Épisodes

  • Surrender, Service, and Staying Sober

    Surrender, Service, and Staying Sober
    Oct 13 2026
    What happens when the internal fight finally stops? In this show, our guest Martin joins us to break down the concept of surrender in recovery, grounded in Dr. Harry Tiebout's 1953 insight on how deep acceptance releases us from inner conflict. Plus, we discuss why service is one of our strongest tools for staying sober. This show was broadcast on OAR FM Dunedin thanks to the support of New Zealand on Air - visit OAR.ORG.NZ to discover new podcasts.
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    53 min
  • Under the Hood of Recovery with Marty

    Under the Hood of Recovery with Marty
    Sep 15 2026
    Recovery needs regular maintenance. Like a well-loved car, it benefits from ongoing care, attention, and the occasional tune-up. In this episode Marty reflects on the tough turning points he has faced in recovery, the power of unity, and hope found through the Salvation Army Dunedin Bridge Programme. This show was broadast on OAR FM Dunedin thanks to the support of New Zealand on Air - visit OAR.ORG.NZ to discover new podcasts.
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    55 min
  • Dismantling Obstacles One-By-One

    Dismantling Obstacles One-By-One
    Aug 18 2026
    In this episode, Jan—our AA Live cohost from 2022 to 2025—joins us to unpack Step 8. It’s more than just a list of those we’ve harmed; it’s a true roadmap for long-term sobriety and a gateway to the ultimate goal: forgiving ourselves. This show was broadast on OAR FM Dunedin thanks to the support of New Zealand on Air - visit OAR.ORG.NZ to discover new podcasts.
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    57 min
  • Working the Steps - A Solution Based Programme

    Working the Steps - A Solution Based Programme
    Jul 21 2026
    What does it truly mean to take action in recovery? In this episode, our guest Hamish shares his journey through Step 7 and the practice of humility. We dive into the daily discipline of letting go of the ego and relying instead on a Higher Power for the strength to change. This show was broadast on OAR FM Dunedin thanks to the support of New Zealand on Air - visit OAR.ORG.NZ to discover new podcasts.
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    53 min
  • Expectations and Trusting Others

    Expectations and Trusting Others
    Jun 23 2026
    Tonight, we hear how Marisha’s life has changed through recovery, and what it means to start over in Ōtepoti Dunedin. Moving to a new place means arriving somewhere unfamiliar and rebuilding a recovery community from scratch. Throughout our conversation, we look at The Daily Reflection’s focus on trust - and how it connects naturally to the Step Six themes of willingness and readiness to change.
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    47 min
  • Breaking Down the Secrecy that Fuels Addiction

    Breaking Down the Secrecy that Fuels Addiction
    May 26 2026
    In tandem with Step 4, this episode delves into Step 5 of the Alcoholics Anonymous program. We’re joined by our guest, Meredith, who shares her transformative experience with this pivotal step - breaking free from the isolation of addiction, easing feelings of shame, and fostering accountability through the act of admitting past behaviours to a trusted person. Join us as we explore the power of honesty and ‘taking action’ in recovery.
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    57 min
  • Common Ground - Al Anon Programme and AA

    Common Ground - Al Anon Programme and AA
    Apr 28 2026
    Often, we look at recovery as a solitary journey taken by the individual seeking sobriety. But for those of us living in the wake of alcoholism, we know that the family is an ecosystem. When one part shifts, the whole system can undergo a rupture or a series of deep cracks and fissures. In this episode, we explore the parallel paths of Craig and Katrina taking a real live snapshot at how two different 12-Step programs—AA and Al-Anon— intersect to create a shared life built on two thriving, personal recoveries.
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    56 min
  • Dr Dawn Eden Goldstein - Father Ed, Bill Wilson, and the Soul of AA

    Dr Dawn Eden Goldstein - Father Ed, Bill Wilson, and the Soul of AA
    Mar 31 2026
    In this special episode, Michael and former AA Live host Martin welcome Dr Dawn Eden Goldstein, author of Father Ed: The Story of Bill W.'s Spiritual Sponsor — the acclaimed biography of Jesuit priest Father Edward Dowling, whose remarkable friendship with AA co-founder Bill Wilson helped shape the spiritual heart of Alcoholics Anonymous. Dawn brings a unique perspective to Father Ed's story — she began her career as a rock and roll journalist in New York City before a profound conversion experience led her to become a theologian and canon lawyer. She joins us from Connecticut, USA, for a conversation about Father Ed's extraordinary ministry, the deep connections between Ignatian spirituality and the Twelve Steps, and the unconditional love at the heart of the AA fellowship.
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    46 min