133. Addiction, Denial, and the Illusion of Recovery

Brad Young says he’s on the other side of addiction. He’s a recovering alcoholic and the author of Being Young, a memoir chronicling the highs and lows of his life. But in this episode, we go beyond the surface.

Brad shares stories of parties, DUIs, failed restarts, family pressure, and fleeting moments of clarity—but what’s missing is just as telling as what’s shared. Throughout our conversation, Brad speaks with charisma and vulnerability, yet often circles around accountability and avoids the harder truths of what recovery really demands.

This isn’t a step-by-step guide to sobriety. It’s a revealing look at how addiction thinks, talks, and rationalizes. For those on their own journey—or watching someone they love spiral—this may serve as both insight and warning.

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