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Years before AA existed, Carl Jung, the famous Swiss psychiatrist, sent his patient Rowland H. in search of a spiritual solution for his alcoholism. Since then, millions of us have followed in his footsteps. Bill Wilson corresponded with Jung thanking him for his contribution to AA and many in the fellowship, including Wilson himself, benefitted from the “depth” or “analytical” psychology practiced by Jung's professional followers. But therein lies a problem.The Jungian form of treatment is both lengthy and costly, often far out of reach for most addicts. But can “DEPTH RECOVERY,” to coin a phrase, be experienced without benefit of a trained analyst and can it aid in enriching a recovery journey?In this series, Fr. Bill explores an essay titled “The Aims and Goals of Jungian Analysis” as it appears in a book edited by Murray Stein. By substituting the word “RECOVERY” for “ANALYSIS” the outlines of a journey very similar to the one Jung pointed his patient toward comes into clearer view. At least that's the hope for this series!In this second episode, Stein outlines the four stages of psychic change expected over the course of analysis. They closely parallel the road we travel in deep 12-Step recovery.Murray Stein, the book's editor and the author of the essay under discussion will join Fr. Bill for the final episode in this series.Show notes:· Jungian Analysis, edited by Murray Stein. The work contains 18 essays on specific aspects of Jungian analysis written by top Jungian analysts. It probably goes deeper than many might be prepared to venture but it's well worth the stretch. (USED COPIES ARE AFFORDABLY PRICED.)
What happens when an AI agent follows your documented process perfectly, but that process bears little resemblance to how decisions are actually made? In this episode, I speak with Bill Wilson, Executive Head of Data and AI Solutions at NTT DATA UK&I. Bill oversees AI globally for NTT DATA's public sector work, giving him a close view of how governments are using AI while trying to manage risk, accountability, public confidence, and constrained resources. Bill offers a refreshingly practical test for any proposed AI system: is it competent, and what is the worst thing that could go wrong? He describes this potential consequence as the system's "blast radius." An AI assistant helping somebody understand a grant application presents a very different level of risk from an agent making decisions that affect employment, justice, taxation, or access to public services. We also discuss why companies can make a mistake before deploying their first agent. Automating an inefficient process simply allows the organization to perform the wrong work faster. Bill argues that teams should examine complete workflows, identify where several AI capabilities could produce a measurable result, and remain prepared to redesign the process as they learn. Another major problem is tacit knowledge. Employees frequently make decisions using experience that was never written down. An agent trained solely on formal documentation may therefore understand the official process while missing how the work gets done in practice. Bill explains how targeted questions, behavioral traces, feedback, and supervised learning could capture some of that reasoning. Public sector AI provides several useful examples. Bill discusses systems that process volumes of information beyond human capacity, emergency response work in Tennessee, and case management applications that gather information before a human reviews it. In these situations, AI can reduce administrative work and waiting times while leaving consequential decisions with people. But human approval alone provides no guarantee. If employees lose direct experience of the work, they may eventually approve whatever the system recommends. Bill compares this with airline pilots maintaining manual flying skills and describes how known test cases can reveal when reviewers are becoming overly trusting. For CIOs deciding which AI pilots should reach production, the advice is equally direct: choose work with measurable returns, group related use cases where their combined effect can be seen, learn from a varied set of deployments, and avoid building something a software provider is about to include in an existing product. As AI agents gain access to external information, internal data, and operational tools, how should your organization decide what they may do alone and when a person must intervene? Listen to the conversation and share your thoughts with me.
Years before AA existed, Carl Jung, the famous Swiss psychiatrist, sent his patient Rowland H. in search of a spiritual solution for his alcoholism. Since then, millions of us have followed in his footsteps. Bill Wilson corresponded with Jung thanking him for his contribution to AA and many in the fellowship, including Wilson himself, benefitted from the “depth” or “analytical” psychology practiced by Jung's professional followers. But therein lies a problem. The Jungian form of treatment is both lengthy and costly, often far out of reach for most addicts. But can “DEPTH RECOVERY,” to coin a phrase, be experienced without benefit of a trained analyst and can it aid in enriching a recovery journey?In this series, Fr. Bill explores an essay titled “The Aims and Goals of Jungian Analysis” as it appears in a book edited by Murray Stein. By substituting the word “RECOVERY” for “ANALYSIS” the outlines of a journey very similar to the one Jung pointed his patient toward comes into clearer view. At least that's the hope for this series!Murray Stein, the book's editor and the author of the essay under discussion will join Fr. Bill for the final episode in this series.Show notes:Jungian Analysis, edited by Murray Stein. The work contains 18 essays on specific aspects of Jungian analysis written by top Jungian analysts. It probably goes deeper than many might be prepared to venture but it's well worth the stretch. (USED COPIES ARE AFFORDABLY PRICED.)
Insurance expert Bill Wilson shares how a background in fire protection engineering sparked a lifelong passion for insurance coverage, leading to a decades-long career educating the industry on … Read More » The post How Bill Wilson Turned Engineering Into an Insurance Career | IJA Aftershow appeared first on Insurance Journal TV.
Alcoholics Anonymous began with a chance meeting between Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith in Akron, Ohio, on June 10, 1935, as both men sought lasting recovery from alcoholism. Emerging from influences such as the Oxford Group and early spiritual recovery principles, AA developed its now-famous Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, creating a decentralized, peer-led fellowship that has grown to nearly two million members worldwide.Written by Tom Gregoire Mike Broman Keith Warren. Narration by Dr. Nicholas B. Breyfogle. Video production by Hannah Keller, Dr. Nicholas B. Breyfogle, Justin Troyer, and Victoria Paige. A transcript is available at https://origins.osu.edu/read/brief-history-alcoholics-anonymous. This is a production of Origins: Current Events in Historical Perspective at the Goldberg Center in the Department of History at The Ohio State University and the Department of History at Miami University. Be sure to subscribe to our channel to receive updates about our videos and podcasts. For more information about Origins: Current Events in Historical Perspective, please visit origins.osu.edu.
On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty sits down with Dr. Nathan Eliason, a board-certified physician in both family medicine and pathology with a passion for regenerative medicine and addiction treatment. Dr. Eliason shares his journey into medicine, growing up with a doctor for a dad, watching his older brother follow the same path, and spending 11 years between college, medical school, and residency before finding his calling at the intersection of healing and innovation. What starts as a conversation about sore knees and stem cells turns into one of the most eye-opening discussions about addiction recovery you'll ever hear. Dr. Eliason breaks down regenerative medicine in plain language, covering everything from simple dextrose injections that help tighten loose ligaments and kick off the body's natural healing response, to platelet-rich plasma therapy using the patient's own blood, to exosomes derived from stem cells that signal the body to heal the way it did when it was young. The message is straightforward: you don't have to wait until your knee is bone-on-bone to do something about it. There are real, effective options that can help people avoid surgery and get back to living without pain. The heart of this episode though is NAD, Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, a molecule found in every cell in your body that plays a critical role in energy production. Dr. Eliason explains how NAD levels decline as we age and how replenishing them through IV infusion has produced remarkable results in patients struggling with addiction. He traces the history of NAD therapy all the way back to a bold 1961 paper by Dr. O'Hara, through an addiction clinic in apartheid-era South Africa that treated 20,000 to 30,000 patients, to a secret “amino acid blend” at a Tijuana clinic that turned out to be NAD all along. It is a story that sounds like it belongs in a documentary, and it is completely real. Dr. Eliason shares firsthand accounts of patients who came to him as functioning alcoholics, people who had to wake up at 3 AM for a shot of liquor just to avoid a seizure, and walked away from a 10-day IV treatment completely free of cravings. He explains how NAD does not just address physical withdrawal, it helps the brain heal and restore its energy, which is why so many people who quit alcohol through willpower alone still feel anxious and depressed long after they stop drinking. He even references Bill Wilson, the founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, who found that high-dose niacin, NAD's precursor, finally lifted the anxiety and depression that had stuck around for years after he got sober. Ty and Dr. Eliason also cover the broader uses of NAD therapy including Parkinson's disease, early Alzheimer's, seizure disorders, and general energy and mental clarity, making this conversation relevant well beyond addiction. Dr. Eliason is open about the process, the safety, the cost, and what he is ultimately working toward: getting enough clinical data to bring NAD therapy into the mainstream so more people fighting addiction can actually access it. If you or someone you love has been touched by addiction, this one is worth your time. Connect with Dr. Nathan Eliason: American Wellness Clinic Consultations can be billed to insurance or worked into the treatment process. Dr. Eliason does not want cost to keep anyone from at least looking into their options. Connect with The Ty Brady Way: Email: thetybradyway@gmail.com Instagram: @thetybradyway As always, share, like, and subscribe. We'll catch you on the next one.
YOU GOT QUESTIONS? WE GOT ANSWERS. The Montyman and Roger open the Take 12 Recovery Mailbag and answer some tough questions that listeners have sent in. Key Topics: · Small groups foster personal sharing and deep healing in recovery retreats· Diverse recovery approaches can be effective; no one-size-fits-all solution· Jim Baker's humility exemplifies the power of grace and accountability· Bill Wilson's personal life does not diminish his contributions to AA· Secular programs like Rational Recovery emphasize personal responsibility over higher power· Harm reduction strategies focus on safety and health, but may conflict with abstinence goals· Transparency and integrity are vital in recovery leadership and legacy· Faith and forgiveness are central to long-term recovery and healing· Great disappointment in Dave Ramsey and his staff. #recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction
We're used to hostile online encounters with total strangers. It fuels the digital economy. But what if there were a way to experiment with radical emotional honesty with an anonymous other—much the same as you'd experience at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting? The anonymous founder of This Life, an audio-only app built on anonymity, joins For the Life of the World to argue that emotional and spiritual progress is still possible at scale. "What's really kind is to care about somebody else. And then even more kind than that is to allow somebody else to care about you." In this episode with Evan Rosa, Justin Smith (a pseudonym) reflects on what he learned in Alcoholics Anonymous, the genius of Bill Wilson, and why our voices carry so much emotional weight, and how sharing them—even (and perhaps especially) anonymously—can be a transformative experience of growth. Together they discuss anonymity as a path to honesty, the "spiritual hitchhiker," negative emotion as a force that wants to win, design as destiny, and becoming a neighbor. They also weigh technology's limits and whether spiritual and emotional progress can scale. Episode Highlights "What's really kind is to care about somebody else. And then even more kind than that is to allow somebody else to care about you." "I believe we live in a society that has given up on the idea of emotional or spiritual progress at scale." "Honesty with yourself is a skill." "If you begin to look at unhelpful negative emotion as a force that wants to win, what you'll notice is that we're in a fight that we're not well equipped for." "Meaningful spiritual development is impossible without honesty with other people." About Justin Smith "Justin Smith" is a pseudonym. The guest is the founder of This Life, an audio-only iOS app he describes as an experiment in emotional and spiritual progress, built around anonymity, self-reflection, and what he calls the "spiritual hitchhiker." A Christian shaped by his time in Alcoholics Anonymous and the writing of AA co-founder Bill Wilson, he draws on figures from Martin Luther King Jr. to E.O. Wilson and Fred Rogers to argue that honesty with others is the foundation of spiritual growth. By his request, and in keeping with the episode's premise, his real name, biography, and social accounts are withheld. Learn more about the This Life app on the iOS App Store. Helpful Links and Resources This Life: An Experiment (App Store) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/this-life-an-experiment/id6746807306 Alcoholics Anonymous (the "Big Book"), by Bill Wilson: https://www.aa.org/the-big-book The Twelve Traditions of AA (Tradition Twelve, on anonymity): https://www.aa.org/the-twelve-traditions "On Being a Good Neighbor," Martin Luther King Jr.: https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/king-papers/documents/draft-chapter-iii-being-good-neighbor Show Notes Anonymous guest, identity withheld "Justin Smith"—not his real name The neighbor can be anonymous Startup founders and self-help gurus—equally annoying How the app works: an audio-only experiment Spoken note—talk to yourself, your God, or both "Spiritual hitchhiker"—paired daily with a stranger One rule: no politics "A much more intimate and powerful sort of access to a human consciousness." The voice as the best vehicle for the spiritual Looks always color how we treat each other Design is destiny "We live in a Star Wars civilization with stone age emotions" (E.O. Wilson) Bill Wilson refused Yale's honorary doctorate "Anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions, ever reminding us to place principles before personalities." https://www.aa.org/the-twelve-traditions Negative emotion as a force that wants to win "Honesty with yourself is a skill." Mandela, Mother Teresa, Mr. Rogers—all struggled "Meaningful spiritual development is impossible without honesty with other people." No longer "people in my way at the Starbucks line"—strangers with inner lives Personal responsibility and the courage to become a neighbor #Anonymity #SpiritualGrowth #AlcoholicsAnonymous #BillWilson #Loneliness #DigitalWellbeing #Neighbor #EmotionalHealth #ForTheLifeOfTheWorld #Honesty Production Notes This podcast featured Justin Smith (Pseudonym) Edited and Produced by Evan Rosa Hosted by Evan Rosa Production Assistance by Noah Senthil A Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/about Support For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give
As disturbing new details emerge surrounding the death of Henry Nowak, we examine the growing public anger over policing, race, migration and trust in British institutions. Footage from the incident has reignited debate over two-tier policing, political leadership and whether the deeper crisis facing Britain goes far beyond any single crime. As protests spread and tensions rise, we ask what this case reveals about the state of the country, the role of authority, and why so many people feel the system is no longer working for ordinary people. Today I'm joined by Corina Fitch, a midwife, educator and founder of MotherFLY, who grew up on the famous Farm community in Tennessee. They discuss motherhood, birth, community living, decentralisation, spirituality and whether stronger local communities offer an alternative to an increasingly disconnected world. Learn more at https://www.motherflymom.com and https://thefarmmidwives.org. We also catch up with Dane Anderson at the historic birthplace of Alcoholics Anonymous founder Bill Wilson, reflecting on recovery, faith, service, and the enduring power of the Twelve Steps to transform lives and build meaningful community. Enter the Road to Recovery raffle - https://wilsonhouse.org/busraffle To get a free audio copy of my book 'How to Become a Christian in 7 Days', you can download it at https://www.russellbrand.com/how-to-become-a-christian-audiobook/ Order my new book 'How to Become Christian in 7 Days' at https://bit.ly/russellbook2 If you want to support the show and take care of yourself properly—without turning your bathroom into a laboratory—go to tryreborn.com. It's the Reborn store: supplements, skincare, daily essentials… simple, effective, and made for people who are trying to stay strong while the world does whatever this is. Go check out tryreborn.com and grab what you need
Most in recovery know that Henrietta was the woman who answered a phone call from Bill Wilson and put him in touch with Dr. Bob; but there's a whole lot more to her story than that. In this episode Fr. Bill interviews Julie Frye who served for ten years as curator of the Seiberling mansion and gatehouse and knows more about Henrietta than most anyone alive. As Founder's Day approaches, come learn more about this amazing woman and the critical role she played in the birth of Alcoholics Anonymous.Show Notes:PowerPoint Presentation of Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens with Julie FryeAnne Smith's JournalThe Cleveland Symphony Orchestrahttps://www.clevelandorchestra.com/
Take Control of Your Money Easily with Rumble Wallet. Download now at https://rumblewallet.onelink.me/bJsX/russell. I'm sitting down with Rick S for a conversation about addiction, recovery, faith and the deeper spiritual questions that sit beneath suffering and dependency. Drawing on decades of recovery work and his book *The Fat Book*, we explore the origins of the 12 Steps, the role of Carl Jung and Bill Wilson, the relationship between Christianity and recovery, temptation, forgiveness, institutional religion, spiritual warfare and what real transformation actually looks like. Beneath it all sits a bigger question: is addiction simply behavioural and chemical—or does recovery ultimately require something deeper, spiritual and transcendent? To get a copy of The Fat Book visit - https://bit.ly/RickSFatBook To get a free audio copy of my book 'How to Become a Christian in 7 Days', just sign up with your email address and we'll send out a copy when it's released - https://forms.gle/JYcoitWnrEgnqH5W7 Order my new book 'How to Become Christian in 7 Days' at https://bit.ly/russellbook2 If you want to support the show and take care of yourself properly—without turning your bathroom into a laboratory—go to tryreborn.com. It's the Reborn store: supplements, skincare, daily essentials… simple, effective, and made for people who are trying to stay strong while the world does whatever this is. Go check out tryreborn.com and grab what you need
In this short episode, Fr. Bill reflects on a brief recording of Bill Wilson's unsuccessful attempts to return to the original 12 Step wording of “spiritual experience” over “spiritual awakening.” He also comments on Fr. Dowling's words to the 20th Anniversary Gathering of AA in St. Louis where he said, “Istill weep that the elders of the movement have dropped the word ‘experience' for ‘awakening.'” No need to weep, but it's good information to know.Show notes:Father Ed by Dawn Eden GoldsteinBill Wilson's recorded commentary on "Experience"
Bill Wilson, founder of Wilson Combat, shares the story behind the 300 HAM'R — the AR-15 cartridge he designed to outperform the 300 Blackout and match the legendary 30-30 Winchester out of a 16″ barrel. In this wide-ranging conversation, Bill dives deep into why he moved away from high weight retention bullets, the devastating performance of Lehigh Controlled Chaos bullets, real-world results on 3,300+ feral hogs and African game (zebra, kudu, wildebeest, etc.), terminal performance testing, why faster twist rates matter more than most realize, and stories from multiple African safaris (including a wild 1979 hunt Rhodesia during the Bush War). Whether you're a hog hunter, AR enthusiast, handloader, or someone who wants to understand what makes a bullet truly effective, this episode delivers practical, no baloney insights from one of the most experienced voices in the firearms industry. Sponsor: Make sure you're signed up for my email list by going to Biggamehuntingpodcast.com/ebook. You'll get my free E-BOOK when you do so and you'll also receive the emails I send out every weekday. If you like The Big Game Hunting Podcast you'll love those emails. Join the Big Game Hunting Podcast tribe for the potential opportunity to have a future podcast guest answer one of your questions on the air along with access to all my bonus material at www.patreon.com/biggamehunter Please hit that "SUBSCRIBE" or "FOLLOW" button in your podcast app to receive future episodes automatically! Resources Get a copy of Bill's book Guns, Shooting, & Hunting: What I've Learned In 60 Years here
Throughout his life, Father Ed was attracted to those who suffered - and since AA describes itself as “a program of attraction,” there's little wonder this Jesuit priest was drawn to 12-Step members from the Program's earliest days. In 1940, Dowling saw a troubled man recover from the depths of alcoholic despair and soon after witnessing this miracle he traveled to New York to meet AA's co-founder, Bill Wilson. He wanted to learn how AA worked.Thus began a spiritual friendship between two men that continued throughout Fr. Ed's life. Bill later wrote of Ed, “He became just about the closest friend I shall ever have - and my spiritual advisor, too. He took me through some of my rough going, which, without his counsel and love, I might never have survived.”Fr. Bill interviews Dawn Eden Goldstein, author of a new and much needed biography of Father Ed. Her book is a “must read” for those interested in AA history and will prove a valuable study guide for anyone wanting to discover the love of God that lies at the heart of every genuine 12-Step recovery. Show notes:Father Ed by Dawn Eden GoldsteinDawn Eden contact: https://dawneden.blogspot.com/"...and Bill described this in front of Father Ed atthe AA Comes of Age Conference in St Louis in 1955, you can hear Bill'sintroduction and Father Ed's address on YouTube."https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQYhXb4eNEUwww.twowayprayer.org
LISTEN WITHOUT ADS ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Summary This Week on Dopey! Dave opens the show reflecting on hosting the Phoenix House Soiree and presenting Hank Azaria with an award in the same neighborhood where he once bought heroin nearly 30 years earlier. He talks about gratitude, recovery, shame, redemption, and how addiction and recovery both shaped his life. Dave reads listener emails featuring cocaine cravings, crack addiction, federal charges, acid smuggling, trap houses, prostitution, and early recovery. Montana Ruckman sends in another brutally honest “day in the life” letter from prison describing drug hustling, scams, theft, hookups, and the loneliness of active addiction. Dave also reads Spotify and Patreon comments reacting to the Zoe Hansen episode and the backlash to Amanda de Cadenet, with listeners praising Zoe's warmth, storytelling, and voice. Then Margaret Cho returns to Dopey for one of the funniest and most honest recovery conversations in recent memory. Margaret talks about approaching 10 years sober, her intervention, rehab, kratom addiction, dry scooping kratom powder, benzo withdrawal, seizures, meth fascination, weed reservations, psychedelic therapy, boofing weed lube, and the strange fantasy of someday growing opium poppies in a psychedelic garden. Dave and Margaret bond over romanticizing drugs, relapse fears, and the dangerous line between humor and real addiction. They discuss ketamine therapy, Bill Wilson taking LSD, Hamilton Morris, the Nick Reiner tragedy, death in recovery culture, and why addicts “walk with death.” The conversation also drifts into Snoop Dogg blunt culture, bong rituals, Errowid drug hacks, and the weird creativity and mythology surrounding addiction. ALL THAT AND MUCH MUCH MORE ON ABRAND NEW EPISODE OF THAT GOOD OLD DOPEY SHOW! Check out workit health at www.workithealth.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Emotional Recovery In The Language of the Heart, Bill Wilson talks about something deeper than just physical sobriety—emotional sobriety. Because stopping drinking is only the beginning. Many of us got sober… but still struggled with fear, resentment, loneliness, insecurity, control, and emotional chaos. We wanted peace immediately. We wanted people to act right immediately. We wanted life to feel better immediately. But emotional recovery takes time. It means learning: how to respond instead of react how to live without constant emotional extremes how to stop demanding that the world make us okay Bill talks about the need to grow up emotionally—not perfectly, but honestly. Because true recovery isn't just freedom from substances. It's freedom from being emotionally ruled by everything around us. And that kind of sobriety goes far deeper than putting the bottle down. No one trudges alone.
John McAdams sits down with Sebastian Mann of Wilson Combat to explore the company's rich history, innovative rifle lineup, and commitment to building firearms that hunters actually use in the field. Sebastian shares a memorable childhood story of receiving a custom lightweight 1911 from Bill Wilson himself, then dives into Wilson Combat's evolution from 1911 pistols to modern AR-15s, AR-10s, and the ultra-light NULA rifles. The episode highlights models like the Tactical Hunter and Tactical Ultralight ARs, the performance-driven 300 HAM'R cartridge optimized for hog hunting, and the devastating Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos ammunition. Sebastian also discusses the acquisition and revival of New Ultralight Arms (NULA), the benefits of vertical integration in gun and ammo production, and real-world hunting applications from Texas hogs to African safaris. Whether you're interested in lightweight mountain rifles, suppressor-ready AR platforms, or bullets that deliver "hunting insurance," this episode is packed with practical insights from one of America's most respected firearms manufacturers. Sponsor: Go to BigGameHuntingPodcast.com/ebook and sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday. Please hit that "SUBSCRIBE" or "FOLLOW" button in your podcast app to receive future episodes automatically! Resources Check out the Wilson Combat web site & follow them on Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube
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EP:53 We're back right here on TBOU/FNLJs always giving you the best! And in studio we have Charleston's legendary Mr. Bill Wilson on the set. Plus, News from Janee', The Flip Flop and more on TBOU!
Send us Fan MailA lot of people in AA have a Big Book. Fewer people know how to actually use it. Matt was one of those people for a long time — and he's willing to admit it.In this episode Matt and Steve dig into what the Big Book actually is and what it isn't. It's not a memoir. It's not a devotional. It's not a loose collection of Bill Wilson's thoughts. It's a textbook — sequential by design, with chapters that build on each other deliberately. Read it out of order, rush through it, or try to go it alone and you'll likely miss most of what it's trying to teach you.They talk about why the book works best when you go through it with someone who knows it — a sponsor, a Big Book study group, or resources like Joe and Charlie — and why the stories in the back, as valuable as they are for identifying with the problem, are not the instructions. The first 164 pages are the instructions.Matt also recommends Writing the Big Book by William Schaberg — a deep dive into the original source material and manuscripts that gives you the historical context to understand what you're actually reading.If the Big Book has felt confusing, inaccessible, or like something you had to get through rather than something you got to learn from — this episode is for you.Find Sober Friends: Website: https://www.soberfriendspod.com Email: matt@soberfriendspod.comSupport the show
Industry experts break down how misunderstood additional insured status, complex policy language, and lack of experience are creating confusion, risk, and costly mistakes across insurance claims and contracts. … Read More » The post The “Additional Insured” Illusion: Why Coverage Isn't What You Think | IJA Aftershow: BIll Wilson appeared first on Insurance Journal TV.
This series address what some of us in recovery refer to as “the God problem.” Does God exist? Does God really care about us – and maybe more honestly and specifically, does God care about me and mine? People have been asking these questions for as long as human beings have been on this earth but for us “real” alcoholics and addicts whose lives depend on finding a spiritual solution to our addiction death sentence, it's more than a matter of speculation. In this episode Fr. Bill explores the chapter in the Big Book titled: We Agnostics. In it, Bill Wilson makes every effort to welcome believers and non-believers alike to a spiritual recovery approach. Here he opens the door as wide as possible. Future episodes will explore other books and writers opening inner doors still wider for addicts and alcoholics struggling with “the God problem.”Bill Wilson on Spiritual ExperienceHonest to God by Bishop John A.T. RobinsonMore importantly: What to Believe: Twelve Brief Lessons in Radical Theology by John Caputo
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This series address what some of us in recovery refer to as “the God problem.” In episode 1 "Bill Wilson's Spiritual Experiences" we explore: Does God exist? Does God really care about us – and maybe more honestly and specifically, does God care about me and mine?People have been asking these questions for as long as human beings have been on this earth but for us “real” alcoholics and addicts whose lives depend on finding a spiritual solution to our addiction death sentence, it's more than a matter of speculation.Bill Wilson was one of those men in such desperate need. In this episode Fr. Bill traces some of the lesser-known events that preceded Bill Wilson's famous “White Light” experience in detox. Through these encounters the door of Bill's mind and heart can be seen opening to a divine, healing Presence that would soon bring about his release from addiction. Future episodes will attempt to open inner doors for addicts and alcoholics struggling with the spiritual approach used in 12-Step recovery.Show notes:Bill W. My First 40 Years
David Hardy, EVP, Keith Johnson, VP of Merchandising, and Bill Wilson, COO with Abbey flooring, and Kemp Harr discuss the highlights of Abbey's winter convention in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Dr. Bob begged Bill Wilson to “keep it simple.” In that same spirit, the Oxford Group often compacted their program of change down to three short words: CONNECTION – CORRECTION – DIRECTION. In this bonus episode Fr. Bill reviews the 12-Steps in light of these, giving listeners a simpler understanding of the “change” we need to undergo for recovery. Show notes: Jean Brown pamphlet
In today's podcast, my guest is Dr Bill Wilson, a front-line physician who practiced medicine in Minnesota and Massachusetts for over 40 years. Three years ago, Dr Wilson was diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment - often described as pre-dementia. Instead of accepting it as inevitable, he took action. The result? He reversed it. Now, drawing on both his medical background and personal experience, Dr. Wilson has developed a sharp, highly practical focus on neuroscience. In this conversation, he breaks down exactly what helped restore his cognitive function - and, just as importantly, what truly matters for anyone on the slippery slope of cognitive decline. If brain health is something you—or someone you love—are thinking about, this episode is essential listening. For more information read my book 'Upgrade Your Brain' and visit the Alzheimer's and Dementia Topic on my website. Take the Food for the Brain Cognitive Function Test.
