The School of Greatness

Josh Peck On Fame, Fatherhood, Becoming Sober & Finding Happiness EP 1261

May 2, 2022

In this engaging discussion, actor Josh Peck reflects on his incredible journey from child star to leading man. He candidly shares his transformation after losing over 100 pounds and the challenges he faced with addiction, highlighting his path to sobriety. Peck also delves into the complexities of fame, discussing misconceptions and the evolving social media landscape. As a father, he reveals invaluable lessons about empathy and personal growth, making for a heartfelt and relatable conversation.

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Intro

3min

Navigating Insecurities and Self-Acceptance

13min

Navigating Fame and Identity

7min

Navigating Fame and Commitment in the Social Media Age

3min

Embracing the Social Media Shift

6min

Navigating Sobriety and Fame

13min

Enhancing Wellness on the Go and Streamlining Entertainment

2min

Navigating Fatherhood and Personal Growth

6min

Finding Empathy Through Fatherhood: A Journey of Reflection

2min

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Navigating Social Media and Pet Responsibilities

2min

11.

Reflections on Pets and Personal Growth

6min

Today's guest is Josh Peck, who has established himself as one of Hollywood's rising talents, making the seamless transition from child actor to leading man. Josh is best known for his role on the Nickelodeon phenomenon Drake & Josh (2004-2007) for which he received a Kids’ Choice Nomination. He’s starred in feature films such as Mean Creek (2004), The Wackness, Red Dawn(2012), and much more. You can next see Josh Peck in the highly anticipated Hulu series, How I Met Your Father, and in the iCarly Reboot on Paramount+.

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