Justin Harris & Bryce Givens
Justin Harris & Bryce Givens
#43 - Thriving in Recovery with Drew Wagner
#43 - Thriving in Recovery with Drew Wagner
#43 - Thriving in Recovery with Drew Wagner
Monday 4th September 2023
Join Drew Wagner on 'Thriving in Recovery' as he shares his heartfelt journey from addiction to sobriety, fatherhood, and a successful career.
45 minutes
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Justin Harris & Bryce Givens
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Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Drew's early struggles and addiction journey
- Need for validation and attention
- Recovery intersecting with fatherhood and career
- Impact of recovery on personal and professional life
- Reflections on self-validation and familial influence
I've told myself this story about how I think I am or what I need to live up to, you know, it's like, I think a lot of like, people have that, like with their parents and their dad or, or something like that, that they got to like live up to the story. And it's like, you just like, I don't know.
What happens when a devoted father, a talented broadcast engineer, and a recovering addict walk into a podcast? You get Drew Wagner's incredible story. In this episode of 'Thriving in Recovery', hosts Justin Harris and Bryce Givens chat with Drew, whose journey from addiction to recovery is as heartwarming as it is humorous. Drew's path began in the seemingly perfect world of white suburbia, where his first drink in eighth grade sparked a lifelong struggle with alcohol.
His need for validation, driven by a desire to stand out next to his accomplished older brother, led him down a dark path. But Drew didn't let his addiction define him. After a shocking incident where he punched a police officer, he sought help and found solace in recovery meetings. His journey back wasn't just about staying sober; it was about becoming a better father and finding new purpose in life.
Drew's commitment to sobriety has enriched his relationship with his daughter, creating moments of deep connection and understanding. His career also took a positive turn, moving from musical theatre to a successful stint as a broadcast engineer. Throughout the episode, Drew's infectious humor and resilient spirit shine through, offering listeners not just a story of recovery but one of genuine transformation and hope.