Anna Valenzuela
Anna Valenzuela
Mark James Heath
Mark James Heath
Mark James Heath
Monday 21st June 2021
Mark James Heath discusses poetry, comedy, and sobriety with hosts Anna Valenzuela and Dave Yates on '12 Questions'. Listen now!
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65 minutes
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Anna Valenzuela
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Once you start clearing those things out, you start realizing it's like: oh, I never was that tall as I. I'm actually not five, eight, I'm actually five, seven, or it's like I'm actually. I am two inches taller than you and I am Five, four, and I know I'm Five, four, because I used to fight competitively.
Ever wondered how someone juggles poetry, comedy, and the challenges of sobriety? In this episode of '12 Questions', hosts Anna Valenzuela and Dave Yates sit down with Mark James Heath, a Chicago-based poet, comedian, and father. Mark's story is a blend of struggle, triumph, and growth, offering listeners a raw and inspiring look into his life.
He opens up about his journey to sobriety, the intersection of his creative pursuits with recovery, and the chaos that addiction brought into his life. Mark’s candidness about grieving in recovery, facing toxic masculinity, and embracing honesty and vulnerability is both relatable and uplifting. He also delves into the impact of the pandemic on his recovery journey and the importance of community support.
One of the most striking aspects of this conversation is Mark's ability to mix humor with profound insights, making for an engaging and thought-provoking episode. Whether you're navigating your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, Mark's story offers hope and a sense of connection. Tune in to hear about his experiences and reflections on making a career comeback after being a homemaker, and how spirituality plays a crucial role in his recovery.