In this emotional and inspiring episode of the Built for More Podcast, I sit down with my good friend Jody Hightower (Jose De La Torre) — a barber, father, and man of faith — who shares his raw story of battling 10 years of alcoholism, surviving a near-death accident, and how faith and barbering gave him a second chance at life. We dive into: • The origin of the name “Jody Hightower” • His spiral into addiction • The accident that changed everything • Finding faith after hitting rock bottom • Rebuilding his life through barbering • Practical content tips for barbers • How he’s staying clean and staying motivated Whether you’re a barber, creative, or just someone going through a dark season — this episode is for you. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – Mic check & intro 1:22 – Welcome to Built For More Podcast 2:07 – The origin of “Jody Hightower” 4:14 –  ...