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12 Questions

by Anna Valenzuela

12Q Podcast is an in depth look at 12 step recovery culture and an exploration of the world outside of the rooms from the 12 Step perspective. We believe that Recovery isn't just for Clean and Sober people. Each week Anna Valenzuela and Dave Yates ask interesting people 12 questions about their journey through life.

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Episodes

  1. Jen B.

    Jen and Anna have known each other for years. She has badass-next-level recovery. We talk about anger, heartache, and fighting in meetings. @annavisfun @12pod @unpops

  2. Brian Simpson AGAIN

    Anna dipped into the fault to celebrate her pal, Brian Simpson (@bscomedian) he's crushing it on Netflix and just a gem in general. Check me out at @annavisfun, @12qpod and on @unpops.

  3. Kathy C

    12 Questions podcast team apologizes for the late upload. There were technical difficulties this week. It was definitely worth the wait! It finally happened, Anna interviewed the amazing Kathy C. Meet the woman behind all of the stuff Anna says every week! @12Qpod @annavisfun @unpops network.

  4. McKenna

    This week we have an anonymous guest, "McKenna"! She shares her experience, strength, and hope in her struggle with food addiction. She is proof positive that addiction is between your ears and not hidden in the substance you use. Check us out @12qpod and @annavisfun!

  5. Jon Graber

    Grabes is back!!! We talk about how his life, recovery, and career have evolved in the last 4 years! @annavisfun @jgrabesmixes @12qpod

  6. Mat Alano-Martin

    Hello! Late 12 Questions Drop this week. Anna had tech issues so she had to reach out to former guest and friend @jongrabemixes for help. We have a very special EP this week! 1st we say a loving goodbye to @yatescomedy. 2nd guest @matalanomartin comes on to talk about his life, grief, and…

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  7. Charles Belt

    Charles tells us the life lessons he learned from the Dollar General! Find us @yatescomedy @12qpod @annavisfun on twitter, instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook. AnnaValenzuela.com for show info and listen to her other podcast Bye Bye Belta.

  8. 2022 Recovery Resolutions

    A brand new year means Recovery Resolutions! Join as Anna and Dave discuss the top 3 resolutions they have for their lives and recovery. @yatescomedy @annavisfun @unpops

  9. Jen H.

    This week's guest is a sober Chicago native now living her best life as a sober student in New York City! Jen H. shares her journey and finding herself in her recovery. @yatescomedy @annavisfun @12qpod

  10. Joe M.

    Our guest this week shares his story of experience strength and hope that spans from across the pond to Chicago! Joe M. is our guest and you don’t want to miss this one. @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12qpod @unpops

  11. Kelly Hogaboom

    Our guest this week has a phenomenal journey to share. Kelly Hogaboom creates couture for trans, nonbinary, & gender expansive people. They were such a delight to have on the show. Follow everything they do here: https://bio.link/kellyhogaboom, follow us at @12pod, @annavisfun @yatescomedy and...

  12. Tips For Getting Through The Holidays

    Holidays can be the Bermuda Triangle of insanity for anyone, not just people in recovery. Anna and Dave run through some useful tips and food for thought to help give perspective to this wild emotional time of the year. @annavisfun @unpops @yatescomedy @12qpod

  13. Stephanie VanZytveld

    Our guest this week is the accomplished author of I Am Gold Dust (And You Are To) Stephanie VanZytveld! She shares about recovery and finding mindfulness and authenticity in the workplace. Tune in and pick up her book today. @steph.vanz @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12Qpod @unpops www.iamgolddust.com

  14. Kym Kral

    Author and Comedian Kym Kral is answer the Questions on this brand new ep. Dave and Kym go real deep on trauma and the steps allowing space for forgiveness. Buy Kym’s new book Confessions of a Recovering Party Girl @kymkral @yatescomedy @annavisfun @12Qpod @unpops https://www.kymkral.com/buy-my-book

  15. Larry Clarke

    This week! We sit down with talented actor, director and HUSBAND Larry Clarke! Larry is the yin to Fielding Eldlow’s yang and he co-stars in their hit web series Bitter Homes and Gardens. Tune in this week to hear Larry’s experience strength and hope. @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12qpod @unpops

  16. Feilding Edlow

    Fielding Edlow is a funny creative women balancing her comedy career with motherhood, marriage and her kick ass recovery. Check us out on all podcast platforms. @Fieldingedlow @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12qpod @unpops

  17. Listener Questions

    This week Dave and Anna fly solo and answer your questions about recovery. Listen on all podcast platforms and for Anna's tour dat einfo go to annavalenuzela.com @annavisfun @yatescomedy @unpops

  18. Rosalee Mayuex

    This week we have super fun episode with actress, comedian, and mom, Rosalee Mayuex! She gets serious about boundaries and relationships. Rate and review on iTunes and listen on uppops! @annavisfun @yateacomedy @rosaleemayuex

  19. Mc Lil J

    Today we have a truly dynamic sober guest Julia “MC Lil J” Degan. Through sobriety she’s found a way to inspire by creating raps and a great podcast called Rap On Tap! Check us and Lil J out everywhere you get your podcasts! @annavisfun @yatescomedy @unpops @mclilj Rap on tap:...

