Making Your DRAG Work for YOU with Pollo Del MarMaking Your DRAG Work for YOU with Pollo Del Mar
At The CCC
Pollo Del Mar shares their journey from addiction to recovery through the art of drag and activism, offering insights and inspiration for those in recovery.
59:56•13 Mar 2024
Pollo Del Mar: Drag, Recovery, and Activism
Episode Overview
- Pollo Del Mar's journey from addiction to sobriety through drag.
- The role of fundraising and activism in Pollo's career.
- Balancing a public persona with personal growth.
- Political activism, especially around Prop 8.
- Using creativity as a tool for recovery.
“If my personality shines too brightly for you, you'd better put on a pair of sunglasses because don't expect me to dim the light”
Get ready for an eye-opening chat with Pollo Del Mar, a drag artist who has turned their art into a powerful tool for recovery and advocacy. In this episode of 'At The CCC', Anthony and Louis Lou sit down with Pollo to discuss the transformative journey from addiction to sobriety and how drag played a pivotal role in this process.
Pollo shares candid stories about starting drag in 2006, the challenges faced, and the incredible fundraising efforts that marked the early days of their career. You'll be fascinated by how Pollo balanced a high-profile drag persona with personal growth and sobriety, offering a unique perspective on using creativity to stay sober. Pollo's political activism, especially around Prop 8, also gets a spotlight, showing how drag can be a platform for change.
The episode is peppered with humour, heartfelt moments, and practical advice for anyone in recovery or supporting someone who is. Whether you're a fan of drag or just looking for inspiration in your own recovery journey, this conversation promises to be both entertaining and enlightening. Don't miss out on this blend of glamour, grit, and genuine human connection.
Tune in to hear how Pollo Del Mar makes their drag work for them—and how you can find your own path to recovery.
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