Legendary rock icon, dUg Pinnick of King's X - From Abandonment to Stardom, and Shame to Redemption Widely considered one of the greatest rock singers of ALL TIME, dUg Pinnick opens his heart in this raw, powerful conversation. For decades, with King's X, he has channeled personal turmoil into soul-stirring rock that has influenced countless musicians. In this episode, dUg shares his journey from abandonment at age three to finding meaning through music and self-acceptance. His story isn't just about rock stardom—it's a roadmap for anyone wrestling with their own demons and searching for purpose. What you'll discover: --How childhood trauma shaped his artistic voice --The spiritual journey behind King's X's groundbreaking sound --Homosexuality and shame --Humility amidst stardom --Lessons on resilience, humility, and finding peace with yourself --Why King's X influenced everyone from Pearl Jam to Soundgarden If you're new to dUg Pinnick, prepare to be blown away. If you're already a fan, this intimate conversation will give you a whole new perspective on the man behind the music. ⭐Don't miss this transformative episode—HIT PLAY and prepare to be inspired. \m/ JOIN OUR FREE EMAIL LIST: (freebies, discounts, and exclusive content!) http://eepurl.com/itcbEE Tegan Broadwater’s unconventional path from professional musician to FBI-assigned undercover operative to CEO uniquely positions him to facilitate conversations others can’t. Through his podcast, he connects diverse voices—from Pablo Escobar’s son to the feds who chased him; and from musicians, artists, and CEOs, to the wrongly convicted—all to unite independent thinkers and inspire positive change through authentic dialogue and amazing stories. Learn more: www.TeganBroadwater.com | Full bio in channel About section Scope MERCH (The EASY way to SUPPORT our plight) https://teecad.com/teecad-swag-shop/ CHANNEL PURPOSE: To unite independent thinkers through extraordinary stories and ideas to inspire positive change Tegan's BOOK (Profits donated to charities mentoring fatherless kids): "LIFE IN THE FISHBOWL. The Harrowing True Story of an Undercover Cop Who Took Down 51 of the Nation's Most Notorious Crips, and His Cultural Awakening Amidst a Poor, Gang-Infested Neighborhood" https://www.amazon.com/Life-Fishbowl-undercover-gang-infested-neighborhood/dp/0578661624 HOST: Tegan Broadwater https://teganbroadwater.com GUEST: dUg Pinnick, Musician (Kings X) Website: https://www.dugnation.net SPONSOR: Tactical Systems Network, LLC (Security Consulting, Armed Personnel, & Investigations) https://www.tacticalsystemsnetwork.com MUSIC: Tee Cad Website: https://teecad.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFQKa6IXa2BGh3xyxsjet4w SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4VJ1SjIDeHkYg16cAbxxkO?si=136de460375c4591 INTRO MUSIC: "Black & Gold" by Tee Cad Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/5ikUIYE1dHOfohaYnXtSqL?si=de3547bf4e1d4515 iTunes: https://music.apple.com/us/album/black-gold-single/1564575232 OUTRO MUSIC: "Rey of Light" by Tee Cad Spotify: