Macklemore is an incredible inspiration and story communicator. Think you’ll enjoy this one! Me and the team are hosting multiple dinner parties all across the world and we’ll be inviting 20 subscribers at a time to join us. Subscribe with a chance to be there!
Wow I get it now. The depths that Hinds Hall came from. It will never replace the impact of your previous songs, but is without a doubt your most impactful song. It strenghtens us all and it has and will change the world. Thank you for being you and showing your heart to the world.
I’m here watching Macklemore, I came to know him through Hinds Hall, and compassion when it comes to the Palestinians. This interview showed me this man is all ❤ what a gift to humanity he is
Ben speaks from a place of serenity and clarity that leaves no doubt that what he relates is absolutely true, and not wrapped up in a cloak of image-creation. Truly inspiring indeed.
Thank you for remembering those of us that are still sick and suffering from addiction. Thank you for giving us the hope of a life that is happy joyous and free.
man i wish i had this podcast when i was younger, i used to look at these big celebs and think wow they've got such perfect lives and wish i could be like them, realizing they too go through struggles would of helped me a lot back in those days to stop looking at what others have and be grateful for what i have.
wow wow man you are so talented calm interview host with a substance of questions to your interviewee to lend us time with humans who grew and went through tuff situations no piss farting around with jibber jabber you are gifted thanks Adelaide south australia
I'm running late and I shouldn't be commenting but I can't not. I am so impressed by this man. I too am in recovery, free of that monkey on my back for 38 years. I did at least three meetings a week for 10 years. Everything Macklemore says is absolutely gospel. And the humility with which he says it is so commendable. Props, kudos and whatever else you young people say.
@@santander6317 Christianity was never about religion. Souls get forgiven and saved for real. Sous go down to hell, paying for their sins for themselves for real. Christ came to set an example how to live for real and He died for all of our sins for real. Rapture - real life even soon to take place. Tribulation (Jacob's trouble) - real life event - soon to take place. Real GOD and His real promises: 1.)Outwardly peace 2.) wisdom and understanding about heavenly thinks 3.) providing food and clothing, expecting souls to seek out His Kingdom. 4.) Protection against every weapons which shall be formed against us. 5.) Free gift = eternal life. What spot about Christianity seems religious? GOD is real, humans are real, earth is real. etc. Logic says, what`s real, means reality. The facts about religions : 1 = all are lies/ false ways to heaven. 2 = all origin from masons. Now try with religions. What religion promises real thinks?
To be honest I’d never heard of this young eloquent man. He speaks with a depth & learning from experience’s. You don’t know what you don’t know until you’ve been through what you don’t know, life! I know not of his journey but I was very touched by its humanity Steven. Great job
Never heard of Macklemore prior to this. My brother struggles with addiction. I love him so I struggle too. I have been with him on his journey through his life filled with drugs, booze, violence and pain this last 40 years. I don't want him to suffer anymore. You have given me insight into what my brother's motivation might be. Thanks for your message of hope. All the best 😊
Stephen is so great, never came across someone that holds so much space for the guests to express their inner most sacred thoughts. I love it, because you get to hear the guest in such a vulnerable state, but then also Stephen's response is so well formulated and soft. Thank you!
Steven, I admire your interview skills so much. You give the guest space, time, patience and empathy. Thank you for another incredible one. Lotsa love ❤
Warning, this is the longest most personal comment I have ever posted🥳 Steven, What a wonderful podcast. Macklemore, all I hope that you will get from this comment is.... Your Dad has way more tools to have that conversation than you give him credit for. My Dad died in 2013 at 74. Out of all the kids in the later years. He and I gelled together best, I was his caregiver. And we are a lot alike. When I was 40ish. My Dad sat at the end of the kitchen table and he apologized to me about the time he gave me my first and only spanking for not coming home from the neighbor's house after they had called and called...I may have been 12. He was a blue-collar worker, Alpha male, provider, but a great Daddy. As he was telling me that story he had tears in his eyes. He had carried that guilt for three decades....I said Dad.....it sounds like it was a well-deserved spanking. But I dont remember it. AT ALL. He said really??? And I said NO, so put that away, no more feeling bad about that. And who knows maybe it kept me from becoming an out-of-control teenage girl. His face took on a peace I cant explain. Sometimes we need words of affirmation from our parents and sometimes they need it from us. He died knowing that I thought he hung the moon. His last words on his deathbed to me were all about taking care of Mama....he didn't remember that he left money for her he told me where some quarters were in a coffee can if we hit hard times. And I told him ...Dad you were such a good worker in the last years you saved a lot of money for Mama...he said ...I did??? And I said yes. Mama is going to be just fine you did right by her and all us kids. I saw that same peace come over his face. Once again he needed confirmation/affirmation.....but because he had terrible lung cancer that spread to his brain he thought we were destitute. By the way Mama has now passed too and I have that coffee can full of quarters and will forever. Point is... talk to your Dad... he is carrying guilt...I guarantee it. Who knows how long any of us have...but for all of us. life is nearing to an end...he should not have to carry that if you have forgiven him. And I know you wouldn't want him to. Much love young man, sounds like you are doing great things. 🙏 We may be old but give us some credit here.....we have the tools. 🥰
Amazing comment, what an amazing daughter you were to do that! As a dad myself I can’t imagine hearing that from my children, I can’t imagine the joy it would bring me. You and your dad are both lucky to have had each other. RIP to your parents x
@@krisb-travel Thank you, for your lovely comment. I dont regret a moment of taking care of them. They get all the respect for being parents who had a Seventh grade education, because they had to work the fields. But raising 4 kids and we all turned out good....even through the 80's and 90's. 🥳
Oooooo this conversation was life. Favourite take away “Authenticity confuses people, conformity fits.” & “Detach from the outcome. Just make it coz you love it dude.” Thank you 🙏🏽 so much for this
I literally found this after searching otherside. Thats what I needed to hear this is why I'm here.. ❤I've missed you thank you both for this totally honest interview 😢
Haven't even watched the interview but I love hearing Mack speak! Thank you for having him on. He's helped out so many people with his message, can't wait
You know what I really love about listening to Steven and his guest, it’s the vulnerability that we are all human and we all go through some things and sometimes hearing someone talking about their struggles and how they pushed through helps us push through. Thank you Steven and everyone let’s keep being kind and extend grace to one another ❤
I had no idea what he went through, there is so much pain in his story but also as he speaks, it sounds as if he is rapping already, such an amazing talent. I am greatly happy he found himself again.Thank you for this episode
Such a beautiful person, been through his struggles like all of us and I just love his openness about his life. Opening up for anyone is hard but at the same time very admirable 🙏🏻
I'm a chronic alcoholic, got diagnosed by the time I was 18 (no slow descent), have had over decade-long sobriety and also shorter periods sprinkled with relapse. Tried so so hard so many ways to be normal. So have given that "why" question a lot of thought most of my life. Macklemore gave the most accurate answer I've ever heard, and I worked in the addiction treatment field for 10 years, met a lot of well educated professionals. Everyone always wants to find an event, a trauma, a bad childhood or chemical imbalance to blame. Those things may trigger reaching for it to begin with, but the compulsion happens in the absence of all of those as well.
