Deron "Malibu" McBee
Deron "Malibu" McBee
Special Guest Kirk Porter the producer of the documentary “Once I Was a Champion” and President/Owner of Broadway Treatment Center, Huntington Beach
Special Guest Kirk Porter the producer of the documentary “Once I Was a Champion” and President/Owner of Broadway Treatment Center, Huntington Beach
Special Guest Kirk Porter the producer of the documentary “Once I Was a Champion” and President/Owner of Broadway Treatment Center, Huntington Beach
Wednesday 12th February 2020
Join Deron 'Malibu' McBee and Kirk Porter as they discuss addiction, recovery, faith, and the power of love in healing on 'The Issues of Life Podcast'.
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Deron "Malibu" McBee
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Kirk Porter's Journey: From Addiction to Redemption
Love is the answer always, and nothing is more beautiful than to run into someone and be able to help them.
Ever wondered how someone can transform their life after hitting rock bottom? In this episode of 'The Issues of Life Podcast', Deron 'Malibu' McBee chats with Kirk Porter, the producer of the documentary 'Once I Was a Champion' and President/Owner of Broadway Treatment Center. Kirk opens up about his tumultuous journey through addiction and the pivotal role that faith and spirituality played in his recovery.
He also delves into the effects of ideological abuse during his childhood and how he found healing through love and reconciliation. One particularly touching moment is when Kirk shares his experience of mending his relationship with his father after years of animosity, demonstrating the profound impact of forgiveness on his path to sobriety. The conversation doesn't shy away from discussing the ripple effects of addiction on families and the critical importance of community support in the recovery process.
Kirk emphasizes treating addiction as a disease, advocating for a compassionate and understanding approach. You'll also get an inside look at Kirk's documentary, which tells the story of mixed martial arts fighter Evan Tanner, who battled addiction and tragically lost his life. Kirk reflects on how making the film has influenced his own recovery and helped others facing similar struggles.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of redemption, filled with candid stories and valuable insights that offer hope to anyone grappling with addiction or supporting a loved one through recovery.