A Brush With Death — and the Angel Who Intervened

In this episode, artist Bryant Pugh shares how addiction, depression, and overwhelming loneliness pushed him toward a path that could have ended in death. But on the night he was ready to give up, a spiritual encounter led him to an AA meeting—where a stranger he calls an angel stepped in, took him to detox, and saved his life. From that moment forward, Bryant rebuilt his world through honesty, creativity, and the healing power of connection. His recovery, shaped by both art and unexpected grace, became the foundation of a new purpose. Today, Bryant is the Director of Statewide Training at the Mental Health Empowerment Project, using his journey to empower others to reclaim their voice and transform their lives. His story is a powerful reminder that even in our darkest moments, light can break through in ways we never see coming.