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Chapters & Sections (101)
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00:01
Host Introduction and Audience Hook
00:33
Discussion of Triggering Content for Addicts
01:04
Clarifying Listening Guidelines for Sober Listeners
02:07
Narrative Setup: Location and Timeframe
02:38
Meeting Attendance and Initial Frustration
03:08
Secretary’s Disruptive Behavior and Money Theft
04:12
The Sparkly Thongs Incident
05:13
Escalation and Accusations of Cult Behavior
06:16
Removal of the Secretary by a Homeless Attendee
06:47
Personal Reflections on AA Culture and Kickball Conflicts
07:51
Celebrating Five Years of Sobriety
08:22
Meeting a Partner Through Tinder
08:52
Family Connections and Childhood Memories
09:25
Bus Battery Troubles and Nighttime Dreams
09:57
College Struggles and Dream Narratives
10:27
Secret Society Membership and Cultural References
10:57
Basketball Shoes Collection Discussion
11:27
Moving to the Countryside and Twin Births
12:29
Podcast Appreciation and Stepdaughter Interaction
15:06
Meeting Jenny at AA and Beginning of Relationship
15:37
Decision to Attend Grad School in California
16:08
Relapse and Breakup with Jenny
16:38
Struggles in California and Attempted AA Re‑entry
17:10
Reading Mosha’s Book and Planning Return to NY
18:12
Reaching Out to Jenny for Amends
18:44
Meeting Sandy and Forming a New Friendship
19:45
AA Meeting Reunion with Jenny’s Circle
20:17
Introducing Sandy to the Community and Building Bonds
21:18
Wedding Anniversary, Family Expansion, and Future Plans
21:49
AA Community as a Supportive Environment
22:20
Friendship Acceptance of Ex-Relationships
22:50
Long-Term Friendships and Mutual Support
23:21
Parental Influence and Personal Growth
23:53
Unexpected Love Story in AA Meeting
24:24
Spousal Perspective on Relationship Development
24:55
First Date and Emotional Connection
25:26
Group Trust and Self-Perception
26:29
Professional Identity and Stereotype Challenge
27:01
Academic Background and Research Focus
27:33
International Meeting Experiences
28:03
Cultural Similarities Across Meetings
28:36
Family Vacation Planning and Travel Disruptions
29:08
Support Needs During Family Trip
29:39
Sober Milestone and Meeting Attendance
30:09
Excitement for First Meeting
30:39
Deciding to Speak Up
31:10
Meeting Atmosphere and Age Contrast
31:40
International Guest Introduction
32:10
Birthday Celebration Format
32:41
Confusion Over Age and Sobriety Dates
33:14
Emotional Reaction to Misunderstanding
33:46
Realization of Sobriety Birthday Context
34:17
Embarrassment and Crying
34:47
Support from Older Members
35:18
Reflection on Relapse and Community Support
35:59
Receiving Hugs and Gifts
36:19
Walking Home with Emotional Impact
36:50
Encounter with Supervisor and Faculty Interaction
38:23
Host Greeting and Casual Conversation
38:53
Clarifying Names and Light Jokes
39:26
First Tattoo Experience and Regret
39:58
Location and Timing of the Story
40:28
Overview of Sober Living Structure
41:29
House Manager’s Announcement of New Roommate
42:00
Arrival of the Injured Roommate
42:31
Overdose in Neighbor’s Driveway
43:02
Coyote Interaction and Survival Myth
43:32
Reflection on the Incident’s Impact
44:35
Broader Themes of Suffering and Recovery
46:08
Reflections on Sobriety and Personal Growth
46:39
Tragic Incident Involving a Loved One
47:09
Emotional Impact and Coping with Loss
47:40
Community Support and Shared Experiences