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Arizona Region H&I: Carrying the Message Behind the Walls
Francis sits down with Linda, Greg, and Ryan from the Arizona Region Hospitals & Institutions (H&I) Committee for a conversation about the unique challenges and rewards of carrying the Narcotics Anonymous message inside correctional facilities.
The panel discusses the growing use of NA literature on tablets in prisons, how technology is changing access to recovery literature, and why maintaining the integrity of the NA message remains essential. They also explore the importance of sponsorship behind the walls, sharing practical experience on building connections that continue after release and support long-term recovery.
The conversation highlights the collaboration between H&I and Public Relations committees, demonstrating how service bodies can work together to reach professionals, institutions, and addicts who have not yet found recovery.
The episode concludes with an inspiring discussion about carrying the message on Death Row, illustrating how hope, dignity, and the NA message can reach addicts regardless of their circumstances.
Whether you're involved in H&I service, Public Relations, or simply interested in how NA carries the message into institutions, this episode offers valuable experience, strength, and hope.

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DMing the Pamphlets is back!
We're excited to bring you another installment of our ongoing collaboration between The Anonymous Podcast and The Living Clean Podcast!
Douglas L., host of The Anonymous Podcast, and Mason S., co-host of The Living Clean Podcast, are back together to break down the literature of Narcotics Anonymous, one informational pamphlet at a time.
In this episode, we're diving into IP #6 – Recovery and Relapse. Relapse is a reality that many of us have faced, but what does our literature actually tell us about it? What does recovery look like beyond simply putting down the drugs? And how do we continue moving forward, whether we're new to recovery, coming back from a relapse, or have been clean for years?
Join Douglas and Mason as they share their experience, perspectives, and understanding of this important piece of NA literature.
We're grateful for the opportunity to bring our two podcasts together again, and we hope you enjoy this joint effort!

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Several months ago, Francis and I attended the Louisiana Regional Convention of Narcotics Anonymous, where one of the main speakers was a man named Hank W. As we listened to Hank share, something immediately caught our attention—he mentioned that he had known Jimmy K., one of the founding members of Narcotics Anonymous.
Naturally, that sparked our interest. We knew we wanted to hear more.
Hank was around during some of the early days of Narcotics Anonymous, and his firsthand experiences offer a unique connection to our fellowship's history. But there's much more to Hank than his connection to the past. He's got an unbelievable personal story of addiction, recovery, and the life he's lived along the way.
In this episode of The Living Clean Podcast, we sit down with Hank W. to hear his story, talk about those early days of NA, and explore the experiences that have shaped his journey.
We're grateful to Hank for taking the time to share with us, and we're excited to bring this conversation to you.

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Francis continues the story of Berkeley Candlelight through conversations with Mitch, Angelina, and Lucy. Together, they reflect on the meeting, the people who have shaped it, and what it means to keep its doors open.
Lucy then helps facilitate a panel with Gwen, Tosha, and Byron—newer members dedicated to carrying the meeting forward. As Berkeley Candlelight prepares to celebrate 60 years this November, their voices remind us that its history is still being made, one meeting at a time.

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Recovery doesn't mean we stop experiencing emotional pain, spiritual struggles, or moments when life feels overwhelming. Sometimes, even with years clean, we find ourselves facing challenges that shake us to our core. So how do we navigate those moments without losing sight of our recovery?
In this episode of The Living Clean Podcast, we continue our study of the Narcotics Anonymous book Living Clean: The Journey Continues, exploring the section "Emotional and Spiritual Crisis," paragraphs 4–9, on pages 111–113.
We're joined by four guests—Amber M., Erik J., Jason B., and Belinda—as we break down these paragraphs, share our personal experiences, and discuss what it means to face emotional and spiritual challenges while staying connected to the principles of recovery.
Together, we explore how difficult experiences can challenge our understanding of ourselves, our relationships, and our Higher Power—and how the tools of Narcotics Anonymous can help us find our way through.
Whether you're going through a crisis right now or simply looking to deepen your understanding of recovery, this conversation reminds us that we don't have to face life's challenges alone.
The heart of NA beats when two addicts share their recovery.