Best Recovery Posse Podcasts (2025)

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Summer Series Pt 4 - The Steps 47:13

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3h ago47:13

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In the last episode of the Summer Series, Joe and Ryan rejoin Mike and Glenn, where they discuss the steps, one-by-one, in a fast and furious format.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Summer Series Pt 3 - Rapid Fire 31:58

2h ago31:58

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In part 3 of 4 of the Summer Series, Joe and Ryan rejoin Mike and Glenn, where they discuss music, favorite sober moments, showing up, sharing your story, mixed worlds, service, sponsorship, picking up the phone, meetings, invitations, involvement, turning it over, God, guardrails, doing the work, staying fresh, staying the course, relapse, and of …

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Summer Series Pt 2 - Normal Living 24:12

9d ago24:12

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In part 2 of 4 of the Summer Series, Joe and Ryan rejoin Mike and Glenn, where they discuss community, service, trust, connection, relationships, reasons, being present, and basically "Normal Living" and of course, the promises.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Summer Series Pt 1 - Ryan's Story 30:46

26d ago30:46

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Glenn and Mike welcome Joe and Ryan to the coffee shop for a few weeks of summer-focused sobriety. In this session, Ryan shares details about his journey towards recovery. From DUI to program defiance, the boys shared how the fellowship, the steps, and anniversaries supported their quest to accept that life on this side of drinking is far better th…

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Just Breathe - a stressless coffee with Hamza 27:25

24d ago27:25

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Mike and Glenn welcome Hamza to the coffee shop to discuss the grind, stresses, and the fear of what can happen vs finding joy in a whole life using techniques such as breathwork. Learn more at www.breathesober.comBy Mike R and Glenn H

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Sobriety Workbook Session - Coffee w Jeni 31:02

1M ago31:02

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Jeni joins Mike and Glenn in their hope to help people on their journey towards sobriety. Her workbook was recently published as a powerful tool, especially for woman who have decided that alcohol no longer serves their life goals. Health, science, and practical steps have proven to be the answer for her, Mike, and Glenn. Worth a listen! You can le…

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Coffee Time with Joe - AGAIN 49:51

2M ago49:51

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Joe returns to chat about everything and nothing: fun, fantastic exits, pain, pain meds, guardrails, death, mini-bars, meetings, strong programs, honesty, balance, service, feelings, commitments, intention, time, sponsors, coffees, blessings, music, surrender, the ninth step, work, peace and the promises.…

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"Connecting" - coffee with Joe 39:04

1M ago39:04

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Joe meets up with Mike and Glenn, and they discuss "being ready", meetings, connection, and what makes makers make. Life, they agree, is better sober.By Mike R and Glenn H

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"The Seed Session" - featuring Glenn 37:50

2M ago37:50

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Glenn does his best to flashroll the presentation he gave at the AA retreat that Sober.coffee was broadcasting from. He focuses on the similarities, not the differences, in seed planting in the name of growing good sobriety. This session spells out practical advice for a solid recovery plan. A can't miss.…

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Commitment Counts - Coffee with Kelly 22:02

2M ago22:02

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Live from a retreat setting, Kelly shares about the strength of commitment and community. As the group reflected on the reward and fulfillment of unplugging and sharing growth with a group of like-minded people, they concluded that the experience is intimate and inspiring.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Expressions of Sobriety - retreat coffee with Mike 15:22

2M ago15:22

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"New Mike" visits Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop, remote from an AA retreat just outside Chicago. The quick sit-down touched on honesty, patience, and the power of expressing oneself in an open and non-transactional setting.By Mike R and Glenn H

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The seeds we sow - retreat chat with Karen 23:13

3M ago23:13

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Mike and Glenn record live from an AA retreat in Frankfort IL, and Karen joins in to discuss unplugging and making recovery a priority. Giving oneself the time and place to invest in our sobriety pays dividends beyond the investment.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Living the Promises - with Lynn and Bruce 29:30

3M ago29:30

29:30

Lynn and Bruce join Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop, in episode 1 of 5, live from an AA retreat. From pickleball to paradise - from a mess to a miracle - their story of transformation is both amazing and inspirational.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Reconnecting with our disconnections - coffee with Marggi and Dan 43:04

3M ago43:04

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Marggi and Dan join Mike and Glenn to discuss their project #VibezBombz. A mashup of several recovery modalities, the solution promises to reconnect to that which we have become disconnected.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Sobriety in the Workforce - coffee with Marin and Abby 38:13

3M ago38:13

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Marin, co-founder of www.sobrynth.com, and Abby, a customer from www.OlympiaHospitality.com, join Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop to discuss addiction education and resources in corporate structures. From recovery education to crisis response, the four talk about being there for employees in need of support.…

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When good isn't good enough 30:12

4M ago30:12

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Glenn and Mike explore expectations and performance gaps as causes and effects of addiction and sobriety. Understanding that even when the best is given, sometimes failure prevails, and that acceptance is the key to navigating toward true recovery.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Practicing these Principles in ALL our affairs 27:33

