The Road Back-Brandon AKA "Smoke"
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- čas přidán 3. 04. 2024
- Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Brandon AKA "Smoke", a drug addict in Los Angeles.
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Brandon could read from a dictionary and still hold an audience spellbound with that voice. Good luck to you, Sir.
I know his voice is amazing he needs to be doing audio books or something bigger even 😊😊
I agree. I love his voice!!
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I feel the same way about his voice, I'm listening to him in the background while Im working and putting my notes in
Great job Brandon
Congratulations on ur 30 days.Brandon. You will find more love in recovery than on drugs. Love and hugs from Texas.
And from South Georgia 🇺🇸
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Thank you Smoke
Much success with your continued recovery Brandon!🥳
Tennessee loves you too, Brandon
Keep it up, Brandon. We need a 60 day and 90 day update, also. You got this.
We need to know soon as the podcast is up n running 👌
So we can subscribe
You got this bro! Some times one second at a time but you will make it! Wish you all the best and stay strong.
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Yeh deffo, can see that being well worth tuning into.💯🙏
We don't need an update... Just walk the walk... Talk the talk .. if you fall pick yourself up... You only fail if you don't learn from your mistakes and choose to stay down ✓
Ummm. Naw. I’d love an update - we rally around our fellow humans 💕 every day of success COUNTS
I loved this video from the first minutes. Loved how he said he would like to be called Brandon but he would tell a story about Smoke.
I’m a certified addiction counselor and I think I’m going to incorporate pieces of this interview in my next group counseling session. This man reminds me of some of the guys on my caseload & I feel like it would benefit them to see/hear him.
Brandon has really pleasant voice
i know hes so articulit
With that voice and million dollar smile, he'd make an excellent motivational speaker. Congratulations Brandon and I'm proud of you!
He sho would be a great motivational speaker and encourage lives maybe a juvenile detention center or group homes
Someone has a crrrruuuush
Brandon, I hope you are part of the 1/10 who make it bro... you're on a pink cloud right now. I'm glad you have this video to fall back on when that pink cloud fades, (if it does). Watch this when you want to get high and don't go back to Texas. Don't get with a girl you met in rehab and stay away from the predatory behavior that is alive and well in the rooms.
I wish you nothing but peace and love man.... your story is incredible.
So far you are the best comentarist here. Seems like you know what's really up.
Early sobriety is hard.. greatest advice I ever received fresh out of rehab.. don’t hang out with the newcomers.. find people with serous time and have what you want.. 5, 10, 15+ years, living a happy life, and hang with them… 7 years in and still follow this advice in all aspects of my life.. ODAAT Brandon.. tomorrow doesn’t matter if you don’t handle business today.. keep grinding!
I think this is the best video on the channels so far. I love the turn Mark has taken with more positive stories. You NEED to be able to see that change is possible.
Have can you not love this man? Great storytelling.
because I dont love thugs?
Sure, his storytelling & voice wash away the years of crime, drugs & misery.
I wish him the best but 30 days is barely a dent.
@@rustyscupper6439 gotta start somewhere
@@jjonez787 Who said he’s a thug, besides you? You can just not like him, but you don’t have to throw fake ass titles on him lol
Hearing the excitement in your voice about finally finishing something and your prospects are uplifting! I wish you all the best!!
Brandon I’m happy for you and your life being drug free, may your recovery be a continuous success.
Congratulations on your 30 days of sobriety, Brandon! Stay strong!
This may a bit long warning lol, but I really want to say that I am truly inspired by this man's journey of transformation from “Smoke” to “Brandon”, and his openness and authenticity in sharing his past experiences show incredible strength and courage. Change is never easy, but it is always possible, and this man's story is a shining example of that.
I can relate to the idea of being a "Time Traveler" - going back to where we were mentally in the past and using that experience to help others. It takes a lot of bravery to confront our past selves and share our stories in order to inspire and support others on their own journeys of change. I went from being a teen sent to an adult prison, spending 4 years of a 6-year prison term in solitary confinement, to getting out, going to college, and eventually becoming a Criminal Justice professor. At times during my professional career, heck I even worked in the same facilities that I was in as a juvenile! So, Brandon’s story is personal to me and very inspiring. We need more of these stories in the world that seem to thrive from negativity.
So, to all the time travelers out there - keep moving forward, keep sharing your stories, and keep inspiring others. Your journey is not easy, but it is worth it. If you are reading this Brandon, I wish you the best in your recovery and personal growth. Keep shining your light and making a difference in the world!!
@JeffWallaceSpeaks Huge inspiration! You should write a book! I would buy it! Then comes the screenplay!
