"GETTING SOBER AT 17 NEARLY BROKE ME" w/ Teddy Tarantino | The Hopeaholics Podcast

"GETTING SOBER AT 17 NEARLY BROKE ME" w/ Teddy Tarantino | The Hopeaholics Podcast

In this episode, Teddy Tarantino shares his raw and unfiltered journey from severe addiction at a young age to more than 17 years of sobriety. Getting clean at just 17 years old, Teddy built a disciplined recovery foundation that led him to open a successful treatment center in his mid-20s, helping countless people find their way out of addiction. Along the way, he navigated complex questions around identity, sexuality, ambition, and purpose, ultimately transitioning into a successful career in adult entertainment while remaining deeply committed to recovery, therapy, and personal growth. Teddy speaks candidly about addiction, recovery culture, stigma, self-honesty, and what it means to build a life that is both authentic and responsible, offering a powerful perspective on long-term sobriety, reinvention, and staying true to yourself. He also reflects on childhood trauma, early exposure to drugs, and the moment that finally shifted his commitment to recovery. The conversation explores how discipline, service, and self-awareness have shaped his evolution over the years. This episode offers insight for anyone questioning their path, redefining success, or seeking hope through radical honesty and accountability.

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Timestamps:
00:02:23 - 17 Years of Sobriety
00:05:47 - Never Missing a Meeting
00:06:05 - Getting Clean Before Adulthood
00:07:49 - Falling Deeply in Love
00:11:18 - First Male Escort Experience
00:13:35 - Turning Adult Content Into Art
00:15:39 - Opening a Treatment Center at 25
00:18:46 - First Viral Porn Video
00:23:22 - Deleting Everything for Integrity
00:24:56 - Personality Test Sparks Career Crisis
00:27:23 - Leaving the Treatment Center
00:39:22 - First Time Smoking Crack at 14
00:42:42 - Ray’s Share That Changed Everything