4M ago27:33

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"Practicing these principles in all our affairs" is a tool the program of Alcoholics Anonymous gave us to fight off other addictions and destructive behaviors in life. In this episode, Mike and Glenn discuss over-eating and smoking, understanding defects of character, surrender, and abstinence.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Text Book Sobriety - Lynda returns 26:17

4M ago26:17

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Lynda returns to the coffee shop to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of her journey. Raw and real conversation while looking to the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous for Good,-Orderly-Direction.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Getting Freakin Serious - coffee with Stephanie 29:52

4M ago29:52

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Special guest Stephanie joins Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop and gets serious about sobriety. Granted the gift of desperation, she found hope and a solution in the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous. She shares her story in the hope of convincing the next struggler to get off the abuse ride before it crashes. Her smile, energy, and passion promote th…

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Building for Better 31:00

5M ago31:00

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Glenn and Mike serve up their experience with the ultimate rebuild—from flimsy fantasy to firm foundation. Looking at the cornerstones on which they have built their sobriety: abstinence, honesty, service, and spirituality, they found that purposeful, intentional action built them an existence paved toward peace.…

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Top Ten - Who and how we hang with MATTERS 31:23

5M ago31:23

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Who we hang with matters! Mike and Glenn discuss networks, choices, and how our community transforms us from liabilities to assets. Talking to the core of quality relationships, it became clear that service to others drives us to the best possible outcomes-- We have become the five people we serve with.…

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"Intentional Connection" - relating to the newcomer 26:33

5M ago26:33

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Glenn and Mike come in hot, discussing the importance of being there for the next guy/girl. Purposefully pursuing those in pain is the 12th step objection taken seriously, as it is a part of complete recovery. The boys agree that magic happens when they help others.By Mike R and Glenn H

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The wild ride to sobriety - coffee with author Ian Fee 24:18

5M ago24:18

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Author Ian Fee joins Mike and Glenn at the coffee shop, sharing details of his wild ride to sobriety. From his early partying days to the intense aversion therapy he underwent, Ian has made an impact with the release of his book.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Good Vibes - with special Guest Brian 32:47

6M ago32:47

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A friend of the boys, Brian "the musician," joins in to talk about music as therapy and the tragedies of recreational drug use today. His real success story celebrates the solution available to all seeking recovery and community.By Mike R and Glenn H

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"unpacking" Gratitude 26:24

6M ago26:24

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Mike and Glenn chat about gratitude. Doing "the next right thing" has led them to a place of confidence and appreciation for the fact that thankfulness follows action, not feelings. It is hard to be Grateful and Anxious at the same time. #ChooseGratefulnessBy Mike R and Glenn H

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Fresh Start(s) - Building toward Sanity 23:53

6M ago23:53

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Mike and Glenn swap stories about their re-start(s). Both were building a life of sanity, one brick at a time, by restoring relationships, living responsibly, and accepting what they could not control.By Mike R and Glenn H

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A coffee on CONSISTENCY 28:34

6M ago28:34

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Mike and Glenn chat about the importance of consistency. Never missing and doing the next right thing, whether you feel like it or not, brought them to a place they could never have imagined. Repetition and doing the small things over and over again is the mantra discussed - all while admitting that they don't always hit the mark.…

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The joy of drudgery - Don F returns 23:50

6M ago23:50

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Don F returns to discuss doing the work for a sober life. Moments of peace follow the pains of change. Spirituality, service, and self-pity are dissected and discussed as three guys on the recovery path get together to share the fact that there is a solution. If they can find comfort, anyone can!By Mike R and Glenn H

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Tough Love - coffee with Don F 29:14

7M ago29:14

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Don F joins Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop to discuss "Tough Love". Telling the sufferer the truths of addiction and working with them to bring them to a fulfilling, sober life.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Managing Expectations - coffee with Dan G 23:53

7M ago23:53

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Dan G returns to the coffee shop, where the boys discuss expectations, acceptance, and humility. Striving to be "right-sized," the talk turns to service and love as the drivers of their new existence.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Guest Host Elizabeth - Coffee with Jackie "Effort" 31:51

7M ago31:51

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Mike and Glenn turn over the host mic to Elizabeth again for Part 2! She is again by the boys and Jackie, a "sister in the program." Listen in as they chat about being where we are meant to "bee," forgiveness, commitment, action, effort, courage, opioids, pain, and more. It works if you work it.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Guest Host Elizabeth - Coffee with Jackie "Acceptance" 33:02

7M ago33:02

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Mike and Glenn turn over the host mic to Elizabeth, a previous guest. She is joined by the boys and Jackie, a "sister in the program." Listen in as they chat about accountability, acceptance, relationships, the eighth and ninth steps, and, of course, the God thing.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Up the Action - it works if you work it 23:41

