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Days Like These — True Stories

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  • Alphrisk finds his voice as a rapper. But will ice addiction silence his success?

Alphrisk finds his voice as a rapper. But will ice addiction silence his success?

Tuesday 19th September 2023

Join rapper Alphrisk as he shares his struggle with ice addiction and his inspiring journey to recovery. A story of resilience and hope.
21 minutes
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Days Like These — True Stories
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Sobriety Success Stories
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Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Comedic Journeys
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Alphrisk: A Rapper's Battle with Ice Addiction and the Road to Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Alphrisk's tumultuous upbringing shaped his code of conduct
  • Rising to stardom with Decepticons while battling an ice addiction
  • A moment of reckoning: confronting addiction and finding faith
  • Transition from music to counselling, carrying street-level experience
  • Alphrisk's unwavering commitment to being a living example of change
I want to be a living example of going through that and then being able to change. Living by the same code by just shifting it.
Imagine being on the brink of musical success, only to have your dreams threatened by a hidden struggle. That's the story of Taupe Daniel 'Alphrisk' Maoate, a member of the rap group Deceptikonz, who found himself grappling with an ice addiction just as his career was taking off.
In this gripping episode of 'Days Like These', Alphrisk opens up about his double life - the high-energy performances with his bandmates and the dark, solitary battles with addiction that none of them knew about. This isn't just a tale of addiction; it's a raw, honest look at how Alphrisk navigated the highs and lows of fame, and ultimately, found a path to redemption.
Through personal anecdotes and heartfelt reflections, listeners are taken on a journey that highlights the resilience of the human spirit. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for a story of triumph over adversity, Alphrisk's journey will resonate deeply. Tune in for an inspiring narrative that underscores the power of faith, community, and self-discovery.