Best Rob N Larry Podcasts (2025)

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From Chief to Rock Bottom: A Firefighter's Battle with Alcoholism and PTSD 1:44:14

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Send us a text What happens when the weight of trauma becomes too heavy to bear? In this raw and deeply moving episode, we sit down with Jim, a retired Assistant Fire Chief with 33 years of service, who takes us through his harrowing journey with alcoholism, PTSD, and ultimately, a suicide attempt that changed everything. Jim's story begins in a la…

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Kerry K 2:33:48

6d ago2:33:48

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Kerry is someone who I have a close relationship with for many years. Knowing his story at meeting level and some with the friendship I have with his daughter and granddaughter, I was excited to hear the early details of what he went through and how he ended up in recovery. Send us a text Support the show…

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The Tiger Sleeps But Never Dies 2:37:49

9d ago2:37:49

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Send us a text Shawn shares his journey from growing up in a household where drinking was normalized to finding sobriety and reconciliation with his oldest daughter after years of addiction and separation. • First introduced to alcohol at age five when his mother gave him Schlitz malt liquor for a head injury • Military career cut short after testi…

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Larry E

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Larry gives us a deep account of the drug world from youth to adulthood. He also shares about the ups and downs of relationships and trying to navigate them. This was a fun episode for Josh and I. Send us a text Support the showBy The 4th Step

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Iain Mckell - Photographer 46:30

12d ago46:30

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Iain McKell is a distinguished British photographer and filmmaker celebrated for his powerful portraits and social-documentary work, particularly his chronicling of British youth subcultures since the late 1970s. His prints will be exhibited in the upcoming show Blitz – The Club That Shaped the 80s, which opens on September 20th and runs until Marc…

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Breaking Through: Mental Health Insights from Both Sides of Addiction 1:21:56

16d ago1:21:56

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Send us a text What happens when our emotional development gets frozen by addiction? How do we learn to process feelings we've been numbing for decades? This powerful episode brings together voices of lived experience and professional expertise to explore the profound connection between mental health and recovery. The conversation begins with a fas…

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Deniece Pearson of Five Star 49:45

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Deniece Pearson—best known as the powerhouse lead singer of Five Star—was the voice behind some of the slickest pop-R&B hits of the 1980s. As frontwoman of Britain’s answer to the Jacksons, she helped the sibling group dominate the charts with platinum albums and a string of infectious singles like System Addict and Rain or Shine. With a Brit Award…

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What Does Love Look Like When Someone Won't Stop Drinking? 37:01

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Send us a text The mountains speak to us in recovery. That special place where rivers merge becomes a profound metaphor for the spiritual transformation we undergo in sobriety—where God enables us to "match calamity with serenity." One host shares how returning to this sacred spot after gaining sobriety brought tears of gratitude rather than just m…

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Steve, Joseph & Ree 3:09:40

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I'm in Yuba City Ca with 3 friends doing a re-recording of an episode. The 3 of them share all the trauma, fears, resentments, reservations and much more. All 3 bring a great diversity to the episode. Send us a text Support the showBy The 4th Step

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Steve Blacknell - The Man with the Child in his Eyes 1:03:23

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A veteran British broadcaster, music industry insider, and self-proclaimed "serial thrill-seeker", Steve Blacknell's life has zigzagged through some of pop culture's most iconic moments. Born in Peckham in 1952 and raised in Dartford, Blacknell rose from humble beginnings—working as a hospital cleaner—to becoming a dynamic force in radio, televisio…

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True recovery begins when you stop lying to yourself. 36:51

30d ago36:51

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Send us a text What do you do when you can't directly make amends to someone you've hurt long ago? How do you release the guilt of harmful words spoken decades in the past? These questions haunt many in recovery, and in this episode, we unpack the transformative power of "living amends." The conversation begins with Larry sharing highlights from an…

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Producer Steve Levine 1:21:53

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Steve Levine: The Hitmaker Behind Culture Club, The Beach Boys & More | Music Producer Legend #cultureclub #boygeorge #stevelevine #recordproducer He’s the man behind the mixing desk who helped define the sound of a generation. My guest today is a Grammy Award-winning producer and one of the true architects of ‘80s pop. He shaped the global success…

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From Street Drunk to Hospital Executive 1:01:55

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Send us a text What happens when a homeless alcoholic who had resigned himself to "drinking and drugging to death" finds recovery and transforms his life completely? Paul story answers this question with raw honesty and profound hope. Paul takes us through his journey from a childhood of constant relocations to his early drinking at age 13, through…

