#YOULIVE 177 - WWE Amputee Zach Gowen#YOULIVE 177 - WWE Amputee Zach Gowen
This Life #YOULIVE with Dr. Drew
After losing his left leg to cancer at age eight, Zach Gowan went on to become the first one-legged professional wrestler in history. At nineteen, he signed a three-year contract with the World Wrestling Entertainment and was featured...
53:31•25 Mar 2019
Zach Gowen: Wrestling with Life's Challenges and Triumphs
“But this weird, out of body third person looking down on my head experience happened and the words came out of my mouth and those words were: yes, I'm high, but I don't want to be and I'm scared and I don't know what to do and I need help.”
Imagine losing a leg to cancer at the tender age of eight, only to become a professional wrestler in your teens. That's the incredible journey of Zach Gowen, who joins Dr. Drew and co-hosts Bob Forrest and Mike Catherwood on this episode of 'This Life #YOULIVE'. Zach opens up about his early love for wrestling, despite his physical limitations, and how he made history as the first one-legged wrestler in WWE. But his story doesn't stop there.
Zach also delves into his battle with addiction, sharing candidly about his struggles with drugs and alcohol. He reflects on the turning points that led him to sobriety, including the vital role of mentors and support systems. The conversation is both raw and inspiring, offering a look at how resilience and determination can overcome even the most daunting obstacles. Additionally, therapist Simone Bienne makes a guest appearance to tackle listener questions, adding another layer of insight to this multifaceted discussion.
Whether you're interested in wrestling, addiction recovery, or simply human perseverance, this episode is a must-listen.
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