In this podcast Michael shares his experience with denial prior to getting clean and sober in June, 2000. This podcast exemplifies the promise, we will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. Alcoholics and drug addicts often wrestle with denial prior to getting clean and sober, and Michael breaks down the insanity he experienced and how he worked through his denial. Furthermore, Michael explains how the steps have helped him not only to bust his dial regarding his disease, but how the steps have helped him be a more honest and emotionally centered person in recovery. He shares his story with humor and honesty, which exemplifies his gratitude and faith.

In this podcast Daryl, clean and sober 32 years, shares his experience with service work and how it has benefited his recovery from drugs and alcohol. Daryl started doing service work in early recovery, and has provided the foundation for his long-term sobriety. Daryl breaks down the types of service work he has done over the years and is currently doing, and how service work has helped him become less isolated, develop meaningful relationships, improve his self-esteem, and provide meaning for his life.

In this podcast Edward shares his experience with meditation and how meditation has helped him achieve balance and serenity. In addition, he offers practical easy to follow advice for those new to sobriety and meditation. Edward also breaks down his observations regarding the 11th step, A.A literature and meditation, and how he keeps it simple. The benefits of Meditation is far reaching and Edward's practical advice is spot-on.

In this podcast Michael shares his experience with getting sober in Dublin, Ireland as a young person in the early 80s. In addition, he shares his experience with working the steps in early recovery with his sponsor, his willingness to get into action, and explains the relapse prevention strategies he implemented that served as the foundation for his long-term recovery. While Michael is now in his 32nd year, he hasn't lost his edge or enthusiasm for the program and the process of developing as a clean and sober person.

Introduction - The Real Deal Recovery is dedicated to topic-based interviews for alcoholics and drug addicts in recovery. A solution-oriented podcast that features individuals who have extensive experience as clean and sober persons, and are striving for emotional as well as physical sobriety/recovery.