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Theresa N 1:41:32

1M ago1:41:32

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Theresa shares tragedy and childhood confusion with us in an enlightening way. From her recovery mixed with Christianity, to our humanness in poor life choices. We get a great experience with recovery and spirituality. Send us a text Support the showBy The 4th Step

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Gered Mankowitz 1:16:18

1M ago1:16:18

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Gered Mankowitz; Photographing Kate Bush, The Rolling Stones, Billy Idol, Suzi Quatro, Jimi Hendrix #GeredMankowitz #photography #katebush #therollingstones #billyidol #Suziquatro #jimihendrix As someone who’s spent years speaking with some of the most fascinating figures in music and culture, few conversations have excited me as much as the one yo…

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The Journey So Far: One Year of Recovery Unfiltered 58:44

1M ago58:44

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Send us a text Fifty-two episodes. One year of sobriety stories. Countless lives touched. This special anniversary episode takes you behind the scenes of Recovery Unfiltered's remarkable first year. Larry and Rob, joined by their wives Katie and Bonnie, reflect on how a vision born from tragedy—a son lost to fentanyl—transformed into a beacon of ho…

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Andrew Roachford 1:05:19

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As someone who has interviewed many influential artists over the years, Andrew Roachford stands out as a truly unique voice in British music. Rising to fame in the late 1980s with his band Roachford, he broke onto the charts with the unforgettable hit “Cuddly Toy”, a track that fused soul, rock, and funk in a way that felt completely fresh at the t…

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Roseanne S 2:00:17

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One of my very favorite people in the world. The best sponsor-in-law a guy could ask for. Roseanne shares her story from walking the streets of Watts in LA to becoming a cornerstone of recovery in every life she touches. We are blessed to have this interview. Send us a text Support the showBy The 4th Step

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Through Her Eyes: What It's Like to Love an Alcoholic 2:19:44

2M ago2:19:44

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Send us a text What happens when the spotlight turns to those who've weathered addiction's fiercest storms—not as alcoholics themselves, but as the wives who stayed? In this powerful episode, hosts Larry and Rob invite their wives, Katie and Bonnie, to share their side of the recovery story. Katie reveals how family vacations became sources of rese…

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The Valley We Had to Walk Through Together Changed Everything 2:09:11

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Send us a text Larry and his daughter Maranda explore her perspective on his alcoholism and recovery journey, creating a powerful conversation about family healing, forgiveness, and moving forward together. • Maranda shares childhood memories of her father as a church deacon with an "open door" home for those in need • Larry's first drink came afte…

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Sobriety's Impact: A Father's Journey Through His Daughter's Eyes 1:16:25

2M ago1:16:25

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Send us a text In this milestone 50th episode, we pull back the curtain on addiction and recovery through the eyes of a daughter as Larry's youngest, McKenna, joins the conversation to share her perspective on her father's journey through alcoholism and sobriety. McKenna recounts growing up with her dad "Larber," from their adventures showing lives…

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Designer Keanan Duffty 1:15:50

2M ago1:15:50

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Designer Keanan Duffty; Fashion meets Music, David Bowie, Sex Pistols; The University of Failure I’m thrilled to introduce Keanan Duffty—this isn’t just an intro, it’s your VIP pass into the mind of a true blend of fashion, music, and education. Keanan is a British-born creative powerhouse (b. 1964, Doncaster) who's been rocking stages and runways …

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Kevin O 2:38:17

2M ago2:38:17

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Kevin talks about racism and family drug abuse growing up in a mexican household, and how his life of crime brought him into the rooms of recovery. Send us a text Support the showBy The 4th Step

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Motherhood, Addiction, and the Courage to Choose Differently 1:38:42

2M ago1:38:42

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Send us a text At just fourteen years old, Christy found herself pushing suitcases out of her window, running away with a boyfriend to Texas, and soon after, discovering she was pregnant. This moment would be the first of many life-altering decisions that shaped her journey through addiction, motherhood, and eventually, recovery. Christy's raw acco…

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Crystal C 2:09:32

3M ago2:09:32

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A heart wrenching and hope giving episode. With a trauma filled childhood of unthinkable abuse to being diagnosed with cancer in recovery, Crystal shares from the heart about her journey. Send us a text Support the showBy The 4th Step

