PUNK ROCK SOBER
Punk Rock Sober is a podcast hosted by artist Tyler Ramsey, focusing on raw and honest discussions about reality and sobriety through a punk rock lens. Each episode features unfiltered conversations with guests, exploring themes of addiction, recovery, and personal growth. The show aims to provide a supportive community for those navigating sobriety while embracing a punk rock attitude.
Episodes
Sober Doesn’t Mean Boring: Burning Man, Travel & Natural Highs | Mike Shibel
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The Friend Who Saw Me at My Worst | Tyler Ramsey
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Tyler Ramsey sits down with longtime friend and former reality-TV collaborator Isabel Reyes, aka Bellatini, to revisit a period of his life she
Recovered From Society: Trek Thunder Kelly on Kindness, Discipline & Reinventing Your Life
Trek Thunder Kelly has spent his life testing a radical idea: what if you treated your life itself as a work of art?
Artist, adventurer and longtime friend and mentor of Tyler Ramsey, Trek has worn a tuxedo every day for a year, lived an entire year in one specific shade of blue, ran for Governor of California, sold his possessions and disappeared into the desert, traveled through more than 80 co
Brad Pitt Is Drinking Again — What That Means for People in Recovery | Punk Rock Sober
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Tyler Ramsey takes on a question that has stir
The Challenge's Alexis Lete on Surviving WWE's "Cult" Culture
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My 7-Year-Old Climbed a Fence to Find Me - Stephen Hilton
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Stephen Hilton had a life most people would kill for — eight years clean, two kids, a scoring career on Hans Zimmer's team (Megamind, T
10 Years Locked Up. Now He Coaches the Cops Who Booked Him
Anthony Autry started using at ten, picked up meth at thirty, and was on LAPD’s Pacific Division most-wanted list six months later. He spent more than ten years in custody. Today he trains at Jocko Willink’s gym, coaches active-duty law enforcement — including a sheriff from the jail that once held him — and is about to become a father for the first time at forty-three.
In this episode:
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I Lost $10.2 Million Gambling
Louis Ruggiero got sober from drugs and alcohol and kept gambling, until it cost him $10.2 million, his savings, and very nearly his life. In this conversation with Tyler Ramsey he tells the whole story: the comped Vegas weekends, the $65,000 cash bets, the newborn son he couldn't be present for, and the phone call that finally stopped him. Then he explains how he rebuilt, and why he believes lega
Christian Vierling (2.7M TikTok): Getting Sober Didn't Fix Me
Christian Vierling built an audience of 2.7 million on TikTok making people laugh — but he tells Tyler Ramsey the part he doesn't post: getting sober didn't fix him, it's what finally let two decades of undiagnosed OCD surface. From a childhood spent silently repeating the same ritual to the exposure-therapy technique he uses today, this is a rawer, funnier, more specific conversation about mental
Billy McNamara: Old Hollywood War Stories and a 21-Year Comeback
Actor Billy McNamara has been in the room for 40 years of Hollywood: "Stealing Home" with Jodie Foster, the serial killer in "Copycat," "Surviving the Game" with Ice-T. He sat for movie nights with Jack Nicholson and Robert Evans, got coached by Anthony Hopkins, and shared a set with a then-unknown Jim Carrey he was sure would never make it.
He also lost almost all of it. In this raw conversation
Laura Clery: The Queen of the Internet on Getting Sober
Laura Clery built an empire being the funniest person on the internet — 26 million followers, three books, a character (Pamela Pupkin) people quote back to her in the street. What most of that audience never hears is the rest of it. Tyler sits down with Laura — both of them in recovery — for the unfiltered version: getting sober at 25, a marriage that started in the rooms and turned into an FBI-in
Lorenzo Lamas — “Renegade,” Recovery & Getting Sober at 68 (with Heather Locklear by His Side)
Tyler sits down with a bona fide action legend — Lorenzo Lamas, star of “Renegade” and “Falcon Crest,” son of Hollywood royalty Fernando Lamas and Arlene Dahl. At 68, seven months sober, Lorenzo talks about the thing none of the tough-guy roles prepared him for: managing his fear without a drink — and the late-life relationship that finally gave him a reason to.
It’s a wide-open conversation abou
Peptides, Ozempic & Addiction Recovery | Nurse Melanie Mancil Explains the Truth About GLP-1s
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Rob Morrow on Sobriety, Johnny Depp, Northern Exposure & Surviving Hollywood
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Rob Morrow joins Punk Rock Sober for one of the most fascinating conversations yet.
Best known for Northern Exposure, Numb3rs, The People v. O.J. Simpson, and decades of iconic film and television work, Rob
Josh Peck on Addiction, Sobriety & the CRAZIEST Hollywood Rehab Story (Punk Rock Sober)
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Actor Josh Peck opens up like never before on Punk Rock Sober—sharing his journey from childhood fame and addiction to 18 years of sobriety, personal growth, and a completely transformed life.
In this episode,
Blake MyCoskie: From TOMS Success to Depression, Sobriety & “You Are Enough”
Blake MyCoskie, founder of TOMS Shoes, joins the Punk Rock Sober Podcast for one of his most raw and honest conversations ever.
From building a billion-dollar brand to battling depression, anxiety, and self-worth, Blake shares how success didn’t protect him—and how hitting a breaking point forced him to rebuild his life from the inside out.
We dive into:
The hidden cost of success
Why “not feel
“I Didn’t Take No” – David Chokachi’s Comeback Story (Baywatch Reboot)
David Chokachi joins the Punk Rock Sober Podcast to share one of the most powerful comeback stories you’ll hear this year.
After a devastating injury led to 3 years of depression, David rebuilt himself mentally, physically, and spiritually—using discipline, mindset, and unconventional tools inspired by voices like Andrew Huberman and Jocko Willink.
Then something wild happened…
He manifested h
David Chokachi: From 3 Years of Depression to Baywatch Comeback | Punk Rock Sober
David Chokachi joins the Punk Rock Sober Podcast to share one of the most powerful comeback stories you’ll hear this year.
After a devastating injury led to 3 years of depression, David rebuilt himself mentally, physically, and spiritually—using discipline, mindset, and unconventional tools inspired by voices like Andrew Huberman and Jocko Willink.
Then something wild happened…
He manifested h
Armie Hammer: “I Had to Shut It Down” (Why He Killed His Own Podcast)
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Armie Hammer sits down for a brutally honest conversation about why he made the unexpected decision to shut down his own podcast — and how it was quietly working against his career.In this episode, Armie opens up
Navy SEAL Marcus Capone on Ibogaine, PTSD & Saving Veterans' Lives | Punk Rock Sober
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What happens when a Navy SEAL reaches the breaking point — and finds healing outside the system?In this powerful episode of Punk Rock Sober, former Special Operations veteran Marcus Capone shares his story of com
Punk Rock Sober: Julie Chang on Celebrity Addiction, Justin Bieber, and Hollywood Sobriety Stories
Entertainment reporter and adventurist Julie Chang returns to the Punk Rock Sober Podcast for a deep conversation about celebrity addiction, recovery, and the complicated relationship between fame and sobriety.
Julie spent 17 years interviewing Hollywood’s biggest stars, and in this episode she shares behind-the-scenes stories about Justin Bieber, Elton John, Lana Del Rey, Ben Affleck, Snoop Dogg
"I Was So Ashamed," John Henson about Sobriety, Stand-Up, and Surviving Hollywood | PRS
John Henson — Host of Food Network's Halloween Baking Championship, E!'s Talk Soup, and ABC's Wipeout — joins Tyler Ramsey for a raw and powerful conversation about sobriety, stand-up comedy, and rebuilding a life after addiction.With 9+ years sober, John shares:What finally brought him to his kneesThe moment he stopped lying about his sobriety timeWhy “acceptance is the answer”The truth about mak
Mary Alice Haney: When Creativity Replaced Adderall | Punk Rock Sober
What happens when creativity replaces substances?On this episode of Painful Lessons Podcast: Punk Rock Sober, Tyler Ramsey sits down with fashion designer, artist, and podcast host Mary Alice Haney for a raw, thoughtful conversation about sobriety, ADHD, creativity, and purpose.Mary Alice opens up about her journey from high-pressure fashion and red-carpet success to discovering that creativity—no
Armie Hammer on Fame, Sobriety & Why He’s Happier Now
This special episode of Punk Rock Sober was recorded in September 2025 at Armie Hammer’s studio—before he made the decision to step away from podcasting.Host Tyler Ramsey sits down with Armie Hammer for a wide-ranging, candid conversation about sobriety, identity, comparison, ego, creativity, spirituality, and what it actually means to rebuild a life from the inside out.They explore:• Living sober
Jay Mohr on Addiction, Adderall & Why Sobriety Finally Worked | Punk Rock Sober
Comedian, actor, and podcaster Jay Mohr joins Painful Lessons: Punk Rock Sober for a raw, hilarious, and deeply honest conversation about addiction, Adderall abuse, recovery, and what finally made sobriety stick.Jay opens up about nearly losing everything, how Adderall became his most destructive addiction, why he’s outspoken about recovery but protective of anonymity, and how comedy both helped a
Jack Osbourne on Long-Term Sobriety, MS, Fatherhood & Life After Ozzy | Punk Rock Sober
What does long-term sobriety actually look like when life gets harder—not easier?In this powerful episode of Painful Lessons: Punk Rock Sober, host Tyler Ramsey sits down with Jack Osbourne—entrepreneur, podcaster, father of five, and son of Ozzy Osbourne—for a deeply honest conversation about recovery, trauma, masculinity, and resilience.Jack opens up about:Living 20+ years sober through grief, i
Andrew Huberman Gets Real With Tyler's 9-Year-Old Son
What happens when neuroscience, sobriety, faith, and fatherhood collide?In this powerful and unexpected episode of Punk Rock Sober, scientist and top-charting podcaster Andrew Huberman joins host Tyler Ramsey—alongside Tyler’s 9-year-old son River—for one of the most honest conversations you’ll hear about addiction, gratitude, fear, and what it really means to live a meaningful life.Andrew opens u
Malik Pointer: Growing Up Famous, Surviving Addiction & Finding Sobriety
Growing up surrounded by The Pointer Sisters, The Temptations, Prince, and rock-and-roll excess, Malik Pointer lived a life most people only hear whispered about. In this raw and unfiltered episode of Painful Lessons Podcast: Punk Rock Sober, Malik opens up about childhood addiction, music royalty, extreme trauma, growing up in Sausalito and Marin’s bohemian chaos, witnessing the dark side of fame
Ashley Hamilton: Surviving Addiction, Hollywood Trauma & Cancer | Punk Rock Sober
Actor, musician, and producer Ashley Hamilton (son of George Hamilton, former stepson of Rod Stewart) sits down for a raw, unfiltered conversation on Painful Lessons – Punk Rock Sober. This episode dives into Ashley’s insane addiction history, 32 rehabs, overdoses, gangrene, staph infections, shootouts, Hollywood chaos, and his ongoing fight with a rare mucosal HPV-related cancer.Ashley’s storytel
Punk Rock Sober: Billy Jensen on Sobriety, Redemption & Solving Murders | Painful Lessons Podcast
True crime reporter Billy Jensen (author of Chase Darkness With Me) joins Tyler Ramsey for a powerful talk on addiction, cancel culture, and finding purpose in sobriety. From public scandal and rehab to solving murders and surviving a police beating, Billy’s story is raw, redemptive, and deeply human — a masterclass in turning pain into purpose.
Wes Geer: From Korn to Rock to Recovery | Punk Rock Sober
Former Korn and Head PE guitarist Wes Geer opens up to Tyler Ramsey about addiction, recovery, and turning pain into purpose.After years of living fast on tour, Wes found a new mission — helping others heal through music with his nonprofit Rock to Recovery.
