The Truth About Addiction
My name is Ron Isherwood, a recovering addict. Born into the infamous underworld of criminal Painters and Dockers in Melbourne. At 37 years clean, I embarked on my own journey of recovery 42 years ago. The last thing that I could give up was my addiction to crime.
Today, I am the founder of ‘The Truth About Addiction’, a compelling podcast that delves into the depths of mental health, addiction, and the path to recovery. I will share my own journey and unveil the raw and powerful stories of individuals from all walks of life; from current addicts to those on the road of recovery and the families affected. Every tale is genuine and unfiltered.
Addiction doesn't discriminate, but neither does hope. If one person resonates with one’s story, if one person can find hope and empowerment from one’s story, it’s a win.
If you have a specific topic in mind or want to share your own story, don't hesitate to reach out. This is your invitation to enjoy our extraordinary chats, where hope prevails, and recovery is not just a dream but an awe-inspiring reality.
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The Truth About Addiction
Ep97. Steve Balbi, Rock n Roll and heroin
Performer, composer and producer Steve Balbi was very much the child prodigy. His first professional debut was with Kevin Borich Express at just 17 years of age in front of an audience of 10000. He later found Australian chart-toppers Noiseworks and Electric Hippies.
‘I was born with a gift’.
Steve was on a stable diet of alcohol and pot for a decade, travelling the world, drinking and scoring wherever he wanted. But his true first love was heroin.
Four multi-platinum award-winning albums and various ARIA Aware Nominations later, Steve is now clean for 25 years. Listen to Steve recount ‘the miracle’ in his recovery journey. He places a significant emphasis on the love and support he received from the community of Narcotics Anonymous.
Discover the creative portfolio of Steve Balbi at https://stevebalbi.com/ and gain insights into his inspirational journey by following his Instagram page @stevebalbi
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