Omar Pinto
Omar Pinto
SHAIR 185: Cleaner Daze with Tess Sweet
SHAIR 185: Cleaner Daze with Tess Sweet
SHAIR 185: Cleaner Daze with Tess Sweet
Tuesday 28th August 2018
Join Tess Sweet on The Recovery Revolution Podcast as she discusses turning her battle with addiction into the dark comedy series Cleaner Daze.
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Get the buttons here!Tess Sweet: Crafting Dark Comedy from Addiction's Shadows
Playing the tape through allows you to avoid really massive consequences, for example, job loss, running out of money, divorce, play the tape through.
Have you ever wondered how humor can emerge from the depths of addiction? Tess Sweet, an award-winning producer and director, has done just that with her dark comedy series, Cleaner Daze. In this episode of The Recovery Revolution Podcast, hosted by Omar Pinto, Tess opens up about her tumultuous journey through addiction and how it shaped her creative vision. Tess never had a clear path in life; she dabbled in various artistic pursuits but found herself increasingly ensnared by drugs.
Her life spiraled into a dangerous abyss until a terrifying moment compelled her to seek sobriety. Starting over was no easy feat, but Tess transitioned from halfway houses and community college to earning an MFA and realizing her dream in film. In her conversation with Omar, Tess discusses the importance of casting actors who have lived with addiction, adding authenticity to Cleaner Daze.
She highlights the power of storytelling and how dark comedy can shed light on the grim realities of addiction while making them more accessible. Tess also touches on her personal recovery journey, spirituality, and the unexpected places where she found love and support. One of the standout moments in the podcast is Tess's emphasis on 'playing the tape through'. She explains how envisioning the consequences of relapse can help avoid disastrous outcomes like job loss or broken relationships.
It's a powerful reminder for anyone grappling with addiction or in recovery. This episode is a compelling mix of humor, raw honesty, and invaluable insights into the creative process and the struggle for sobriety. If you're interested in how art can transform pain into purpose, Tess Sweet's story is one you won't want to miss.