Artist Recovery Podcast

Artist Recovery Podcast is Bringing Light to the Darkside of Art. I’m Rich Wright, your host — and here we're redefining recovery as Renewal, Resilience and Creative Transformation. Because for artists, it’s more than survival… it’s Remembering.
This show is about the real journey of being a working creative — the highs, the lows, the pivots, and the reinventions that shape who we are. Together we’ll explore how setbacks can spark transformation, how loss can open new paths, and how resilience fuels the heart of every artist’s story.
If you’ve ever faced doubt, setback, or the call to reinvent yourself, you’re in the right place. Let’s recover — and create — together.”

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Artist Recovery Podcast Ep. 7 | Breaking the Silence: A Story of Loss, Hope & Suicide Prevention with Dennis Liegghio

April 04, 2025 • Rich Wright • Season 1 • Episode 7

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💔 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 inspiring interview, Dennis sits down with Rich Wright to share how he turned his personal pain into a global movement of hope, healing, and suicide prevention.

👉 If you or someone you love has ever struggled with loss, mental health, or finding purpose after tragedy, this episode will speak to your heart.

🔥 Key Moments You Can’t Miss:

🔹 “The last words I ever heard from my father haunt me to this day.”
Dennis opens up about the heartbreaking final conversation with his father and the emotional impact of losing a parent to suicide at such a young age. This moment sets the stage for an unforgettable journey of healing and activism.

🔹 "I turned my pain into purpose—now I’m helping others do the same."
Rather than letting grief define him, Dennis founded KnowResolve, a powerful organization dedicated to suicide prevention and mental health awareness. His story is proof that hope can rise from even the darkest moments.

🔹 “Suicide isn’t about wanting to die—it’s about wanting the pain to stop.”
Dennis shares life-changing insights into the mindset of those struggling with suicidal thoughts, breaking down myths, stigma, and how we can all be part of the solution.

🔹 Music as Healing: How Writing Songs Saved My Life
Dennis reveals how music became his outlet for survival, leading him to write songs that connected deeply with others facing similar struggles. This segment is raw, powerful, and inspiring for anyone who has ever turned to creativity as a way to cope.

🔹 The ONE Question That Can Save a Life
During the interview, Dennis shares the most important question you can ask someone who may be struggling—a simple but life-changing approach to opening a conversation that could make all the difference.

🎯 Why This Interview Matters:

✅ Mental Health Awareness – Understanding the impact of suicide and how we can offer support.
✅ Personal Growth & Healing – Transforming grief into a mission that helps others.
✅ Actionable Advice – Practical tips on how to talk about suicide and support loved ones.
✅ Inspiration & Hope – A reminder that even in the darkest times, there is light ahead.

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By watching and sharing this conversation, you’re helping break the silence around mental health and suicide prevention. Let’s spread hope together!

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