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“I find this podcast to be Chicken Soup for my soul! I love listening to these episodes. A fellow Al-anon member told me about this show for which I am very grateful. This podcast has taught me so much and has done much to supplement my personal recovery. I don’t have an actively drinking in my...”Read full review »
meandmyanxiety via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/30/24
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“Thank you soooo much for this podcast! I have found it to be a perfect addition for my recovery journey. Your podcast was recommended by some of my AL Pals, and I have been listening daily since then. I recently started with episode 1 and have just finished Episode 36. (Because of Swetha’s...”Read full review »
Nerd62 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/29/24
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“As a child, perfectionism & shame, & a belief that I was responsible for everyone & everything, especially things that go wrong, became deeply ingrained in my unconscious brain.
My life & family were crashing & burning. Thank God for AA & Al-Anon! I go to in person...”Read full review »
Dottie, Florida via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/02/24
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“Thank you. Your podcast is incredible. Very powerful. Very healing. I know in Al-Anon we aren’t supposed to strive for perfection but this show comes very close. So very grateful to have found you!”
NYCMasters via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/24
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“This podcast is fantastic! I am so blessed to have stumbled upon it!
A sensitive issue for discussion, and yet, I feel so comfortable listening and sharing. Spencer, Swetha and Kelly have definitely found their calling. They are able to inject humor and can still approach the very difficult...”Read full review »
hnm1506 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/24
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“This podcast has taught me so much on my journey & I’m forever grateful for showing me a path to serenity. No quick fixes yet hope abounds.”
gtcrawford via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/17/23
“I found The Recovery Show from a recommendation from someone in one of my Al-Anon meetings
It is without question one of the most valuable podcasts of all the ones available
The host has a gentle tone, just like someone who has been to many Al-Anon meetings They have guests that tell real...”Read full review »
Cliffroberts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/09/23
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“This show is absolutely amazing. I’m not sure how I started listening to it. I’m not a recovering alcoholic but I do have some mental health struggles that this podcast helps me with. It’s so relatable and helpful and soothing. I feel like I’m in a therapy. I may have done a general search on a...”Read full review »
MichePie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/23
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“I’ve been listening for a few months. The discussions always come through. It feels genuine and vulnerable. I’m so thankful for this content that’s so easily accessible ❤️”
Heatherhefs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/23
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“I discovered The Recovery Show through a fellow in my home group as we were talking about Service and resentments with service. Listening to episode 349 as my first dive into your amazing podcast, I find I now listen daily. The episode on chaos (45) spoke to me and my experience, especially the...”Read full review »
k j n otherside via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/12/23
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“A great companion for those navigating their journey of recovery. Spencer gets to the heart of healing with honesty and understanding. From Deirdre”
Deirdre Tshien via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/12/23
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“I stumbled upon the show, started listening, and got hooked… In the best kind of way. I then went back to the beginning, and I’ve been listening in chronological order. I just love it. The depth, the humanity, the recovery, the guests, the topics, all just wonderful. Give it a listen, you will...”Read full review »
E-z listener via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/23
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“Spencer’s podcast is awesome! Full disclosure: I was a guest host on the Diversity, People of Color episode. I’m so grateful for this amazing resource that’s available at our fingertips anytime anywhere. A great supplement to going to meetings, working the steps, and reading the literature. Thank...”Read full review »
Ucbsph via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/23
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“Words cannot express my gratitude for this podcast. It has helped me get through some very difficult times and has given me hope and courage. Wish I would have found this during the pandemic. Spencer’s voice is just soothing to me and it helps lessen my anxiety. This podcast has really helped me...”Read full review »
Gjjgdaaaa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/23
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“This show is a bridge over turbulent waters. With wisdom and often humor, it reminds me who I am and who I’m not; clarity I desperately need! It’s a great companion on walks and in the car. It gives me realistic hope. I love it❤️”
SaltandPepper63 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/23
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“I really appreciate this show. It is inspiring. Thanks for keeping it going!”
Alliehope18 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/23
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“I have been listening and love it”
j1e2n3n4a5 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/22/23
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“Thank you Spencer! This Podcast is an important part of my Daily Recovery! You do an Important service to help us Recover from the affects of Alcoholism and how it affects the families of alcoholics! I listen almost every day on the train to work and home. You have helped me in many ways!”
Toodyt via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/22/23
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“This podcast is amazing for whoever that's going through recovery! It is divinely inspiring and empowering.”Read full review »
Conscious_Marketing_&_PR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/23
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“I learned so much from this. Love it!”
Maluhia777 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/23
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“I am new to Al-Anon although as a therapist, I’ve often recommended it to clients or even attended meetings with them, secretly checking it out for myself. As a therapist living in a small town, in-person meetings here are often not anonymous and awkward because I’m guaranteed to see clients....”Read full review »
Rachael W, AK via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/23
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“Just discovered this podcast! Since I can only go a meeting 1x a week- this podcast allows a daily contact with the concepts of recovery. Thank you!”
vicarious friend via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/23
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“I often fall asleep to this podcast. This is not because it’s boring but Spencer’s voice is very soothing and hearing him and his guests talk about topics that can be taboo is such a relief and helps me feel safe and heard without even having to speak! It gives me serenity and puts me in a better...”Read full review »
blergyblerg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/23
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“This podcast has been an integral tool in my recovery. I discovered it about 6 months ago. I am grateful to Spencer for his years of work in generating such meaningful episodes. I listen daily.”