In this raw, funny, and deeply moving episode, Wes shares how meditation changed his life, what it was like to tour sober, and why being “Punk
David Chokachi: Baywatch, Recovery & Cold Plunges | Painful Lessons Podcast
Actor David Chokachi, known for his iconic role on Baywatch, joins host Tyler Ramsey for an inspiring deep dive into recovery, resilience, and rediscovering purpose.
David opens up about his darkest period after a career-halting injury, how he overcame depression through cold plunges, micro wins, and daily discipline, and what he learned from mentors like Andrew Huberman, Jocko Willink, and Jordan
Top Chef Winner Gabe Erales: Ego, Redemption & Life Beyond the Kitchen
Chef Gabe Erales, winner of Top Chef Season 18, joins the Painful Lessons Podcast with Tyler Ramsey to share his raw story of success, failure, and redemption.
Gabe opens up about growing up with Mexican culinary traditions, competing on Top Chef during COVID, the pressures of Michelin-star cooking, and the painful public scandal that reshaped his career and marriage. He also discusses mentorship,
The Sober List, Part 2: Walter May on Sobriety, Creativity & Hollywood Stories
In this episode of the Painful Lessons Podcast, host Tyler Ramsey continues The Sober List series with director Walter May.
Walter opens up about the challenges and rewards of living sober while thriving in the entertainment industry. From navigating Burning Man sober, to working on early Katy Perry music videos, to exploring the sobriety journeys of Marilyn Manson and James Gunn, this conversatio
Julie Chang: Brain Tumor Survival, Sobriety & 16 Countries of Life Lessons
In this episode of The Painful Lessons Podcast, Tyler Ramsey sits down with reporter, YouTuber, and adventurist Julie Chang for an inspiring conversation about resilience, sobriety, and global exploration.
Julie opens up about:
Surviving a fist-sized brain tumor while working live on television.
Finding healing and clarity through sobriety after recurring seizures.
Pulling her kids from schoo
Celebrities in Recovery: Tyler Ramsey & Cameron Mouléne on Sobriety Stories
In this episode of the Painful Lessons Podcast, Tyler Ramsey sits down with actor Cameron Mouléne to explore a fascinating list of celebrities who have chosen sobriety. From Robert Downey Jr.’s legendary comeback to Brad Pitt’s private jet breakdown, from Jamie Lee Curtis’ pill addiction confession to Demi Lovato’s near-fatal overdose, Tyler and Cameron share powerful, funny, and eye-opening stori
Survivor, Sobriety & The Fresh Test: Jacqueline Berg-Ramsey’s Wild Ride from Reality TV to Startup CEO
From reality show scandal to startup success—Jacqueline Berg-Ramsey joins her husband Tyler Ramsey in one of the wildest and most heartfelt episodes of Painful Lessons Podcast. They relive their forbidden love story that started on Survivor: Gabon, including a secret African romance, getting caught by CBS, and the chaos that followed—including relapse, rehab, and redemption.
They also open up abou
Matias Desiderio: Addiction, Love & Finding Healing
In this powerful episode of the Painful Lessons Podcast, actor Matias Desiderio shares his journey through darkness and back. From battling cocaine addiction to escaping the grip of unhealthy relationships, Matias speaks candidly about the cycles of dependency, recovery, and what it really means to heal.
Highlights include:
Growing up and discovering acting
How addiction shaped his choices
Tr
ChatGPT Unfiltered: Celebrity Scandals, Painful Truths & Freediving for Your Mind
What happens when ChatGPT becomes the guest?In this special episode of the Painful Lessons Podcast, host Tyler Ramsey sits down with “B-Tron” (his nickname for ChatGPT) and professional freediver Andrew Faris for a wild, unfiltered ride through the painful truths of psychology, celebrity scandals, strange history, and survival — in life and under the sea.
💬 What you’ll hear:
Will Smith’s Oscar sl
TK McKamy’s Plan to Turn “Boot Scootin’ Boogie” Into a Movie
Director TK McKamy shares his big-screen vision to bring iconic 90s country songs like Boot Scootin’ Boogie and Ol’ Red to life as feature films. Blending country music nostalgia with the cinematic energy of Dirty Dancing, Road House, and Yellowstone, TK lays out his plan for a bold new country music movie universe.
