Rob: Surviving Abuse and Finding His Voice | 156

In this compelling episode of Behind Beautiful Things, we sit down with Rob, author of the bold and unflinching memoir Asshole. Rob shares his story of growing up in a deeply troubled family, his early escape into the world of radio, and the horrific abuse he endured along the way.Through honesty and dark humor, Rob reflects on how he found purpose in the entertainment industry, using creativity and storytelling as tools for survival and expression. We also explore his ongoing journey toward wellness, resilience, and self-acceptance.This conversation is raw, real, and ultimately hopeful — a must-listen for anyone interested in memoir writing, surviving trauma, and the power of turning pain into purpose.Please note: This episode contains descriptions of domestic violence and sexual abuse. Please take care while listening. Check out Rob’s work:Website: http://robtonkin.com/  Behind Beautiful Things Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Behind Beautiful Things on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249Follow Behind Beautiful Things on Instagram: @behindbeautifulthingspodcastLearn more about Kevin’s Professional Speaking and Acting at www.kevincrispin.comCheck out Kevin’s substack: https://allconviction.substack.com Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022Editorial note: Behind Beautiful Things is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Behind Beautiful Things in any way. Please note that Behind Beautiful Things is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.