Artist Recovery Podcast
Artist Recovery Podcast is Bringing Light to the Darkside of Art by navigating Creativity and Mental Health with Honesty, Empathy, and Transformation.
Join Rich Wright on an authentic journey through the highs and lows of being a working artist and designer as well as other creatives who are doing the same as we tell their stories. Discover mental health insights, find solidarity, and embrace healing as you continue your artistic career.
Want to be a guest on Artist Recovery Podcast? Send Rich Wright a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/artistrecovery
Episodes
25 episodes
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 25 | Near Death Experience to Art Revolutionary: Christopher Quigley
In this emotionally raw and deeply inspiring episode, Rich Wright sits down with Christopher Quigley—founder of Alchemia Art Workshop and visionary creator of Transformation of Dangerous Spaces. Quigley opens up about surviving not one, but TWO...
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Episode 25
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2:14:28
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 24 | Trauma to Intuition: Claire Louise Hay’s Journey to Healing & Power
“I had three kidneys, abusive parents, and angels that kept me alive.” That’s how Claire Louise Hay begins her jaw-dropping story of resilience, spiritual awakening, and radical self-healing.In this powerful episode of the Artist Recovery P...
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Episode 24
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2:10:09
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 23 | Dan Zimmermann: Wild Ride from BMX Misfit Kid to Elite Car Designer
This week, we sit down with Dan Zimmermann — a name that might not be on the tip of your tongue yet, but one you won’t forget after hearing this. Dan is a renowned automotive design leader with over 20 years in the game. From iconic muscle cars...
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Episode 23
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2:23:06
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 22 | Trauma to Triumph: Sherry James' Powerful Story of Mental Wealth
In this must-watch episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, we sit down with Sherry James—mental health advocate, CXO of Phoenix Speaks Inc., founder of 2020 Lives Changed, and host of Creating Mental Wealth—for a raw, emotional, and inspiring c...
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Episode 22
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1:16:44
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep.21 | East LA to Star Wars,Stranger Things: Rey Paez Self-Made Illustrator
🔥 In this powerful episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, we sit down with LA-based illustrator Rey Paez, whose nostalgic, rebellious art style has made waves across pop culture giants like Stranger Things, Star Wars, Topps, and more. Rey open...
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Episode 21
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2:04:01
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 20 | Jodi Remenap: From Physical Therapy to Culinary Passion
🔥 In this powerful and raw episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, we sit down with the dynamic Jodi Remenap—a chef, entrepreneur, former physical therapist, and creative powerhouse. Buckle up, because her story is anything but linear.🧠 Fro...
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Episode 20
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1:31:47
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 19 | "True Story: They called me Kid Rock, too!" Pierre Mayo
🔥 In this powerhouse episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with the incomparable Pierre Mayo — a multi-talented recording artist, audio/visual production mogul, and pastor — for a raw, inspiring, and deeply personal...
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Episode 19
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4:21:32
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep 18 | Joanna Lloyd’s Journey from Art to Healing: childhood trauma shapes
🎨 Discover the powerful connection between art, trauma, and healing in this riveting episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast! Join host Rich Wright as he sits down with Joanna Lloyd, an artist, birthing specialist, and founder of Mumabuba and Ec...
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Episode 18
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1:53:37
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep 17 | Soccer Scholarship to Art Therapy, Lindsay Reynold's Journey
Welcome back to the Artist Recovery Podcast — where creativity meets healing. In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, host Rich Wright sits down with multidisciplinary artist and board-certified creative arts therapist Lindsay Reynolds t...
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Episode 17
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1:59:03
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep 16 | From Sensitive Kid to Spiritual Creative: Peter Bragino’s Journey
In this soul-stirring episode of theArtist Recovery Podcast, Rich Wright reconnects with visionary artist and former US Marine Peter Bragino, more than a decade after their last face-to-face meeting. What unfolds is not just an interview—it’s a...
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Episode 16
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2:04:37
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep.15 | Being Wildly Authentic, Redefine Success, Owning Weird - Lisa Borden
What happens when a quiet, sensitive kid grows up to disrupt industries and redefine what success really means? This week’s episode of Artist Recovery Podcast features the wildly original Lisa Borden—a reiki master, urban organic farmer, ethica...
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Episode 15
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1:58:45
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 14 | From Combat to Canvas: The Untold Journey of Artist John Rios
In this unforgettable episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with John Rios, a self-taught creative powerhouse whose art has graced the stages of rock legends like KISS, Motley Crue, Ted Nugent, Kid Rock, Eminem, Unc...
