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99% Invisible · October 2, 2026 · 52m 57s

100 Objects #20: AA Sobriety Chip

Jamie Loftus
Show Notes

Comedian and podcaster Jamie Loftus explores the history of the AA sobriety chip, the small plastic token that marks milestones in alcohol recovery. She traces its origins through Prohibition and the women's suffrage movement, revealing how the chip embodies America's evolving views on gender, religion, and morality. The episode uncovers the hidden cultural significance of a common object many carry in their pockets.

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The AA sobriety chip's hidden roots in Prohibition and women's suffrage
The ubiquitous recovery milestone token traces back to early 20th-century movements that shaped American attitudes toward alcohol, gender, and sin.
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How the sobriety chip encapsulates AA's religious and moral framework
The chip serves as a physical embodiment of the spiritual yet non-denominational approach that makes Alcoholics Anonymous distinctive.
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