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12 Questions

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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12 QuestionsSep 27, 2021

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Jen B.

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

Feb 21, 202201:20:55
Brian Simpson AGAIN

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. 

Feb 14, 202201:53:59
Kathy C

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. 

Feb 08, 202239:45
McKenna

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! 

Jan 31, 202201:08:25
Jon Graber

Jon Graber

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

Jan 24, 202202:15:30
Mat Alano-Martin
Jan 17, 202202:50:59
Charles Belt
Jan 10, 202201:06:30
2022 Recovery Resolutions

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 

Jan 03, 202259:22
Jen H.

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  

Dec 27, 202101:06:36
Joe M.

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

Dec 20, 202101:15:35
Kelly Hogaboom

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 @unpops. 

Dec 13, 202101:09:16
Tips For Getting Through The Holidays

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

Dec 06, 202151:03
Stephanie VanZytveld

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

Nov 29, 202101:25:43
Kym Kral

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

Nov 22, 202101:18:19
Larry Clarke

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 

Nov 15, 202101:23:00
Feilding Edlow

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


Nov 08, 202101:43:55
Listener Questions

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 

Nov 01, 202101:05:13
Rosalee Mayuex

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 

Oct 25, 202101:07:41
Mc Lil J

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: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rap-on-tap/id1571391832?i=1000538411234

Oct 18, 202101:18:44
Rebecca Rush

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 

Oct 11, 202101:26:05
Pej

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 @yatescomedy @12qpod

Oct 04, 202101:06:29
Nicole Aimee Schreiber

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

Sep 27, 202101:14:08
Sammie James
Sep 20, 202101:11:16
Jessica Sele

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

Sep 13, 202101:24:22
Drew Steen

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

Sep 06, 202101:09:39
Kane Holloway

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 Questions! @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12qpod https://www.kaneholloway.com/about

Aug 30, 202101:11:36
Angel Garcia

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 podcasts! @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12qpod


Aug 23, 202101:37:28
Martina Deeb

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
Aug 16, 202101:37:29
Jimmy Pardo

Jimmy Pardo

@annavisfun @yatescomedy @jimmypardo @12qpod

Aug 09, 202101:17:51
Julie Weidmann
Aug 02, 202101:00:41
Greg Behrendt

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 Questions! Subscribe Rate Review. 

Jul 26, 202101:03:40
Lily Enchin

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 @12qpod @thelilenchinthatcould

Sponsored by Mancape.com

Offer Code 12QPOD

Jul 19, 202158:48
Rob Pugliese
Jul 12, 202101:08:41
Angela Lovell

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: https://www.manscaped.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw24qHBhCnARIsAPbdtlKW2enT-lXhGQaoGVRq2SJ-Z_Ku6Ww1xSl6HDRH66iEYiKTJK2qtB4aAkgKEALw_wcB


@annavisfun, @yatesocomedy, @12qpod, @loveable (https://linktr.ee/AngelaLovell) 


Jul 09, 202101:29:26
Roz Drezfalez

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

Jun 28, 202101:38:15
Mark James Heath

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

Jun 21, 202101:04:48
Re-Entry Stress
Jun 14, 202158:01
Josh Nasar

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!!

Jun 07, 202101:10:05
Pam Mahler

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

May 31, 202101:36:29
Kate Willett

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

May 24, 202101:04:50
Melanie Vesey

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 @MelanieVesey @yatescomedy @12Qpod

May 17, 202101:33:50
Caroline Cooley

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. Subscribe. Rate. Review for your weekly dose of recovery talk. @yatescomedy @annavisfun @12QPodcast

May 10, 202101:31:02
Liam McEneaney 2

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! Tell a friend! @HeyItsLiam @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12qpod #recovery #sober

May 03, 202101:49:13
Patrick Holbert

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. 

Apr 26, 202101:30:58
John H

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

Apr 19, 202101:40:29
Dwayne Duke

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 @yatescomedy @12qpodcast @unpops

Apr 12, 202156:03
John Conroy

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 @ConroyFTW

Apr 05, 202101:00:57
Alycia Adler

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: https://tinyurl.com/fdwh77bb @annavisfun @yatescomedy @12pod @unpops

Mar 29, 202101:25:29
Amelia Burns
Mar 22, 202101:15:45
Lindsay Adams 2

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 podcasts. @yatescomedy @annavisfun @Lindsaysface @unpops

Mar 15, 202101:35:39