When setting off on any journey, it's best to know your intended destination in advance. On the 12th Step journey, to use the Big Book's original wording, that means following the 12 Steps to arrive at a transformational spiritual experience - one powerful enough to overcome addiction. Of course, the wording of the 12th Step was soon changed to “a spiritual awakening” not wanting to scare newcomers away. But when Bill Wilson tried changing it back to the original, AA wouldn't let him.This single episode describes the “psychic change” the Steps are intended to bring about using three quotes to describe the experience. First, a definition that originated with William James in his Varieties of Religious Experience; second, the description contained in the Big Book; and finally, a helpful quote from Jungian author Robert A. Johnson's book Transformation. These quotes are contained in a handout found in the show notes.Show notes: What Is a Psychic Change or Spiritual ExperienceQuantum Change by Professor William MillerTransformation by Robert A. JohnsonJung's Answer to Job https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Answer_to_Job
Wilson Financial Group focuses on helping people keep what they work hard for when it comes to their retirement. It's about how people get from where they are right now to where they want to be. It is about achieving their personal financial goals and enabling them to enjoy the fruits of their labor without having to worry if tomorrow will be a good or bad day in the markets. It is important to plot the path, have a plan for how to get there and get the right advice along the way. “We Help Clients Get to Retirement and Through Retirement.”Learn More: https://wilsonfinancialgrp.com/No Rendering of Advice. The information contained is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for obtaining accounting, tax, or financial advice from a professional accountant. Presentation of the information via the Internet is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an accountant-client relationship. Internet subscribers, users and online readers are advised not to act upon this information without seeking the service of a professional accountant. Any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this website is not intended to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under U.S. federal tax law. While we use reasonable efforts to furnish accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant that any information contained in or made available through this website is accurate, complete, reliable, current or error-free. We assume no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this website or such other materials or communications.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-bill-wilson-president-of-wilson-financial-group-discussing-how-to-create-sustainable-income
Wilson Financial Group focuses on helping people keep what they work hard for when it comes to their retirement. It's about how people get from where they are right now to where they want to be. It is about achieving their personal financial goals and enabling them to enjoy the fruits of their labor without having to worry if tomorrow will be a good or bad day in the markets. It is important to plot the path, have a plan for how to get there and get the right advice along the way. “We Help Clients Get to Retirement and Through Retirement.”Learn More: https://wilsonfinancialgrp.com/No Rendering of Advice. The information contained is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for obtaining accounting, tax, or financial advice from a professional accountant. Presentation of the information via the Internet is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an accountant-client relationship. Internet subscribers, users and online readers are advised not to act upon this information without seeking the service of a professional accountant. Any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this website is not intended to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under U.S. federal tax law. While we use reasonable efforts to furnish accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant that any information contained in or made available through this website is accurate, complete, reliable, current or error-free. We assume no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this website or such other materials or communications.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-bill-wilson-president-of-wilson-financial-group-discussing-how-to-create-sustainable-income
Join Zak for a powerful conversation with 101 Year old, Retired Captain William H. Wilson, a legendary D-Day veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy. Known as “Captain Bill,” Wilson served aboard HMCS Ottawa during the historic Normandy landings on June 6, 1944.Born in Winnipeg in 1924, Captain Wilson joined the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve at just 18.He went on to serve in the Battle of the Atlantic, the invasion of Normandy, and several key World War II operations. After the war, he continued in the naval reserves, eventually becoming one of the longest-serving naval officers in Canadian history.Captain Bill received the Atlantic Star and other commendations for his bravery. He later helped found the Naval Museum of Alberta and played a major role in building The Military Museums in Calgary. In recognition of his service, he was appointed Honorary Captain of the Royal Canadian Navy and awarded the Alberta Order of Excellence.This rare interview captures over 101 years of service, sacrifice, and Canadian military history through the eyes of a man who lived it.
DEEP DARK SECRETS. In this episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast, Alicea, Tom and the Montyman discuss the importance of confession and addressing deep dark secrets that individuals may carry. They explore the challenges of handling intoxicated individuals in meetings, the controversial practices of Bill Wilson, and the role of spirituality in recovery. The conversation emphasizes the significance of sharing burdens and secrets with trusted individuals to facilitate healing and growth. The hosts also highlight upcoming events and retreats aimed at supporting individuals in their recovery journey.#recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction
Originally aired 9/11/25: Mary welcomes back Bill Wilson of The Daily Jot to pull the curtain back on some inconvenient truths – inconvenient for those who don’t like truth telling, anyway. In the aftermath of yesterday’s shocking headline of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, sometimes the bedrock of truth will go head to head with wickedness and a high price is paid. Worldviews clash daily in these times, but embedded in the series of decisions that were made to take this man’s life over ideology is the true definition of “crossing the rubicon” – and America will take a long time to recover from this, if we do. Today we also discuss the the political polarization fallout of the Sars/Cov pandemic, accompanied by the general declining trust in public health measures that followed, along with more intense political division. If it only took a couple weeks for Fauci and his ilk to shut our country down, why has it taken an additional 4 years to finish a thought on the scam of the century? Well, there are those who are finally getting around to spelling it out. We also chat about lawfare against Trump’s agenda, Senator Tim Kaine’s radical views, and the myth of the Palestinian State. Set for September 22, the UN is continuing to push hard for that unknown state for an unknown people (see, “terrorists”). But Trump has disallowed visas for Mahmoud Abbas and 80 of his closest friends in terror. Now what? Well, change of venue perhaps. Stay tuned. A full hour with a prophecy watcher and journalist. Stand Up For The Truth Videos: https://rumble.com/user/CTRNOnline & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQQSvKiMcglId7oGc5c46A
Prof. Miller's book Quantum Change: When Epiphanies and Sudden Insights Transform Ordinary Lives has been described as the most definitive work on the subject of religious experiences since William James' Varieties of Religious Experience. The latter has had a profound influence on AA and Bill Wilson's development of the 12-Steps, and this book brings the subject into the modern era. Fr. Bill interviews Professor Miller in an audio only format.Show notes:Quantum Change: When Epiphanies and Sudden Insights Transform Ordinary Lives by Professor William R. MillerWhat AA Has to Teach the Church by Sam Shoemaker / pdf on Step Study
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, dives into how AI can turbocharge the ADHD Entrepreneur's creativity and productivity. Building on a recent chat with Bill Wilson, André shares real ways AI helps structure those non-linear ideas, organize brainstorming sessions, and connect dots faster—all without replacing your unique thinking. Learn how to use AI as a reliable tool for turning your chaotic thoughts into actionable plans, freeing up your energy for the thinking only you can do. If you're ready to experiment, André's got practical tips for getting started with AI—no magic tricks, just useful strategies for growth-minded ADHD Entrepreneurs.
