Kian has grown up in AA, sober at only 22 yrs. Fear being his main childhood emotion, he found alcohol a wonderful reprieve. Eventually though the vicious cycle came and the methods of escape stopped working. It was AA that has brought Kian to today, where he leads with simplicity, logic and service.  

Sobriety Date: 6/7/2016

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“I feel really safe in an AA room, it’s the safest place for me."

"Doing more AA has never brought me any sort of ill-will, it always makes me feel better.”

Referred by: Sara A. (Episode #211)

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Steve brings a deep and steady commitment to Alcoholics Anonymous, shaped by his experience of earning—and repeatedly losing—years of sobriety. From Akron, Ohio, the birthplace of AA, Steve brings a quiet pride and respect for the Program. His journey offers valuable insights for others, no matter where they are on their path of recovery.

Sobriety Date: 12/1/2017

Quotes
“The healing process of the Steps has really helped me to understand where the love is and always has been in my life.”

“I’ve fallen in love with AA.”

Referred by: Thomas C. (Episode #178)

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Sean was also episode #32—in this “a-few-years-later” share, Sean outlines: how he found the rooms, worked for his sobriety, drifted away from program, and most recently, found his way back. Sean gently tells his story from a place of truth as he embarks on a new chapter in life.  

Sobriety Date: 5/11/2018

Quotes
“It’s pretty crazy the gifts that this program can bring.”

“The return on investment is incredible.” 

Referred by: Alexa (Episode #30)

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Jen has earned her wisdom through nearly 25 years of sobriety and brings calm to the process of recovery. She pours her heart into everything she does—her story doesn’t shout—it soothes. After listening, you'll walk away feeling a little more hopeful, and perhaps even a little more whole.

Sobriety Date: 10/30/2000

Quotes
“I am willing to go to any length to not feel the way I felt.”

“Pray to have the willingness to put Alcoholics Anonymous first in your life—if that’s the only prayer you do, just do that.”

Referred by: Hannah B. (Episode #264)

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At 28 yrs. old and 2 yrs. into sobriety Slater found himself miserable. He then rediscovered young people meetings and recommitted to the program—he built a fellowship, worked the steps thoroughly, took service commitments and found the peace he longed for and so many in the rooms had.

Sobriety Date: 9/1/2022

Quotes
"These last 9 months of sobriety have been the best 9 months of my life.”

“I get to be of service, and as a result, I get to stay sober.”

Referred by: Michael G. (Episode #272)

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Kylee was first introduced to Alcoholics Anonymous at only 14 years old, though it took many more years of suffering before she found relief and peace in the rooms. With relapse, alcohol and drugs in her journey, Kylee is in the unique position to help hopeless others find hope in the rooms. 

Sobriety Date: 4/8/2024

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“AA kinda just swooped in and saved my life.”

“AA became my #1 priority in my life.”

Referred by: Sara A (Episode #211)

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Cody brings a deep respect and love for Alcoholics Anonymous to his story. He’s a no-nonsense speaker with conviction and honesty about the reality of addiction and the path to recovery. Cody brings insight and clarity far beyond his 22 years. 

Sobriety Date: 6/13/2022

Quotes
“I didn’t know how to fix how I felt.”

“Making the right decision has become easier and easier.”

Referred by: Michael G. (Episode #267)

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Caleb grew up in a tough neighborhood, had a neglected childhood, and never knew the feeling of safety. He spent a big chunk of his young life in and out of prison, getting out at 25. Now at 29, he’s not just surviving—he’s thriving with AA. He’s grown into a wise, grounded man who understands himself, the program, and what it takes to live with purpose.

Sobriety Date: 7/12/2021

Quotes
“The steps don’t cure you of being selfish and self-centered, but it does give you the option not to operate from it.”

“Before I got here, I was mostly restless, irritable and discontent and today I am mostly happy, joyous and free—so this has been working for me."

 Referred by: Michael G. (Episode #267)

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Tanya recently celebrated 25 years of sobriety, crediting the program, steps, and fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous for helping her experience life’s joys, endure its hardships, and embrace the peace a sober life creates.

Sobriety Date: 5/4/1999

Quotes
“I didn’t know that my head could be so quiet.”

“I’m really grateful that AA has taught me how to feel all of the emotions of being a human being.”

Referred by: Hannah B. (Episode #264)

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Michael worked an ok program, went back and tried some more drinking and is now back doing this AA thing at 110% — and with that effort he has found peace, gratitude and the sigh he was seeking in a drink. 

Sobriety Date: 1/28/2024

Quotes
“It’s a really great program that works one day at a time.”

“Alcohol is not a solution, it was at a point in time, but now today, Alcoholics Anonymous is my solution and it’s outlined in the first 164 pages of the Big Book.”

Referred by: Sara A. (Episode #211)

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