Nick Morton: comedian, filmmaker, addict in recovery
Nick Morton: comedian, filmmaker, addict in recovery
Episode 94 - Leonard Lee Buschel
Episode 94 - Leonard Lee Buschel
Episode 94 - Leonard Lee Buschel
Sunday 28th September 2025
Leonard Lee Buschel shares his wild journey from drug dealer to sobriety advocate in this engaging podcast episode.
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Episode Overview
- Leonard shares his experiences growing up in Philadelphia and early brushes with the law.
- He recounts smuggling hashish from Israel and the dangers faced as a drug dealer.
- Leonard discusses his path to sobriety, influenced by the Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia.
- He founded a recovery film festival and a weekly addiction recovery newsletter.
- Leonard reflects on the impact of poetry and literature in his journey to clarity.
"I didn't do drugs. I was drugs."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Leonard Lee Buschel takes listeners on a wild ride through his colourful past as a drug dealer and film festival founder. In this lively episode, Leonard recounts his early days growing up in Philadelphia, where he was arrested for 'corner lounging' the night before high school started. His adventures didn't stop there, as he shares tales of smuggling hashish from Israel and narrowly escaping danger in dodgy neighbourhoods.
Despite the chaos, Leonard's journey eventually led him to sobriety, a path he never thought he'd take. Host Nick Morton keeps the conversation flowing with his comedic touch, probing Leonard about his life choices, addiction battles, and recovery experiences. Leonard's candid storytelling reveals how he transitioned from dealing drugs to becoming a drug counselor, publishing a weekly addiction recovery newsletter, and even opening a vegetarian restaurant.
With humour and honesty, Leonard reflects on how the Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia influenced his decision to stay sober and how poetry and literature helped him find clarity. If you're curious about how someone turns their life around after years of addiction, this episode offers plenty of laughs and insights. Have you ever wondered what it takes to make such a dramatic change? Tune in to hear Leonard's captivating tales and discover how he found peace in sobriety.