Ron Isherwood
Ron Isherwood
Ep65. Dan Brown, adrenaline missile on waves and wild espresso mix wholesaler on land
Ep65. Dan Brown, adrenaline missile on waves and wild espresso mix wholesaler on land
Ep65. Dan Brown, adrenaline missile on waves and wild espresso mix wholesaler on land
Friday 7th July 2023
Dan Brown's journey from addiction to sobriety and opening Lords Coffee is an inspiring tale of resilience and hope.
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Episode Overview
- Dan Brown shares his courageous journey from addiction to sobriety, offering hope and inspiration to others on a similar path.
- His deep connection to the ocean and a dream of becoming a pro surfer provided solace and purpose during his recovery.
- From battling addiction to establishing a successful coffee shop, Dan's entrepreneurial journey embodies the transformative power of sobriety.
- His unwavering commitment to sobriety and helping others reflects the profound impact of embracing a life free from addiction.
- Dan's story serves as a testament to the resilience and strength found within the recovery community.
I feel like I've died and been reborn. I believe I've lived two lives. You know, I believe I've died. I was reborn when I came into AA. If I can do it, so can they.
Meet Dan Brown, affectionately known as the Mullet Lord, whose story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of recovery. In this episode of 'The Truth About Addiction', Dan opens up about his lifelong battle with alcoholism and his inspiring journey to sobriety. Growing up by the beach, Dan's love for the ocean was unshakeable. He dreamt of becoming a pro surfer, but his encounter with alcohol at 16 derailed those aspirations.
By 18, his addiction had escalated, leading to a series of near-death experiences and a rapid decline in his life from 19 to 24. Dan takes listeners through the harrowing days of his addiction, including stints in rehab and mental health breakdowns. But his story doesn't end there. Introduced to Alcoholics Anonymous, Dan found a lifeline. He faced numerous setbacks during his early recovery but remained steadfast in his commitment to sobriety.
Now, nine years sober, Dan has turned his life around in remarkable ways. Alongside his wife Nicola, Dan runs Lords Coffee in Newcastle, where they've been serving smiles and great coffee for over five years. His journey from battling addiction to becoming a successful coffee shop owner is nothing short of inspiring. Dan's candid recounting of his struggles and triumphs offers hope and encouragement to anyone facing similar battles.
This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter how deep the waters of addiction may seem, there's always a way to the shore.