I have always said I was born an addict. I'm 68 now. Yes, it was drugs but I get addicted to everything I do. I never do a little of anything life offers. I do the max. It's great if it's a good thing, but it wasn't always. I'm clean today, except for methadone, for 18 years. That has been unbreakable because Drs think withdraw is the same as other opiates. It isn't. My young addiction caused hepc all the way through to liver transplant. Dr's and many people don't understand addict and think all you need is will power. Not so. But life is good. I'm alive.
People really really don't understand, even when they have their own struggles with food or sex or whatever! That's why it's so important we connect with each other, so thanks for your response. I see you❤️. Doctors always underestimate withdrawals. I came off antidepressants 9 months ago (I was on them 8 years) and am still getting some withdrawal symptoms. Psych had said here's a 2 week titer you should be good in a month. HA Yah and if you have liver damage, and or brain damage, any auto immune/ inflammatory condition, if your brain is hardcore wired to function with a certain drug, it takes a huge amount of time to get right again! Psych industry and habit management have us all by the tits. Some Drs care but are misinformed, some have figured it out but just don't care cuz $$ before people. It's depressing. We need to support one another. 🤗
This is one of the most introspective interviews I've heard in a long time. The beauty of this interview wasn't "look at how great I am" - it made me look inward and realize the possibility of healing and greatness within me. So deeply thankful for this interview.
watched this last year before the genocide has gotten bigger in Palestine and thought this is just some typical celebrity wanting to clear their image with sounding like a guru. Now, I'm back listening to it and oh how was I wrong!!! Massive respect to this courageous man of real values, who can speak up against hatred and unjustice without stuttering. He is the kind of celebrities we need to support and learn from instead of preaching some deaf molded barbies/kens..
“We’re only as sick as our secrets”. This!!! Macklemore thank you for showing up and sharing your vulnerability and wisdom ♥️♥️ Steven, probably one of your best episodes yet!!! Thank you..🙏🏻❤
This is a remarkably uplifting interview. Macklemore's intrinsic revelations and self explorations will be a great help to millions who not only have addictions but think they need to hide them.
I had not heard of this musician but what a profound interview! He speaks with such humility, insight, depth, understanding and authenticity , and so eloquently ….!! What a precious soul! ❤✨🌱🌿🤍
This is easily my favourite episode you've done. The Insights on being a creative, the struggle w/ duality and addiction, expression of struggles and experience, relationship of spirituality and art. Beautiful.
What a blessing you are Steven for men and women who are willing to be raw, open, honest, confront the truth of whatever addiction/challenges they are experiencing. This is a podcast that needs to be shared, talk about, watch, listen to, and be a great blueprint for all shows out there. The world needs authentic storytelling, conversations, and true connection that brings transformation and long-lasting change. We’re ready to move past the symptoms of our suffering and finally feel free to feel joy, love, acceptance, celebration, and abundance. Life is beautiful when we trust the process, allow creativity to come through us by feeling our pain. I’m freakin’ grateful for mine brought me back to healing the pain I buried for decades and didn’t even know I was numbing it because I thought I was the only one struggling. That’s a painful thing to go through for any child/teenager and then affect us in our adulthood. Blessings everyone and know that we’re all in this together.❤ Always be gentle because the artist is a child.❤
“Take pain and repurpose it into purpose”. I just wrote that down for my board of quotes. I needed to hear that today. Thank you!! Macklemore’s music continues to save my life. One addict to another. One day at a time. Beautiful thank you!! ❤
Incredible interview! I didn’t know he was an addict. Thank you for giving us a glimpse into your life Ben and thank you @Steven for giving him the space to do so.
Totally relate to the conversation about your dad. I had the best childhood ever, my parents were a great team and gave me everything. However they weren’t very emotionally available and I struggle to open up to them about a lot of things. They were very much about ‘keeping up appearances.’ No parent is perfect and it’s weighing up the good with the bad. Hoping the the new generation of parents (my generation I’m 32) can open up and be a sounding board more for their kids 🤞🏻 so so important. Having awkward conversations help us grow!
