# 12 Steps Speakers — The ORIGINAL speaker tapes app

> Audio recordings of speakers from 12-step recovery programs. (iPhone/iPad app by Dean Huff.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/12-steps-speakers/id468149167 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Dean Huff](https://appshunter.io/developer/295775659)
- Category: Lifestyle, Music
- Price: $2.99 (on sale, was $3.99)
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 60 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-01-04
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/12-steps-speakers/id468149167/reviews.md

## What is 12 Steps Speakers?

Listen to recovery speakers from AA, NA, CA, OA or Al-Anon!
When you want. Where you want. How you want.

12 STEPS SPEAKERS is the most innovative and convenient recovery speaker app available, providing you with on-the-go access to speakers from multiple 12 step programs!

Using advanced network technology, this amazing app allows you to listen to speakers from around the world right on your device over wifi or cell network wherever you are! Stream to listen immediately or download to listen offline later.

NOW WITH PERSONAL ORGANIZATION TOOLS!
Keep your recovery journey private with local-only ratings and topics. Rate talks personally, organize with custom topics, and all your data stays on your device—never shared or synced to servers.

KEY FEATURES

MODERN PLAYER
• Beautiful redesigned Now Playing screen with intuitive controls
• Large, easy-to-use playback controls perfect for listening on the go
• Real-time progress tracking with smooth seeking
• Personal rating system (5 stars) to track your favorite talks
• Custom topics to organize and find talks later

PERSONAL ORGANIZATION
• Add custom topics to any talk for easy discovery
• Rate talks personally—your ratings stay private on your device
• Topics displayed as beautiful blue badges
• Simple list-based topic manager
• All your data stays local and private

DISCOVER SPEAKERS
• Search by Name, Area, Rating, Events or Topics
• Browse unlimited access to extensive speaker collection
• Sort by Rating, Name or Area
• Modern Spotify-style track listings
• Filter by 12 steps program:
  - Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
  - Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
  - Cocaine Anonymous (CA)
  - Overeaters Anonymous (OA)
  - Al-Anon

OFFLINE LISTENING
• Download talks to listen without internet
• All downloads preserved across app updates
• Dedicated Downloads page for quick access
• Perfect for traveling or areas with poor connection
• Downloads work seamlessly with offline playback

FAVORITES
• Bookmark your favorite speakers
• Quick access to talks that inspire you
• Syncs with downloaded tracks

ADVANCED FEATURES
• Multi-Tasking: Speakers continue playing in other apps
• Bluetooth Support: Works with car audio and headphones
• AirPlay: Stream to AirPlay-enabled devices
• Shake to Shuffle: Discover new speakers randomly (can be toggled in Settings)
• Anonymous App Icon: Protects your anonymity

LEGENDARY SPEAKERS

Access our entire collection including:
• Bill W.
• Ebby T.
• Earl H.
• Father Ralph P.
• Joe and Charlie
• Ed M.
• Chuck C.
• Clancy I.
• Chris R.
• Sue D.

**PLUS UNLIMITED ACCESS TO OUR ENTIRE COLLECTION OF SPEAKERS AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!**

## Key features

- Stream or download speaker recordings
- Personal rating and topic organization
- Offline listening capabilities
- Search and filter by program and speaker
- Modern audio player with intuitive controls
- Anonymous app icon option

## Recent user reviews (10 of 60)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/12-steps-speakers/id468149167/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Awesome update!

*2026-02-13*

The updated design is gorgeous! I'm listening to Joe and Charlie tapes and didn't have to pay extra for it! Ha! So many speakers it's crazy! Everything I need for mobile recovery when I can't make a meeting. THANK YOU

### 5/5 — Speaker tapes

*2019-11-16, version 2.6.1*

I’ve had this app from the get go, years, can’t remember maybe ten or more. This outclasses all AA apps on the iTunes Store....and I have most of them. Thanks guys, you’re the best of the best. By the way not just AA, there’s Al-Anon, CA, and more included.

### 5/5 — Excellent 12 step speaker app

*2019-06-02*

Thank you so much for your service this app and listening to these speakers from America helped me get well in Scotland

**Developer response:** Thank you for your support!

### 1/5 — Ok at best

*2019-05-21*

It was an ok app at first. It makes it easier than just getting the same exact speakers online for free. But then it stopped working. No customer support

**Developer response:** A new update is now available to fix this issue. We are available for support anytime via email...
support@deanhuff.com

### 1/5 — Stopped working

*2019-05-16*

I listen to a share every night but it stopped working, I never downloaded my shares, I streamed them but it’s not working now

**Developer response:** A new update is now available to fix this issue. We are available for support anytime via email...
support@deanhuff.com

### 4/5 — Great selection of speakers

*2018-05-12*

The biggest selection of speakers that I’ve found in an an app so far. Perfect listen for my long commutes. There are a few glitches which some have mentioned in reviews. Using iPhone 6 and kept getting internet connection error until I turned on the cellular data for the app. 
The rating and bookmark features are nice to help me remember which speakers I’ve listened to. Thanks developers.

