Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast

*** Audio Corrected*** Join us in this episode as past guest Yael W. from Israel catches us up on her life over the past few years: finishing the Steps and sponsoring; finding service work for SAA Israel; avoiding a near relapse in program; and finding a new relationship through dating.   Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, i f you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out t...

Join us in this episode as N. shares her First Step and has a conversation with Jason about the Three Circles and Higher Power.   Book mentioned in this episode: The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael Singer   YouTube Links to comedy clips in this episode (used for educational purposes): George Carlin - Seven Words You Can Never Say On Television: https://www.youtube.com/watch...

Join us in this episode as Josef N. shares about his time in federal prison, finding a higher power as an athiest, and the importance of having women in SAA meetings.   Links mentioned in this episode: https://saa-recovery.org/diversity/prisoners/ https://saa-recovery.org/literature/writing-to-prisoners-recovery-through-outreach-in-saa/ https://saa-recovery.org/women/ Women's SAA Intergroup websit...

Join us in this recording of the May 2026 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Chris C shares about his recovery in COSA. COSA Website: https://cosa-recovery.org https://cosa-recovery.org/resource/men-in-cosa/   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Christopher Cross - Sailing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PnXcP8ZI7M Vigundr - Dramspaki: https://www....

Join us in this episode as Jeff talks about taking 17 years to get sober in his recovery journey in SLAA & SAA.   Links mentioned in this episode: The Bubble pamphlet: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/the-bubble-a-metaphor-for-addictive-sexual-behavior/ SARP: Music & Recovery Playlist: Apple Music: https://www.sexaddictsrecoverypod.com/albums/sarp-music-recovery-on-apple-music/ Spotify: https:/...

Join us in this recording for Part 2 of the February 2026 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Nancy W shares about her recovery in COSA. COSA Website: https://cosa-recovery.org   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): George Winston - Cloudburst: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWbUWxd7UeI The Doors - Riders on the Storm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...

Join us in this recording for Part 1 of the February 2026 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Art D shares about his recovery in SAA and Intimacy Avoidance. ***Correction: Art is from Georgia, not Colorado***   Links mentioned in this Episode:  Fellow Travelers Recovery for MAPs: https://ftrecovery.org   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Cat Clyde -...

In this episode, Jason talks about how stepping back after being overwhelmed allowed for being producitive in other areas. After 5 years, we have finally launched the Sex Addicts Recovery Podcast website  https://www.sexaddictsrecoverypod.com ! Now we have a page for each episode of the podcast, links to various podcasting platforms and other features like the Blog, Music Playlists, Episode Catego...

Join us in this episode as Tyler R shares his First Step at the Noon Zoom Meeting talking about his Intimacy Avoidance and Sexual Anorexia.   Links mentioned in this episode: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/first-step-intimacy-guide-working-first-step-intimacy-sexual-avoidance-sexual-anorexia/ SAA subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/SEXAA/ Retreats: Bay Area, March 13-15: https://bayareasaa.or...

Join us in this episode as Craig M shares about his recovery, integrating exercise and self-awareness into his process and the uncomfortable truths of addiction, without glamorizing it, minimizing it, or hiding behind shame. Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, i f you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the US by dialing 9...

In this "Best Of" type clip show, Jason shares about the Bay Area Retreat and clips of Retreat episodes. Additionally, there are updates on the new Chapters feature on Apple Podcasts, announcements for the Feb SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting and the Santa Cruz Beach Burn event and some listener feedback.   Links mentioned in this Episode: Bay Area Out of the Fog 2026 Retreat Info: https://bayareasaa.org/...

Join us in the 5th anniversary of the Podcast as T shares their First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom Meeting talking about childhood sexual abuse, what it means to be Non-Binary, and awakening to to a new life in recovery. Links mentioned in this episode: Understanding Nonbinary People - How to Be Respectful and Supportive: https://transequality.org/issues/resources/understanding-nonbinary-peo...

