In this soul-stirring episode of theArtist Recovery Podcast, Rich Wright reconnects with visionary artist and former US Marine Peter Bragino, more than a decade after their last face-to-face meeting. What unfolds is not just an interview—it’s a powerful story of resilience, creativity, leadership, overcoming addiction and spiritual discovery.
👉 Watch now if you're ready to be inspired by the evolution of an artist who blends discipline, emotion, and intuition into every brushstroke.
🌀 WHO IS PETER BRAGINO?
Mixed-media visual artist & creative director
US Marine Corps veteran turned air traffic controller
Overcoming Addiction with Plant Medicine
Indigenous medicine community participant
Advocate for self-discovery and inner healing
✨ TOP VIRAL MOMENTS YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS:
00:07:45 – The subway epiphany that revealed Peter was destined to be an artist
00:13:40 – Why all the girls in junior high had their eyes on Bragino 👀00:16:17 – How playing catcher in baseball shaped his leadership style for life
00:33:12 – Airbrushing Ninja Turtles for $1 a shirt: Peter’s first taste of entrepreneurial art
00:35:33 – “You’re going to be a Marine”: The lightning-bolt moment that changed everything
00:39:04 – Becoming the platoon guide in bootcamp and leading 100+ Marines
00:43:36 – Peter’s insights into how creativity and structure can coexist
🔍 KEY THEMES COVERED:
~ How childhood sports and art intertwined to shape his worldview
~ What military discipline taught him about structure, confidence, and identity
~ The spiritual journey behind his vibrant, Earth-rooted artwork
~ The struggle between practical life paths and creative calling
~ Why self-discovery is essential in both life and art
💡 Whether you're an artist, a veteran, a spiritual seeker, or simply someone navigating life’s transitions—Peter’s story will move you, challenge you, and inspire you to follow your inner voice.
🛠️ CREATIVE INSIGHT: Peter dives into how being trained by mentor Jeff Fisher helped him unlock authentic creativity and break free from conventional thinking. A must-watch for any creative struggling to find their own style!
Connect with Peter: https://www.bragino.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bragino
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bragino/
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