This episode was originally published on April 26th, 2011.  
 

A discussion around...
AA's Original first and only text...The Big Book. 
Is it still viable. How can a religious fellowship be a place where our Judges are sending DUI's and Criminals. 
Narcotics Anonymous is currently in process of writing a new text. Why not a new text for AA? 
What has NA addressed in this new book?

This episode was originally published on April 26th, 2011. A discussion around... AA's Original first and only text...The Big Book. Is it still viable. How can a religious fellowship be a place where our Judges are sending DUI's and Criminals. Narcotics Anonymous is currently in process of writing a new text. Why not a new text for AA? What has NA addressed in this new book?

This episode was originally published on April 26th, 2011.&nbsp; 
 

A discussion around...
AA's Original first and only text...The Big Book. 
Is it still viable. How can a religious fellowship be a place where our Judges are sending DUI's and Criminals. 
Narcotics Anonymous is currently in process of writing a new text. Why not a new text for AA? 
What has NA addressed in this new book?

Is the Big Book outdated? Debate, Discuss, and Disect

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Safe Recovery is a new series examining predatory behavior, power dynamics, and cultural issues inside 12 step meetings and the broader recovery industry.
Our mission is simple: Empowerment — not powerlessness.
This show explores modern, ethical, evidence-based, and spiritually diverse approaches to alcohol and drug overuse. We discuss alternatives to Alcoholics Anonymous and traditional 12 step programs, while supporting authors, clinicians, and advocates who are creating new pathways to healing.
Safe Recovery highlights:
• Alternatives to AA • Recovery without powerlessness • SMART Recovery and cognitive-based approaches • Moderation and harm reduction • Secular and spiritual healing models • Addiction treatment reform • Protecting vulnerable people in recovery spaces
We believe people deserve informed choice.
Sobriety, moderation, or a different path entirely — empowerment means you choose what works for your life.
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