#210 Makua Rothman - From Big Wave World Champ to Overcoming Addiction and Becoming a Self-Aware Dad & Global Musician

Makua Rothman’s story is as powerful as the waves he’s conquered.In this raw and inspiring episode, I sit down with the 2015 Big Wave World Champion to talk about the highs, the lows, and everything in between. From a turbulent upbringing in Hawaii – including his father’s time in prison – to finding purpose in the ocean, Makua opens up about how surfing gave him direction, discipline, and a sense of belonging.We dive deep into his battle with addiction and the inner work that helped him break free. Now a devoted father, Makua shares how becoming a parent shifted his perspective, helping him become more self-aware, grounded, and grateful.From world titles to world tours, his passion has flowed from surfing into music – including a collaboration with Wiz Khalifa – as he uses his voice to uplift others and share his story.We talk about:Growing up in Hawaii and his father’s time in prisonFinding a lifeline in surfing and becoming Big Wave World ChampOvercoming addiction and the journey to healingFatherhood, self-awareness, and emotional growthTransitioning into a music career and sharing powerful stories through songStaying connected to culture, community, and purposeMakua’s story is about resilience, rebirth, and riding life’s waves with heart. An unforgettable conversation.Connect with Makua:Instagram: www.instagram.com/makuarothman/?hl=enwww.makuamusic.com/www.villains4good.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/7pQXV7o6wsKQgdEeomlBca?si=JtkA_cLfSAO0iyqE18YNawGrab a copy of my new book coming October 1st!"The 1% Good Club" Amazon - https://amzn.to/46ve1i2Booktopia - https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/e1xrkr🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to:✅ Subscribe to the podcast⭐ Leave a 5-star rating & review📲 Share this episode with friends & family📸 Take a screenshot and tag us on socials!🌍 Learn more about Cooper & The Good Human Factory:🔗 Instagram: @goodhumanspod | @thegoodhumanfactory | @cooperchapman💻 Website: www.thegoodhumanfactory.com🛍️ Merch: Use code PODCAST for 25% OFF – Shop Here📩 Sponsorship Enquiries: Want to sponsor the Good Humans Podcast? Email [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.