  20. Rebecca Rush

    Our guest is phenomenal writer and comedian, Rebecca Rush! She’s brutally honest about her story and works a solid program. Tune in as Anna and Dave have a blast shooting the Questions on this great episode! @annavisfun @rebeccarush639 @yatescomedy @unpops

  21. Pej

    This week's guest is multi talented recovery superstar, Pej! He’s an interventionist who also runs treatment centers to help addicts and alcoholics. His podcast, Peji’s Recovery Corner is a must listen. We talk about heartbreak and healing on this week's walk through the Questions! @annavisfun...

  22. Nicole Aimee Schreiber

    Dave and Anna sit down with a true firebrand, Nicole AimeeSchreiber! We talk about our dad’s, amends, and the true meaning of forgiveness. @nicoleaimee @12Qpod @yates comedy @annavisfun

  23. Sammie James

    Today’s guest is Sammie James! Sammie is a super interesting human. Please check out their Polymorph monthly zoom show and the BoohHaHa Podcast. @SammieSamJames @yatescomedy @annavisfun @12Qpod https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mh0xVS-G8UM twitter https://twitter.com/SammieSamJames...

  24. Jessica Sele

    This week we have Jessica Sele! She’s been working on herself throughout the pandemic! She shares about growth standup and boxing! @annavisfun @yatescomedy @jessicasele @jsele @12qpod

  25. Drew Steen

    This week's guest is professional drummer Drew Steen! Anna and Dave run through the life of a sober artist on the road as Drew shares how he keeps trudging before a recent performance. @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12Qpod @thekidd1986 Sponsor is Manscape. Offer code 12QPOD

  26. Kane Holloway

    You’ve seen this week's guest on Laughs on Fox, Walk of Shame Shuttle on VH1 and First Nation Comedy. It’s Kane Holloway! Kane co-hosts the self help podcast “Don’t Take Bullshit From Fuckers” on the All Things Comedy Network. He brings his experience strength and hope along on this weeks 12...

  27. Angel Garcia

    Our guest this week is the fabulous magician and comedian Angel Garcia ! (@guerrillajokes) Angel is also the host of Death and Friends Podcast. We go deep on moving during covid and relationships that leave lasting effects on us. Subscribe and stream this great episode wherever you get your...

  28. Martina Deeb

    Martina is works on the front line of the disease. She's soulful and thoughtful. Please rate and review this podcast on iTunes and TELL YOUR FRIENDS. @annavisfun @12qpod @yatescomedy @unpops

  29. Jimmy Pardo

    @annavisfun @yatescomedy @jimmypardo @12qpod

  30. Julie Weidmann

    Witty, insightful and irreverent, actress and comedian Julie Weidmann sits in this week for the Questions. She shares a story full of heart, humor, and recovery with Anna and Dave. @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12qpod Julie: https://linktr.ee/Julieweidmann

  31. Greg Behrendt

    We’re are so excited to share this weeks episode. Our guest this week is a Times bestselling author, comedian, musician, Life and Relationship Coach. He’s sold over 4 million books, most notably the co-authored, He’s Just Not That Into You. The one and only Greg Behrendt sits down for the...

  32. Lily Enchin

    Our Guest this week is a proud member of The Sunny Bunny Recovery group for fans of the band Ween. Anna and Dave welcome Lily Enchin! We talk about finding your place in recovery and still enjoying live music. Tune in for a fantastic episode of hope and funky jams. @annavisfun @yause tescomedy...

  33. Rob Pugliese

    This week’s guest is known around LGBT rooms as “Hot Rob” He’s a talented comedian and sketch actor who’s serious about sobriety. Anna and Dave welcome Rob Pugliese to wrangle the Questions on this funny and insightful episode. Please Subscribe. Rate. Review. So we can be of service and reach…

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  34. Angela Lovell

    Dave and Anna go full woo-woo with psychic, podcaster, and witch- Angela Lovell! Angela has had wild life and has done a ton of spiritual and emotional work. She so powerful she get's Dave to tell her his astrological chart. Sponsors: Manscaped, offer code 12QPOD. Link:...

