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From Nightclubs to Recovery: Andrew Maloof on Showing Up and Staying Sober

2025/6/4

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Andrew Maloof, co-founder and CEO of Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery in Boise, Idaho. Andrew reflects on his 12 years of sobriety, his journey from working in Las Vegas nightclubs to owning a treatment center, and how a moment of spiritual surrender changed everything. Together, they dive into what makes treatment effective, why hospitality and connection matter in recovery, and the power of simply showing up.

Whether you’re sober-curious, in long-term recovery, or supporting a loved one, Andrew’s humility, humor, and real-life experience offer deep insight and encouragement.

Timestamps:

- [00:00] Welcome & Introduction

- [01:00] Sobriety Milestones & The Masters Moment

- [04:00] Following Directions: A Recipe for Recovery

- [08:00] Fellowship, Inventory, and Staying Connected

- [12:00] Embarrassment vs. Empowerment in Getting Sober

- [17:00] From UNLV to Las Vegas Nightclubs to Recovery

- [20:00] Founding Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery

- [24:00] Hospitality in Treatment: Why It Matters

- [29:00] That First Honest Prayer

- [32:00] Living the Easier, Softer Way

- [36:00] Just Show Up: Final Reflections

Key Topics:

- The importance of connection in early and ongoing recovery

- How hospitality plays a key role in healing environments

- The founding of Eagle Creek Ranch and their philosophy of care

- What makes a treatment experience truly transformational

- Why showing up beats pretending every time

Guest Bio:

Andrew Maloof is the co-founder and CEO of Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery), a residential treatment center for men based in Idaho. With a background in hospitality management from UNLV and a personal recovery journey spanning more than a decade, Andrew combines professional excellence with lived experience. He’s passionate about creating healing spaces grounded in compassion, accountability, and the 12 Steps.

Resources & Links:

- Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery Website: https://www.eaglecreekranchrecovery.com)

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eaglecreekranchrecovery)

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