🔹 Country hits as movie IP🔹 The rise of 90s nostalgia in film🔹 Directing with Texa
Jess Adams: Eating Disorders, Recovery & Reinventing Herself On and Off Screen
Actress and host Jess Adams (Nectar’s Shoot Your Shot) joins Tyler Ramsey to reveal her incredible journey—from red carpets and music videos to surviving a near-fatal eating disorder and rebuilding her life. She shares the emotional truth behind her Instagram-perfect smile, how recovery reshaped her identity, and what it means to truly heal.
In this heartfelt episode of the Painful Lessons Podcast
Armie Hammer Returns - From Rock Bottom to Redemption
In this raw and hilarious episode of Painful Lessons, we cover:
How Armie's PLP appearance sparked his comeback after 5 years
False accusations, public scrutiny, and surviving a 2.5-year investigation
Allegations against P. Diddy and disturbing internet rumors
Why Sophie Cunningham body-slammed a player to protect Caitlin Clark
Martial arts stories, street fights, and gym trauma at Jay Gl
Danny Goler: DMT, Divine Code & the Hidden Physics of Consciousness
In this episode of the Painful Lessons Podcast, Danny Goler, psychonaut and founder of Code of Reality Inc., reveals his shocking discovery: a self-executing, animated code that becomes visible when DMT is combined with fractal laser projection. With thousands of verified replications, Danny's work challenges everything we think we know about reality, consciousness, and divinity.
Topics include:
Noah Weiland on Recovery, Rock Royalty, and Reclaiming His Voice
Musician Noah Weiland—son of late Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver frontman Scott Weiland—joins the Painful Lessons Podcast for an unfiltered, emotional conversation. Noah opens up about growing up in the shadow of rock stardom, losing his father at 15, addiction battles, being kicked out of Suspect208, discovering his unique voice, and becoming a new dad. He also shares how faith and music
Claire Hoffman on Cults, Faith & the Scandal That Shaped American Religion
Journalist and author Claire Hoffman joins Painful Lessons to explore faith, scandal, and survival. From growing up in the Transcendental Meditation movement to writing Sister Sinner, Claire shares the incredible true story of Amy Semple McPherson, the most famous woman in 1920s America—who vanished into the ocean and reappeared in the desert 35 days later.
She and host Tyler Ramsey also dive into
Nicole Aimee Schreiber on Love, Loss, and Lessons Learned
Comedian Nicole Aimee Schreiber joins host Tyler Ramsey to talk about the raw side of love, stand-up comedy, and life’s most painful lessons. From her emotional breakup with a guy who stayed close with his ex “because of the dog,” to being the comedic outsider who rose through LA’s toughest rooms, Nicole brings unfiltered humor and wisdom.
They discuss addiction, recovery, toxic relationships, and
Oliver Trevena: Surviving Trauma, Building Brands, and Staying Sober in Hollywood
Oliver Trevena joins the Painful Lessons Podcast to share how he turned near-death trauma into triumph. The actor, producer, and Caliwater co-founder opens up about being beaten into a coma, rebuilding his face, and reclaiming his life through sobriety and entrepreneurship. From working with Vanessa Hudgens and Gerard Butler to launching wellness brands and indie films, Oliver’s journey is one of
Steve Zacharias: Revenge of the Nerds, Hollywood Stories & the Redemption of His Son
Legendary comedy writer Steve Zacharias, best known for Revenge of the Nerds, joins Tyler Ramsey to share his rollercoaster ride through Hollywood, fatherhood, and recovery. In this candid conversation, Steve reveals:
How Revenge of the Nerds was born from real college life
Writing All in the Family at just 23 and meeting Norman Lear
The unfiltered truth about the industry’s ups and downs
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Jeremy Jackson on Baywatch, Meth Addiction, Stabbing a Gang Member, and the $20K Shot That Changed Everything
In this raw and revealing episode, Baywatch icon Jeremy Jackson opens up about the highs and hellish lows of fame, addiction, and ultimate transformation.
