Josh Wilson’s story is one of extreme highs and devastating lows. A Cocoa Beach surfing prodigy competing alongside legends like Kelly Slater, Josh’s life spiraled into addiction, arrests, and prison sentences. Despite more than 80 failed attempts at sobriety, today he celebrates one full year clean and sober.

In this raw conversation, Josh opens up about:

Growing up surfing at a national level and being sponsored at just 5 years old

The devastating grip of alcohol, cocaine, and opiates that derailed his career

Chaotic years spent in county jails, rehabs, and prison—including violent encounters

Smuggling thousands of pills from Guatemala and running a weed business

The moment of clarity that finally set him on the path to recovery

Rebuilding relationships, spirituality, and finding peace after decades of chaos

Josh’s journey is proof that no matter how many times you fall, it’s never too late to rise again.

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00:00 Celebrating One Year of Sobriety
02:21 Struggles with Sobriety & Failed Attempts
05:55 Family, Childhood & the Impact of Addiction
09:00 Early Surfing Success & Fame
15:14 Addiction Escalates & Consequences Begin
20:14 First Prison Experience & Life Lessons
27:01 Life After Prison—Cycle of Relapse
33:05 Self-Sabotage and Chaos
38:34 Opiate Addiction & Painkillers
44:30 Pills, Smuggling, and Rock Bottom
51:01 Getting Sober Again—The Final Relapse
57:00 Spiritual Awakening and Prison Reflections
01:01:11 Community, Support, and Staying Connected
01:04:14 Rebuilding Family Relationships
01:06:01 Forgiveness & Helping Others
01:07:48 Wrapping Up & Words of Gratitude

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