Rogue Media Network
Rogue Media Network
Former Texas, Red Sox MLB pitcher Calvin Schiraldi
Former Texas, Red Sox MLB pitcher Calvin Schiraldi
Former Texas, Red Sox MLB pitcher Calvin Schiraldi
Tuesday 5th September 2023
Former MLB pitcher Calvin Schiraldi shares his journey from professional sports highs to battling alcoholism and finding sobriety in 'The Payoff with Pete'.
Explicit
69 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Raw
Vulnerable
Resilient
About this podcast
Author:
Rogue Media Network
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
193 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Calvin Schiraldi: From Major League Pitcher to Sober Advocate
Episode Overview
- Calvin Schiraldi shares his journey from the highs of major league baseball to the depths of alcohol addiction and the path to recovery.
- He reflects on the pressures of professional sports, the impact of alcohol, and the competitive spirit fueled by family dynamics.
- With raw honesty, Schiraldi discusses the challenges of addiction, the impact on his family, and the journey to finding hope and sobriety.
- His story serves as a powerful reminder of resilience, the importance of seeking support, and the possibility of finding fulfillment and sobriety after addiction.
- Schiraldi's experiences shed light on navigating the darkest of times, persevering through adversity, and the strength of the human spirit.
I needed to have what these guys have. If I come back into this room and it's gone out, it's embarrassing. I just didn't want that feeling.
Ever wondered what it's like to reach the pinnacle of professional sports, only to be brought down by addiction? Former MLB pitcher Calvin Schiraldi knows that journey all too well. In this episode of 'The Payoff with Pete', Schiraldi opens up about his rollercoaster career with the Mets, Red Sox, Cubs, and Padres. He talks candidly about the highs of major league success and the crushing lows that led him to self-medicate with alcohol.
With unflinching honesty, Schiraldi reflects on how his addiction affected his career and personal life, leading him through some of his darkest times. But his story doesn't end there. Today, Schiraldi is thriving off the field, dedicating his life to helping others by sharing his experiences and spreading a message of hope and resilience.
If you've ever struggled with addiction or know someone who has, Schiraldi's journey offers a powerful reminder that recovery is possible and life can be fulfilling and free of alcohol.