The best guest you’ve ever had on DOAC in my opinion 😊 I listened to every single word. thank you so much for interviewing Macklemore- he is a true inspiration Xx
Knowing that generational differences is huge. You are spot on that we, today, deal with so much differently than they did then. And yes, people do the best with what they have and know. Well spoken and love the raw transparency. You have as much grace for others that you received from others. Great episode.
I've loved Macklemore's music for years - but him showing up like this, of course, makes me love him even more. Steven, I'll echo what everyone is saying on the comments (and, from what you say in this interview, you really read them! hehehe) you're an amazing interviewer. Don't ever lose this contemplative silence you have as it allows for so much more than words. It fills the space with so much more and allows the person that is being interviewed to really go deep. Your questions are great, and your relatability is not forced or intrusive.
Hello to you both I remember dancing with my kids in the kitchen to this gentleman's music. Thankyou for the happy thought/memory tethered to your music.😀 Will most definitely have a wee listen to your new album, and will continue dancing with my new dance partner my amazing baby Granddaughter. Appreciate this shared discussion, from my role as both a Mum of now adult children who have had similar experience. And as a Mental Health Addiction Nurse of nearly two decades. Just want to share the fact that my daughter twenty two years beautiful has battled hard over passing years as a wee troubled kid and at times as a young lady. With self damaging behaviours including self harm and alcoholism. She very nearly lost her beautiful life having had a near fatal bicycle accident mid January of this year. Sure as her Mum I was daft enough, maybe even willfully blind to think this would be a new chapter for her, new clear path to recovery, wellbeing certainty all encompassing health. Sure she was alcohol free on discharge from hospital. I WANTED my daughter to grow a different life out of this near LOSS experience, caused by alcohol and her subsequent accident. However this bliss was sadly short lived. My daughter has very recently returned to alcohol and I'm scared for her a wee big bit. But think, can only hope if nothing else that it's NOT too late and all is not lost! But even I was devastated for a wee minute or two on knowing she had returned to this pattern of almost self destruction in so many ways. However grateful for my daughter and our open and honest wee family relationship, if you like. Addiction needs more resource! After thirteen years of Addiction nursing I know our current provision for this vulnerable patient group is poor and NOT working. People including my daughter currently find 'I can only imagine' their substance of Addiction more powerful to combat ever over their own life and other risks of loss at times. So much more to say, but so much more needs doing to change it, too. I really am grateful for your shared work. 💜
He'll never read this, but eff I am so grateful to him for this interview. It's set me off on a whole new way of thinking about the shite I'm currently in the middle of, and given me some roads I might turn down to get out. What an incredibly honest and vulnerable interview from an artist I admire very much. Thank you. Thank you.
This interview is so enlightening. I've always enjoyed his creativity. I have really enjoyed listening to his account of his spiritual growth. The world will be a more forgiving and connected place if we listened to more similar experiences. 💚
OMFG I am so glad I listened to this interview in its entirety, which is I think the first one I have ever listened to properly and be re-listening too at least once more. Your songs (especially a couple of your most recent) have spoken to me personally regarding the life I am living at moment with addiction but, and I thank you full heartedly, the way u talk about your relationship with your dad is something that will be taking on board, rethinking about and trying to act upon for the future. Thank you, again, you truly are an inspiration to me!!!
Listening along to this with goosebumps.. such honesty and clarity about addiction.. I worked the 12 step program and still working it today and my life has never been better… alcohol filled a void and helped me escape myself for so many years until it stopped working. I’m so lucky I found my surrender and the actual weight that was lifted from my shoulders that I never knew I was carrying was a miracle in itself. We do not chose a life of addiction, using is a symptom of our malady and when/if we stop we have to relearn how to live life on life’s terms and learn to love ourselves.. service, unity, recovery.. peace my brother. 🙏🏻❤️
In all honesty this is an enlightening interview in terms of personal growth and overcoming personal battles. Macklemore is a real life superhuman. His music is a perfect translation of his personality. Thanks for this meaningful talk 👏
I really appericate that you actually give your guest the time to think and respond to your questions. So important to actually listen, and not just talk over the other person. It is truely incredible and a gift. I think as a society we talk to actually are there to talk not actually listen. Macklemore has such a gift and really a beautiful way of putting things. I too am in huge agreeance that we as members of NA or AA need to be of service to others that come after or before us. I have just over 8 years clean and sober and I am still learning many things of myself and able to be there for others. I just really need to really be present and in the moment more, instead of the future too much as we can lose the moment we are in and not remember or realize how we react, what we say or even do. He has such a gift, and pain to put towards his craft of music. And to just be vulnerable and share about how he wants to be there for himself and his family, after an ugly relapse, they are never pretty. I did three times. Each time was uglier, scarier and more intense. I really am proud that I can be proof that you live can change if you want it to, it may be alot of work but life isn't supposed to be easy and simple.
Thank you. I recognised myself in what Ben said. I am an addict of a different sort - and listening to his story made me cry. I first went to an AA meeting on a cruise ship out of curiosity. My life changed as a result. The honesty, vulnerability and welcome that was there was so touching. When Ben described "the pull", it felt so true to me. 12 step fellowships are absolutely amazing - the best. Steven, I am loving all your interviews whoever they are with. Thank you. I am learning so much. I really liked the theme about authenticity at the end - doing what we like, what inspires us is the best way to live life. Good to hear the mention of Al-Anon - another brilliant 12 step fellowship - a lifeline and support to people in very difficult circumstances.
I grew up in a family that had alcohol addiction, and I stayed away from alcohol so I would not have that battle. While growing up I went to Al-Anon and surprisingly when I went with a friend to his AA, I learned so much more. Sitting there and listening to the person with the addiction speak openly was very enlightening and helpful. I went back several times and I was worried people would think I had a problem or I would judge them. I let that worry go because I really wanted to understand and I decided what others think of me is less important than improving my quality of life.
Thank you Steven. This among your other videos i’ve listened to, has been inspiring yes, but as a ‘young’ older person very reassuring. The depth of character and emotional intelligence shown gives me hope for the world to come. Thank you for the incredible range of personalities and your very skilful interviewing style, bringing out the very best in these podcast.👏🏽👏🏽🙏🏼
At 57 years old and having a couple people in my life with addiction this really resonated with me. My thanks to the guest and host on having a great conversation that covered each side of the discussion. As far as having the conversation with your dad's, you should. I am hopeful that they will surprise you with their insight but even if they are not receptive you can know you tried to connect.
The collaboration i didn't know I needed. l've been inspired by this man's story ever since I heard it, thank you for bringing it to more people. He communicates so well it's always a joy to listen to him speak too
The way Ben speaks about things sometimes, makes me feel like he is on the same part of the spectrum I am. He's forever gonna be misunderstood because he isn't processing the world the same way society expects him to, but he's starting to really accept it now and that is inspiring to me.
This is a great video. Macklemore is so articulate and I connect on such a deep level with so many things he said, including the pain of hurting the people we love and the dual pull of an addiction vs knowing it won't serve the purpose we seek. People don't usually see eating disorders as an addiction but in so many ways they are, and I've had so many of those moments of vulnerability and finally opening up and begging for help and it feels so good to hear someone talk about it in such a beautiful way. Thank you :)
The most awe inspiring thing I hear while listening to your podcast is, “I have never talked about this…” You have an amazing to get the most out these conversations. Bravo!
Every time I either see his videos or watch him speak?! I’m filled with happiness I can actually feel it! 😊One of the best things a person could ever experience! Thank you for that Macklemore! Hopefully if you see this?! It will help you too! We all love you man! We all are fortunate to have you! You’re a rocket scientist with music! An absolute Gem 💎
Macklemore’s ability to speak so openly and honestly about his journey is truly inspiring. He speaks with the truth, presence of mind in such a humble and authentic way.
Macklemore is one of my very FAVORITE musicians. His music is so real and woke. I also am an addict in recovery. He inspires me. I haven't even watched this yet but I'm sooo excited!
Another phenomenal interview! 👏 This content is valuable for anyone dealing with addiction...and although the path won't be easy, there is hope with realization. Macklemore has my respect.
I feel like I just watched him give his AA lead… *applause* “Thanks for sharing!” *serenity prayer* …a million chairs screeching lol I should start going back to meetings lol
What a touching and profound conversation! Mack was sharing his experiences directly from his soul. Having such a great listener made it easier. No judgment from his part, but great understanding. Thank you both for such a great interview.
Macklemore is an incredible inspiration and story communicator. Think you’ll enjoy this one!
Me and the team are hosting multiple dinner parties all across the world and we’ll be inviting 20 subscribers at a time to join us. Subscribe with a chance to be there!
Please show the video "dopamine vs serotonin, 7 key differences" by Fitmind to this show guest.
Another awesome show SB! FYI I have excellent table manners... Unless we're talking any kind of finger food, then I'm an absolute animal 😊
I subscribed ages ago. Love this podcast. Do the dinners include Australia? Would love to join x
Yasss come to New Zealand !!
Also which is the episode with your business partner ?
I came here after listening to Macklemore's "Hind's Hall" and just fell in love with him all over again.
Same here! Respect and admiration for this human being ❤
Same ❤
Yes!!!!!!!
Wow I get it now. The depths that Hinds Hall came from. It will never replace the impact of your previous songs, but is without a doubt your most impactful song. It strenghtens us all and it has and will change the world. Thank you for being you and showing your heart to the world.
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Love Macklemore so much. The only celebrity out there with a backone. #Freepalestine
I’m here watching Macklemore, I came to know him through Hinds Hall, and compassion when it comes to the Palestinians. This interview showed me this man is all ❤ what a gift to humanity he is
Ben speaks from a place of serenity and clarity that leaves no doubt that what he relates is absolutely true, and not wrapped up in a cloak of image-creation. Truly inspiring indeed.
Thank you for remembering those of us that are still sick and suffering from addiction. Thank you for giving us the hope of a life that is happy joyous and free.
man i wish i had this podcast when i was younger, i used to look at these big celebs and think wow they've got such perfect lives and wish i could be like them, realizing they too go through struggles would of helped me a lot back in those days to stop looking at what others have and be grateful for what i have.
Agree 100%
Agreed
I’ve noticed that rich and famous people struggle with mental health & drug abuse the most. We have lost so many celebrities due to substance abuse.
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wow wow man you are so talented calm interview host with a substance of questions to your interviewee to lend us time with humans who grew and went through tuff situations no piss farting around with jibber jabber you are gifted thanks Adelaide south australia
I'm running late and I shouldn't be commenting but I can't not.
I am so impressed by this man. I too am in recovery, free of that monkey on my back for 38 years. I did at least three meetings a week for 10 years. Everything Macklemore says is absolutely gospel. And the humility with which he says it is so commendable.
Props, kudos and whatever else you young people say.
What
@@santander6317 Christianity was never about religion.
Souls get forgiven and saved for real.
Sous go down to hell, paying for their sins for themselves for real.
