AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Multiple Speakers: Matthew then Anna (11 months) NSFW
Multiple Speakers: Matthew then Anna (11 months) NSFW
Multiple Speakers: Matthew then Anna (11 months) NSFW
Saturday 3rd January 2026
Hear raw and inspiring stories of recovery from Matthew and Anna as they share their journeys through addiction, relapse, and finding strength in sobriety.
42 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Raw
Authentic
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Categories:
Recovery with AA
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Raw Stories of Recovery: Matthew and Anna's Journey
Episode Overview
- Matthew shares his journey from addiction to finding peace in sobriety.
- Anna discusses her struggle with relapse and achieving 11 months sober.
- Both speakers highlight the importance of community support in recovery.
- Humour and self-reflection play key roles in their recovery stories.
- The episode emphasises finding strength in vulnerability.
"I can't live like this anymore. And then I had this crazy thought that said to me, it's like, you don't have to do this."
What emotional and inspiring tales of recovery are out there? In this episode, you'll hear from Matthew and Anna, two individuals who share their raw and honest journeys through addiction and recovery. Matthew kicks things off with a vivid recount of his struggles with alcohol and drugs, painting a picture of how he hit rock bottom and found his way back through the 12 steps of AA.
His story is filled with moments of humour and self-reflection, as he talks about his journey from being a 'lead carpenter to guy in the ditch' and eventually finding solace in sobriety. Anna follows with her own powerful narrative, describing how it took her two years to achieve 11 months of sobriety after relapsing. She candidly discusses the challenges she faced, including dealing with the pressures of a stressful job and living with non-sober roommates.
Anna's story is a testament to resilience, as she talks about hitting a spiritual bottom and finding her way back with the support of friends and the AA community. Both speakers highlight the importance of having a supportive network and the role that AA has played in their lives. They share the ups and downs of their journeys, offering hope and inspiration to those who may be struggling.
This episode is not just about recovery; it's about finding strength in vulnerability and the power of community. Whether you're on your own journey to sobriety or simply curious about the experiences of others, this episode offers a heartfelt glimpse into the lives of two people who have faced addiction head-on. What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Tune in to find out.