Artist Recovery Podcast

Artist Recovery Podcast is Bringing Light to the Darkside of Art. I’m Rich — and here, recovery means resilience. Because for artists, it’s more than survival… it’s revival.
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. 31: Peter Gunn – From Near-Death Experience to Creative Powerhouse

September 12, 2025 • Rich Wright • Season 1 • Episode 31

What happens when a child survives a near-death experience, grows up battling PTSD, and reinvents himself through bodybuilding, poetry, and art? Meet Peter Gunn — United States Air Force veteran, resilience advocate, poet, guitarist, graphic novelist, and spiritual explorer — whose story of survival, creativity, and transformation will inspire you.
✨ Moments You Can’t Miss:
The Childhood NDE – At 7 years old, Peter describes leaving his body, walking through a tunnel of light, and meeting an angel who told him: “Your job isn’t done.”
Peter Gunn Highlights:

Combat & PTSD – A siren sound back home triggered flashbacks from Afghanistan, forcing Peter to fight back through bodybuilding, meditation, and writing.
From Obesity to Bodybuilding – Once a 230-pound 12-year-old, Peter reshaped his life with discipline and fitness, proving transformation starts with the mind.
Creativity as Survival – Writing epic poetry (The Amazons, The Kuruppi’s Curse), creating Sigma Squad graphic novels, and blending spirituality into superhero storytelling.
Music & Healing – How poetry evolved into songwriting, building soundtracks, and forming a band entirely through online collaboration.
Advice for Veterans & Creatives – Why he says “start creative writing” as a daily practice to calm the mind and reclaim control.

Topics Covered:

✔️ Growing up empathic after a near-death experience
✔️ Childhood struggles, self-isolation, and transformation through fitness
✔️ Lessons from military service, combat survival, and discipline
✔️ PTSD recovery practices: meditation, bodybuilding, creative writing
✔️ Building poetry, music, and graphic novels from lived experience
✔️ The power of self-publishing and owning your creative content

🚀 Why Watch?

Peter’s story isn’t just about survival — it’s about reinvention. From flight lines in Afghanistan to poetry notebooks, from lifting weights to playing guitar, his journey proves trauma doesn’t define you — creativity can heal you.
Whether you’re a veteran, creative, or someone facing adversity, this conversation shows how resilience and transformation are possible when you channel your gifts.

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