When Judd found himself alone on his garage floor, consumed by addiction and despair, he made a desperate phone call. Adam Greenspan answered. What followed wasn’t a dramatic intervention or scripted moment—it was one friend doing the next right thing, over and over again. Adam stayed on the phone, calmed Judd through a personal crisis, and helped orchestrate a cross-country plan to safely get him into rehab, despite being under constant surveillance.

This fourth episode of our addiction series captures the essence of human connection, the power of showing up, and the courage to act without knowing exactly what to do. Together Judd and Adam reflect on the warning signs of addiction, the pain of high-functioning denial, and the importance of breaking free from toxic relationships. This is not just a story about addiction and recovery. It’s about how any of us—regardless of experience—can be the person who answers the call and shows up when someone needs us most.

5 Lessons from the Episode:

Stay calm: In moments of crisis, composure can lead to clear action and potentially save a life.

Answer the call: Simply picking up the phone and being present may be the turning point for someone in pain.

Act decisively: You don’t need all the answers—research, respond, and take the next right step.

Support without judgment: Offering help without blame builds trust and provides safety.

Remember your lowest point: Keeping a reminder of how far you’ve come can prevent relapse and inspire growth.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Crisis Call: The Moment Everything Changed
03:10 The Garage Floor and the Call for Help
06:50 Choosing a Rehab: Insurance, Location, and Urgency
09:22 Warning Signs and the Reality of High-Functioning Addiction
12:54 The Jail Call and Adam's Calm Under Pressure
16:46 The Great Escape Plan
21:53 Withdrawal and the Power of Remembering Pain
25:05 Calm is a Superpower
29:14 Huntington Beach Hiccup and Final Check-In
33:05 Family Dynamics and Childhood Trauma
35:49 Losing Connection with His Children
38:37 How to Take the Call That Saves a Life
40:28 What Makes Someone Great: Adam’s Relentless Drive

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In episode three of our addiction series, Judd is joined by Shawn Livingston - veteran, ultra marathon runner, and recovery advocate, for a profoundly honest conversation about what it truly means to hit rock bottom—and how to climb back out. Shawn is a former combat veteran whose addiction to heroin landed him in prison, he recounts his journey from jail cells and failed rehab stays to becoming a beacon of hope for others. The episode explores how childhood trauma, a complicated relationship with masculinity, and unresolved pain fed into Shawn’s addiction.

Shawn and Judd draw powerful parallels in their stories, from chasing validation through professional success to learning how to confront deep emotional wounds. The two men explore the societal stigma around addiction and why vulnerability—not toughness—is the true measure of strength. Shawn details how community, physical fitness, and consistent self-work—mentally, physically, and spiritually—helped him maintain long-term sobriety. They also discuss Shawn’s documentary, his ultra-marathon achievements, and how helping others heal has become his purpose. Shawn’s story is a testament to resilience, vulnerability, and the human capacity for change. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking truth, transformation, and tangible tools for overcoming life’s hardest battles.

5 Lessons from the Episode:

Vulnerability wins: Being real about your pain fosters deeper connections and healing.

Find your Super Bowl: Identify your ultimate goal and make every choice in service of it.

Pain needs purpose: Transform your darkest moments into a source of strength by using them to help others.

Community matters: Surrounding yourself with people who see your worth is vital to staying on track.

Balance your tools: Even healthy habits like fitness can become unhealthy if not kept in perspective.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Opening and guest introduction
03:12 What rock bottom really feels like
08:30 Drug progression and the lure of heroin
13:45 Childhood wounds and validation
19:02 Father figures, masculinity, and identity
25:20 The power of going first in men’s work
29:58 Twelve rehab visits and what finally worked
34:15 Heroin withdrawal and the reality of detox
38:00 Running, fitness, and finding purpose
43:25 When sobriety tools become new obsessions
47:40 Owning your story and helping others
50:05 Redemption defined

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In the second episode of Judd Shaw’s addiction series, Drug Lords and Dead Ends, Shaun Attwood joins the conversation for a raw and riveting first guest appearance. Once a millionaire stockbroker turned international ecstasy trafficker, Shaun sits down with Judd to reveal how two strangers on opposite sides of the drug trade were living dangerously parallel lives in the Arizona scene. With chilling detail, they unpack moments of near-death, cartel entanglements, and the human wreckage left behind—while offering a brutally honest look at what it truly takes to rebuild a life from rock bottom. This episode is an honest, emotional, and ultimately uplifting reminder that owning your story—no matter how dark—can be the key to transformation and purpose.

5 Lessons from the Episode:
- False bravado fails: Fear masked as toughness only deepens destruction; humility is key to surviving.
- Redemption is service: Healing begins when we turn pain into purpose by helping others avoid our path.
- Pride is deadly: The need to impress can drive choices that end lives; self-awareness is life-saving.
- Own your story: Transparency dismantles shame and creates real, authentic human connections.
- Forgiveness frees you: Letting go of resentment toward yourself and others is the true start of transformation.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 The Parallel Paths of Judd & Shaun
03:22 How It All Started: From Broker to Dealer
08:45 Building a Drug Empire in Arizona
13:00 Inside the Rave Scene & Drug Distribution
18:33 Dealing with Cartels and Biker Gangs
22:50 Encounters with the Gravanos & Mafia Threats
28:11 Money Laundering and Corporate Strategy
33:20 Breaking Points and Narrow Escapes
40:00 Life in Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s Jail
46:12 The Path to Redemption & Activism
51:35 Lessons in Forgiveness and Ayahuasca Healing
56:00 Owning Your Story and Giving Back

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