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Sue Clowes 1:02:17

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Sue Clowes; Designer of Boy George/Culture Club's iconic clothes; She help Shape 80's Fashion Legacy Photo; (c) Samuel Guerrier Pioneering British textile and fashion designer, Sue Clowes, is renowned for her influential role in shaping 1980s pop and street fashion.⁠ ⁠ It was her collaboration with Boy George and Culture Club in the early 1980s tha…

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Milestones and Mountains: 14 Years of Recovery 36:43

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Send us a text Birthdays in recovery are powerful milestones that remind us of both how far we've come and the work that carried us here. In this deeply personal episode, we celebrate Rob's 14th sobriety birthday with surprise calls from sponsees and friends while exploring the universal principles of recovery that apply to healing of all kinds. Th…

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What Happens When Guilt Drives Your Amends? 39:27

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Send us a text Larry and Rob explore the concept that relapse is not about external triggers but rather a reflection of one's spiritual fitness and how thoroughly they've worked on their recovery. • Discussing a member who relapsed and questioned whether to make amends again • Sharing stories of transformation, particularly focusing on Nathan's phy…

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Martin Green; DJ & Curator 42:06

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Martin Green is a pioneering DJ, curator, and cultural archivist, best known as the founder of Smashing, the legendary 1990s Soho club that became a cornerstone of Britpop-era nightlife. He toured with Pulp and has DJ-ed for Blur, Suede, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, and fashion houses like Chanel and Prada. A passionate collector, he compile…

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Limahl 53:45

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Limahl; From Kajagoogoo's Too Shy to Giorgio Moroder's Never Ending Story! Limahl (born Christopher Hamill) is a British pop singer best known as the lead vocalist of the 1980s band Kajagoogoo, whose global hit "Too Shy" topped charts in 1983. After going solo, he gained further success with the international hit "The NeverEnding Story", the theme …

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Sober Out Loud 35:17

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Send us a text Larry and Rob explore the transformative power of willingness in recovery and the emotional impact of recording vulnerable stories. • Reflecting on the powerful episode with Kim and Mike that brought unexpected tears • Larry's sponsee Blake making progress through steps 4-7 of the program • The critical importance of willingness as "…

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Steven R 1:58:04

3M ago1:58:04

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Steven shares his experience of a rocky childhood and the effects his addiction played later in his life. Send us a text Support the showBy The 4th Step

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Swing Out Sister 1:05:16

3M ago1:05:16

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Swing Out Sister: From ‘Breakout’ to Timeless – The Evolution of Style and Sound Certain Shades Of Limelight — an 8CD box set celebrating a dazzling decade of Swing Out Sister’s sophisticated pop brilliance is out on June 27th 2025. Spanning 1994 to 2004, this beautifully curated collection captures the creative evolution of one of Britain’s most s…

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She Never Gave Up On Him, Even When He Gave Up On Himself 2:07:39

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Send us a text How does a marriage survive the unthinkable? In this powerful, emotional episode, Mike and Kim open their hearts to share their 18-year journey through grief, addiction, and eventual healing after losing their son Michael in a tragic accident. When devastation struck their family, Mike spiraled into addiction while Kim struggled to h…

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Sobriety Birthdays: Celebrating Recovery Milestones 29:27

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Send us a text Standing at the metaphorical "edge of the sidewalk," where addiction and recovery intersect, requires a profound choice about which path to take. This raw, honest conversation delves into the significance of sobriety birthdays and what they truly represent beyond simple abstinence from alcohol. We explore the emotional complexity of …

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Healing the Open Wound: The Power of Sponsorship 46:14

4M ago46:14

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Send us a text Sometimes God moves in unmistakable ways. For Larry, it happened during a Saturday morning meeting when a newcomer named Blake shared his story. A warm feeling washed over him—what he calls "God's spiritual two-by-four"—and he knew instantly he needed to sponsor this man despite his previous reluctance to take on sponsees. This power…

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When the Light Returns: A Journey Through Darkness 1:11:19

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Send us a text Grief has no timeline, but what happens when it consumes your entire life for 17 years? In this raw and unflinching conversation, Mike and Jason share their parallel journeys through unthinkable tragedy—both losing teenage sons in the same accident in 2007. Mike's candid testimony reveals how alcohol became his only coping mechanism …

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Alan G. Parker on John Lennon 52:43

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Director Alan G. Parker on Borrowed Time; The Truth Behind John Lennon's Final Years REVEALED! Alan G. Parker, director of Hello Quo Love Kills: The Story of Sid and the Pistols and It Was Fifty Years Ago Today... Sgt Pepper and Beyond, BORROWED TIME: LENNON'S LAST DECADE explores the final decade of Lennon's life in extraordinary detail. Alan G. P…

