AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Topic: Young and Sober
Topic: Young and Sober
Topic: Young and Sober
Sunday 26th October 2025
Kevin R shares his journey from reckless youth to sobriety, filled with humour and raw honesty at the Atlanta Men's Workshop.
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Episode Overview
- Kevin R shares his humorous yet serious journey to sobriety.
- Highlights the challenges young people face in alcohol recovery.
- Discusses the importance of community support in AA.
- Explores the transformative power of hitting rock bottom.
- Emphasises taking responsibility for one's actions.
"I was born an alcoholic with this strange mental twist."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Meet Kevin R, a young man from Roswell, GA, who shares his rollercoaster ride of becoming sober at the 42nd Atlanta Men's Workshop. Kevin's tale is peppered with humour, raw honesty, and the kind of stories that make you laugh out loud while cringing at the same time.
From hecklers at a state prison to the hilarity of waking up to questionable decisions, Kevin's anecdotes reveal the lighter side of a serious journey. Growing up in a supportive yet somewhat enabling environment, Kevin's early life was a cocktail of academic success and reckless behaviour. His story takes you through the highs and lows of youthful indiscretions, including drag racing and partying, all while battling an internal struggle with alcohol.
But it's not all laughs and gasps; Kevin's journey is also about hitting rock bottom and the pivotal moment he decided to attend his first AA meeting. The episode offers listeners a glimpse into the challenges faced by young people in recovery and the transformative power of community support. Kevin's narrative is filled with relatable moments and eye-opening reflections that underscore the importance of taking responsibility and seeking help.
Whether you're on your own path to sobriety or simply intrigued by personal tales of resilience, Kevin's story is sure to inspire. So, what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Could it be the hope of redemption, or perhaps the desire to reclaim control? Tune in to find out and reflect on your own journey.