Tonight our guest Marc shares his journey through early recovery, having just celebrated 6 months of sobriety. We explore how residential treatment at The Bridge became a turning point, and how life challenges including a health crisis led to profound personal transformation. Marc discusses the courage it takes to start over and how the recovery community provides the foundation for rebuilding life one day at a time.
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AA Live - 19-08-2025 - Kevin discusses long term sobriety
In this show we speak with Kevin. A gentleman with many years of sustained sobriety. His journey has taken him far, from serving in the US Navy to his first glimpse of New Zealand by sea. Kevin talks through his first phase at AA and the impact of grief on his recovery journey. And who for this show, brings a wealth of experience and a powerful message of hope.
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AA Live - 22-07-2025 - Calling the 0800 AA WORKS phone number
In this show we speak with our guest Rowan, who with 18 years of sobriety talks through the tangible rewards of her recovery journey, and explains how reaching out is key. Rowan talks through what happens when you decide to call the AA 0800 number for advice and support. And, if you're concerned about your drinking, how your path to recovery can start with that critical call.
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AA Live - 24-06-2025 - Our guest Sam celebrates ten years of sobriety
Tonight our guest Sam is celebrating an incredible 10 years of sobriety. In our conversation, we dive deep into a pivotal moment in his journey: "What was your life like at the point where you realised your drinking had changed?" Join us as Sam reflects on that crucial turning point.
Do you do and say things when drinking you regret the next day? Is alcohol a problem for you or someone you care about? Every Four Weeks, the AA Otago Intergroup presents AA Live, brought to you by Alcoholics Anonymous. Find out how people just like you found sobriety in AA.
If you would like to get in contact with AA you can use the following methods:
Phone – 0800 229 6757
Website – www.aa.org.nz
Local Website – aaotago.org.nz