Sober Sunrise - AA Speaker Podcast

Marty J. from Red Deer, Alberta speaking at the 15th Annual Tri-State Roundup in Laughlin, NV - May 20th 1999
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Marty J. describes his early struggles, humorous encounters with sponsors, and his gradual spiritual awakening. Marty reflects on how letting go of old ideas and embracing service in AA helped transform his life. He also shares how sobriety allowed him to reconnect with his family, rebuild relationships with his children, and create a loving, supportive home. 
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Jay S. from Sedona, AZ speaking at the 48th Annual Big Deep South Convention in New Orleans, LA - June 19th 2016
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Jay shares his journey from living in a car and battling severe alcoholism to finding recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous and spiritual growth. Raised in a chaotic household, Jay discovered alcohol as a coping mechanism at a young age, which led to destructive behaviors and repeated arrests. After a life-changing encounter with AA, he committed to sobriety and embraced the 12 Steps, finding that spirituality and service to others brought profound transformation
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Tom P. from Clifton, NJ speaking on the topic of the steps to emotional sobriety at the Friendly Berlin Circle group in Berlin, Germany - May 3rd 2021
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Tom P. with over 30 years of recovery shares how the 12 Steps helped him overcome the emotional baggage of his chaotic childhood and addiction. Growing up in a violent, unstable home, he started drinking at age 10 to escape his reality, which led to years of substance abuse, isolation, and emotional turmoil. Through practical experience in AA, Tom achieved emotional sobriety by working the steps, addressing resentments, and learning to respond to life with balance and humility. Today, he focuses on service, forgiveness, and mindfulness, using his journey to help others find freedom from their past.
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Billy S. from Las Vegas, NV speaking at Paramount speakers in Paramount, CA - November 9th 2003
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Raised with three successful brothers, Billy felt like an outsider and turned to alcohol as a teenager. His drinking worsened during his time in the Navy and throughout various jobs, leaving him broke, isolated, and unable to control his drinking. He reflects on the chaos alcohol brought to his life, his failed relationships, and his struggles to connect with his daughter. After multiple attempts to quit, he finally embraced AA, where he found purpose through helping others. Staying active in the program transformed his life, and he now lives with gratitude and a desire to give back.
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Sandy B at the 38th Annual Las Vegas Roundup
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Sandy B., a former Marine Corps fighter pilot, shares his journey from alcoholism to over 40 years of sobriety through AA. He highlights the importance of spiritual growth, emphasizing Steps 10 and 11 as essential practices to stay connected to a higher power and maintain peace in daily life. Sandy stresses that lasting sobriety comes from letting go of ego, embracing humility, and living a life of service to others. He inspires newcomers to see AA as a path to uncover joy and purpose beyond sobriety.
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Rob B. from Baskin Ridge, NJ speaking on the topic of Service at the Spiritual Awakenings group in Bernardsville, NJ - September 23rd 2003
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Rob, sober since 1988, shares how service work deepened his recovery. Starting small, he eventually became Chair of AA’s CPC Committee in northern New Jersey. Rob highlights the value of stepping up, whether it’s helping at meetings or reaching professionals and underserved communities. He encourages everyone to explore service, emphasizing how it not only supports AA’s mission but also enriches personal sobriety. For Rob, service is a vital part of staying connected and giving back.
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Clancy I. from Venice Beach, CA speaking at the Brentwood Beginners Workshop in Los Angeles, CA - November 2nd 2017
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Initially resistant Clancy I. surrendered to the 12 steps after realizing alcohol was his "answer" to life's problems. Guided by a no-nonsense sponsor, he embraced recovery through honesty, humility, and action, including making amends and taking inventory. Clancy highlights the power of identifying with others' experiences and the transformative impact of service, especially his decades-long work at the Midnight Mission.
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Harvey J. from Los Angeles, CA speaking at the 22nd Annual Family South Bay Roundup in Torrance, CA - July 1st 2006
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Harvey J. shares his journey of recovery through AA, reflecting on the profound transformation he's experienced since finding sobriety. Despite a late start with drinking and three decades of struggles, he emphasizes the miracle of AA’s program and the spiritual fulfillment it brought into his life. Harvey humorously and humbly recounts his journey from self-centeredness and despair to gratitude, peace of mind, and a life centered on service, family, and the joy of helping others. His story highlights the transformative power of surrender, community, and the 12 steps.
 
 
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Aaron S. from San Francisco, CA speaking at the Pine Lake speakers meeting in Issaquah, WA - January 13th 2018
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Aaron S. shares his journey from chaotic drinking and self-destruction to finding hope and purpose through AA since 2003. With humor and vulnerability, he reflects on his struggles with self-worth, surrendering control, and learning to trust AA’s principles. A key takeaway: real change happened when he stopped fighting and let AA’s actions and fellowship transform his life into something beyond his wildest dreams.
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Mel B at the Las Vegas Roundup - 2005
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Mel B. shares how he went from a scared kid who drank to numb the pain, to hitting rock bottom, and finally finding a new life in AA in 1950. With humor and heart, he talks about the impact of AA’s founders, the power of connection, and how sobriety gave him a second chance to live, love, and even write books about the journey. His message? Sometimes the worst moments lead to the best things—if you’re willing to show up and stay sober.
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