Raising A Drug Addict - Wide Awake Podcast EP. 1

In this emotional and inspiring episode of the Wide Awake Podcast we talk about how my parents helped me get through my addiction. From rehab, car accidents and getting arrested. We talk about everything in a truly unfiltered and raw way.

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  • @wideawakepodcast
    @wideawakepodcast2 жыл бұрын

    If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to Subscribe to the channel so you don't miss the next one. Also, drop a Like if you think my dad is awesome! ❤️

  • @CapricornCouriers

    @CapricornCouriers

    11 ай бұрын

    What happened to the Spotify Podcast?

  • @lesley-annemartin6722
    @lesley-annemartin67222 жыл бұрын

    Your laugh is your dad's laugh. Peas in a pod. Such a privilege to be invited into someone's life. Thanks for sharing.

  • @ayandakhumalo8692
    @ayandakhumalo86922 жыл бұрын

    Wow!!! Super proud of you Josh. Your parents are amazing people. Next time please bring Carol too. We need to hear how she felt during your addiction.

  • @znpodcast3590
    @znpodcast35902 жыл бұрын

    Your Father is naturally humble.

  • @artclassesforchildrenjedid7850
    @artclassesforchildrenjedid78502 жыл бұрын

    I've never been an addict, but I had so much emotional challenges, after my car accident in 1987, that left me with traumatic injuries; I definitely couldn't cope well with it. Still after almost 35 years, I can only get used to the rejection and devastating pain. To get to the point, during your very real and intimate interview with your dad, I could only sob and sob. Your dad is a super father, that loves you so much. I couldn't stop looking at your eyes. Your eyes were clear; with so much hope and care. Your father's eyes were full of love and admiration for you. This is how G-d must feel about His children. 💜💜💜

  • @sharontarin1310
    @sharontarin1310 Жыл бұрын

    You're both so cute. You have the same sense of humour and laugh. Thank you dad for being that dad that focusses and praises your son for who he is now. So awesome!!!

  • @claireallison905
    @claireallison9052 жыл бұрын

    "You were a normal kid" proceeds to jump from the roof into a tree 😂😂😂 loving this so far!

  • @semkelecomfort8623

    @semkelecomfort8623

    2 жыл бұрын

    Bru🤣🤣🤣

  • @jaydencheezer5753

    @jaydencheezer5753

    2 жыл бұрын

    Tarzan🔥😂

  • @charmainepriestman915
    @charmainepriestman915 Жыл бұрын

    Meeting your Dad here is wonderful You are both gentle, funny, kind, intelligent, and compassionate I love your podcasts and watch everything you post!

  • @FeistyGES
    @FeistyGES Жыл бұрын

    My goodness, that father is just so sweetest, softest and loving Daddy ever. Such an affirming bloke .

  • @carmenkloppers9671
    @carmenkloppers96712 жыл бұрын

    Loved this. So raw, so honest. We need to have more open discussions like this. I guarantee you Josh, you have already helped so many people by putting this out there. Your Dad is Amazing. I love his humour and you can just see how much he loves you and how proud and supportive your Family was, and last but not least. You wanted to change, so huge kudos to you. May you go from strength to strength with your podcasts. You got Talent Bruv❤

  • @angelicajacobs584
    @angelicajacobs584 Жыл бұрын

    So proud of you Josh! Your dad is amazing and so is your family. My dad struggled with addiction and watching as a family member is very difficult. Thank you for sharing your story. My dad has recovered...6 years!!!!! I balled my eyes out on my wedding day because he was sober and conscious to actually dance with me. Keep on being awesome Josh!

  • @kyliebrand5051
    @kyliebrand50512 жыл бұрын

    Love the fact that your so open and you've taken ownership of the horrible things you did and your such a role model for alot of young people and I love watching your videos been a supporter since day one! Keep it going Josh!!

  • @bretthart1499
    @bretthart14992 жыл бұрын

    This is easily the best podcast in SA.

  • @LindieBotes
    @LindieBotes2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your story! Your dad is an incredible man.

  • @garethluxford5839
    @garethluxford58392 жыл бұрын

    You are brave to share your story, well done for opening other people's eyes and giving people a different perspective on what you wnet through and how you overcame it. WELL DONE BROTHER KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK

  • @Dee021
    @Dee0212 жыл бұрын

    What drugs were you using? You don't mention it also would've been interesting to hear how much money you took from your parents including all the cars. Awesome content 👍

  • @xxxneoxxx

    @xxxneoxxx

    Жыл бұрын

    Opiates.