Jeremy shares shocking stories from the peak of his Hollywood career—walking off the set of the most-watched TV show in the world, battling meth addiction, nearly dying, stabbing a gang member in self-defense, and finally… discovering the spirit
WRDSMTH (Phil Brody) on Street Art, Heartbreak & Making Your Mark
Phil Brody, better known as the globally recognized street artist WRDSMTH, joins host Tyler Ramsey for a powerful, funny, and deeply honest conversation. From heartbreak and creative inspiration to turf wars and typewriters, this episode explores the pain—and purpose—behind public art.
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Josie Davis Opens Up: Acting, Podcasting & Life Lessons | Painful Lessons Podcast
Join us on the Painful Lessons Podcast as we sit down with actress and podcaster Josie Davis for an in-depth conversation about her journey in Hollywood, the challenges she's faced, and the lessons she's learned along the way.In this episode, Josie shares:Her transition from child star to adult actressInsights into her podcasting endeavorsPersonal growth and overcoming obstaclesAdvice for aspiring
Frankie Grande Opens Up About Sobriety, Fame, and Family | Painful Lessons Podcast
Join us on this episode of the Painful Lessons Podcast as we sit down with entertainer Frankie Grande. In this candid conversation, Frankie discusses his journey to sobriety, the challenges of fame, and the influence of his family, including his sister, Ariana Grande. He shares insights into his experiences on Broadway, reality TV, and his advocacy within the LGBTQ+ community.Timestamps:00:00 – I
Faith Through Pain: Pastor Aaron Jayne's Journey | Painful Lessons Podcast
Join us on the Painful Lessons Podcast as we delve into a profound conversation with Pastor Aaron Jayne. Discover how faith can be a guiding light through life's most challenging moments.
In this episode:
Pastor Jayne's personal journey through adversity
Insights on maintaining faith during trials
Lessons on resilience and spiritual growth
Whether you're seeking inspiration or guidance, t
Former ESPN Anchor James Swanwick Talks Celebrity Sobriety, Living Alcohol-Free, and More
James Swanwick is a former ESPN anchor, entrepreneur, speaker, and wellness coach from Australia who has been sober for over 15 years. James joins Painful Lessons to share his recovery story and talk about the overall health benefits of living alcohol-free. He shares some interesting trends in the recovery movement, which has grown more widely through celebrity culture, including with Rob Lowe, Jo
Tyler Talks Blake Lively Controversy, Bill Maher, and Thailand Getaways
Today's episode of Painful Lessons features Tyler going solo, albeit with Producer Jerry, talking about some of the latest headlines on the internet and sharing some classic stories, including the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni controversy, Bill Maher's evolution, crazy laws in Germany, South Park, Thailand, and going poly. Check out the episode and let us know what you think in the comments belo
Full Episode: Actor and Musician Chris Sullivan on Lessons in Life | Painful Lessons Podcast
Chris Sullivan is an American actor and musician. He's starred in This Is Us, Stranger Things, Guardians of the Galaxy, and has received multiple Emmy nominations for his acting. Chris has also recorded his own music album and performed with musicians like The Avett Brothers, DAWES, Mandy Moore, and many others. Enjoy this fascinating conversation with a very talented person who has a great sense
A Conversation About Sobriety, Matthew Perry, and Leonardo DiCaprio with Dani Druz
Dani Druz is an actress, producer, and entrepreneur. She started in casting on the hit television show 'Entourage' and after battling addiction, she's now an advocate and consultant for recovery. Dani stops by Painful Lessons to have a conversation on addiction, recovery, and the chaos of navigating Hollywood—both in and out of sobriety. Coming from an entertainment family and growing up in the wo
Tyler's Lesson on the 10 Greatest Movies You Need To Watch!
