Robert Pardon - The Recovery Guy

The Recovery Guy Podcast

Robert Pardon

  • Episode #295 The Fix: Al-Anon and AA is the perfect match

Episode #295 The Fix: Al-Anon and AA is the perfect match

Tuesday 23rd September 2025

Explore the synergy between Al-Anon and AA as Robert Pardon shares his inspiring journey to sobriety and the power of community in recovery.
53 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Honest
Supportive
Engaging

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The Perfect Match: Al-Anon and AA in Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Robert Pardon shares his journey from alcoholism to sobriety.
  • Emphasises the importance of AA and Al-Anon in recovery.
  • Discusses the role of service and community in maintaining sobriety.
  • Highlights the significance of honesty and surrendering to a higher power.
  • Encourages listeners to find hope and transformation through recovery communities.
"Do you love them so you need them, or do you need them so you love them?"
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In Episode #295 of The Recovery Guy Podcast, Robert Pardon shares his personal story of transformation and recovery from alcoholism, captivating a room full of Al-Anon members. With over 30 years of sobriety under his belt, Robert discusses the profound impact Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Al-Anon have had on his life, emphasising the importance of service and community in the recovery process.
He candidly recounts his struggles with alcohol, his realisation of needing change, and the pivotal moments that led him to embrace sobriety. Robert's narrative is peppered with light-hearted humour and sincere reflections, making it both engaging and relatable. Throughout the episode, Robert explores the crucial steps of AA, underscoring the significance of honesty and the willingness to surrender to a higher power.
He highlights how these steps not only helped him recover but also allowed him to build meaningful relationships and a fulfilling life. Robert's story is a testament to the power of recovery communities like AA and Al-Anon, where people come together to support each other in their journey towards a healthier, happier life. Listeners will find themselves reflecting on their own experiences or those of loved ones as Robert shares anecdotes that resonate with anyone touched by addiction.
This episode offers hope and encouragement, showing that with the right support and mindset, recovery is not just possible—it's transformative. So, what does it take to embrace a life free from alcohol? Tune in to find out how Robert did it and how you can too.
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