In this episode of The Living Clean Podcast, we sit down with a fellow member of Narcotics Anonymous who brings a wealth of experience, depth, and spiritual perspective to recovery. He's an author, educator, and mindfulness practitioner whose journey includes time in monastic life and decades of personal recovery.

Together, we explore how mindfulness can be a powerful tool in the 12-step process, how to align our lives with what truly matters, and how spiritual principles show up in everyday moments. Whether you're new to recovery or decades clean, this conversation offers practical insight and spiritual reflection to support your walk along the path.

This week on The Living Clean Podcast, we sit down with Ruben P., who first came onto Francis’s radar after his powerful share at the Northern California Convention of Narcotics Anonymous. This episode is more of a classic podcast-style conversation — unscripted, open, and free-flowing — and it goes in a lot of directions, all of them worth hearing.

One of the highlights of this conversation is Ruben sharing about George Hollahan, who served as the director of Narcotics Anonymous before Anthony E. Ruben gives us some incredible insight into just how amazing George was, both as a trusted servant and as a human being.

It’s rich with history, personal experience, and heartfelt reflection — we really hope you enjoy this one as much as we did.

This week on The Living Clean Podcast, we feature The Academic Addict, the story found on page 286 of the Sixth Edition of the Basic Text. We kick things off with Peter reading the story for us, setting the stage for a powerful conversation. After the reading, we are joined by Randy H., who not only is the subject of the story but also its author.

Also joining us is Mariah, who recently graduated from Harvard, along with our co-host Francis, Peter O., and myself. Together, we dive deep into the story, its origins, and the experience behind it. This is a special episode you won’t want to miss.

This week on The Living Clean Podcast, we continue our book study and begin exploring Chapter 4 — Our Physical Selves. In this episode, we dive into the relationship between our physical well-being and our recovery. Together, we reflect on how taking care of our bodies becomes an important part of learning to live clean.

Whether you’re reading along or just tuning in for the discussion, we invite you to join us as we unpack the principles, experiences, and insights found in this chapter.

Recently, at the Out of the Darkness convention in Decatur, Alabama, Francis and I stayed up late for the midnight speaker—and it was more than worth it. We had the privilege of hearing Hannah O. from Atlanta, Georgia, and her story was absolutely unbelievable.

We knew right then that we had to feature her on the podcast. So sit back, tune in, and enjoy this powerful conversation with Hannah O. on The Living Clean Podcast!

This week on The Living Clean Podcast, Francis and I are joined by Chris B., Boyd P., and Ron H. for a unique episode that steps outside our usual format. During a recent gathering, Chris and Boyd were walking us through one of the many presentations they’ve designed and developed on the history of Narcotics Anonymous. Francis asked if we could record the experience, and they graciously agreed.

It’s not your traditional episode—because it wasn’t designed to be—but it’s packed with insight. You’ll not only learn more about the Traditions themselves, but also get a behind-the-scenes look at the effort and passion that goes into creating these kinds of presentations.

Whether you’re passionate about NA history or simply curious about where our Traditions come from, this one’s definitely worth a listen.

Podcast Description:

Welcome to RAW – Recovery at Work, a podcast dedicated to deepening our understanding of NA literature one sentence at a time. What started as a simple approach to breaking down the text for greater clarity has now grown into a movement, with 24 RAW groups across 15 states.

In this podcast, we follow the RAW format—reading NA literature line by line, reflecting, discussing, and uncovering the deeper meaning behind every word. Through this unique approach, members gain a richer, more personal connection to the literature, fostering a deeper commitment to recovery.

Join us as we explore the message of recovery in a way that’s immersive, thoughtful, and raw—because recovery isn’t something we just talk about, it’s something we do. One sentence at a time, one meeting at a time, one day at a time.

The Recovery At Work OnLine Group meets everyday at 2pm CST on the zoom platform. Zoom ID 511 714 487 no password

In this special episode, we sit down with some of the founding members of the The International Online Marathon Meeting to hear the incredible story of how it all began. What started as a handful of addicts gathering on Zoom to share their recovery journeys has grown into a global phenomenon—a 24-hour-a-day meeting that’s been running nonstop for nearly five years. From those early, raw conversations to a thriving community celebrating its fifth anniversary in March, these pioneers walk us through the challenges, breakthroughs, and unexpected grace that turned a simple idea into a lifeline for countless members of Narcotics Anonymous worldwide. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and a reminder of what’s possible when recovery meets connection.

This week on The Living Clean Podcast, we continue our journey through the Living Clean book, picking up on page 78. We’re joined by some new voices—Jennifer, EJ, and Keela—along with returning friends, including my co-host Francis and my man Chase P. It’s another deep and meaningful discussion as we explore the wisdom in these pages and share our personal experiences in recovery. Hope you enjoy this one!

This week on The Living Clean Podcast, we sit down for a conversation with Vito L., who recently celebrated an incredible 65 years clean on February 14. While Vito’s story is well-documented and can be found on YouTube, this episode isn’t about retelling it—we just had a real conversation with him.

We talk about the early years of Narcotics Anonymous, what it was like growing up on the streets of the Bronx, and, of course, dive into some good old N.A. history. From the struggles of the early fellowship to the wisdom gained over decades of recovery, Vito shares his unique perspective and experiences.

That and more on this week’s episode of The Living Clean Podcast!