Not Your Average Radio Interview: Bam Margera Resurfaces Amongst Friends
A close friend for 25 years, Bam Margera, asked to come on the show to talk about what’s been going on in his life. We cautiously reported on how Bam is doing, bringing our friend back onto the show not only to discuss his current situation, but to offer a genuine opportunity for understanding, healing, and support.
Bam Margera, the iconic skateboarder and former star of “Jackass,” made an appearance on The Preston & Steve Show on October 5th. He opened up about his tumultuous journey through addiction, depression, and personal struggles. During the conversation, Bam shared his experiences of hitting rock bottom, his newfound path to recovery, and his hopes for the future.
“I bought a one-way ticket to hell and back, but I’m phenomenal now.” He goes into how he has been in 15 back-to-back rehab programs, and jokes that at least he has good insurance. He’s been forty-five days sober – but it hasn’t been easy. Bam, who had spent the past three years avoiding the public eye while battling depression and addiction, is turning his life around. He expressed that he feels like people talk down to when asking how he’s doing, almost as if people are expecting him to fail. Casey opened up about his own struggles, trying to let Bam know that people aren’t looking down on him – they care about him.
Sh-t got real.
The gang offered Bam some sage advice, encouraging him to let go of the past and not let it consume him. He also touched on his personal life, including his strained relationship with his mother and brother, and has a lot of anger and resentment towards them right now. He also hasn’t seen his son, Phoenix Wolf, in 200 days, and the emotional toll has been challenging for him. The interview wraps up with the gang telling Bam that he’s on the right track – that he’s on his way to seeing his son soon.
Casey stated it best, “From my experience, you need to let go of the resentment. Everything that has happened in the past is gone. The way you feel about Phoenix, your mom and dad feel that way about you.”
Watch the full interview here:
– Lauren Beachy, The Preston & Steve Show Staff
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