@@bambineal1956 I appreciate your words of kindness 🙏🏾! We need more of that in this world!! I did do two Tedx Talks … check them out!!! Search Jeff wallace Ted talk and you will find that and other things!! For so long I was not willing to discuss my past but after doing the first Tedx talk it sort of ripped the bandaid off and I had no choice lol 😂! I have to say that I walked off that stage more free than I ever felt including the day I walked out of prison! This is why what Brandon did was so impactful!!! Thank you 😊 again!
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Congratulations ❤
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Loved this! Such a handsome man with the entire world at his fingertips. He can do whatever he wishes! So happy for him! He says love is the key and it really is: loving yourself. Seems he finally found the love for himself. Love it. Thanks for the positive video Mark!
I have never heard Mark lost for words. He was blown away by the transformation of Brandon from "Smoke". Brandon how proud you must feel with completing your 30 days!! Congrats! I wish you well with the 12 steps program and beyond.
U must not watch often. It's not a loss for words, he's just letting him tell his story
I’m pretty sure he’s trying not to bring him down by say the obvious which is that 30 days sober is basically nothing in the grand scheme of things. Especially after he just told us his story about not learning from his mistakes over and over again. He sounds like he has a habit of being over confident and thinking he’s fixed only to relapse again and again.
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@@donniemcmillin4839 , this time may be different because he's made the connection between what his vulnerabilities and triggers are. He understands that he CANNOT surround himself with the same people, places and things and expect to have a successful outcome. The wrong people, places and things can destroy all the hard work and effort he has put forth.
So good to hear your story. I am 36 years sober and wouldn't trade for anything. It is a life of constant vigilance . Stay with it. God bless you
36 years, what an awesome accomplishment! ❤
Brandon, I’m so proud of you. Thank you for being wise enough to get help when you did and brave enough to share your story. You’re breaking a generational curse, and that is hard work. Please keep us updated!
First off, thank you Stephanie for planting the seed and making the call because without that we wouldn't have this experience. People fresh out of rehab, who've gone the course are always excited and give an inspiring outlook for their future. History will tell us that successes don't come easy or often. Let's hope that Smoke walked into a rehab center and Brandon left, to tell his story, to make a new story for himself that will enable him to feel good about himself for the rest of his time. Congrats Brandon, we're here for you!
From the moment he started speaking there was a sense that something is incredibly special about this gentleman. He is rare in so many ways. Brandon, may you continue to grow in wisdom and understanding of your purpose and potential. Congratulations! Your future is extremely bright. You have so much ahead… your best is yet to come!
I was born and raised in Lubbock, TX. I couldn't wait to leave. I left 27 years ago and never looked back. I couldn't see anything good from coming there. May God bless you on your journey.
What was about it that you couldn't wait to leave?
Lubbock is a great town. It's even better since you left.
@@minigirl6839 i mean, you don't personally know the original commenter 😂 lol what bro
I love my city Lubbock tx
For not having kids, he has my utmost respect.
Uh what? Having kids is awesome and respectable
Cause he would be a shit father not everybody should be a parent @@snicker576
You did not understood what that means. He in that time having kids would have be the worst option.@@snicker576
Not while on pcp and meth you weirdo@@snicker576
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Not when the drugs are number 1 , he did the respectable thing by not inflicting his addiction and criminal behavior on babies .
Congratulations on your 30 days Brandon
So proud of you! The brilliant smile on your face when you talk about recovery says it all. You got this. Thank you so much for sharing your story.
Congrats Brandon!! Don’t give up, keep going! Proud of you!
So proud of this guy! All he needed was someone to believe in him, and to care about his future. He seems so excited that he graduated, as he should congrats!! May your future be filled with nothing but the best for you❤
Wow! Lots to unpack here! Basically when he learned how to be humble, grateful and thankful, the truth and love set him free! I honestly have known Aryan Brotherhood people as well, and they never were racist towards me at all! Great video and photo Mark!
Thank you for this story, Brandon (and Mark). May everybody out there surround themselves with good people, love, and understanding.❤
Brandon please keep us updated on your progress! We definitely want to hear about your successes.
I hope we can hear an update a few months later on!
🎉Congragulations on your 30 days!
You are definitely here to complete a mission. Sending light and positivity to you, Brandon.
Brandon, wishing you the best!
Wow Brandon. I'm so proud of you. I needed to hear this story this morning. Thank you.
So proud of you Brandon! I know you’ve been through alot but you turned the negative into doing good. Keep up the good work
Beautiful, inspiring way to start my Thursday morning! God bless you Brandon, I am so proud of you and rooting for you! Keep putting one foot in front of the other ❤
Congratulations, Brandon! You are an inspiration to many. Keep pushing... you've got this! Looking forward to your update interview!