S13E2 Christmas letter to the AA membership from Bill Wilson in 1944. Bob S. from Charlotte NC tells his story. Chip Shrapnel dives into "I am your Chipmunk tonight", "Give up the fight pick up a white" and Chips aren't rewards or awards but they will keep you out of the psych ward". If you have a comment, suggestion or question you can email Shank and Wayne at freedom@alcoholicsalive.com
André, The Impulsive Thinker™ sits down with SaaS coach and pricing strategist Bill Wilson to dig into how ADHD Entrepreneurs can use AI to boost creativity, focus, and workflow—without falling for the hype. Bill shares how AI is more than a passing trend; it's a practical tool that helps ADHD minds brainstorm, organize ideas, and sharpen learning fast. Together, they bust myths, explore real-life automation hacks, and talk barriers like relying too much on the tech. Listen in for solid advice so you can make AI work for your ADHD Entrepreneur journey, your way, at your own pace.
Wilson Financial Group focuses on helping people keep what they work hard for when it comes to their retirement. It's about how you get from where you are right now to where you want to be. It is about achieving your personal financial goals and enabling you to enjoy the fruits of your labors without having to worry if tomorrow will be a good or bad day in the markets. It is important to plot your path, have a plan for how to get there and get the right advice along the way. “We Help Clients Get to Retirement and Through Retirement.”Learn more: https://wilsonfinancialgrp.com/No Rendering of Advice. The information contained is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for obtaining accounting, tax, or financial advice from a professional accountant.Presentation of the information via the Internet is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an accountant-client relationship. Internet subscribers, users and online readers are advised not to act upon this information without seeking the service of a professional accountant. Any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this website is not intended to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under U.S. federal tax law.While we use reasonable efforts to furnish accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant that any information contained in or made available through this website is accurate, complete, reliable, current or error-free. We assume no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this website or such other materials or communications.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-bill-wilson-president-of-wilson-financial-group-discussing-estate-planning
Wilson Financial Group focuses on helping people keep what they work hard for when it comes to their retirement. It's about how you get from where you are right now to where you want to be. It is about achieving your personal financial goals and enabling you to enjoy the fruits of your labors without having to worry if tomorrow will be a good or bad day in the markets. It is important to plot your path, have a plan for how to get there and get the right advice along the way. “We Help Clients Get to Retirement and Through Retirement.”Learn more: https://wilsonfinancialgrp.com/No Rendering of Advice. The information contained is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for obtaining accounting, tax, or financial advice from a professional accountant.Presentation of the information via the Internet is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an accountant-client relationship. Internet subscribers, users and online readers are advised not to act upon this information without seeking the service of a professional accountant. Any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this website is not intended to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under U.S. federal tax law.While we use reasonable efforts to furnish accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant that any information contained in or made available through this website is accurate, complete, reliable, current or error-free. We assume no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this website or such other materials or communications.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-bill-wilson-president-of-wilson-financial-group-discussing-estate-planning
In this episode, host Brendon Dennewill sits down with Bill Wilson, Founder and CEO of Pace Pricing and three-time software entrepreneur with over 20 years building and scaling SaaS companies. Bill shares how he evolved from software developer to pricing strategist after recognizing the deep anxiety founders face around pricing decisions. Through his work guiding hundreds of SaaS teams, he's discovered that pricing isn't just a numbers game—it's about alignment, belief, and understanding the jobs customers hire products to do.The conversation explores why pricing, product, and positioning cannot be separated, and how misalignment at the leadership level cascades throughout organizations, leaving money on the table. Bill unpacks his PACE framework (Profile, Architect, Calibrate, Execute) and explains why he shifted from pure data-driven decisions to building belief through iterative validation. He also tackles how AI is fundamentally reshaping SaaS business models, from enabling outcome-based pricing to introducing new cost structures that challenge traditional economies of scale.This episode is essential for SaaS founders, RevOps leaders, product executives, and B2B growth teams looking to unlock revenue through strategic pricing, eliminate cross-functional friction, and prepare their business models for an AI-driven future.What You'll LearnWhy pricing misalignment at the leadership level quietly becomes a company-wide problemHow the PACE framework brings structure and repeatability to pricing decisionsThe difference between solving a problem vs. executing a job to be doneWhy belief, not data, is the true catalyst for pricing changes and adoptionHow AI is accelerating the shift toward outcome-based pricing modelsWhy product, pricing, and positioning can't be separated, and what happens when they areThe single most impactful action a founder can take if pricing hasn't been reviewed in a yearResources MentionedPace Pricing PACE FrameworkJobs to be Done (JTBD)Bob Moesta April Dunford, author of "Obviously Awesome"HubSpot Intercom Is your business ready to scale? Take the Growth Readiness Score to find out. In 5 minutes, you'll see: Benchmark data showing how you stack up to other organizations A clear view of your operational maturity Whether your business is ready to scale (and what to do next if it's not) Let's Connect Subscribe to the RevOps Champions Newsletter LinkedIn YouTube Explore the show at revopschampions.com. Ready to unite your teams with RevOps strategies that eliminate costly silos and drive growth? Let's talk!
