Surviving Skid Row with Richard Galvan
Soberly Speaking16 Helmi 2025

Surviving Skid Row with Richard Galvan

Richard Galvan grew up in LA, born into a world of substance abuse, violence, selling drugs and gangs.

He became an alcoholic at just 12 years old, which quickly spiralled into a heroin addiction before he understood the gravity of his situation. Richard experienced a sliding doors moment on Skid Row whilst doing crack cocaine, he chose to detox in jail and got someone pregnant in rehab.

Despite generational trauma and the chaotic influences around him, Richard now celebrates nearly two decades of sobriety. He’s also the author of 'The Addict' purchase to read below;

Read 'The Addict' here

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Ready to share your story? Email hello@soberlyspeaking.com.au

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses themes of domestic violence, violence, and substance abuse. Please listen with care.

The National Alcohol & Other Drug Hotline is a free and confidential 24/7 phone service that provides counselling, advice, and information for those struggling with addiction. Call 1800 250 015

https://toolkit.lifeline.org.au/articles/support/national-alcohol-other-drug-hotline

Creator & host- Julia Rangiheuea

Video producer- Beaudene Perussich

Image & logo- Jasmine Rule

In the spirit of reconciliation Soberly Speaking acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

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