Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast
Welcome to the Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast, a place for sex addicts to share their experiences of recovery to help break the stigma, myths, and misconceptions of sex addiction.
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Ep 167 Group Discussion: Motion to Change Tradition Eleven
08/14/2025
Ep 167 Group Discussion: Motion to Change Tradition Eleven
Join us in this conversation as we discuss the Conference Motion to change the wording of Tradition Eleven to read: "Our public relations policy is based on attraction, rather than promotion; we need always maintain personal anonymity across all public platforms." To send feedback on the Motion change to Area 54, email: https://saa-iso.org/mbrs/docs/conf2024/2024-D006(MotionToChangeTraditionEleven).pdf (password protected) We need your story for the Green Book! New stories that reflect recovery involving technologies from the past twenty years. Submit your stories at Share infomation about the Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast at your SAA Meeting: The Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms and is a project of the Bay Area Intergroup of SAA. Find Links to podcast platforms: Listen Directly: YouTube Channel: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): William Elliott Whitmore - Bury Your Burdens in the Ground: New Order - True Faith: Be Still the Earth / Ether Valley - Redecay: Antarctic Wastelands / Ether Valley - Solarspaces: Ether Valley - Soulshimmers: We Dream of Eden - For The Wandering: Tool - Soundscape Intro and Vicarious Live Bill Graham Civic 2010: "Jason's soundscape with Garageband" Heilung - Fylgija Ear: Heilung - Norupo (Live): "Tell Me What It Takes" Devin Townsend Project - Fly: Nomad - Gathering: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 166 Mads shares his First Step
08/01/2025
Ep 166 Mads shares his First Step
Join us in this special episode as Mads shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting talking about his experiences with BDSM, cross dressing and kink. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Queen - Don't Stop Me Now: Chuck Mangione - Feels So Good: TOOL - Hand of Doom (Black Sabbath Cover): Black Sabbath - Black Sabbath: Black Sabbath - Into The Void: Black Sabbath - Planet Caravan: Black Sabbath - Spiral Architect: Ozzy Osbourne - You Can't Kill Rock and Roll: Ozzy Osbourne - Mama, I'm Coming Home (Back to the Beginning Live 2025): Ozzy Osbourne - Mama, I'm Coming Home (Studio): Resident Alien S4E6 Behind the Scenes (not the actual scene): Music Playlists: SARP: Music & Recovery Playlist (all music that has been played on this podcast, 400+ songs): Spotify: Apple Music: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 165 An Anonymous Step Twelve Story
07/21/2025
Ep 165 An Anonymous Step Twelve Story
Join us in this special episode as we share an anonymous Step Twelve Story as read by previous Podcast guest Ben S. Our anonymous guest shares about what he's learned working the Twelve Steps and how SAA has enriched his life. Music Playlists: SARP: Music & Recovery Playlist (all music that has been played on this podcast, 390+ songs): Spotify: Apple Music: SARP: Spiritual Mixes (Jason’s personal Mix CDs combined to one playlist, 200+ songs): Spotify: Apple Music: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Brolly - 'Til the Light Breaks Through: Shiny Penny - Find My Home: Jeremy James Whitaker - Be Free: Avi Kaplan - I'm Only Getting Started: TOOL - Invincible: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 164 Brandon P shares at the SAA / COSA Speaker Meeting
07/09/2025
Ep 164 Brandon P shares at the SAA / COSA Speaker Meeting
Join us in this recording for Part 2 of the May 4th, 2025 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Brandon P. shares about how his addiction ended a relationship, finding recovery in SAA, and now thriving in a new marriage. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, dial 988 in the US. https://988lifeline.org Book referenced in this episode: Out of the Shadows by Patrick Carnes SARP: Music & Recovery Playlist (all music that has been played on this podcast, 300+ songs): Spotify: Apple Music: SARP: Spiritual Mixes (Jason’s personal Mix CDs combined to one playlist, 200+ songs): Spotify: Apple Music: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): AJR - Inertia (Acoustic): Morgan Wallen - Genesis: Les Crane - Desiderata: National Lampoon - Deteriorata: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 163 Judith M shares at the SAA / COSA Speaker Meeting
06/25/2025
Ep 163 Judith M shares at the SAA / COSA Speaker Meeting
