Episodes 57
Avg. Duration 2h 2m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (9)
Since Jan 2024
Latest Episode May 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
52%
Hosting
rss.buzzsprout.com

About This Podcast

On each episode we interview recovering addicts and learn their story with addiction. Through exploring personal journeys we get a glimpse of the depths addicts fall to, and their path in recovery.

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S3E10 Anonymous Female 2

May 26, 2026 3h

Our anonymous friend tells her story about her journey to recovery and what drove her here. High anxiety all the time, self-deprecating, childhood/adult abuse and much more tells us a story of…

S3E9 Charlene M (Ireland)

May 15, 2026 1h 59m

Charlene grew up in Northern Ireland near the end of 'The Troubles'. Learn about the chronic fear, the checkpoints, the violence, and she grew up believing that it was all normal. We can trace the…

S3E8 Tony D (Ireland)

May 10, 2026 1h 55m

This episode was recorded in Ireland with our friend Tony. Growing up in a culture of drinking and dysfunction, Tony navigated through his youth with drugs and the street life. Walking through the…

S3E7 Lorie C

Apr 18, 2026 2h 7m

Lorie is living proof that strength is not the absence of struggle, but the will to keep going despite of it. She fights her way back to recovery and my life. She is the sister that I wasn't born…

S3E6 Dan B

Apr 10, 2026 2h 54m

Dan's story is very relatable to many of us. A violent childhood and lack of any emotional connection early on, brought on feelings of despair. Addiction became the outlet and quickly led Dan to a…

S3E5 Nicolette G

Mar 13, 2026 3h 11m

At 15 years old she found recovery and made the decision to leave the life behind. Nicolette shares her fears, resentments, reservations and much more. A childhood void of parental attachment caused…

S3E4 Gabe D

Mar 02, 2026 2h 5m

Early wounds around fitting in and feelings around racism all contribute to addiction. A promising journey from realizing morals and living the program. Send us Fan MailSupport the show

S3E3 Renee J

Feb 13, 2026 1h 34m

Renee's story teaches us that her spirit is stronger than the abuse that was done to her. The path she lived and the trauma she endured, the belief that she was broken, lead way to getting clean down…

S3E2 Jolene W

Jan 30, 2026 2h 13m

On location at the Northern California TAC convention, we are fortunate to have sat down with Jolene from Phoenix Az. Looking back at her childhood, she shares about the chaos of the early days and…

S3E1 *Special Episode* From Trauma To Addiction

Jan 21, 2026 2h 6m

The first episode of Season 3. This is a very special episode for us. Over 2 seasons we've learned that so many of us came to recovery with trauma in tow. When Josh and I started exploring each…

S2E47 Lindsey L

Dec 30, 2025 2h 4m

Last episode of the season! This episode hit me in the feels. The relapse insanity and the struggle with body dysmorphia really shows us the toxic societal expectation of people.  Send us Fan…

S2E46 Sam M.

Nov 21, 2025 2h 46m

Our friend Sam gives us a colorful story of childhood and generational trauma. He's a special friend to Josh and I, so please enjoy the chaos of this episode.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

S2E21 Nick D (part 2)

Nov 11, 2025 1h 26m

We get to finish up with Nick and his journey from homelessness to winning a Grammy in recovery. Lots of great recovery shared.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

S2E20 Nick D (part 1)

Nov 07, 2025 1h 38m

This is the first half of a 3 hour episode with Nick. We learn about his childhood and his perception of how chaos and dysfunction seemed normal to a young kid and teenager.Send us Fan MailSupport…

S2E19 Anonymous 2 (part two)

Oct 04, 2025 2h 25m

The 4 of us from Anonymous 1 get back together and work a 4th step. Lots of new information from Josh and I, and you get to learn more about Kyle and James. It was a long episode so we split it into…

S2E18 Anonymous 2 (part one)

Sep 26, 2025 1h 13m

The 4 of us from Anonymous 1 get back together and work a 4th step. Lots of new information from Josh and I, and you get to learn more about Kyle and James. It was a long episode so we split it into…

S2E17 Jeff L

Sep 11, 2025 2h 34m

Troubled, traumatic and a little bit hooligan. Jeff shares his childhood and how that path lead him to get clean at 17.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

S2E16 Kerry K

Aug 15, 2025 2h 33m

Kerry is someone who I have a close relationship with for many years. Knowing his story at meeting level and some with the friendship I have with his daughter and granddaughter, I was excited to hear…

S2E15 Larry E

Aug 09, 2025 2h 30m

Larry gives us a deep account of the drug world from youth to adulthood. He also shares about the ups and downs of relationships and trying to navigate them. This was a fun episode for Josh and…

S2E14 Steve, Joseph & Ree

Jul 25, 2025 3h 9m

I'm in Yuba City Ca with 3 friends doing a re-recording of an episode. The 3 of them share all the trauma, fears, resentments, reservations and much more. All 3 bring a great diversity to the…

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How many episodes does The 4th Step Podcast have?

The 4th Step Podcast has published 57 episodes since January 2024, covering topics in Documentary, Education.

Is The 4th Step Podcast still active?

The 4th Step Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 2h 2m.

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