Rogue Media Network
Rogue Media Network
John Bukaty: Live Performance Artist
John Bukaty: Live Performance Artist
John Bukaty: Live Performance Artist
Thursday 18th December 2025
Pete Sousa and John Bukaty discuss art, addiction, and the path to sobriety in this inspiring episode of The Payoff with Pete.
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72 minutes
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Episode Overview
- John Bukaty shares his journey from addiction to sobriety.
- Discusses the influence of family dynamics on his alcohol use.
- Explores how he found inspiration without substances.
- Highlights the role of art and creativity in his recovery.
- Emphasises the importance of a higher power in maintaining sobriety.
"Inspiration is really the secret. It's to be in spirit."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode of The Payoff with Pete, you'll find out as Pete Sousa chats with John Bukaty, a live performance artist whose journey from the chaotic jam band scene to sobriety is nothing short of remarkable. John opens up about his early life, growing up in a vibrant yet tumultuous household, and how he found solace in both art and athletics.
From the wild days of painting on stage at major rock shows to his battle with addiction, John shares how his life took a dramatic turn when he hit rock bottom. He talks candidly about the challenges of staying sober in an environment rife with temptations and how he discovered that true inspiration comes from within, not from substances. John's story is a testament to the transformative power of sobriety and the importance of self-discovery.
Throughout the episode, Pete and John explore the cultural and personal factors that shaped John's journey, offering listeners a raw and honest look at what it means to reclaim one's life from addiction. So, what can we learn from those who have battled addiction? Perhaps it's the realisation that the strength to overcome lies within us all. Don't miss this inspiring tale of recovery and redemption.