In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Monty Meyer, aka "The Monty Man", from Take 12 Recovery Radio. Monty has been recording podcasts and sharing recovery music since before podcasting was a thing. He has over 20 years of podcasting experience and a couple thousand episodes! Monty shares his extensive journey in podcasting and recovery, discussing the evolution of his show and the impact of the 12-step program. He reflects on his personal experiences with addiction, the challenges faced, and the spiritual awakening that transformed his life. The conversation delves into the nature of addiction, the importance of community support, and the future of recovery advocacy, emphasizing the power of storytelling and connection in the healing process. Monty has over 27 years of sobriety and comes with a wealth of knowledge. He talks about his relationship with God being the #1 most important thing that has made recovery possible. I have friends that have been listening to him for a decade, and it was so cool to have him on the podcast. Do not miss this one!
Takeaways:
Monty has been podcasting for over 20 years, starting before the term 'podcast' existed.
He emphasizes the importance of personal stories in recovery and how they resonate with others.
The 12-step program is a vital part of many recovery journeys, but it requires a spiritual awakening to be effective.
Addiction is often rooted in fear and unresolved emotional issues.
Monty believes in the power of community support in recovery, highlighting the role of meetings and shared experiences.
He discusses the misconceptions surrounding 12-step programs and the importance of education about addiction.
Monty shares his personal journey of addiction, including the dark places it took him and the turning point that led to recovery.
He stresses that recovery is possible and that individuals can move from being in recovery to being recovered.
Monty is involved in initiatives to improve recovery programs, including working with the Salvation Army.
He encourages others in recovery to share their stories and support one another.
Monty -Take 12 Recovery Radio:
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