AWESOME INTERVIEW - I am so happy for you! someone that made it and is helping others to make it! AMAZING!
Congrats on sobriety man. Welcome to the real world! Embrace it and thrive!
Let’s go!
Such a beautiful story, I feel Brandon is one of the most honest on here. Such a soothing voice Brandon has.
I am so proud of you Brandon!! Many years ago Drug addiction took my aunt and uncle (years apart). I wish they had success like yours. Keep up the great work and keep good, positive, sober people around you.
I’m so happy for you, Brandon! Best luck 🍀
Way to go Brandon ! Such a Terrific story, very uplifting. We are praying for you Brandon.
This guy is AWESOME!
He speaks so well; had an incredible journey.
It's completely amazing the amount of abuse the human body can take and still survive.
Now it's time to THRIVE.
Love and strength from Atlanta. You're a great story Teller. Please continue to speak, it's your gift from God.
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I wish nothing but the absolute BEST for Brandon. Awesome story
Prada you, brother. You deserve to be happy and free from addiction. Stay strong, a day at a time 💪🏽❤️🩹
I’m proud of you Brandon you completed the program! Keep moving away from your past mistakes and be who your meant to be ✌🏻
Keep doing it Brandon. You have so much Charisma, I can't wait for your next interview. Whoever your therapist is they have super powers, 30 days you learned all THAT.
Exactly what I was thinking.
I'd adopt that child as a grandchild in a minute. He's adorable isn't he?@@denz4133
man lemme tell u what u got so much charisma i had a great time listening to your story hope u stay off those garbage drugs and enjoy your life the right way✝️❤
Brandon, YOU GOT THIS!!! You are real, genuine and a true success. I’m so proud of you! You were receptive and learned so much in rehab in a short amount of time.
Think about how much you’ll continue to learn and do better. You’ll make a difference in many lives.
Do NOT go back to Texas! Stay strong and enjoy your fresh start!!!
What a beautiful man ! Loved this talk ❤ Morning Mark ❤
Good morning Mark! Hope you have a relaxed and fabulous day!❤
Thank you for sharing your story Brandon💚wishing you Irish blessings to keep on the road to recovery☘️🙏
So proud of you Brandon! Keep moving forward bro! Excited to see your update with a year living clean ❤
Brandon, I know we didnt live the same life, but I know your pain and I know what that can do to a person. You have incredible inner strength. And your story is remarkable, for you to be sittting in this chair with a clear head, strong body took an amazing feat just for you to live through and make it to this point. My pain from my addiction is now my purpose. I know God is working in your life and your story is going to help others. Wish you love, light and long term recovery~ w/love fm NY ;)
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Incredible story. Congrats Brandon. You'd make an awesome drug counsellor. You don't hear of many sober success stories from black, hispanic, other communities. You're a great model and teacher. very intelligent and well spoken. I think you could do some great rehab work in the prisons as well. Keep working on your sobriety every day. You are blessed!
This man can definitely help other people!
Stay strong brother. Your story is powerful and inspiring. Keep telling it, there’s a lot more people needing to hear it ♥️🙏🏾
Brandon, thank you for sharing your life with us. I know you have encouraged people to move forward into healing.
You’ve been a help to me as I have a 14 year old nephew locked up in juvenile detention for stealing 4 cars. It’s a big mess. But hearing your journey of ups and downs has given me hope that he will get through this no matter what he chooses. He knows I don’t approve of what he’s done but I still love him. You have renewed my belief in love being the answer. Thank you.
Please come back to update us on your new life.
Big love and hugs from this Michigan grandma. ❤️🤗🙏
ty! for updates plz subscribe
I want only the best for Brandon as this is a great story
It sounds like this is the first of many completed goals, Brandon has made a quantum leap forward, and no doubt will be able to help others.
Yo Brandon, you a good dude man. You dealt with some shit and kept your integrity. I respect it. Good luck moving forward.
Iam 4 years sober from Fentanyl and I am head over heals over the treatment center that I went too. Preach on maybe someone will watch and decide to go there and get help.
What a great guy, I wish the best for him!
What a story. This guy is great! I wish you all the best, Brandon!
Edited to add that he actually answers questions directly. I can appreciate that. Also, he is super lucky to have a sound mind, a fertile mind and has all his wits about him. The sky is not the limit. He can do ANYTHING!
Brandon you deserve a better life. You worked hard to achieve sobriety and I pray that you continue to better your life. Keep up the good work man. Thank you for telling your story. I wish you the best. Looking forward to many good updates on your progress! You got this bro. Keep that fire lit. ❤🙏🏾
I hope he stays sober!
Thank you for inspiring me Brandon.
