A Life On Drugs-Ryan Leone 

RIP Ryan can’t believe your gone. You will be deeply missed man!!

Thanks for having me on Mark. And thanks to everyone for listening. ♥️

I'm a veteran, was actually addicted to alcohol and cigarettes. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Got diagnosed with cptsd. Not until my wife recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Much respect to mother nature the great magic shrooms.

as a recovering addict, this is the best interview I've seen. I am saddened to find that Ryan passed. Rest easy man

Found Ryan originally from an interview he did on lockdown 23 and 1. That led me to finding Ryan’s channel. Watched a couple videos and was laughing, shocked, mad, sad, back to laughing. I then had no choice but to scroll all the way to the very beginning. That’s when my path down the rabbit hole of the Ryan Leone saga began and i was hooked. You are now free from all the demons you fought for years. Rest easy bro.

Children. They save so many of us by giving us purpose. Just like Ryan, my son saved me from addiction and certain death. As soon as I found out I was carrying a baby, I fought hard for my sobriety and to get clean. I was homeless and drug addicted with mental health issues at the time. I got myself straight, raised my son together with his father (30 yrs together) and my two other children and went on to earn my BA in behavioral science. Children. The Best 💖

Never let the truth get in the way of a good story.

Watched this video last night and then realized while reading the comments that he was gone. Broke my heart. My thoughts to his family, Ryan seemed so proud of them. Rest in peace fella. Love from France.

Watching this for the first time today and Ryan came across as a natural storyteller. Just saw the comments on his passing and my thoughts are with his family and friends. Enjoy the afterlife dude! Thank you Mark for letting him share his story with us

When this man started his story I was thinking that the puts it together so perfectly, I felt like Im reading a book. Moments later he says he was into writing. Great story teller. Exeptional guest.

Watching this now after Ryan has passed away is such a bummer. I had been following Ryan since he got out of prison and just started his RU-vid channel. Was a big fan and was rooting for him as I’ve struggled with addiction. RIP Ryan. Palabra.

Recovery is possible. Never give up hope. RIP Ryan. My heart goes out to his kids.

I’m buying his book as we speak. I was an opiate and amphetamine addict for 25+ years. Most my life. I’m clean now and thriving. This channel is amazing and these stories break my heart. RIP Ryan and dozens of ppl I’ve lost to the game. Either OD or drug related violence or suicide. I’m glad I made it out. Love and prayers to all the addicts still stuck in it and their families too. Free MERKS- doing 30-life in the feds. Love to all my folks who got and stayed clean and the support they gave me to do it myself!! Without them I’d be dead

You never know what people are going through and you never know what can trigger addiction and these interviews show this. I commend his honesty and courage to be transparent.

I love how some people can just tell an hour long story from being asked one question

I discovered Ryan Leone right before he passed away, and I was so shocked to see him on your channel, Mark. Thank you for having him on. His RU-vid channel is incredible. I had started bingeing on his videos and then he passed away. Oh my heart. He’s so relatable, and even though some people don’t have sympathy for drug addicts, and that’s understandable. But, damn. I don’t have sympathy for a lot of people, but Ryan is certainly not one of them. A kind man, despite the things he did when he was a “junkie” (his words). He was an only child, loved by his parents, who remind me of mine, loved by his beautiful wife, Karina, and loved by his two sweet children. RIP, Ryan 🙏🏻

OH man, Ryan's story reminds me so much of my own, and how lucky I am that it has never gotten this bad for me. It is a struggle everyday, but I'll get there. Rest well my man, and thank you Mark for shining a light.

I reached a level where i wait for your videos to listen to, learn new vocabs and also try to understand every individual, and be kind to everyone around me for i know and for you taught me that we all struggle somehow! Thank you 🌺

Thank you for these stories. They remind me of how bad going back out there gets. 4 years and 10 months ago I was in shambles. I got everything back that I had lost and I need the reminder every now and again to keep me grateful for the struggle and newfound peace.

Rest In Peace Ryan Leone. We never met, but I appreciate you. Thank you soft white underbelly for letting people authentically share their stories.

Wow R.I.P. Ryan. The way he describes the panic when being dope sick and willing to do just about anything is spot on.

followed this dude for awhile on his own vlog. Seemed a bit self entitled and almost proud of his drug escapades and stories that came with it. I just felt really sorry for his parents and friends that had to put up with it all.

Hey Mark, I would love to see an interview of you actually. Like a collection of thoughts and conclusions of what you’ve learned meeting these people and documenting their stories for us. Thank you for your content and your existence!

