Neil Scott
Neil Scott, Brian Harris, Danny Trejo
The Story of Brian Harris - A Man Who Faced Tragedy, Including a Serious Car Crash, the Murder of his Daughter, and a Near Fatal Heart Attack - All While Staying Sober!
The Story of Brian Harris - A Man Who Faced Tragedy, Including a Serious Car Crash, the Murder of his Daughter, and a Near Fatal Heart Attack - All While Staying Sober!
The Story of Brian Harris - A Man Who Faced Tragedy, Including a Serious Car Crash, the Murder of his Daughter, and a Near Fatal Heart Attack - All While Staying Sober!
Saturday 7th March 2026
Discover Brian Harris's inspiring journey of resilience through tragedy while maintaining sobriety for 27 years.
33 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Brian Harris overcame multiple tragedies without relapsing.
- Community support is crucial in maintaining sobriety.
- Effective treatment centres have well-trained, dedicated staff.
- 12-step programs provide essential guardrails for recovery.
- Sharing personal stories can inspire others on their recovery journey.
"Sobriety to me is I can wake up in the morning, I can look at myself in the mirror... and I like me today."
How do people find hope in the darkest times? This episode of Recovery Coast to Coast introduces us to Brian Harris, a man whose life reads like a survival epic. Over his 27 years of sobriety, Brian faced a series of unimaginable tragedies, including a devastating car crash that almost left him paralysed, the murder of his daughter, and a near-fatal heart attack. Yet, against all odds, he remained sober.
His story is not just one of survival but also of resilience and strength, detailed in his book 'Stop Digging-Start Living'. Brian shares candidly about his lowest points and the moments he nearly succumbed to the bottle again. His tale is interspersed with raw honesty and humour, reminding us that recovery is a journey filled with both struggle and triumph.
His insights into the importance of community support, the power of 12-step programs, and the need for personal accountability are invaluable for anyone touched by addiction. Host Neil Scott also touches on the qualities that make a treatment centre effective, highlighting Sundown M Ranch as a model for successful recovery programs. The episode concludes with a special segment featuring actor Danny Trejo, who shares his own experiences with long-term recovery.
Brian's journey is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to overcome adversity. His story will resonate with anyone who has faced their own battles and is seeking inspiration to continue on their path to recovery. Are you ready to hear about a life transformed by sobriety?