About this episode
Comedian Jimmy Shin shares how comedy saved his life and gave him purpose. Watch as he opens up about his journey to recovery and sobriety on the We're Out Of Time podcast with Ricahrd Taite. For all things Richard Taite, the We're Out Of Time podcast, and Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa: https://linktr.ee/richardtaite For 1 Call Placement: https://www.1callplacement.org/ For more on Jimmy Shin: https://www.instagram.com/iamjimmyshin Key moments from this conversation with Jimmy Shin & Richard Taite. Intro 00:00 How may have Jimmy's parents' expectations of him as a child played into his addiction? 00:51 Can the worst things that happen to you become the best things that happen to you? 02:30 Why is solely being sober not enough to lead a prosperous life? 08:30 Why is the saying "more money, more problems" a fact? 08:37 Why is relapse a part of Jimmy's recovery journey and why is he grateful he never became a lawyer? 12:05 Does addiction and recovery run in Jimmy's family? 15:44 Is it more difficult for the ultra-wealthy to get sober? 24:58 How does Jimmy handle fans offering him drinks? 30:20 How was the support of others vital to Jimmy's recovery? 40:10