The FRAA Recovery Podcast is an educational, motivational, and spiritual platform that provides individuals with resources for recovery. Every voice can be heard to help share the foundations of hope so that healing can begin.
A raw, personal account of one man's decades-long struggle with addiction, trauma, incarceration, and the slow work of recovery through Narcotics Anonymous.
He shares key turning points—accepting he couldn’t do it alone, using a support network and step work, and choosing life over revenge—underscoring the message: don’t give up five minutes before the miracle.
FRAA has no affiliation with any Twelve Step Fellowship.
Shawn shares about his addiction and the turning point of his new life after attending his first NA meeting. His lived was saved because of the connection, identification, and hope sparked by other addicts in recovery.
He walks through the 12-step process, practical recovery tools (finding meetings and a sponsor, pattern recognition, maintenance steps), and the importance of giving back and leaning on a higher power.
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Kittie, Myles, and Adam describe struggles with addiction, finding purpose through service, building sober support, working with sponsors, and the practical tools that help them stay clean and hopeful.
FRAA Recovery has no affiliation with 12-step fellowships; however, we do believe in the hope shared by the addict and alcoholic in recovery.
LeTreya, a recovering addict, celebrates her grandmother’s 44 years clean and reflects on how the fellowship shaped her life from childhood. She shares her journey through the steps, working with a sponsor, and the importance of acceptance and unity in recovery.
She discusses struggles with judgment, confronting others, a relapse early on, and practical steps to regain manageability at home. The episode closes with a simple takeawa...
Two men, Miles and Adam, share raw, honest accounts of addiction and recovery. They describe hitting rock bottom, the daily struggle to stay clean, and how meetings, the 12 steps, and surrender brought new purpose and stability to their lives.
The episode highlights the importance of community, hard work, and spiritual practice, while warning about relapse risks and the lasting impact of substance use on family and health.
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Professor P shares about living with addiction, the chronic, progressive, and all too sure but fatal disease that remains part of him and, paradoxically, helped lead him to recovery through Narcotics Anonymous, family, and a higher power.
He updates listeners on the FRAA Recovery nonprofit—research studies, conferences, community events—and asks for support, donations, and participation in upcoming surveys and programs.
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Adam shares his recovery journey and how he found his home in Narcotics Anonymous. He reflects on working the steps, the power of community, the challenges of parenting in recovery, and why commitment to a home group matters.
FRAA Recovery has no affiliation with 12-step fellowships; however, we do believe in the hope shared by the addict and alcoholic in recovery.
Joseph shares his unfiltered, powerful journey from childhood trauma and addiction to finding purpose in Narcotics Anonymous. Through prison, health crises, and family loss, he emphasizes surrender, service, and daily application of recovery principles.
This episode offers a blunt, heartfelt message of hope for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone in recovery.
FRAA Recovery has no affiliation with 12-step fellowsh...
This episode is a candid personal story of addiction, loss, and recovery: growing up around drugs, multiple relapses, family tragedies, and the turning point that led to daily meetings, prayer, and working the 12 steps.
It explores the ongoing struggle of staying clean, replacing old behaviors, finding faith and service in Narcotics Anonymous, and the hard work of rebuilding a life and family after years of active addiction.
Tony shares a powerful personal story of childhood trauma, years of addiction, and the turning point that led him into Narcotics Anonymous. He explains how recognizing his thinking patterns and surrendering internally helped him start the healing process.
The episode describes the practical recovery tools Tony uses daily, including meetings, step work, connecting with a higher power, setting boundaries, and service to others. He em...
Adam shares the importance of Narcotics Anonymous meetings, the guidance of sponsors, and the power of community in maintaining clean time and serenity. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, he discussed overcoming challenges, embracing humility, and finding purpose beyond addiction. The episode also highlights the importance of education and the ongoing support of loved ones during the recovery process.
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Kyle takes us on his courageous and inspiring journey from the depths of addiction to a life of hope and recovery. He navigates through his childhood in a family of addicts, his early encounters with substance abuse, and his tumultuous path to finding solace in recovery meetings. With honesty and vulnerability, Kyle reveals the struggles and triumphs of battling addiction and the profound impact of Narcotics Anonymous on his life. ...
Shanon shares her miraculous and transformative journey from the horrors of addiction to the spiritual life of recovery. She opens up about her struggles with substance abuse, the impact on her family, and the turning point that led her to seek help. Shanon emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, perseverance, and how the 12-Steps are helping her rebuild an entirely new life, and a new her. Join us as we explore her courageou...
Hope opens up about her early struggles with self-worth and how it led her down a path of substance abuse, ultimately finding redemption in rehab and the supportive community of Narcotics Anonymous (NA). She emphasizes the importance of service work and the fear of complacency in maintaining her sobriety.
Shawn follows, detailing his tumultuous journey through repeated incarcerations and his eventual breakthrough at an NA meeting. ...
Join us as Craig bravely recounts his experiences with addiction, the impact of keeping secrets, and the moment he decided to change his life. His story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the possibility of finding a new way to live, offering hope to those who are battling their own demons.
Through honesty and vulnerability, Craig's message resonates with anyone seeking redemption and healing. Discover how he ...
Heather G. shares how her addiction brought her to her knees and expresses deep gratitude for Narcotics Anonymous and the support of sponsorship. She encourages newer members that they are never alone again. Enjoy Heather's spirit as it radiates the love she has received from the fellowship of Narcotics Anonymous.
The Freecovery Podcast and FRFAA have no affiliation with 12-Step Fellowships; however, we do believe in the experience...
This episode features the powerful testimonies of two speakers, Sean B. and Mike L., who share their personal journeys of overcoming addiction. Both have been committed to recovery for over two decades and resonate with audiences through their raw and honest experiences.
Shawn talks about his battle with addiction, incarceration, and the pivotal moment that led him to join Narcotics Anonymous (NA). He emphasizes the importance of i...
This episode also explores the significant life changes Ryan underwent, from being homeless to finding stability and purpose through recovery. Listeners will gain insight into the struggles and triumphs of remaining clean, the invaluable connection within the recovery community, and the power of giving back by sponsoring others.
The Freecovery Podcast and FRFAA have no affiliation with 12-Step Fellowships. Nevertheless, we believe ...
This episode delves into the heart of the recovery journey, focusing on the Narcotics Anonymous steps, specifically the basics, steps one, two, and three.
The Freecovery Podcast and FRFAA have no affiliation with 12-Step Fellowships. Nevertheless, we believe in the experience, strength, and hope shared by addicts and alcoholics in recovery.
Closing in on two decades of experience in recovery, Shawn B. recounts his struggles with substance abuse, incarceration, and the pivotal moments that led him to embrace change. Most importantly, the Twelve Steps, which he continues to apply to the best of his ability on a daily basis. Through heartfelt anecdotes, he emphasizes the importance of Narcotics Anonymous (NA), the significance of fellowship, and the twelve steps that gui...
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