Rest in peace. One of the few people I followed from the beginning. Still can't believe he's gone all this time later. I've never related to anyone as much as this dude.

I am currently listening to his audiobook, it’s absolutely amazing. I wish I’d have known about it sooner. Such a gifted storyteller, absolutely beyond talented. I wish people could get the happiness they deserve sooner,

6 months clean from herion today just graduated my recovery program and I’m about to be out of sober living within the month and I’m only 21

Another great one I can tell from the first 2 min! I love how people just let it flow. Mark only needs to hold the camera and be present… these candid interviews have changed my life in so many ways. I am so grateful and humbled by these . Thank you so much Mark for giving these amazing people a platform to tell their stories and allow the world to see that addiction does not discriminate.

Vale Ryan. Feels like the last chapter was still to be written. Thank you for sharing. Love to all who loved you. 💙

Ryan was a participant in life, not an observer and experienced in his 36 years than most do who live to 80. R.I.P. Ryan.

Ryan’s stories have helped me stay sober . I really hope he can pull through

He's so well spoken & clear headed, especially after all the drug use. Very good interview.

Damn .. that getting clean, then relapsing, then getting clean, and relapsing is the most dangerous time to OD.. RIP Ryan 💔

RIP 🕊 RYAN LEONE, SO SAD TO HEAR ABOUT HIS PASSING AWAY, CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY AND RELATIVES

This man can really tell stories and also uses accelerated words very simply. This was cool. Not what you expected from the thumbnail

I love the way this guy expressed his life stories, listening to this actually felt watching a movie , great interview! Hope he can come back again with more details on some life events 👍🏻

Unbelievable how captivating this was to watch. Truly an eloquent delivery by a natural storyteller.

His interview really helps us understand step by step the levels of becoming an addict. I can see him being an author. He describes every moment of his story so we feel like we were with him during each episode that he experienced. Looking at him, you would never think he had the life he has lived. I wish you continued success in your recovery. And I see another book in your future 🙂

Watching these story’s makes me realize how blessed my life has been and is up to this day.

Rip Ryan thank you for all the great stories I hope you find happiness in the next life. You gave me lots in this one.

Wow. So good🙌🏼👏🏼 I have seen most, if not all, of your interviews and this one is at the top.

Mark I really enjoy your videos! I imagine it must be hard at times but the fact that you keep producing these is mind blowing! You are creating a legacy unmatched by others and I am blessed to see it being made!

I think my internal alarm clock is set to 3am. Even if I turn in at midnight? Wide awake by 3. I look forward to SWU because I have horrific insomnia and am in long term recovery. Mark's interviews remind me of where I came from and keep me humble and aware.

I just found out the news of Ryan's passing this morning. He was a true inspiration for us trying to get clean. I watched all his content. Love u bro. RIP Ryan.

Wow this almost has 1,000,000 views! Ryan would have been so stoked about this. Miss you brother, R.I.P Ryan

Absolutely love Ryan, he is amazing n watching his journey has been so profound. Thanks Mark for spotlighting him…

Wow! What a story. He’s very articulate and so smart. I hope he continues on his journey to happiness with his children. ❤️

This guy is so well spoken and seems really intelligent. Great interview 👌🏻

Rest in peace brother. Just got the news. I've lost so many of my friends in santa Barbara. It's sad. With lots of money, comes lots of drugs and as great as santa Barbara is, we couldn't escape the underbelly of the beautiful town. Many have lost thier battle with addiction, we just lost Ryan. You are finally at peace brother 🙏. My deepest and most sincere condolences go out to your family. 😢

Man this one hit me hard. Can’t wait to read his book. Thank you for sharing your story, and thank you Mark.

Ryan, this is one of my favorite interviews because there is a reason for people to believe that if you so choose you can come back better than ever. Good for you!!!!

If my memory serves me correctly Ryan had multiple suicide attempts right around the time this would have been filmed, just because somebody looks okay doesn’t mean that they are. It breaks my heart that we don’t have better ways to help people like Ryan who clearly suffered from long term untreated mental illness if you followed his story closely. It’s just tragic what happened he always struck me as the type who’d make it out the other side.