  • @judyrajoo7250
    @judyrajoo72503 ай бұрын

    ❤ Well done on recovery Josh. Your content is gut wrenchingly humble and genuine & delivered in the best storytelling. I'm transported from giggling to getting a lump in the throat within seconds. Your Dad is amazing. Looking forward all your content 💯🤍

  • @nathanjoub3016
    @nathanjoub30162 жыл бұрын

    Well done Josh! And with the support of a dad and family like that you can only excel.

  • @denzel97
    @denzel977 ай бұрын

    This is one of the realest conversation i have seen in my entire life. the father is so honest and yet emotionally intelligent.

  • @siyandamagudulela4044
    @siyandamagudulela4044 Жыл бұрын

    I love the relationship of you and your dad! You have such a cool dad!

  • @samanthadeabreudesousa3365
    @samanthadeabreudesousa33652 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing. What an inspiration both you and your dad are. Tony is a legend 🙌

  • @disasamuelsson2478
    @disasamuelsson24782 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on your first podcast! What an incredible story too. Well done.

  • @d.summerain_
    @d.summerain_2 жыл бұрын

    This is beyond beautiful, ❤️🙌, and so I pray to God as I also start my very own podcast. Inspired

  • @KentStutz
    @KentStutz2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome start to the podcast, Josh. You've got very good energy for this and I'm excited to see how the rest go!

  • @ForHIMsa
    @ForHIMsa2 жыл бұрын

    What a way to honor your parents. Your testimony is amazing. Love these videos. Your platform is awesome. Enjoyed it so much.

  • @sammcgeorge184
    @sammcgeorge1842 жыл бұрын

    Wow, what an amazing journey! Thank you for the podcast. The first of many I hope. Family…… where would we be without those who love us so unconditionally!

  • @demihuxtable1079
    @demihuxtable10792 жыл бұрын

    I love this thank you for being so real.

  • @GrassrootsViews
    @GrassrootsViews2 жыл бұрын

    This was beautiful to watch...! I'm glad your relationship has recovered fully as well

  • @kimcottle1282
    @kimcottle12822 жыл бұрын

    Yay! Huge congrats on the recovery, and for staying close to the rents :) Such a great podcast

  • @nicholasvanrooyen724
    @nicholasvanrooyen7242 жыл бұрын

    I loved the honesty and I think I can say that we are all so proud of you both! Can’t wait for the next episode 🎉

  • @JNB520
    @JNB520 Жыл бұрын

    This is crazy, this was your first podcast! From one recovering addict to another, stay strong buddy and focused. This was an amazing and funny video

  • @gergleveedub282
    @gergleveedub2822 жыл бұрын

    My new favorite KZread channel ! Keep up the good work. So proud that it's SA .

  • @sibonokuhlesofute7914
    @sibonokuhlesofute79142 жыл бұрын

    I've had the privilege of meeting you Josh and I know you're a legend! Why have I not seen this podcast sooner? Nonetheless, Proud of you brother!!!!

  • @kimmacputz
    @kimmacputz Жыл бұрын

    Great topic Josh, the focus is usually always on the addict but not what the loved ones go through. Working my way through your podcasts, interesting journey and you should be very proud of yourself for getting in front of your addiction and being the person you are today. Well done Josh's family for standing by him, not all families are as understanding or close enough to offer the same level of support, nicely done guys ♥

  • @wideawakepodcast

    @wideawakepodcast

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey, thank you! I think I should do another episode with my dad! 🫶

  • @kimmacputz

    @kimmacputz

    Жыл бұрын

    I thinks so. He's such a likable guy and he laughs alot, with you, it's a nice dynamic. I've been watching/listening to podcasts with a few people's parents lately and they have been great.

  • @kautharjacobs7117
    @kautharjacobs71172 жыл бұрын

    The only tears I have watching this, are tears of joy. I truly admire your work Joshua, you may not know this but you’re truly an inspiration in the field of media for me. Looking forward to new podcasts and sending all the South African love from Paris. ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

  • @emilsyz
    @emilsyz2 жыл бұрын

    Great first episode, looking forward to more!

  • @martinkirk2984
    @martinkirk29842 жыл бұрын

    Another awesome video. I started watching all your videos...you doing a great job brotha!

  • @Pure_Boxing
    @Pure_Boxing2 жыл бұрын

    Great job. This is the 3rd vid of yours I'm watching. I like your perspective

  • @lusizonqweniso3148
    @lusizonqweniso31482 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on your first podcast Josh. Really enjoyed it

  • @theoscakes
    @theoscakes2 жыл бұрын

    This is amazing to witness. I hope one day in the future you will remember I was here from the start 🙏

  • @EazyRelaxationSoothe
    @EazyRelaxationSoothe2 жыл бұрын

    I really loved this💕👌🏼, eye opening and heartwarming that you had your father in, I'm officially a new subscriber 😉

  • @peter-wallacemathebula6791
    @peter-wallacemathebula67912 жыл бұрын

    Really enjoyed this. So real and uncontrived

  • @dvfroid2247
    @dvfroid22472 жыл бұрын

    Love your podcasts bro these are amazing

  • @caelanm9564
    @caelanm95642 жыл бұрын

    Shoutout to your dad making a fucking great podcast guest!!!!

