From Nightclubs to Recovery: Andrew Maloof on Showing Up and Staying Sober

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Andrew Maloof, co-founder and CEO of Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery in Boise, Idaho. Andrew reflects on his 12 years of sobriety, his journey from working in Las Vegas nightclubs to owning a treatment center, and how a moment of spiritual surrender changed everything. Together, they dive into what makes treatment effective, why hospitality and connection matter in recovery, and the power of simply showing up.Whether you’re sober-curious, in long-term recovery, or supporting a loved one, Andrew’s humility, humor, and real-life experience offer deep insight and encouragement.Timestamps:[00:00] Welcome & Introduction[01:00] Sobriety Milestones & The Masters Moment[04:00] Following Directions: A Recipe for Recovery[08:00] Fellowship, Inventory, and Staying Connected[12:00] Embarrassment vs. Empowerment in Getting Sober[17:00] From UNLV to Las Vegas Nightclubs to Recovery[20:00] Founding Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery[24:00] Hospitality in Treatment: Why It Matters[29:00] That First Honest Prayer[32:00] Living the Easier, Softer Way[36:00] Just Show Up: Final ReflectionsKey Topics:The importance of connection in early and ongoing recoveryHow hospitality plays a key role in healing environmentsThe founding of Eagle Creek Ranch and their philosophy of careWhat makes a treatment experience truly transformationalWhy showing up beats pretending every timeGuest Bio:Andrew Maloof is the co-founder and CEO of Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery, a residential treatment center for men based in Idaho. With a background in hospitality management from UNLV and a personal recovery journey spanning more than a decade, Andrew combines professional excellence with lived experience. He’s passionate about creating healing spaces grounded in compassion, accountability, and the 12 Steps.Resources & Links:Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery Website: https://www.eaglecreekranchrecovery.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eaglecreekranchrecoveryFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecoveryFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecoveryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recoveryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_ncWatch & Listen:Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5GjwApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXwYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mnSEO Hashtags:#AndrewMaloof #EagleCreekRecovery #RecoveryPodcast #12StepRecovery #AddictionRecovery #FindingNewWatersPodcast #SoberLife #HolisticHealingPowerful Quote:“Just show up. Be on time. Be present. You can’t pretend to care, but you can’t pretend to show up.”