Wilson Financial Group focuses on helping people keep what they work hard for when it comes to their retirement. It's about how you get from where you are right now to where you want to be. It is about achieving your personal financial goals and enabling you to enjoy the fruits of your labors without having to worry if tomorrow will be a good or bad day in the markets. It is important to plot your path, have a plan for how to get there and get the right advice along the way. “We Help Clients Get to Retirement and Through Retirement.”Learn More: https://wilsonfinancialgrp.com/No Rendering of Advice. The information contained is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for obtaining accounting, tax, or financial advice from a professional accountant.Presentation of the information via the Internet is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an accountant-client relationship. Internet subscribers, users and online readers are advised not to act upon this information without seeking the service of a professional accountant. Any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this website is not intended to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under U.S. federal tax law.While we use reasonable efforts to furnish accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant that any information contained in or made available through this website is accurate, complete, reliable, current or error-free. We assume no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this website or such other materials or communications.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-bill-wilson-president-of-wilson-financial-group-discussing-guaranteed-income
Wilson Financial Group focuses on helping people keep what they work hard for when it comes to their retirement. It's about how you get from where you are right now to where you want to be. It is about achieving your personal financial goals and enabling you to enjoy the fruits of your labors without having to worry if tomorrow will be a good or bad day in the markets. It is important to plot your path, have a plan for how to get there and get the right advice along the way. “We Help Clients Get to Retirement and Through Retirement.”Learn More: https://wilsonfinancialgrp.com/No Rendering of Advice. The information contained is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for obtaining accounting, tax, or financial advice from a professional accountant.Presentation of the information via the Internet is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an accountant-client relationship. Internet subscribers, users and online readers are advised not to act upon this information without seeking the service of a professional accountant. Any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this website is not intended to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under U.S. federal tax law.While we use reasonable efforts to furnish accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant that any information contained in or made available through this website is accurate, complete, reliable, current or error-free. We assume no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this website or such other materials or communications.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-bill-wilson-president-of-wilson-financial-group-discussing-guaranteed-income
Wilson Financial Group focuses on helping people keep what they work hard for when it comes to their retirement. It's about how you get from where you are right now to where you want to be. It is about achieving your personal financial goals and enabling you to enjoy the fruits of your labors without having to worry if tomorrow will be a good or bad day in the markets. It is important to plot your path, have a plan for how to get there, and get the right advice along the way. “We Help Clients Get to Retirement and Through Retirement.”Learn More: https://wilsonfinancialgrp.com/No Rendering of Advice. The information contained is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for obtaining accounting, tax, or financial advice from a professional accountant.Presentation of the information via the Internet is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an accountant-client relationship. Internet subscribers, users and online readers are advised not to act upon this information without seeking the service of a professional accountant. Any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this website is not intended to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under U.S. federal tax law.While we use reasonable efforts to furnish accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant that any information contained in or made available through this website is accurate, complete, reliable, current or error-free. We assume no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this website or such other materials or communications.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-bill-wilson-president-of-wilson-financial-group-discussing-how-to-get-to-and-through-retirement
Wilson Financial Group focuses on helping people keep what they work hard for when it comes to their retirement. It's about how you get from where you are right now to where you want to be. It is about achieving your personal financial goals and enabling you to enjoy the fruits of your labors without having to worry if tomorrow will be a good or bad day in the markets. It is important to plot your path, have a plan for how to get there, and get the right advice along the way. “We Help Clients Get to Retirement and Through Retirement.”Learn More: https://wilsonfinancialgrp.com/No Rendering of Advice. The information contained is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for obtaining accounting, tax, or financial advice from a professional accountant.Presentation of the information via the Internet is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an accountant-client relationship. Internet subscribers, users and online readers are advised not to act upon this information without seeking the service of a professional accountant. Any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this website is not intended to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under U.S. federal tax law.While we use reasonable efforts to furnish accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant that any information contained in or made available through this website is accurate, complete, reliable, current or error-free. We assume no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this website or such other materials or communications.Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-bill-wilson-president-of-wilson-financial-group-discussing-how-to-get-to-and-through-retirement
In this episode of The Observatory, Chad Nielsen joins the show to discuss how men can heal past wounds, deepen their understanding of masculinity, and embrace their true sexual power. Chad Nielsen is an intimacy coach who helps men heal and expand their relationship with their Masculinity & Sexuality. Hear Chad's childhood trauma, his experience with drug addiction, his biggest turning point to getting better, the 12-step heling program and how his kid influenced his emotional growth. You will also learn the importance of acceptance, hope, and community in your healing journey, and how to create a safe space for others. Timestamps[03:29] Chad Nielsen's background information[07:15] Chad's memory of his father[11:05] Chad's childhood trauma[17:03] The importance of hope in healing[22:47] Chad's experience with drug addiction[27:22] The 12-step healing process[32:22] Chad's biggest turning point in getting better[37:22] How Chad's kid influenced his emotional growth[45:28] Chad's sponsor in the healing program that made a huge difference[52:43] How Chad uncovered the unhealed parts of sexuality, masculinity, and intimacy[56:34] Bill Wilson, the author of the book: Alcoholics Anonymous[01:01:25] Learning to hear the voice of intuition[01:04:25] The Hero's Journey by Joseph Campbell[01:11:34] Building a safe space for others[01:19:56] The importance of community in your healing journey[01:26:11] The secret sexuality coaching for men[01:35:04] The crisis of identity as a manNotable quotes:“There is no place of being too broken to have a happy, joyous, and purposeful life.” - Chad Nielsen [14:24]“When you leave behind something that no longer serves you, it will be painful for a while.” - Chad Nielsen [01:02:27]“You have to jump into the unknown, and it's not going to be easy at first, but you have to do it anyway.” - Chad Nielsen [10:03:43]“You can never give someone anything until you have it for yourself.” - LaRae Wright [01:10:16]“We all have gifts and life experiences that give us a unique ability to help people.” - Chad Nielsen [01:37:25]Relevant links:https://www.instagram.com/safetoloveshowhttps://www.instagram.com/chadonlovehttps://www.instagram.com/aprilbenincosaSubscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions!
