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Addiction Sent Me to Federal Prison | Drug Trafficking, Sobriety & Managing Surf Legend Andy Irons
Steven Clark was living two lives.
From delivering cocaine between California and Hawaii and serving over five years in federal prison… to managing some of the biggest names in professional surfing — including world champions during the height of the Andy Irons and Kelly Slater era.
On paper, he had it all. Global travel. Elite athletes. Money. Status.
Behind the scenes? Alcohol. Drugs. Ego. Emptiness.
At 50 years old, sitting at a high-profile event surrounded by celebrities and legends, Steven realized he had never felt more alone.
That night he asked God for help.
The next day, a childhood…
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