"‘I Shot Her0in & Dodged Cops!’ | J-Mac’s SHOCKING Journey from Drug Hell to Sober Street Art King

Buckle up for a no-holds-barred episode as Louis sits down with J-Mac, a Boston street kid turned graffiti artist and recovery warrior. From stealing at 8 to shooting heroin by 21, J-Mac’s life was a whirlwind of drugs, high-speed chases, and heartbreak. Witnessing domestic violence at 6, growing up with an addicted mom, and chasing the rush of graffiti and opiates, his story is as real as it gets. But this ain’t just a sob story. J-Mac clawed his way out of addiction’s grip, turning his street art into a powerful voice for hope. With nearly 9 years sober, he’s painting murals, running groups at treatment centers, and helping others rise from the ashes. From dodging cops on Revere Beach to losing friends to overdoses, J-Mac’s journey is a gut-punch of pain, relapse, and redemption. Louis and J-Mac dive deep into the chaos of addiction, the power of recovery, and why speaking your truth is the ultimate weapon against demons. Whether you’re fighting addiction, mental health struggles, or just life’s bullshit, this episode will hit you in the feels and leave you inspired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices