In this episode of the Sober Motivation Podcast, Mod Sun shares his transformative journey from a chaotic childhood in rural Minnesota to becoming a successful solo artist. He discusses growing up with divorced parents, early sports ambitions, and how he looked up to Travis Barker which sparked his music career. Mod Sun opens up about his battles with alcohol, cocaine, and the turning points that led him to sobriety, and the steps he took to battle addiction. Just passing 5 years this is Mod Sun’s story on the Sober Motivation Podcast.
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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
01:05 Early Life in Minnesota
05:04 Transition to Sports and Social Life
09:03 Discovering Music and High School Challenges
21:25 Substance Use and Post-High School Journey
27:44 First Band and the Influence of Bob Dylan
32:58 Joining Four Letter Lie and Pursuing a Solo Career
35:02 First Tour Experiences and Early Career
35:58 Struggles with Substance Abuse
38:37 A Dark Turning Point
43:01 The Path to Sobriety
45:08 Maintaining Sobriety and Personal Growth
48:19 The First Day of Sobriety
56:17 Embracing Sobriety and Its Challenges
01:08:10 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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