Keep Coming Back Podcast
We bring the AA Speaker to the microphone to record their story of recovery, creating “Speaker Tapes” for this generation. Website: KeepComingBack.net
vol 287. Rooted in Faith with Alexa W.
Alexa’s program is rooted in faith and she finds strength and clarity through prayer, scripture, and her community. While she doesn’t follow a traditional AA program, her spiritual practice provides the foundation she needs to lead a lasting life of peace and sobriety.
Sobriety Date: 9/15/2019
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“It’s crazy because addiction is like being in chains and you have no idea you’re locked up until you’re free.”
“I am now the wife, the mother, the daughter, the sister that I’ve always wanted to be.”
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vol 286. Contently Growing with Reed
67-year-old stroke survivor Reed got sober almost 25 years ago, though 20 of them were away from the rooms. Through a new dark bottom, Reed found his way back to AA, and today he has earned his emotional sobriety. Today, Reed has a calm contentedness about his life and his place in it.
Sobriety Date: 6/11/2001
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“It’s wonderful when you find yourself again.”
“I want you to have what I have, because I have this really good life.”
“Put the steps in your heart, don’t leave them in the book...
vol 285. Page by Page with R.M.
AA circuit speaker R.M. brings recovery to life with her inspiring and skillful delivery. With deep knowledge of the Big Book and the program of Alcoholics Anonymous, she cuts through the noise and speaks directly to the heart of what it means to get sober, stay sober, and create a life of peace.
Sobriety Date: 4/21/2006
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“Today, I get to live really, really free because of all the work that I’ve gotten to do around here.”
“The 12-step process gives me a set of tools to always g...
vol 284. Recovery isn’t Convenient with Adam E.
Adam grew up fast—his dad left before he was born, and his relationship with his mom was deeply co-dependent. He learned early that if he didn’t take care of himself, no one else would. When he drank, it was never just one—he went from zero to wrecked every time. Adam has rebuilt his life through service, honesty, and daily action. He’s learned that recovery isn’t about convenience—it’s about commitment.
Sobriety Date: 3/29/2019
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“Service starts where convenience ends.”
“If you don’t do the work, you’re not...
vol 283. Emotional Regulation with Mary T.
Mary, who calls herself a “drunk mom,” grew up in a military household, moving so often she never felt rooted. Even in sobriety, she battled suicidal thoughts—but with the right support, she found her way through. Today, Mary meets life with courage and clarity. She is truly, completely free.
Sobriety Date: 4/10/2009
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“Alcoholics Anonymous changed my life—my oldest said: Mom, you’re not even the same person.”
“There’s so much love in the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous.”
Referred by: Tara V. (Episode #54)
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vol 282. Full-time Job with Jeff K.
Jeff didn’t start drinking until college—but he quickly made up for lost time. In this calm share, Jeff reflects on the journey that brought him to today: two years sober, grounded in a strong program that he approaches with the commitment of a newcomer. That mindset, he says, is what allows him to experience the promises in full.
Sobriety Date: 8/9/2023
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“My life has become so much more manageable because I understand that I don’t have to control everything, because I can’t.”
“It’s not that my life...
vol 281. How Big is AA with Mark D.
Sober at only 17 yrs. in the 1980’s, Mark brings deep wisdom from the earlier days of Alcoholics Anonymous, with sponsorship lineage close to Dr. Bob. Mark has wisdom and an incredible memory, which turns this story of a miracle into a testament to the power of the program and the steps.
Sobriety Date: 6/4/1986
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“I need to always keep an open mind and the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous has repeatedly helped me keep my mind open.”
“I clearly understand that I eat fruit from a tree I didn’t p...
vol 280. Life Through AA with Kylie
Having parents in recovery, Kylie knew where to turn when her alcoholism became undeniable. Though sober young, Kylie later returned to drinking to explore the depths of her disease. That experience brought her back to AA with renewed commitment. Today, Kylie has built a life centered around the program—one rooted in service, growth, and integrity.
