Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA How it works: Read by Bill W
Dec 25, 2025
In this special holiday discussion, Bill W., co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, shares his insights while reading the 'How It Works' passage. He emphasizes the power of rigorous honesty as a crucial step toward recovery and highlights the importance of surrendering old habits. Bill articulates the cunning nature of alcohol and encourages listeners to lean on a higher power. With a candid overview of the Twelve Steps, he reminds everyone that spiritual growth, not perfection, is the goal. A heartfelt and inspiring message for all.
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Honesty And Total Commitment Matter
- Recovery requires absolute honesty and willingness to follow the program completely from the start.
- Bill W. emphasizes that partial commitment or holding onto old ideas prevents recovery.
Alcohol Is Overpowering; Turn To A Higher Power
- Alcohol is described as cunning, baffling, and powerful, beyond unaided control.
- Bill W. frames a Higher Power as the necessary source of help to overcome alcoholism.
Work The Twelve Steps In Order
- Follow the Twelve Steps as a suggested program of recovery starting with admitting powerlessness.
- Work each step in order, including moral inventory, making amends, and prayer or meditation for guidance.