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AA Recovery Interviews with Howard L.

Howard L.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Sobriety
Mental Health
Recovery
Alcoholism
Family Dynamics
Addiction Recovery
Addiction
Sponsorship
Depression
12 Steps
Substance Abuse
Support Groups
Family Relationships
Personal Growth
Spirituality
Childhood Trauma
Community Support
Self-Improvement
Sober Living

Alcoholics Anonymous members from around the world share their awesome stories of experience, strength, and hope with interview host Howard L.

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Recent Guests

Maryrose M.
Guest on AA Recovery Interviews
Maryrose M., episode guest
Episode: Maryrose M. – Sober 5 Years
Corby M.
Guest with a long sobriety journey and relapse story
Episode: Corby M. – Sober Since Sept. 2020 (Encore Episode)
Charles T.
CT, longtime friend and AA brother
AA recovery community
Episode: C.T. – Sober 37 Years
Rudy T
Former NBA player and AA member sharing his recovery story
Former NBA athlete
Episode: Rudy T. – Sober 27 Years
Julie R.
Alcoholic with a long sobriety journey, guest discussing her experiences
Episode: Julie R. – Sober 7 Years
Craig S
A man who entered AA later in life and has built several years of solid sobriety after a career as a businessperson
Episode: Craig S. – Sober 4 Years
Amy B.
Guest on this episode, AA member with a long sobriety journey
Episode: Amy B. – Sober Since October 2018 (Encore Episode)
Kelvin S.
A man sharing his journey to sobriety and the impact of Alcoholics Anonymous on his life, detailing struggles with addiction, crime, and eventual recovery.
Self
Episode: Kelvin S. – Sober Since September 2017 (Encore Episode)
Sarah M.
Personal trainer and AA member, sober since May 31, 1996.
Episode: Sarah M. – Sober Since May 1996 (Encore Episode)

Host

Howard L.
Host of AA Recovery Interviews

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 206 ratings
  • Great Content

    This podcast keeps me focused.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Viper Alley
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Easy to listen to, thoughtful questions, fluid sharing - thank you for your service!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Westcoastk
    Canada8 months ago
  • Thoughtful interviews

    I’ve really been enjoying these interviews. I enjoy the style of the interviewer and his ability to let the guests tell their story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rich7345
    Canadaa year ago
  • Vital

    I’m coming up on 5 yrs of sobriety and this podcast has helped me get through some challenging days. Thank you to Howard and his guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1ndyRunn3r
    United Statesa year ago
  • Encouragement I need

    Awesome format to carry the message to the alcoholic. I appreciate it very much and I honor your sobriety sir!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scootchieman
    United Statesa year ago

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A few listeners wish the host let guests speak more and reduce interruptions.
Listeners praise the thoughtful, hopeful interviews and the host's empathetic approach.
Many value production quality and pacing that helps guests tell their stories.

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Talking Points

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C.T. – Sober 37 Years
Q: How did you get your first sponsor, and what did you notice about the sponsor's behavior that made the match work?
CT describes watching a quiet, principled sponsor who showed up reliably, demonstrated integrity, and practiced what he preached. This consistency, especially around punctuality and accountable action, inspired CT to seek sponsorship from someone who embodied sobriety in daily life.
Julie R. – Sober 7 Years
Q: When you first got into AA, what was your initial thought of having to go to your first AA meeting?
I was unhappy and felt broken, but I was relieved to get to the treatment center and start the process; the big shift came as I engaged with sponsors and the program, which helped me see a path forward.
Dan C. – Sober 3 Years
Q: What does your spiritual life look like these days?
Dan admits it needs improvement, mentioning the necessity of spending more time in prayer and meditation.
Dan C. – Sober 3 Years
Q: How did you feel the first time you went to an AA meeting?
Dan felt an immediate sense of being in the right fraternity, noting the openness and compassion of the group.
Dan C. – Sober 3 Years
Q: What was going on in the preceding days?
Dan shares that he had been drinking too much for the past four to five years before going to his first AA meeting.

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A collection of long-form recovery stories centered on Alcoholics Anonymous principles, personal transformation, and daily life in sobriety. Episodes frequently explore sponsorship, service, spiritual practice, and the challenges of parenting, relationships, and career while staying sober. Guests come from diverse backgrounds—athletes, professionals, parents, and students—sharing how AA and community support shaped their paths. The show tends to emphasize honesty, accountability, and practical steps that sustain sobriety, making it a valuable listen for those in or curious about the AA program, as well as supporters seeking relatable, experience-based perspectives.

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Recent guests on AA Recovery Interviews include:

1. Maryrose M.
2. Corby M.
3. Charles T.
4. Rudy T
5. Julie R.
6. Craig S
7. Amy B.
8. Kelvin S.

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