Reading all these old comments breaks my ❤️ and brings tears to my eyes. Ryan brother! Your stories helped so many through so much. We all just wish you could've helped yourself. In the throws of my heroin addiction I heard you tell your stories. I didn't think I'd make it out. I was always alone but I had your stories. I got clean 11-01-22 from heroin man. 4 months after you passed. Gracias Ryan Leone. PALABRA 💯

Ryan is very eloquent and clearly intelligent; society needs to harness a way to get the best out of talented people like Ryan, who don't necessarily benefit from the typical system: very easy to say, but hard to find a solution

I’m glad he’s sober!! I’m 5 years sober and life has been soooooo beautiful to me since then. Beautiful children, beautiful man, and a beautiful home ♥️♥️ so thankful

He was an amazing storyteller. RIP Ryan.

Ryan's description of dope sickness is so accurate! I'm a recovering heroin addict and the way he explained the panic and dread of being dope sick was 100% accurate and relatable

What an incredible story. Going through multiple prison stents, losing everything MULTIPLE times and missing the birth of your child could break anyone and the fact that he continued to try grow above this is beyond inspiring. We usually don’t hear stories like this. Thanks Mark 🙏🏽💜

The truth is ?? He is just a well spoken con man and drug user. There are thousands like him

RIP. I hope his family and loved ones are coping as best they can.

Tyvm for sharing with us! My husband and son suffer from ADHD. It’s a real struggle at times. 🙏 Finding a balance with adhd/medication/school is definitely a challenge as a parent when the schools are saying the child needs it.

Always love hearing Ryan speak. Dopey nation stands with you and always supports you. Keep writing and keep cherishing those kids. Always the best of luck 🖤

Watchin this and You gave me hope for today. Be in peace Ryan. You suffered plenty. I hope your in the best place possible for a tormented soul. Thank you for this life God. Rest up man

How did I not know you had a SWU interview. UGH what a bittersweet moment to find this video now.. R.I.P. man, you were an inspiration 🙌 and you left behind a beautiful family.

This was the best interview that you’ve ever done. I love Ryan Leoni. I’m so sorry that he is no longer with us. What a great loss to society.

Wow! An absolutely phenomenal speaker, one of my favorites from your channel Mark, very engaging, Ryan seems quite intelligent, and a damn good story teller.

We are probably around similar ages. My mother always insistently refused the recommendation of drugs through my childhood, many times she was told I had adhd. I do not believe I ever did and would likely have a very similar appetite had she not.. this interview ascertained that assumption for me.. I hope you can find a place for yourself in life Ryan without these things. You seem like a great charismatic guy and I wish you nothing but the best. Thank you for sharing your story with us. ♥️

Best description of being dope sick. 🥺🥺🥺Would never wish it on my worst enemy. Regular ppl will never truly understand

Mark, you said on Rogan that your favorite interviews are the ones where you don't have to say/ask much. This one fits that bill and then some. GREAT interview/episode.Amazing story telling. Unreal.

What a great story here. I enjoyed listening to Ryan and his life.

I wonder if there's anything this guy has ever done for him to take accountability for any of his life choices . 1st the Parents put his on drugs. 2nd, he shoots up for the 1st time by force. He goes to jail for Pimping but he wasn't a Pimp, he was just helping a friend. He's the perfect example of why , whenever I meet FAST TALKERS , I use more caution 🥴

Just read the Independent (local Santa Barbara free weekly magazine) and learned that Ryan passed away on July 2nd, 2022. As a local Santa Barbarian it hurts to lose a local. RIP Ryan, thank you for what you did while you were here, helping others while facing your addiction head on and honestly. You will be missed.

This guys story was awesome and sad, i learned he just died a week ago and it bums me out, such a talented dude.

What a compelling storyteller. Best to you and yours, Ryan! This has reminded me of watching Trainspotting years ago...absolutely ridiculous scenarios that occur whilst in the throes of addiction.

i find some of these stories highly unbelievable

Damn I forgot that Ryan passed away. His series that he would have on his channel provided months of entertainment and he also became my favorite RU-vidr from his videos he would put out. Sad that he's gone. Rip Ryan

Rest in peace, Ryan! Your stories will live on forever 🕊

That part about your ringtone going off “money” from Pink Floyd sounds like a movie. Incredible story telling. You articulate yourself so well

Whenever I drank alcohol, I lost my moral compass. Thankfully 20 years sober this year has some what kept me on the straight an arrow. What an horrific story this man just told. Day at a time brother💪 and best wishes.

My mother was diagnosed with ADHD and given the same prescriptions and then followed a similar path. This is a good warning for all parents.

Intense dude with a lot going on inside yet comes off as calm cool and collected. Very articulate and insightful

A great story from a talented writer. Very glad the man found his way from addiction.

