This week’s episode is a special one. We’re featuring “The Point” from page 165 of the Basic Text — and we’re honored to have Roland W., the author of the story, join us for a conversation.

We start the episode with EJ narrating “The Point,” bringing the story to life before diving into a powerful discussion with Roland. Together, we explore the story behind the story — the pain, the redemption, and the example of what Roland’s sponsor called “God showing off.”

This is one you don’t want to miss.

In this episode of The Living Clean Podcast, we sit down with three members of the Spanish-Speaking Area of Narcotics Anonymous in the Northern California Region — a service structure built not on geography, but on language and culture.

Together, we explore the origins of this unique area, the challenges they faced in forming it, and how language can serve as both a bridge and a barrier in carrying the message.

From stories of resilience and unity to the powerful impact of hearing the NA message in one’s heart language, this conversation highlights how service can adapt to meet the needs of the still-suffering addict — no matter where they are.

Tune in to hear how this area continues to grow, connect, and serve with love, one Spanish-speaking addict at a time.

In this week’s episode, we continue our gratitude series with more voices from the fellowship. Joining us are Aaron, Charles, and Tracy — along with Judy, who shared her experience in Part 1 — plus Brady D., the original creator of the exercise, and of course our cohost Francis.

Together, they reflect on what it was like to walk through the four-week gratitude exercise, the challenges they faced, and the gifts they discovered along the way. Their honest experiences remind us that practicing gratitude isn’t just a feel-good activity — it’s a powerful tool for growth and connection.

Thanks for being part of the journey with us.