# Joe & Charlie Big Book Alcoholics Anonymous

> Digital Alcoholics Anonymous literature, tools, and audio resources. (iPhone/iPad app by Tushar Bhagat.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joe-and-charlie-big-book-alcoholics-anonymous/id902251318 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tushar Bhagat](https://appshunter.io/developer/901932809)
- Category: Lifestyle, Health & Fitness
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 403 App Store ratings · 64 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 166 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-08-04
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joe-and-charlie-big-book-alcoholics-anonymous/id902251318/reviews.md

## What is Joe & Charlie Big Book Alcoholics Anonymous?

2015 Version - All New

Includes all AA literature

* 12 Steps
* 12 Traditions
* The Preamble
* Serenity Prayer
* Big Book First 164 Pages
* Sobriety Calculator
* 34 Tracks From Joe & Charlie With Transcripts

## Key features

- Complete AA literature
- 12 Steps and 12 Traditions
- Big Book first 164 pages
- Serenity Prayer
- Sobriety Calculator
- Joe & Charlie audio tracks
- Transcripts

## Chart rankings

- #155 in Top Paid · Lifestyle (US App Store)

## What do users think of Joe & Charlie Big Book Alcoholics Anonymous?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy-to-use interface and navigation
- 🎧 High-quality audio content with Joe and Charlie's engaging presentation
- 📚 Comprehensive Big Book study material with text and audio synchronized
- 😄 Humorous and relatable teaching style that makes learning enjoyable
- 🚀 Convenient access to recovery content anytime, anywhere
- 💡 Valuable insights and new perspectives on familiar material
- 📖 Includes multiple AA resources (preamble, how it works, transcripts, sobriety counter)
- 💰 Excellent value for the price
- 🎯 Helpful for both newcomers and experienced members
- 🔄 Useful for sponsees and Big Book study groups

**Cons**

- 🔊 Audio volume is too low in some sections
- 🐛 Inconsistent audio playback functionality
- ⚠️ Android version has more features than iOS version
- ❌ Lacks continuous playback for long drives
- 📍 No bookmark/save progress feature
- 📝 Some minor typos in transcripts
- ❓ Limited developer communication channels

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Audio playback doesn't work consistently
- App occasionally fails to play audio despite other apps functioning normally
- Missing episode information display for tracking progress

**Most requested features**

- Continuous/auto-play feature for sequential episodes
- Bookmark or save progress functionality to resume where you left off
- Audio volume amplification for older recordings
- Feature parity between iOS and Android versions
- Improved developer contact options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 64)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joe-and-charlie-big-book-alcoholics-anonymous/id902251318/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Timeless wisdom

*2026-07-15*

The human condition (selfishness, ego, maturation of our character defects, etc) has never changed across the span of time. These recordings address the biggest challenges of every one of us

### 5/5 — I need this!

*2025-10-17, version 2.0*

This is outstanding. This was well done and I highly recommend this App for any newcomer to the fellowship. I have been sober since 3/9/1982
And I love listening to this app. Give it a try, please. You won’t regret it.

### 5/5 — Joe and Charlie

*2024-05-12, version 2.0*

Life saving-a day at a time

### 5/5 — Question

*2024-03-04*

Hi there I couldn’t figure out how else to reach the developers so I’m doing it through a review… I love this app-  I’ve been using it for years… I am in a recovery Facebook group and I wonder if I would be able to post the transcripts on an ongoing basis, giving full credit to the app of course every time I post. I don’t want to step on anybody’s toes though! Thanks!

### 4/5 — Very Informative

*2023-07-11*

Very informative history of AA and breakdown of the Big Book. Sound quality forces you to turn up the volume full blast but I imagine one reason that is that the available media to record on was cassette tapes. I can remember how much I paid for it honestly. Also contains Preamble, How It Works, Just for Today, and Sobriety Counter in Days. Thanks for making this available.

### 5/5 — Great app 100 stars

*2022-02-26, version 2.0*

AA is a Fellowship of people

### 5/5 — Yup

*2020-08-24*

They may not be the “ gurus” of AA but they sure help me dissect and absorb more of the information provided in the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous. I believe it’s a must have especially in the days were people don’t read anymore.

### 5/5 — Joe and Charlie

*2020-08-07*

I have been sober for 26 years and I needed to rejuvenate my program! I remembered years ago listening to the Joe and Charlie tapes and being inspired so I decided to see if they had an app and here it is! I downloaded it on my iPad and can listen to it anywhere! I also use it with my sponsees, we take out our Big Books and follow along as Joe & Charlie take us through the steps. I love it

### 5/5 — Wow.  Money well spent.

*2020-06-22, version 2.0*

Thought it was just the speaker tapes.  So much more.

### 5/5 — Engaging & Inspiring

*2020-05-01*

These fellows talk us through the Big Book of AA in a thought provoking way that is entirely relatable. It feels like you’re sitting down with a couple of your uncles who are wise but so down to earth. They keep it serious but light with enough humor in it, that you find yourself smiling throughout the series. Love it.

## Frequently asked questions about Joe & Charlie Big Book Alcoholics Anonymous

### What content is included in this app?

The app contains the 2015 version of AA literature, including the 12 Steps, 12 Traditions, The Preamble, the Serenity Prayer, and the first 164 pages of the Big Book. It also includes a sobriety calculator and 34 audio tracks from Joe & Charlie with transcripts.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, this application is completely free to use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What is the sobriety calculator feature?

The sobriety calculator allows users to track their progress in maintaining sobriety. It is a tool designed to help individuals monitor their recovery journey.

### Who are Joe & Charlie?

Joe & Charlie are known figures within the Alcoholics Anonymous community. The app provides 34 audio tracks featuring their talks, accompanied by transcripts for easier comprehension.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0 — 2015-01-10

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

* Fully revamped with new features
* Fixed - audio stops when phone sleeps

### 1.1 — 2014-08-27

Fixed critical screen size issues with iPhone 4" screen.

### 1.0 — 2014-08-01

No release notes.

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