I'm not saying that he's phony or fake but his whole story has that James Frye feel. Wishing him the best😊

RIP Ryan. He got hooked, and he got hooked hard. I followed him for his storytelling abilities. I can never judge anyone. I’m 59 yrs old, and drugs and alcohol were my life for many years. 2 yrs opioid free, and 7 yrs alcohol free. I go to the gym for cardio 7 days a week. I just want to live. That should be everyone’s goal…Just want to live a little longer, always.

I started ritalin in 7 grade. Was a addict and alcoholic my whole life. Havent had a drink in 10 years and no drugs for a few years. Ryans story is crazy

The DEA shows up, they don't make direct calls. Multiple legal reasons for this.

Best interview on this channel I've seen in a while, so relatable in many ways. I've got exactly 5 months clean from heroin and crack after over 10 years of using. We do recover

RIP Ryan - watched your videos from the beginning buddy. Rest easy ❤

I read your book about 5 times while I was in prison and your author description made it sound like everything was cherry for you since then. Crazy how it works and your testimony just keeps on giving to me man. Thank you keep your head up bro 🤙🏻

Decent story. And I appreciate him coming from the standpoint of adhd/add medication. So many time we don’t think about how these medications are “gateways”. Thanks Ryan. Thank you Mark.

He’s an awesome story teller. I was on the edge of my seat the entire video. I’m going to look for his book.

This for me was the best interview I’ve watched probably ever. Really engaging and informative and would love to read his book

Addiction doesn't care about how you grew up. Rich, poor, single parents, CEOs, etc. I love hearing stories of over coming like this. We do recover. 9 years for me.

This is probably the “BEST” of all SWU interviews I watched so far... I don’t think the guy lied in his take of the events a bit. Just like he said, he’s both lucky and unlucky at the very same time.

A couple years ago he got into telling his story on his RU-vid channel. It’s amazing, what was just a talking head video, I can recall being in his story as if it was a part of my life. He had a way of describing things, were your mind can’t differentiate between your past and his story, like a foggy memory.

Rest with peace Ryan. Peace and love to those who love you.

This is thee best interview that you've ever conducted!!! Hands down!! I'm a ex-addict myself and listening to he's story I'm saying to myself "ya,ya,exactly" everything he said was right on point of a person mindset during addiction 💯 👌. I'm now clean and have been for 3 years,and listening to he's interview bought me back to my old days. And in AA there's a saying " remember when " which is my favorite because it helps me remember what I've went through and how I never want to go back,and as to he's story did the same. So thank you to both of you for conducting and sharing. As a ex-addict I never want to forget,and I really hope others took something from this share as I did... Life of a addiction. Hopefully people think twice before going down the long dark road. A good percentage of us don't make it out,that's why it's important that the ones who do share there experience and hopefully save another. Best interview ever!!! Thanks to both of you,you guys help me stay sober today.

This interview by far has been the most interesting I have watched & heard. Ryan explains his chaotic life so well that I'm envisioning his life as he's telling it almost as if I'm watching a movie. This man has been through it and thankfully he's here to tell about it. I would love for you to meet back up with Ryan in the future and do an update on how he's doing. 💯 Ryan if by chance you read this, I want to thank you for sharing all you did. I'm glad that you pointed out that you were raised in a working class, stable and drug free family. A lot of people assume that addicts like myself come from a broken home, raised on welfare, dealt with abuse and had "junkies" for parents. Not true whatsoever. EVERYONE'S childhood & family life are different. Some people come from wealthy families and want for absolutely nothing while others come from families were they survived off groceries from food banks and church's and could only afford to shop at thrift stores. Hell, a lot of people can't shop at all and wear hand me downs and things that are donated. Point of all this being said.... ADDICTION DOESN'T DISCRIMINATE. Ryan your an inspiration and keep on keeping on! You are proof that recovery is REAL & very possible. I send positive vibes, happiness, love, success, health and wealth your way...

RIP Ryan. You were one of a kind and inspired so many. You will be missed!

I can listen to him all day May he rest in peace. He had such a wonderful gift 💝

I grew up in Santa Barbara at the same time as Ryan. As unique as his story may seem, I've met many people with similar life stories. Some are dead now. Some burned out and are just living off of their parents' passive property generated income doing nothing. Some are like Ryan, still immersed in delusions of grandeur. They think they're going to be the next Spielberg, or Musk, or Hemingway. Santa Barbara just inculcates narcissism and an inability to feel satiation.