Sobriety Date: 7/10/2013
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“Being away from meetings, I stopped thinking I was anything like any of you guys.”
“I have solution today, and I am not my solution, and a drink or a drug i...
vol 279. In All Our Affairs with John F.
Sober now for 8 years, John is in his second long stint of sobriety and working hard to keep it that way. This time John has done the steps and practices their principles in all of his affairs. John works diligently at staying on the beam so he can show up for himself and others.
Sobriety Date: 4/17/2017
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“I didn’t realize that Alcoholics Anonymous is a program that is to be practiced in all of our daily affairs.”
“The program of Alcoholics Anonymous is not necessarily the hour that I go...
vol 278. Life Happens with Blake B.
Blake came back to the rooms after a quiet inner voice urged him to. Homeless from 19 to 24, his bottom was brutal. This time, recovery wasn’t a pink cloud—it was multiple daily meetings for months. The obsession is quiet now, and he works a strong program to keep it that way. Today, Blake has hope.
Sobriety Date: 11/6/2024
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“The last time that I remember living a better life, I was sober.”
“I know that life happens, so I have to keep my program strong.”
“I am in the proc...
vol 277. Values in Action with Wilson
Sober at only 22 yrs and now in his second year of law school, Wilson has had a few busy years. He’s a well-spoken young man with what some might say a high-bottom, alongside this however, Wilson also comes with a deep-gratitude for his recovery and the grace it provides.
Sobriety Date: 2/21/2022
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“This time I was accepting help for my alcoholism and I wanted to try something else because I knew I couldn’t do it on my own.”
“I did the classics, the hit list: the 90 meetings in...
vol 276. Bondage of Self with Kian
Kian has grown up in AA, sober at only 22 yrs. Fear being his main childhood emotion, he found alcohol a wonderful reprieve. Eventually though the vicious cycle came and the methods of escape stopped working. It was AA that has brought Kian to today, where he leads with simplicity, logic and service.
Sobriety Date: 6/7/2016
Quotes
“I feel really safe in an AA room, it’s the safest place for me."
"Doing more AA has never brought me any sort of ill-will, it always makes me feel better.”
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vol 275. Growth or Death with Steve W.
Steve brings a deep and steady commitment to Alcoholics Anonymous, shaped by his experience of earning—and repeatedly losing—years of sobriety. From Akron, Ohio, the birthplace of AA, Steve brings a quiet pride and respect for the Program. His journey offers valuable insights for others, no matter where they are on their path of recovery.
Sobriety Date: 12/1/2017
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“The healing process of the Steps has really helped me to understand where the love is and always has been in my life.”
“I’ve fallen in love with AA.”
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vol 274. Drifting Back with Sean B.
Sean was also episode #32—in this “a-few-years-later” share, Sean outlines: how he found the rooms, worked for his sobriety, drifted away from program, and most recently, found his way back. Sean gently tells his story from a place of truth as he embarks on a new chapter in life.
Sobriety Date: 5/11/2018
Quotes
“It’s pretty crazy the gifts that this program can bring.”
“The return on investment is incredible.”
Referred by: Alexa (Episode #30)
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vol 273. Upskilling the Heart with Jen B.
Jen has earned her wisdom through nearly 25 years of sobriety and brings calm to the process of recovery. She pours her heart into everything she does—her story doesn’t shout—it soothes. After listening, you'll walk away feeling a little more hopeful, and perhaps even a little more whole.
Sobriety Date: 10/30/2000
Quotes
“I am willing to go to any length to not feel the way I felt.”
“Pray to have the willingness to put Alcoholics Anonymous first in your life—if that’s the only prayer you do, just do that...
vol 272. Call a Newcomer with Slater
At 28 yrs. old and 2 yrs. into sobriety Slater found himself miserable. He then rediscovered young people meetings and recommitted to the program—he built a fellowship, worked the steps thoroughly, took service commitments and found the peace he longed for and so many in the rooms had.
