Jay Casale
Jay Casale
Answer the Bell with Danny Rodriguez
Answer the Bell with Danny Rodriguez
Answer the Bell with Danny Rodriguez
Wednesday 22nd July 2020
Listen to Danny Rodriguez's inspiring story of overcoming addiction and finding success as a coach and father on 'The Lighter Side with Jay'.
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80 minutes
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Author:
Jay Casale
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Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Comedic Journeys
Relationships & Community
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Get the buttons here!Danny Rodriguez: Overcoming Addiction and Embracing a New Life
So yeah, man, just staying active with the kids. You know, we're all kind of trying to figure out what to do with our kids and and you know, like, like you're saying, like wrestling, we're talking about my daughter, like gymnastics is opening back up, maybe, but like, we don't know, like, if we should, and you know it's all.
Danny Rodriguez's story is one of resilience and transformation. In this episode of 'The Lighter Side with Jay', Danny opens up about his journey from substance use disorder to becoming a dedicated coach and loving father. Growing up, Danny and Jay shared the same high school halls but lived very different lives. Danny was the sports guy, excelling in wrestling and football, while Jay was immersed in theater.
After high school, Danny pursued a career in law enforcement but faced multiple injuries that led to a prescription for Oxycontin. This was the start of a painful spiral into addiction. However, Danny's story doesn't end there. He fought his way out of addiction and has been clean and sober for eight years. Now, he channels his energy into coaching wrestling and football, having lost over 100 pounds in the process.
His two young sons, who share his passion for fitness, are a testament to his commitment to a healthier life. Jay and Danny's conversation touches on the crucial role of mental health in addiction recovery, the value of mentorship, and the hurdles of parenting while staying sober. Danny's straightforward approach to life, focusing on family and staying active, offers inspiration for anyone facing similar struggles.
Tune in to hear Danny's incredible journey and the powerful lessons he's learned along the way.