Nick Morton: comedian, filmmaker, addict in recovery
Nick Morton, film producer, writer, alcoholic in recovery
Episode 41: Renee Santos
Episode 41: Renee Santos
Episode 41: Renee Santos
Tuesday 14th April 2020
Renee Santos talks about her path from foster care to comedy and recovery, emphasizing community and resilience on 'The Drunkalogues'.
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Get the buttons here!Renee Santos: From Foster Care to Comedy and Recovery
I never really went back to that life, even though I lost my clean time. And um, weirdly enough, I was in a meeting The Other Day with somebody who was from Ireland that was in a New York City, zoom meeting, my old home group, which is sort of the blessing of all of this is I'm able to go to my home group in New York, even though now I'm here in la and like that never would have happened.
Ever wondered how someone can turn a tumultuous past into a thriving career in comedy? Meet Renee Santos, a stand-up comedian with a story that's as gripping as it is inspiring. In this episode of 'The Drunkalogues', host Nick Morton sits down with Renee to explore her journey from the foster care system in Massachusetts to a full scholarship at college, and eventually, to the bright lights of Los Angeles where she pursued acting.
But life wasn't always smooth sailing for Renee. Despite her achievements, she hit what she calls a 'spiritual bottom'. It was this low point that steered her towards recovery in the most unexpected way. Renee opens up about the challenges she faced, from defining what alcoholism meant for her to dealing with moments of relapse. She also highlights the critical role of community and connection in her recovery journey.
Through stand-up comedy, Renee found not just a career but a supportive community that helped her heal and grow. Her story is filled with authenticity, hope, and a dash of humor that makes it relatable and engaging. Tune in to hear Renee's candid conversation with Nick Morton and discover how she turned her life around, one laugh at a time.