  35. Roz Drezfalez

    Our guest this week is a triple threat of amazing. She’s a phenomenal drag queen, comedian, and podcaster. It’s Roz Hernandez! Tune in for @Annavisfun and @yatescomedy getting into the questions with @rozhernandez

  36. Mark James Heath

    We love a great Chicagoan on the podcast. This weeks guest is poet, comedian, and father @Mjh708. Such a wonderful inspirational story of struggle, triumph, and growth. Tune in, subscribe and leave a review! @annavisfun @yatescomedy @unpops

  37. Re-Entry Stress

    Anna & Dave are left unattended this week so they talk about "Re-Entry Stress" and 12 tips for keeping your cool as the world goes back to "normal". Listen and Subscribe! @12Qqpod @unpops @yatescomedy @annavisfun

  38. Josh Nasar

    This week's guest is a comedian, television host, fitness coach, and has over 252 Million views on his popular #tiktok page. The one, the only @joshnasar ! He talks with us about his struggles with #anger and keeping #positivity in his life. @Annavisfun @yatescomedy @unpops Listen and subscribe!!

  39. Pam Mahler

    Hey #friends ! This is Pam Mahler and she does the deal. We cover making #amends and following #love to strange places! Join @Annavisfun and @yatescomedy this week for the Questions! On @unpops

  40. Kate Willett

    Absolute gem of a human Kate Willet joins Anna and Dave for 12 Questions! We talk about surrender, acceptance, and the clash between 12 step principles and daily life. Rate and review on itunes, and tell a friend! @12qpod @annavisfun @unpops @yatescomedy

  41. Melanie Vesey

    This week's guest is a talented actress, comedian, and social media consultant. You won’t find many as great as Melanie Vesey! She sits down for the questions and shares her incredible highs and lows with us. Tune in for an unforgettable episode. On @unpops and everywhere you podcast. @annavisfin...

  42. Caroline Cooley

    This week's guest is yoga teacher and music lover, Caroline Cooley! (@avocadoyogawellness) Caroline has a wonderful story about rebuilding relationships and chasing live music across the country. All while staying spiritual as fuck. Get this episode on @unpops and everywhere podcasts are found....

  43. Liam McEneaney 2

    Our guest this week is Liam McEneaney. Liam is celebrating his 25th year in stand up comedy. He owes that longevity to making the decision to get sober. We have a lot of fun this episode and he’s a fantastic story teller. Tune in on @unpops, @anchor, and everywhere you get podcasts. Leave review!...

  44. Patrick Holbert

    Patrick Holbert @TheHolberReport, is super funny, honest and keeps it real with Anna and Dave this week. He shares is struggle with debt, sex, and an amazing story of redemption in his marriage. @annavisfun @yatescomedy @unpops.

  45. John H

    This week we are joined by our recovery friend John H! He sits in with Anna and Dave to share his experience of staying clean and stories of meth binges in the adult film industry! Subscribe rate and review to keep up with all our phenomenal guests @annavisfun @yatescomedy @unpops @12qpod

  46. Dwayne Duke

    Dwayne lives life to the fullest because he nearly lost it...in Florida. Dwayne is a super funny, driven and kind. Find him at @lifesaparty on twitter and all his info here: https://linktr.ee/dwayneduke . Listen, rate, subscribe and for the love of god tell a friend about us! @annavisfun...

  47. John Conroy

    Our guest this week is nationally touring comedian John Conroy. John is a powerhouse on stage and an amazing guest. Tune in to hear John’s story in recovery and what it takes for him to stay right today. Available on @unpops and everywhere you listen to podcasts. @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12qpod...

  48. Alycia Adler

    This week's guest is the lovely Alycia Adler. She's working hard on dealing with divorce, anxiety and trauma all while going through a pandemic! She gets deep about her day to day struggles and even works in a poop joke. Please come to our live show this weekend 4/3 at 5:30 pm pst! Tickets:...

  49. Amelia Burns

    Our guest this week is a talented photographer and heck of a vaccine-line conversationalist. We sit down with @Burnstorm to talk life, death, and long term recovery. Check it out on @Unpops and everywhere you stream your favorite pods. @yatescomedy @annavisfun Donate to Camille:...

  50. Lindsay Adams 2

    What do you get when you take a dash of awesome baker, a sprinkle of hilarious comedian, and a heap of sobriety? This weeks guest Lindsay Adams! This phenomenal comic and baker sits in for the questions. Be sure to hit her up for delicious custom baked goods! Available everywhere you do the...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

12Q Podcast is an in depth look at 12 step recovery culture and an exploration of the world outside of the rooms from the 12 Step perspective. We believe that Recovery isn't just for Clean and Sober people. Each week Anna Valenzuela and Dave Yates ask interesting people 12 questions about their journey through life.

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