AA Grapevine, Inc.
AA Grapevine, Inc.
Hell on Earth [Season 10, Episode 3]
Hell on Earth [Season 10, Episode 3]
Hell on Earth [Season 10, Episode 3]
Monday 19th January 2026
Join Nora as she shares her journey from chaos to recovery in this engaging episode of AA Grapevine's Podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Daily maintenance is crucial for lasting sobriety.
- Service commitments help reinforce personal recovery.
- Humour can play a significant role in the recovery process.
- Understanding the Big Book is essential for AA members.
- Making coffee in meetings has deeper significance beyond the task.
"The insanity of alcohol returns in a heartbeat."
In this eye-opening episode of AA Grapevine's Podcast, you'll be drawn into the remarkable journey of Nora Jay, an AA member from Quakertown, Pennsylvania. Nora candidly shares her battle with alcoholism, revealing the chaos that ensued when she couldn't get drunk, no matter how much she drank. This episode paints a vivid picture of her struggle and eventual path to recovery, starting with a simple Google search and leading to her first AA meeting.
Listeners will find themselves both amused and inspired as Nora recounts her initial scepticism about making coffee as part of her recovery journey, only to realise the deeper significance behind it. The hosts, Don and Alice, guide the conversation with warmth and humour, bringing out the lighter side of a serious topic. They delve into the concept of daily maintenance in sobriety and how service commitments in AA can transform lives.
Nora's story is punctuated with moments of realisation and humour, like when she brought vodka in a water bottle to bars or when she couldn't quite figure out what coffee had to do with staying sober. The episode also features a lively game of "Stump the Thumpers," where Nora demonstrates her deep knowledge of the AA Big Book, adding an entertaining twist to the discussion.
Whether you're seeking inspiration for your own recovery journey or simply curious about the personal battles faced by those in AA, this episode is a compelling listen. So, are you ready to hear how Nora navigated her way to sobriety and found strength in unexpected places?