AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Multiple Speakers: Sonia then Ezra
Multiple Speakers: Sonia then Ezra
Multiple Speakers: Sonia then Ezra
Friday 24th October 2025
Hear Sonia and Ezra's powerful stories of overcoming addiction and finding hope in sobriety at the North Oakland AA speaker meeting.
47 minutes
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Authentic
Honest
Hopeful
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Recovery with AA
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Community support plays a crucial role in recovery.
- Embracing a higher power can guide personal growth.
- Recognising and addressing character defects is vital.
- Sobriety can lead to unexpected opportunities and joy.
- Change is possible with commitment to AA principles.
"Waking up and not wanting to die is beyond my wildest dreams."
Get ready to be moved by the real-life accounts of Sonia and Ezra as they share their journeys through addiction and recovery at the North Oakland AA speaker meeting. Sonia, a six-year sober member, opens up about her struggles with identity, abandonment, and the pressure to fill a void with alcohol. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of community and the importance of seeking guidance beyond oneself.
Ezra follows with his own tale of overcoming a chaotic lifestyle filled with drugs and self-doubt. His journey highlights the significance of finding purpose and the unexpected joy that comes from embracing sobriety. Both speakers offer candid reflections on their pasts, the hurdles they've faced, and the strength they've found in AA's principles. With a mix of humour and honesty, this episode provides a raw look into the lives of those who have chosen a path of sobriety.
Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this journey for years, Sonia and Ezra's stories remind us that change is possible and that there's always hope on the horizon. So, what does it take to find your own strength in sobriety? Tune in to find out.