Sobriety Date: 9/1/2022
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"These last 9 months of sobriety have been the best 9 months of my life.”
“I get to be of service, and as a result, I get to stay sober.”
Referred by: Michael G. (Episode #272)
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vol 271. There is Hope with Kylee
Kylee was first introduced to Alcoholics Anonymous at only 14 years old, though it took many more years of suffering before she found relief and peace in the rooms. With relapse, alcohol and drugs in her journey, Kylee is in the unique position to help hopeless others find hope in the rooms.
Sobriety Date: 4/8/2024
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“AA kinda just swooped in and saved my life.”
“AA became my #1 priority in my life.”
Referred by: Sara A (Episode #211)
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vol 270. Divine Inconvenience with Cody B.
Cody brings a deep respect and love for Alcoholics Anonymous to his story. He’s a no-nonsense speaker with conviction and honesty about the reality of addiction and the path to recovery. Cody brings insight and clarity far beyond his 22 years.
Sobriety Date: 6/13/2022
Quotes
“I didn’t know how to fix how I felt.”
“Making the right decision has become easier and easier.”
Referred by: Michael G. (Episode #267)
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vol 269. Prison to Peace with Caleb S.
Caleb grew up in a tough neighborhood, had a neglected childhood, and never knew the feeling of safety. He spent a big chunk of his young life in and out of prison, getting out at 25. Now at 29, he’s not just surviving—he’s thriving with AA. He’s grown into a wise, grounded man who understands himself, the program, and what it takes to live with purpose.
Sobriety Date: 7/12/2021
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“The steps don’t cure you of being selfish and self-centered, but it does give you the option not to operate f...
vol 268. Someone Else’s Way with Tanya D.
Tanya recently celebrated 25 years of sobriety, crediting the program, steps, and fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous for helping her experience life’s joys, endure its hardships, and embrace the peace a sober life creates.
Sobriety Date: 5/4/1999
Quotes
“I didn’t know that my head could be so quiet.”
“I’m really grateful that AA has taught me how to feel all of the emotions of being a human being.”
Referred by: Hannah B. (Episode #264)
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vol 267. Seeking the Sigh with Michael G.
Michael worked an ok program, went back and tried some more drinking and is now back doing this AA thing at 110% — and with that effort he has found peace, gratitude and the sigh he was seeking in a drink.
Sobriety Date: 1/28/2024
Quotes
“It’s a really great program that works one day at a time.”
“Alcohol is not a solution, it was at a point in time, but now today, Alcoholics Anonymous is my solution and it’s outlined in the first 164 pages of the Big Book.”
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vol 266. Find the Bread with Chris C.
Chris always felt like an outsider wanting to crawl out of his skin, which made his first drink the obvious answer to life. When it stopped working, at only 17 yrs., Chris attempted suicide which brought him to the rooms. He found strength through prayer and the steps, leading him to a life filled with peace, purpose, and joy.
Sobriety Date: 5/18/2013
Quotes
“Recovery is possible even if you think you cannot be helped.”
“I say that I’m recovered because I no longer suffer from the obsession to drink."
vol 265. Pocket of Enthusiasm with Corbin T.
Corbin begin drinking for the release, the entertainment and the peace of mind, but eventually found himself trapped, lonely and miserable – drinking even when he didn’t want to. With the Program, the Steps and taking Action, Corbin lives a life of freedom, joy and peace of mind, body and spirit.
Sobriety Date: 12/10/2019
Quotes
“I have not been let down by alcoholics anonymous yet.”
“I came in here broken and you people just put me back together like a puzzle.”
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vol 264. A Way to Soothe with Hannah B.
Hannah, a retread, has built a strong program, shaped by the hard-earned wisdom gained through the pain of picking up a drink after the freedom of sobriety. With vulnerable honesty, she shares her journey in a way that draws you in and has you rooting for her. Today, she does this deal on the daily.