In this episode, Tyler goes solo to share an epiphany he had on a random family movie night a few weeks ago. In a moment of trying to select a movie for the family to watch, Tyler crumbled, and decided he was never going to make that mistake again. So he made a top 10 go-to list of movies for any situation. Check out the episode and let us know what your top 10 go-to movies are in the comments bel
Walter May Shares Lessons About Working in Hollywood, Working with Katy Perry, and the Art Industry
Walter May is a Los Angeles based Director and Executive Producer known for his directing work for brands such as Toyota, Starbucks, ESPN, Walmart, & Smirnoff. He has directed celebrity talent including Katy Perry, LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Serena Williams, & Eminem. Walter's work has won awards, including at Cannes Lion, Webbies awards, and more. He also worked at one of the largest advertising
Joshua David Earp Bends A Coin With His Mind, Talks About Ancestor Wyatt Earp, And Breaking The Law
Joshua David Earp is a world renowned entrepreneur, filmmaker, mentalist, musician, producer, and actor. Some of his TV projects include The Bay which has won 23 Emmy Awards and Joshua's film projects have received 64 Academy nominations. Joshua joins Painful Lessons Podcast to talk about his life and share some hard lessons he learned along the way, like getting a felony for operating a DMT lab.
Billy Jensen Shares Wisdom From Solving Crimes, Having A Top True Crime Podcast, And His Recovery
Billy Jensen is an American investigative journalist, author, producer, and podcaster. He's worked on over 50 murder cases and solved over 6, hosted multiple top true crime podcasts, and written a New York Times Best Selling book. He's also gone through challenges of addiction and depression and has been recovering for over two years. Billy shares wisdom on solving murders, facing depression and a
Trek Thunder Kelly Talks Burning Man, Making Art in Ukraine, And Wearing A Barbed-Wire Collar
Trek Thunder Kelly is an American artist based in Venice, California. He focuses on performance art and he achieved national recognition with his performance-art candidacy in the 2003 gubernatorial recall election in California. Kelly wore only the color blue for the year preceding the vote, and championed his consistency during the campaign. Trek joins the podcast and shares a lot of lessons he's
Cameron Moulene on Growing Up in Hollywood, Becoming Sober, and Starting A Pokemon Card Mafia
Cameron Moulene is an actor and entrepreneur, he is well known for playing Will Armstrong in the MTV series Happyland, and he also founded a startup, Cameron has also experienced some tragic hardships and overcome them to become the sober man he is today. In this interview, Cameron shares about his childhood, fighting Armie Hammer as a teenager, facing some hard tragedies, becoming sober, raising
Special Holiday Mashup with @ArmieHammerTime Things We Loved in 2024!
Painful Lessons Podcast meets @ArmieHammerTime Podcast, Armie Hammer and Tyler Ramsey collaborate on a special Holiday Mashup Podcast! In this special holiday mashup, Armie Hammer and Tyler Ramsey reflect on 2024 and share hilarious stories, including Armie’s airport antics and a Taylor Sheridan phishing scam, while diving into serious topics like recovery struggles, family dynamics, and the journ
Shawn Meaike Talks Entrepreneurship, Overcoming Addiction, Stopping Alex Rodriguez, and God
Shawn Meaike is an entrepreneur and author who overcame addiction and now lives a spiritual and powerful life after some painful lessons. Shawn stops by the podcast to share lessons he's learned battling addiction, being an very successful entrepreneur, having a good moral compass, and living with humility. Check out the interview, give it a thumbs up, and let us know what you think in the comment
Keegan Caldwell Talks Recovery, Artificial Intelligence, And More
This week's guest is Keegan Caldwell, an American attorney, chemist, and former Marine. Keegan is a recovering addict going on 8 years of sobriety. He launched the Incarcerated Innovator's Program in 2022 to help current and aspiring entrepreneurs succeed in life, especially those in underserved communities. Keegan shares a lot of valuable lessons in this interview, check it out, give it a thumbs
Jeremy Cahen Talks Crypto, Painful Lessons In Life, And More
Jeremy Cahen, an entrepreneur specializing in crypto, joins the show to talk about some of his ups and downs and lessons in life. Check out the interview, give it a thumbs up, and let us know what you think in the comments below. As always, thanks for watching!
