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Podcast: Life After Addiction And Indictment
Episode: EP 13: Abe Cruz — Leaving Prison With A New Lease On Life (And A New Business Plan)
Description: Growing up with two siblings and a single mom in a one-bedroom East LA apartment, Abe Cruz knew how to get by without a lot from a young age.  Tired of being teased for his home life, his acne and for wearing clothes full of holes, he found solace in playing basketball and football, where the "focus was on the game" instead of on his appearance. It was a challenging upbringing, and the struggle continued into his early 20s. After dropping out of college, Abe juggled two jobs as a club promoter and a personal tr...