Christ came to set an example how to live for real and He died for all of our sins for real.
Rapture - real life even soon to take place.
Tribulation (Jacob's trouble) - real life event - soon to take place.
Real GOD and His real promises:
1.)Outwardly peace
2.) wisdom and understanding about heavenly thinks
3.) providing food and clothing, expecting souls to seek out His Kingdom.
4.) Protection against every weapons which shall be formed against us.
5.) Free gift = eternal life.
What spot about Christianity seems religious?
GOD is real, humans are real, earth is real. etc.
Logic says, what`s real, means reality.
The facts about religions :
1 = all are lies/ false ways to heaven.
2 = all origin from masons.
Now try with religions.
What religion promises real thinks?
My cousin is 13 months clean after 24yrs of addiction..... one hell of a journey for us all.👍
To be honest I’d never heard of this young eloquent man. He speaks with a depth & learning from experience’s. You don’t know what you don’t know until you’ve been through what you don’t know, life! I know not of his journey but I was very touched by its humanity Steven. Great job
Never heard of Macklemore prior to this. My brother struggles with addiction. I love him so I struggle too. I have been with him on his journey through his life filled with drugs, booze, violence and pain this last 40 years. I don't want him to suffer anymore.
You have given me insight into what my brother's motivation might be. Thanks for your message of hope. All the best 😊
Amen🥰
Stephen is so great, never came across someone that holds so much space for the guests to express their inner most sacred thoughts. I love it, because you get to hear the guest in such a vulnerable state, but then also Stephen's response is so well formulated and soft. Thank you!
He is absolutely amazing indeed
Hearing him speak his truth makes me respect him SOOO MUCH MORE than I already did, so much love for this man 🙏 I can relate to his struggle.
Great interview. Ben is so humble and that's why I think most of us enjoyed the interview.
Macklemore looking great for 40 brotha
Indeed!
Sure does
From a former addict, 9 years clean - this resonated so hard! Great interview, great music and art but above all, great human! ❤
Steven, I admire your interview skills so much. You give the guest space, time, patience and empathy. Thank you for another incredible one.
Lotsa love ❤
lovely comment. where r u ?
Warning, this is the longest most personal comment I have ever posted🥳 Steven, What a wonderful podcast. Macklemore, all I hope that you will get from this comment is.... Your Dad has way more tools to have that conversation than you give him credit for. My Dad died in 2013 at 74. Out of all the kids in the later years. He and I gelled together best, I was his caregiver. And we are a lot alike. When I was 40ish. My Dad sat at the end of the kitchen table and he apologized to me about the time he gave me my first and only spanking for not coming home from the neighbor's house after they had called and called...I may have been 12. He was a blue-collar worker, Alpha male, provider, but a great Daddy. As he was telling me that story he had tears in his eyes. He had carried that guilt for three decades....I said Dad.....it sounds like it was a well-deserved spanking. But I dont remember it. AT ALL. He said really??? And I said NO, so put that away, no more feeling bad about that. And who knows maybe it kept me from becoming an out-of-control teenage girl. His face took on a peace I cant explain.
Sometimes we need words of affirmation from our parents and sometimes they need it from us. He died knowing that I thought he hung the moon. His last words on his deathbed to me were all about taking care of Mama....he didn't remember that he left money for her he told me where some quarters were in a coffee can if we hit hard times. And I told him ...Dad you were such a good worker in the last years you saved a lot of money for Mama...he said ...I did??? And I said yes. Mama is going to be just fine you did right by her and all us kids. I saw that same peace come over his face. Once again he needed confirmation/affirmation.....but because he had terrible lung cancer that spread to his brain he thought we were destitute.
By the way Mama has now passed too and I have that coffee can full of quarters and will forever. Point is... talk to your Dad... he is carrying guilt...I guarantee it. Who knows how long any of us have...but for all of us. life is nearing to an end...he should not have to carry that if you have forgiven him. And I know you wouldn't want him to. Much love young man, sounds like you are doing great things. 🙏 We may be old but give us some credit here.....we have the tools. 🥰
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Amazing comment, what an amazing daughter you were to do that! As a dad myself I can’t imagine hearing that from my children, I can’t imagine the joy it would bring me. You and your dad are both lucky to have had each other. RIP to your parents x
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@@krisb-travel Thank you, for your lovely comment. I dont regret a moment of taking care of them. They get all the respect for being parents who had a Seventh grade education, because they had to work the fields. But raising 4 kids and we all turned out good....even through the 80's and 90's. 🥳
You're very lucky to have had a parent who feels guilty for possibly hurting you
Hind’s hall!! So much respect n love for Mac!! 💯👏 🇵🇸
So grateful people from all ealks of life come on here and share their lives with us. So SO grateful. Forever learning.Thank you. ❤
Thanks for another inspiring conversation!
This is a man who is comes across incredibly sincere. One of my favorites. God bless
Oooooo this conversation was life. Favourite take away “Authenticity confuses people, conformity fits.” & “Detach from the outcome. Just make it coz you love it dude.” Thank you 🙏🏽 so much for this
I literally found this after searching otherside.
Thats what I needed to hear this is why I'm here..
❤I've missed you thank you both for this totally honest interview 😢
This was WAY better than I expected. I didn't realize Macklemore had so much to offer. Thank you for this content!
Haven't even watched the interview but I love hearing Mack speak! Thank you for having him on. He's helped out so many people with his message, can't wait
You know what I really love about listening to Steven and his guest, it’s the vulnerability that we are all human and we all go through some things and sometimes hearing someone talking about their struggles and how they pushed through helps us push through. Thank you Steven and everyone let’s keep being kind and extend grace to one another ❤
I had no idea what he went through, there is so much pain in his story but also as he speaks, it sounds as if he is rapping already, such an amazing talent. I am greatly happy he found himself again.Thank you for this episode
I literally thought the same thing, him talking reminds me of him rapping in his song it's incredible
Such a beautiful person, been through his struggles like all of us and I just love his openness about his life. Opening up for anyone is hard but at the same time very admirable 🙏🏻
I'm a chronic alcoholic, got diagnosed by the time I was 18 (no slow descent), have had over decade-long sobriety and also shorter periods sprinkled with relapse. Tried so so hard so many ways to be normal. So have given that "why" question a lot of thought most of my life.
Macklemore gave the most accurate answer I've ever heard, and I worked in the addiction treatment field for 10 years, met a lot of well educated professionals. Everyone always wants to find an event, a trauma, a bad childhood or chemical imbalance to blame. Those things may trigger reaching for it to begin with, but the compulsion happens in the absence of all of those as well.
I have always said I was born an addict. I'm 68 now. Yes, it was drugs but I get addicted to everything I do. I never do a little of anything life offers. I do the max. It's great if it's a good thing, but it wasn't always. I'm clean today, except for methadone, for 18 years. That has been unbreakable because Drs think withdraw is the same as other opiates. It isn't. My young addiction caused hepc all the way through to liver transplant. Dr's and many people don't understand addict and think all you need is will power. Not so. But life is good. I'm alive.
People really really don't understand, even when they have their own struggles with food or sex or whatever! That's why it's so important we connect with each other, so thanks for your response. I see you❤️. Doctors always underestimate withdrawals. I came off antidepressants 9 months ago (I was on them 8 years) and am still getting some withdrawal symptoms. Psych had said here's a 2 week titer you should be good in a month. HA
Yah and if you have liver damage, and or brain damage, any auto immune/ inflammatory condition, if your brain is hardcore wired to function with a certain drug, it takes a huge amount of time to get right again! Psych industry and habit management have us all by the tits. Some Drs care but are misinformed, some have figured it out but just don't care cuz $$ before people. It's depressing. We need to support one another. 🤗
Thanks
This is one of the most introspective interviews I've heard in a long time. The beauty of this interview wasn't "look at how great I am" - it made me look inward and realize the possibility of healing and greatness within me. So deeply thankful for this interview.
watched this last year before the genocide has gotten bigger in Palestine and thought this is just some typical celebrity wanting to clear their image with sounding like a guru. Now, I'm back listening to it and oh how was I wrong!!! Massive respect to this courageous man of real values, who can speak up against hatred and unjustice without stuttering.
He is the kind of celebrities we need to support and learn from instead of preaching some deaf molded barbies/kens..
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“We’re only as sick as our secrets”. This!!! Macklemore thank you for showing up and sharing your vulnerability and wisdom ♥️♥️
Steven, probably one of your best episodes yet!!! Thank you..🙏🏻❤
❤ Ben Macklemore you’re truth is 🙌🏼🔥👌🔥Diary of a CEO thank you for having him!!!
This is a remarkably uplifting interview. Macklemore's intrinsic revelations and self explorations will be a great help to millions who not only have addictions but think they need to hide them.
I had not heard of this musician but what a profound interview! He speaks with such humility, insight, depth, understanding and authenticity , and so eloquently ….!! What a precious soul! ❤✨🌱🌿🤍
Thank you for this amazing episode!
This is easily my favourite episode you've done. The Insights on being a creative, the struggle w/ duality and addiction, expression of struggles and experience, relationship of spirituality and art. Beautiful.
What a blessing you are Steven for men and women who are willing to be raw, open, honest, confront the truth of whatever addiction/challenges they are experiencing.
This is a podcast that needs to be shared, talk about, watch, listen to, and be a great blueprint for all shows out there.
The world needs authentic storytelling, conversations, and true connection that brings transformation and long-lasting change.
We’re ready to move past the symptoms of our suffering and finally feel free to feel joy, love, acceptance, celebration, and abundance.
Life is beautiful when we trust the process, allow creativity to come through us by feeling our pain.
I’m freakin’ grateful for mine brought me back to healing the pain I buried for decades and didn’t even know I was numbing it because I thought I was the only one struggling. That’s a painful thing to go through for any child/teenager and then affect us in our adulthood.
Blessings everyone and know that we’re all in this together.❤
Always be gentle because the artist is a child.❤
These CEO videos are just incredible ❤
Ben is such an inspiration. A man to look up to. So sincere and open about his struggles. Amazing interview, thanks Steven
Honest people are so refreshing xxx
1:07:52 this is so sad and true, because think of all the art that is never expressed due to the fear of being "out of character".
His songs have been on my Playlist since he came out. He clearly comes across as an awesome human being.
Ben, thank you for being here, for your journey, for the steps you have taken on your path. You show us how we can all make the world a better place.
“Take pain and repurpose it into purpose”. I just wrote that down for my board of quotes. I needed to hear that today. Thank you!! Macklemore’s music continues to save my life. One addict to another. One day at a time. Beautiful thank you!! ❤
So beautiful I too and in recovery . this was such a great comment on a great interview💯💋💜💙💜
Incredible interview! I didn’t know he was an addict. Thank you for giving us a glimpse into your life Ben and thank you @Steven for giving him the space to do so.
th-cam.com/video/lPFgd98pDKI/w-d-xo.html a great recovery song of his
Totally relate to the conversation about your dad. I had the best childhood ever, my parents were a great team and gave me everything. However they weren’t very emotionally available and I struggle to open up to them about a lot of things. They were very much about ‘keeping up appearances.’ No parent is perfect and it’s weighing up the good with the bad. Hoping the the new generation of parents (my generation I’m 32) can open up and be a sounding board more for their kids 🤞🏻 so so important. Having awkward conversations help us grow!
The best guest you’ve ever had on DOAC in my opinion 😊 I listened to every single word. thank you so much for interviewing Macklemore- he is a true inspiration Xx
Knowing that generational differences is huge. You are spot on that we, today, deal with so much differently than they did then. And yes, people do the best with what they have and know.
Well spoken and love the raw transparency. You have as much grace for others that you received from others. Great episode.
I've loved Macklemore's music for years - but him showing up like this, of course, makes me love him even more. Steven, I'll echo what everyone is saying on the comments (and, from what you say in this interview, you really read them! hehehe) you're an amazing interviewer. Don't ever lose this contemplative silence you have as it allows for so much more than words. It fills the space with so much more and allows the person that is being interviewed to really go deep. Your questions are great, and your relatability is not forced or intrusive.
Last words are Facts. Mack has helped me a lot. Thank you
Hello to you both
I remember dancing with my kids in the kitchen to this gentleman's music. Thankyou for the happy thought/memory tethered to your music.😀
Will most definitely have a wee listen to your new album, and will continue dancing with my new dance partner my amazing baby Granddaughter.
Appreciate this shared discussion, from my role as both a Mum of now adult children who have had similar experience. And as a Mental Health Addiction Nurse of nearly two decades.
Just want to share the fact that my daughter twenty two years beautiful has battled hard over passing years as a wee troubled kid and at times as a young lady. With self damaging behaviours including self harm and alcoholism.
She very nearly lost her beautiful life having had a near fatal bicycle accident mid January of this year.
Sure as her Mum I was daft enough, maybe even willfully blind to think this would be a new chapter for her, new clear path to recovery, wellbeing certainty all encompassing health.
Sure she was alcohol free on discharge from hospital. I WANTED my daughter to grow a different life out of this near LOSS experience, caused by alcohol and her subsequent accident. However this bliss was sadly short lived. My daughter has very recently returned to alcohol and I'm scared for her a wee big bit. But think, can only hope if nothing else that it's NOT too late and all is not lost! But even I was devastated for a wee minute or two on knowing she had returned to this pattern of almost self destruction in so many ways. However grateful for my daughter and our open and honest wee family relationship, if you like.
Addiction needs more resource!
After thirteen years of Addiction nursing I know our current provision for this vulnerable patient group is poor and NOT working.
People including my daughter currently find 'I can only imagine' their substance of Addiction more powerful to combat ever over their own life and other risks of loss at times. So much more to say, but so much more needs doing to change it, too.
I really am grateful for your shared work.
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This is a raw and truthful conversation.
He'll never read this, but eff I am so grateful to him for this interview. It's set me off on a whole new way of thinking about the shite I'm currently in the middle of, and given me some roads I might turn down to get out. What an incredibly honest and vulnerable interview from an artist I admire very much. Thank you. Thank you.
This interview is so enlightening. I've always enjoyed his creativity. I have really enjoyed listening to his account of his spiritual growth. The world will be a more forgiving and connected place if we listened to more similar experiences. 💚
This interview is everything! So calm and soothing + great communication skills really can keep it going without instigating in any drama just blunt
OMFG I am so glad I listened to this interview in its entirety, which is I think the first one I have ever listened to properly and be re-listening too at least once more.
Your songs (especially a couple of your most recent) have spoken to me personally regarding the life I am living at moment with addiction but, and I thank you full heartedly, the way u talk about your relationship with your dad is something that will be taking on board, rethinking about and trying to act upon for the future.
Thank you, again, you truly are an inspiration to me!!!
Whata great guest, and interview! I really like this channel and its approaches. We need more reality checks!
Listening along to this with goosebumps.. such honesty and clarity about addiction.. I worked the 12 step program and still working it today and my life has never been better… alcohol filled a void and helped me escape myself for so many years until it stopped working. I’m so lucky I found my surrender and the actual weight that was lifted from my shoulders that I never knew I was carrying was a miracle in itself. We do not chose a life of addiction, using is a symptom of our malady and when/if we stop we have to relearn how to live life on life’s terms and learn to love ourselves.. service, unity, recovery.. peace my brother. 🙏🏻❤️
I absolutely love this! So wonderful to hear him speak, he is so real.
In all honesty this is an enlightening interview in terms of personal growth and overcoming personal battles. Macklemore is a real life superhuman. His music is a perfect translation of his personality. Thanks for this meaningful talk 👏
I really appericate that you actually give your guest the time to think and respond to your questions. So important to actually listen, and not just talk over the other person. It is truely incredible and a gift. I think as a society we talk to actually are there to talk not actually listen.
Macklemore has such a gift and really a beautiful way of putting things. I too am in huge agreeance that we as members of NA or AA need to be of service to others that come after or before us. I have just over 8 years clean and sober and I am still learning many things of myself and able to be there for others.
I just really need to really be present and in the moment more, instead of the future too much as we can lose the moment we are in and not remember or realize how we react, what we say or even do.
He has such a gift, and pain to put towards his craft of music. And to just be vulnerable and share about how he wants to be there for himself and his family, after an ugly relapse, they are never pretty. I did three times. Each time was uglier, scarier and more intense.
I really am proud that I can be proof that you live can change if you want it to, it may be alot of work but life isn't supposed to be easy and simple.