Join us in this recording for Part 1 of the May 4th, 2025 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Judith M. shares about her experience in recovery in COSA; her favorite recovery tools and personal recovery poetry. Links mentioned in this episode: New COSA Recovery book: SAA / COSA Speaker Meeting Episode Playlist: Luke's Writings: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 162 Albert shares his First Step
06/12/2025
Ep 162 Albert shares his First Step
Join us in this special episode as Albert shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Aurora - Conquerer: Aurora being a comedian for over 6 minutes: Sofia Isella - The Doll People: Sofia Isella - Hot Gum: Sofia Isella - Hot Gum (Live at Wembly): Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 161 LJ shares about being Non-Binary
06/02/2025
Ep 161 LJ shares about being Non-Binary
Join us in this episode as LJ opens up to talk about being Non-Binary. In addition we talk about having a few slips after long term sobriety, calling a suicide help line and finishing up work on Step Two. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 Links mentioned in this episode: Recommiting to Recovery: Submit a story to the new edition of the Green Book: Telemeetings website: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Billy Lockett - Say I'm Sober: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 160 Music & Recovery: Conscious Contact Through Music
05/18/2025
Ep 160 Music & Recovery: Conscious Contact Through Music
Join us in this workshop from the 2025 Bay Area Retreat. We had conversation on how music enriches our program of recovery and had a chance to participate in a live music jam! Media referenced in this episode: This Is Your Brain on Music: The Science of a Human Obsession by Daniel J. Levitin PBS Documentary: We Want The Funk! A History of Funk and Black Liberation of the 1970s: Sinners Trailer: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Music Jam songs: first song (?), Blue Bossa, While My Guitar Gently Weeps, The Ocean, Wild Horses, Girl From Ipanema The J.B.'s - Doing It To Death (Funky Good Time): The J.B.'s - The Grunt pt.1 & 2: Public Enemy - Rebel Without A Pause: Public Enemy - Night Of The Living Baseheads: Black Eyed Peas - Labor Day (It's A Holiday): Funk Factory - Rien Ne Va Plus: Beasite Boys - Car Thief: Miles Caton - I Lied To You: Ludwig Göransson - Magic What We Do (Surreal Montage): Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 159 Group Discussion: Sponsorship in SAA
05/01/2025
Ep 159 Group Discussion: Sponsorship in SAA
Sponsorship is an important tool of sobriety and recovery. Join us in this group discussion on Sponsorship in SAA. Links mentioned in this episode: ISO Service Website for information on Conference, GSRs, Areas, and more: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 158 Joe & Charlie Steps 10 & 11: Into Action
04/21/2025
Ep 158 Joe & Charlie Steps 10 & 11: Into Action
Join us in this episode as Jason shares a segment of "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive". Looking at Steps 10 & 11, from the Big Book of AA, this recording finishes Ch. 6: Into Action. Well known in the recovery communities, AA speakers Joe & Charlie have done many talks about the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how to go about working the Twelve Steps. Links this episode (used for educational purposes): Joe & Charlie Big Book Comes Alive (section relevant to this episode): Into Action (different recording): Joe & Charlie Podcast Episodes: Ep 109 Joe & Charlie Steps 1 & 2: The Doctor's Opinion Ep 115 Joe & Charlie Step 2: There Is A Solution & Spiritual Experience Ep 121 Joe & Charlie Step 2: We Agnostics Ep 127 Joe & Charlie Step 3: How It Works Ep 063 Joe & Charlie Step 4 pt.1 Ep 068 Joe & Charlie Step 4 pt.2 Ep 071 Joe & Charlie Step 4 pt.3 Ep 075 Joe & Charlie Step 4 pt.4 Ep 135 Joe & Charlie Step 5: Into Action Ep 143 Joe & Charlie Steps 6 & 7: Into Action Ep 151 Joe & Charlie Steps 8 & 9: Into Action Ep 158 Joe & Charlie Steps 10 & 11: Into Action Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 157 Evan shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
04/11/2025
Ep 157 Evan shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
Join us in this recording for Part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Evan shares about his experience in recovery in SAA. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Killswitch Engage - I Believe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgS-fkFOsRA Playlists: SARP Music & Recovery (all songs played on the Podcast): Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 156 SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Episode Redux
04/04/2025
Ep 156 SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Episode Redux
