Todd Zalkins

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  • Todd Z #3 - Doug MacKinnon

Todd Z #3 - Doug MacKinnon

Monday 31st July 2017

Doug MacKinnon discusses his journey from punk rock to recovery and the importance of community and humility with Todd Zalkins on The Z-Man Podcast.
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The Z-Man podcast with Todd Zalkins
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Punk Beats and Boxing: Doug MacKinnon's Road to Recovery

I guess what I want to share to all you guys listening is that the message is that if you're contemplating this type of thing, Doug's message is: think it through.
What happens when the energy of punk rock meets the discipline of boxing? Todd Zalkins finds out in this episode of The Z-Man Podcast as he sits down with Doug MacKinnon, drummer and owner of Long Beach United Boxing Club. Their chat spans the wild days of the punk scene, the dark tunnels of addiction, and the bright lights of recovery. Doug's journey from the chaos of music to the structure of boxing is both gripping and inspiring.
He shares how the punk rock ethos shaped his life and how he found a new rhythm in sobriety. With candid stories and heartfelt advice, Todd and Doug emphasize the power of thinking things through, the strength found in community, and the role of humility in recovery. Whether you're a punk rock fan, battling addiction, or simply seeking some life wisdom, this episode offers a blend of laughter, insight, and hope.
Dive into their conversation and discover how music and boxing became lifelines for Doug.