In this deeply honest and emotional episode, Luke sits down with Tyson for a raw conversation about addiction, masculinity, trauma, and the road to recovery. Tyson opens up about his struggles with shame, substance abuse, and self-loathing—and how hitting rock bottom forced him to take full accountability and choose a new path.

They unpack what it means to be a man in a world that doesn’t encourage vulnerability, how childhood wounds shape our adult decisions, and the power of honest self-reflection in healing. Tyson doesn’t hold back. This is a conversation about doing the real hard stuff—letting go of blame, sitting in discomfort, and rebuilding from the inside out.

Key Takeways:

• Tyson’s journey through addiction and the pivotal moment that changed everything
• The role of masculinity, ego, and emotional suppression in his story
• Why it’s so hard—but so necessary—to take responsibility
• Tools and practices Tyson uses to stay grounded in recovery
• A powerful message for anyone feeling lost or broken

About the guest:

Tyson Pratt is a business leader, father, and man in recovery who’s on a mission to live—and lead—with integrity. After facing the harsh realities of addiction, shame, and emotional suppression, Tyson made the life-altering decision to get sober and start doing the real inner work. He brings raw honesty and depth to conversations about masculinity, trauma, and healing.

With a background in leadership and professional development, Tyson has a deep understanding of what it means to show up fully in your personal and professional life. He doesn’t pretend to have it all figured out—but he’s committed to staying in the work, being accountable, and helping others feel less alone in their struggles.

In this conversation, Tyson opens up about his own turning points, the role of ego and self-worth in addiction, and what it really takes to rebuild from the ground up. His story is one of courage, responsibility, and radical honesty—and it's one you won’t forget.

ABOUT CURIOUS AF PODCAST

Curious AF is the evolution of what started as The Hard Stuff Podcast. Initially focused on guests who’d done hard things—ultra marathons, building businesses, overcoming personal challenges—it’s now becoming a broader platform to explore anything and everything I’m genuinely curious about.
The new direction is more personal and wide-ranging. I want it to feel like a space where I can follow my curiosity and have real conversations with people who inspire, challenge, or fascinate me.

For further information, contact:
Podcast Host - Luke Biermann
General Inquiries: [email protected]
Instagram: @curiousaf.podcast