David Labrava: Sons of Anarchy, Sobriety, and My Biggest Career Mistakes (Part 2) | Season 5, Episode 5
In Part 2 of our interview, Sons of Anarchy star David Labrava dives deep into his creative process, rough past, and the lessons learned from two life-changing opportunities he blew up.
Key Discussion Points:
The Happy Lowman Origin: David explains how he used his technical advisor role to pitch his reel to Kurt Sutter, landing him the role of Happy on Sons of Anarchy.
The Glass Art World: A passionate discussion about the "super unique" community of borosilicate glass artists, including shout-outs to mentors like Bob Snodgrass, Joey Malarkey, Buck, and Grant Garmezy.
Life on the Street: Detailed, raw stories of living homeless in San Francisco, jail stints, and witnessing the "ruthlessness" of the crack epidemic.
Sobriety & Escape: How he got clean by robbing five of his dealers and jumping on a cross-country bus to start a new life.
Writing Discipline: The non-negotiable formula of writing 2,000 words a day to produce a manuscript in under three months, which led to books like Becoming a Son.
Career Mistake #1: Walking away from the lead role in his friend’s film, From Dusk Till Dawn 3, because he was depressed and refused to cut his long hair.
Career Mistake #2: Accidentally turning down a role worth $155,000 in David Ayer's Suicide Squad because his manager didn't explain the film was a major comic book movie.
Consistency is Omnipotent: The philosophy of showing up every day and the importance of cutting out "time wasters" and "energy vacuums" in your life
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Also in this episode:
- David's personal journey, from being a homeless high school dropout and convicted felon to a celebrated artist and actor.
- His introduction to the world of glassblowing and the early days of the craft in Eugene, Oregon, with pioneers like Bob Snodgrass and Eric Crunk.
- How David's dedication to his craft, including taking extensive notes while apprenticing, set him apart from others.
- The unexpected way glassblowing funded his journey through motorcycle school and other adventures.
- His career on the hit TV shows -Sons of Anarchy and Mayans M.C. and the impact of being recognized worldwide.
- His experiences with healing from great loss.
- Sponsor Spotlight: Puffco and WNC CBD.
- His philosophy on meditation, lucid dreaming, and the importance of a clean lifestyle to maintain one's "power".
- The concept of surfers as "the highest elevated people on this planet".
- The importance of creating art and culture, and building a legacy of integrity.
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Matt Robertson is a visionary artist who has made a significant mark in the glass art world with his unique matte-finished caricature sculptures, each reflecting pivotal moments from his life. His playful spirit shines through in his whimsical glass animal sculptures, often depicted in humorous scenarios that embody his vibrant personality. Inspired by creatures like giraffes, Robertson is captivated by the challenges of working with glass, a delicate medium that demands intense focus and energy, which he channels into his art. Each piece captures a dynamic energy, freezing it in time and offering a glimpse into his imaginative universe. After discovering his passion for glassblowing at Sheridan College in Ontario, he honed his craft in Eugene, Oregon, before returning to Canada to co-founded the Edy Roy Glass Gallery, a pioneering space that merges high art with functional glass pipes. Now based in Evergreen, Colorado, Robertson continues to evolve as a glass artist while hosting "The Robertson Stash" podcast and showcasing his work in galleries worldwide, all while advocating for contemporary glass art and its vibrant possibilities.
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