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Chris Bostock of JoBoxers 48:12

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Chris Bostock; JoBoxers, Style Council and Dave Stewart; The life of a Bass Guitar Player Chris Bostock is an English musician, songwriter, and music producer, best known as the bassist for the 1980s new wave band JoBoxers. Born in Bristol in 1962, Bostock began his musical journey with classical piano at age six before transitioning to guitar and …

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When Your Past Shapes Your Present: A Story of Fatherhood, Loss, and Healing 1:00:20

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Send us a text Mike S pulls no punches as he shares the story of his turbulent childhood with an alcoholic, abusive father in Oakdale, California. Born into chaos, Mike describes how he'd be locked in his room until his father came home, only to receive brutal beatings that went far beyond normal discipline. "I grew up getting beat like that," he e…

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Lee Swillingham 1:01:06

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Lee Swillingham; Inside The FACE Magazine; a style Revolution That Changed British Culture! To watch the interview go here; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmZAmkcJC4k Lee Swillingham, former Art Director of The Face magazine and co-curator of The Face; Culture Shirt Exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery in London, is a distinguished British…

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Behind The Sober Life, We Still Battle Our Demons 47:34

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Send us a text Depression doesn't magically vanish when the alcohol does. In our 40th episode, Larry bravely shares his recent struggle with depression despite approaching his three-year sobriety milestone. This raw conversation explores the reality that getting sober doesn't automatically fix all mental health issues, and sometimes professional he…

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Dig Wayne 1:03:33

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Dig Wayne (JoBoxers) Interview, Just Got Lucky, Boxer Beat, 80s Icon Status. Best known as the charismatic frontman of JoBoxers, the British new wave and soul-influenced pop band that made a splash in the early 1980s, DIg Wayne was born and raised in the United States, Dig first gained recognition as part of the rockabilly revival scene with his ba…

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Breaking the Chains: From Waiting to Working the Steps 56:29

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Send us a text Nathan's journey through recovery takes a powerful turn as he shares why he waited almost six years before working the 12 steps, and the profound transformation that followed when he finally did. What began as simple abstinence eventually led to a spiritual awakening that changed everything. "There were definitely time periods in tho…

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Gaz Whelan 1:00:23

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Best known as the drummer and co-founder of the iconic Manchester band Happy Mondays, Gaz Whelan was diagnosed at 11 years of age with a phobia of faults. His distinctive drumming style helped shape the band's signature blend of indie rock and dance music. ⁠ ⁠ To watch this interview go here; https://youtu.be/fo-ZxR5R1i8⁠ ⁠ Today Gaz, as the foundi…

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From Vegas Blackouts to Sober Victories: Nathan's Roller Coaster Recovery 1:19:26

5M ago1:19:26

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Send us a text Nathan shares his powerful journey from childhood trauma to finding lasting recovery after multiple relapses. His story reveals how early exposure to family addiction, violence, and loss shaped his relationship with substances and his path to healing. • Experienced significant childhood trauma including his grandmother's murder when …

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Lucy O'Brien 42:02

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Author Lucy O'Brien reveals the real story of Karen Carpenter in her book; Lead Sister. All the interviews at http://www.popthehistorymakers.com Karen Carpenter was one half of the sibling duo The Carpenters, who rose to fame in the 1970s with hits like Close to You and We've Only Just Begun. Known for her rich, melancholic voice and exceptional dr…

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Sponsorship & Brotherhood 30:56

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Send us a text Recovery isn't meant to be a solo journey—we explore the critical role of sponsorship in AA and why reaching out when you're struggling isn't bothering someone but giving them purpose. • The official birth of AA wasn't when Bill W got sober, but when he shared his story with Dr Bob across a kitchen table • Sponsorship isn't explicitl…

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Rob H 2:03:40

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Trauma therapy!!! This episode is about both the 4th step and the trauma that gets uncovered along the way. We talk a lot about what we went through as far as abuse and what we did in both the 4th step work and the outside help. Send us a text Support the showBy The 4th Step

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Precious Wilson 1:05:23

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Precious Wilson; Eruption's One Way Ticket & I Can't Stand the Rain The Disco & Soul Diva's Journey. Precious Wilson is a British soul and disco singer who gained prominence in the late 1970s as the lead vocalist of the group Eruption. Born in Jamaica, she moved to the United Kingdom, where she joined Eruption and contributed to their international…

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