  • @malxjewell5197
    @malxjewell5197 Жыл бұрын

    Your dad is so dope, yall look alike so much, but this was definitely an amazing podcast :)

  • @kashiefahkamaldien802
    @kashiefahkamaldien8022 жыл бұрын

    hi good job we need more podcast like this it is a great motivation 4 all walks of life

  • @Zunaid6118
    @Zunaid61182 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant podcast. 👍.. subscribed...started with the second one also awesome. 👍. All the best, and keep up the good work..

  • @vian4806
    @vian48062 жыл бұрын

    dude amazing , keep it up ! Brilliant podcast josh

  • @thabangkhalo120
    @thabangkhalo1202 жыл бұрын

    I'm now inspired to listen to this already bro... damn! an hour!?

  • @thabangkhalo120

    @thabangkhalo120

    2 жыл бұрын

    10:50 - Funniest story, at least she didn't unplug your penis from you. I love it, thanks for sharing. 42:50 - I loved that question bro... your dad is awesome I was wide the entire episode bro, can't wait for the next one.

  • @darkazurite2097
    @darkazurite20972 жыл бұрын

    We neeeeed more podcast asap!!!! I watched all three they’re amazing!!!

  • @wideawakepodcast

    @wideawakepodcast

    2 жыл бұрын

    Flying to Durban on Saturday for the next one!!!! It’s going to be an amazing episode ❤️

  • @brittanylee5002
    @brittanylee50022 жыл бұрын

    Amazing! Was Caroline around during your addiction? Would love to hear that in another podcast!

  • @BobbyNic

    @BobbyNic

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm curious too

  • @NoneNone-lv3hz

    @NoneNone-lv3hz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@BobbyNic me three!

  • @kimcottle1282

    @kimcottle1282

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me four

  • @clintellie4091

    @clintellie4091

    2 жыл бұрын

    Who is Caroline?

  • @CapricornCouriers

    @CapricornCouriers

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@clintellie4091I also want to know.

  • @andriesvanzyl4867
    @andriesvanzyl48672 жыл бұрын

    Thank you thank you thank you, much love, cant speak now........to emotional

  • @sandisilestimela5791
    @sandisilestimela5791 Жыл бұрын

    Pt.2 with your dad please Josh or mom as well.

  • @CapricornCouriers

    @CapricornCouriers

    11 ай бұрын

    That will be awesome.

  • @coolbeanz9830
    @coolbeanz98302 жыл бұрын

    You have phenomenal parents ♥️

  • @asandasishi6823
    @asandasishi68232 жыл бұрын

    Man ur on to something with this podcast keep it up 💪

  • @omniazone70
    @omniazone708 ай бұрын

    Its very clear your dad loves you a lot bud. You lucky to have such loving parents. Enjoy and cherish them while they still around. Good luck to you. Keep coming back. One day at a time

  • @nat3dawg_
    @nat3dawg_2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely brilliant 👏🏻

  • @catherinehennings6066
    @catherinehennings60662 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic story for a first podcast 👏

  • @angelicajacobs584
    @angelicajacobs584 Жыл бұрын

    My brothers went thru a jackass movie phase too 🤣🤣 my mum would lose her mind every time she'd come home 🤣

  • @monkisethojane2218
    @monkisethojane2218 Жыл бұрын

    Damn bruv I cannot believe this. Dope content wish I opened up to my dad. He tried.

  • @blackwealthmediatv
    @blackwealthmediatv2 жыл бұрын

    Hey guys. Love your show. This was super deep and emotional for a lot of people. Love how you shared your story. Would love to edit an episode for in exchange for a review.

  • @celesteengelbrecht2872
    @celesteengelbrecht28722 жыл бұрын

    New sub keep them coming very interesting conversation we don’t always have

  • @Theshowdonwnfc
    @Theshowdonwnfc2 жыл бұрын

    This is amazing 🙌🏾🙌🏾

  • @waywayohlson8566
    @waywayohlson85662 жыл бұрын

    Amazing content. Well done bro , new subscriber👊

  • @thoughtswordsactionbyjoel
    @thoughtswordsactionbyjoel2 жыл бұрын

    Keep pushing Josh, you are doing amazing work.

