Bob Forrest
Bob Forrest
Episode Two Hundred Thirty One
Episode Two Hundred Thirty One
Episode Two Hundred Thirty One
Sunday 5th February 2023
Musician Chris Wagner discusses his journey from addiction to recovery with Bob Forrest on 'Don't Die Podcast', exploring music's role in his sobriety.
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73 minutes
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Bob Forrest
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Chris Wagner's Road to Recovery: A Musician's Tale on Bob Forrest's Don't Die Podcast
When you found something that really worked, that was physical, to learn the base, you took it like the hand, the glove, and you were a good bass player by the time you were.
What happens when you mix punk rock, addiction, and a relentless journey to sobriety? You get Chris Wagner's incredible story, shared in Episode 231 of Bob Forrest's 'Don't Die Podcast'. In this episode, Bob, along with co-hosts Chuk and Mike, sit down with Chris Wagner, a musician and producer who has navigated the turbulent waters of addiction and come out the other side.
Known to many as Wag, Chris opens up about his early days of sobriety spent in lockdown facilities and how those experiences shaped his journey. He also delves into his time with Thelonious Monster and the significant role music played in his recovery. The conversation doesn't shy away from the gritty realities of addiction. Bob and his guests highlight the shortcomings of the recovery industry and stress the importance of better education and prevention efforts.
They discuss the power of physical activity and the crucial role of support networks and service in maintaining sobriety. Chris Wagner's candid reflections, paired with Bob Forrest's no-nonsense commentary, make this episode a compelling listen for anyone touched by addiction. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in the intersection of music and sobriety, this episode offers a raw and honest look at what it takes to reclaim your life from addiction.