John: From Crack House to Buckingham Palace

In this powerful episode of Addicted to Recovery, the hosts sit down with John, who returns two years after his first appearance to share what’s changed—and it’s nothing short of remarkable.

Now nearly four years clean, John opens up about rebuilding his life from the ground up: becoming a full-time father, working in drug and alcohol services, and even being invited to Buckingham Palace for his contributions to the recovery community.

The conversation dives deep into:

• Life in recovery and the reality of “life on life’s terms”
• Overcoming grief after losing his son and finally finding acceptance
• The challenges of parenting, relationships, and responsibility in sobriety
• Letting go of old behaviours like ego, anger, and pride
• The power of the 12-step program, service, and spirituality

John’s story is raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful—a testament to what’s possible when someone fully surrenders and commits to change.

“From crack house to Buckingham Palace in four years.”

If you’re struggling, in recovery, or supporting someone who is—this episode is a must-listen.