Sobriety Date: 9/26/2022
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“I fell in love with the freedom that AA gives me.”
“Just pray and ask just for the willingness to try something new.”
Referred by: Sara A...
vol 263. The Power of Service with Lorrie S.
With 25 yrs of sobriety Lorrie lives and breathes the AA way. She’s all about taking action, practicing the principles, and guiding others with grace and love. With strong values and a heart for sponsorship, she’s proof that recovery isn’t just about staying sober—it’s about thriving and lifting others up along the way.
Sobriety Date: 11/28/1999
Quotes
“I have a selfish disease that demands a selfless cure. That means we work an altruistic plane, that means we get closer to god when we’re serving others.”
“Prayer and me...
vol 262. A Warrior of Recovery with Michael O.
Michael grew up with a strong “never surrender” mindset, shaped by generations of warriors before him. But it was through a surrender that he achieved victory over alcoholism and addiction. Today, Michael lives a life with tools, purpose and peace.
Sobriety Date: 1/20/2023
Quotes
“There’s no cure for this disease, but there’s a solution.”
“This program is full of paradoxes . . . when I surrendered, I achieved victory; the more I give, the more I get back; my greatest weakness is my greatest strength.”
Referred by: Ryan D. (Episode...
vol 261. Once an NPC with Tracy J.
Suicidal-felon turned happy, joyous and free attorney—this is a story of an alcoholic who through the gift of desperation asked for help. Then it was hard work, dedication and a commitment to these principles that brought him the grace of sobriety.
Sobriety Date: 4/3/2011
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“It’s easy to help other people, but it’s not always so easy to let other people help you.”
“Do what we do here and you will get what we got here.”
Referred by: Ryan D. (Episode #220)
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vol 260. From Fear to Freedom with Mark J.
Though a well-educated and confident man today, Mark was once consumed by anger and alcohol. Through the honesty in the rooms, and a bit of humility, he began to learn about himself and his place in the world. By living the 12 step principles in all his affairs, Mark discovered peace and purpose – and 35 years of sobriety.
Sobriety Date: 2/5/1990
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“Every day I pray, I turn my life over, I say: just let me know what I’m supposed to do and help me do it.”
“I learned how...
vol 259. Chasing Peace with Jodi H.
Jodi didn’t dive headfirst into a rigorous program; instead, she did just enough to not pick up. It was the pain of sober, restless, irritable and discontent that brought her to a point of full and complete surrender with work: Steps & Service.
Sobriety Date: 7/2/2010
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“There’s so many pages in the book that explain what alcoholism is and what a alcoholic is and what the solution is to my problem of alcoholism.”
“When I give my will and life over to the care of that god of my unders...
vol 258. Sit All the Way Down with Chuck M.
Chuck was just 17 when his parents dragged him to his first AA meeting. After years passed and he earned his 8th DUI (2 in one day) he found AA again and sat all the way down. Today, Chuck works his program like his life depends on it—because he knows, without a doubt, that it does.
Sobriety Date: 9/11/1991
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“No one ever comes to AA by accident; I belong here, this is where I need to be.”
“Come in the door and sit all the way down.”
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vol 257. A Part Of with Cristy S.
Cristy started drinking late but quickly went all-in and made up for lost time. After an intervention and a few good choices, she unexpectedly found herself sober. Today, she’s living as her true self, discovered through sobriety.
Sobriety Date: 8/22/2013
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“It turns out that I had no control over my drinking.”
“I had no idea that it was the first drink that got me so drunk.”
Referred by: Anna (Episode #89)
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vol 256. Continuous Dividends with Kent P.
It was a moment of grace that brought Kent to his first AA meeting, and it was a man reaching out his hand and asking a simple question that kept him here – that was almost 15 years ago. Today, Kent does the deal: the steps, the service and the fellowship – and his reward is peace of mind.
Sobriety Date: 5/27/2010
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“I have no defense over what’s going to happen when I put alcohol in my body.”