### 5/5 — *GREAT APP!*  Please Update!!

*2017-04-12*

I love this app and have used it every single day for at least the past year.  It is great for travel as well and the download option is perfect for flights and areas without wifi.  The option to sort by 12 step program is wonderful and the speakers are the best in the programs.  
My concern is that the app has not been updated recently and new versions of iOS may not support it.  Developers, please help this app to continue to be of service!

**Developer response:** We have just uploaded a new update for the newest iOS and iPhone X. Enjoy 😀

### 5/5 — Self

*2017-01-15, version 2.3.4*

Use this app and refer it to others. Please Please up date it so it works.....

### 4/5 — I love this app, but it needs updating.

*2016-12-18*

I have used this nearly daily for a year and really appreciate the access to great talks; however, the content needs to be updated as I am out of Alanon tracts (latest one c. 2006) and the tech needs to be updated as the player keeps freezing, and Apple says "this app needs to be updated or may slow down your iPhone".  

I really hope the developer is still interested because I will continue to use and promote among my recovery friends after a little tweaking!  Many thanks.

**Developer response:** We have just uploaded a new update for the newest iOS and iPhone X. Enjoy 😀

### 5/5 — Great app - comes in handy often

*2016-04-05, version 2.3.4*

Such a gift to have so many great stories right at my finger tips

## Frequently asked questions about 12 Steps Speakers

### What is this app?

This app provides on-demand access to a large collection of speaker recordings from various 12-step recovery programs, including AA, NA, CA, OA, and Al-Anon. You can stream talks over Wi-Fi or cellular data, or download them for offline listening.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include a modern audio player with intuitive controls, a personal rating system for talks, custom topics for organization, offline listening via downloads, and the ability to search and filter speakers by program, name, or rating. It also offers an anonymous app icon for privacy.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to use. It offers unlimited access to its entire collection of speaker recordings at no extra charge, with no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What 12-step programs are supported?

The app supports multiple 12-step programs, including Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Overeaters Anonymous (OA), and Al-Anon. You can filter content specifically for each of these programs.

### How does the personal organization feature work?

The personal organization tools allow you to rate talks using a 5-star system and assign custom topics to them. All this data is stored locally on your device, ensuring your recovery journey remains private and is never shared or synced to external servers.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.1 — 2026-06-02

• Migrated to a faster, more reliable server
• Numerous crash fixes and performance improvements

### 3.0.0 — 2026-02-09

Major Update: Personal Organization & Privacy

NEW: On-Device Only Topics
Organize your recovery journey your way! Add personal topics to any talk and find them easily later. Topics like "step 4," "gratitude," "resentments," or "powerful" help you categorize talks that resonate with you. All topics stay on your device—completely private.

NEW: Private Ratings
Your ratings are now personal and private. Rate talks to remember which ones inspired you most. Your ratings stay on your device and are never shared or synced to servers.

NEW: Modern Topic Manager
• Beautiful list-based interface for managing topics
• Add topics one at a time with inline text field
• Swipe to delete topics you no longer need
• Topics display as elegant blue pills on Now Playing screen
• Simple, intuitive, and fast

REDESIGNED: Now Playing Screen
• Completely reorganized layout for better visual balance
• Easier-to-read speaker information
• Improved playback controls
• Compact rating section
• Icons aligned properly with text
• Modern, clean aesthetic throughout

IMPROVED: Offline Downloads
• All your downloaded talks are preserved during app updates
• Better visual feedback during downloads
• Download progress bar on Now Playing screen
• Reliable offline playback with file verification

ENHANCED: Track Listings
• Modernized style & design
• Blue outline highlights currently playing track
• Cleaner, more organized information display
• Better button placement and spacing

TECHNICAL IMPROVEMENTS
• Core Data optimizations for better performance
• Automatic data migration preserves your downloads and favorites
• Enhanced offline playback reliability
• Improved memory management
• Better error handling

PRIVACY FOCUSED
This update emphasizes your privacy. All ratings and topics are stored locally on your device. We believe your recovery journey should be personal and private.

### 2.6.1 — 2019-05-27

Updated server IP settings

### 2.6.0 — 2018-04-05

iPhoneX support added

### 2.5.0 — 2017-08-01

bug fix

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## More apps by Dean Huff

- [12 Steps Companion AA Big Book](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/12-steps-companion-aa-big-book/id295775656)
- [AA Big Book App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aa-big-book-app/id1067750892)
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- [Kubo Journal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kubo-journal/id6793303324)

All apps by Dean Huff: https://appshunter.io/developer/295775659

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