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EP 385: Interview with Jonathan Schwartz
EP 385: Interview with Jonathan Schwartz
EP 385: Interview with Jonathan Schwartz
Tuesday 3rd June 2025
Jonathan Schwartz shares his journey from Hollywood advisor to addiction advocate in Sobertown Podcast.
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39 minutes
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Get the buttons here!From Hollywood Glamour to Redemption: Jonathan Schwartz's Story
Episode Overview
- Jonathan's journey from Hollywood advisor to addiction advocate.
- Impact of childhood trauma on addictive behaviours.
- The role of therapy in personal recovery.
- Importance of accountability and transparency in sobriety.
- Using personal experiences to help others in recovery.
I don't expect me to earn back their trust through the words out of my mouth. I'm going to earn back their trust through the actions on a daily basis.
In this episode of Sobertown Podcast, Michal Charles sits down with Jonathan Schwartz, a former Hollywood financial advisor who has turned his life around to become an addiction advocate and therapist. Jonathan's story is one of dramatic highs and lows, having once managed the wealth of celebrities like Beyoncé and Alanis Morissette, only to find himself ensnared by his own addictions to gambling and drugs. This led him down a path of embezzlement and ultimately imprisonment.
Jonathan opens up about his childhood trauma, marked by emotional and physical abuse, and how these experiences contributed to his addictive behaviours. Despite the challenges, he refuses to use his past as an excuse, instead choosing to focus on accountability and recovery. His journey through the legal system and prison became a catalyst for change, prompting him to seek therapy and ultimately become a licensed therapist himself.
Today, Jonathan is committed to helping others navigate their recovery journeys, drawing on both his personal experiences and professional expertise. He shares the importance of connecting with emotions and maintaining transparency, accountability, and kindness in recovery. His story is a testament to the power of resilience and the possibility of redemption. If you're curious about how someone can transform their life from chaos to healing, this episode offers a compelling narrative filled with lessons in perseverance and hope.
Dive into Jonathan's journey for an inspiring tale of transformation.