Ep. 73 From Rock Bottom to Mural Monster! Jon McKenzie on Recovery, Art & Redemption | I Am An Artist

He nearly died from alcohol. Then he picked up a paintbrush. In this raw and unfiltered episode of I Am Redemption, Austin muralist and speaker Jon McKenzie shares the brutally honest truth about hitting rock bottom, blacking out in alleys, and waking up with his heart giving out. From near death to live art shows and massive murals, Jon’s story proves that recovery is messy, powerful—and f***ing beautiful.

We talk addiction, health scares, hilarious stories from his darkest days, and how creating art became the heartbeat of his comeback. This is redemption, with grit.

👉 If you’re in recovery, love street art, or want to hear one of the realest comeback stories out there—this one’s for you.

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