Brandon Novak Interviews Chris Herren

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Brandon Novak interviews his recovery idol Chris Herren in this very special video. Watch them discuss their struggles with addiction, the first time they met, and the relationship they have built throughout their recovery journey. Subscribe to this channel today to receive updates on the latest with Brandon Novak.
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@Aight-lg8fj 4 жыл бұрын

I look up to him. 🙏 18 days today.

@jackhellebusch7683 3 жыл бұрын

Keep fucking trucking

@sweetcaroline7679 2 жыл бұрын

same here🙏

@merakki 2 жыл бұрын

You still on the journey?

@mikehuntslooseslotsdronesh2200 2 жыл бұрын

Approaching my first month for the second time but this time (for the first time) I finally admitted I needed help to do it and checked myself into rehab. I just graduated 2 days ago and I’m feeling strong, focused and positively hopeful! Love to my brothers and sisters who know and understand the struggle and hurt we’ve put ourselves and our loved ones through. The fight will never end but it can get easier

@apollyon3760 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck brother, we all fall. But only a few of us get back up and have the ability to overcome.

@morgansudduth1272 4 жыл бұрын

Greatest documentary ever. I remember watching that in rehab for the first time and saying that’s me. Of course a poor mans version in regards to the basketball talent but man I’ve watched that at least ten times. I search your name every year to see how you’re doing. I came here because Ben affleck just talked about his new movie and compared his character your story. Congrats to the both of you.

@TheBrillyx 3 жыл бұрын

I had the opportunity to hear Chris Herren speak at my high school and listen to his story, it was truly a great speech that I will never forget. I'm glad yours and his paths have finally crossed to come to a greater good in the world.

@jcarlo331 Жыл бұрын

Chris looks amazing ,, so glad he turned it around .

@03_austindrake88 4 жыл бұрын

Yet another awesome/inspiring video. It's so awesome to see how far Brandon has came and how he's taking his past and using it to help a lot of people. Great job Novak!!! Keep up the great work you are doing.

@ItsKorpi 2 жыл бұрын

Two great inspirations for those of us (such as myself) who struggle with substance abuse and mental health. Thank you guys for what you for the community.

@sawneybean9584 4 жыл бұрын

PLEASE, PLEASE. KEEP DOING WHAT YOU DO, IT REALLY HELPS A LOT OF PEOPLE CHEARS DUDE.

@farmageddon2978 3 жыл бұрын

so glad he is still on track

@andrewwolf4963 4 жыл бұрын

Tell me you went to Warwick Manor on the Eastern Shore kinda on the way to Ocean City from Baltimore. They showed this Documentary to us and i enjoyed it and felt it so much that i went home and found it so that anytime i felt down i could watch it. Took me two tours at Warwick but i finally figured it out 5+ years now. From being Homeless on the streets of West Baltimore living on bed bug infested couches on Baker and Fulton to owning my own home happily married for 2.5 years living in Pasadena .. I’d truly love to chill sometime man. we’ve met twice before maybe more than twice idk but thank you for sharing this with us.

@michaellott210 2 жыл бұрын

Thx for sharing this post ✌🏿

@chrisurlacher1830 4 жыл бұрын

Best video ever. I love Chris I have his audiobook & he is so inspirational as you are. You guys need to both do this again.

@michaelscolasr3894 4 жыл бұрын

Novak I love Chris Herren man I’m so glad for you and proud of you dude Thank God you’re still alive bro your message is a message of HOPE great video God Bless man

@esvbud 4 жыл бұрын

Chris didn't save your family, Novak. You did that. You did, and continue to do the work. Chris was just a guide steering you in the right direction. Chris said it in the interview, "You're doing the same thing I did". That's what it's all about. We in recovery aren't doing anything that people before us, like Chris, haven't done. Those of us that stay sober take the suggestions you talked about, and do the work. I saw Chris's 30 for 30 plenty of times before I got sober, then I saw it in treatment. His story is an inspiration. Your story is an inspiration. I have 3 years, 9 months and 25 clean today.

@jcarlo331 Жыл бұрын

I probably watched Un guarded 100 times , was the long hallway that led me out of that beast , over 8 years clean ,, the lie , is that life can only be good high ,, once you experience life again , and abstain after abstain , life becomes so beautiful ,, all your senses come back ,and you glow with life .