Join us in this episode as Jason L shares about his sex addiction recovery; how he has helped out others through nervous system regulation with ice baths and breathing exercises; and a spiritual reframe to break free of shame, addiction and mental health.   Links mentioned in this episode: https://cosa-recovery.org Jason's 2025 Playlist on Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/2025/pl.u-55D6P...

Join us in this recording for Part 2 of the November 2nd, 2025 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Jayme R shares about their recovery in SAA, forgiveness and their continuing journey of being non-binary.   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Madonna - Ray of Light: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3ov9USxVxY Stevie Ray Vaughan - Tightrope: https://ww...

Join us in this recording for Part 1 of the November 2nd, 2025 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Jennifer C shares about her recovery in COSA.   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Big Bad Voodoo Daddy - Santa Claus Is Coming To Town: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juzKEzh_sHE Songleikr - Svarvi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYX0-4sA_mc Billy Ma...

Join us in this episode as Chris shares his Ninth Step Amends Letter to victims of voyeursim and pornography.  We also discuss the topic of Social Media & AI being new examples of sexually addictive behaviors.   Links mentioned in this episode: SAA Literature Submisson: https://saa-recovery.org/iso/literature-committee/literature-submission/ Sponsorship: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/getting...

Join us in the episode as past guest Ry returns to share his reflections since his previous appearance on the podcast, what lead to his current prison sentence and his spiritual growth while working the Steps. Writing to Prisoners pamphlet:  https://saa-recovery.org/literature/writing-to-prisoners-recovery-through-outreach-in-saa/   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purp...

Join us in this epsiode as Joseph R. shares at the 2025 Bay Area Giving Thanks Event. This annual event serves two purposes: first, to provide an afternoon of great fellowship where we can celebrate the gifts we receive from the program; and second, to raise much-needed funds for the International Service Organization to carry the message to those who still suffer. It's not too late to donate to o...

Please join us in this episode as Podcast listener M. shares his journey of recovery in SAA.   Books mentioned in this episode: Drop the Rock: Removing Cheater Defects Steps 6 & 7 by Bill P., Todd W. & Sara S. Drop the Rock Ripple Effect: Using Step 10 to Work Steps 6 & 7 Every Day by Fred H. It's Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, and Sexual Health by Robie Harris   YouTube Links...

Join us in this informational episode as Jason shares about this weekend's SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting & Giving Thanks information and also walks through using the ISO's new Meeting Search Website. Lots of links to follow for the Bay Area & the ISO.   Bay Area Links & Information: SAA/COSA Speaker Meeting Sunday November 2nd: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/bay-area-cosa-saa-quarterly-speaker-me...

Join us in this episode as Ben S reads a written First Step from podcast listener "Noah".   Annual Bay Area Giving Thanks information: https://bayareasaa.org/announcements/announcing-the-23rd-annual-giving-thanks-11-1-25/ Donate here: https://tinyurl.com/BAGTdonation or text "BAGT" to 91999   Book mentioned in this episode: Help Her Heal: An Empathy Workbook for Sex Addicts to Help their Partners...

Join us in this recording for Part 2 of the August 4th, 2025 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Sandy S shares about her recovery in COSA. https://cosa-recovery.org   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): TOOL - Schism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80RtBeB61LE Holden Miller - Jekyll & Hyde: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2nZoE_nzzKw The All-America...

Join us in this recording for Part 1 of the August 4th, 2025 Bay Area SAA/COSA Quarterly Speaker meeting as Mike T shares about his recovery in SAA.   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Dermot Kennedy - Let Me In: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CH8121AYp8 Wardruna - Voluspá: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UPUPDo20nM   Be sure to reach us via email:  feedbac...

Join us in this special episode as Danny M shares his First Step Presentation at the Noon Zoom meeting talking about his experiences with porn & masturbation; his car accident leaving him paralyzed from the chest down; and finding hope in recovery.   Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, i f you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifel...

Join us in this episode as Podcast listener J. shares about his recovery in SAA, his experience being arrested for CSM and thoughts on living amends. Also a great River analogy to being swept up into the tide of addiction.   Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, i f you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the US by dialing 9...