Nick Morton: comedian, filmmaker, addict in recovery
Nick Morton: comedian, filmmaker, addict in recovery
Episode 93 - Kaila Yu
Episode 93 - Kaila Yu
Episode 93 - Kaila Yu
Tuesday 2nd September 2025
Explore Kaila Yu's transformation from addiction to sobriety in The Drunkalogues Episode 93. Discover her empowering journey and new memoir.
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49 minutes
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Nick Morton: comedian, filmmaker, addict in recovery
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Episode Overview
- Kaila Yu shares her transformation from addiction to sobriety.
- Her memoir discusses Asian fetishism and beauty standards.
- The episode offers humorous insights into addiction recovery.
- Kaila's journey includes working through various twelve-step programmes.
- Explores the impact of cultural pressures on personal choices.
Ecstasy felt like pure love, like a love I had never felt in my entire life.
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Episode 93 of The Drunkalogues features Kaila Yu, a former import model who transformed her life from the chaotic rave scene of Southern California to becoming a sober writer. Born in Kansas and raised by strict 'tiger mom' parents, Kaila's story is one of rebellion and recovery.
She candidly shares her experiences with ecstasy and cocaine, which led her to drop out of college and pursue a modelling career amidst street racing culture. Her journey through various twelve-step programmes eventually helped her find stability and purpose. Now a published author, Kaila's memoir explores the complexities of Asian fetishism and beauty standards, reflecting on how media and personal choices shape societal perceptions.
The episode, hosted by Nick Morton, is filled with humour and honesty, as Kaila talks about her sobriety journey, the struggles of addiction, and the empowering nature of recovery communities. If you're looking for an inspiring tale of transformation with a touch of laughter, this episode is a must-listen. How do you think societal pressures influence our personal choices? Tune in to hear Kaila's remarkable journey.