Bill Wilson, CEO and founder of Pace Pricing and official pricing advisor for the government of New Zealand, takes Mark on a deep dive into Jobs to be Done methodology and its connection to value-based pricing. From his origins as a software developer building productized services to coaching hundreds of companies through SaaS Academy, Bill reveals why pricing isn't just about the number—it's about understanding the progress customers are trying to make. In this episode, Mark and Bill dive into why the Jobs to Be Done framework offers a more effective lens than traditional problem-and-results approaches, leading to insights about value realization, emotional jobs, and why the biggest pricing advice might be the simplest: just raise your prices. Why You Have to Check Out Today's Podcast: Learn the critical role of value realization and how to effectively package products to help customers achieve desired outcomes quickly and sustainably. Understand the Jobs to Be Done framework, how it differs from traditional problem-solving approaches, and why it's vital for grasping true customer motivations. Discover practical pricing strategies, including overcoming fears around raising prices and how thoughtful price increases positively impact a company's bottom line. "Without being too on the nose about it, you probably should raise your prices." – Bill Wilson Topics Covered: 01:32 - Bill's journey from technical founder in 2007 to productizing services, escaping hourly billing, and discovering that pricing is everyone's delicate secret. 06:59 - The Product-Pricing-Positioning Triangle Why these three cannot be separated: value delivery (product), value perception (positioning), and value capture (pricing). 09:33 - What is Jobs to be Done? Bill's definition: statements describing the progress customers are trying to make, with specific ways to measure that value. 14:17 - The Trigger Moment: Status Quo Change Why the sandwich shop example illustrates how triggers create jobs people are willing to pay to solve, unlike generic problems. 20:11 - Context-Driven Pricing Meets Jobs to be Done Mark's framework of foundational problems, problem scope, and situational context—and how it maps to Bill's JTBD structure. 21:56 - System 1 vs. System 2: Emotion vs. Value Separating intuitive, emotional buying (System 1) from deliberative value calculation (System 2)—and why B2B sellers must address both. 26:39 - The Three Phases of Value Value perception (positioning), value realization (first aha moment), and value adoption (features driving continuous use). 30:08 - The Product-Pricing-Positioning Connection in Practice: Why Bill sometimes produces product requirements documents during pricing engagements—because time-to-value affects pricing success. 30:28 - Final Advice: Raise Your Prices The simplest, most powerful advice that everyone fears—and why money from price increases falls directly to the bottom line. Key Takeaways: "A job to be done inherently has monetization built into it because there are a lot of problems that I'm not willing to pay to be solved. But a job in and of itself is something I'm actively trying to achieve." - Bill Wilson "Recurring revenue lives in value adoption, not in value realization. I can get anybody to realize value pretty quickly and they'll never buy my product more than once." - Bill Wilson "Everybody's scared to death to raise their prices. But if you haven't raised your prices in a couple of years, you're probably safe to raise your prices. And all that money that you raise it by, whatever percentage that is, is going to fall directly to the bottom line." - Bill Wilson People / Resources Mentioned: April Dunford: Positioning expert, author of "Obviously Awesome" and "Sales Pitch" Anthony Ulwick: Outcome-Driven Innovation approach to Jobs to be Done Clayton Christensen: Jobs to be Done theory pioneer Danny Kahneman: System 1 and System 2 thinking framework SaaS Academy: Where Bill coaches companies on pricing Volta: Coaching organization Bill works with Connect with Bill Wilson: Pace Pricing: https://www.pacepricing.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wdrwilson/ Connect with Mark Stiving: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/ Email: mark@impactpricing.com
Bill Wilson wrote: “Where did we learn about moral inventory, amends for harms done, turning our will and our lives over to the care of God? Where did we learn about prayer and meditation and all the rest? The spiritual substance of our remaining ten Steps (Steps 2 through 11) came straight from Dr. Bob's and my own early associationwith the Oxford Groups….”Fr. Bill's guests are Rob and Susan Corchoran, both long-time leaders in the movement that gave birth to AA.Susan's dad, Alan Thornhill wrote several plays that helped carry the Oxford Group message of spiritual transformation to tens of thousands all around the world. And Rob's father worked for the Groups amidst the labor unions of Scotland.Together they labored for many years for racial harmony in Richmond, Virginia helping heal the wounds of slavery and discrimination through a program called Hope in the Cities.The Oxford Group wanted to “change the world” through the program of spiritual transformation Bill Wilson used so successfully to change alcoholics. This interview will help you better understand the spiritual roots of our 12-Step programs.Show notes: Frank Buchman and the Oxford Group· The Forgotten Factor: A play by Alan Thornhill (pdf copy)Moral Re-Armament· Rob Corcoran website and blog link: https://www.robcorcoran.org/Toward Transformative Reparations by Rob Corcoran and Mike Wenger https://www.robcorcoran.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Toward-Transformative-Reparations-NCHE.pdf
“The enemy isn't just the killer — it's the clock.” Firearms instructor and legal expert Massad Ayoob breaks down the truth about school shootings, gun laws, and the fight for civil rights in America. Listen to why the first 30 seconds determine who lives or dies — and how the Israeli model of armed, trained school staff can stop mass killers before police even arrive. Massad and Michael also touch on: • The emotional weapon the gun-control lobby uses — and why pro-2A advocates must fight with both facts and feelings. • The racist roots of gun control — from post-Civil War “may issue” laws to modern “sensitive area” bans. • Why 29 states now recognize constitutional carry, and how the patchwork of gun laws puts honest citizens at risk. • The truth about 18- to 20-year-olds and AR-15 bans — and what America's best marksmen can teach us. • The difference between opponents and enemies, and the 80/10/10 rule every activist needs to know. • Why National Reciprocity and Stand Your Ground protections are essential for real freedom.
Mary welcomes back Bill Wilson of The Daily Jot to pull the curtain back on some inconvenient truths - inconvenient for those who don't like truth telling, anyway. In the aftermath of yesterday's shocking headline of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, sometimes the bedrock of truth will go head to head with wickedness and a high price is paid. Worldviews clash daily in these times, but embedded in the series of decisions that were made to take this man's life over ideology is the true definition of "crossing the rubicon" - and America will take a long time to recover from this, if we do. Today we also discuss the the political polarization fallout of the Sars/Cov pandemic, accompanied by the general declining trust in public health measures that followed, along with more intense political division. If it only took a couple weeks for Fauci and his ilk to shut our country down, why has it taken an additional 4 years to finish a thought on the scam of the century? Well, there are those who are finally getting around to spelling it out. We also chat about lawfare against Trump's agenda, Senator Tim Kaine's radical views, and the myth of the Palestinian State. Set for September 22, the UN is continuing to push hard for that unknown state for an unknown people (see, "terrorists"). But Trump has disallowed visas for Mahmoud Abbas and 80 of his closest friends in terror. Now what? Well, change of venue perhaps. Stay tuned. A full hour with a prophecy watcher and journalist. Stand Up For The Truth Videos: https://rumble.com/user/CTRNOnline & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQQSvKiMcglId7oGc5c46A
Mary welcomes back Bill Wilson of The Daily Jot to pull the curtain back on some inconvenient truths - inconvenient for those who don't like truth telling, anyway. In the aftermath of yesterday's shocking headline of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, sometimes the bedrock of truth will go head to head with wickedness and a high price is paid. Worldviews clash daily in these times, but embedded in the series of decisions that were made to take this man's life over ideology is the true definition of "crossing the rubicon" - and America will take a long time to recover from this, if we do. Today we also discuss the the political polarization fallout of the Sars/Cov pandemic, accompanied by the general declining trust in public health measures that followed, along with more intense political division. If it only took a couple weeks for Fauci and his ilk to shut our country down, why has it taken an additional 4 years to finish a thought on the scam of the century? Well, there are those who are finally getting around to spelling it out. We also chat about lawfare against Trump's agenda, Senator Tim Kaine's radical views, and the myth of the Palestinian State. Set for September 22, the UN is continuing to push hard for that unknown state for an unknown people (see, "terrorists"). But Trump has disallowed visas for Mahmoud Abbas and 80 of his closest friends in terror. Now what? Well, change of venue perhaps. Stay tuned. A full hour with a prophecy watcher and journalist. Stand Up For The Truth Videos: https://rumble.com/user/CTRNOnline & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQQSvKiMcglId7oGc5c46A