In this raw and powerful episode, we sit down with Randall Bowman—an Indigenous woodworker in Reno Nevada and the founder of All Nations Art Collective. Once addicted to meth and lost in a cycle of violence, Randall shares his deeply personal story of survival, sobriety, and how he's now creating life-changing opportunities for Indigenous youth through art, culture, and community support.

Topics we dive into:

➡️ Getting hooked on drugs at an early age

➡️ White-knuckling detox and finding purpose in helping others

➡️ The power of art and why he's fighting for Indigenous communities

If you’ve ever wondered how someone escapes rock bottom—and then builds a ladder for others—you need to hear this.

(00:00 – 01:09) Intro

(01:10 – 10:23) Founding All Nations Art Collective

(10:24– 21:04) The truth about growing up on a Reservation

(21:05 – 34:07) Randal's Childhood, Drugs & Survival Tactics

(34:08 – 48:23) Addiction vs. Partying

(48:24 – 51:20) Fatherhood & Custody Struggles

(51:21 – 1:27:59) Rehab, Therapy & Uncovering the Why

(1:28:00 - 1:54:15) Miracle on the Mountain: Surviving a Life-Altering Accident

(1:54:16 - 2:19:02) Family, Culture, and Community: Building a Legacy

(2:19:03 - 2:3529) Empowering the Next Generation

(2:35:30 - 2:34:29) Advice for Families Facing Addiction

All Nations Art Collection https://www.allnationsartcollective.org/

Randal Bowman https://www.instagram.com/roseleewoodworking/

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