Communal Table Podcast: Philip Speer
Philip Speer talks about recovery, notoriety, and accountability.
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Episode 35: Philip Speer
There are a few reasons why you might know Philip Speer's name. It could be that you're familiar with his long career in Austin restaurants, or the Comedor Run Club that he co-founded to keep the city's industry in balance. It might also be from the national news stories when he landed in jail after a fourth DWI. But he knows he has to talk about all of it—especially the uncomfortable parts—for the good of the industry and for his own wellbeing. Speer opened up about the daily work that goes into sobriety, how to have these difficult conversations with peers and loved ones, and why it's so important for him to give back. Note: This episode was recorded pre-opening in a back office of Comedor during the SXSW festival in Austin, Texas.
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