Joe McGinniss Jr.

In this episode, Joe McGinniss Jr., an author known for his poignant memoir 'Damaged People', opens up about his turbulent childhood as the son of bestselling author Joe McGinniss. He shares insights into the emotional distance caused by his father's fame and struggles with addiction. Topics of generational trauma, accountability versus the 'disease' narrative of addiction, and his own mental health journey highlight the complex dynamics of father-son relationships. Joe's reflections on parenting reveal both vulnerability and a quest for redemption.