#219 - Chad Caruso's Ride from Addiction to Advocacy.

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I'm stoked to bring you a conversation with Chad Caruso, a dude who embodies what it means to push yourself to the limits. Chad's story is a wild ride from the streets of New York to the Guinness Book of World Records, and he doesn't just tell his story; he inspires us to redefine our own limits.
This episode has us cruising down memory lane and the vast American landscape with Chad as he recounts his cross-country skating adventure. Dodging traffic, and mastering the art of capturing it all on camera, his tales are a testament to the relentless spirit of a skater. We get real about the injuries, the battles with addiction, and the sobering journey back to the board—a journey that many of us can relate to in our own quests for personal triumph.
We wrap up with Chad's vision of leaving a legacy. He shares his dreams for his nonprofit and the documentary that might just land him on Netflix, all while offering a candid look at the transformative power of sobriety. This episode isn't just about skateboarding; it's about falling down and getting back up, about the freedom found in four wheels, and about the community we build when we Keep Pushing together. Join us, and let Chad's story spark a fire in your own ride through life.
Enjoy,
Shan
Checkout Chad's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ChadCaruso
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Chapters

1. #219 - Chad Caruso's Ride from Addiction to Advocacy. (00:00:00)

2. Skateboarding Across America (00:00:51)

3. Skateboarding Journey and Sponsorship Challenges (00:10:39)

4. Childhood, School, Skating, and Sobriety (00:21:17)

5. Skateboarding, Injury, and Sobriety (00:29:51)

6. From Feeble Minded to Keep Pushing (00:39:35)

7. Skateboarding, Nonprofit, and Future Plans (00:48:09)

8. Internet's Impact (01:00:10)

9. Advocacy for Nonprofit and Sobriety (01:05:46)