This episode has been re-edited in order to remove the COSA Speaker share at the request of our guest. This new redux episode has the intro and outro without the main speaker share. Links mentioned in this episode: Step Workbook Event April 5th: This live Zoom workshop is your opportunity to learn how to implement a 32-week Stepwork Workbook model that is already transforming meetings—including SAA Durbanville (Cape Town), where five step work groups have launched, and nearly all members are now actively working the steps. For Zoom info, email: [email protected] More info here: https://step-by-stepaprogramofrecovery.godaddysites.com/ The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): TOOL - Culling Voices: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rj3IbZV_YQM Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 155 Liz P shares her Experience, Strength & Hope
03/13/2025
Ep 155 Liz P shares her Experience, Strength & Hope
Join us in this episode as Liz shares about her recovery in ACA and SAA, what it is like as a blind person in recovery and finding her Higher Power Family. Link mentioned in this episode: Tools of Recovery: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Kathy Zavada - Love's Lullaby: Anúna - Salve Rex Gloriae: Celtic Woman - I See Fire: Heilung - Nesso: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 154 Tracy B shares her Experience, Strength & Hope
03/03/2025
Ep 154 Tracy B shares her Experience, Strength & Hope
Join us in this episode as Tracy shares her story of recovery in SA & SAA; starting her own patio meeting for Women Warriors and the importance of strong sponsorship lineage. SAA Women's Intergroup: Resources mentioned in this episode: The Four Agreements: A Pritical Guide For Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tracy B - Amen Tracy B - The Broken Places Teddy Swims - Lose Control: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 153 Brandon B shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
02/22/2025
Ep 153 Brandon B shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
Join us in this episode as Brandon shares about his recovery in SAA, mental health and connects with Jason around metal music. Link mentioned in this episode: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Florian Christl - Close Your Eyes: Gojira - Global Warming: Gorgoroth - Procreating Satan: Wardruna - Fehu: Wardruna - The Creation of "Dvaledraumer"with Jonna Jinton: Wardruna - Dvaledraumer: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 152 MJ Reflects on Working the 12 Steps
02/08/2025
Ep 152 MJ Reflects on Working the 12 Steps
After finishing Program work, MJ & Jason talk about their sponsor/sponsee relationship; reflecting on the 12 Steps and just having some fun time chatting. Jason also gets personal about depression, anxiety and the state of the world. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Miracle Archives - Sh!tshow: Limbomaniacs - Maniac: Prophets of Rage - Unfuck the World: Lady Gaga - Born This Way: Fear Factory - Oxidizer: Kati Rán - Vinda (ft. Maria Franz): The Spaniels - Goodnight, Sweetheart, Goodnight: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Bonus Ep: Bay Area Retreat Info & Ep 030 Re-Post
01/31/2025
Bonus Ep: Bay Area Retreat Info & Ep 030 Re-Post
The Bay Area Retreat Committee is excited to invite you to our annual Out of the Fog retreat at Walker Creek Ranch in Marin County on the weekend of March 14-16, 2025. Enrich your recovery with meetings, workshops, meditation, and fellowship. We will also enjoy all manner of outer circle activities including drum circles, campfires, game night, talent/no talent show, and hiking among the rolling hills of West Marin. This includes a re-post of the intro and outro of Ep 030 which has been pulled from public listening. Links mentioned in this episode: Registration: Workshop Submittal: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Heilung Resonator Talks: Heilung - Fylgija Ear / Futhorck Live (from LIFA): Heilung - Alfadhirhaiti Live (from LIFA): Heiling - LIFA (full show): Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 151 Joe & Charlie Steps 8 & 9: Into Action
01/22/2025
Ep 151 Joe & Charlie Steps 8 & 9: Into Action
Join us in this episode as Jason shares a segment of "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive". Looking at Steps 8 & 9, from the Big Book of AA, this recording covers Ch. 6: Into Action. Well known in the recovery communities, AA speakers Joe & Charlie have done many talks about the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how to go about working the Twelve Steps. ***note: The Ninth Step Promises section will be part of the next Joe & Charlie episode*** Links this episode (used for educational purposes): Joe & Charlie Big Book Comes Alive (section relevant to this episode): Into Action (different recording): YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): for KING + COUNTRY - Control: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 150 Garrett N shares his First Step
