Finding Identity Through Acting: Scott Oakley's Story
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Published 2023-12-12
[00:01:30] A heart-warming human story.
[00:04:11] Drugs and alcohol
[00:09:02] Sister's suicide and protecting her.
[00:12:59] Scars mean you're still going.
[00:17:06] Finding an identity through bounty hunting.
[00:21:21] Disassociation identity disorder.
[00:25:25] Overcoming addiction and finding redemption.
[00:29:09] Solitary confinement experiences.
[00:32:01] What is a bondsman?
[00:36:12] Lying to capture fugitives.
[00:39:13] Identity and boxing.
[00:43:25] Physicality and its consequences.
[00:47:31] Acting is what you do every day.
[00:51:39] Resilience and the actor's journey.
[00:53:08] The Batman and the Joker.
In this episode of the podcast, Anthony interviews Scott Oakley, a successful actor and mentor with a remarkable life story. Scott opens up about his difficult childhood, including experiences of sexual abuse and the challenges he faced growing up. Despite these hardships, Scott found solace and inspiration in acting, which he pursued from a young age. However, his journey in Hollywood was marred by addiction and personal struggles. It was a DUI and a traumatic incident in jail that led Scott to find sobriety and turn his life around. He also shares his surprising career as a bounty hunter and the dangers he faced in apprehending fugitives. Through it all, Scott's resilience and determination shine through, making him an inspiring figure for listeners.