James English Talks About His Drug And Gambling Addiction And Why He Made The Changes.

Published 2018-10-01
James English, The Anything Goes Show.

James English talks to Elliot Reeves from Inspired Edinburgh, who has kindly let us use the interview he recently done with James to celebrate reaching 25 episodes.

James speaks openly about his battles with drink, drugs, gambling and women. He also speaks about growing up in Possil Park one of the UK's most deprived areas.

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All Comments (21)
  • @saturn1returns
    I spent two years of my life addicted to a drug called Viagra, it was the hardest two years of my life.
  • @Nellakram313
    James I just wanted to thankyou, I had a rough upbringing aswell. I always thought gambling was a quick fix after never having money. Im 34 now and ive finally realised its been the cause of all my problems for the last 15+ years. After stumbling upon your podcasts a few months ago you have given me the inspiration to turn my life around. Im a single dad and I now have a completely different and positive outlook going forward, to give me and my son a better life. Keep up the good work šŸ‘
  • Hi James I've been watching ur podcasts for the last few months, I've subscribed šŸ˜ I'm 30 I have cerebral palsy wheelchair bound lost my mum at 13 dad at 19 severe anxiety and I've had ah drink problem since ah lost ma dad, am now 4 years sober off my own back, so aye people can change šŸ‘Œ well done for opening up I can relate to ur story xx
  • Now I understand better why James has become the nation's favorite podcast! A very real and insightful Life experience that he shares candidly in here. Like him the book that changed my life was "The Power of Now" (and all the other books by Eckhart Tolle) so I can really relate. And Elliot Reeves does a great job at interviewing a great interviewer!!!
  • @olyjfitness
    Sounds exactly like me. Was a wrongern in my 20s..violence, steroids, cocaine, womanising, bankruptcy, alcoholism. All comes crashing down. Then you either are reborn or carry on into hell on earth. Was a long road back and I didnt have a spiritual awakening until 10 years later. Which was totally unexpected. And very painful..but has opened my eyes to the world. I'm glad I was blessed like you by higher powers to follow this path and help others . Up at 5am too Read Meditate Wim hoff Cold shower Get to work feel amazing
  • @SC-rn1uc
    Amazing interview James, the best thing to come out of this quarantine bollox is finding your channel šŸ‘
  • @kellycusack1454
    What an insight, I absolutely love this interview. So down to earth and real. I have sat at my desk all afternoon looking at motivational speakers. Definitely hit a nerve - as someone who had lost themselves and i am trying to claw the old me back it really helps to know that there is someone who gets it. From the outside I may have a lot of blessings but the mental torture I put myself through day in day out is cripling and ruining relationships with those closest to me. I need to sort my shit out lol
  • Spot on James!!! this has properly hit home and is so true of so so many young men out there and with the rate of suicide and biggest cause of death under 45's this is very relatable! There is a void in so many people we try and cover up and drown and it doesnt go away by chance! Brilliant work thanks alot keep up the good work alot of people need to hear this!
  • @scotmac5143
    "if your dreams don't scare you, there not big enough", what a great saying. šŸ‘šŸ‘šŸ‘
  • @antjmi
    Glad I watched this and heard James story so much which I resonate with....stumbled across his podcasts over lockdown but now I know more about him they are even better to watch than before!
  • Love your story James, can relate in so many ways. From your awakening to views on fake world social media. We all on our own our own path and if it makes you happy & progress your person then go for it..kinda the advice I needed to hear this morning. Thankyou x
  • Thanks for sharing your story and showing people that you can change. I've been trying to change my life for a while now and I'm getting there but sometimes I have set backs. I'll get there and have taken some good advice and points from this interview.
  • @jamielee9960
    Telling the story of most lads coming through council estates in Britain can relate to, growing up watching and hearing bad situations then partying and going wild as itā€™s all they no before growing up and gaining experience in life and realising thatā€™s itā€™s the little things what matter!! Well done James I watch your podcasts of old crime figures who have a story tell your doing well pal good luck šŸ‘
  • your defo on a path of self discovery, abundance is measured in kindnes, and its infectious, like your laugh, keep passing it on. excellent interviewšŸ‘.
  • @gaze3436
    Guys got balls to explaining his situation like this. Well done James šŸ’ŖšŸ¼
  • @jackc3781
    Man itā€™s mad how much I can relate to the stuff James is saying as Iā€™ve been down a similar path myself .Top man with a great mindset!
  • @danbirchall9721
    Im coming up to 4 weeks clean off cocaine this friday. This video james is going to spur me on more. Thanks matešŸ’ŖšŸ’Ŗ
  • @walterwhite3143
    One of the best interviews Iā€™ve ever seen. James youā€™re an inspiration, Sir.