The Magdalen House Podcast

Melissa McClure didn't find recovery until the weight of shame, defeat, and isolation became unbearable. In this episode of "Recovered: Interviews with Alcoholics," she shares what that internal collapse looked like, and what was waiting on the other side when willingness finally met surrender. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety a...

Mickey Corona spent a decade unable to understand why he couldn't stop drinking — losing his career, home, and nearly his life before finding answers at The Magdalen House. In our programs, he gained education about alcoholism, and most importantly, the solution. Today, he's helping others find the same way out. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achiev...

In this episode of "Recovered: Interviews with Alcoholics," Savannah Askin shares how years of alcoholism, relapse, and hopelessness led her to The Magdalen House—and ultimately to lasting recovery. Through education, Community, and service, Savannah found freedom from alcoholism and now helps other women find hope and recovery. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helpin...

Recovery changes more than one life. In this special RecoverED episode, Mayan and Angela Corioso read "The Family Afterward" together — as a recovered alcoholic and a Family Support committee member — sharing their experience as a family restored. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and b...

In our newest episode of “RecoverED,” Brandon Lane takes a deep dive into Steps 6 and 7 of the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions. What starts as an immediate willingness to let go of our defects evolves into a lifelong journey of growing in humility and willingness. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no...

Kirbie Jean shares her journey from all-day drinking and denial to hitting a life-threatening breaking point that led her to seek help. By working the 12 Steps and leaning on Community, she found lasting recovery.  The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Pleas...

In this episode of "RecoverED", Norman Underwood breaks down Step Four as a practical, honest inventory that uncovers the root of unmanageability and shows how confronting personal defects can build clarity, humility, and real freedom through honest action. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no...

In this new release of "RecoverED," Lisa Kroencke explains how the AA traditions act as guiding principles to help keep connections healthy, from family and friendships to work and community. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note that t...

Harrison shares how his drinking progressed from early euphoria to complete powerlessness, proving that no amount of external success can fix an internal problem. He ultimately found lasting freedom through surrender, spiritual action, and helping others in recovery. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no...

Dave Kroencke, a loved one of an alcoholic, shares how his family moved from uncertainty and instability to healing and strength, showing how recovery transforms not just one person, but the entire family. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note th...

In this special RecoverED episode, Dave and Lisa Kroencke read "The Family Afterward," sharing their personal journey from both sides, as a recovered alcoholic and the loved one.  The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note that the curriculu...

Emma Reppeto’s story reminds us that Step One isn’t defined by outward consequences, but by the inner struggle no one else can see.  In this week’s "Recovered: Interviews with Alcoholics," she shares about her mental obsession with alcohol, walking into her first Maggie’s meeting, and what it was like working the steps. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcohol...

In this episode of "RecoverED," Daniel Watts shares how repeated attempts to control his drinking failed, not because of a lack of willpower, but because of alcoholism’s mental obsession, physical allergy, and spiritual malady. His story highlights how true recovery begins with surrender and the courage to say,  “ I don’t know. Help me. ”

In this re-release of The Relapse Prevention Workshop, Lisa and Chloe dive deep into the Big Book’s practical guidance for staying spiritually fit. 📖💚 They explore Step 10, Step 11, Step 12, the role of honesty, and so much more. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual...

In this re-release of "RecoverED," Chloe Cramer tells us about her spiritual awakening as the result of the steps, sponsorship, and how she practices these principles in all her affairs.  The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we t...

In this rerelease of "Recovered", Lance Travis tells his story about his alcoholism & journey to freedom through recovery.⁠ The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note that the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book...

In this "From the Vault" episode, we discuss the personal benefits of volunteering, why volunteers are essential to our programs, and more!  The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the...

In this "Hope for the Family" episode, Kate Dorff shares her experience on how she came to understand alcoholism as a disease, healed from her father's alcoholism and found freedom from anger through working the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.  The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost an...

In this "From the Vault" episode, we talk to Lacy Montgomery about understanding our defects, willingness to be done running the show, and more.  The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is fro...

In this "From the Vault" episode, we hear from 2 different First Step alumnae and Maggie's Women's Group members, Sandra Looney & JoJo Marshall. Each of these amazing ladies shares their alcoholic journey and the solution and fellowship they found at The Magdalen House.  The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recov...

Mayan Corioso dives into Step 10—spiritual growth, real humility, and breaking free from ego. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. However, we are not an...

We’re talking about Steps 6 & 7 — getting ready to let go of what no longer serves us and asking for true spiritual change. In this episode, Skylar Clevenger shares what readiness looks like, finding our defects objectionable, and practicing humility daily. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost a...

Craig Ellis discusses how admitting failure is the start of courage and strength, what it was like becoming a staff member after going through our programs, and what life in recovery looks like today.  The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the c...

In our latest episode of 'RecoverED,' Ben Parkey discusses the essential role of humility and honesty in Step 5, and why having a good sponsor is so important. The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our pro...

In this "From the Vault" episode, we talk with Lisa Kroencke about God reliance versus human reliance, sponsorship, and more.  The Magdalen House is a 501c3 nonprofit organization helping alcoholics achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles. Please note, the curriculum we teach through our programs is from the Big Book of A...