In 1953, a small group in Los Angeles took the 12-step approach that worked for Alcoholics Anonymous and opened it to anyone struggling with addiction, not just alcohol. That group became Narcotics Anonymous. In this episode, we cover how NA grew from a few meetings in North American cities to a worldwide fellowship. We look at how the Basic Text, published in 1983, set off rapid growth, and how NA differs from AA: it talks about powerlessness over addiction, not a single substance, and it lets each member define their own higher power.

We also look at what members say recovery has given them. In a 2015 survey of nearly 23,000 members, 92% reported better family relationships and 88% reported stronger social connections. Whether you’re new to recovery, supporting someone you love, or just curious about the 12-step tradition, this episode shows why peer support remains central to lasting recovery.

Brought to you by Turning Point of Tampa, providing addiction treatment in Tampa since 1987. If you or someone you love needs help, call 813.882.3003. Help is available 24 hours a day.

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Please enjoy this Bonus Episode with the entire crew of The Point is Recovery Podcast: 

• Joan Browne - Producer
• Ashley Neal - Host & Writer
• Chris Nasuti - Co-Host
• Jeremiah Fowler - Sound Engineer

The Crew will be taking a creative break and we hope to be back with you real soon with new guests and the same important information. We are so grateful to have had this opportunity to share stories of hope for recovery with you.

Even though National Recovery Month is almost over, you can still celebrate recovery year round. We hope you will listen to episodes you may have missed - there are some really great moments that we won't soon forget.

Faces and Voices of Recovery - National Recovery Month

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September is National Recovery Month AND this year marks the two year anniversary of The Point is Recovery Podcast! Thank you to everyone who has listened, subscribed and shared - your support is what made this podcast the success that it is. We truly appreciate YOU!

For episode 37 we are joined by comedian and person in long term recovery, Alonzo Bodden. His first big comedy break came when he was on the “New Faces of Comedy” showcase at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal, but it was as the season three winner of NBCʼs Last Comic Standing, where he was first introduced to America. Since then, Alonzo has starred in two comedy specials for Showtime, he’s made appearances on shows like Fresh Off the Boat, Dr. Phil, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Late Night with Conan O’Brien, just to name a few.

Alonzo is also a car and motorcycle aficionado, having hosted Speed Channel’s 101 Cars You Must Drive and joining Jay Leno for several off-road trips on his CNBC series Jay Leno’s Garage. In 2018, he released his fifth comedy CD titled Man Overboard, and currently hosts the podcast Who's Paying Attention, where he gives his unique take on what's going on in the world.

If you live in the Tampa Bay area you may have seen Alonzo at Side Splitters Comedy Club or on stage for Turning Point of Tampa's Comedy Intervention IX this past March. Alonzo has been making audiences laugh for over 20 years, which he says beats honest work. LOL. If you like what you hear during this episode, you can see Alonzo live in Tampa in November or right now on YouTube for his new special, Stupid Don't Get Tired. Check the Show Notes for more information.

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Cocaine Anonymous (CA)

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