2 POWERFUL Stories of Addiction, Recovery & Love That Lasts | Katey Sagal & Kurt Sutter

Rich Roll

Apr 10, 2025

Episode description

Kurt Sutter, creator of “Sons of Anarchy,” and Golden Globe-winning actress Katey Sagal share their 20+ year journey through sobriety, success, and marriage. Their candid insights on fame’s spiritual cost reflect the same depth they bring to “PIE,” their new podcast exploring what shapes extraordinary lives. READ MORE👉🏾http://bit.ly/richroll902
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CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Intro
00:05:33 Emotional Growth and Support
00:06:00 Friendship Challenges
00:07:39 Recovery Community Insights
00:08:48 Vulnerability in Communication
00:09:38 Shifts in the Media Landscape
00:10:39 Kurt's Family Background
00:11:45 Future of Revenue Models
00:12:32 Impact of Parents' Deaths
00:13:46 The Resilience of Entertainment
00:14:36 Musical Background
00:16:34 The Importance of Artistic Voice
00:17:22 Raising Musical Children
00:18:27 The Nature of Creative Work
00:20:07 Entering Recovery
00:21:18 Living with Uncertainty
00:22:03 Kurt's Sobriety Journey
00:23:29 Advice for Aspiring Artists
00:24:32 The Reality of Plan B
00:25:01 The Gift of Being an Artist
00:29:35 AD BREAK
00:32:02 Community as a Remedy
00:34:25 The Joy of Sober Moments
00:35:16 Continuing to Attend Meetings
00:37:43 Shifting Focus from Self
00:38:34 Meeting in Al-Anon
00:41:21 First Date with a Sponsor
00:42:14 Intimacy in Early Conversations
00:43:24 Kurt's Journey to Writing
00:44:30 Self-Worth and Identity
00:45:27 Navigating Relationships
00:47:13 Collaboration Challenges
00:48:19 Finding Boundaries
00:51:46 Accountability in Marriage
00:52:53 Conflict Resolution Tools
00:55:24 Spiritual Growth through Challenges
00:57:38 Remarrying Each Other
01:00:19 Facing Self-Obsessions
01:01:46 Moments of Realization
01:03:17 Kurt's Season Three Pickup Experience
01:04:12 Impact of Personal Struggles
01:05:59 Kurt's Decision to Stay
01:07:29 Lessons from Relationship Challenges
01:08:11 Self-Love and Relationship Growth
01:09:54 The Importance of Seeking Truth
01:11:52 AD BREAK
01:13:01 Engaging Relationships as Learning Experiences
01:14:55 Crisis and Personal Struggles
01:15:56 Cultural Expectations on Men
01:18:09 The Illusion of Material Success
01:20:01 Finding Meaning Beyond Achievement
01:23:36 Parenting and Success Dilemmas
01:24:38 The Journey of Achieving Meaning
01:25:30 Money as Freedom
01:26:08 Kurt's Past Relationships and Growth
01:27:51 Creative Differences and Departure
01:36:53 Emotional Growth and Support
01:39:23 The Nature of Artistic Integrity
01:41:06 Shifts in the Media Landscape
01:43:13 Future of Revenue Models
01:45:07 The Resilience of Entertainment
01:46:35 The Evolution of Documentary Filmmaking
01:47:53 The Importance of Artistic Voice
01:48:44 Navigating Fear and Uncertainty
01:49:46 The Nature of Creative Work
01:51:04 The Role of Auditions
01:52:00 The Non-Linear Path of Creativity
01:52:39 Living with Uncertainty
01:53:21 Trusting the Process
01:54:57 Advice for Aspiring Artists
01:58:22 Parental Support in the Arts
01:58:47 Commitment to Growth
01:59:40 Podcast Overview

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Hi I'm Rich Roll. I'm a vegan ultra-endurance athlete, author, podcaster, public speaker & wellness evangelist. But mainly I'm a dad of four. If you want to know more, visit my website or check out these two the NY Times articles:
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Episode description

Kurt Sutter, creator of “Sons of Anarchy,” and Golden Globe-winning actress Katey Sagal share their 20+ year journey through sobriety, success, and marriage. Their candid insights on fame’s spiritual cost reflect the same depth they bring to “PIE,” their new podcast exploring what shapes extraordinary lives. READ MORE👉🏾http://bit.ly/richroll902
✌🏼🌱 - Rich

This Episode Is Brought To You By…
OneSkin: Get 15% off using code RICHROLL👉https://bit.ly/oneskinrrp
Momentous: 20% OFF all of my favorite products👉 https://bit.ly/LiveMomentous2025
Pique: Get up to 20% OFF plus a FREE rechargeable frother and glass beaker with your first purchase👉https://bit.ly/piquerrp
Bragg: Get 20% OFF your first order with code RICHROLL👉https://bit.ly/braggXrrp2025

Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/rrpsponsors

LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST
Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/rrpitunes
Spotify: http://bit.ly/rrpspotify
Google: http://bit.ly/rrpgooglepods

Meal Planner: http://meals.richroll.com
Voicing Change Book: http://richroll.com/vc
Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RichRollPodcastClips
Newsletter: http://bit.ly/rollcallemail

CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Intro
00:05:33 Emotional Growth and Support
00:06:00 Friendship Challenges
00:07:39 Recovery Community Insights
00:08:48 Vulnerability in Communication
00:09:38 Shifts in the Media Landscape
00:10:39 Kurt's Family Background
00:11:45 Future of Revenue Models
00:12:32 Impact of Parents' Deaths
00:13:46 The Resilience of Entertainment
00:14:36 Musical Background
00:16:34 The Importance of Artistic Voice
00:17:22 Raising Musical Children
00:18:27 The Nature of Creative Work
00:20:07 Entering Recovery
00:21:18 Living with Uncertainty
00:22:03 Kurt's Sobriety Journey
00:23:29 Advice for Aspiring Artists
00:24:32 The Reality of Plan B
00:25:01 The Gift of Being an Artist
00:29:35 AD BREAK
00:32:02 Community as a Remedy
00:34:25 The Joy of Sober Moments
00:35:16 Continuing to Attend Meetings
00:37:43 Shifting Focus from Self
00:38:34 Meeting in Al-Anon
00:41:21 First Date with a Sponsor
00:42:14 Intimacy in Early Conversations
00:43:24 Kurt's Journey to Writing
00:44:30 Self-Worth and Identity
00:45:27 Navigating Relationships
00:47:13 Collaboration Challenges
00:48:19 Finding Boundaries
00:51:46 Accountability in Marriage
00:52:53 Conflict Resolution Tools
00:55:24 Spiritual Growth through Challenges
00:57:38 Remarrying Each Other
01:00:19 Facing Self-Obsessions
01:01:46 Moments of Realization
01:03:17 Kurt's Season Three Pickup Experience
01:04:12 Impact of Personal Struggles
01:05:59 Kurt's Decision to Stay
01:07:29 Lessons from Relationship Challenges
01:08:11 Self-Love and Relationship Growth
01:09:54 The Importance of Seeking Truth
01:11:52 AD BREAK
01:13:01 Engaging Relationships as Learning Experiences
01:14:55 Crisis and Personal Struggles
01:15:56 Cultural Expectations on Men
01:18:09 The Illusion of Material Success
01:20:01 Finding Meaning Beyond Achievement
01:23:36 Parenting and Success Dilemmas
01:24:38 The Journey of Achieving Meaning
01:25:30 Money as Freedom
01:26:08 Kurt's Past Relationships and Growth
01:27:51 Creative Differences and Departure
01:36:53 Emotional Growth and Support
01:39:23 The Nature of Artistic Integrity
01:41:06 Shifts in the Media Landscape
01:43:13 Future of Revenue Models
01:45:07 The Resilience of Entertainment
01:46:35 The Evolution of Documentary Filmmaking
01:47:53 The Importance of Artistic Voice
01:48:44 Navigating Fear and Uncertainty
01:49:46 The Nature of Creative Work
01:51:04 The Role of Auditions
01:52:00 The Non-Linear Path of Creativity
01:52:39 Living with Uncertainty
01:53:21 Trusting the Process
01:54:57 Advice for Aspiring Artists
01:58:22 Parental Support in the Arts
01:58:47 Commitment to Growth
01:59:40 Podcast Overview

CONNECT WITH RICH
✩ Website - http://richroll.com​
✩ Rich Roll Podcast - https://richroll.com/all-episodes/
✩ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/richroll/
✩ Twitter - https://twitter.com/richroll
✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/richrollfans
✩ Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/14443?oq=rich
✩ Memoir: Finding Ultra - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/finding-ultra/
✩ Meals - http://meals.richroll.com​
✩ Cook - The Plantpower Way - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-signed/
✩ Italian! - The Plantpower Way: Italia - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-italia-signed/
✩ Support - https://www.patreon.com/richroll

FILMED AND EDITED BY DAN DRAKE
https://www.dandrake333.com/

* * * * *

NEW TO RICH?
Hi I'm Rich Roll. I'm a vegan ultra-endurance athlete, author, podcaster, public speaker & wellness evangelist. But mainly I'm a dad of four. If you want to know more, visit my website or check out these two the NY Times articles:
http://bit.ly/otillonyt
http://bit.ly/vegansglam

I LOVE MAIL! SEND IT HERE:
2630 Conejo Spectrum St.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

#richroll #richrollpodcast

Mindsip insights from this episode:

Align spirituality with success to maintain purpose

If your sense of spirituality and purpose doesn't grow proportionately with your material success, you will lose your way.

Evolve your relationship to remarry your partner

A long-term relationship can evolve through multiple stages, allowing you to essentially have several different "marriages" with the same person as you both grow.

Shift motivation from external validation to love and service

When external validation like paychecks and praise no longer fuels you, the motivation for your work must shift to love and service to find lasting esteem.

Balance personal vision with algorithmic demands in creative industries

In modern creative industries, an artist's personal vision can directly conflict with what a platform's data-driven algorithm determines is needed for commercial success.

Build trust in process through consistent positive outcomes

Instead of relying on blind faith, you can develop trust in a process by observing that your consistent efforts have repeatedly led to positive outcomes over time.

Avoid prescribing diet pills to prevent stimulant addiction in youth

A doctor prescribing diet pills to a 14-year-old for being slightly overweight can be the starting point for a lifelong addiction to stimulants.

Foster community to combat addiction

The opposite of the isolation inherent in addiction is community, making it a crucial element for recovery.

Address thinking patterns to overcome addiction

Even after abstaining from substances, the underlying thinking process of an addict still requires treatment because the addiction is rooted in a fear-based way of looking at the world.

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