Brandon I can’t even express how happy and proud and excited I am for you! You can succeed in anything you do! I have zero doubts you can do this so you never ever doubt that about yourself! We can’t wait to see you shine. Welcome to the SWU family and keep us posted on your journey. ❤
Great interview Mark. Way more powerful and less cringe than asking if women were fast little girls or watching rebecca downward spiral into inevitable demise.
The last few minutes were the best, about not spending energy on people who bring you down.. it made me realize my mother is very toxic.. I’m an only child and she’s pretty much one of the only people I talk to in my life, but she’s extremely negative and narcissistic .. a lot of times even if the conversation started out positive, she’ll have me thinking negative and all riled up by the end of the conversation.. I can go from hopeful to hopeless in the span of twenty minutes talking to her.. I don’t know how I would ever distance myself from her, being my mother who I talk to a lot, but it turns into fighting almost every time
That is a tough one. Maybe when she starts to be negative, politely tell her that you have to go. Keep doing it, and maybe she'll eventually get the picture. Also, try to find some new friends that you can talk to. Join a group of people with similar interests or hobbies, or maybe find a good church where most of the time, someone will reach out to you.
Congratulations Brandon. Stay strong. Wish you all the best ❤
Remarkable story, remarkable man. I live in NY and dont know Brandon but I am so proud of him. I believe this man will have an impact in society. I see greatness in you Brandon and wish you all the success in the world! Keep up the great work Brandon AND Mark❤
Wow! He can do SO much good for others who have gone through similar situations. Keep yourself happy and healthy friend!!!
Good job Brandon!! I think you should pursue being a drug counselor! Imagine the lives you could change with that attitude.
Thats a good feeling getting sober but it's not easy but the best of luck to the homie
Great job, Brandon! so many people are so proud of you! Congratulations and KEEP ON GOING!!!
I have watched as many of these videos as most of you have and I can say, personally, this has been my absolute favorite.
While not necessarily relatable in terms of what he was doing and where he has been I think many people can relate to Brandon's story and share feelings of hope and fulfillment in a life free of addiction and personal torture. Congratulations on deciding to live and to do so with purpose. In the climate we are living in today encompassed with drugs and violence I only hope we have the opportunity to witness more stories like this. "Addiction is not about alcohol or drugs. It is the absence of self."
Open up the doors hit hard !!!! Amen Brandon 🙏 Congratulations on 30 days ODAT 🎉
Brandon, Im keeping everything crossed that you continue to live a sober life and stay close to your new family. You have such a wonderful way of telling your story, you truly can inspire others. Congratulations on getting your 30 day chip, you did it!!
Mark, please, please stay in touch with Brandon and do follow up interviews. My hope is that one day in the future, he will be back to tell us about how full his life is with hope, connection and love. Patrick has shown us that this is possible, Brandon can too.n
I can say im one person Brandon's testimony has made better. Thank you Brandon i believe in u.
You GOT this B. So proud of the hard work and motivation you have chose. Mind set is powerful…you are loved.
I pray for his continued strength and success!
He has a good heart and I hope he stays on the right path.
Seems like a good dude. We all do stuff we are not proud of in our youth.
thank you for sharing your life experiences with Mark (also the world). Honesty about what happened to you is probably the best way to walk this earth, you're my new hero
Congrats Brandon!! You're an inspiration 🎉🎉
Brandon thank you for sharing your truth. Takes a real man to rise above and expose his demons. Praying you stay on right path and find a new life with fulfillment, praise you sir
Good luck Brandon this was like a breath of fresh air for this channel may God be with u
Great interview!! Hopefully we can see him again in like 6ths to see how he is doing!
Congratulations on your sobriety, Brandon.
Thank you for sharing your story.
God Bless 🙏
What a great testimony. "Life is Beautiful, Sober".... that's right Brother. Best wishes in your recovery. One day at a time... continue to put in the work and surround yourself with good people and LOVE, you're gonna be alright.
Proud of you brandon!
My man definitely needs to become a speaker, his story is the craziest thing I have ever heard in my life!! His memory is amazing
You completed something! My heart is full for you! SO happy for your new healthy life.
this interview is one of my very favorites from this channel. congrats brandon, you’re such an inspiration to not only me but to so many who can relate to any part of your story. thank you for sharing and i’m happy that you can finally let go and feel free in your being and life. ❤️
His voice soothes me so much. I could listen forever.
Thank you for sharing your inspiring story. It was so uplifting to here you speak and talk about your tun around. I am so happy for you. Please, please keep us posted and do the right thing. I love your eyes! ❤
Definitely need updates. Great attitude. Congrats on your future accomplishments and on your biggest accomplishment which was locking yourself up to allow your change