of community. Tune in to Speaker Potluck #12 for an unfiltered look at the struggles and triumphs of those battling addiction. It's a testament to the strength and resilience found within the AA community.