Dr Daniel & Tana Amen
Dr Daniel & Tana Amen
From Vodka to Victory: How the Real "Jerry Maguire" Hit Rock Bottom, Rebuilt His Life, and Stood Up to the NFL
From Vodka to Victory: How the Real "Jerry Maguire" Hit Rock Bottom, Rebuilt His Life, and Stood Up to the NFL
From Vodka to Victory: How the Real "Jerry Maguire" Hit Rock Bottom, Rebuilt His Life, and Stood Up to the NFL
Monday 17th November 2025
Leigh Steinberg shares his journey from addiction to recovery, tackling brain health in sports and offering hope for those struggling.
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Episode Overview
- Leigh Steinberg shares his journey from addiction to recovery.
- Importance of brain health awareness in contact sports.
- Role of brain scans in identifying and treating injuries.
- Success of 12-step programmes in overcoming addiction.
- Advocacy for safer practices in sports to prevent injuries.
"My responsibility to athletes has to be more than simply stacking dollar after dollar in their bank book."
Get ready to be moved by the real-life account of Leigh Steinberg, the legendary sports agent who inspired the film 'Jerry Maguire'. In this episode, Leigh joins Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen to share his incredible journey from the heights of representing NFL stars to the depths of addiction. Leigh opens up about hitting rock bottom, closing his office, and finding solace in a 12-step programme that transformed his life.
The conversation touches on the brain health crisis in contact sports, as Leigh recounts his early efforts to raise awareness about traumatic brain injuries. With anecdotes about NFL icons and personal battles against alcohol, Leigh's story is one of resilience and determination. He reveals how brain scans and recovery tools helped him rebuild his life, offering hope to anyone facing similar struggles.
You'll also hear about the importance of brain health in sports and how changing perceptions can make a difference. Whether you're a sports fan or someone on a recovery journey, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Curious about how Leigh Steinberg turned his life around? Dive into this captivating discussion and explore what it takes to overcome adversity and find victory.