S5-EP11: The Painted Road: Dave “Letterfly” Knoderer’s Life of Art, Healing, and Horsepower

Tonight’s episode is a wild ride with artist, author, circus kid, and spiritual wayfarer Dave “Letterfly” Knoderer, a man whose life story is splashed in vivid color across circus tents, chrome bikes, and the pages of five unforgettable books.

From performing with dancing horses to pinstriping Harleys across the country, Dave’s journey winds through recovery, reconnection, and relentless reinvention. He shares how writing emerged from his sobriety work, how a childhood shaped by misunderstanding gave way to healing, and why he believes every hardship might just be a divine invitation to grow.

We talk about:

• Life inside the tented circus—and what happens when the tents come down

• The evolution from painter-for-hire to spiritual storyteller

• Healing a broken father-son bond on the road with a carnival

• Facing addiction, grief, and estranged family with creativity and grace

• His free guidebook Hit the Road and Thrive — a call to chase your dream, even if you never leave home

Along the way, we hear original stories and poems written as tributes to Dave’s life—including The Painted Road, Letterfly: The Man Who Painted His Way Home, and a Western-style poem The Brush Rider that captures his legacy of artistry and soul.

Whether you’re chasing freedom or just trying to make sense of life’s chaos, this episode will leave you inspired to pick up your own brush—and paint a life that’s true.

Get Dave’s free book & explore his art at: letterfly.com