Zach Rogers
Zach Rogers
Step 1: The interview with an alcoholic
Step 1: The interview with an alcoholic
Step 1: The interview with an alcoholic
Saturday 13th December 2025
Explore the journey of recovery as Ryan shares his story of overcoming alcohol addiction with faith and community support.
18 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Supportive
Engaging
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Get the buttons here!Step 1: Embracing Sobriety with Faith
Episode Overview
- Recognising unmanageability is key to starting recovery.
- Self-negotiation often leads to rationalising harmful habits.
- Faith can provide strength and guidance in sobriety.
- Community support is crucial for overcoming addiction.
- Acknowledging powerlessness is essential for lasting change.
"I'm really good at bullshitting myself."
What secrets to maintaining sobriety can be uncovered? In this candid conversation, Zach Rogers hosts Ryan, a guest who shares his journey through the first step of recovery. Ryan opens up about how alcohol quietly became a central part of his life, sneaking into daily routines and dictating his decisions. The episode sheds light on the subtle art of self-negotiation and how easy it is to rationalise destructive habits.
Both Zach and Ryan reflect on their past experiences, emphasising the unmanageability of life when alcohol takes the driver's seat. Ryan's story is a testament to the power of community and faith in overcoming addiction. He highlights how recognising powerlessness is crucial for recovery and how a spiritual awakening can provide the strength needed to reclaim one's life.
With a touch of humour and honesty, this episode is not just about the struggles but also about the hope and freedom found in surrendering to a higher power. If you've ever wondered what it takes to turn your life around, this episode might just have the answers you're looking for.