176: Brian Cuban - The Addicted Lawyer176: Brian Cuban - The Addicted Lawyer
Soberful
Brian Cuban is the younger brother of Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban. He talks candidly about his battle with alcohol and cocaine addiction and how he overcame an eating disorder. His latest book, 'The Ambulance Chaser' is out now. To learn...
41:48•6 Apr 2022
Brian Cuban's Journey: Battling Addiction and Breaking Stigmas
“We all do that- crumpled it up and tossed it in the wastebasket. I did manage to graduate and I decided that I would go to law school, not because I wanted to be a lawyer, not because I had any visions of being emulating atticus finch. I was xanaxing through The Day, cocaining through the night, hard way to practice law and I had lost all my clients.”
Ever thought about how childhood trauma can shape your adult life? In this episode of 'Soberful', Veronica Valli and Chip Somers sit down with Brian Cuban, the younger brother of Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban. Brian opens up about his struggles with alcohol and cocaine addiction, as well as an eating disorder. He doesn’t shy away from discussing the impact of his childhood experiences on his mental health.
Brian also tackles the often-overlooked issue of male eating disorders and the importance of being honest in recovery. The conversation touches on harm reduction and Narcan advocacy, shedding light on these crucial topics. Plus, Brian gives a sneak peek into his latest book, 'The Ambulance Chaser', and shares plans for its sequel. If you’re looking for a story that’s both raw and hopeful, this episode is a must-listen.
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