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Expectations and Trusting Others

June 23, 2026

Tonight, we hear how Marisha’s life has changed through recovery, and what it means to start over in Ōtepoti Dunedin. Moving to a new place means arriving somewhere unfamiliar and rebuilding a recovery community from scratch. Throughout our conversation, we look at The Daily Reflection’s focus on trust - and how it connects naturally to the Step Six themes of willingness and readiness to change.

Breaking Down the Secrecy that Fuels Addiction

May 26, 2026

In tandem with Step 4, this episode delves into Step 5 of the Alcoholics Anonymous program. We’re joined by our guest, Meredith, who shares her transformative experience with this pivotal step - breaking free from the isolation of addiction, easing feelings of shame, and fostering accountability through the act of admitting past behaviours to a trusted person. Join us as we explore the power of honesty and ‘taking action’ in recovery.

Common Ground - Al Anon Programme and AA

April 28, 2026

Often, we look at recovery as a solitary journey taken by the individual seeking sobriety. But for those of us living in the wake of alcoholism, we know that the family is an ecosystem. When one part shifts, the whole system can undergo a rupture or a series of deep cracks and fissures. In this episode, we explore the parallel paths of Craig and Katrina taking a real live snapshot at how two different 12-Step programs—AA and Al-Anon— intersect to create a shared life built on two thriving, p...