Our Primary Purpose (GSO Podcast)
https://www.aa.org/gso-podcast
This page is the official hub for Our Primary Purpose, the podcast of the General Service Office (GSO) of Alcoholics Anonymous for the U.S. and Canada.
The podcast serves as a bridge between the GSO and the Fellowship, exploring how the office supports A.A.’s mission to help those seeking recovery.
Key Highlights
- Season 2 Focus: The current season focuses on how A.A. is evolving to reach “anyone, anywhere,” utilizing new tools and expanding resources to ensure more people see themselves in recovery.
- Content & Format: Episodes feature interviews with GSO staff, insights from A.A. history, and voices from current members.
- Availability: You can listen directly on the page or find it on popular podcast platforms (available in English).
Recent & Notable Episodes
| Episode | Topic |
| A.A. Reaching Anyone, Anywhere | Adapting to new tools across generations. |
| A.A. is for Everyone | Expanding resources for diverse communities. |
| International Convention 2025 | Celebrating 90 years of A.A. in Vancouver. |
| Unlocking the Vault | A virtual tour of the GSO Archives and A.A. history. |
March 2026, Financial Activity
Agenda + Slides for April 1, 2026, D4/MSCA09 Business Meeting
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Click/Tap the Prentation Mode Button/Menu Item
On a larger display, such as a desktop, the toolbar displays some buttons, and the first is “Presentation Mode”. When you hover your mouse over it, a tooltip displays, “Switch to Presentation Mode”. Click the button for a full screen display.
On a smaller display, such as a mobile phone, the buttons will not display. However, tap the [>>] to open the menu, then tap “Presentation Mode” – the first option.
A.A. Service Manual/Twelve Concepts for World Services
Click the link below to view the service manual on the A.A. website
A.A. Service Manual/Twelve Concepts for World ServicesView the Service Manual (2024-2026) as a Full Screen Document
Click/Tap the Presentation Mode Button/Menu Item
On a larger display, such as a desktop, the toolbar displays some buttons, and the first is “Presentation Mode”. When you hover your mouse over it, a tooltip displays, “Switch to Presentation Mode”. Click the button for a full screen display.
On a smaller display, such as a mobile phone, the buttons will not display. However, tap the [>>] to open the menu, then tap “Presentation Mode” – the first option.
Box 459 (Winter 2026)
Box 459 is a quarterly news bulletin from the U.S./Canada General Service Office of Alcoholics Anonymous. It serves as a vital communication link, providing updates on A.A. services, literature, events, and sharing from members. Historically, it is known as the address for the A.A. General Service Headquarters in New York City. ~ Alcoholics Anonymous
Read on AA.orgView this PDF as a Full Screen Document
Click/Tap the Prentation Mode Button/Menu Item
On a larger display, such as a desktop, the toolbar displays some buttons, and the first is “Presentation Mode”. When you hover your mouse over it, a tooltip displays, “Switch to Presentation Mode”. Click the button for a full screen display.
On smaller displays, such as an iPhone, the toolbar is tucked into a menu [>>], so open it and find “Presentation Mode” as the first item.