  • @kaydibs1698
    @kaydibs16982 жыл бұрын

    wish that everyone learns from this, in a good way.

  • @daniclaudivanzyl1077
    @daniclaudivanzyl10772 жыл бұрын

    This is amazing!

  • @debbyrubin-wiesenbacher8836
    @debbyrubin-wiesenbacher88362 жыл бұрын

    Love this ❤️

  • @icecube127
    @icecube1272 жыл бұрын

    Keep it coming legend

  • @leboramphoamane1994
    @leboramphoamane19942 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant Josh!

  • @daniclaudivanzyl1077
    @daniclaudivanzyl10772 жыл бұрын

    Amazing!

  • @LILREMAlNS
    @LILREMAlNS2 жыл бұрын

    What drugs were you on? I'm a former heroin addict.

  • @leonmngqibisa9505
    @leonmngqibisa95052 жыл бұрын

    What a lovely Relationship

  • @jarredgraffiti
    @jarredgraffiti Жыл бұрын

    I feel like you're just like your dad

  • @sophiavocalmind
    @sophiavocalmind2 жыл бұрын

    wow this was emotional

  • @__-vq2to
    @__-vq2to2 жыл бұрын

    I'm a new subscriber 🙌🏻

  • @c_sal
    @c_sal2 жыл бұрын

    Did you ever see the Seinfeld episode when Elaine got tested positive for Opium because she ate poppy seed muffins? I can't believe that actually happened to you 😂🤣😭 wow I've enjoyed this so much, truly so inspiring and mind blowing stories. You're an absolute living legend. Thank you for this. 🙏🏻

  • @fatboy_dakskroef
    @fatboy_dakskroef2 жыл бұрын

    commenting so that youtube pushes this video

  • @joshmendez2577
    @joshmendez25772 жыл бұрын

    Curious to know wht drugs wht u were addicted too

  • @bretthart1499
    @bretthart14992 жыл бұрын

    great content

  • @sly9812
    @sly98122 жыл бұрын

    Nice episode

  • @CleanCutSkolly
    @CleanCutSkolly2 жыл бұрын

    ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

  • @kobelegend1453
    @kobelegend14532 жыл бұрын

    im also clean for years , what was your drug of choice if you dont mind me asking ?

  • @fatboy_dakskroef
    @fatboy_dakskroef2 жыл бұрын

    keep it up

  • @fatboy_dakskroef
    @fatboy_dakskroef2 жыл бұрын

    great

  • @DvinPrizo
    @DvinPrizo2 жыл бұрын

    The videos cracked me up🤣

  • @keonkiddie2856
    @keonkiddie28562 жыл бұрын

    All I can think about is how I would have been dead if that was my dads trailer

  • @BlaccErrorSupremeTeam
    @BlaccErrorSupremeTeam2 жыл бұрын

    When did you start using?

  • @matthewgoldie8384
    @matthewgoldie83842 жыл бұрын

    I’m curious besides weed what drugs did you do

  • @mpho_online
    @mpho_online2 жыл бұрын

    What an awesome relationship y’all have. Wishing you continued progress in your journey of recovery❤️‍🩹

  • @BobbyNic
    @BobbyNic2 жыл бұрын

    Great first episode. I'm curious to know what you were addicted to?

  • @kimcottle1282

    @kimcottle1282

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me too

  • @ZackonBD

    @ZackonBD

    3 ай бұрын

    A little late to your question but it was pills and coke. I'm currently trying to recover too shits hard af

  • @91gerrard
    @91gerrard2 жыл бұрын

    Do you know Dean Furman, He really really looks like you. The Bafana Bafana captain 😂

  • @ricardodasilva9858
    @ricardodasilva98582 жыл бұрын

    A real question have you relapsed and if so why?

  • @fransinanakale5312
    @fransinanakale53122 жыл бұрын

    Carolina please 😁

  • @fatboy_dakskroef
    @fatboy_dakskroef2 жыл бұрын

    #podcast

  • @suhaildavids8828
    @suhaildavids88282 жыл бұрын

    What drugs were you on

  • @zaza_268

    @zaza_268

    2 жыл бұрын

    Would love to know

  • @elizabethkimberleygallias3215
    @elizabethkimberleygallias32152 жыл бұрын

    What was under that tree....

  • @fatboy_dakskroef
    @fatboy_dakskroef2 жыл бұрын

    video

  • @dominic7178
    @dominic7178 Жыл бұрын

    The birds well let say they werent to bright

  • @caitlinboshoff6306
    @caitlinboshoff6306 Жыл бұрын

    Did you go to Harmony clinic in Hout Bay?

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