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“How to Breathe While Suffocating” Bruce W. Brackett

“How to Breathe While Suffocating” Bruce W. Brackett

“From Darkness to Light: Journeying with Bruce W. Brackett through ‘How to Breathe While Suffocating’ and Beyond”

Join host Bryan Alzate and special guest Bruce W. Brackett (BWB) in Episode 162 of “The Hell Has an Exit” podcast as they explore Bruce’s remarkable journey from addiction and mental health struggles to authoring his gripping memoir, “How to Breathe While Suffocating.” Delve into BWB’s raw and transformative narrative, where he discusses pivotal moments that led him to sobriety and self-discovery through art. With candid vulnerability, Bruce shares his experiences, including a frightening diagnosis that once veered him off course but ultimately guided him toward healing.

As a certified international motivational speaker, Off-Broadway success, acclaimed acrylic portrait artist, and passionate advocate for recovery, Bruce’s story is one of resilience and hope. Through his captivating timelapse videos and unique artistic expression, he spreads positivity to his vast online community, inspiring over 1.2 million followers across TikTok and Instagram to believe in the power of recovery. Don’t miss this profound episode of personal triumph and empowerment.


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Hell Has an Exit Podcast is a display of resilience of the human spirit. Our host Bryan Alzate was addicted at the age of 14. Lost and suicidal he found his own exit in hell by getting clean at 17 and involvement in a 12 step program. Since then Bryan has dedicated much of his life helping other addicts find the Exit. On this show Bryan interviews individuals who have fought similar battles- emotionally raw, vulnerable and uncut.