Kristoffer Polaha on Raising Kids, Making Films, Working with Meghan Markle, and Lessons in Life
Kristoffer Polaha from Jurassic World, Mad Men, North Shore, and Hallmark is an actor and filmmaker and joins the podcast in this episode to share his love for family, making films, self-growth, working with Meghan Markle, Nicole Kidman, Jason Momoa, and overcoming some painful lessons in life to get where he is today. Check out the interview, give it a thumbs up, and let us know what you think in
David Dastmalchian Talks Making Films, His Love for Comics, and His Recovery
Actor and filmmaker David Dastmalchian joins the podcast to talk about his work in acting, including starring in The Dark Knight, Ant-Man, Dune, Late Night with the Devil, and The Suicide Squad, working with DC Studios, his love for comics and horror films, and shares his recovery story. David has overcome a lot in his life you hear about in this interview and he has a genuine and inspiring energy
Pastor Matthew Barnett shares about God, working with people off the streets, and humility
Senior Pastor and co-founder of the Dream Center Matthew Barnett joins the Painful Lessons Podcast in a very approachable conversation about growing up as a famous pastor's son, starting his own ministry in Los Angeles, providing shelter and rehabilitation to addicts, scandals in religion, dealing with hardships and grief, impacting so many lives, and much more.
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Author Kyle Nicolaides Joins Blake Myscoskie and Goes Deep on Battling Depression
Author Kyle Nicolaides joins Tyler and new co-host Blake Mycoskie to talk about his book "Thank God For Depression" and have a very deep conversation about overcoming depression. Kyle is also a top 10 Billboard song writer and musician, leading the band Beware of Darkness.
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Join us on the Painful Lessons Podcast as we sit down with the legendary Tom Arnold to explore his untold stories and the invaluable lessons he's learned throughout his remarkable career. From Hollywood triumphs to personal struggles, Tom opens up about the moments that shaped him. Don’t miss this exclusive insight into the life and mind of a true icon. Subscribe now for more engaging conversation
Tom Schwartz on Authenticity & Success | Painful Lessons Podcast with Tyler Ramsey
Join us on the Painful Lessons Podcast as Tyler Ramsey chats with Tom Schwartz from Vanderpump Rules. Tom opens up about his journey from reality TV to owning successful bars and restaurants. Learn how his authenticity and perseverance helped him carve out a unique path to success. Whether you're a fan of Vanderpump Rules or looking for entrepreneurial inspiration, this episode is a must-watch. Tu
Armie Hammer Breaks Silence: Overcoming Adversity and Finding Inner Peace
In an exclusive interview on The Painful Lessons Podcast, Armie Hammer opens up about the tumultuous journey he has faced over the past four years. From losing his career, financial stability, and friends to the darkest moments of his life, Hammer shares the profound lessons he learned and how he found peace within himself. Tune in to hear his candid story of resilience, healing, and personal grow
Nick Weidenfeld on Creativity & Content Innovation | Painful Lessons Podcast
In this exclusive episode of the Painful Lessons Podcast, we sit down with Nick Weidenfeld, a visionary in the entertainment industry. Known for his groundbreaking work in content production, Nick shares his journey, creative processes, and insights into the future of media. Join us as we delve into the mind of one of the industry’s most innovative figures and explore how creativity can drive succ
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Join us for an enlightening episode of the Painful Lessons Podcast as we sit down with Blake Mycoskie, founder of Toms Shoes. Blake shares his personal journey with mental health and the transformative power of plant medicines like Ayahuasca. Discover the profound lessons he has learned and how they have shaped his life and mission. Don't miss this deep dive into mental wellness and spiritual heal
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Join us in a riveting episode of the "Painful Lessons Podcast" as we host filmmaker and renowned YouTuber Max Joseph, who dives deep into his latest documentary, "Happiness." Discover the behind-the-scenes insights and personal stories that shaped this powerful film.
Max shares unique perspectives on finding joy in life’s journey. Subscribe and hit the bell for more enlightening discussions li
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Join us on this enlightening episode of the "Painful Lessons Podcast" as we sit down with the talented Kathryn Brolin. Dive into a candid conversation about the challenging yet transformative experiences that have shaped her life. Kathryn shares her personal stories and the invaluable lessons she's learned, offering insights that aim to inspire and empower our listeners.
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