349. From Anxiety to Art: Tom Vaughan's Emotional Screenwriting Journey Better Call Daddy

In today’s heartrending episode, we sit down with Tom Vaughan—a man whose journey through the highs and lows of Hollywood, and life itself, offers a profound mosaic of lessons and introspection. Tom peels back the curtain on the struggles of dealing with social anxiety, his tumultuous relationship with alcohol, and his affair with the ease of prescription medication. With raw honesty, he shares the turning point that set him on a path of sobriety, thanks to the communal embrace of AA, that led him to the craft of storytelling with empathy and emotion.

We’ll also be diving deep into Tom’s personal tribulations, from the pain of watching his father’s health diminish to the complexities of family dynamics and being present in life’s most delicate moments. Discover how he became a beacon of creativity and learning—and how a special student named Jeremy Ware, and an eventual reunion with his college sweetheart 28 years later, became pivotal in his narrative.

From the hallways of the University of Houston to the buzzing backlots of Hollywood, Tom discusses the merciless cycle of rejection in the industry, his frustrations with the creative process being undermined, and his latest project, ”Daddy’s Girls.” And in all this, Tom’s story is punctuated by a powerful reflection on legacy and the little things that keep us connected to those we’ve lost—sometimes as simple and poignant as an electric razor filled with whiskers.

So, plug in, prepare to be moved and maybe even find a chuckle amidst the tears, as we delve into the life of Tom Vaughn on this episode of Better Call Daddy. Don’t miss out on this journey from darkness to light, from fear to connection, and remember, for unique stories and timeless wisdom—Better Call Daddy is just a play button away.