Dan Karaty
Dan Karaty
Johnny Reilly: Artist - Brave Human Being
Johnny Reilly: Artist - Brave Human Being
Johnny Reilly: Artist - Brave Human Being
Tuesday 23rd May 2023
Listen as Johnny Reilly discusses overcoming a turbulent childhood, addiction, and finding peace through art in this heartfelt episode.
80 minutes
Raw
Inspiring
Resilient
Hopeful
Transformative
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Episode Overview
- Johnny's harrowing childhood marked by abuse and violence
- The misplaced bravery and struggles of dealing with fear
- The transformative power of love and artistic pursuits
- Overcoming addiction and finding peace
- Embracing gratitude and the resilience to move forward
It's like being afraid but being able to control the fear in order to move forward. It doesn't mean that you're fearless; it means that you deal with the fear.
Johnny Reilly's life reads like a gripping novel filled with twists, turns, and ultimate redemption. In this episode, Dan Karaty sits down with Johnny, an artist who has faced more than his fair share of battles. Growing up in a working-class family, Johnny's childhood was anything but easy. Abuse and violence were constants, shaping a young boy filled with rage and a tendency towards aggression. His early life was a survival game, and he played it fiercely.
But the story doesn't end there. Despite the turmoil, Johnny found a sanctuary in the UK dance battle scene, making a name for himself while battling inner demons. Alcohol and crack became his coping mechanisms, further complicating his journey. Yet, Johnny's resilience is nothing short of inspiring. Along the way, he fathered 16 children and channeled his pain into artistic expression, finding peace in the process.
His art became a beacon of hope and a means to share his story with the world. In this candid conversation, Johnny opens up about his past, the misplaced bravery that often led him astray, and the transformative power of love and gratitude. He reveals how art and resilience helped him navigate through the darkest times to emerge into the light.
This episode is a testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity and find beauty in life's most challenging moments.