@jdriscbriscollent.7669 4 жыл бұрын

Chris story is so crazy god bless

@justinhawsakajaybird9366 4 жыл бұрын

Brandon, we rapped abt a year ago gave me advice and provided resources & I went to Clearbrook in Scranton WB. Been 11months clean. Seriously provided a push. After D/T #5 this is my longest clean time. 🙏❤ Thanks Brodie...you make a difference.

@Rewiindz 2 жыл бұрын

I know this is 2 years late but just thought it was crazy i went to Clearbrook too last year , small world

@justinhawsakajaybird9366 2 жыл бұрын

@@Rewiindz hope you are in a better place and are doing well

@Rewiindz 2 жыл бұрын

@@justinhawsakajaybird9366 Still trying but taking it one day at a time !

@hunterhoughton7843 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you both!👍

@Mia-zm7mj 4 жыл бұрын

Two of my favorites for sure. Thank you guys

@Evolution_10_X 4 жыл бұрын

Wish it was a longer video!! My 3 favorite recovery advocate i watched his 30 for 30 in rehab too

@tecx37 4 жыл бұрын

Wow this was great! Two great stories and great speakers. And Chris Herren is right when he says there's not enough big voices speaking about this topic in a way that really resonates with people. I know there's many people out who talk about substance abuse but these kids out there esp these days don't listen to advice and end up really suffering the consequences. I saw Chris Herren speak a few years ago and I think the SADNESS behind his message is so important. The sad truth of drug addiction is what goes untold when teaching it to students in classrooms etc, and it really should be the center of the message, along with obviously how dangerous the drugs themselves are.

@lightbeing5505 3 жыл бұрын

I struggled for years on meth and I feel alot of things regret sorrow hate.but I'm here now I pray to be the best I can ever be..I want to be a drug counseler but I don't know where I go from here but I know forward is the way I never go back

@stepmill1 4 жыл бұрын

Novak's story shows that there is no such thing as a lost cause! Super proud of you Novak! Keep doing what you are doing....It gives people hope!

@aidandaniels02 4 ай бұрын

When they/we say it can happen to anyone; damn if that isn’t the brutal truth.

@barb7124 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all you do, Brandon. My cousin passed away from a heroin overdose in Baltimore three weeks ago, and my family is still struggling with grief and anger.

@feedthefatrabbit1073 4 жыл бұрын

@apollyon3760 2 жыл бұрын

Hope you all can recover 🙏 you have way to much beautiful energy to share with the world. We do recover

@samkurts1236 Жыл бұрын

Two of my idols I'm from the trenches of east Baltimore hooked on dope methadone Fentnal and cocaine these men got me clean

@wildwombay1 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Novak

@gravelgirls 3 жыл бұрын

Chris is such a stud.

@Aight-lg8fj 3 жыл бұрын

I look up to him, Im Inspired by him, hopefully some day, I'll clean up my act, and I wanna help people like him, I had a everyday dope habit, and 2 years ago, I stopped the everyday habit, and now, Im relapsing about every 2 weeks to 20days for either 1 or 2 days,Im a chronic relapser, I can't get past it, I've never got past 30 days in 10years, but i finally did, but then I relapsed at 49days, I gotta get past this, I wish I could talk to Chris, well take care everyone, and If your struggling with a habit, I hope your able to beat it. ✌

@TheBrandonNovak 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to get you some help, can you give me a call? 610-557-3942

@Aight-lg8fj 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBrandonNovak Brandon I can't believe you replied to me, Yes I can you call, I appreciate that you would offer me help, When can I call you, I wouldn't be able to today, but yes I would Love that Thank you.

@StealYaMind 2 жыл бұрын

Luv you bros, we're FREE

@wowomg1980 4 жыл бұрын

You guys are inspiring and are a great example for others. No doubt.

@sawneybean9584 4 жыл бұрын

I AM LORDE YA YA YA

@johnnydrama8709 4 жыл бұрын

Chris herrens the best. Watched the same video in rehab.

@scottloring6188 4 жыл бұрын

I saw that 30 for 30 at my last program.when he talks about meeting his dealer right before a game outside the arena waiting in the rain.so crazy

@shaodynasty1017 4 жыл бұрын

I just started treatment today please wish me luck !!

@TheBrandonNovak 4 жыл бұрын

I wish you the best of luck 🙏🏻

@shaodynasty1017 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheBrandonNovak thank you Novak you are a HUGE inspiration brother! Been a fan for so many years. Much love!

