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AJ McLean | From Early Stardom with the Backstreet Boys to Alcohol & Drug Addiction to Recovery, Mental Health Advocate & Pretty Messed Up Podcast Host
AJ McLean | From Early Stardom with the Backstreet Boys to Alcohol & Drug Addiction to Recovery, Mental Health Advocate & Pretty Messed Up Podcast Host
AJ McLean | From Early Stardom with the Backstreet Boys to Alcohol & Drug Addiction to Recovery, Mental Health Advocate & Pretty Messed Up Podcast Host
Monday 26th July 2021
AJ McLean discusses his journey from Backstreet Boys fame to battling addiction and finding recovery on 'Knockin' Doorz Down'.
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96 minutes
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Get the buttons here!AJ McLean: Backstreet Boys Star's Battle with Addiction and Path to Recovery
Shows like this, shows like our show, are educating people, and that's what I love is that now it's not the elephant in the room anymore, because it can't be.
Imagine skyrocketing to fame as a teenager and then grappling with addiction in your twenties. That's AJ McLean's story. Raised by his grandparents and mother, AJ found stardom at 15 with the Backstreet Boys. By 17, he had moved out, but it wasn't until 25 that his struggles with alcohol began. Things took a darker turn when he tried cocaine during a music video shoot, leading to a daily habit that nearly cost him his life.
In this episode of 'Knockin' Doorz Down', host Jason LaChance sits down with AJ for a raw conversation about his journey through addiction and recovery. AJ recounts his overdose scare, reminiscent of a scene from 'Pulp Fiction', and how even that wasn't enough to make him stop. It's a story filled with highs and lows, but ultimately one of resilience and hope.
Now a mental health advocate and host of the 'Pretty Messed Up' podcast, AJ uses his platform to break down the stigma surrounding addiction. His candidness about his struggles and triumphs offers valuable insights into the realities of addiction and the power of recovery. Whether you're a fan of the Backstreet Boys or someone seeking inspiration on your own recovery journey, AJ's story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit.
Tune in for an episode that not only sheds light on the dark corners of addiction but also highlights the transformative power of recovery.