TheWillpowerPodcast
TheWillpowerPodcast
Podcast Description
🎯 THE WILLPOWER PODCAST: Real Recovery, Real Stories, Real Hope
Emergency liver & kidney transplant survivor turned recovery advocate. Sharing raw, unfiltered stories of transformation from rock bottom to redemption.
👀 MY STORY:
At 35, I was a middle school teacher with a deadly secret - alcohol was killing me. Given 2-3 weeks to live, an emergency double transplant saved my life. Now I share what I learned about recovery and finding purpose after addiction.
🎙️ WHAT YOU’LL FIND HERE:
- Raw recovery stories from inspiring guests
- Practical sobriety strategies that work
- Mental health & personal development
- Honest conversations about the recovery journey
- Real talk about challenges & victories
💡 NEW CONTENT:
Mondays: Long-form interviews
Thursdays: Recovery insights & motivation
🔔 CONNECT:
Instagram: @thewillpowerpodcast
Email: [email protected]
💪 ”Your greatest chapter isn’t behind you - it’s waiting to be written.”
#SoberLife #RecoveryPodcast #AddictionRecovery
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
This podcast centers on themes of addiction recovery, mental health, personal transformation, and authenticity. Notable episodes cover vital topics such as the impact of trauma on addiction, personal sobriety stories, and actionable advice from experts, exemplified by episodes featuring former MLB pitcher Brandon Puffer discussing redemption and recovery insights from addiction expert Faust Ruggiero.
From the Edge of Nothing to the Heart of Everything.
I’m Will Gordon, a Boston school teacher who nearly lost it all. At 35, I was sneaking drinks, hiding bottles in places that still sting to think about, my body down to a two-week fuse. My liver and kidneys shot. Transplants gave me breath; sobriety gave me purpose. I’m by no means an expert, just a schoolteacher who’s learned the hard way: life’s not about dodging pain, it’s about wrestling it into meaning. With over 11,000 YouTube friends and stories reaching hundreds of thousands, The Willpower Podcast is where we delve into the raw, messy beauty of getting back up. Think deep chats, real tools, and stories that hit like a quiet revelation. I’m here to share what I’ve learned, to spark your own fire, and to build something bigger than myself. Ready to find what’s possible? Let’s talk about it.
Why This’ll Grab You (And Won’t Let Go):
• Stories That Cut Deep: From addiction’s shadows to hard-won light, hear from people who’ve been to the edge and back. These aren’t just tales, they’re truths that feel like yours, told with heart.
• Tools That Land: Practical, no-BS ways to tame cravings, sharpen your mind, and turn pain into power. Straight from my scars, offered with care.
• Conversations That Stay: We unpack recovery’s real side. The doubts, the wins, the moments of clarity that sneak up on you. It’s like a late-night talk with someone who gets it, no pretense.
• Sparks for the Soul: Quick, thoughtful nudges. Gratitude for a hot coffee or a clear day, to keep your fire burning between episodes.
🎧 New Episodes Every Friday: Fresh episodes with stories that shift you, wisdom that grounds you, and motivation that feels like a friend’s quiet push. One listen could reframe your life.
JOIN THE MOVEMENT:
- YouTube: @TheWillpowerPodcast (full video eps—subscribe for the visuals that hit harder).
- Audio Platforms: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible—search “The Willpower Podcast with Will Gordon.”
- Instagram: @thewillpowerpodcast (daily Reels, tips, and community vibes).
- Connect Direct: [email protected]. Book a FREE 30-minute sober mentoring session via my Calendly (link in IG bio too)—let’s chat if you’re ready to flip the script.
“Your greatest comeback starts the moment you decide it’s possible.” Feel that pull? Hit play. One story could change your lens. Subscribe, and let’s build something unstoppable.
In this episode of The WillPower Podcast, Chad Dunn shares how he went from chasing adrenaline as a BMX rider to six DUIs, crack addiction, and a 30-month sentence in federal prison.
He opens up about the moment he knew he had to change, how meeting a sober bartender shifted his path, and why losing his freedom—not just his health—was the real rock bottom.
Now sober, he trains pro athletes and lives with purpose every day.
A raw, honest story of hitting bottom and climbing back with clarity.
💬 Comment below with your thoughts, questions, or just to say you’re on the journey too.
🙏 If this episode hits home, drop a comment and let us know. And PLEASE—smash that subscribe button so we can keep these powerful convos coming.
🙏 If you believe in the mission of spreading hope and healing through real recovery stories, please consider donating to the podcast. Every dollar helps keep this content going and reaching the people who need it most. → [https://buymeacoffee.com/thewillpowerpodcast]
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