This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von E392 Trauma Restoration Man
May 10, 2022
Bobby Cotton, a trauma restoration specialist from Minneapolis, shares his gripping journey through the aftermath of traumatic events like fires and suicides. He recounts the emotional challenges of revitalizing spaces after disasters and the surprisingly humorous anecdotes that arise in his line of work. From bizarre Christmas sewage cleanups to navigating sensitive environments, Bobby reveals the complexities and unexpected camaraderie in trauma restoration. His stories offer a unique blend of darkness and humor, showcasing the resilience required in this vital profession.
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Riots Cleanup
- Bobby Cotton boarded up businesses during the George Floyd riots, working 120 hours per week.
- He witnessed the devastation and the impact on the city's vibe.
Graffiti Incident
- While cleaning graffiti after the riots, Bobby Cotton had a gun pulled on him.
- The perpetrators were unhappy he was removing the graffiti, despite him just doing his job.
Degloving Incident
- A worker at a manufacturing facility got degloved by a lathe.
- Bobby had to clean up extensive blood splatter.