Thank you. I recognised myself in what Ben said. I am an addict of a different sort - and listening to his story made me cry. I first went to an AA meeting on a cruise ship out of curiosity. My life changed as a result. The honesty, vulnerability and welcome that was there was so touching. When Ben described "the pull", it felt so true to me. 12 step fellowships are absolutely amazing - the best.
Steven, I am loving all your interviews whoever they are with. Thank you. I am learning so much. I really liked the theme about authenticity at the end - doing what we like, what inspires us is the best way to live life.
Good to hear the mention of Al-Anon - another brilliant 12 step fellowship - a lifeline and support to people in very difficult circumstances.
His talking voice 🥹 I could listen to him talking forever
I grew up in a family that had alcohol addiction, and I stayed away from alcohol so I would not have that battle. While growing up I went to Al-Anon and surprisingly when I went with a friend to his AA, I learned so much more. Sitting there and listening to the person with the addiction speak openly was very enlightening and helpful. I went back several times and I was worried people would think I had a problem or I would judge them. I let that worry go because I really wanted to understand and I decided what others think of me is less important than improving my quality of life.
Incredible interview as I knew it would be as soon as I saw it had been uploaded!!! Absolutely love his honesty.
Thank you Steven.
This among your other videos i’ve listened to, has been inspiring yes, but as a ‘young’ older person very reassuring. The depth of character and emotional intelligence shown gives me hope for the world to come. Thank you for the incredible range of personalities and your very skilful interviewing style, bringing out the very best in these podcast.👏🏽👏🏽🙏🏼
BEST EPISODE IN A LONG TIME! 🎉 thank you For sharing your story ❤️
This brought me to tears, really needed to hear it. 😭Such a great dude. 💗
At 57 years old and having a couple people in my life with addiction this really resonated with me. My thanks to the guest and host on having a great conversation that covered each side of the discussion. As far as having the conversation with your dad's, you should. I am hopeful that they will surprise you with their insight but even if they are not receptive you can know you tried to connect.
Macklemore's songs always hit straight to the heart. They're also quite emotional on varying levels.
What a great interview and Macklemore's story and honesty is inspiring. This guy is so talented.
Absolutely brilliant podcast.
Thank you both so very much.
Incredible!
What a great podcast! And I went to Wembley at that same day to see him 🎉 feel even more grateful
I think what you are doing here is absolutely critically fantastic and I appreciate it so much. Well done and thank you.
The collaboration i didn't know I needed. l've been inspired by this man's story ever since I heard it, thank you for bringing it to more people. He communicates so well it's always a joy to listen to him speak too
The way Ben speaks about things sometimes, makes me feel like he is on the same part of the spectrum I am. He's forever gonna be misunderstood because he isn't processing the world the same way society expects him to, but he's starting to really accept it now and that is inspiring to me.
The nucleur family is so vital...God Bless Ben.
This is a great video. Macklemore is so articulate and I connect on such a deep level with so many things he said, including the pain of hurting the people we love and the dual pull of an addiction vs knowing it won't serve the purpose we seek. People don't usually see eating disorders as an addiction but in so many ways they are, and I've had so many of those moments of vulnerability and finally opening up and begging for help and it feels so good to hear someone talk about it in such a beautiful way. Thank you :)
I always felt like Otherside was quite authentic. Glad to hear, that it actually is.
The most awe inspiring thing I hear while listening to your podcast is, “I have never talked about this…”
You have an amazing to get the most out these conversations. Bravo!
Listening to this in 2024 and this should have way MORE views. It’s beautiful honest conversation, thank you
Every time I either see his videos or watch him speak?! I’m filled with happiness I can actually feel it! 😊One of the best things a person could ever experience! Thank you for that Macklemore! Hopefully if you see this?! It will help you too! We all love you man! We all are fortunate to have you! You’re a rocket scientist with music! An absolute Gem 💎
I listen to aaaall of your potcasts. Trully loving them and always learning something new. Love the idea of dinner, come to Spain!
Macklemore’s ability to speak so openly and honestly about his journey is truly inspiring. He speaks with the truth, presence of mind in such a humble and authentic way.
this is one of the best podcasts to date. Well done Mac proud of you brotha!
At 58:00, the mere fact he thought about his daughters' potential future feelings by saying that before saying it, already speaks bucket loads.
I don’t know much of his music but after listening to this ☝🏼 I’m going through it all. Such a wonderful interview and such a wise man 😍
Macklemore is one of my very FAVORITE musicians. His music is so real and woke. I also am an addict in recovery. He inspires me. I haven't even watched this yet but I'm sooo excited!
Dude you ask the most thought provoking questions. I love it
Ohh thank you for this podcat, it's so good to hear that we can speak about how we really feel and what we been going trough at our lowest ❤
Another phenomenal interview! 👏 This content is valuable for anyone dealing with addiction...and although the path won't be easy, there is hope with realization. Macklemore has my respect.
wow what an honest honest account. As someone who is going through what his wife has gone through. Almost exactly has really helped. Thanks amazing.
my absolute favorite and inspiring artist/HUMAN BEING and the best podcaster/HUMAN BEING to collab and produce a great podcast has made my week 🙏🏻
A beautiful interview - thank you. Inspirational indeed!
I'm so grateful for Macklemore. ❤
I feel like I just watched him give his AA lead…
*applause*
“Thanks for sharing!”
*serenity prayer*
…a million chairs screeching lol
I should start going back to meetings lol
What a touching and profound conversation! Mack was sharing his experiences directly from his soul. Having such a great listener made it easier. No judgment from his part, but great understanding. Thank you both for such a great interview.
Beautiful honesty from Macklemore, no bs, profound and direct.