01/12/2025
Ep 150 Garrett N shares his First Step
Join us in this special episode as Garrett N shares his First Step recorded at the Fellow Travelers Recovery Group, which is an Intergroup of SAA with special interest recovery meetings for Minor Attracted Persons (MAPs). Links mentioned in this episode: Fellow Travelers: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tool live with Billy Strings - Jambi: Primus live with Billy Strings - Over The Falls: Primus live 12/30/2024 (Les Claypool's Frog Brigade) - David Makalaster: Billy Strings - Know It All: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 149 Sarah shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
12/30/2024
Ep 149 Sarah shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
Join us in this recording for Part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Sarah shares about her experience in recovery in COSA. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Apocalypse Orchestra - Glass and Sun: Playlists: SARP Music & Recovery (all songs played on the Podcast): Jason's 2024 Playlist: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 148 Kit shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
12/16/2024
Ep 148 Kit shares at the SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting
Join us in this recording for Part 1 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Kit shares about her experience in recovery in both AA & SAA. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Tool - Invincible: Nadinko - Zelenaya Dubronka: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 147 Camilla, Sibling of a Sex Addict
12/02/2024
Ep 147 Camilla, Sibling of a Sex Addict
Join us in this episode as podcast listener Camilla shares her experience, strength & hope as a person in recovery whose brother was incarcerated for sex addiction. Links mentioned in this episode: SAA Prisoner Outreach Program: What is EMDR? The work of Pia Mellody - Centering Prayer: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): David Bowie - Space Oddity (1969): David Bowie - Space Oddity (1973): David Bowie - Lazarus: David Bowie & Trent Reznor - I’m Afraid of Americans: David Bowie & NIN - Hurt: Nine Inch Nails - Hurt: Johnny Cash - Hurt: Johnny Cash - I Came To Believe (2002): Johnny Cash - I Came To Believe (1984): Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 146 Ben S shares his First Step
11/23/2024
Ep 146 Ben S shares his First Step
Join us in this special episode as Ben S. shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): "Heilung / Charlie Brown Christmas mashup" (link withheld for podcast anonymity) Heilung - Hamrer Hippyer (LIFA Iotungard): Heilung - LIFA Iotungard (Hamrer at 1:16:00): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0G5Dj-xMpb8 Primus - The Carpenter & the Dainty Bride: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXfwyM7ltH8 Staind - Outside: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVQpfoqsY8Q Aaron Lewis - Outside (Live): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0YR7cflSSQ TOOL - Fear Inoculum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7DfQMPmJRI Autoheart - Moscow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIRgN6xTjnA Disturbed - The Sound of Silence: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 145 Jason shares at the 2024 Bay Area Giving Thanks Event
11/14/2024
Ep 145 Jason shares at the 2024 Bay Area Giving Thanks Event
Join us in this epsiode as Jason shares at the Bay Area Giving Thanks. This annual event serves two purposes: first, to provide an afternoon of great fellowship where we can celebrate the gifts we receive from the program; and second, to raise much-needed funds for the International Service Organization to carry the message to those who still suffer. Links mentioned in this episode: It’s not too late to donate to our Bay Area Giving Thanks fundraiser: A Simple How-To For Giving Thanks: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Vince Guaraldi Quintet - Charlie Brown Blues: Vince Guaraldi & Bola Sete - Ginza Samba: Vince Guaraldi Quintet - Thanksgiving Theme: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 144 Gary O shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
10/30/2024
Ep 144 Gary O shares his Experience, Strength & Hope