8M ago23:41

23:41

Join Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop as they explore connection, spirituality, life, leadership, health, tapestries, availability, marshmallows, accountability, tools, and other miscellaneous experiences. There is proof that sobriety works and that peace can exist.By Mike R and Glenn H

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When shit happens... again (Living in the moment) 25:58

8M ago25:58

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Mike and Glenn explore when shit happens... again. Join them as they talk tools and techniques that they use to get through the hard times.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Grace Yourself - coffee with author Chris Janssen 29:13

8M ago29:13

29:13

Coach and Author Chris Janssen joins Mike and Glenn to discuss life transitions and relapse. Finding it easier to stay sober than to get sober was the foundation of her stellar writing "Grace Yourself; How to show up for the sober life you want," which comes out February 18th, 2025. Pre-order here:By Mike R and Glenn H

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The Fix - coffee with author Ian Morgan Cron 26:32

8M ago26:32

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Author Ian Morgan Cron joins Mike and Glenn to discuss how the Twelve Steps offer a surprising path of transformation for the well-adjusted, the down-and-out, and everyone. His new book, “The Fix,” comes out January 28th, 2025.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Experience, Strength and Hope: Coffee with Surfer Mike 32:44

9M ago32:44

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2 1/5 years sober, Surfer Mike shares his experience, strength, and hope, having gotten sober during the pandemic. Multi-tasking wars on the alcohol, drugs, and gambling fronts simultaneously, Mike left us inspired.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Finally and Fully Understood; a follow-up with Chaylee 26:42

9M ago26:42

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In her return to the coffee shop, Chaylee shares inspiration and hope as she bonds to the strength she found in individual and group therapy sessions. Trusting the process of honest, professional help, she finally feels fully understood and is banking on that power as she seeks her purpose. This is a must-listen for anybody hoping to heal.…

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Coffee with Chaylee 27:32

9M ago27:32

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What started as an escape plan turned into the tragedies of DUI(s) into treatment and then to success in sobriety. Join Mike and Glenn as Chaylee shares what has worked for her in recovery and her dreams for the future.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Rapid Fire - Sober Espresso Shots - AGAIN 23:36

9M ago23:36

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In "rapid fashion," Mike and Glenn cover topics including "why choose sobriety," "why AA doesn't work for all," "what does work," "what makes a good sponsor," "what is sobriety essential," "the value of surrendering," and "professional sober coaches." Grab some caffeine and listen in.By Mike R and Glenn H

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What happens when shit happens 28:27

9M ago28:27

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Glenn and Mike bust out the topic of bad shit happening to good people. They land with a sense of peace, not panic; once they move to what's real, connect and use the right mindset and tools to get through it - it's really that simple! Good listen!By Mike R and Glenn H

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Focused on the 85 31:12

10M ago31:12

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Alligators don't fly! In this segment, Glenn tackles the serenity prayer and more. It is a must-listen when we feel in a funk.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Coming Home - a coffee with author Alle C Hall 25:23

10M ago25:23

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Author Alle C Hall joins Mike and Glenn, sharing parts of her journey through recovery. Her Book "As far as you can go before you have to come back" - a novel was a worthwhile read.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Program Consistency 23:42

10M ago23:42

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Mike and Glenn talk through growth, commitment, and consistency. "Meeting Makers Make It" could be the sub-title of this coffee chat.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Trust - the essence of recovery; coffee with Carole B 19:26

10M ago19:26

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Carole joins Mike and Glenn again to discuss the power of trusting in a program of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) that has proven itself to millions over the years. Her commitment to the words of the AA literature and to spiritual growth is inspirational.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Triumph over Tragedy - Coffee with Carole B 20:37

11M ago20:37

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Glenn's childhood friend Carole joins the boys in the coffee shop and shares her experience, strength, and hope. Her story, commitment, and passion for AA are evident and left us inspired.By Mike R and Glenn H

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Project 10 - How to roll with the punches! 22:55

11M ago22:55

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Join Mike and Gleann as they lay out strategies to get through the ever-changing days that we all face. Project 10, prayer and meditation, and page 86 are discussed as remedies in a quest to "live in the moment"By Mike R and Glenn H

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"The Peace" - Part 2 with Erryk 31:10

11M ago31:10

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Erryk re-joins Mike and Glenn for part 2 of his time with the boys. It is almost as If there was time with two different people. His message of hope and acceptance is inspirational.By Mike R and Glenn H

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"The Pain" - Part 1 with Erryk 32:24

11M ago32:24

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Erryk joins Mike and Glenn for the first of a 2-part story of darkness to light. In this episode, Erryk describes the pain of his alcoholic lifestyle.By Mike R and Glenn H

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"Soul Hustle" - Coffee with Valarie 22:52

12M ago22:52

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Podcaster and founder of Spiritual Cardio, Valarie, joins Mike and Glenn to share her version of "soul hustle"By Mike R and Glenn H