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The Small Bow Podcast

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Recovery
Mental Health
Sobriety
Grief
Alcoholism
Bipolar Disorder
Addiction
Mental Illness
Forgiveness
Writing
Parenthood
Subway Attack
Workaholism
Body Image
Trauma
Music
Recovery Month
Creativity
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Personal Growth

Welcome to the Small Bow Podcast. I’m your host, A.J. Daulerio. This is a show about expanding the definition of recovery, where we talk to writers, entertainers, recovering addicts, recovering jerks, and even the occasional normal person — about their struggles with love, sex, money, loneliness, shame, grief, drugs, alcohol, ego, identity, fame, and other fun things. Whatever is bringing you down... more

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Ryan O’Connell had an uncommon path to fame. After starting as a blogger in New York, he wrote a TV script about his life as a young, gay man with Cerebral Palsy. When the show was picked up by Netflix, the network insisted he star in it as well. Now... more

Turns out Langhorne Slim and I have a lot in common. We both grew up in the Philly suburbs, we spent formative creative years in New York and we became dads in our forties. We’re also both in recovery. Langhorne’s got a new album out called The Dream... more

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Ryan O'Connell
Star of Special, author of Inspiration Porn
Netflix/Author
Episode: Ryan O'Connell on the Strange Sensation of Finally Being Seen
Langhorne Slim
Singer-songwriter
Self/Greta Van Fleet connections discussed
Episode: Langhorne Slim Wanted to Flee. Then He Became a Father.
Dave Manheim
Dopey Dave, guest on the episode
Dopey network / Dopey Podcast
Episode: Dopey Dave on Ego, Success and Why "More" is the Hardest Drug to Quit
Mitchell Jackson
Publicist specializing in crisis PR and reputation management
Self-employed / Publicist for high-profile clients (e.g., Candace Owens)
Episode: Mitchell Jackson on Crisis PR, Billionaire Clients and Cancel Culture
Blair Socci
Comedian, podcaster (Spaced Out with Blair Socci)
Spaced Out with Blair Socci
Episode: Blair Socci on Returning to Standup After the Loss of her Brother
Jeremy Luke
Actor and director, sober with host
Episode: When you make a dog your “higher power,” what happens when they die?
Alex Winter
Actor, director, documentarian
Actor/Director/Documentarian
Episode: Why Alex Winter Quit Hollywood for 10 Years
Chris Witaske
Actor known for The Bear, New Girl, and progressive commercials
Actor
Episode: The Mushrooms Told Me to Stop Drinking
Elizabeth Gilbert
Author of Eat Pray Love; speaker on recovery and addiction
Author
Episode: How to be addicted to people with Elizabeth Gilbert

Host

A. J. Daulerio
Host of The Small Bow Podcast; conducts candid conversations on recovery, ego, fame, and personal growth with a focus on practical storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 227 ratings
  • By far the best episode ever!

    I’ve been a long time listener and fan of the small bow podcast also in long term recovery. Wanted to chime in on the Joe Buck episode. I love all your episodes for one reason or another but the Joe Buck episode was lights out! Maybe it’s the season I’m in? Also struggling with confidence, presentation skills and public speaking so this really hit home for me! Thanks for all you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Totally Broken, saved by Grace
    United States3 months ago
  • Raw, Real & CURRENT

    I love this addition to our community of mental health podcasts. It’s an honest, real and current perspective on all things related to mental health. It’s a space where more popular people are able to be themselves. Relatable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crazy4wordz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great companion to the newsletter

    Honest and real, thanks for putting this out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoshCanHelp
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thanks ❤️

    Appreciate the small bow a lot . Thanks AJ & co.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZizouStan12345
    Canadaa year ago
  • Entertaining and healthy conversations

    Mental health but make it funny and kind. I found this podcast late but at the right time. Great skilled interviews. Very empathetic but right to the point. Thanks for it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lady Hawking
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners value honest storytelling and practical recovery insights over traditional “war stories.”
The host's vulnerability and curiosity help guests open up, making episodes feel intimate and relatable.
Production quality and guest variety are frequently praised, with notes on humor balancing heavier topics.
Some listeners want deeper shares and less host commentary, but most find the format compelling.

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Talking Points

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When you make a dog your “higher power,” what happens when they die?
Q: Was there anything that happened in particular that made you stop drinking, or was it a slow build?
It was a slow build punctuated by severe hangovers and health scares around 2011, followed by multiple attempts to quit, eventually leading to a more sustained commitment after a pivotal moment at a Bliss meeting and ongoing recovery work.
When you make a dog your “higher power,” what happens when they die?
Q: When did we first meet?
We met when you got sober, around nine years ago, at AA meetings and through mutual sponsors, and we quickly formed a bond as fellow travelers in recovery.
Why Alex Winter Quit Hollywood for 10 Years
Q: How did you manage the attention and visibility that came with Broadway and celebrity?
He describes a lifelong tension with being seen, using detachment and setting boundaries (e.g., reduced engagement with social feedback) to protect his recovery and focus on work.
Why Alex Winter Quit Hollywood for 10 Years
Q: Was there ever a night on stage where you felt you were in a really bad head space but still had to perform?
Yes, there were moments of emotional turbulence, but the experience of the play often psyched him up rather than deterred him, because the material gave him something to channel even when headspace was difficult.
How to be addicted to people with Elizabeth Gilbert
Q: How has public attention and the book's success affected your recovery process?
The success brought unique pressures, including scrutiny of my personal life, but the core of my recovery remains the same: continue 12-step work, stay connected to meetings, and use a robust boundary system to protect my sobriety and well-being.

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What is The Small Bow Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, conversational show that centers recovery as a broad, ongoing practice. Across episodes, the host chats with a mix of actors, writers, musicians, public figures, and recovery professionals about love, work, fame, grief, ego, money, and the messy realities of sobriety. The tone blends vulnerability, humor, and practical guidance, with guests sharing personal recovery journeys, career pivots, and how communities and self-work support lasting change. Noteworthy strengths include a consistent emphasis on emotional sobriety, the use of storytelling to illuminate difficult topics, and a willingness to engage with high-profile figures about intimate struggles. This program is likely to appeal to listeners seeking relatable narratives, ac... more

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Recent guests on The Small Bow Podcast include:

1. Ryan O'Connell
2. Langhorne Slim
3. Dave Manheim
4. Mitchell Jackson
5. Blair Socci
6. Jeremy Luke
7. Alex Winter
8. Chris Witaske

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