“I reached a point where I realized that I needed to make this a pr...
vol 255. Get to Work with Wayne S.
Wayne grew up in an atmosphere of drugs and alcohol, beginning his drinking at 8 and selling drugs at 11 yrs old. This led to 20 years of being on probation, parole or locked up. His is a story of hope – it was with the steps, fellowship and service of AA that brought Wayne to more than 30 years of peace and sobriety.
Sobriety Date: 12/7/1992
Quotes
“Alcoholics Anonymous is a beautiful way to live.”
“If you go to enough meetings, you’re gonna hear what you need to hear.”
“The whole thing abo...
vol 254. Today, I Understand with David F.
David’s first drink was at 14 and a treatment center at 15. He struggled while sober in the rooms which led to relapses and suicidal thoughts. But it was this history that gave David the ability to recognize and support suffering sober AA members. David works his program every single day—it’s a commitment to himself and others.
Mentioned in the share: Tom B. Emotional Sobriety talk
Sobriety Date: 12/22/22
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“That’s the process of AA . . . it’s designed not to fail.”
“I needed long-term relief, I needed to be re...
vol 253. The Living Game with Marlys S.
Marlys found sobriety at 25, and despite a relapse, she returned to and fell in love with Alcoholics Anonymous. Since getting sober in 2018, she has endured the loss of her son yet stayed strong in her recovery. She is a testament to the power of the fellowship.
Sobriety Date: 5/6/2018
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“I accepted the fact that I am an alcoholic and this is the road I’m going to travel . . . and it worked.”
“This program has given me a long-term solution. Alcohol gave me a short-term solution to a long-te...
vol 252. A Real Alcoholic: James L.
Drinking and driving and taking a life at 18 years old, James had a long road to forgive himself, but he made his way there. James's gentle and honest recounting of his experience transforms into a touching story, offering profound insights and wisdom.
Sobriety Date: 9/25/2018
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“I don’t have to be right today; I just have to be sober and loving and forgiving.”
“That’s where you’re blocking the spirit of God, when you’re thinking there’s nothing wrong with you.”
“That’s the secret to the program...
vol 251. Jail to Joy with Garet M.
Without ever having a driver’s license, Garet gathered 168 traffic tickets. He was in the revolving door of prison and had no idea how to stop using and drinking. In this story of recovery, you’ll hear about the game changing hug that gave Garet just enough hope to do the necessary work.
Sobriety Date: 3/17/2013
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“I get to be in that one place that I never was—and that was this moment.”
“I just love participating in the AA way of life.”
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vol 250. King Alcohol with Fernando
In this funny and heartfelt tale, Fernando shares the horrors of addiction and the joys of sobriety. He very much disliked everything about AA when he arrived, but he stuck around and over 30 years later, he lives a life beyond his wildest dreams.
Sobriety Date: 8/21/1991
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“King Alcohol found me, picked me up and took me away.”
“I don’t know what my higher power is, but I know it when I feel it.”
Referred by: Sean J. (Vol. 199)
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vol 249. Endless Possibilities with Sara F.
Sara found sobriety at the age of 25, and notates her first addiction as reading. The escape she found in books she replaced at 11 yrs old with alcohol, and then drugs. With complete transparency, Sara shares the endless possibilities sobriety brings and the many lessons she continues to learn.
Sobriety Date: 3/15/2016
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“The possibilities are truly endless to what can happen in this life as long as I stay sober.”
“It’s just one foot in front of the other until the fog lifts.”
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vol 248. Now or Never with Michael L.
Sober at 26, Michael has been in the program for almost 30 years. During this time he has maintained a strong program, never without a sponsor, and still attends 5 meetings a week – because it fills his soul and permits the beauty in his life.
Sobriety Date: 5/14/1995
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“Once I’d start drinking, I literally had no control over the amount I took afterwards.”
“I needed a new way of living.”
“Come, see what we do here, this is pretty special.”
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