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Scott Harrison's Journey from Nightclub Promoter to Humanitarian Activist
TLDR Scott Harrison's transformation from a nightclub promoter indulging in a lifestyle of drugs and partying to a dedicated humanitarian activist, founding Charity Water to provide clean drinking water to those in need.
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Scott Harrison, founder of Charity Water, shares his inspiring personal story and mission to help others.
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A family's life is turned upside down by a carbon monoxide gas leak, leading to a complex and debilitating illness for the mother, requiring extreme measures for her survival.
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A family's exposure to carbon monoxide gas leads to complex health issues, skepticism from others, and a challenging journey towards understanding and belief.
21:45
A challenging childhood marked by caring for a sick mother and living in a chemically safe environment leads to feelings of resentment and rebellion in adolescence.
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A challenging childhood marked by caring for a sick mother and living in a chemically safe environment leads to feelings of resentment and rebellion in adolescence, with a transition to a new high school and involvement in a band.
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Aiming for a music career instead of college, Scott Harrison moves to New York City, joins a band, starts working at Sam Ash Music, and later transitions into nightclub promotion.
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Nightclub promoter Scott Harrison shares stories of working with celebrities like Prince and Stevie Wonder, transitioning from music events to the fashion model scene with bottle service, and creating a matchmaking service atmosphere in high-end clubs.
51:59
Scott Harrison reflects on his time as a nightclub promoter, indulging in a lifestyle of drugs, sex, and partying that eventually left him feeling empty and disconnected.
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Scott Harrison has a transformative moment of self-reflection and realization about his lifestyle during a New Year's Eve party in 2004, prompting him to seek a return to spirituality and virtue.
01:07:28
Scott Harrison embarks on a solitary journey of self-reflection and transformation, seeking to break free from his vices and dedicate his life to serving others through humanitarian work.
01:14:59
Scott Harrison joins Mercy Ships as a photojournalist, leveraging his charm and past connections to embark on a new life dedicated to humanitarian work.
01:22:14
Scott Harrison embraces a new norm of healthy living and life-saving work while documenting profound medical transformations on Mercy Ships.
01:29:54
Scott Harrison documents life-changing surgeries on Mercy Ships, witnessing transformations and bringing real meaning to people's lives through humanitarian work.
01:37:11
Scott Harrison reflects on his time volunteering with Mercy Ships in the poorest country in the world, experiencing transformative medical work and learning about the efficiency and bureaucracy of nonprofits.
01:44:52
Scott Harrison decided to start his own charity focused on providing clean drinking water after realizing the impact he could make during his time volunteering in Liberia.
01:52:16
Scott Harrison realized the lack of trust in charities and decided to create Charity: Water with a unique model that promised 100% of donations would go directly to funding water projects.
01:59:31
Scott Harrison discusses the importance of finding donors who believe in individuals rather than just the mission of a charity, highlighting the need for separating financial streams and creating a brand that stands out from traditional charity marketing.
02:07:08
Scott Harrison explains the unique approach of Charity Water, emphasizing the importance of building an inspiring brand, working through locals, and refraining from traditional volunteer activities to ensure sustainable impact.
02:14:19
Scott Harrison recommends "White Men's Burden" by Bill Easterly, "Practicing the Presence of God" by a monk, and "Letters to a God Son" by Stanley Huervas as impactful books that have influenced his thoughts and actions.
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