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Episode 14
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1:45:34
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep.13 | Healing Through Design, Trauma, and Transcendence - Claire O'Connor
🌿 In this unforgettable episode, we sit down with Claire O’Connor — intuitive essence midwife, brand stylist, and founder of Wellness Web Designers — to uncover a life journey filled with resilience, creativity, and spiritual reclamation. This ...
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Episode 13
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3:16:56
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 12 | Transforming Fitness for Creatives: Trea Cotton’s Journey & Vision
In this captivating interview on the Artist Recovery Podcast, Trea Cotton, founder of Next World Fitness, opens up about his unique journey in fitness and how he’s redefining wellness for artists and creatives. From growing up in Drew, Mississi...
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Episode 12
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1:17:00
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep.11 | Why Creative Mindset is Key to Innovate in Business Sarah Bierenbaum
In this episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, Sarah Bierenbaum shares her inspiring and unorthodox journey from professional theatrical stage manager to tech startup executive, and now, founder and coach at Nimble Penguin Coaching. Sarah brin...
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Episode 11
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2:15:06
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 10 | Nearly giving it all up and what pulled him back- Gareth Robertson
🔥 What does it take to grow a brand from scratch and evolve through chaos? In this gripping episode of Artist Recovery Podcast we sit down with Gareth Robertson, the powerhouse behind GR-aphic Studio (formerly Design Pit). From his kitchen tabl...
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Episode 10
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1:58:17
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep 9 | "This Flyer Saved My Life" – John McBride’s Turning Point
🔥 WATCH THIS if you’ve ever felt stuck, doubted your path, or needed that one sign to keep going.In this raw and inspiring episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, Rich Wright sits down with John McBride — Director of Product Design at Bestw...
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Episode 9
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2:35:27
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 8 | Turning Pain into Purpose & Building Community with Scott Fisk
🌟 Get ready to be inspired! In this powerful episode, Rich Wright sits down with Scott Fisk—a professional hot rod illustrator, author, and founder of the "IAIAM Community for Creatives." Scott’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and purp...
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Episode 8
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2:09:02
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 7 | Breaking the Silence: A Story of Loss, Hope & Suicide Prevention with Dennis Liegghio
💔 What if one moment changed your life forever?For Dennis Liegghio, that moment came when he was just 13 years old, when he tragically lost his father to suicide. In this raw, emotional, and deeply inspirin...
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Episode 7
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1:33:41
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep.6 | Reinvention, Resilience & the Art of Creativity with Tracy Matthews
What happens when your entire business collapses overnight? Tracy Matthews knows this story all too well. In this powerful and eye-opening interview, Tracy sits down with Rich Wright to share her incredible journey of re...
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Episode 6
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1:08:49
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 5 | Creativity, Risk-Taking & Reinvention with Jon Bannan
In this inspiring and eye-opening conversation, Rich Wright sits down with Jon Bannan, an illustrator, designer, and musician based in Richmond, Virginia. Jon has worked with major names like Morgan Wallen, Chris Staplet...
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Episode 5
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1:37:33
Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 4 | Maddox & Dwight - The Power of Creativity, Resilience and Community
In this deeply moving and insightful conversation, Rich Wright sits down with Maddox and Dwight Spencer, co-founders of For the Love of Creatives, to discuss creativity, resilience, and the urgent need to rebuild authentic community in a post-p...
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Episode 4
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1:49:16
Artist Recovery Episode 3 Wendy Powell "Understanding Personality Types and Growth"
In this Episode Rich Wright sits down with Wendy Powell to discuss her life journey and how creativity has played out in her life along with a husband that is an Agency Lead and what it's like living with a creative. Wendy's journey has lead he...
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Episode 3
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1:49:39
Artist Recovery Episode 2 Tom Powell "I watched you lose everything and gain so much more!"
In this engaging conversation, Rich Wright and Tom Powell explore themes of humor, personal growth, and the journey of creativity. They discuss Tom's multifaceted career, his upbringing in a pastor's home, and the challenges and triumphs of nav...
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Episode 2
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1:49:01
Artist Recovery Pod Ep1 Marilyn Edwards - "She was a Shrimp Boat Captain!!!!"
In this Episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast Rich Wright talks with Marilyn Edwards about what life was like growing up, becoming and Art student, then Shrimp Boat Captain and then an Intuitive Healer. Marilyn has a quite a journey in the cre...
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Episode 1
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1:47:25