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Having recorded this a week ago, it's hard to remember what the hell we talked about. Meetings! We're talkin bout those meetings. We discuss our purpose for being in meetings, our meeting formats, and the meeting etiquette that we like prefer to follow. Also, why Jim Morrison's musical ability couldn't possible compare to Brian Wilson's. I mean, Wilson is a savant, maaaaaaaaan!

The boys head over to Laradise to have a chat with Rhett. From the big house to a doctorate program, Rhett's story is an example of what can be attained through the power of God and the application of this program. Rhett tells us about his conception of God, why working with others is so important, and why it's important to him to offer a positive attitude these days. He also shares his experience with travel, books, and focusing his obsessive nature in positive ways. We really enjoyed our time with Rhett and we hope you will as well!

The fellows start the new year off right by having Megan back on the show. Topics include the start of another year, why doing is key, and Megan's hopes for patience. Also we talk about the philosophy of decision making and communicating in relationships. We're also pretty sure that we've solved all of the world's problems. (You're welcome). A good time was had by all. Soak this shit up!!!

It is what it sounds like. The dudes sit down and share their experience with the 3rd step. They discuss how they have experienced the 3rd step , and how they take others through the 3rd step. Also, what's Kyle's deal? You know?

After the fellows plans to record multiple guests in Denver get dashed, the boys have to call an audible. Topics include Megan's spiritual nature, where our minds go, what spiritual growth looks like, and Kyle's new experience with the 4th step.

Kyle and Aaron welcome another Dan to the show. Dan got started drinking young and found recovery young. Dan was an out of control drinker from the start reached the jumping off place at 21 years of age. He tells about being maladjusted well before he took a drink, learning to adult in sobriety, and how focusing on spiritual progress is what motivates him to continue to grow. He also tells about the blessings of the life he gets to live today. Enjoy!

Aaron gets real fired up talking to Kyle about all of the folks doing it wrong and losing the power of choice means. Kyle offers up another perspective because he thinks he's real smart. Eventually Aaron cools out a bit and the fellows move on to other stuff. Also Kyle's sober birthday is referenced, and they recap how he got his start. Have a listen,

The dudes have Steven Slate and Michelle Dunbar of the Baldwin Research Institute on the podcast to talk about a different approach to addiction. Their belief is that addiction is not a disease, and should be treated accordingly. They, along with Ryan Schwantes, have written The Freedom Model for Addictions: Escape the Treatment and Recovery Trap, and have published several additions of the book. They also offer retreats at St Jude in upstate New York. For more information on the Freedom Model approach, go to Saint Jude Retreats https://www.soberforever.net The Freedom Model https://www.thefreedommodel.org or email info@thefreedommodel.org

The dudes take a minute to front load with their listeners that a podcast with some non 12 step folks is upcoming, and why. That leads to a discussion about open mindedness, and what spiritual principled living looks like at work, and in relationships. Also, why does Aaron still have a newspaper subscription, and what's with all of the analogies?

Zach tried to fill his hole with stuff, status, and booze. With a mother in recovery, he knew where he could turn for help, After several half-hearted attempts at sobriety and his life unraveling, Zach found his way back to the 12 steps and got to work. He tells what it took for him to get where his now, and how he gets to enjoy the life that spiritually principled living has brought him.

Aaron can now fix things without throwing a temper tantrum. Kyle can exercise for the enjoyment of it, or challenge himself if he'd like. These are the ways the co-hosts have experienced spiritual growth in their lives. Also, how the podcast has given them the opportunity to grow in ways they couldn't have foreseen. Enjoy!

Our mutual friend sits down with us to talk about this, that, and the other. We talk about what our lives look like when we stray from our spiritual solution, what motivates us to get back on course, and if it's possible to simply stay on the course. Also, how trauma therapy has altered the way we talk to ourselves.

Kyle and Aaron celebrate their 50th episode with their most entertaining episode yet!!! But not really. They discuss the 3 legacies of the 12 step world, and what that looks like in their worlds. Also, a more grateful outlook on life, and looking forward to some upcoming guests.

Kyle (the idiot millennial) and Aaron (the amazing gen Xer), decide once and for all, why gen X is far supreme to those millennial wankers. They also discuss combining hard work with spiritual principles and a bunch of really interesting and mind bending material. You're welcome!

The boys take a deep dive into prayer and meditation. They talk about the outline in the book, how they do things similarly to that, where they explore outside the book, and how spiritual living has benefited their lives. One of them is most likely doing it wrong. Take a listen and decide for yourself!!

We sat down with Courtney, and were absolutely inspired by her experience. Having had no experience with the 12 step world, she attended her first meeting at the urging of her mother. Although she fell in love with the fellowship immediately, it took some time until she was ready to do the work. After being sober for several years, she decided marijuana was probably okay. A difficult ending to the weed chapter led her to a new sponsor, and a profound experience with another trip through the steps. Also how neurofeedback therapy and poetry have rounded out her energetic outlook on life. This one gave us goosebumps and we hope it will do the same for you. Enjoy!

After taking a while to get going on this one, the fellows finally get into some recovery talk. Topics include Kyle's killer couple of weeks, then a little bit of steps 4 through 12. Hang in there for the first 20 minutes, and get to the good stuff on this one!

Kyle and Aaron stray from their usual path and skip the solution talk all together. Some war stories, some discussion of our brains not remembering correctly, and why newspapers are still an important news source are on the agenda this episode. Plus Kyle's fabulous life is on display for all to see! Enjoy?

Without a guest, Kyle and Aaron talk a little about everything. Topics include fear and fear inventory, a little 3rd step, some 6 and 7 talk, and maybe even some amends discussion. We also discuss how our lives are somewhat boring these days, and why that's a good thing.

In an effort to figure out what in the hell is wrong with Kyle, we sit down with his lovely mother to get the story. Sharon tells about her family history of alcoholism, what Kyle was like growing up, and when things started to change. Also, her own journey with EMDR, and how different life looks today. Thanks to Sharon for sitting down with us and for supporting the podcast!