The Crossroads
The Crossroads
Brian Mckew: AA Fellowship
Brian Mckew: AA Fellowship
Brian Mckew: AA Fellowship
Friday 6th February 2026
Brian McKew shares his journey to sobriety, highlighting the power of fellowship, literature, and therapy in maintaining emotional and physical recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Fellowship plays a crucial role in sustaining sobriety.
- Recovery literature provides guidance and support.
- Therapy can help address underlying issues.
- Emotional sobriety is as important as physical sobriety.
- A good sponsor can significantly impact your recovery journey.
"It's bad enough you might kill yourself, but it's terrible that you're going to kill somebody else."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Brian McKew, sober since April 10, 1994, shares his incredible journey of recovery on this episode of Recovery On-Air. With over three decades of sobriety under his belt, Brian opens up about the pivotal role of fellowship, literature, and therapy in maintaining his physical and emotional sobriety.
He recounts his early struggles with addiction, from riding a bicycle due to losing his licence to the realisation that he needed help after a series of dangerous incidents. Brian's story is not just about personal triumph but also about the power of community and support. He talks about the importance of asking for help and the impact of having a good sponsor. His experiences highlight the necessity of structured therapeutic work and the value of emotional sobriety.
Throughout the episode, Brian reflects on how reading and practising AA principles have been central to his recovery. Listeners will find themselves moved by Brian's candidness about his fears and the pivotal moments that led him to fully embrace recovery. His journey underscores that sobriety is not just about abstaining from alcohol but also about living a life filled with purpose and connection. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, Brian's story offers hope and inspiration.
How do you find strength in your journey to sobriety?