Join us in this episode as Gary O shares an Experience, Strength & Hope talk at the Noon Zoom Room. Links mentioned in this episode: Bay Area Giving Thanks: Make donations here: or text "BAGT" to 91999 SAA/COSA Speaker meeting: WOC Presents: Healthy Dating Workshop Thursday, November 14th 7:30pm – 9:00pm CST Sunday, November 17th 2:00pm – 3:30pm CST The Women's Outreach Committee is hosting two workshops. Panel members will share experience, strength, and hope and answer questions about dating in recovery. Open to all SAA members Books referenced: The Erotic Mind by Jack Morin The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 143 Joe & Charlie Steps 6 & 7: Into Action
10/14/2024
Ep 143 Joe & Charlie Steps 6 & 7: Into Action
Join us in this episode as Jason shares a segment of "Joe & Charlie: The Big Book Comes Alive". Looking at Steps 6 & 7, from the Big Book of AA, this recording covers Ch. 6: Into Action. Well known in the recovery communities, AA speakers Joe & Charlie have done many talks about the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and how to go about working the Twelve Steps. Links this episode (used for educational purposes): Joe & Charlie Big Book Comes Alive (section relevant to this episode): We Agnostics (different recording): Bay Area Giving Thanks 11/2/24: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Björk - I Go Humble: Norah Jones - Humble Me: Eric Bibb - Just Keep Going On: Gojira - The Shooting Star: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 142 Scott G shares at the SAA / COSA Speaker Meeting
10/05/2024
Ep 142 Scott G shares at the SAA / COSA Speaker Meeting
Join us in this recording for Part 2 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Scott G shares about his experience in recovery in both SLAA & SAA; having bisexual relationships; and the lonliness of being a prostitute. Giving Thanks Announcement: Giving Thanks is open to both addicts and partners. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Our Lady Peace - Clumsy: Tool - Intension: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 141 Sylvan shares at the SAA / COSA Speaker Meeting
09/19/2024
Ep 141 Sylvan shares at the SAA / COSA Speaker Meeting
Join us in this recording for Part 1 of the Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Sylvan shares about their experience in recovery in COSA; the troubles of finding a Higher Power after being sexually abused by a family member; and leaving home to another state after finding faith & trust in a higher power. Links mentioned in this episode: LGBTQIA2S+ COSA meeting Every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time Permanently online: Meeting ID: 874 9251 7975 Email for the meeting password. YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Wardruna - Hertan (Heart): Wardruna - Grá (Live at the Acropolis): Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 140 Aimee shares her Experience, Strength & Hope
09/05/2024
Ep 140 Aimee shares her Experience, Strength & Hope
Join us in this episode as Aimee shares about her experiences being a Sex & Love Addict, listening to recovery podcasts & the importance of sharing women's stories of recovery. Aimee & Jason also discuss the different S-fellowships, in particular SAA & SLAA. Links and references mentioned in this episode: Facing Love Addiction by Pia Mellody This podcast is not affliated with SLAA, but we acknowledge our common roots in the Steps & Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. Information about SLAA: The Daily Reprieve Podcast: The One Day At A Time Podcast: SARP: Music & Recovery Playlist (all music that has been played on this podcast): Spotify: Apple Music: YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Heilung - In Maidjan (LIFA IOTUNGARD): Songleikr - Jenta Hi Gjekk Seg: Heilung - Seidh: David Garcia feat. Maria & Kai from Heilung - Sverdhasøngurin: Kati Rán - Kólga 16: Kati Rán talks about Sála: Eivør - Falling Free: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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Ep 139 How do Areas, Delegates & GSRs work with The SAA Conference?
08/26/2024
Ep 139 How do Areas, Delegates & GSRs work with The SAA Conference?
In this episode, we explore the world of SAA Service, in particular, the roles of Group Service Representatives (GRSs), Areas & Area Assemblies, Delegates, and The Conference. This type of service is critical for the survival of SAA as a whole. Links mentioned in this episode: The ISO Service Website: for Username & Password, please email GSR Registration Form: Area Assembly Registration Form: Business Motions & Delegate Info: Area Alignment and Maps: Service Manual (draft): Conference Charter: SAA SubReddit: Ep 138 Misfits of Recovery Playlists: Spotify: Apple Music: Be sure to reach us via email: If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.
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