#67 - Troy Foust Talks Addiction, Mental Health & Chasing Comedy Dreams

Matt and Paige sit down with comedian Troy Foust for an honest conversation that blends humor with some of life's heavier moments. Troy shares what it was like growing up as a military brat, moving through 13 different states before eventually calling Michigan home, and how that constant change shaped who he is today.The conversation dives into Troy's journey through addiction and recovery, the lasting impact of losing his brother to mental health struggles and addiction, and what it's been like becoming a stepfather while chasing a career in comedy. They also talk about pursuing dreams later in life, balancing ambition with the responsibilities of being an aging father, and finding purpose through it all.To lighten things up, Matt and Troy discover they have something unexpected in common as they compare notes on life with GLP-1 medications, leading to plenty of laughs along the way.It's a heartfelt, funny, and deeply personal episode about resilience, family, second chances, and never giving up on the life you want.Support the show