@chrisurlacher1830 4 жыл бұрын

Shao Dynasty Good job I’m proud of you. Sometimes it’s not just one day at a time it’s one minute at a time. Don’t give up. Chin up

@dumbbit7322 3 жыл бұрын

Chris should make a show on Netflix

@Tdogg447 4 жыл бұрын

Chris Herren came to my high school and i was like 14 so I just didn't really pay attention but I wish I did

@ginseng2332 4 жыл бұрын

Ur seniors musta been sum junkies lol

@Tdogg447 4 жыл бұрын

@@ginseng2332 haha yeah dude on no trsust me they were bad

@openphoto 4 жыл бұрын

Keep it up Brandon!

@okeydokey2337 2 жыл бұрын

I would give anything to have the privilege of going to Chris's wellness center in MA. I've been on everything and have defeated all that I have been on except for alcohol. I have already lost my entire family because of it but im not trying to give up because of that. I want to be normal so bad but it seems impossible right now. I pray to God for help everyday. But this just seems to be getting more difficult. I'm done with this Neverending cycle of pain but I don't know how to do it by myself.

@TheBrandonNovak 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to help you out. Call me: 610-557-3942

@Notmyrealname69420 4 жыл бұрын

The past 2 weeks since I got off opiates have been fucking rough, thanks for motivating me stay clean

@TheBrandonNovak 4 жыл бұрын

No problem brother. Just take it one day at a time

@chrisparissis990 4 жыл бұрын

Brandon Novak are you taking methadone for treatment? Thanks. All the best

@Notmyrealname69420 4 жыл бұрын

@@chrisparissis990 im not sure what you mean man but I went cold turkey after a 2 month binge/relapse after 3 months clean

@chrisparissis990 4 жыл бұрын

@@Notmyrealname69420 well quit again it's shit man

@brittneyworst3000 4 жыл бұрын

Comrade Corbin it gets worse before it gets better! Stay strong ❤️

@nothingbutthetruth8771 4 жыл бұрын

I love you Novak.

@rossko727 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@coreylew2835 4 жыл бұрын

Did they make basketball diarys after him? What a powerful movie huh

@CharlesXavier8 4 жыл бұрын

Keep trying to help Bam man we need him to get sober

@MrYessireebob 4 жыл бұрын

Bam won't help himself that dense fuck doesn't care

@runeplate123 4 жыл бұрын

Tony yup... Novak definitely knows that if the dude doesn’t want the help for himself there’s nothing Novak can do.. I was on it for 5 yrs and man..... that shit just DRAINED....... ME...... so bad... kept me numb.,

@shazshaz7045 4 жыл бұрын

You got that right I’m having a hard time trying to get off it

@melissalaurie1570 4 жыл бұрын

James Shelswell keep the faith take your days one day at a time and just know today you don’t have to pick up that bottle. Not today... god willing you can do it and if you need help ask god and seek out a meeting get support from other alcoholics it does wonders for your confidence in that there is another way

@chrisparissis990 4 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work seems you have for your nirvana without the Mr brownstone, the needle and the damage done

@TonyDAnnunzio 4 жыл бұрын

Who?

@sawneybean9584 4 жыл бұрын

BEING A JUNKY DOES NOT MAKE YOU A BAD PERSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!..........20+ YEARS AND ALWAYS HAD A JOB AND A FAMILY MAN ON METHADONE SO THERE IS REAL HOPE FOR ADDICTION.............STILL LOVE YOU NUDY NOVAK

@indahpratiwi4308 4 жыл бұрын

Yea it does, because you can't face reality and are always try to escape it

@runeplate123 4 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry but Methadone is a strong Opiate that’s not really HOPE... that’s something that you should be on temporarily only not for a lifetime.

@sawneybean9584 4 жыл бұрын

@@runeplate123 remember youve got to look at it with 1997 eyes and it was the best at the time.........you try getting off it then smarty pants.

@sawneybean9584 4 жыл бұрын

it is HOPE!?

@chrisparissis990 4 жыл бұрын

josie thomson just get a life and you will get off the smack! Yuck. Sometimes you need to take a step back and look what you have become, good luck. Get a life

@samkurts1236 Жыл бұрын

10 months on the 7th off fentanyl methadone crack cocaine and methadone