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AA History

Understanding AA History is more than a study of the past; it is a vital component of the recovery process. By tracing the golden thread from early pioneers like Ebby T. and Roland H. to the formalization of the Big Book, members discover that the program's principles were forged through lived experience rather than abstract theory. This historical perspective provides a grounding sense of stability and validates the efficacy of the steps for the modern alcoholic. The core principles explored in this topic center on the necessity of a spiritual awakening and the unwavering commitment to the primary purpose: serving the alcoholic who still suffers. These tapes emphasize that while the symptoms of alcoholism vary, the solution remains rooted in reconnecting with a Higher Power and repairing the wreckage of the past. Listeners can expect to hear authoritative accounts of the fellowship's evolution. This includes firsthand narratives from co-founder Bill W. regarding the scrappy early days of the movement, the tension between maintaining simplicity and the need for permanent literature, and the expansion of the program to heal the family unit through the creation of Al-Anon. Additionally, speakers delve into the biblical roots of the program and the lineage of the movement from its earliest meetings to its global reach. By studying these archives, listeners gain a deeper appreciation for the foundational tools of recovery and the enduring potency of the original message.

177 tapes

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Sandy B. 23 Billy N. 11 Ebby T. 6 Local AA Speakers 5 Bill W. 3 Bob D. 3 Clancy I. 3 Dick B. 3 Gail L. 3 Jay S. 3 Jim P. 3 John W. 3 Michael E. 3 Beth D. 2 Bill G. 2

All Tapes

Bob O.
Steps 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 – Twelve Step Workshop – Part 4 of 4 – 2002 – Bob O.
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Dave M.
Big Book – Friday Night Recovery Workshop – Part 27 of 17 – 2020 – Dave M.
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Howard E.
Spiritual Experience and Spiritual Awakening – BBCA Step Study Workshop – Part 2 of 2 – Howard E.
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Clancy I.
Identification and Shared Experience – Big Book Study Weekend – Part 2 of 2 – Clancy I.
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Billy N.
Group Conscience and General Service – AA Service Workshop – 2026 – Part 2 of 2 – Billy N.
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Cass N.
Ninth Step and Financial Amends – Big Book Workshop – Part 2 of 2 – Cass N.
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Cody P.
The Spiritual Roots of the 12 Steps – Peterson – Shadow Work – Book Study – Part 1 of 2 – Cody P.
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Sandy B.
The Hand of Higher Power – B. and Bob B. – There Is a Solution Workshop – Part 1 of 2 – Sandy B. and Bob B. – Sandy Beach and Bob Bisantz
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Sandy B.
Dr. Bob’s House – A History Workshop – Part 3 of 3 – Sandy B.
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Beth D.
The 12 Concepts for World Service – Concepts Workshop – Part 3 of 3 – Beth D.
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Sandy B.
Dr. Bob’s House – A History Workshop – Part 2 of 3 – Sandy B.
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Gail T.
The Birthplace of AA – A History Workshop – Part 1 of 3 – Gail T.
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Billy N.
General Service Board and Bylaws – A.A. Service Workshop – Part 1 of 2 – Billy N.
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Chris R.
Higher Power’s Direction – Blueprint for Receovery Big Book Study Weekend in Vancouver, BC, Canada – F20070223 – Part 5 of 5 – Chris R.
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Charlie P.
The History of the Big Book – Big Book Workshop – 2025 – Part 1 of 5 – Charlie P,Joe M. – Charlie P,Joe McQ
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Charlie P.
The Third Legacy and Service Structure – Big Book Workshop – 2025 – Part 5 of 5 – Charlie P. and Joe M and John W and Willie B – Charlie Parker and Joe M and John W and Willie B
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Billy N.
General Service Conference Charter – 2025 AA Service Workshop – Part 18 of 27 – Billy N.
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Billy N.
General Service and the Service Manual – 2025 AA Service Workshop – Part 11 of 27 – Billy N.
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Billy N.
Legacy of Service – 2025 AA Service Workshop – Part 8 of 27 – Billy N.
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Billy N.
The General Service Office – 2025 AA Service Workshop – Part 5 of 27 – Billy N.
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Billy N.
AA World Services and the Grapevine – 2025 AA Service Workshop – Part 3 of 27 – Billy N.
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Billy N.
Membership and the Program of Action – 2025 AA Service Workshop – Part 1 of 27 – Billy N.
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Local AA Speakers
Physical Allergy and Spiritual Malady – 2021 Big Book 12 Step Workshop – Part 11 of 11
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Local AA Speakers
The Twelve Traditions and Three Legacies – Traditions Workshop – Part 10 of 10 – Local AA Speakers
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Bill L.
Insidious Insanity and AA History – BB Workshop – Part 14 of 14 – Bill L.
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