The Payoff - Stories of Sobriety

Darren Prince, International Best Selling author of his memoir Aiming High, is a prominent sports and celebrity agent and global advocate for addiction/mental health recovery.

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Pete talks to Greg Greer, alcoholic turned drug and alcohol counselor.

Links: https://www.voicesofrecovery.org/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/gregory-greer-monroe-la/371852

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Pete talks to Mike Hamilton, founder of Rogue Media, of his sobriety journey and what has come from it.

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Pete shares his journey of recovery with students at Robinson High School

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Pete starred in Beyond the Podcast to talk about his journey of sobriety.

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Pete talks to Marin Nelson about her business, Sobrynth, and her sobriety journey.

https://sobrynth.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marinenelson/

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Damon West was a big time college football player, who fell deep into addiction and ran one of the biggest burglary rings in Texas.

Now he's sober almost a decade sober, a New York Times best selling author and one of the most in demand speakers in the country.

Damon's website: https://damonwest.org/

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Marucs "Buff' Bagwell is a 6 time WCW Tag Team Champion and original member of the NWO.  For 10 years, he excelled as one of the most popular professional wrestlers in the world, appearing regularly on NITRO and other live television events.  Most importantly he's nearly two years sober, after finally hitting bottom following a long battle with drugs and alcohol, which included a nearly fatal wreck in late 2020.  Now, Marucs uses the charisma and charm that propelled him to wrestling stardom to help carry the message of sobriety.  

https://open.spotify.com/show/4mSmqCRJZfYECHTF3KCcGs (https://open.spotify.com/show/4mSmqCRJZfYECHTF3KCcGs)

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Pete talks to Gordon Harriman about his new podcast "Facing the Mirror" and his journey to sobriety.

Facing The Mirror Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FlTALEgVsqBnlVg3s5iTq?si=b7ab6eff2dfc42e8

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In this compelling episode of The Begin Again Podcast, host Gary Menkes sits down with ESPN sports broadcaster and host of the “Payoff with Pete” podcast, Pete Sousa. Pete opens up about his personal journey through addiction, sharing the highs and lows of his battle with alcoholism. He recounts the pivotal moments that led him to seek help and ultimately embrace sobriety, transforming his life and career in the process.

Pete’s story is one of resilience, faith, and the power of self-belief. From his struggles with substance abuse to overcoming the challenges of dyslexia, Pete’s journey is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. He reflects on how his experiences with addiction have shaped his life, leading him to work in public relations for NBA teams, and eventually landing his dream job with ESPN. Along the way, Pete learned the importance of gratitude, perseverance, and the support of a strong community.

This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter how far one may fall, it’s never too late to begin again. Join us as Pete shares his inspirational story, offering hope and motivation to anyone facing their own battles.

Tune in to be inspired by Pete Sousa’s incredible journey to sobriety.

Disclaimer:

The views and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the stand or beliefs of the host or the podcast. We aim to provide a diverse range of perspectives and ideas, fostering open and respectful discussions. We encourage critical thinking and forming your own conclusions. Enjoy the show!

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