Supsse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/23
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“The program is so important to me, though I am brand new to it. This podcast has been most helpful to me between meetings and I love the discussions that I’ve heard so far. Thank you so much for your service to all of us, and to the program.”
Schmaudy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/23
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“So helpful”
Darin Hurts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/23
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“Irritable and unreasonable podcast- my favorite so far!! Wow - I got so much insight about myself and hope. Thank you!”
TK Wilcox via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/22
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“I have listened to this podcast every night before bed for about two months now and it’s become something that I look forward to as my day comes to an end. As someone who is nearly a year into sobriety, I am grateful to the many resources available to help me along the way, such as meetings,...”Read full review »
Savannah Rosner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/05/22
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“A friend in recovery shared this podcast with me and described it as a “meeting in your pocket,” and she was so right! So grateful for this!”
Stressica via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/23/22
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“And also so helpful and just helped me when I needed it. Like a good good friend that’s way smarter than me.”
music&science via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/22
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“This is deep, and healing. I love this post cast. Helping me grow. Thank you !min”
minlern via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/22
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“I’m sure lots of folks have left eloquent, and thoughtful reviews. My share is simple, if you find yourself here, there’s a reason. Give this podcast a listen to the shared experience, strength, and hope, you’ll find something here that speaks to you. I know I have. There are many episodes. You...”Read full review »
Elbe 1987 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/22
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“I want to thank you for continuing to put out this amazing podcast. To be honest I should definitely be in Al-Anon! Probably since birth!! my fear and perfectionist personally persuade me to believe I’m FINE! Haha jokes on me! I plan on attending an in-person meeting in the near future. Without...”Read full review »
Snowmom17 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/22
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“Your podcast has been my go to ever since I discovered it! I have learned so much and found such comfort in your episodes and cannot express how much I appreciate the time and effort you give to this project. You really make a difference in my journey to understand and survive my two qualifiers...”Read full review »
whyme2345 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/22
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“Thank you for this podcast. I’ve been to a couple meetings but didn’t feel comfortable due to social anxiety. This has been a wonderful stepping stone for my healing journey. I’m starting from the first episode and working my way through.
Take care, Britt”
bsayw10 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/22
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“Thank you Spencer for this podcast. I’m a long time Alanon member and listener. I just never got the courage up to write. This podcast is my daily meditation. I try and listen to it everyday. I do listen to it on my work day. It is a great podcast!!”
Dudenhoeffer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/15/22
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“This is a good group of hosts and guests discussing very difficult topics. however, I’m
In need of positive learning on improving and getting better, and I just found the many stories or trauma far too triggering for me to cope with.”
Sow NG via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
08/15/22
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“I’m so grateful for this podcast. It keeps me in recovery in between sponsor call and meetings. I’m very very grateful.”
SerenaMariePowell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/30/22
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“I just came across this podcast, and was interested in episode 377, but the opening remarks repeated 4-5 times before I couldn’t take it anymore.”
noodlesims via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/22
“I can’t thank Stuart and all his guest cohosts for all their bravery in sharing what real recovery is like from the perspective of the non-using family/friends of alcohol and substance abuse. Also covers some codependency topics. Well worth listening to.”
kcinbloom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/22
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“I came across this show while in a recent low moment with my alcoholic-dysfunctional family of origin, and boy am I glad that I did. I recently moved across many time zones and have not yet found an ACoA meeting to replace the one I was previously attending. The Recovery Show is helping to fill...”Read full review »
KBP-app-review via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/22
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“Facing fears
Taking responsibility for our lives
Redirecting our energies way more productively
Stopping trying to control the impossible to control
Setting examples of listening
Being present showing up
Have learned so much already in my first few weeks of bingeing on this life saving /sanity...”Read full review »
süsüser via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/17/22
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“When my world seemed to be shattering all around me, I discovered this show and it eased me into reclaiming my sanity and learning different points of views relating to Al-Anon. Thank you!”
Arsenia Barias via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/22
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“Just started listening a few weeks ago from the beginning. The hosts have a great balance of personal shares, practical information, how Al-Anon has improved so many ares of their lives. Thank you for being there for us.”
wright85 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/22
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“This podcast is amazing. It’s been so helpful in my recovery. I love to be able to listen while I commute to work and I just play episodes over and over again. Great cure for
Stinking Thinking.”
MoPodcast4Me via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/22
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“This podcast is truly heaven sent. I am so grateful that I discovered it at the very beginning of my journey through the program. It has helped me on some seriously tough days, when meetings aren’t available, and when I need to just pause and listen. It is an incredible resource of experience,...”Read full review »
vahevalarain via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/22
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“This Episode was the most powerful, articulate, thoughtful share I have yet to hear. Her calm and loving expression of her marriage to her loving husband, who silently battled his disease, was such a profound story of love and loss at the same time. I felt God’s loving presence and compassion in...”Read full review »
Blessed CSR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/22
“Dear Spencer, your podcast has been an invaluable source of wisdom, strength and hope not only when dealing with a loved ones’s addiction, but to pretty much everything in life. Work, friends, our children, you name it.
It’s honest and heartfelt. There are no quick fixes to the curve balls life...”Read full review »
MarileneRoder via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/22
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“The first episode I heard was 370. Before I listened, I had been experiencing sleep disturbances with intense nightmares. Because of that episode I started reading the thought for tonight before bed and meditating with it. Ever since I implemented this routine, I have not had nightmares and I...”Read full review »
shapmasa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/22
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