Crosstalk

The Middle of the Boat - Matt N.

Matt N. joins Jake and Jim to talk about what it means to stay in the middle of the boat, starting his day with the Set Aside prayer, and learning to live with the monkey mind without letting it run the show. 

Matt shares powerful reflections on spiritual elasticity--the ability to stretch, grow, and return--and the peace that comes from being compassionately detached. 

The Power of Pause - Mae B.

Mae B. joins Jim and Jake for a conversation about the beauty--and the challenges--of having a partner in sobriety, the power of pausing before reacting, and that universal yearning to belong. 

A Recipe for Sobriety

In this episode, we sit down with Mark L., aka 90210 Mark, whose journey through recovery takes us from the streets of Amsterdam to rooms of sobriety. Mark shares a powerful moment of clarity sparked by a wake-up call from an Italian traveler-one that changed the course of his life. He opens up about the hard truth behind "geographicals" and why a change in scenery isn't the same as a change in self. Mark also shares about the heartbreaking loss of his brother and the impact that had on his relationship with God. 

As Mark puts it, "If you seek happiness for a lifetime, help someone else." This episode is a reminder that recovery isn't just about staying sober - it's about finding purpose, connection, and peace. 

The Opposite of Love is Perfection - James D. on Returning to AA, Progress Over Perfection, and Self-Amends

In this episode, Jake and I sit down with James D., who shares his powerful story of returning to Alcoholics Anonymous after 15 years of sobriety—but without actively working a program. James opens up about the highs and lows of his journey, the moments when everything felt amazing, and the times when it all came crashing down. We dive into the importance of progress over perfection, what it means to truly work a program, and the deeply personal process of making amends to oneself. Whether you're in recovery, thinking about getting sober, or just looking for an honest conversation about growth and redemption, this episode is one you won't want to miss. 

Don't Should All Over Yourself

Andrea S. joins Jim and Jake to talk about getting comfortable with the uncomfortable, coping with loss in and out of sobriety, and the importance of accountability. 

Cara C.

Cara C. joins the guys to talk about using tools like the 'power of the pause' and 'usefulness over self-interest' to navigate challenges.  #soberpodcast #sobercommunity #sobercommunity

An opportunity to love, serve, learn, or grow.

Dick H. joins the guys to share his experiences from over 36 years of sobriety. Beautiful stories of redemption, compassion, and the unlikely relationships that one discovers in sobriety. 

A Sensitive Alcoholic

Brian B. joins Jake and Jim to talk about sober alcoholism, dependence on people and circumstances, and doing the next right thing, whether it serves you or not.  

Happy the F**K Up!

Dan S. joins Jake and Jim to talk about the power of one day, integrating AA into his life, and learning to trust his gut. 

Do the Next Loving Thing

Crosstalk is back! Jake and Jim return from their hiatus and are joined by an amazing guest, Kiayana. They cover a range of topics, including reaching for the next level of sobriety, finding one's purpose, and becoming a parent to your inner child.